SPED 4312 - Medical Problems in Child Development

Three credit hours.

The primary concern of the course is to review medical conditions and events arising during prenatal, postnatal and early childhood, which contribute to the nature and cause of major educational disabilities. Special attention is given to syndromes associated with mental retardation, disorders of the central nervous system, infections disease, and a wide range of conditions placing children at-risk for developmental delays. Emphasis is directed toward early medical identification, prevention of secondary disabilities, and strategies for responding to chronic health conditions in educational settings. Guest lectures by physicians and other health related professionals are an integral part of the course. Dual listed in the Graduate Catalog as SPED 5312.

Prerequisites: Admission to the Elementary education Program and eligible for admission to Block III with a 2.75 GPA or greater.