Interdisciplinary Training
Project Description:
The need for the interdisciplinary classes is to supplement disciplinary curricula by providing students experiences in family relationships, inclusive activities, collaborative teaching and evaluation, and practicum-based experiences.
The goals of the classes are to provide information and experiences that benefit individuals with disabilities and their families. These may include: 1) increasing cultural knowledge; 2) overcoming barriers; 3) modifications and/or AT supports; and 4) identification of resources.
An unusual feature is the role of the Training Committee to provide general direction to the training program/classes (this includes trainee needs, implementation of training experiences, and specific guidelines to community trainee involvement). This Committee includes consumers, parents, professionals, and paraprofessionals.
The expected outcome is to prepare students to have the knowledge and skill to assume positions of leadership in the field of developmental disabilities.
Keyword(s):
Interdisciplinary and Collaborative Training
Core Function(s):
Training Trainees, Developing & Disseminating Information
Area of Emphasis
Quality Assurance, Education & Early Intervention, Child Care-Related Activities, Health-Related Activities, Recreation-Related Activities, Quality of Life, Other - Assistive Technology, Other - Cultural Diversity
Target Audience:
Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees), Community Trainees / Short term trainees, Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Adults with Disabilities, General Public
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances, Limited English, Geographic Areas, Rural/Remote, Urban
Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:
State
COVID-19 Related Data:
N/A
