DVD 210 - Current Issues in Developmental Disabilities

Credit(s): 3
This course will address issues specific to working with individuals with developmental disabilities. The overarching theme is finding balance between the individual’s right to self-determination and the health and safety of the people with whom we work. Students enrolled in this course will gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of issues that may have been presented in previous human service classes. In addition, they will further develop their skills in working with people with developmental disabilities, as well as developing the skills needed to work with agencies, communities, and families. Topics covered in this class may include person-centered thinking, teaching and learning, diversity, health and wellness, sexuality, human rights, grief and loss, and working with families.

Prerequisite(s): DVD 110, HSV 113, and PSY 110

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