Course
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the Distance Learning CDS Program
405. Phonetics (3)
A study of general phonetics
principles; articulatory, acoustic and linguistic aspects of the
sound systems of standard and nonstandard dialects of American English;
introduction to the application of phonetics to disordered sound
systems.
410. Hearing Science
(3)
Study of physics of sound,
anatomy and physiology of the ear, and measurement of perception
of sound. Brief survey of causes of hearing impairment and habilitation
procedures.
415. Speech Development
and Communication Disorders (3)
Study of speech and language
development in relation to normal learning and growth processes;
brief introduction to second language acquisition.
465. Clinical Practice
in Speech Pathology I (2)
Supervised clinical
experience in the diagnosis of and therapy for speech handicapped
children. This work is performed at a clinical site with field
supervision and university support.
485. Computer Applications
in Communication Disorders (3)
Study of basic computer
concepts and applications of microcomputers in the fields of Speech-Language
Pathology and Audiology, including diagnostic and rehabilitative
procedures, statistical and research applications, recordkeeping,
and word processing. Review of contemporary microcomputer hardware
and software. Regular written assignments will be required.
499. Independent Study
(3)
This serves as an introductory
course with the goal of "leveling" the background. Topics
in all areas of content in speech-language pathology will be reviewed.
501. Interviewing
and Counseling in Communicative Disorders (3)
Advanced study of interviewing
and counseling strategies and techniques associated with diagnostic
and therapeutic practice in speech-language pathology and audiology.
Professional responsibilities for ethical practices.
502. Research in Communication
Disorders (3)
Study of applied research
methods and instrumentation in the field of communication disorders,
including literature search techniques, research design, statistical
tests, laboratory instrumentation and calibration, and report
preparation. Online library research methods will be utilized.
552. Language Disorders
II (3)
Survey of current psycholinguistic
research developments and their relation to specific areas of
communication disorders.
558. Neuroanatomy
and Neurophysiology of Speech, Language and Hearing (3)
This course is concerned
with the structural components and organization of the central
and peripheral nervous systems and their conduction pathways and
functions, with specific emphasis on those structures that subserve
normal speech, language and hearing processes. Regular writing
assignments will be required.
566. Clinical Practice
in Speech Pathology II (2)
This is the second
pediatric clinic. This work is performed at a clinical site with
field supervision and university support.
567. Clinical Practice
in Speech Pathology III (2)
This is the third pediatric
clinic. This work is performed at a clinical site with field supervision
and university support.
659. Aphasia, Apraxia
and Dysarthria (3)
This course examines
the neurobehavioral correlates of the acquired disorders of aphasia
and related cortical disturbances, apraxias, dysarthria, right
brain lesions, and introduces the student to assessment instruments
and treatment approaches. Special neuromotor impairment in the
child with cerebral palsy are also considered as these relate
to communication diagnosis and management. Regular writing assignments
will be required.
660. Structural-Organic
Disorders of Speech and Swallowing (formerly 560) (3)
Advanced study of current
theory, research, clinical and instrumental speech management
of : cleft lip/palate and related craniofacial anomalies, neurogenic
velopharyngeal dysfunction, dysphagias, laryngectomy and related
impairments secondary to ablative surgeries for head an neck cancers.
661. Advanced Study
of Voice, Fluency and Phonological Disorders (3)
This course examines
advanced theoretical, diagnostic and treatment issues in hyperfunctional/organic/psychogenic
voice disorders, typical/atypical stuttering, and phonological/articulation
disorders. In addition, multicultural issues including dialect
differences will be presented.
662. Seminar in Developmental
Language and Disorders (3)
Advanced study of research
relating to normal language development and to language disorders.
Investigation of psychological and sociological influences on
language.
663. Neurogenic Disorders
of Swallowing and Cognition (3)
This course examines
the diagnosis and treatment of acquired dysphagia in adult neurogenic
populations. In addition, the course examines neurobehavioral
correlates, diagnosis and treatment in traumatically brain-injured,
right-hemisphere damaged and dementia populations. Characteristics
of speech, language, cognitive and swallowing changes associated
with normal aging are also examined.
668. Advanced Diagnostics
in Speech and Language Pathology (3)
Advanced diagnosis
and evaluation of children and adults with complex disorders of
speech and/or language and/or cognition. Clinical experience in
taking a history, constructing a test battery, administering norm-referenced
tests, performing informal assessment procedures, interpreting
formal and informal results, making a differential diagnosis,
writing reports and conducting feedback sessions with clients,
parents, and/or caregivers.
672AB. Advanced Clinical
Practice in Speech Pathology and Audiology I and II (3-3)
Supervised clinical
experience in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures with speech
and hearing handicapped children and adults in hospitals and community
health service centers. Staff conferences with medical and allied
health personnel in relation to speech and language pathologies.
For Credit/No Credit Only.
674. Pediatric Audiology
(3)
Advanced study of the
causation, assessment, and management of auditory disorders in
infants and children.
697. Directed Comprehensive
Studies
Prerequisite: Completion
of all courses required in the program
Educational Psychology
314. Psychological Foundations, K-12 (3)
Required of all credential
candidates. An overview of the theoretical positions on learning,
development, and instruction which attempt to shape the outcomes
of elementary and secondary education. An analysis of alternative
missions of the school with emphasis on the psychological areas
foundational to the professional preparation of teachers.
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