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SERP 299 Independent Study (3) I II

SERP 301A Mainstreaming - Elementary (2) I GRD Introduction to the integration of special students into the regular elementary. P, TTE 322, TTE 323, TTE 324, TTE 326, TTE 327. Open to elementary education majors currently enrolled in student teaching only.

SERP 301B Mainstreaming - Secondary (2) II GRD Introduction to the integration of special students into the regular secondary classrooms. P, TTE 322, TTE 323, TTE 324, TTE 326, TTE 327. Open to elementary education majors currently enrolled in student teaching only.

SERP 370A American Sign Language (4) I Designed for students with no previous knowledge of ASL and/or deaf culture. To develop basic skills in ASL vocabulary, grammar and use. SERP 370A-370B must be taken in sequence.

SERP 370B American Sign Language (4) II Designed for students with no previous knowledge of ASL and/or deaf culture. To develop basic skills in ASL vocabulary, grammar and use. SER 370A-370B must be taken in sequence.

SERP 394 Practicum (1-3) [Rpt./]

SERP 399 Independent Study (1-3) [Rpt./]

SERP 399H Honors Independent Study (1-3) [Rpt./] I II

SERP 400 Survey of Special Education and Rehabilitation (3) I II Introduction to historical, legal, pedagogical, and social issues underlying services in special education and rehabilitation. Provides an overview of the characteristics of persons with exceptionalities and disabilities as well as the services available.

SERP 401A Assessment and Instruction or Students with Early Reading and Spelling Difficult (3) I II Procedures, methods, strategies for informal diagnosis and instruction of students with learning problems in the areas of reading and spelling. Strategies appropriate for use in the elementary or the special classroom. May be convened with SERP 501A.

SERP 401B Assessment and Instruction for Preschool Children with Learning Problems (3) II Procedures, methods, strategies for assessment and instruction of children with learning problems in the preschool years. Strategies and adaptations for use with delays in physical development, cognitive development, communication development, socioemotional development, and the development of adaptive behavior will be emphasized. P, SERP 400, SERP 460, SERP 575.

SERP 402 Behavior Principles and Disability (3) I II Use of behavior principles to positively support individuals with disabilities, especially those with moderate and severe disabilities. P, SERP 400. May be convened with SERP 502.

SERP 403 Special Services in Schools (3) Information to aid teachers in dealing with responsibilities and concerns in school settings with regard to P.L. 94-142. Education for All Handicapped Children Act Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Family Education Rights and Privacy Act, and other legal issues. May be convened with SERP 503.

SERP 404 Cultural and Linguistic Diversity in Exceptional Learners (3) I Provides a theoretical base and practical approach to the study of special needs of students with language and cultural differences; basic premises of bilingual special education and the interface of the two fields. May be convened with SERP 504.

SERP 405 Introduction to Learning Disabilities (3) I II Theories and history of programs for individuals with learning disabilities-definition, characteristics, etiology. P, degree candidates must complete SERP 400 prior to taking SERP 405. May be convened with SERP 505.

SERP 410 Introduction to Mental Retardation and Severe Disabilities (3) I History and philosophy of educational programs for persons with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities; etiology, classification, and characteristics, with consideration of educational, social, and psychological problems. P, or CR, SERP 400. May be convened with SERP 510.

SERP 411 Service Delivery Trends in Rehabilitation and Special Education (3) [Rpt./ 1] I II Critical examination of current trends, issues and initiatives affecting service systems for persons with disabilities.

SERP 415 Physical and Multiple Disabilities (3) I Physical and multiple impairments, etiology, intervention practices, adaptations, transferring and handling skills, and integration into typical environments. May be convened with SERP 515.

SERP 420 Low Vision and Visual Functioning (3) II Anatomy and physiology of the eye; implications of visual disorders including visual field losses; introduction to optics; use of optical and non-optical aids in classroom settings. May be convened with SERP 520.

SERP 421 Introduction to Visual Impairments and Deaf-Blindness (3) I An overview of educational services for the student with visual impairments and multiple sensory impairments. An emphasis is placed on the psychosocial effects of visual impairments on the individual and means of compensating for those effects. May be convened with SERP 521.

