Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course focuses on learning to work with children birth to eight years of age with disabilities and other special needs and their families in inclusive early childhood educational settings. It will include an exploration of the following: characteristics of young children with disabilities and other special needs; impact on the family; types of educational and other programs/services that are available; modification of the educational environment; approaches to assessment and curriculum; and integration and future trends. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize atypical development, make appropriate referrals, and work collaboratively to plan, implement, and evaluate inclusion and intervention strategies. This course may be offered in a distance education format. (CSU transferable) 