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3.00 Credits
3 credits. This course provides the student with the basic knowledge and skills associated with the helping process, including interviewing skills, as practiced in a variety of community services settings. A special focus will be on the problem-solving process and interaction skills used indirect service activities with individuals. Helping skills require a knowledge of interpersonal relationships and the effective use of interpersonal behaviors. This combination of knowledge and skills will benefit any individual wanting to increase effectiveness when working with people. S/U grading. F, SS
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3.00 Credits
3 credits. This course introduces students to the profession of rehabilitation and examines how persons with disabilities are treated in our society. Topics include: community and national rehabilitation agencies, political and social influences on rehabilitation programs, conceptualization of disability, attitude development and change, building accessible and inclusive communities, and transforming the media. Opportunities for involvement with agencies providing rehabilitation services will be provided. S, SS
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3.00 Credits
I. 3 credits. This course provides a basic medical and psychosocial understanding of physical disability for human service workers. It is the first of a two-course sequence which covers medical terminology; causes, treatment, and prognosis of major disabilities; and the vocational and psychosocial impact of these disabilities. F
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3.00 Credits
3 credits. This course provides a basic medical and psychosocial understanding of developmental, psychiatric, and learning disabilities for human service workers. It is the second of a two-course sequence which covers medical terminology; causes, treatment, and prognosis of major disabilities; and the vocational and psychosocial impact of these disabilities. S
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3.00 Credits
3 credits. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits. This course provides an introduction to independent living for special populations, such as individuals with physical disabilities, developmental disabilities, or serious emotional disturbances. Topics include community-based programming, the deinstitutionalization movement, legislative issues, and the concepts of integration, inclusion, and normalization. S
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3.00 Credits
3 credits. This course examines the history, philosophy, and ethical standards of the rehabilitation profession. Topics include the following: experiences of people with disabilities throughout history, legislation affecting persons with disabilities, public and private rehabilitation systems, case management principles, role and function of rehabilitation counselors, principles of independent living, and community resources utilized in rehabilitation programs. F
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3.00 Credits
3 credits. This course examines the relationship between work and disability in American society. Topics include the following: theories of career decision making, work values, employment opportunities and barriers for people with disabilities, sources of occupational information, job accommodations, vocational planning and job development, work adjustment training, affirmative action guidelines, and vocational placement strategies. S
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2.00 Credits
2 credits. Prerequisites: Consent of instructor. This course is designed to provide an integrative experience for the senior Rehabilitation and Human Services student. The focus of the course will be on the exploration of the philosophical and ethical base of the profession and professional education. Professional issues and ethical dilemmas will provide the context for further development and application of critical thinking and decision making skills. F
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3.00 Credits
3 credits. This course introduces the student to basic principles of testing and assessment that can be used with individuals who have disabilities. Various approaches to evaluation are explored, including assessment interviewing, psychometric testing, work samples, and situational assessment. F
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2.00 Credits
2 credits. Prerequisite: RHS 465. Corequisite: RHS 497. This seminar is designed to integrate the rehabilitation curriculum content with actual rehabilitation practice while in the internship. This is accomplished through journals, written assignments, presentations, and seminar discussions. F,S,SS
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