Note: The following Student Learning Outcomes span courses within the Department at the undergraduate and graduate level. These competencies are evaluated in associated coursework and stated in course syllabi. Competencies fulfill American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) standards for accredited programs.
The student will demonstrate knowledge of basic human communication and swallowing processes, including their biological, neurological, acoustic, psychological, developmental, and linguistic and cultural bases (Standard III-B), as follows:
Student describe or visually identify the anatomy & physiology of: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Speech & non-speech breathing | 261 |
| Phonation | 261 |
| Articulation & resonance | 261 |
| Hearing, including the outer, middle, and inner ear | 261 |
| Swallow, including oral & pharyngeal phases | 261 |
Student will describe, explain or identify: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
Major CNS & PNS structures and functions |
481B |
Signal transmission in the CNS and PNS |
481B |
Describe transmission of sound waves through air |
481B |
Functions of cranial nerves involved in speech, balance, hearing, & swallowing |
481B |
Information derived from major neuro-imaging techniques |
481B |
Auditory pathways & processes in the CNS |
481B |
Student will be able to: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
Explain source-filter model of speech production |
330 |
Describe acoustic cues for perception of speech sounds |
330 |
Describe transmission of sound waves through air |
330 |
Define parameters of sound waves (frequency, amplitude, phase, wavelength) |
330 |
Explain measurement of sound intensity using the dB scale |
330 |
Explain psychoacoustic properties of sound and related measurements |
330 |
Student will describe, explain, or identify: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Basic neurological functions related to attention, memory, & learning | 481B |
| Theories of learning & behavior | 329 |
| Varieties of learning and interaction styles across individuals, age groups, and cultures | 489 |
Student describes, explain or summarize: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Changes in speech across the lifespan | 329 |
| Changes in swallowing across the lifespan | 664 |
| Changes in hearing across the lifespan | 440 |
| Development of written & oral language from infancy through adolescence | 329 |
| Prominent theories of language acquisition | 329 |
| Stages & processes of cognitive development | 329 |
| Key features of bilingual/2nd language development | 329 |
Student will able to: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Transcribe normal speech using IPA (sentence length) | 271 |
| Define phonological rules & identify phonological processes in normal speech | 271 |
| Identify the major components of language | 329 |
| Perform basic morphological & syntactic analysis | 662 |
Student will be able to: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Differentiate between speech differences & disorders | 460/489 |
| Differentiate between language differences & disorders | 460/489 |
| Describe key cultural variables that influence communication. | 460/489 |
The student will:
Demonstrate knowledge of the nature of speech, language, hearing, and communication disorders and differences and swallowing disorders, including the etiologies, characteristics, anatomical/physiological, acoustic, psychological, developmental, and linguistic and cultural correlates (Standard III-C).
And
Possess knowledge of the principles and methods of prevention, assessment, and intervention for people with communication and swallowing disorders including consideration of anatomical/physiological, psychological, developmental, and linguistic and cultural correlates of the disorder (Standard III-D), as follows:
Student will be able to: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Select common standardized & non-standardized assessments to identify articulation and phonological disorders | 483 |
| Distinguish between articulation and phonological disorders | 456 |
| Design appropriate treatment plans for common articulation & phonological disorders | 669A |
| Identify characteristics of major dysarthria types, including apraxia of speech and developmental apraxia of speech | 666 |
| Select common standardized and non-standardized assessments to diagnose dysarthria and apraxia | 666 |
| Design appropriate treatment plans for clients with dysarthria and apraxia | 666 |
Student will able to: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Describe major theories of stuttering | 466 |
| Identify key characteristics of stuttering | 466 |
| Contrast stuttering and normal non-fluency in young children | 466 |
| Demonstrate knowledge of common fluency assessment procedures | 669F |
| Evaluate treatment approaches for child and adult stutterers | 666 |
Student will be able to: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Identify common voice and resonance disorders | 476 |
Perform low technology assessment of voice, |
476 |
Evaluate high technology assessment of |
664 |
Implement intervention for common voice |
669D |
Student will able to: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Describe common patterns and related factors | 481A |
| Select and interpret appropriate diagnostic procedures for common disorders | 662 |
| Implement appropriate treatment plans for common disorders | 669C |
Student will able to: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Describe symptoms and differentiate among aphasia, TBI, dementia, right hemisphere dysfunction, and normal aging | 481B |
| Select and interpret appropriate diagnostic procedures for common acquired disorders | 665 |
| Implement appropriate treatment plans for common acquired disorders | 669J |
Associated CD Course |
|
|---|---|
| Describe common disorders of outer, middle, and inner ear & auditory nervous system | 373 |
| Explain effect of severity and onset of hearing loss on speech & language skills | 440 |
| Perform screening assessment of hearing | 373 |
| Identify current amplification techniques and assistive devices for hearing loss | 440 |
| Explain current issues & scope of practice regarding central auditory processing disorders | 431 |
Student will be able to: |
Associated CD Course |
