The general purpose or this course is to provide a competency-based experience in the clinical laboratory designed to orient the student to the professional activities in speech-language pathology. Clinical observations and shadowing, readings, in-class activities, and independent projects will focus on reflective decision making in professional activities.
Introduction to strategies for remediation of speech and language disorders in individuals from birth through adulthood and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Study of the phonetic structure of the English language with requirement of mastery of the International Phonetic Alphabet. Emphasis will be placed on phonetic transcription of normal and disordered speech for students in communication sciences and disorders.
In-depth study of a current problem or issue related to the communication disorders profession. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. A title is assigned each time the course is offered.
Independent study for undergraduate or master's level graduate students with an interest in a specific problem or issue in communication disorders. May be repeated for a maximun of 6 credits.
Management strategies for people with hearing loss. Topics include: variables affecting hearing handicap; characteristics, selection, counseling, and orientation in regard to amplification systems; acoustic, perceptual and visual aspects of speech; assessment and management of problems resulting from hearing loss across the lifespan. This course is a Graduation Composition and Communication Requirement (GCCR) course in certain programs, and hence is not likely to be eligible for automatic transfer credit to UK.
This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) for individuals with significant disabilities of speaking and writing. The course will illustrate the role that AAC systems have to play in overcoming barriers to successful communication, education, and participation across the lifespan. Students will acquire skills in evaluation, intervention, and prescriptions of AAC for diverse populations across the life span. Trends, issues, and challenges related to AAC in various settings will be emphasized.
A detailed investigation of language disorders and language intervention in school-age populations. Includes an in-depth discussion of prevention strategies, service delivery models, related cultural diversity issues, and assessment and intervention principles and strategies.
Experience with children and adults in the assessment and management of communication and swallowing disorders. Lecture, one hour; practicum, four hours per week. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits.
Supervised clinical experience in the evaluation and management of children and adults. Up to 40 laboratory hours per week (at site all day). May be repeated up to 36 hours.
