301319 (v.2) Clinical Science 370

Area:

School of Psychology

Credits:

100.0

Contact Hours:

16.0

Other:

1 x 60 Hours Yearly

Tutorial:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Clinical Practice:

1.5 x 6 Hours Weekly

Prerequisite(s):

2939 (v.9) Clinical Science 272 or any previous version

Syllabus:

Participation in a professional preparation program designed to meet the Speech Pathology Association of Australia entry level competency-based occupational standards. (Units 1-4).

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit the student will - Have developed professional skills and independence in the assessment and management of individuals with communication or swallowing impairments. Meet CBOS units 1-4 including the assessment and/orspace management of an adult client with an acquired communication disorder, fluency disorder or swallowing disorder and the assessment and/or management of a paediatric client with a developmental communication disorder, fluency disorder or swallowing disorder. Conduct independent research using Internet and CD ROM resources to access information that is relevant to solving clinical problems presented as cases and scenarios. Adhere to scientific principles and apply theoretical knowledge to solve clinical problems presented as cases and scenarios. Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with peers to solve clinical problems presented as cases and scenarios. Discuss, evaluate and apply theory and research in the diagnostic assessment, intervention and management of developmental and acquired stuttering disorders. Develop the skills needed to convey information about stuttering disorders to a diverse range of interested parties.

Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.

Unit References:

Onslow M. (1993), Behavioural Management of Stuttering. San Diego, London, Singular Publishing Group Inc. Groher M.E. (1997), Dysphagia: diagnosis and management (3rd ed.). Boston, Butterworth-Heinemann.

Unit Texts:

No prescribed texts.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

This is by pass/fail assessment. In order to pass this unit, students must attend all intensive sessions, pass all clinical placements and achieve a pass grade in each of the written assignments.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Full Year	Y