ED 616 - Transition I & Family Process

Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3

This course is a comprehensive overview of career and transition planning for the full spectrum of individuals with disabilities. Additionally, as a result of this class, students will be able to identify and participate in the objectives as identified by the Council of Exceptional Children, Division on Career Development and Transition as desirable competencies for secondary special educators. Through the lens of Social Justice and considering ethical practice, the affects of disproportionality in transition education will be in the forefront. Candidates will be provided access to specialized supports and strategies for working with marginalized demographic youth, and their families.Finally, candidates will meet the requirements of the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction relative to transition and family involvement issues. This course will provide an introduction to the effects of different disabilities on student career, vocational, and transition and student readiness for adult independence. Focus will involve the identification and study of effective and ethical practices and transition-related skill development for both inservice and preservice professional practitioners. Special emphasis will be placed upon families and family involvement, as related to State of Wisconsin supports and parent and family rights in the transition process.

Offered Fall, Spring, Summer