SERP 422 Orientation and Modality for Teachers of Individuals with Visual Impairments (3) I Methods of teaching orientation and mobility skills to visually impaired and blind students. Emphasis on the school-aged child, with particular attention to concept development, orientation skills, pre-cane skills, personal safety, and independent ambulation, including an introduction to long-cane techniques. May be convened with SERP 522.

SERP 423A Braille I (3) I II Fundamentals of Braille reading and writing, methods of teaching Braille and preparation of materials. May be convened with SERP 523A.

SERP 423B Braille II (3) I II Fundamentals of Braille reading and writing, methods of teaching Braille and preparation of materials. May be convened with SERP 523B.

SERP 424 Methods of Teaching the Visually Impaired (3) II Curriculum development and adaptation in various educational programs; adaptation of classroom materials; procedures for use with blind/partially sighted children and youth; emphasizes teaching academic and non-academic skills and in educating students with non-disabled peers. May be convened with SERP 524.

SERP 425 Strategies of Vocational Development and Supported Employment (3) [Rpt./ 1] II Systematic study of the strategies used to place and retain individuals with disabilities in paid, community employment. Topics to include job development, consumer assessment, job placement, job-site training, and follow-up. P, SERP 400. May be convened with SERP 525.

SERP 430 Education and Rehabilitation of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals (3) I Current and historical perspectives; educational and rehabilitative services; etiology; impact on families, psychosocial, cognitive and intellectual development and functioning of deaf and hard of hearing individuals. May be convened with SERP 530.

SERP 431A American Sign Language (4) I Designed to develop intermediate ASL conversational skills in a variety of settings, topics, and functions. P, SERP 370B or consent of department. May be convened with SERP 531A.

SERP 431B American Sign Language (4) II Designed to develop intermediate ASL conversational skills in a variety of settings, topics, and functions. P, consent of department, SERP 370B. SERP 413A is prerequisite to 413B. May be convened with SERP 531B.

SERP 433A Introduction to the Structure of ASL (3) I II Introduction to the structure of ASL. Classes will be offered on a rotating basis in SERP 433A-433B-433C-433D sequence; however, courses need not be taken in sequence. P, SERP 431B or consent of department. May be convened with SERP 533A.

SERP 433B Languages and Cultures of the Deaf Communities (3) I II Languages and cultures of deaf communities. Classes will be offered on a rotating basis in SERP 433A-433B-433C-433D sequence; however, courses need not be taken in sequence. P, SERP 431B or consent of department. May be convened with SERP 533B.

SERP 433C History of the Deaf Community (3) I II History of Deaf Communities. Classes will be offered on a rotating basis in SERP 433A-433B-433C-433D sequence; however, courses need not be taken in sequence. P, SERP 431B or consent of department. May be convened with SERP 533C.

SERP 433D ASL Literature and Film (3) I II ASL literature and film. Classes will be offered on a rotating basis in SERP 433A-433B-433C-433D sequence; however, courses need not be taken in sequence. May be convened with SERP 533D.

SERP 439A ASL Acquisition and Bilingualism (3) I II Classes will be offered on a rotating basis in the following sequence; SERP 439A, 439B, and 439C. Courses need not be taken in sequence. P, SERP 431B or consent of department. May be convened with SERP 539A.

SERP 439B Signed Language Policy, Planning, and Intervention (3) I II Classes will be offered on a rotating basis in the following sequence; SERP 439A, 439B, and 439C. Courses need not be taken in sequence. P, SERP 431B or consent of department. May be convened with SERP 539B.

SERP 439C Methods and Materials of ASL/ESL Instruction (3) I II Classes will be offered on a rotating basis in the following sequence; SERP 439A, 439B, and 439C. Courses need not be taken in sequence. P, SERP 431B or consent of department. May be convened with SERP 539C.

SERP 440 Education of Gifted Children (3) I Issues in education of the gifted; discussion of definitions, characteristics, development, screening, identification, curriculum, teaching strategies, and program development. P, SERP 400. May be convened with SERP 540.

SERP 444A ASL Discourse Processes: Intensive ASL (3-6) S SERP 444A-444B-444C need not be taken in sequence. P, SERP 431B or consent of department. May be convened with SERP 544A.

