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Credit Hours: Min: 3; Max:
Description: The purpose of this course is to provide the student with a broad perspective of the best practices, issues, and concerning facing individuals working in the field of early childhood special education. State and federal laws governing and regulating early childhood special education, program models, community resources, program development, and state agencies and organizations are addressed. Special emphasis is placed on providing the student with the knowledge of philosophies, roles and services of professionals involved with young children with special needs.