Identify oral, pharyngeal, & esophageal |
666 |
| Interpret major features in videofluorographic evaluation of swallow | 666 |
| Describe current high technology approaches to the assessment of swallow, including FEES | 666 |
| Evaluate appropriate intervention for common oral & pharyngeal swallow disorders | 666 |
| Evaluate current issues related to oral myofunctional treatment | 666 |
Student will be able to: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Describe relation of deficits in attention, memory, & higher cognitive skills to communication skills | 481B |
| Select appropriate diagnostic procedures to assess cognitive skills related to communication | 665 |
| Implement modifications of treatment approaches based on client’s cognitive abilities | 669J |
Student is able to: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Describe techniques to elicit and support appropriate behaviors in clinic, home, and school situations | 481A |
| Evaluate methods to facilitate social skills for communication and maximize communication opportunities | 481A |
| Implement appropriate social interaction guidelines for clients of diverse cultural backgrounds | 669L |
Student is able to: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Describe best communication modality and appropriate communication supports for children and adults in treatment settings | 472 |
| Describe methods of manual communication | 472 |
| Describe appropriate use of interpreters when dealing with Deaf clients and caregivers | 460 |
| Describe appropriate low & high technology AAC strategies for children and adults | 472 |
| Design low technology AAC devices to support treatment goals for children or adults | 472 |
Student will be able to: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Evaluate the purpose of the ASHA Code of Ethics and provide accurate interpretations for hypothetical situations | 696 |
Student is able to: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Independently access appropriate research literature | 696 |
| Critically evaluate research literature | 696 |
| Describe various techniques for measuring the effectiveness of manipulation of independent variables | 696 |
| Apply research literature to assessment and treatment practice across a variety of disorders & age groups | 696 |
| Apply appropriate measures of assessment and treatment effectiveness across a variety of disorders | 696 |
Student will: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Submit a portfolio containing current information on a wide range of professional issues, including policies, practices, & guidelines | Either 670 or 686A |
Student will: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Submit a portfolio containing relevant documentation for professional credentials (state, national, and specialty recognition) | Either 670 or 686A |
During CLINICAL PRACTICE, the student is able to: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Use language that is appropriate for the audience | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
| Use language that is accurate and provides concise information | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
| Communicate using spoken English consistent with ASHA’s position on nonstandard dialects and accents | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
| Use language at an equivalent standard when appropriate or when working with an interprete | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
| Attend and respond appropriately to oral language | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
During CLINICAL PRACTICE, the student is able to: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Use written language that is appropriate for the audience | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
| Use correct elements of written style | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
| Use accurate and concise written information | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
During CLINICAL PRACTICE, the student is able to: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Communicate effectively, recognizing the needs, values, preferred mode of communication and cultural/linguistic background of the client and relevant others | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
| Provide counseling regarding communication and swallowing disorders to clients and relevant others | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
During CLINICAL PRACTICE, the student is able to: |
Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Conduct screening and prevention procedures | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
| Collect case history information and integrates information from clients, relevant others and professionals | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
| Select and administer appropriate evaluation procedures | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
| Adapt evaluation procedures to meet the clients’ needs | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
| Interpret, integrate and synthesize all information to develop diagnosis and make appropriate intervention recommendations | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
Complete administrative and reporting functions necessary to support evaluations |
CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
| Recommend referral of clients as appropriate | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
| During CLINICAL PRACTICE, the student is able to: | Associated CD Course |
|---|---|
| Develop setting-appropriate intervention plans with measurable and achievable goals that meet the client’s needs | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
| Implement intervention plans, involving the client and relevant others in the intervention process. | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
| Measure and evaluate each clients’ performance and progress | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
| Modify intervention plans, strategies, materials or instruments as appropriate to meet the client’s needs | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
| Complete administrative and reporting functions necessary to support evaluations | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
| Recommend referral of clients as appropriate | CD669A-J AND CD686A or CD670 |
