96129 Integrated Practice in Speech Pathology
6cp; 2hrs per week (seminars)Requisite(s): 96123 Literature Review in Speech Pathology AND 96121 Stuttering AND 96125 Acquired Communication Disability in Adults AND 96126 Speech Pathology Clinical Practice 2
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Description
Students learn how to assess, analyse, and provide intervention for children and adults with multiple health conditions, and where multiple factors impact on clinical management. Students learn how to integrate and apply knowledge of each communication or swallowing disorder with knowledge of counselling, cultural competence, mental health considerations, socioeconomic factors, and personal factors. Students also learn how to translate speech pathology knowledge into clinical practice in a private practice setting, including design of services, legal and ethical compliance, risks and responsibilities, and business management. This subject prepares students for their entry to the profession of speech pathology.
Typical availability
Spring session, City campus
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