Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences—Department of Speech-Language Pathology 463 Doctor of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP.D.) Course Descriptions SLPD 7000—Technology and Instrumentation in Communication Sciences This course provides candidates with the SLP.D. program’s orientation. This orientation includes an overview of the distinct areas related to doctoral studies: applied research, distance library, student services, and technology. In addition, this course presents advanced applications in the use of computer hardware and software in communication sciences and disorders. Doctoral candidates will receive hands-on experience in the use, application, and configuration of software for distance-learning technologies for management of clients and for business issues. (2 credits) SLPD 7030—Gerontology This course will provide students with an overview of gerontology. The older adult population often presents with complex, interacting issues. Thus, a holistic approach to patient care will be considered, encompassing biological, social, psychological, and cultural aspects related to aging. Analysis of day-to-day functioning of the aging patient will be covered. An emphasis will be placed on differentiation between normal aging processes and pathological changes related to speech pathology and communication disorders. Learning will take place via class lectures and discussions, experimental exercises, written case studies, student presentations, and panel discussions. Discussion of ethical issues related to aging will augment the learning process. (2 credits) SLPD 7040—Supervision The identification and analysis of the processes of supervision along the continuum of supervision from support personnel to peer will be examined. Topics will include planning and executing the supervisory conference, data collection procedures, and evaluation. The research in the field of supervision will be examined with an emphasis on practical application. The impact of cultural diversity on supervision will be addressed. (3 credits) SLPD 7041—Clinical Education and Teaching in Higher Education Fundamental principles of clinical education, teaching, and learning styles are covered, so that the practitioners can learn to be effective while supervising graduate students in clinical settings or teaching students in the online environment. This course is intended to develop the doctoral candidates’ consultation, supervision competencies, and teaching skills. (3 credits) SLPD 7060—Genetics This course will provide students with an overview of genetics. Doctoral candidates will be exposed to a general overview of genetics and investigate the spectrum of genetic syndromes common to clients with communication disorders. Doctoral candidates will study the embryologic development with an emphasis on normal and abnormal or interrupted development at various stages and outcomes. (2 credits) SLPD 7070—Pharmacology The goal of this course is to introduce the doctoral candidates to the advanced science and clinical pharmacology that impacts the practice of speech-language pathology. The clinical use and understanding of the pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and the potential positive and negative outcomes of medications will be emphasized. Lectures, videos, and hands-on learning activities will be explored during the course. Doctoral candidates will learn the general principles of drug action, particularly as related to communicative function. The classes of drugs used in clinical practice will be examined with emphasis on activity, mode of action, side effects, toxicity, and drug interactions. Case studies in the fields of speech-language pathology and audiology will be presented. (2 credits) SLPD 7075—Counseling The emphasis of this course is on counseling approaches for use with clients with communication disorders and/or their families. Doctoral candidates will explore theories of counseling with an emphasis on management of individuals with communication disorders and their families. Doctoral candidates will experiment with different approaches to interacting with clients and their families individually and in groups. The cultural impact on the counseling process will be addressed. Doctoral candidates will participate in roleplay situations for use with clients demonstrating a variety of audiologic and/or speech-language problems. (2 credits) SLPD 7080—Business Management Doctoral candidates will learn business management principles as they relate to the conduct of speech-language or related professional practice in a variety of settings. Legal and ethical issues in practice management will be covered. Doctoral candidates preparing for personal and professional development will assess the skills and behaviors of the leader of change agent in terms of their own potential for growth and future leadership positions. (2 credits) SLPD 7081—Leadership and Advocacy in SpeechLanguage Pathology Doctoral candidates will learn basic leadership principles as they relate to the conduct of speech-language or audiology practice in a variety of settings. Legal and ethical issues in practice leadership will be covered. Doctoral candidates preparing for personal and professional development assess the skills and behaviors of the leader or change agent in terms of their own potential for growth and future leadership positions. The course will critically analyze the differences between advocacy, leadership and management. (2 credits)
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