COUN 551 - Students with Exceptional Needs

Institution:

Messiah University

Subject:

Counseling

Description:

This course will enable students to investigate the legislation and landmark litigation that govern special education eligibility and service delivery. Students will also learn about the major areas of exceptionality including the characteristics, incidence, etiology and diagnostic criteria connected with those areas of exceptionality. Educational and therapeutic services available to school-age children and youth with exceptionalities will also be explored. With this foundation, students will be able to analyze and apply best practices and sound professional strategies to assist school-age students with disabilities.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.messiah.edu

Phone Number:

(717) 766-2511

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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