Health Policy, Practice and Education: Children with Disabilities

This two-week program will take place in Northern Ireland.  This course will give students the opportunity to learn and think together about policy and practice as it relates to children with disabilities.  Students will be based at Stranmillis University College in Belfast and will be instructed by a range of academic and clinical experts from various disciplines. Topics covered will include:

• The collaborative roles of education and health professionals (speech language pathologists, occupational therapists and physical therapists including teachers, psychologists) in assessment, management and educational needs of children with disabilities
• Policy development and educational history (including special needs policy and services) within the social and cultural context of Northern Ireland
• Child development theories and the importance of early intervention
• Physical literacy

In addition to classroom activities, site visits will be organized to agencies and schools serving children with disabilities and their families.
Prior to departure, students will be expected to participate in 4-5 introductory online sessions and some preparation project work.