This course will prepare students to work with children at varying levels of language development and with a range of language disorders. An overview of language development, language disorders, assessment, and intervention techniques will be covered. Additional focus will be given to information regarding students with autism and augmentative / alternative communication (AAC) systems and strategies.

Restrictions: Must be in the Education Assistant or Human Services programs (EDAS1, EDAS2, EDAS...X60 or HSPD1)

Other Prerequisites: Criminal Record Check Schedule B works with "children" or works with "children and vulnerable adults." Admission to the Education Assistant Program or Human Services Advanced Professional Development Program.

Lecture Hours: 45