This unit covers effective practice for the education of students with moderate and severe disabilities.  The focus is on the development of functional academic programs, social and interpersonal skills, basic motor competencies and communication skills.

The major aim is to develop a clearer knowledge of the diversity of ability within this student group, and to highlight key programming aspects that enhance their academic and social experience.  These key aspects include the development of parent partnerships, legal and duty of care issues, physical management and handling, and special health care procedures.  Classroom pedagogy is an additional major focus.  Specifically, strategies that enhance communication, adaptive behaviours and functional academics are core components of this unit.