Topics In Communication Disorders This course focuses on select topics in

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communication disorders to increase students’ awareness and exposure to diverse communication disorders, specifically on Cleft Palate and Habilitation and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). The course will cover the effects of cleft palate on speech development with a focus on assessment and treatment of speech, resonance, velopharyngeal dysfunction, and feeding. It will focus on the the nature of AAC systems and strategies, as well as the issues related to the field of AAC with a focus on the assessment and intervention process. The pre-requisites of SLP 601, 602, 603, 604, 605, 606, 607, 608, 609, 620 and a passing score on Foundations Exam are required or permission of Department Chair and Program Director.