This course is designed to provide students interested in obtaining the early childhood special educator endorsement with an introduction to the fields of early intervention (EI) and early childhood special education (ECSE). It will focus on the following topics: historical perspectives of EI/ECSE and theoretical approaches to both; laws and regulations that govern EI and ECSE; professional roles, responsibilities, and ethics; and specific disabilities and their impact on young children’s development. In addition, this course will introduce and provide an overview of the special education evaluation process, eligibility determination, and the development of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP).
This course is fully online, with some synchronous virtual meetings. Click View Schedule above for dates and times.