SOCY 355 - Sociology of the Handicapped

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Ferris State University

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College: College of Arts and Sciences Department: Social Sciences Dept Credit Hours: 3 This course has a lecture with 3 hours. An overview of the nature and consequences of a variety of handicaps, including visual, hearing, and mobility impairments. An examination of the many physical, psychological, and social barriers faced by the handicapped in everyday life and in various specific institutional settings such as the schools and the work place. An assessment of possible strategies and policy solutions for confronting the problems of the handicapped. This course meets General Education requirements: Social Awareness. Pre- Requisites: SOCY 121 or 122 or ANTH 122. Typically Offered Fall Only

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ferris.edu/

Phone Number:

(231) 591-2000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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