SERP 444B ASL Discourse Processes: Introduction to Interpreting (3-6) S SERP 444A-444B-444C need not be taken in sequence. P, SERP 431B or consent of department. May be convened with SERP 544B.

SERP 444C ASL Discourse Processes: Classroom Instruction in ASL (3-6) S SERP 444A-444B-444C need not be taken in sequence. P, SERP 431B or consent of department. May be convened with SERP 544C.

SERP 450 Introduction to Emotional or Behavioral Disorders (3) I Issues in education of the emotionally or behaviorally disordered; discussion of history, current issues, definitions, characteristics, and theoretical perspectives. P, SERP 400. May be convened with SERP 550.

SERP 455 Rehabilitation and Aging (3) [Rpt./ 2] II Emphasis on aging from the viewpoint of the aging person and those working with the aged. May be convened with SERP 555.

SERP 460 Introduction to Early Childhood Special Education (3) I Focuses on the disabling conditions impacting on infants, toddlers and their families, preschool children, programs available to serve them and their families, and critical issues in this rapidly evolving field. P, SERP 400. May be convened with SERP 560.

SERP 465 Principles of Rehabilitation (3) I Principles underlying rehabilitation programs and interdisciplinary relationships of agencies engaged in rehabilitation services. May be convened with SERP 565.

SERP 468 Transition Methods (3) II Provides an understanding of effective strategies for promoting the smooth transition of students with disabilities from school to work and adult living. May be convened with SERP 568.

SERP 475 Observation and Participation in Special Education Programs (1-3) [Rpt./ 6 units] I II Practical experiences with individuals having special needs with focus on psychological, educational and service-related implications and practices. Field trips, class observations and seminars. Field Trips. P, SERP 400 or SERP 500. May be convened with SERP 575.

SERP 476 Rehabilitating the Public Offender (3) I Components in service delivery to the public offender, how the offender enters the criminal justice system, and treatment and rehabilitation services available. May be convened with SERP 576.

SERP 478 Prevention of Addictions (3) I Analysis of addictive behaviors (e.g., drug addictions, eating disorders, compulsive gambling) from a psychosocial and biological perspective and the implications of this analysis for primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention of addictions. May be convened with SERP 578.

SERP 481 Interviewing and Client Services (3) I II The development of essential interviewing skills for case management of rehabilitation clients. P, SERP 425 or SERP 525; SERP 400, SERP 411.

SERP 483 Supervised Casework in Rehabilitation (3) I II Application of fundamental professional rehabilitation theories and skills in field settings. P, SERP 400 or SERP 411 or SERP 481.

SERP 484 Problems of Drug Abuse (3) [Rpt./ 1] I II Survey course for teachers, counselors, and agency workers concerned with drug abuse; examination of community, cultural, and educational approaches to drug use and abuse. May be convened with SERP 584.

SERP 485 Rehabilitating the Public Offender (3) I II Components in service delivery to the public offender, how the offender enters the criminal justice system, and treatment and rehabilitation services available.

SERP 487 Psychosocial, Cultural, and Familial Aspects of Disability (3) I Exploration of the psychological, sociological, cultural, and familial aspects of disability throughout the lifespan and implications; foundations for empowerment and enhancing self-esteem. P, SERP 465 or SERP 565. May be convened with SERP 587.

SERP 493 Internship (1-4) [Rpt./] I II

SERP 493L Legislative Internship (1-12) [Rpt./] II

SERP 494A Teaching Exceptional Children (1-10) [Rpt./] I II P, SERP 400, field work, student teaching in area of emphasis.

SERP 497K Sexuality and Disability (3) [Rpt./ 1] I May be convened with SERP 597K.

SERP 498 Senior Capstone (1-3) I II

SERP 498H Honors Thesis (3) [Rpt./ 2]

SERP 499 Independent Study (1-4) [Rpt./]

SERP 499H Honors Independent Study (3) [Rpt./] I II

SERP 500 Foundations of Special Education and Rehabilitation (3) I II Provides beginning graduate students with a knowledge of issues surrounding the fields of special education and rehabilitation. Issues include legal; principles and concepts of assessment; principles of teaching and counseling. Students will examine and develop their personal philosophies regarding assessment of, services to and intervention with individuals with exceptionalities. P, SERP 400.

