46 courses with the subject SLP, 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.
SLP 6000Clinical Writing and Diagnostics
This course will focus on the foundations of clinical practice including, but not limited to, pertinent research, interpretation of test results, and discussion of the implications of the diagnostic findings in a total rehabilitation process. Evaluating norm- and criterion-referenced information for diagnostic, treatment, referral, and termination decisions will be discussed. This course will also go over typical evaluation processes of speech-language pathology and proper documentation techniques, including how to write evaluation reports, goals, and therapy notes. Clinical report writing elements will be analyzed while developing student clinical writing skills. In addition, selected simulation cases will be integrated within the course that complement the knowledge and skills the students received in coursework up to this point. 3 credits. 3.00
This is the first of a series of clinical classes the students will be involved in. This class will provide students with instruction in the application of knowledge acquired through didactic coursework for the foundations of clinical practice, including goal writing, SOAP notes, HIPAA, FERPA, ethics, legal, and professional practice issues. Students will implement the application of clinical skills through simulations. Clinical work is accompanied by regular group and individual meetings with the clinical staff. Acceptable hours may be applied to certification. 4 credit 4.00
This is the second in a series of clinical classes the students will be involved in. Simulation will be utilized. Clinical work is accompanied by regular group and individual meetings with the clinical staff. Acceptable hours may be applied to certification. 1 credit
This is the third in a series of clinical classes the students will be involved in. Simulation will be utilized. Clinical work is accompanied by regular group and individual meetings with the clinical staff. Acceptable hours may be applied to certification. 1 credit
This is the fourth in a series of clinical classes the students will be involved in. Simulation will be utilized. Clinical work is accompanied by regular group and individual meetings with the clinical staff. Acceptable hours may be applied to certification. 1 credit
This is the fifth in a series of clinical classes the students will be involved in. Simulation will be utilized. Clinical work is accompanied by regular group and individual meetings with the clinical staff. Acceptable hours may be applied to certification. 1 credit
This is the sixth in a series of clinical classes the students will be involved in. Simulation will be utilized. Clinical work is accompanied by regular group and individual meetings with the clinical staff. Acceptable hours may be applied to certification. 1 credit
This is the seveth in a series of clinical classes the students will be involved in. Simulation will be utilized. Clinical work is accompanied by regular group and individual meetings with the clinical staff. Acceptable hours may be applied to certification. 1 credit
This is the eigth in a series of clinical classes the students will be involved in. Simulation will be utilized. Clinical work is accompanied by regular group and individual meetings with the clinical staff. Acceptable hours may be applied to certification. 1 credit
This is the nineth in a series of clinical classes the students will be involved in. Simulation will be utilized. Clinical work is accompanied by regular group and individual meetings with the clinical staff. Acceptable hours may be applied to certification. 1 credit
SLP 6010Introduction to Speech Language Path. & Survey of Comm. Sci. Disorders3
This course is designed to introduce students to the breadth of the field of speech-language pathology (SLP) and communication disorders. All nine domains will be addressed throughout the semester (articulation, fluency, voice and resonance, language, cognition, hearing, swallowing, social communication, and communication modalities). Topics will include assessment/evaluation tools, treatment goals and modalities, and interprofessional practice. Students will also observe SLPs in practice in various settings. 3 credits 3 Credits
Students will be introduced to articulatory phonetics, the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and transcription of typical speech in American English and dialectical speech. Students will also begin learning atypical speech transcription. This course will also introduce reading spectrograms. 3 credits 3 Credits
This course will cover basic acoustics and psychoacoustics (including dB scale and spectral analysis) through the lens of speech and hearing science with a specific focus on the professional needs of Speech-Language Pathologists. Speech production, perception, and suprasegmental aspects will be addressed. Historical trends in speech and hearing science will be reviewed. Material from lectures will be supplemented using lab assignments. 3 credits 3 Credits
This course will introduce students to basic anatomy and physiology related to the auditory system. Normal and disordered hearing will be discussed. Students will develop facility with pure tone and speech audiometry, audiometric interpretation, acoustic immittance, and masking through virtual application of clinical tests. Students will be able to perform and interpret an audiogram. They will gain an understanding of and an appreciation for cultural issues and the needs of different populations from infancy to late adulthood, including the use of hearing aids. 3 credits 3 Credits
SLP 6020Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech and Hearing Mechanism2
An introduction to the anatomy (structure) and physiology (function) of the systems and processes involved in speech production, with a focus on the respiratory, phonatory, articulatory, resonatory, and nervous systems. This course will introduce students to the anatomy, physiology, and biomechanical basis of communication behaviors. Content will focus on basic concepts of neural communication, anatomy, physiology and the relevance of these processes in typical and disordered states. 2 credits 2 Credits
SLP 6021Virtual Application of the Speech and Hearing Mechanism2
