EDUC&204

This introductory course will address supports and services across home and community settings for culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse young children, ages birth to eight. Emphasis will be placed on identifying and using evidence-based practices for working with children with special needs and their families, and the resources and tools for navigating early intervention and special education services, including the history, legislation, policies, and competencies that guide early intervention in the State of Washington. As part of this course, 40 hours in a supervised Field Experience are required. The integration of theory and developmentally appropriate evidence-based practice will be expected. Emphasis will be placed on professional relationships, appropriate adult/child interactions, basic curriculum planning, and program routines for young children with special needs and their families. A criminal background check is required.

Lecture, Independent Study

5

No

2014-10-20

13.0101 - Education, General.