SERP 501A Assessment & Instruction: Students with Early Reading & Spelling Difficult (3) I II For a description of course topics see SERP 401A. Graduate-level requirements include in-depth projects. May be convened with SERP 401A.

SERP 502 Behavior Principles and Disability (3) I II For a description of course topics see SERP 402. Graduate-level requirements include in-depth paper(s) on aspects of current issues in the field. May be convened with SERP 402.

SERP 503 Special Services in Schools (3) For a description of course topics see SERP 403. Graduate-level requirements include in-depth paper(s) on aspects of current issues in the field. May be convened with SERP 403.

SERP 504 Cultural and Linguistic Diversity in Exceptional Learners (3) I For a description of course topics see SERP 404. Graduate-level requirements include in-depth paper(s) on aspects of current issues in the field. May be convened with SERP 404.

SERP 505 Introduction to Learning Disabilities (3) I II For a description of course topics see SERP 405. Graduate-level requirements include in-depth paper(s) on aspects of current issues in the field. May be convened with SERP 405.

SERP 507A Methods for Diagnosing Specific Learning Disabilities (3) I Educational and psychological assessment of academic areas and learning processes involving perception, integration, and expression, with emphasis on informal and formal assessment and diagnostic teaching. P, or CR, SERP 405, 505, or consent of department; CR, SERP 593.

SERP 507B Methods for Diagnosing Specific Learning Disabilities (3) II Educational and psychological assessment of academic areas and learning processes involving perception, integration, and expression, with emphasis on informal and formal assessment and diagnostic teaching. P, or CR, SERP 405, SERP 505, or consent of department; CR, SERP 593.

SERP 508 Teaching Elementary Students with Learning Disabilities (3) II Remediation of academic areas and cognitive processes involving perception, integration, and expression, with emphasis on strategies for planning and implementing instructional programs at the elementary level. P, or CR, SERP 405, SERP 505, or consent of department; CR, SERP 593.

SERP 510 Introduction to Mental Retardation and Severe Disabilities (3) I For a description of course topics see SERP 410. Graduate-level requirements include in-depth paper(s) on aspects of current issues in the field. May be convened with SERP 410.

SERP 512 Teach Learning Disabled Adolescents (3) I Intervention alternatives for teaching the learning disabled adolescent at the secondary level. Emphasis on current intervention methods and practices.

SERP 513 Educating Students with Mental Retardation and Severe Disabilities (3) II Methods of developing age-appropriate, functional and inclusive programming, community-based instruction, and integrative source delivery for students who have moderate to profound retardation and other physical, sensory and behavior disorders.

SERP 515 Physical and Multiple Disabilities (3) [Rpt./ 1] I For a description of course topics see SERP 415. Graduate-level requirements include additional assignments. Field trips. May be convened with SERP 415.

SERP 517 Behavior Modification and Theory in Schools (3) II Application of behavior principles and techniques to promote learning and social development of school-related behavior. P, ED P 510 or consent of instructor.

SERP 518 Augmentative Communication for Learners with Severe and Multiple Disabilities (3) [Rpt./ 3] II Techniques for assessment and intervention of communication skills other than speech for students with severe disabilities. Nonsymbolic communication skills development for all ages; social interaction skills; augmentative communication aids.

SERP 520 Low Vision and Visual Functioning (3) II For a description of course topics see SERP 420. Graduate-level requirements include writing at least one paper and one additional item. P, SERP 521. May be convened with SERP 420.

SERP 521 Introduction to Visual Impairments and Deaf-Blindness (3) I For a description of course topics see SERP 421. Graduate-level requirements include writing a grant proposal to obtain monies to enhance service delivery. May be convened with SERP 421.

SERP 522 Orientation & Mobility for Teachers of Individuals with Visual Impairments (3) II For a description of course topics see SERP 422. Graduate-level requirements include completion of an additional research paper and presentation. May be convened with SERP 422.

SERP 523A Braille I (3) I II For a description of course topics see SERP 423A. Graduate-level requirements include in-depth paper(s) on aspects of current issues and class presentations. May be convened with SERP 423A.

SERP 523B Braille II (3) I II For a description of course topics see SERP 423B. Graduate-level requirements include in-depth paper(s) on aspects of current issues and class presentations. May be convened with SERP 423B.

