Upon completion, students should be able to accurately administer screening tests and therapeutic protocols and identify characteristics of acquired speech, language, and hearing disorders. This course introduces the preparation, use, and maintenance of selected communication equipment in the treatment of respective disorders. Emphasis is placed on the collaborative use of assistive equipment for speech, language, and hearing disorders. Upon completion, students should be able to instruct the patient and caregiver in the use and maintenance of assistive communication equipment. This course provides supervised fieldwork experience in speech-language pathology assisting in a minimum of two diverse sites.
Emphasis is placed on the use of written protocols in providing patient care.
Upon completion, students should be able to integrate ethical concepts into safe and effective clinical practice. This course provides an opportunity to discuss fieldwork experiences with peers and faculty. Emphasis is placed on management of clinical problems, conflict resolution, and job seeking and retention skills.