CHLD 146 - Curriculum and Strategies for Children with Special Needs

    Recent Professors
    Vanessa Bailey, Laura Harris, Dale Tackett
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Spring 2025, Spring 2023, Fall 2022
    Class Size
    24–40 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    CHLD 154 or equivalent college course with a minimum grade of C.
    Spring 2026 Sections
    View Spring 2026 sections of CHLD 146
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Covers curriculum and intervention strategies for working with children with special needs in partnership with their families. Focuses on the use of observation and assessment in meeting the individualized needs of children in inclusive and natural environments. Includes the role of the teacher as a professional working with families, collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, and cultural competence. It is required for the COS Special Education Certificate and it also fulfills part of the 6-units of specialization needed for a California Child Development Permit.
    Usually Held
    Thu 11:10am–12:25pm, Tue 7:10pm–8:00pm, Wed 6:10pm–9:00pm