MASTER SYLLABUS

2020-2021

A.	Academic Division: Liberl Arts

B.	Discipline: Human and Social Work Services

C.	Course Number and Title: HMSV2120 Human Disabilities

D.	Course Coordinator: Molly McCue, MSW, LISW Christine Lynch MSW, LSW

Assistant Dean: Dr. Steve Haynes

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E.	Credit Hours: 3

F.	Prerequisites: None

G.	Syllabus Effective Date: Fall, 2020

H.	Textbook(s) Title:

Disability: A Diversity Model Approach in Human Services

Authors: Mackelprang & Salsgiver

Copyright Year: 2015

Edition: 3rd

ISBN #: 9781935871675

Workbook(s) and/or Lab Manual: None

J.	Course Description: This course will explore causes of disability and behavioral health issues, characteristics, economic implications, social and emotional impact on the individual. How society deals with difference and the impact on society will also be explored.

K.	College-Wide Learning Outcomes:

College-Wide Learning Outcome	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

L.	Course Outcomes and Assessment Methods:

Upon successful completion of this course, the student shall:

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the general cultural attitudes in regard to the rights of the disabled as it relates to negative social status and stigma attached to disability and mental illness.	Class Discussion and Activities – weeks 2-15; Exams – weeks 4, 8, 12, and 16
2. Discuss the economic, social and political impact of disability/mental illness on the individual and society.	Class Discussion and Activities – weeks 2-15; Professional Journal Article Presentation –weeks 8-9
3. Demonstrate the understanding of people first concept.	Class Discussion and Activities – weeks 2-15
4. Explain the etiology, impact and identify physical, mental and cognitive impairments.	Class Discussion and Activities – weeks 2-15; Exams – weeks 4, 8, 12, and 16; Professional Journal Article Presentation – weeks 8-9
5. Demonstrate knowledge of the primary national and state laws and statutes that represent and ensure the rights of the disabled.	Exams– week 8
6. Discuss and explore his/her own personal attitude toward disability and mental illness.	Personal Attitude Reflection - week 14

M.	Topical Timeline (Subject to Change):

Week	Activity/Assignments
Week 1	Introduction What Disability is Not
Week 2	Society Attitudes
Week 3	Social and Economic Impact on Disability and Mental Illness
Week 4	Social and Economic Impact on Disability and Mental Illness (continued)
Week 5	History of Disability
Week 6	People First Concept
Week 7	Laws
Week 8	Laws (continued)
Week 9	Developmental Disabilities
Week 10	Developmental Disabilities (continued)
Week 11	Sensory Impairment
Week 12	Mobility Impairment
Week 13	Cognitive Impairment
Week 14	Mental Illness
Week 15	Mental Illness (continued)

N.	Course Assignments:

Lecture/Discussion Activities

In-Class Assignments/Exercises

Professional Journal Article Presentation

Personal Reflection Assignment

Exams (4)

O.	Recommended Grading Scale:

NUMERIC	GRADE	POINTS	DEFINITION
93–100	A	4.00	Superior
90–92	A-	3.67	Superior
87–89	B+	3.33	Above Average
83–86	B	3.00	Above Average
80–82	B-	2.67	Above Average
77–79	C+	2.33	Average
73–76	C	2.00	Average
70-72	C-	1.67	Below Average
67–69	D+	1.33	Below Average
63-66	D	1.00	Below Average
60-62	D-	0.67	Poor
00-59	F	0.00	Failure

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R.	Class Attendance and Homework Make-Up Policy:

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S.	Classroom Expectations:

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T.	College Procedures/Policies:

Important information regarding College Procedures and Policies can be found on the syllabus supplement located at

http://catalog.ncstatecollege.edu/mime/download.pdf?catoid=5&ftype=2&foid=3