SERP 524 Methods of Teaching the Visually Impaired (3) II For a description of course topics see SERP 424. Graduate-level requirements include a short review of the literature using APA style about their chosen topic. P, SERP 521; CR, SERP 593. May be convened with SERP 424.

SERP 525 Strategies of Vocational Development and Supported Employment (3) II For a description of course topics see SERP 425. Graduate-level requirements include in-depth paper(s) on aspects of current issues in the field. May be convened with SERP 425.

SERP 526 Principles and Assessments of O & M (3) I In-depth study of the principles supporting orientation and mobility instruction; assessment principles and strategies specific to O & M. P, SERP 520 or equivalent; SERP 522A.

SERP 527 Advanced O & M Practice and Procedures (4) I Prepares orientation and mobility (O & M) specialists in methods, techniques and approaches using the long cane and other mobility devices essential in the development of travel skills of persons with visual impairments. P, SERP 520 or equivalent; SERP 522A.

SERP 530 Education and Rehabilitation of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals (3) I For a description of course topics see SERP 430. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth paper and a class presentation. May be convened with SERP 430.

SERP 531A American Sign Language (4) I For a description of course topics see SERP 431A. Graduate-level requirements include a research paper and an oral presentation on an approved aspect of the linguistics of American Sign Language. May be convened with SERP 431A.

SERP 531B American Sign Language (4) II For a description of course topics see SERP 431B. Graduate-level requirements include a research paper and an oral presentation on an approved aspect of the linguistics of American Sign Language. May be convened with SERP 431B.

SERP 532 Oral/Aural Development and Assessment: Deaf and Hard of Hearing (3) II Development of speech and speech reception skills; assessment of speech intelligibility, articulation, speech reading and auditory functioning of deaf and hard of hearing children. P, SERP430 or SERP530; SP H 583.

SERP 533A Introduction to the Structure of ASL (3) I II For a description of course topics see SERP 433A. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper on a course-related topic and a class presentation. May be convened with SERP 433A.

SERP 533B Languages and Cultures of the Deaf Communities (3) I II For a description of course topics see SERP 433B. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper on a course-related topic and a class presentation. May be convened with SERP 433B.

SERP 533C History of the Deaf Community (3) I II For a description of course topics see SERP 433C. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper on a course-related topic and a class presentation. May be convened with SERP 433C.

SERP 533D ASL Literature and Film (3) I II For a description of course topics see SERP 433D. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper on a course-related topic and a class presentation. May be convened with SERP 433D.

SERP 534 Language Development for the Exceptional Child (3) I Pragmatic, semantic and syntactic aspects of pre-linguistic and linguistic development in exceptional children and youth; cognitive and social bases of language development.

SERP 535 Assessment of Bilingual Exceptional Learners (2) II Educational and psychological assessment of bilingual students with emphasis on informal and formal evaluation methods and procedures for purposes of identification and educational planning. P, SERP 507.

SERP 536 Teaching Bilingual Exceptional Learners (2) II Instructional interventions and program development for exceptional students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Emphasis on current intervention methods and practices. P, SERP 508.

SERP 537 Language and Literacy for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children (3) II Assessment of language and literacy strategies for facilitating language and literacy in deaf and hard of hearing children and youth. P, SERP 534; CR, SERP 594A.

SERP 538 Methods for Oral/Aural Communication Development: Deaf and Hard of Hearing (3) I Methods for teaching auditory and oral/aural communication skills to deaf and hard of hearing children and adolescents. P, SERP 532; CR, SERP 594B.

SERP 539A Special Topics in Sign Language Studies (3) I II For a description of course topics see SERP 439A. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper on a course-related topic and a class presentation. May be convened with SERP 439A.

SERP 539B Special Topics in Sign Language Studies (3) I II For a description of course topics see SERP 439B. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper on a course-related topic and a class presentation. May be convened with SERP 439B.

SERP 539C Special Topics in Sign Language Studies (3) I II For a description of course topics see SERP 439C. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper on a course-related topic and a class presentation. May be convened with SERP 439C.

SERP 540 Education of Gifted Children (3) I For a description of course topics see SERP 440. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth paper(s) on a single aspect of current issues in the field. May be convened with SERP 440.

