TH 100 - Orientation to Disability Groups

Credit Hours: 3

A review of disabilities and their causes, characteristics and adaptations needed to live a quality life. The disabilities covered include physical, mental and developmental. Populations which will be covered include senior citizens and juvenile delinquents. Common illnesses the recreation and physical education professional may encounter will also be covered.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Explain common disabilities and their associated illnesses;
Define basic medical and psychiatric terminology relating to disabilities;
Describe programming techniques used to modify and conduct recreational activities for individuals with disabilities;
Organize and conduct special events for individuals with disabilities;
Adapt program activities based upon the bio-psychosocial limitation imposed by illness and disability as related to leisure involvement.

F/S (C, S)