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Nov 21, 2024
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2024-2025 Academic Catalog
Disability Specialist Certificate (DSAB-CC)
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Return to: School of Social & Behavioral Science
People with disabilities are an integral part of the community and should receive necessary community-based supports.
This certificate program provides a concentration in on-the-job training in direct service situations, as well as specialized courses that relate to developmental disabilities, which prepares individuals for employment opportunities working people with disabilities, such as paraeducators and/or group home employees.
Learning Outcomes:
With the addition of experience in the field of disability and upon successful completion of all Disability Specialist certificate program requirements, graduates will:
- Define and discuss basic definitions, causes, psychological characteristics and educational approaches relevant to children with disabilities.
- Discuss how children and adults with disabilities have unique abilities rather than limitations.
- Compare various learning theories and their application to children and adults with disabilities.
- Demonstrate an understanding of ethical standards including confidentiality.
- Define ethical standards in the disability field and demonstrate confidentiality in written and oral assignments.
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