Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Overview

Subject area

SSW

Catalog Number

79708

Course Title

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Department(s)

Description

This course serves as an introduction to the definition, incidence, etiology, and prevention of developmental disabilities. Course content examines the life course needs of people with developmental disabilities including the collaboration of families and community and the role of social workers and other health professionals. It also presents general issues related to service delivery systems, advocacy movements, and social policy.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Graduate

Liberal Arts

No

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Course Schedule