Program Overview

Overview

This course provides a broad overview of children with exceptionalities and their educational needs. Students will be introduced to the characteristics, needs, and strengths of children with exceptionalities, with attention given to best practices for supporting the child’s growth and development within an inclusive school environment.

Prerequisites and Restrictions

• Prerequisites: EDAS 141A, EDAS 145, HDEC 100, and HDEC 101
• Restrictions: Must be in the Education Assistant Program (EDAS1, EDAS2, or EDAS...X60)

Other Prerequisites

• Criminal Record Check Schedule B works with "children" or works with "children and vulnerable adults."
• Admission to the Education Assistant Certificate or Diploma Program.

Course Details

• Lecture Hours: 45

Program Information

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Northern Lights College serves the communities of Northern British Columbia that are located on the territories of the Cree, Dene, Dunne-Za, Kaska, Saulteau, Tse’khene, Tahltan, and Tlingit. We also recognize Metis Nation BC members who live in this area of our beautiful province. We acknowledge our hosts and honour their gracious welcome to those seeking knowledge.