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Course Overview
| This course offers an introduction and basic understanding of the psychological, social and environmental aspects of disability. Social-cultural, familial and personal influences that affect a person with disability will be presented. |
Topics
- How disability has been conceptualized historically and the resulting impact on societal attitudes, values and beliefs
- Current legislation and pubic policy that impacts persons with disabilities, employers, educators and society Societal attitudes and barriers impacting persons with Autism, Aspergers, emotional impairments and learning disabilities
- Counseling theory integration within various social institutions; skills appropriate for disability issues including psychological and social adjustment, environmental consideration, functional independence and social integration
- Family issues and lifespan perspectives; community services, public agencies, advocacy groups, independent living movement
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Instructor
Schedule and Location
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Oakland University
Cost
SE 641: Counseling Issues for Special Needs (4 graduate credits)
Tuition Rates,
Payment Plan
Graduate Credit Registration
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Current OU Graduate Students
SAIL online registration
SE 641, CRN 33693: Counseling Issues for Special Needs
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Professional Development, Non-Degree Seeking Enrollment
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