Apr 25, 2024  
OHIO University Graduate Catalog 2019-20 
    
OHIO University Graduate Catalog 2019-20 [Archived Catalog]

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EDSP 5722 - Professional Competencies in the Transition of Students with Disabilities


Course content and activities focus on the comprehensive analysis of the role of secondary transition professionals. Content includes collaboration, communication, leadership, legislation and policy advocacy, state and national resources and organizations, grants for transition programming, and developing programs and relationships in the school district and community. Twenty-five field hours are required.

Requisites:
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.5 lecture, 0.5 field experience/internship
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Students will be able to identify the roles of secondary transition professionals.
  • Students will be able to develop a plan for continued professional growth, performance, and involvement as a transition specialist.
  • Students will be able to describe federal laws and state initiatives pertaining to transition.
  • Students will be able to advocate for transition program and policy changes to improve transition services.
  • Students will be able to collaborate with students, parents, other educators, administrators, and the community to support transition of students with disabilities.
  • Students will be able to use inquiry and knowledge of the professional literature to facilitate the continuous improvement of transition programs, supports, and services at the classroom, school, and system levels for students with disabilities.



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