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Identify personal beliefs and attitudes about persons with
developmental disabilities and explore the impact these beliefs and
attitudes may have on personal interactions with individuals with DD.
(I)
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| 2.
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Describe the nature and causes of various developmental disabilities
as well as their diagnoses. (I)
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| 3.
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Compare psychosocial, psychosexual, and intellectual development
processes of persons with and without DD. (I)
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| 4.
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Identify characteristics of individuals with specific developmental
disabilities which may impact their responses to various situations
including times of crises (i.e., institutionalization). (II)
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| 5.
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Explain the process of functional assessment as it relates to persons
with DD. (III)
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| 6.
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Explain the purpose of formulating measurable goals in a variety of
areas for persons with DD, including why they are developed, who
develops them, and how they are developed. (III)
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| 7.
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Describe the impact a person with DD may have on other family members
and describe techniques which may be used when interacting with
non-disabled family members. (III)
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| 8.
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Identify common issues regarding sexuality among persons with DD.
(III)
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| 9.
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Explain issues specifically relating to the aging process in people
with developmental disabilities. (III)
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| 10.
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Outline specific state regulations related to the protection and
rights of persons with DD. (IV)
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| 11.
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Describe therapeutic systems for persons with DD (i.e., physical and
occupational therapy, medical care, medications, education, etc.).
(IV)
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| 12.
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Describe the structure, function, and importance of vocational,
educational, and living supports for persons with DD. (IV)
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