SPCHSCI 701 - Dysphagia for Speech Language Therapists (15 pts)π³
Assessment, analysis and intervention for children and adults with dysphagia. This is a fully online course for qualified Speech-language Therapists.
SPCHSCI (Speech Science)
Stage I
SPCHSCI 711 - Introduction to Communication in Children and Adults (15 pts)π³
Communication development and disorders. Normal communication development across the lifespan, in the context of total child development, of major changes in expectations such as school and literacy, and of variations such as cultural differences and multilingualism. Applications of these concepts in an introduction to the assessment and management of communication disorders in children and of acquired disorders in adults.
SPCHSCI 712 - Linguistics for Speech Language Therapy (15 pts)π³
The study of articulatory phonetics, phonemic transcription using the International Phonetic Alphabet, and the relationship between phonetics and phonology. Additional language analysis covering morphology, syntax, semantics and pragmatics.
SPCHSCI 713 - Anatomy and Physiology for Speech Language Therapy (15 pts)π³
Anatomy and physiology of speech, language and hearing, including the respiratory, phonatory, articulatory, auditory and peripheral and central nervous systems underlying spoken communication. Application of this knowledge is through manipulation of human models and supported computer laboratories.
SPCHSCI 714 - Speech Language Therapy Clinical Practicum 1 (15 pts)π³
Clinical observation under supervisor guidance in a variety of settings, establishing links between theory and practice. This course is supported by weekly tutorial sessions.
SPCHSCI 721 - Dysphagia - Level 9 (15 pts)π³
Assessment and management of dysphagia (adult and paediatrics). Critical evaluation and synthesis of knowledge are presented in a substantial individual report.
SPCHSCI 722 - Speech, Language and Communication Needs in Children (15 pts)π³
1 The nature of speech, language and communication needs in children is introduced by focusing on pre-verbal and very early communication, the development of speech, language and communication through preschool and primary school ages, and adolescence. Topics will include developmental language disorders and phonological disorders in children as well as contextual approaches to assessment and intervention, incorporating clinical decision-making, cultural and linguistic diversity and evidence-based practices.
SPCHSCI 723 - Communication Disorders in Adults (15 pts)π³
This course examines theoretical, research and clinical issues in the field of acquired neurogenic communication disorders. It builds on existing knowledge and presents the process of assessment, differential diagnosis, intervention procedures and treatment specifically designed for these conditions. Skills are developed in analysing client-specific approaches, therapeutic programmes and incorporating measures of efficacy into therapy plans.
SPCHSCI 724 - Speech Language Therapy Clinical Practicum 2 (15 pts)π³
Clinical observation and practice in a variety of settings, enabling students to work with clients under supervision. This course is supported by weekly tutorials.
SPCHSCI 733 - Audiology for Speech Language Therapy (15 pts)π³
Study of types of hearing impairment, pathologies of the hearing mechanism, tests and clinical procedures used in audiological evaluations and hearing instrumentation.
SPCHSCI 734 - Speech Language Therapy Clinical Practicum 3 - Level 9 (15 pts)π³
Clinical practice in a variety of settings with students taking responsibility for the assessment and management of cases with supervisor guidance. The management plan and decision-making process for the client and their family are outlined and the project outcomes after analysis are presented, in a substantial report. Weekly tutorials support the course.
SPCHSCI 736 - Topics in Communication Disorders in Adults - Level 9 (15 pts)π³
Advanced study of speech-language therapy (SLT) in adult populations including working with MΔori, bilingualism, progressive conditions, palliative care, lifelong disability and ageing effects on audition and language. It includes highly specialised theoretical and clinical approaches which underpin the content, with implications for SLT practice in the New Zealand context being the predominant focus. Involves an individual management plan for a client resulting in a substantial individual report.
SPCHSCI 743 - Speech, Language and Communication in Needs in (15 pts)π³
Children 2 - Level 9 Extends topics introduced in SPCHSCI 722 by focusing on advanced topics in speech, language and communication needs in children. This includes in-depth learning in speech sound disorders, oromotor difficulties, intellectual and/ or physical disability, autism spectrum disorder as well as language disorders in adolescents. Consolidating and extending knowledge of evidence-based practice in child speech and language will include critical evaluation and synthesis of terminology and concepts.
SPCHSCI 744 - Speech Language Therapy Clinical Practicum 4 - Level 9 (15 pts)π³
Clinical practice in a variety of settings with the student demonstrating independent practice and problem solving skills. Involves an individual e-portfolio which includes management session plans with clients as well as peer and supervisor feedback. Supervisory guidance will be given and the course will be supported by weekly tutorials.
SPCHSCI 746 - Voice and Fluency - Level 9 (15 pts)π³
Voice - study of the voice and the assessment and management of voice disorders (adult and paediatrics). Fluency - assessment and management of dysfluency disorders (adult and paediatrics). Critical evaluation and synthesis of knowledge are presented in substantial individual case reports.