This class supplements learning about anatomy and physiology for the speech, hearing and swallowing mechanisms through dedicated lab assignments, data collection, and data analysis. Students will gain competency in topics related to instrumentation, digital signal processing, and basic research methodology. This course will begin to prepare students for future research-related and evidence-based focused coursework - 2 credits 2 Credits
This course is about the acquisition of language including phonology, semantics, morphology, and syntax. This course will also address acquisition of pragmatics, the role of social factors such as gender and ethnic background in language acquisition, school-aged acquisition, literacy, and bilingualism. Receptive and expressive language will be discussed. 3 credits 3 Credits
This course provides students with a foundation of knowledge about the etiology and characteristics of language disorders, including expressive and receptive language, across the human lifespan. The impact of language disorders on academic and occupational performance, activities of daily living, and social interaction will be discussed. This course gives students the tools necessary to effectively screen and implement treatment plans with individuals diagnosed with language, reading, and writing delays or disorders. Topics addressed include theoretical frameworks for the treatment of childhood language disorders, etiology and characteristics of language/communication disorders, principles and methods and multicultural issues involved in screening and intervention, as well as current issues in the literature for language disorders. (Prerequisite courses SLP 6010, SLP 6020 & 6021, SLP 6030). 3 Credits
SLP 6040Articulation and Speech Sound Disorders3.00
This course includes a comprehensive overview of normal and disordered aspects of articulation and phonological development, including childhood apraxia of speech. Students will analyze and synthesize information related to theories on etiology, characteristics, cultural considerations, and evidence-based prevention, assessment, and treatment approaches. Students will demonstrate and apply their knowledge through the creation and critique of assessment and treatment plans for clients with speech sound disorders. 3 credits 3.00
This course includes a comprehensive overview of developmental and acquired speech sound delays and disorders. This course will include the theoretical basis of articulation and phonological development, motor speech disorders, and fluency disorders. Students will analyze and synthesize information related to theories on etiology, characteristics, cultural considerations, and evidence-based prevention, screening, and treatment approaches. Students will demonstrate and apply their knowledge regarding screening methods and the implementation of treatment plans for clients with speech disorders across the lifespan. (Prerequisite courses SLP 6010, SLP 6011, SLP 6012, SLP 6020 & 6021, SLP 6030). 3 Credits
This course will provide students with instruction in the application of knowledge acquired through didactic SLPA coursework for the foundations of clinical practice including documentation of services provided, privacy regulations (HIPAA, FERPA), ethics, legal, universal precautions, and professional practice issues. Students will implement the application of clinical skills through case studies, clinical simulations, and special projects. (Prerequisite courses SLP 6010, SLP 6011, SLP 6030, SLP 6020 & 6021, SLP 6012, SLP 6035, SLP 6045, SLP 6030). 3 Credits
This course provides students with a foundation of knowledge about the etiology and characteristics of typical language and language disorders in children during the periods of infancy, preschool age, and school age. The impact of language disorders on academic performance and social interaction in the classroom will be discussed. This course gives students the tools necessary to effectively identify, evaluate and treat children with language, reading and writing disorders. Topics addressed include theoretical frameworks for the assessment and treatment of childhood language disorders, etiology and characteristics of language/communication disorders, principles and methods of assessment and intervention, multicultural issues in assessment and intervention, and current issues in the early childhood language disorders research literature. 3.00
Theories, diagnosis, and approaches to treatment of modification of stuttering behavior is the purpose of this course. Therapeutic and management procedures for individuals who have stuttering will be addressed, including motor skills re-training and family involvement. 3 credits
SLP 6080Augmentative and Alternative Communication
This course will introduce Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) for individuals of all ages, presenting with a range of abilities, communication challenges, and areas of need. The course will cover many topics related to AAC with a focus on ways in which the individual, their communication partners and stakeholders, and their environments impact the AAC tools and strategies trialed, prescribed, and implemented, and the services rendered. The various topics will include use of no-tech, mid-tech, and high-tech AAC, including assessment processes and intervention techniques for toddlers, school-aged individuals, and adults are examined. 3 credits. 3.00
This course addresses professional issues relevant for graduate students preparing to transition into the work world as a speech-language pathologist. American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA) ethics and codes of conduct will be addressed in this course. Topics addressed include preparing for professional certification exams, applying for licensure/certification, ethical challenges in the workplace, continuing education responsibilities, job seeking/interviewing, and preparing documentation for graduation. Interpersonal and interdepartmental strategies will also be discussed. 3 credits
Students are assigned to field-based experience from a variety of clinical settings. Students may also be assigned to specialty clinics. Acceptable clinical hours may be applied to certification. 3 credits 3.00
Students are assigned to this field-based experience from a variety of clinical settings. Students may also be assigned to specialty clinics. Acceptable clinical hours may be applied to certification. 2 credits 2.00
Students are assigned to this field-based experience from a variety of clinical settings. Students may also be assigned to specialty clinics. Acceptable clinical hours may be applied to certification. 2 credits 2.00
