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Graduate Communicative Disorders

2018 Fall Term

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LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT & DISORDERS IN CHILDREN

COMDIS 555

This course provides an overview of oral language development and its relationship to the development of social skills, literacy and learning. Language characteristics of children with exceptional educational needs are described and strategies for improving their communication skills are discussed.

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INTRODUCTION TO CLINICAL PRACTICUM IN COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS

COMDIS 571

This course provides an introduction to the tasks and related competencies associated with clinical practice in speech-language pathology. Students will develop an understanding of treatment principles and clinical practice procedures, and gain an understanding of the responsibilities and professional issues associated with the practice of speech-language pathology across the lifespan. Students will obtain 25 guided observation hours.

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SPEECH AND LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT IN CHILDREN

COMDIS 580

In this course students will learn about the process and sequence of speech and language development in children from birth to school-age. Theories of language acquisition and the role of cognition, culture, context, and caregivers are discussed. Students will particpate in a community-based learning experience working with linguistically and culturally diverse preschool children.

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FLUENCY DISORDERS

COMDIS 585

This course provides for the study of the theories of the cause and onset of fluency disorders such as stuttering and cluttering. It further introduces basic clinical and experimental approaches to these disorders.

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PRACTICUM IN COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS

COMDIS 660

This course offers supervised practicum experiences: observation of communicative disorders, clinical work on-campus and/or off- campus, and supervision of practitioners or students. Client availability, student level of academic and clinical training, and supervisory expertise will influence student enrollment and section assignment. This course is repeatable for as many times as needed. Graduate students must enroll every semester.

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DISORDERS OF SPEECH PRODUCTION

COMDIS 677

A study of the development of normal articulation and phonology and of the etiologies, diagnosis, and treatment of articulation and phonological disorder, phonological disorder and developmental apraxia of speech.

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AUDIOMETRY

COMDIS 682

This course is designed to provide information regarding the disorders of hearing and how different auditory evaluation procedures of the auditory system aid in the identification of specific types of hearing disorders. Training in performing different audiological testing procedures is provided as well as the interpretation of auditory test results.

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INTRODUCTION TO GRADUATE STUDIES IN CSD

COMDIS 701

This course is designed to provide an introduction to graduate studies in communication sciences and disorders and professional practice. Students will be introduced to ASHA standards and competencies, processes/methods used in research, and application of research into evidence-based practices by engaging in critical analyses of research/cases studies, reflecting on clinical practices, and responding orally and in writing.

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LANGUAGE AND COGNITIVE DISORDERS IN ADULTS

COMDIS 722

This course provides advanced study of neuropathologies resulting in language and/or cognitive impairment. The focus of this course is adult aphasia and dementia within a framework of the neural changes associated with aging. Course content also surveys communication disorders associated with a variety of acquired and/or neuro-degenerative conditions. In-depth training of assessment and management techniques, clinical experiences and exposure to current literature are included.

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SWALLOWING AND DYSPHAGIA

COMDIS 730

Course includes an in-depth study of normal and disordered swallowing with a focus on the physiological bases of dysphagia. Current research is examined relevant to the prevention, diagnosis and management of swallowing disorders across the lifespan.

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SPEECH AND LANGUAGE DISORDERS IN YOUNG CHILDREN

COMDIS 764

This course reviews current theoretical and clinical issues concerning assessment and intervention of communication skills in young children. Recent research literature is reviewed and the application of research findings to clinical practice is discussed. Family-centered practice and strategies for supporting young children in inclusive environments is emphasized.

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PRACTICUM: FIELD EXTERNSHIP

COMDIS 793

Variable topics.

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INDIVIDUAL STUDIES

COMDIS 798

Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member.