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  • 6.00 Credits

    Provides an approved industry-like setting where the student develops and sharpens skills. Emphasis is placed on production standards achievement and quality control
  • 4.00 Credits

    Emphasis is placed on student's production of portfolio-quality pieces. Focuses on the preparation for entry into the job market.
  • 8.00 Credits

    This course (accompanied by a companion practicum course) is designed to provide people working in direct support roles with the knowledge and tools that will enable their support of people with disabilities within a context that is inclusive, community-based and person centered. Topics include: the changing role of support, systematic instruction, discovery process, person centered planning, individual accomplishments, community/neighborhood exploration, representation, personal assistance, family supports, social networks/social capital; Positive behavior supports, systematic instruction in community/work places; responsibilities within direct support role regarding rights of individuals receiving services; legal implications for violating rights; recognizing abuse and reporting requirements; recognizing nutritional and emotional health and resources for physical supports; basic life and health supports and dangers associated with common safety and sanitation issues; appropriate medical practices relating to an individual; appropriate work habits and dealing with stress; organizational structures of learning organizations and the purpose and function of community services.
  • 4.00 Credits

    This practicum course accompanies DRSP 1100 - Facilitating Access to Community Living involving people working in direct support roles with people with disabilities in a context that is inclusive, community-based and person centered. Topics include: systematic instruction; discovery process; individual accomplishments; person centered planning; community/neighborhood exploration; representation; personal assistance; family supports; social networks/social capital; motivation, encouragement and challenging behavior; systematic instruction in natural environments; rights, safeguards, confidentiality, and documentation; personal wellness; medical supports; medications; conduct and expectation; learning organizations/organizing for performance; and Georgia Services System.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Introduces concepts relating the responsibilities and procedures involved in a variety of early childhood care situations. Topics include historical perspectives; professionalism; guidance; developmentally appropriate practices; learning environment (including all children); cultural diversity; and licensing, accreditation, and credentialing.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Introduces the student to the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of the young child (prenatal through 12 years of age). The course provides for competency development in observing, recording, and interpreting growth and development stages in the young child; advancing physical and intellectual competence; supporting social and emotional development; and examining relationships between child development and positive guidance. Topics include developmental characteristics, prenatal through age 12, developmental guidance applications, observing and recording techniques, ages and stages of development, and introduction to children with special needs.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Introduces the theory, practices, and requirements for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment. Topics include CPR and first aid, health issues, safety issues, child abuse and neglect, and nutritional needs of children.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Provides student with an understanding of developmentally effective approaches to teaching, learning, observing, documenting and assessment strategies that promote positive development for young children. The course will enable the student to establish a learning environment appropriate for young children and to identify the goals, benefits, and uses of assessment in the development of curriculum for young children. Topics include observing, documenting, and assessing; learning environments; development of curriculum plans and materials; curriculum approaches; and instructional media.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Introduces the concepts related to creativity in art,music, movement and creative drama, and facilitating children*s creative expression across the curriculum. Topics include concepts of creativity and expression; theories of young children*s creative development; facilitation of children*s creative expression, media, methods and materials across the curriculum; appreciation of children*s art processes and products; appreciation of children*s creativity in music, movement and dance; appreciation of children*s creative expression in play and creative drama; and art and music appreciation.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Provides the student with the opportunity to gain a supervised experience in a practicum placement site allowing demonstration of techniques obtained from course work. Practicum topics include promoting child development and learning; building family and community relationships; observing, documenting, and assessing to support young children and families; teaching and learning; becoming a professional; and guidance techniques and classroom management.
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