SLPA 1511 - Introduction to Communication Disorders and Treatment

Credits: 3
Students are introduced to an overview of communication disorders, including classification, assessment and remediation of speech, language, literacy, swallowing and hearing disorders in children and adults. Students describe the role of the speech-language pathologist and audiologist in educational and medical settings and examines multicultural and multilingual diversity, developmental disabilities, augmentative and alternative communication, as well as collaboration with other professionals.

Prerequisite: Instructor Approval.