466 Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences—Department of Speech-Language Pathology SLPD 8825—Technological Infrastructures of Telehealth The health industry’s technology has been rapidly evolving— with telehealth placed as an area of value and growth potential. Telehealth, which involves the use of any technology in providing clinical services, requires health professionals to develop strong skills in information systems and technologies. This course introduces aspects of technology management relevant to telehealth practices. Students will discover ways in which data is captured, transmitted, stored, and retrieved. Students will learn how to uphold information security and privacy through contemporary approaches in technology management. The course presents technical concepts from a leadership perspective; learners will be able to determine the types of skills used by technology experts in the management of telehealth services or programs. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to apply telehealth approaches across various areas of medicine and different healthcare organizations. (4 credits) SLPD 8830—Strategic Planning for Telehealth Programs and Services Telehealth services utilize health information technologies and systems to facilitate healthcare operations, clinical procedures, and the exchange of health information. Healthcare organizations have found it necessary to coordinate the rapid growth of telehealth/telemedicine services by building partnerships, exploring business ventures, and launching comprehensive programs. This course examines telehealth strategies and initiatives through case study analysis and class discussions. Students will practice hands-on management of telehealth technologies, systems, and operations. Throughout the course, students will engage in a comprehensive strategic planning process—honing professional communication, teamwork, and customer service skills. (4 credits) SLPD 8835—Telepresence Telehealth involves any technology mediated communication that facilitates health services, such as the exchange of information in coordinating patient care. Progress with telehealth development is progressing rapidly, and healthcare professionals who are tele practitioners require a skill set specific to the delivery of healthcare via technology. This course explores the delivery of healthcare via technology and examines the considerations necessary for telehealth encounters and delivery. The course focuses on telepresence and special considerations in the use of technology for healthcare delivery. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to apply concepts to telehealth encounters that promote positive patient encounters and outcomes when utilizing a telehealth platform for delivery of care. (4 credits) SLPD 8966—Applied Dissertation—Concept Paper The content of Applied Dissertation Service I—Concept Paper focuses on developing a preliminary literature review and formulating research questions. The committee chair and committee member roles are discussed. This service will culminate in the completion of the first corresponding benchmark: the concept paper. Credit for this seminar will be assigned following approval of the concept paper. (2 credits) SLPD 8967—Applied Dissertation—Proposal The content of Applied Dissertation Service II—Dissertation Proposal emphasizes the formulation and writing of the dissertation proposal and the process for Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval. Methodology and content for each of the proposal chapters are defined, including a thorough discussion of the role of the literature review to support or refute the dissertation topic. This service, focusing on scientific inquiry, will culminate in the completion of the second corresponding benchmark: the applied dissertation proposal. Credit for this seminar will be assigned following approval of the proposal. Prerequisite: SLPD 8966 (4 credits) SLPD 8968—Applied Dissertation—Final Report Applied Dissertation Service III involves data collection and implementation, the applied dissertation (i.e., final report), and the final approval process. Content and format issues, as well as recommendations for further research, are highlighted. Dissemination of the dissertation and possible outlets for publication are covered. This service will culminate in the completion of the third corresponding benchmark: the applied dissertation. Credits for this service will be assigned following approval of the applied dissertation. Prerequisite: SLPD 8967 (5 credits)
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