SPPA 521 Augmentative/Alternative Communication (2:2:0)
This course will address the issues surrounding the selection of augmentative/alternative communication for populations unable to communicate using speech due to motor, mental, or language disabilities. Various augmentative devices will be presented.

SPPA 534 Clinical Audiology (2:2:0)
This course is designed to familiarize graduate-level speech pathology students with pathological processes of the peripheral and central auditory systems and how these affect communication. Students will know how to interpret audiometric test data.
Prerequisite: SPPA231, Introduction to Audiology.

SPPA 535 Auditory Based Communication Disorders (3:3:0)
This course will address methods for educating children and adults with hearing losses and investigate current surgical and assistive intervention strategies. This will include a survey of hearing aids.
Prerequisites: SPPA 231 or 534.

SPPA 541 Phonological Disorders- Assessment and Intervention (3:3:0)
The course will focus on the practical application of phonological theory to techniques and procedures used for the assessment and intervention of speech disorders. It will include an analysis of the application of phonological theory to linguistic diversity.
Prerequisites: SPPA 241 and 231

SPPA 542 Language Disorders in Preschool (2:2:0)
This course will address the nature, etiology, and clinical management of language disorders in preschool children from birth through age 5 years.
Prerequisite: SPPA 101 or equivalent.

SPPA 543 Language Disorders in Adults (4:4:0)
This course will address the nature, etiology, and clinical management of adults with acquired language disorders, with primary emphasis on aphasia and related cognitive disorders.
Prerequisite: SPPA 101 or equivalent.

SPPA 544 Fluency Disorders (2:2:0)
This course is designed to provide a comprehensive analysis of the theories of fluency disorders, diagnostic procedures, and treatment strategies. Behaviors related to fluency disorders will be examined. Current research literature for the management of fluency disorders will be included.

SPPA 546 Voice Disorders (3:3:0)
This course will address the nature, etiology, and clinical management techniques for individuals who have voice disorders resulting from both hyperfunctional and organic etiologies. Alaryngeal communication also will be addressed.
Prerequisite: SPPA 214.

SPPA 550 Advanced Clinical Practicum (2:0:2-6)
This course is designed to provide supervised, advanced clinical practice in applying diagnostic procedures and intervention strategies to preschoolers through adults who have speech, language, and/or hearing disorders. Specific communication disorders may include phonology, articulation, fluency, voice, language, and hearing. Developing skills to work with diverse linguistic populations will also be emphasized. Clinical experience will be available at the University Speech and Hearing Clinic. Students must take this course at least twice for credit. If a student earns a grade of "C" or lower, this course must be repeated and a "B" or better earned. Anyone earning a second "C" will be dismissed from the program.
Prerequisite: SPPA 541

SPPA 560 Diagnostic Procedures in Speech-Language Pathology (1:1:0)
This course addresses the methods used for assessment procedures in speech and language pathology. The student will gain experience in testing, observation, decision making, and report writing.
Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in SPPA 561.

SPPA 561 Diagnostic Practicum (2:0:4)
This course allows the student to gain experience as a diagnostician. Each student will complete full assessment procedures on speech and language-impaired individuals.
Co-requisite course: SPPA 560, Diagnostic Procedures in Speech-Language Pathology.

SPPA 562 Dysphagia (3:3:0)
This course addresses the nature, etiology, and clinical management of dysphagia (swallowing disorders).

SPPA 563 Language Learning Disabilities in School Aged Children (2:2:0)
This course addresses the etiologies, characteristics, assessment, and intervention for language learning disabilities common in school-aged children, with particular emphasis on academic and cognitive aspects of language use in classroom contexts. Prerequisite: SPPA 214 or equivalent.

SPPA 564 Pediatric Dysphagia (2:2:0)
This course addresses the nature, etiology, and clinical management of swallowing disorders in pediatric clients.
Prerequisite: SPPA 562.

SPPA 569 Motor Speech Disorders (3:3:0)
This course addresses the nature, etiology, and clinical management of motor speech disorders, with primary emphasis on apraxia and the dysarthrias.

SPPA 572 Thesis (3:0:0)
This course will focus on the development of a thesis problem, the design of a research plan, collection and analysis of data, and writing of a formal thesis report.

SPPA 574 Orofacial Anomalies (2:2:0)
This course will target the nature of, and rehabilitative procedures for, congenital and acquired orofacial anomalies.
Prerequisite: SPPA 214 or equivalent.

SPPA 577 Independent Study (3:hours arranged) This course of study is designed to allow the student to pursue, in depth, a professional area of interest. The topic to be studied may be further research of an area covered in another class, or study of a new topic of interest to the student.

SPPA 580 Preschool Language Skills as Precursor to Literacy (2:2:0)
This course is designed to increase the knowledge base of Speech-Language Pathologists and other professionals who work with young children at risk for later literacy problems. The focus will be on the assessment and remediation of phonological and phonemic awareness skills in preschoolers.
Prerequisite: Undergraduate or graduate degree in related field.

SPPA 581 Communication Skills Related to Autism Spectrum Disorders (2:2:0)
This course is designed to provide a comprehensive analysis of various types of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) with special consideration given to communication needs and service delivery models. The roles and responsibilities of the speech-language pathologist will be examined.
Prerequisite: SPPA 121 and 241.

SPPA 582 Management of School Programs in Speech-Language Pathology (2:2:0)
This course will address topics involved in the management and development of speech-language programs in the schools. Procedures for enrolling students into programs, techniques for classroom intervention, and pull-out therapy will be studied. Various related topics will also be introduced. This course is required by individuals seeking professional certification in Teaching Speech-Language Impaired Students.
Prerequisites: PSED 161, 242; ELED 232; REED 315 or graduate equivalents. (This is a distance learning course).

SPPA 583 Caseload Management in Medical Speech-Language Pathology (2:2:0)
This course will examine caseload management, procedures, documentation requirements, and reimbursement principles inn acute care, acute rehabilitation, skilled nursing, outpatient, and home health medical settings. Requirements of accrediting organizations as well as regulations pertaining to state licensure regulations in the various settings will be discussed. Implications for the practicing speech-language pathologist will be reviewed in depth to include team building, ethical decision making, time management, family interaction, and interaction with medical and allied health personnel.

SPPA 584 Research Methods and Materials in Speech-Language Pathology (2:2:0)
The course addresses research methodologies and problem solving related to speech pathology and audiology and its literature with an emphasis on application.

SPPA 586 Advanced Clinical Externship (1-6 semester hours arranged)
This course is designed to provide supervised, advanced clinical practice at off-campus sites, in applying diagnostic procedures and intervention strategies to preschoolers through adults who have speech, language, and/or hearing disorders. Specific communication disorders may include phonology, articulation, fluency, voice, language, and hearing. Developing skills to work with diverse linguistic populations will also be emphasized. This course may be repeated for credit. No student may graduate with a "C" in this course. If a student earns a "C" or lower, this course may be repeated only one time to improve the grade. A grade of "B" or better must be earned in this course for a student to be approved for graduation.