Introduction to Communication Sciences and Disorders

Program Overview

This asynchronous online course provides a comprehensive overview of the Speech-Language Pathology profession, covering various disorders and their management across the lifespan. Students engage in self-directed learning, assessments, and discussion boards, preparing them for the Praxis exam and licensure as Speech-Language Pathologists. The course meets ASHA standards and offers career opportunities in hospitals, schools, and other settings.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Typical language acquisition and childhood language impairments
• Articulation and Phonology
• Fluency Disorders
• Voice and Resonance Disorders
• Adult Language Impairments: Aphasia
• Traumatic and Acquired Brain Injury
• Motor Speech Disorders
• Disorders of Swallowing
• Augmentative and Alternative Communication
• Audiology and Hearing Impairment

Course Structure:

• Asynchronous format with no required meeting times
• Modules are usually 1 week in length
• Students can fit learning activities into their own schedules

Course Schedule:

• Self Directed Learning (3-4 hours per week): Reading textbooks, articles, watching mini-lectures, videos, and listening to podcasts
• Self-Assessments (2-3 hours per week): Mini quizzes and weekly module assessments
• Other Assignments (2-3 hours per week): Mastery assignments, case studies, and practice application assignments
• Discussion Boards (3-4 hours per week): Initial posting, reading posts, and responding to peer posts

Assessment:

Assessment Methods:

• Mini quizzes
• Weekly module assessments
• Mastery assignments
• Case studies
• Practice application assignments
• Discussion board participation

Assessment Criteria:

• Specific criteria for each assessment will likely be provided within the course materials.

Teaching:

Teaching Methods:

• Asynchronous online format
• Self-directed learning
• Mini-lectures
• Videos
• Podcasts
• Discussion boards

Faculty:

• Julia Haffer, MS, CCC-SLP
• The asynchronous format allows for flexibility and self-paced learning.

Careers:

Potential Career Paths:

• Speech-Language Pathologist
• Audiologist
• Special Education Teacher
• Early Intervention Specialist
• Research Scientist

Career Opportunities:

• Hospitals
• Schools
• Rehabilitation centers
• Private practice
• Research institutions

Career Outcomes:

• Graduates of the program will be prepared to take the Praxis exam and pursue licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Graduates will have the knowledge and skills to work in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.

Other:

• The course is offered online asynchronously.
• The course is 3 undergraduate credits.
• The cost of the course is $1,620.00.
• The course meets ASHA Knowledge & Skills Standards IV-C, IV-D, IV-E, IV-G, and V-C.
• The materials for the course include textbooks, articles, mini-lectures, videos, podcasts, and discussion boards.