SHS 145 - Introduction to Disabling Conditions

3.0 Credits
Reviews major disabling conditions. Explores how disabilities affect psychosocial development. Discusses functional limitations and appropriate community resources. Basic medical terminology is reviewed.
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Explain the characteristics, causes, and prevalence of disabilities, and describe employment prospects for individuals with disabilities.
Research community resources for high and low tech accommodations used at work and at home.
Describe the psychosocial developments that disabled individuals and their families undergo.
Demonstrate use of respectful language while portraying people with disabilities.
Research and describe support systems and services available for people who have disabilities.