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EMP 003 - Self Advocacy

3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): None
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
AA Elective: No
Self-Advocacy focuses on students strengthening their ability to identify components of self-awareness, understanding their legal rights, as well as obtaining skills to create strong resources for themselves.  



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