This course addresses swallowing problems occurring in the preparatory, oral, and pharyngeal stages of the swallow. Assessment and treatment are discussed. Permission required.

This course addresses language acquisition in school-age children, adolescents, and young adults, and provides an overview of current language assessment and intervention issues. Topics include neurotypical development relative to developmental language delays and disorders, in the context of empirical research, clinical decision-making, and professional issues. Current evidence-based practices related to assessment and intervention are critically reviewed. Designed for future speech-language pathologists but may be relevant to others with an interest in language development and disorders.

This course prepares speech-language pathology students to provide clinical services for individuals, across the age span, with hearing loss/auditory disorders. Acquisition of knowledge and skills within the speech-language pathology scope of practice including screening protocols, communication assessment, assistive technology, re/habilitation techniques and referral procedures will be provided. Interprofessional collaboration strategies and ethical considerations will also be addressed.

On-campus practicum provides graduate students with the opportunity to apply advanced theoretical knowledge in clinical setting with clients demonstrating speech, language, hearing, and/or swallowing disorders. Students acquire therapy and diagnostic experience under supervision. A minimum of 3 credits is required for the M.S. degree.