Nature and causes of organic and functional speech/language and hearing problems, general awareness of diagnostic and therapeutic techniques.
- Subject
- CD
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Catalog
- 2026-2027 Catalog
- Source
- catalog.worcester.edu
47 courses with the subject CD, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Nature and causes of organic and functional speech/language and hearing problems, general awareness of diagnostic and therapeutic techniques.
Introduction to basic linguistic knowledge including theoretical areas of pragmatics, semantics, syntax, morphology and phonology in a multicultural perspective.
Introduction to the study of English speech sounds, their articulation and acoustic characteristics, and speech transcription using the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Normal anatomy and physiology of the speech and hearing mechanisms with emphasis on respiration, phonation, resonance, articulation, and audition.
An in-depth coverage of the normal acquisition and development of speech and language, including phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics.
Beginning American Sign Language I; vocabulary, grammar and colloquialism as used in the Deaf community. Deaf culture, history, and social justice themes will be introduced through readings and movies.
A continuation of CD 120 designed for students to expand ASL expressive and receptive vocabulary, grammar and increase cultural competence.
Introductory level course covering topics of special interest to first-year students. Offered only as a First-Year Seminar.
Basic information to understand concepts in audiology: physical concepts, acoustics, psychoacoustics, measurement of sound and speech perception theories.
Basic information to understand concepts in speech; physical and psychophysical bases, linguistic and psycholinguistic aspects and clinical instruments.
Basic linguistic knowledge including theoretical areas of pragmatics, semantics, syntax, morphology and phonology in a multicultural perspective.
The study of English speech sounds, their articulation and acoustic characteristics, and speech transcription using the International Phonetic Alphabet. Fall and Spring and every year. 3 Credits
Structure and function of the nervous system and its relation to normal and disordered speech, language, and hearing.
Beginning aspects of clinical issues including objectives, rapport and timing. Therapy/diagnostic sessions will be viewed and highlighted by the instructor.
Introduction to audiometric testing techniques and interpretation as related to ear pathologies.
Examiniation of the processes interfering with normal language acquisition and the disorders which disturb established language skills in children and adults.
Study of the theoretical bases of articulation, voice and fluency disorders. Etiology, characteristics, evaluation and rehabilitation of these disorders.
Study of the theoretical bases of the characteristics, evalutation and treatment of individuals with hearing impairment across the life span.
Advanced aspects of clinical issues including procedures and material selection. Therapy/diagnostic sessions will be viewed and highlighted by the instructor.
Directed study offers students, who because of unusual circumstances may be unable to register for a course when offered, the opportunity to complete an existing course with an established syllabus under the direction and with agreement from a faculty member.
Exploration of topics related to career preparation, personal wellness and professional practice in communication sciences & disorders and allied fields.
Selection of topics of mutual interest to the student and faculty. Timely topics and issues will be covered.
The student will pursue an area of special interest in speech pathology or audiology through research or field experience, under faculty supervision. Junior and senior majors only.
Students gain foundation skills to engage in graduate level academic and clinical studies. These skills include study behavior, observation, technical and clinical writing, and ethical behavior.
Students gain an in-depth understanding of speech/language development, knowledge of cultural differences and the disorders of speech/language.
The purpose of this course is to provide students with an overview of the nature of articulation, phonology, and speech sound differences, development, and disorders across the lifespan and in a multicultural context. Students will learn principles and methods of prevention, assessment, and intervention for people with speech sound disorders, with a focus on articulation and phonology.
Prevention, etiology, characteristics, evaluation, intervention in children's language differences and disorders. Emphasis on spoken language with introduction to written language.
Study of the neurological basis, etiology, characteristics, prevention, evaluation and intervention of acquired language disorders in adults.
Etiology and characteristics of fluency disorders. In addition, the prevention, evaluation and intervention for people who have fluency disorders.
Study of etiology, characteristics, prevention, evaluation, and intervention of voice and resonance disorders in children and adults.
Study of the neurological basis, etiology, characteristics, prevention, evaluation, and intervention of motor speech disorders in children and adults.
Reading and writing development/disorders across the lifespan. Topics: Integration of theories, research, practice, etiology, characteristics, prevention, assessment, and intervention.
Evaluation and management of hearing related communication difficulties across the lifespan, including amplification, speech perception and communication training, speech-language therapy, and counseling.
Study of the anatomy/physiology of the swallowing mechanism, the etiology of its disorders, and the assessment and management of patients with various diseases/injuries causing these disorders.
This course will review theories of counseling and counseling strategies. Opportunities will be provided to practice counseling strategies. The course will also provide opportunity for personal growth, a requisite for helping our clients change and grow.
Intensive study of theory, psychometrics, concepts of assessment, and diagnosis. Focuses on scientific method. Includes planning, interpretation, report writing, recommendations.
Issues related to SLP's in schools. Includes state and federal regulations, case selection, referral process, scheduling, collaboration, inclusion, support personnel.
Principles of augmentative and alternative communication, evaluation, and intervention across diverse populations.
Etiology and characteristics of cognition; prevention, evaluation, and intervention of acquired cognitive disorders related to communication sciences and disorders across the lifespan.
Students may elect to take an independent study in course content, practicum experience, or independent research.
Principals of research in communication sciences and disorders including ethics, methodology, design, statistics, evaluation and research writing.
In-depth studies of contemporary issues in human communication disorders.
Principles of clinical methodology and documentation. Experience with and accrual of clinical clock hours in screening, evaluation, and/or intervention of speech, language and hearing disorders in the on-campus clinic and its extensions with direct supervision.
Advanced principles of clinical methodology and documentation. Experience with and accrual of clinical clock hours in screening, evaluation, and intervention of speech, language and hearing disorders in the on-campus clinic and its extensions with direct supervision.
Principles of practice and supervision in specific settings. Experience with and accrual of clinical clock hours in screening, evaluation, and intervention of speech, language and hearing disorders in off-campus sites with direct supervision.
Principles of practice, professional licensure, certification, employment, regulations, and contemporary issues. Experience with and accrual of clinical clock hours in screening, evaluation, and intervention of speech, language and hearing disorders in off-campus sites with direct supervision.
Original research in Communication Disorders under the supervision of a member of the faculty, and an acceptable thesis. Three credits per semester for two semesters.
Source: Worcester State University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61