Language Disorders in Children

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An examination of childhood language disorders, including autistic spectrum disorders, specific language impairment and language-learning disabilities. Contemporary approaches to assessment and intervention are explored from varied theoretical models, within context of evidence based clinical practice. The treatment of language disorders within a social communicative context is emphasized, with special reference to cultural and linguistic variations. The pre-requisites of SLP 601, 602, 603, 606, 608 and 620 are required or permission of Department Chair and Program Director.