SLHS 5915EI/Sch-Age Bilingual Service

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Prerequisite(s): SLHS 5310 AND SLHS 5320 with a grade "B-" or above Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): SLHS 5330 This course supports an advanced understanding of language and literacy development in bilingual children with communication disorders, particularly Spanish-English bilinguals in school settings. Students learn how to evaluate and diagnose communication disorders in bilingual children, design culturally- and linguistically-appropriate goals, and adapt existing intervention approaches to consider both bilingualism and language/literacy challenges. Students explore intervention principles and clinical practices when supporting bilingual clients and families in early intervention. Note: This course is required for our MS SLP concentration in bilingual service provision. Student must achieve a B- or better for this course to count towards their degree plan.