Semester:
Spring of every year
Credits:
Total Credits: 3 Lecture/Recitation/Discussion Hours: 3
Description:
Social and political factors that handicap individuals with disabilities. The Independent Living movement, philosophy, legislation and services. Accommodations and enabling technology. Attitude modification and client empowerment.
Semester:
Spring of every year
Credits:
Total Credits: 3 Lecture/Recitation/Discussion Hours: 3
Description:
Social, cultural, and political aspects of counseling, advocacy for individuals with disabilities, and client self-advocacy; barriers, prejudices, and processes of oppression and discrimination; and inclusion, participation, access, and universal design.