SERP 541 Teaching the Gifted: Questioning Strategies (3) II Mastery of skills involved in developing abstract thinking abilities in gifted children by using the Hilda Taba Teaching Strategies. Emphasis on using these sequential questioning methods in all content areas and at all grade levels. P, SERP 440 or SERP 540.

SERP 542 Teaching the Gifted: Productive Thinking (3) I Mastery of skills involved in developing productive thinking abilities in gifted children by using teaching-learning models developed by Parnes, Williams, Taylor, Guilford, Renzulli and Treffinger at all grade levels and in all-content areas. P, SERP 440 or SERP 540.

SERP 543 Teaching the Gifted: Hierarchical Models (3) I Introduction to general principles involved in providing a curriculum for the gifted. Overview of ten teaching-learning models commonly used with the gifted. Mastery of skills involved in using the hierarchical models with gifted students. P, SERP 440 or SERP 540.

SERP 544A Intensive ASL (3-6) S For a description of course topics see SERP 444A. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth paper on aspects of current issues in the field. May be convened with SERP 444A.

SERP 544B Introduction to Interpreting (3-6) S For a description of course topics see SERP 444B. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth paper on aspects of current issues in the field. May be convened with SERP 444B.

SERP 544C Classroom Instruction in ASL (3-6) S For a description of course topics see SERP 444C. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth paper on aspects of current issues in the field. May be convened with SERP 444C.

SERP 547 Rehabilitation Teaching in Visual Impairment (3) I Overview of rehabilitation services for individuals with visual impairments, with emphasis on psychosocial variables and strategies for learning adaptive skills. The course addresses adult experiences, with an emphasis on adulthood.

SERP 549 School Psychology (3) I Roles of the school psychologist; implementing programs in the public schools; legal and ethical issues in school psychology. P, consent of instructor.

SERP 550 Introduction to Emotional or Behavioral Disorders (3) I For a description of course topics see SERP 450. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth paper(s) on a single aspect of current issues in the field. May be convened with SERP 450.

SERP 551 Teaching Children with Emotional or Behavioral Disorders (3) II Assessment techniques, academic and behavioral intervention strategies, and classroom management with emotionally or behaviorally disordered children and youth.

SERP 555 Rehabilitation and Aging (3) [Rpt./ 2] II For a description of course topics see SERP 455. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper and a class presentation on a topic related to course content. May be convened with SERP 455.

SERP 559 Cultural Diversity in School Psychology (3) II Current theoretical, social, and practical issues in the use of norm-referenced tests with individuals from minority colleges.

SERP 560 Introduction to Early Childhood Special Education (3) I II For a description of course topics see SERP 460. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth paper(s) on a single aspect of current issues in the field. May be convened with SERP 460.

SERP 561 Methods of Teaching Preschool Children with Disabilities (3) II Deals with competencies required to teach all categories of disabilities found in preschool children except deaf/blind. P, SERP 460 or SERP 560; SERP 562, SERP 575; CR, SERP 593

SERP 562 Methods of Assessment for Preschool Children with Disabilities (3) I Norm-referenced and criterion-referenced instruments for screening, diagnosis and assessment of infants, toddlers, and preschool children will be reviewed. Emphasis will be placed on teacher involvement in the assessment process. P, SERP 400 or SERP 500; SERP 575.

SERP 563 Client Assessment in Rehabilitation (3) II Exploration of the world of work; critical review of vocational choice theories; experiences in the use and interpretation of individual assessment techniques. P, or CR, SERP 565; CR, ED P 458. Open to majors only.

SERP 565 Principles of Rehabilitation (3) I For a description of course topics see SERP 465. Graduate-level requirements include submission of a group research exercise/presentation, conduct NCRE email networking, submit scholarly paper. May be convened with SERP 465.

SERP 568 Transition Methods (3) II For a description of course topics see SERP 468. Graduate-level requirements include additional assignments including a term paper. May be convened with SERP 468.

SERP 570 Administration of Special Education Programs (3) I Review of current federal and state Special Education Laws and Regulations and related federal mandates, special education funding, compliance and legal issues, precedent setting court cases, and current issues in special education administration and program delivery. P, consult department before enrolling.

