Online Bachelor of Science in Speech Language and Hearing Sciences Curriculum

An introduction to typical and disordered speech, language, and hearing in children and adults. Ethical standards for the practice of speech-language pathology, information regarding certification, specialty recognition, licensure and professional credentials in Speech-Language Pathology will be presented.

A study of Articulatory Phonetics of English including the classification system underlying the International Phonetic Association as it relates to the profession of speech-language pathology.

This course will cover the complexities of cultural and linguistic differences across speech and language development from infancy to early school-age years. This course will examine the theories and components of the language system (phonology, semantics, syntax, and pragmatics) as it relates to the profession of speech language pathology.

A study of the anatomical and physiological bases of human communication and swallowing, including the support structures of the respiratory, articulatory, phonatory, and swallowing systems, and the identification and function of muscles in these systems.

A study of the physical concepts related to sound and voice, the acoustics of voice production and sound, psychoacoustics, and theories of speech perception and production.

A study of basic anatomy and physiology of the human auditory system, fundamental hearing science, and methods and techniques of hearing measurement and interpretation for the assessment, diagnosis, evaluation, and rehabilitation of hearing disorders.

A study of the habilitation and rehabilitation techniques for individuals diagnosed with a hearing disorder. Specific areas of interest include hearing evaluation techniques, speech and language development for the hearing impaired, hearing aid amplification, cochlear implants, and central auditory processing. Prerequisite: CSD 301.

A study of evidence-based intervention approaches for instructional planning for children with communication disorders.

A study of disorders of language acquisition and usage in children and adolescents, with emphasis upon the nature, assessment, and treatment of such disorders. Prerequisite: CSD 202.

A study of the etiology, diagnosis, and therapeutic management of functional and organically based articulatory and phonological impairments. Prerequisite: CSD 201.

The purpose of this course is to provide the undergraduate student with an introduction to the human nervous system. This introductory course is designed for pre-health career students and is focused on pertinent neuroscience material including neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and disorders of the human nervous system. Emphasis is put on the relationship between structure and function, focusing on the basic neurological examination.  A key goal of this course is to provide students with introductory knowledge for engaging in basic clinical problem-solving, by applying neuroanatomical principles to case studies of neurological disorders.  Students will also be introduced to the cross-disciplinary nature of studying the human nervous system and will appreciate how neuroanatomical concepts are used in clinical practice across several disciplines.

A study of clinical procedures including goal writing, lesson planning, writing SOAP notes, report writing, progress monitoring, and ethical conduct. Legislative, regulatory, and reimbursement issues that affect the practice of speech-language pathology in educational and medical settings will be presented. Prerequisites: CSD 304, CSD 305, Speech Language and Hearing Sciences majors, or consent of the department chair.

A study of diagnostic methods for the disorders of speech and language. Professional topics such as the HIPAA policies and procedures, ethical standards and conduct, psychometrics, multi-cultural considerations, interviewing, and reporting will be discussed and practiced. Prerequisites: CSD 305, CSD 304, Speech Language and Hearing Sciences majors, or consent of the department chair.

A study of the foundations of neuroanatomy and neurophysiology relevant to speech, language, cognition and swallowing. Prerequisites: Speech Language and Hearing Sciences majors and minors, or consent of the department chair.

A study of basic theories and principles in the onset, development and maintenance of stuttering and voice disorders in children and adults. Principle factors in prevention, measurement, assessment and management of voice and fluency disorders. Prerequisites: Speech Language and Hearing Sciences majors and minors, or consent of the department chair.

Guided clinical observations of assessment and intervention of individuals who have communication disorders. In this course, students will increase their understanding of describing and summarizing behaviors relevant to the study of communication disorders. This course also provides the opportunity for observation hours as required by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Prerequisites: Speech Language and Hearing Sciences majors and minors, or consent of the department chair.

A supervised clinical experience in basic intervention procedures for children and/or adults. Discussion will focus on methods of addressing challenging behaviors, enhancing client motivation, and exploring the range of service delivery options for each clinical setting. Students will obtain supervised clinical experience.

A supervised clinical experience in basic intervention procedures for children and/or adults. Discussion will focus on methods of addressing challenging behaviors, enhancing client motivation, and exploring the range of service delivery options for each clinical setting. Students will obtain supervised clinical experience.

Cooperative education or internship experience. May be repeated to a combined total of 9 credit hours. Pass/Fail. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing in the College of Education and Health Sciences, 2.0 Bradley overall grade point average and EHS cumulative grade point average, consent of EHS Co-op and Internship coordinator and Co-op and Internship faculty advisor.