Description:
This four-day training provides information about some of the most common health conditions that could lead to a student being served under the classification of Other Health Impairment (OHI). These conditions include Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Tourette's Syndrome, childhood cancers and blood disorders, asthma, diabetes, and rheumatoid arthritis. Medical professionals present the primary characteristics of these conditions, common medications used in treatment, and discuss the educational implications and accommodations to be considered. Because there may be a behavioral component to some of these conditions, participants are given tools and strategies for conducting functional behavior analysis and formulating behavior plans. A special educator shares the tips and tools she has developed through her years of experience. Her information will assist participants in utilizing medical information to create plans that ensure a safe and supportive environment for students with health impairments.

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