The Additional Qualification Course: Teaching Students with Intellectual Needs (Developmental Disabilities) provides the opportunity for candidates to explore the history, policies and evidence-based pedagogies that meet the learning needs of students with Intellectual Needs. The creation of inclusive classrooms for students with Developmental Disabilities will be researched with a focus on equity and well-being. The process of exceptional student identification, IEP development, and transition plans will be examined.
Prerequisites:
- Certificate of Qualification and Registration or Interim Certificate of Qualification and Registration (ICQR) or ICQR (Limited) with the Ontario College of Teachers
- Basic Qualifications in Primary or Junior divisions or Intermediate or Senior divisions in general studies.