Aphasia and Adult Neurogenic Disorders

Catalog description

This course provides students with a sophisticated understanding of the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of acquired neurogenic language disorders of language and cognition. Aspects of counseling in the arena of communication disorders and multicultural perspectives in medical environments are infused throughout the course. Emphasis is placed on active problem solving approaches to clinical decision making, and component-skill analysis of diagnostic materials. Classes will be lecture and discussion-based, with supporting handouts and video material. The pre-requisites of SLP 601, 602, 603, 606, 608 and 620 are required or permission of Department Chair and Program Director.