- 專業(yè)概況
- 所屬院系
- 中國學生入學要求
- 課程信息
專業(yè)概況
在這里學什么?
A Master of Science in Developmental Disabilities is designed to prepare researchers, advocates, administrators and policy makers to be leaders in community-based or governmental agencies that address the confluence of issues associated with developmental disabilities throughout the life span. This degree program's body of knowledge will allow graduates of the M.S. program to pursue doctoral-level training in human services, counseling, and public policy, among others. In addition, this degree will provide professionals from disciplines such as nursing and education with the necessary skills to be effective leaders and advance in the field. The successful graduate of the M.S. in Developmental Disabilities program is expected to: Apply knowledge of effective administrative and other leadership skills in the field of developmental disabilities through the use of case study analyses, research papers, and in-class assignments. Demonstrate knowledge of the different developmental disabilities and the challenges faced by these individuals across the lifespan. Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of the family, the educational system, and community services on the successful integration of individuals with developmental disabilities into the community. Apply ethical and legal principles related to working with individuals who have developmental disabilities to real-world cases and settings. Apply knowledge of developmental disabilities, organizational behavior, and strategic planning to the design and/or administration of human services organizations which provide services to individuals and families with developmental disabilities. Demonstrate research, analytic thinking, and writing skills when creating a program design or evaluation project on a relevant topic in the field. Demonstrate knowledge of the impact of health disparities experienced by individuals with developmental disabilities and the implications for healthcare and human services organizations. This program is designed for individuals seeking a career in or as: Program Director (non-profit); Program Coordination; Early Childhood Interventionist; Transition Specialist; Job Coach; Child Life Specialist (with Child Life Specialist concentration); Developmental Specialist; Case Manager; Vocational Counselor; Advocate; Behavior Analyst or Assistant Behavior Analyst (with ABA concentration); Concentration 1: Leadership/Advocacy; Concentration 2: Adult Services/Transition; Concentration 3: Early Childhood; Concentration 4: Applied Behavior Analysis Concentration Courses (18 Credits); Concentration 5: Child Life Specialist (18 Credits).
所屬院系
進入哪個院系學習? College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
中國學生入學要求
為來自中國的學生設計 Applicants must complete all bachelor's degree requirements before beginning graduate studies or is in the process of completing a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 550 on the paper-based test, 213 on the computer-based test, or 79 on the internet-based test. (2) International English Language Testing System (IELTS): 6.0 on the test module. (3) Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: 54 on the test module.
課程信息
學制:在線/遠程學習(30 學分)
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開學時間:預計在五月 2022
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