The focus of this course is to address federal and state laws, regulations and policies, dealing with special education programs/students. Students will gain an in-depth understanding of the court cases which help set the precedent for programs across the United States and then also those which shaped policy in Wisconsin. The course will address different entitlement dollars that follow programming/students and their intended assistance. Prerequisite: admission to the Director of Special Education and Pupil Services licensure program. Restricted to students in the Director of Special Education and Pupil Services licensure programs.