SED 201 - Foundations of Special Education

Semester Hours: 4

This course is designed as an introduction to the field of special education for students seeking careers in education. It includes such topics as: identification, placement, programming, inclusive practices, advocacy, and other topics relating to persons who have disabilities from historical, medical, educational, societal, and individual points of view. Includes practicum to be completed outside of class. Meets Social Thought and Tradition Intellectual Perspective requirement (ST). PDE Stage 1 - Observation: 05-10 hours

Prerequisite: Current PDE Clearances: PA Criminal History, Child Abuse History, FBI Criminal History, and PPD Testing for education majors & minors.
Intellectual Perspective: ST