REH120

Rehabilitation and Disability Foundations

This course is a comprehensive overview of disability management, including the philosophy, principles, and role of disability management personnel. You’ll study foundational theories, historical practices, and current trends related to rehabilitation and disability management.

You’ll also explore the social, vocational, and family issues that impact people with disabilities, as well as the concepts of rehabilitation, vocational rehabilitation, and disability management. We’ll outline the Canadian Disability Policy and related programs, as well as the development of vocational rehabilitation professions.

Related program(s)

This course is available at the following time(s) and location(s):

Section Session(s) Dates/time Campus Instructor(s) Cost Registration*
REH120-SU1137 3 Thursday–Saturday
Oct 24–26, 2013
8:30 am–4:30 pm		 Sur Jody Hawley $750 Registration opens Oct 3, if space is available

* This course is available as part of the Diploma in Rehabilitation and Disability Management and on an individual basis.

What will I learn?

After completing this course, you should be able to do the following:

  • Describe the social, economic, and family effects of disability
  • Explain the philosophy of rehabilitation
  • Understand the Canadian Disability Policy
  • Outline the principles of practices of disability management
  • Describe the required skills for disability management
  • Identify current trends in disability management

How will I learn?

This course consists of lectures, case studies and group discussions. Classes are during the day, from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, at SFU Surrey.

Besides attending all 21 hours of classes, you must participate in discussions, review all handouts and complete the homework assignment.

How will I be evaluated?

We evaluate this course through individual and group exercises, and a final written assignment.

Textbooks and learning materials

There is no textbook for this course. You will receive class notes.

Professional development credits

This course may meet the requirements for the following designation:

This course is also pre-approved for continuing education credits from the following organizations:

 

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