SPAUD 381 - Speech Sound and Language Disorders across the Lifespan

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SP. Students learn about the nature, assessment and treatment of speech sound disorders and language disorders in children and adults. Students review the developmental, anatomical and physiological aspects of speech sound production, learn the causes of speech sound disorders, and differentiate the characteristics of developmental, sensory, motor and neurological speech sound disorders. Students will also learn about language disorders, including a basic understanding of pediatric and adult language differences, delays and disorders related to language-learning disabilities, attention-deficit disorders, aphasias, dementia, and traumatic brain injury. Prerequisites: SPAUD 210, SPAUD 216, SPAUD 217, SPAUD 218. Course is required for SPAUD BA program and highly recommended for the SPAUD BA-MA program.

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