Psychology of Developmental Disabilities

PSYCH 4571: Psychology of Developmental Disabilities

Overview of developmental disabilities including causes, nature, and psychological characteristics; diagnosis and psychometric assessments; and behavioral, psycho-educational, and biological forms of prevention and intervention. 20-hr off-campus practicum req.
Prereq: A grade of C- or above in 2220 and 2300.
Credit Hours
3

Meets the following Psychology Major Goals: 

Knowledge Base in Psychology

  • Describe key concepts, principles, & overarching themes in psychology
  • Describe applications of psychology

Scientific Inquiry & Critical Thinking

  • Use scientific reasoning to interpret psychological phenomena
  • Demonstrate psychology information literacy

Ethical & Social Responsibility in a Diverse World

  • Adopt values that build community at local, national, & global levels

Communication

  • Demonstrate effective writing for different purposes

Professional Development

  • Refine project-management skills

To find course availability and times, please visit the Ohio State Course Catalog and Master Schedule.