SERP 571 Supervision of Special Education (3) II Theory and practice concerning various aspects of supervising special education programs and services, service delivery models, staff and program development, philosophy, communication, systemic and personal change, and evaluation. P, SERP 570.

SERP 572 Policy and Program Evaluation Analysis in Special Education (3) I Practical aspects of policy analysis and program development/evaluation in schools and other social agencies that serve with disabilities and/or giftedness.

SERP 575 Observation and Participation in Special Education Programs (1-3) [Rpt./ 6 units] I II For a description of course topics see SERP 475. May be convened with SERP 475.

SERP 576 Rehabilitating the Public Offender (3) I For a description of course topics see SERP 476. Graduate-level requirements include a scholarly paper. May be convened with SERP 476.

SERP 578 Prevention of Addictions (3) I For a description of course topics see SERP 478. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper or other project. May be convened with SERP 478.

SERP 580 Medical Aspects of Disability (3) [Rpt./ 1] I Etiology, therapy, and prognosis of the major disabilities, including drug and alcohol; assessment of physical capacities and limitations; typical restorative techniques. P, open to majors only.

SERP 581 Psychosocial and Cultural Aspects of Disability (3) [Rpt./ 1] I Exploration of the psychological, sociological and cultural aspects of disability; analysis of somatopsychology, psychosomatics, and social psychology.

SERP 582 Principles and Practices of Vocational Evaluation (3) I Understanding work skills and labor market conditions; process of vocational evaluation of rehabilitation clientele; collecting and synthesizing evaluation data and writing meaningful reports.

SERP 583 Counseling Theories and Human Development (3) [Rpt./ 1] I II Professional rehabilitation counseling practices with varied ethnic, age disability, and dependency populations. P, open to majors only.

SERP 584 Problems of Drug Abuse (3) I II For a description of course topics see SERP 484. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper and a class presentation on a topic related to course content. May be convened with SERP 484.

SERP 585 Vocational Planning and Placement (3) II Problems of physical, mental, social, and emotional disability, as they relate to the formulation of a rehabilitation plan; exploration of the various sources of occupational and career choice information, case management and job placement and development. P, SERP 580; SERP 563, SERP 565 or SERP 580. Open to majors only.

SERP 586 Psychological Assessment of the Deaf Person (3) II Selection, administration, and interpretation of various psychosocial evaluation instruments used with deaf persons. P, SERP 674A, ED P 673.

SERP 587 Psychosocial, Cultural, and Familial Aspects of Disability (3) I For a description of course topics see SERP 487. Exploration of the psychological, sociological, cultural, and familial aspects of disability throughout the lifespan and implications; foundations for empowerment and enhancing self-esteem. May be convened with SERP 487.

SERP 588 Professional Problems and Ethical Concerns in Rehabilitation Psychology (3) I Introduction to the field of rehabilitation psychology including an examination of ethical and legal considerations in the practice of rehabilitative psychology, foundational material in professional psychology, and an overview of the rules and functions of rehabilitation psychology. P, open to majors only.

SERP 589 Counseling and Case Practices with Deaf Individuals (3) II Principles, methods, and techniques of counseling and case practices with deaf people in rehabilitation settings. P, SERP 583.

SERP 590 Applied Research with Exceptional Learners (3) II Review of principles and practices underlying applied research with exceptional learners; practice in preparation of research proposals; conduct of research emphasized.

SERP 591 Preceptorship (1-3) [Rpt./]

SERP 593 Internship (1-12) [Rpt./] I II

SERP 593L Legislative Internship (1-9) [Rpt./] I II

SERP 594 Practicum (1-3) [Rpt./]

SERP 594A Communication Development for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children (1-6) [Rpt./] I II

SERP 594C Teaching the Gifted (1-6) [Rpt./ 9 units] I II P, concurrent enrollment in SERP 440, SERP 541, SERP 542, SERP 543 required.

SERP 595B Language Learning and Reading Disabilities (3) II (Identical with LRC 595B).

SERP 595C Mental Retardation and Severe Disabilities (3) II

SERP 595D Recent Advances in Special Education and Rehabilitation (3-6) I II

SERP 595E Bilingual Special Education (2) I

SERP 595F Emotional or Behavioral Disorders (3) I P, open to majors only.

