SWK 3250 - Social Work and Developmental Disabilities

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This course takes a life-span approach to issues related to children and adults with developmental disabilities, and their families. Students will learn the history of societal treatment of people with developmental disabilities, current trends, philosophies, and service delivery models. Students will also learn laws, regulations, and eligibility issues related to services in Colorado, and how to recognize their own biases and stereotypes about this population. The roles of beginning and generalist social workers in supporting people with developmental disabilities in the community will be presented.