Community Support & Education

Note: CSEA courses are restricted to students in the Community Support & Education program.

CSEA 110 Community Living Foundations

(3 credits) F (3,0,0,0)

In this course, students are introduced to a social model of disability and to key social justice issues that impact the disability community. Values, principles and practices associated with community living philosophy are explored, as are community resources that promote equality and inclusion.

CSEA 111 Practicum 1

(6 credits) W (2,0,0,12)

This combined seminar and practicum course provides the opportunity for students to observe and apply the beginning knowledge, skills and abilities needed to support people with disabilities in a supervised practicum setting. Weekly seminars assist students to integrate classroom learning and theory with practice.

Prerequisite(s): CSEA 110, CSEA 120.
Pre or Co-requisite(s): CSEA 140, CSEA 150, CSEA 160, CSEA 170, CSEA 180, PSYC 154.

CSEA 112 Practicum 2

(4 credits) P (2,0,0,24)

This integrated seminar and practicum course assists students to consolidate the knowledge, skills and community living values gained through program courses. Problem solving, critical thinking, and team work skills are emphasized in this ﬁnal practicum and seminar experience.

Prerequisite(s): CSEA 111.

CSEA 120 Health and Wellness

(4 credits) F (3,3,0,0)

This course provides students with foundational skills and knowledge needed to support the health and wellness of people with disabilities and themselves. Students learn through theory and practice to provide safe, effective and respectful personal assistance including lifts and transfers, personal hygiene, nutrition, bathing, and positioning.

CSEA 140 Development & Diversity

(3 credits) F (3,0,0,0)

This course introduces students to typical growth and development through the lifespan. Building on that knowledge, students explore the causes and characteristics of select developmental and acquired disabilities and of common health and physical conditions that can affect the quality of life of children and adults with disabilities and their families.

CSEA 150 Teaching & Learning Supports

(4 credits) W (4,0,0,0)

This course introduces students to positive supports for teaching and learning in home, school, work and community settings. Students will design practical support strategies that assist children and adults in the development of social, academic, daily life, and augmentative/alternative communication methods.

CSEA 160 Citizenship & Quality of Life

(3 credits) W (3,0,0,0)

This course explores both formal and informal supports that enhance the quality of life and citizenship of people with disabilities. Topics include people, relationships and practices that enrich and contribute to full and satisfying lives of people with disabilities.

CSEA 170 Working in Organizations

(2 credits) W (2,0,0,0)

Work as a CSEA requires effective teamwork in a variety of settings. This course introduces students to the structure, systems and culture of teams, schools, non-proﬁt, private, government and community living organizations as they relate to the roles and responsibilities of the CSEA practitioner.

CSEA 180 Professional Practice

(2 credits) W (2,0,0,0)

This course provides students with an opportunity to develop a framework for ethical and professional practice as a CSEA. Professional responsibility and accountability to oneself, the individual, the organization and the profession are examined and students will begin to develop a philosophy for practice.