# Substantial Disabilities (SSD) courses

Santiago Canyon College · 2025-2026 Catalog · 4 courses

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"Offered" lists sections in this catalog year's class schedules: Summer 2026.

### SSD 200 — Issues and Concepts for Adults With Developmental Disabilities

- **Units:** 0
- **Hours:** 10 hours lecture weekly, 100 contact hours total
- **Offered:** not on the Summer 2026 schedule

Provides information related to topics of everyday interest and importance to adults with developmental disabilities. Examines issues of relevance and provides a forum for discussion and exploration of various topics, such as current events, cultural awareness and health. Open Entry/Open Exit.

### SSD 787 — Employment Preparation for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

- **Units:** 0
- **Hours:** 10 hours lecture weekly, 100 contact hours total
- **Offered:** not on the Summer 2026 schedule

Assists adults with developmental disabilities attain a higher functional level for the purpose of employment. Teaches skills necessary to establish and maintain productive interpersonal relationships social interaction and etiquette related to home community and vocational settings. Open Entry/Open Exit.

### SSD 788 — Independent Living Skills for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

- **Units:** 0
- **Hours:** 10 hours lecture weekly, 100 contact hours total
- **Offered:** not on the Summer 2026 schedule

Assists adults with developmental disabilities attain a higher functional level for independent living in these areas: health and nutrition, personal appearance, communication, manners, money management, safety and consumer awareness, transportation, social interaction, and practical reading, writing and math skills related to home and community settings. Open Entry/Open Exit.

### SSD 793 — Physical Activities for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

- **Units:** 0
- **Hours:** 10 hours lecture weekly, 100 contact hours total
- **Offered:** not on the Summer 2026 schedule

Assists adults with developmental disabilities acquire the skills necessary to maximize physical capabilities through physical activities tailored to their abilities. Students will be guided through independent and group activities to develop fitness awareness. Open Entry/Open Exit.