TransfermaticCHLD at College of the Sequoias

    CHLD 154 - Introduction to Children with Special Needs

    Recent Professors
    Vanessa Bailey
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023
    Class Size
    30 students
    Difficulty
    5.2Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of CHLD 154
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course includes a study of various types of disabilities and the characteristics of children who have special needs. The course will also cover family issues and current trends involving children with special needs, with an emphasis on interventions, inclusion, support services, and pertinent legislation. Introduces variations in the development of children with special needs, ages birth through eight, and the resulting impact on families. 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
    Tue Thu 12:45pm–2:00pm, Tue Thu 11:10am–12:25pm