SERP 595G Orientation and Mobility (3) II S P, SERP 520, SERP 522A, SERP 522B, SERP 526.

SERP 595K Group Processes and Ethics (3) I II P, Open to majors only.

SERP 596A Issues in Special Education and Rehabilitation (1-3) [Rpt./ 6 units]

SERP 597A Creativity and Giftedness (1-3) [Rpt./ 9 units] I

SERP 597D Woodcock-Johnson - Revised (1) S GRD P, open to majors only.

SERP 597E Consultation and Collaboration for Special Needs Students (2) II

SERP 597G Best Practices for Educating Students with Severe Disabilities (2) S

SERP 597K Sexuality and Disability (3) [Rpt./ 1] I For a description of course topics see SERP 497K. May be convened with SERP 497K.

SERP 597L Attention Deficit Disorders (1) S

SERP 599 Independent Study (1-3) [Rpt./]

SERP 638 Psychological Consultation (3) I II Principles and techniques of conducting behavioral consultation in educational settings to promote learning and development of children and youth. P, SERP 517.

SERP 673 Theoretical Foundations of Intelligence (3) I II Various theories and models of human ability and their implications for intellectual assessment.

SERP 674A Field Experience in Intellectual Assessment in Education (3) I Supervised field experience in the administration, scoring and interpretation of various intellectual assessment devices: Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale. P, or CR, SERP 673. Credit allowed for only one of these courses: SERP 674A, SERP 674B. Open to majors and minors only.

SERP 674B Field Experience in Intellectual Assessment in Education (3) II Supervised field experience in the administration, scoring and interpretation of various intellectual assessment devices: intellectual assessment techniques.

SERP 677 Personality Assessment (3) II Techniques for assessing personality and social behavior; practice in implementing programs derived from assessment techniques. P, SERP 674B, consent of instructor. Open to majors only.

SERP 679 Educational and Psychological Assessment of Children (3) I Psychoeducational assessment techniques, practice in prescribing remedial programs. P, SERP 673, SERP 647B. Open to majors only.

SERP 685 Child Behavior Disorders and Adjustment (3) I II The diagnostic and assessment practices, theories, and research related to child behavior disorders. P, SERP 530 or consent of instructor.

SERP 686 Child Psychotherapy (3) I II An overview of the major methods of and research related to psychotherapy with school-age children. P, SERP 685 or consent of instructor.

SERP 691 Preceptorship (1-6) [Rpt./]

SERP 693 Internship (1-3) [Rpt./]

SERP 693B School Psychology (1-4) [Rpt./ 12 units]

SERP 693C Teaching (1-3) [Rpt./ 12 units]

SERP 694 Practicum (1-3) [Rpt./]

SERP 694B School Psychology (1-3) [Rpt./ 12 units] I II

SERP 695A Issues and Trends in Special Education (3) II

SERP 695B Emotional or Behavioral Disorders (3) II

SERP 695C Rehabilitation Psychology (3) [Rpt./ 2] I II

SERP 695D Learning Disabilities (3) I

SERP 695F Sensory Impaired (3) II

SERP 695G Issues and Research in Educating the Gifted (3) [Rpt./ 2] II

SERP 695H Rehabilitation Administration and Research (3) I II

SERP 695L Diagnosis in Rehabilitation Psychology (3) II

SERP 696A Issues in Special Education and Rehabilitation (1-6) [Rpt./ 6 units]

SERP 696B Neuropsychological Bases of Learning and Behavior (3) I II

SERP 696C Professional Standards, Ethics and Issues in School Psychology (3) [Rpt./ 1] I II P, SERP 530 or consent of instructor.

SERP 699 Independent Study (1-3) [Rpt./]

SERP 791 Preceptorship (1-6) [Rpt./]

SERP 793 Internship (1-12) [Rpt./]

SERP 794 Practicum (3-9) [Rpt./]

SERP 799 Independent Study (1-3) [Rpt./] I

SERP 900 Research (1-3) [Rpt./]

SERP 910 Thesis (3-6) [Rpt./]

SERP 920 Dissertation (1-9) [Rpt./]

SERP 930 Supplementary Registration (1-6) [Rpt./]

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