Sequence of Study
Normally students will follow the sequence of study outlined below for the course-based option.
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FIRST YEAR, FALL TERM
September-December
CSD 501: Clinical Research Methods
Investigation of strategies for demonstrating scientifically the impact of clinical intervention programs, both for accountability and for contributing to the knowledge base regarding effective treatment.
CSD 502: Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech Mechanism
Lectures and laboratories provide a systematic study of the gross anatomy, neuroanatomy, and physiology of the respiratory, phonatory, resonatory, and articulatory subsystems as related to speech production and swallowing.
CSD 507: Phonological Disorders
Study of the nature, assessment and remediation of speech sound disorders in children. Practical experience in assessment and remediation will be provided through video observation and laboratory experiences.
CSD 511: Child Language Development and Assessment
A study of principles and procedures in the assessment and identification of language disorders in children, informed by a review of typical language development. Focus on the nature and characteristics of language disorders and a comprehensive approach to assessment. Video examples and laboratory experiences provide practical exposure to observation, standardized tests, and language sampling.
CSD 530A: Introduction to Clinical Practice I - IP
An introduction to clinical practice and competencies in speech-language pathology from assessment to treatment planning. The focus will be on developing novice-level competencies. Opportunities for learning through observation and simulations. Theory, principles, and evidence for approaches to counseling in rehabilitation and application of techniques for interview and counseling.
INTD 503: Introduction to Interprofessional Practice - Elective
Application of interprofessional competencies within a specific health care context. Note: Course title is variable, course may be repeated for credit
INT D 710: Ethics and Academic Citizenship
This 6-hour Ethics and Academic Citizenship course provides foundational knowledge of ethical principles and relevant university policies, including academic integrity, plagiarism, introduction to research ethics, conflict of interest, and workplace ethics and self-care. Master's students who have already completed the INT D 710 Ethics and Academic Citizenship course and are pursuing a second master's degree are not required to repeat the course.
FIRST YEAR, WINTER TERM
January-April
CSD 505: Speech Science
Study of theoretical and applied aspects of acoustic phonetics, speech perception and speech production, including theory and application of methods (physiological, acoustic and perceptual) to record and analyze speech behaviors.
CSD 509: Motor Speech Disorders
Study of dysarthria and dyspraxia (congenital and acquired) including the nature of their underlying neuropathologies, metho