The disAbility Resource Center assists people with disabilities to live as independently as possible by providing them, those who support them, and the community with information, education, and resources. The policy advocate works to ensure that up-to-date information is constant, and works with clients to ensure the understanding of new legislation that impacts them.
Duties:
- Working with primary advocate monitoring legislation, especially important during the General Assembly season, that affects people with disabilities
- Writing updates and position papers on specific legislative efforts
- Preparing information and testimony to provide to legislators
- Possibly traveling to Richmond to present information and testimonies
Pre-Requisites:
- 12 hours of Psychology beyond PSYC 100 – General Psychology
Required courses:
- PSYC 362 – Research Methods for Psychology
- PSYC 331 – Infant and Child Development or PSYC 332 – Adolescent and Emerging Adult Development
Recommended courses:
- PSYC 320 – Psychology of Exceptional Children and Youth
- SOCG 332 – Introduction to Social Welfare
Assessment:
- 42 hours of work per credit hour (most interns do 3 credits with 126 hours of work)
- Grade is based on on-campus supervision, agency evaluation, reflective journal, and a final paper
Agency Contact:
Debe Fults
540-373-2559
disAbility Resource Center
409 Progress Street
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
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