SPED 3336 Health Care for Students with Disabilities

This course provides an overview of the health care of students with special needs, the practical application of health care skills in the classroom, building support networks for school-age students with disabilities, the collaboration between educators and medical practitioners, and the legal and ethical considerations of service students with medical needs.

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

Credits

3

Offered

Athens: Fall, Demorest: Fall

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Describe common healthcare needs that individuals with disabilities have in the K-12 setting.
2. Describe the healthcare support available to individuals with disabilities in the K-12 setting.
3. Describe the roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders (special education teachers, school nurses, and related service providers) in supporting individuals with disabilities who have health care needs.
4. Outline a plan for collaboration with stakeholders to address the health care needs of individuals with disabilities.