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  • HRS 119: Introduction to Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies

    3.00 Credits
    Assumption University

    This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies. The information presented in this course is intended for students in ALL majors so that they may become socially and humanly aware of the issues confronting individuals in need of assistance. This course will provide students with information about the history, legislative underpinnings, mission, purpose, and services provided to individuals across the lifespan by human and rehabilitation service organizations. This course will examine the major models and theories of helping individuals experiencing a myriad of issues for example, developmental, environmental, economic, political, social, vocational, behavioral, physical, psychological, learning, etc. Current issues in human service provision will also be covered with specific attention to disability and other types of diversity. Ethics and ethical decision making in the human services will be covered. A service learning component is integrated in this course to provide students with the opportunity to observe and volunteer in a human and/or rehabilitation service setting. (Fall/Spring) Staff/ Three Credits
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  • HRS 121: Psychological,Social and Developmental Aspects of Disability

    3.00 Credits
    Assumption University

    The purpose of this course is to study disability within the context of human development. Lifespan development will be studied to provide a framework for exploring the implications of specific developmental, learning, communication, sensory and physical disabilities. The psychological processes involved in adjusting to disability will be presented along with various stage theories of adjustment to disability. Specific psychological, social, environmental, and political factors impacting individuals with disabilities will be studied. Students will gain an in-depth appreciation and understanding of what it means to have a disability. Cultural sensitivity and diversity issues related to disability will also be explored. The concepts of consumer involvement, consumer rights, and consumer choice related to individuals with disabilities and service systems will be studied. (Fall/Spring) Staff/ Three Credits
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  • HRS 200: A ddiction:Etiology,Asesment,Treatment and Rehabilitation

    3.00 Credits
    Assumption University

    This course will provide an overview of addictions and addictive behavior. Topics such as the historical, psychological, social, societal, physiological, family and relationship aspects of addictions will be covered. The pharmacology, treatment, prevention, intervention, and rehabilitation related to substance abuse, alcohol dependence, eating disorders, gambling addictions, steroid use, etc. will also be explored. This course will introduce students to the different theories of addiction (e.g., biological, psycho-dynamic, social-learning, and socio-cultural) and the implications for successful intervention. Ethical issues related to addictions and addiction counseling will also be discussed. (Fall/Spring) Staff/ Three Credits
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  • HRS 210: Me dical Aspects of Disability

    3.00 Credits
    Assumption University

    The goal of this course is to assist students in developing sensitivity, appreciation and understanding of disability and health impairments. The course provides information about the medical aspects and characteristics of disabling conditions along with treatments and interventions aimed at ameliorating the resulting functional limitations. Students will study chronic diseases and disabling conditions that are commonly encountered in rehabilitation service settings. In addition to emphasizing the medical aspects and characteristics, treatment and intervention strategies will be covered. Basic medical terminology will be studied. This course will focus on disease, chronic illness and physical impairments. (Fall/Spring) Staff/ Three Credits
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  • HRS 219: Rehabilitation Strategies and Interventions

    3.00 Credits
    Assumption University

    This course explores the full range of rehabilitation strategies and interventions that occur across the lifespan of individuals with disabilities. Educational and rehabilitation strategies aimed at maximizing independence for people with disabilities will be covered. Early intervention, inclusion and transition services will be examined as critical educational strategies aimed at minimizing the impact of disability and enhancing independence. The course will provide critical knowledge and skills related to employment and independent living options for people with disabilities including related legislation. Supportive strategies for assisting and maintaining person’s with disabilities in educational and employment settings will be addressed. Rehabilitation and assistive technology options will also be covered. (Fall/Spring) Staff/ Three Credits
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  • HRS 225: Introduction to Human Communication and its Disorders

    3.00 Credits
    Assumption University

    This course is an introduction to human communication across the life span with emphasis on the linguistic rule systems of pragmatics, semantics, syntax, morphology and phonology. An overview of normal and disordered speech, language, cognitive-linguistic, and hearing skills is provided. This overview includes etiologies, characteristics, assessment, and treatment using case studies, video, DVD and audiotaped examples as well as hands-on materials. (Fall/Spring) Staff/ Three Credits
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  • HRS 227: Hearing and Deafnes

    3.00 Credits
    Assumption University

    This course is an introduction to the study of hearing. The aural mechanism and the nature, cause, assessment, and rehabilitation of hearing impairments will be studied. Case studies will be utilized to assist in understanding hearing and deafness. (Spring) Staff/ Three Credits
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  • HRS 228: Introduction to Sign Language

    3.00 Credits
    Assumption University

    This course focuses on the use and study of American Sign Language (ASL), the language that is widely used by Americans with Deafness. This course will include basic ASL vocabulary, grammatical structures, and conversational basics. Students will also be introduced to the values, beliefs and behavioral norms shared by members of the deaf culture. (Fall) Staff/ Three Credits
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  • HRS 305: Client Information and Asesment

    3.00 Credits
    Assumption University

    This course is intended to provide the student anticipating a professional role in the human and rehabilitation services with an opportunity to develop awareness, understanding and skills related to the use of assessments and evaluation tools. Clients utilizing human and rehabilitation services are in need of professionals with skills in utilizing assessment results in order plan and provide appropriate interventions. This course will utilize a lifespan approach to provide an overview of common assessment and evaluation tools used in a variety of human service and applied settings such as schools, early intervention programs and rehabilitation agencies. (Fall) Staff/ Three Credits
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  • HRS 320: Psychiatric Rehabilitation

    3.00 Credits
    Assumption University

    As an introduction to psychiatric rehabilitation, this course emphasizes understanding of lifespan development with appreciation for the complex interaction of biological, social and psychological variables that influence human behavior. From this bio-psycho-social framework, the course will review major psychiatric and developmental disorders with attention to diagnostic and intervention strategies. Educational and vocational factors will also be covered. Students will gain an understanding and appreciation of the personal experience of psychiatric disability and recovery, including an understanding of the core principles and motives of psychiatric rehabilitation. Prerequisites: HRS 119; HRS 121 (Fall/Spring) Staff/ Three Credits
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