~ Special Education ~ Psychology ~ Speech/Communication Disorders ~ Social Work ~
~ Child and Family Development ~ Adaptive P.E. ~ Physical Therapy ~ Recreation/Leisure ~
~ Occupational Therapy ~ Gerontology ~ Nursing ~ Music Therapy ~ etc.

Study Abroad Ireland is designed for students wanting an international experience that focuses on the delivery of educational and social services to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in Ireland. Students from a wide range of disciplines with an interest in social, educational, vocational, recreational, and/or health services for persons with developmental disabilities will be recruited. Applicants with direct contact experience with adolescents and/or adults with disabilities are preferred. Both volunteer service hours and completion of 6 hours coursework will be required:

THE 2013 COURSE SYLLABI WILL BE POSTED LATER IN THE ACADEMIC YEAR

SPED 4800/6800: Cross-Cultural Perspectives in Developmental Disabilities: Ireland, and

SPED 4440S/7440S: Practicum Study Abroad in Ireland

Some Student Quotes: Study Abroad in Ireland - Summer 2012

I absolutely loved my placement (COPE Foundation).  The staff was really kind and welcoming and taught me so much.  I realized that I could definitely work in this area with OT as well as early intervention. I loved it all !!

Enjoyed both placements very much—great experience!

Challenging but not over the top; fair amount of work.

Absolutely loved it! 

The amount of readings was reasonable and I enjoyed the speakers!

Great learning experience!

The program was very well-planned and the directors did a fantastic job.  The coursework was reasonable.  This was such a growing experience for me.  I loved every minute of my time here.

It was an amazing experience and I’m so happy I had the opportunity!

Amazing!

OUTSTANDING !  Best 7 weeks of my life. Thanks for everything!

I had a great time!  Such a great experience!

So happy! Everything I expected and more !

Loved the COPE Foundation!

Worth every penny!

Incredible experience!  Learned so much.  Planned well, good amount of coursework, relevant requirements.

Really great trip.  I am extremely pleased that I was fortunate enough to experience this.

I loved my experience in Ireland.  Would definitely recommend it to others.

2012 Study Abroad Ireland Students