TREATMENT IN CSD: RELATED AND SEVERE CONDITIONS

Catalog description

The course centers on the study of the theories and practical knowledge needed to provide therapeutic services to children with conditions associated with problems of communication, diagnosed in infancy, childhood or adolescence (DSM IV). These conditions include attention deficit disorder with or without hyperactivity, Specific Language Learning Disabilities, Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders. Students will analyze of the skills required to manage clients with severe disabilities. Also included is the study of clinical strategies that will enable students to develop functional communication skills. Participants will also develop skills and attitudes needed to work with a team of professionals serving students with conditions that cause problems of communication.