Students are assigned to this field-based experience from a variety of clinical settings. Students may also be assigned to specialty clinics. Acceptable clinical hours may be applied to certification. 2 credits 2.00
Students are assigned to this field-based experience from a variety of clinical settings. Students may also be assigned to specialty clinics. Acceptable clinical hours may be applied to certification. 2 credits 2.00
Students are assigned to this field-based experience from a variety of clinical settings. Students may also be assigned to specialty clinics. Acceptable clinical hours may be applied to certification. 2 credits 2.00
Students are assigned to this field-based experience from a variety of clinical settings. Students may also be assigned to specialty clinics. Acceptable clinical hours may be applied to certification. 2 credits 2.00
Students are assigned to this field-based experience from a variety of clinical settings. Students may also be assigned to specialty clinics. Acceptable clinical hours may be applied to certification. 2 credits 2.00
Students are assigned to this field-based experience from a variety of clinical settings. Students may also be assigned to specialty clinics. Acceptable clinical hours may be applied to certification. 2 credits 2.00
Students are assigned to this field-based experience from a variety of clinical settings. Students may also be assigned to specialty clinics. Acceptable clinical hours may be applied to certification. 2 credits
This course will focus on pertinent research, interpretation of test results, and discussion of the implications of the diagnostic findings in a total rehabilitation process. Evaluating norm criterion referenced information for diagnostic, treatment, referral, and termination decisions will be discussed. This course will also go over typical evaluation processes of SLP and proper documentation technique, including how to write evaluation and therapy notes. Clinical report writing elements will analyzed while developing student clinical writing skills. 3 credits. 3.00
Students will participate in an off-campus clinical practicum assigned by the Program Director and Director of Clinical Education in consultation with the faculty. Acceptable and verified clinical hours will be applied toward ASHA SLPA certification. Students are required to receive 100 hours (80 hours of direct client contact, 20 hours of indirect client contact). (Prerequisite courses SLP 6010, SLP 6011, SLP 6030, SLP 6020 & 6021, SLP 6012, SLP 6035, SLP 6045, SLP 6030, SLP 6013, SLP 6055. 3 Credits
In this course students will examine the neuroanatomy and neurophysiological principles underlying motor speech disorders, in the context of speech production theory and neurological disease in which motor speech disorders are symptomatic. Students will identify contributing etiologies, compare assessments techniques, differentiate motor speech disorder diagnoses, and apply the evidenced based principles of rehabilitation to acquired motor speech disorders. This course aims to develop skill competencies necessary for preventing, assessing, diagnosing, and treating motor speech disorders.Students will have an opportunity to synchronously apply clinical theoretical concepts to real persons in real-time. 3 credits 3.00
This class focuses on developing knowledge and skills required to treat injured voice users competently. Both normal and disordered voices will be studied and analyzed, including discussion of treating individuals who use their voice as a profession (singers, actors, radio personalities). Voice resonance, respiration, and phonation will be addressed. Diagnosis and therapy for phonatory disorders in children and adults, along with multidisciplinary collaboration in voice rehabilitation will be discussed. 3 credits
Evidence-based practice in the diagnosis and remediation of speech, language or hearing disorders requires the application of research methods to answer clinical questions. This course includes an introduction to a range of experimental designs, statistical analyses, and measurement approaches in the fields of speech-language pathology and audiology. Quantitative and qualitative methods will be discussed. Contemporary journal articles will be evaluated for quality and used as examples for sufficiency of evidence in clinical decision-making. 3 credits 3.00
This course will provide basic information necessary to understand normal and abnormal swallowing and will impart the knowledge and skills needed to assess and treat patients with dysphagia. Topics include neuroanatomy and physiology of swallowing, clinical evaluation, instrumental evaluations (fluoroscopy and endoscopy), treatment, swallowing disorders in children and adults, and complications of dysphagia. Videofloursopic swallow studies will be utilized in order to enable the student to become proficient in identifying abnormal findings. 3 credits
This online course will present the fundamentals of audiologic rehabilitation and hearing-related speech-language pathology. Information will be presented on the theory, clinical practice and evidence-based research related to the diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss across the lifespan. Students will be presented with case studies and will develop treatment plans for children, adults and elderly persons who are deaf and hard-of-hearing. Resources on hearing loss will be provided throughout the course. A variety of instructional methods will be used to facilitate learning including lectures, cases studies, self-reflection essays, examinations, writing a research paper and reviewing webinars. 3 credits 3.00
Students will culminate their experience in the program by completing a Capstone Project This course will cover research methods that they will need to accomplish in order to answer a clinical question. The student will either choose or be given a topic of interest to investigate. Case Study scenarios may be used as well. 3 credits
Students who elect to enroll in a synthesis of work and study will enroll in this course. This course is the center of our university where we influx what we learn with how we work. Students will enroll in hours for clinical and internship placements related to speech-language pathology and will meet to discuss, infuse, and synthesize their work experience with didactic analysis in a scholarly format. This can be used for clinical work or research work for those on the research only tract. This is the course for those who will engage in the graduate certificate while they do their clinical fellowship. This course may be repeated. 1-15 credits.
