HUS 150 - Intellectual and Dev Disabilities

Institution:

Lehigh Carbon Community College

Subject:

Human Services

Description:

The course will focus on the historical, cultural, medical, and psychological perspectives when helping individuals with developmental disabilities in community settings. Topics on etiology, life stages, interventions, and treatments will be explored. Adult transition issues, self-determination and empowerment, and community life will be discussed. Political and legislative influences and ethical issues will be presented.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.lccc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 799-2121

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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