Theories, methodologies, and procedures for special diagnostic testing; laboratory approaches. Prerequisites: COMM-DIS 311 and 313 or equivalents.

The study of theories of language and cognitive development as a framework for understanding and describing language behavior resulting from neurological, sensory, cognitive-intellectual and psycho-emotional deficits. Prerequisite: COMM-DIS 401 or equivalent.

Underlying neuropathology, theory, clinical characteristics, concomitant conditions, diagnostic measures, prognosis, treatment approaches, and evidence of treatment efficacy related to asphasia in adults. Prerequisite: COMM-DIS 580 or equivalent.

Fundamentals of neuroanatomy and neurophysiology for communicative functions including speech, language, and hearing. Neurological models are presented for differential diagnosis and localization of lesion. Prerequisite: COMM-DIS 211 or equivalent.

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Practical approaches to client management through clinical observation in speech/language pathology or audiology.

Introduces students to issues of clinical practice in speech-language pathology and audiology. Includes professional ethics, laws governing practice, techniques for differential diagnosis, clinical methods, psychometric test properties, methods for referral and objectives for rehabilitation and treatment goals. Prerequisites: completion of all other required COMM-DIS courses.