ISSUES IN DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES

SOCWORK 644

Course Description

Definition, incidence, etiology, and prevention of developmental disabilities. Examines the life-cycle needs of this population, as well as social-welfare issues, social services available, and the social worker's role.

Prerequisties

Junior standing and (SOCWORK 205 or SOCWORK 708 ), or declared in Social Work Advanced Standing MSW or the Professional or Personal Enrichment Program

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Offered

Fall, Spring, Summer

Grade Point Average

3.64

-0.56% from Historical

Completion Rate

95.35%

-1.8% from Historical

A Rate

76.74%

11.48% from Historical

Class Size

9.06% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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Kiley McLean

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