Master of Speech Language Pathology – MASPLAPA1000
Course MASPLAPA-01 Credit points for award: 96
On-campus: full-time, 4 semesters; part-time, 8 semesters
Full-time mode
Year 1 (first offered 2018)
Semester 1
CSCD5060 Language 1: Developmental Disorder
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 2-hr lecture/week, 1-hr tutorial/week Assumed knowledge: An understanding of basic linguistics including traditional grammatical analysis. Summer School Linguistics and Phonetics, or their equivalents. Assessment: case based child development quiz (10%), group assignment and individual reflection - child language assessment plan (40%), 1 x 2-hr case-based exam (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is a prerequisite for CSCD5067 Clinical Practice 2, CSCD5064 Language 2: Literacy and Language and CSCD50XX Functional Communication in Disability
This unit introduces students to spoken language disorders from birth to the end of preschool. The nature of child developmental language disorders together with principles and practices for assessment, diagnosis, management planning and treatment are covered for the following paediatric clinical populations: pre-linguistic infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
CSCD5061 Speech 1: Phonological Impairment
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 2-hr lecture/week, 1-hr tutorial/week Prohibitions: CSCD5020 Assumed knowledge: Phonemic transcription of Australian English; and, normal head and neck anatomy Assessment: case based phonological process quiz (20%), group assignment - managing a phonological disorder (40%), 1 x 2-hr case-based exam (40%) Practical field work: 1-hr every 3 weeks clinical observation Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is a prerequisite for CSCD5067 Clinical Practice 2
Speech 1: Phonological Impairment aims to provide students with the theoretical background to speech development and impairment in children. The nature of speech impairments in children; techniques for assessment, analysis and intervention are considered using a case based approach to learning.
Textbooks
McLeod, S. and Baker, E. (2017). Children's speech: An evidence-based approach to assessment and intervention. Boston, MA: Pearson Education
CSCD5062 Voice and Resonance Impairment
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 2-hr lecture/week, 1-hr tutorial/week Assumed knowledge: Normal head and neck anatomy, and neurology of the speech system including the nervous system and motor control Assessment: in-class listening test (20%), video and written assignment (40%), written assessment (40%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is a prerequisite for CSCD5067 Clinical Practice 2
This unit of study will enable students to describe, analyse and apply: i) the anatomical, physiological, aerodynamic, biomechanical, acoustic, physical and perceptual principles of vocal function; ii) principles and skills in the assessment and analysis of vocal function including basic principles of acoustic speech recording and analysis; iii) the nature of voice and resonance impairment; evaluation and management of individuals with a variety of voice and resonance impairment ; iv) different interventions to change resonance and v) voice techniques that facilitate vocal change
Textbooks
Arnold E. Aronson, Diane M. Bless (2009) Clinical Voice Disorders. NY, Thieme
CSCD5063 Clinical Practice 1
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x1-hr lecture/week (weeks 1-10), 1x1hr tutorial/week Corequisites: CSCD5060 and CSCD5061 Assumed knowledge: Demonstrated ability in analysing English grammar and transcription of Australian English (linguistics and phonology). Knowledge of the anatomy, physiology and physics of speech including knowledge of the anatomy of the head and neck and fundamental concepts of nervous system structure and function. Assessment: simulated parent interview (barrier task), observation worksheets (barrier task), assessment of school aged child and written report (barrier task), accelerate communication excellence module (barrier task) Practical field work: Speech pathology assessment of a child's communication. Simulated parent interview. Mode of delivery: Professional practice
Note: This unit is a prerequisite for CSCD5067 Clinical Practice 2. Students must hold a current CPR certificate and clinical compliance requirements before they can attending their school assessments. Students must have commenced all of the relevant pre-placement clinical compliance requirements prior to commencing this unit. See the Speech Pathology Clinical Education section of the Faculty Handbook. Students must advise the Course Director before commencing this unit, if they are a prohibited person under the NSW Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.
This unit provides an introduction to speech pathology clinical practice. Students will explore the range of practice areas for speech pathology and clinical practice through lectures, simulated clinical practice activities in tutorials and actual clinical activities. Students will also learn about the ethical and medico-legal requirements necessary to be a speech pathologist.
Textbooks
Stagnitti, K., Schoo, A., Welch, D. (2013) Clinical and Fieldwork Placement in the Health Professions. 2nd Edition. Oxford University Press. Australia.
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
CSCD5064 Language 2: Literacy and Language
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 2-hr lecture/week, 1-hr tutorial/week Prerequisites: CSCD5060 Assessment: case based child literacy quiz (10%), development of an 8-week school-based structured small group literacy and language program (40%), 1 x 2-hr case-based individual exam (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is a prerequisite for CSCD50XX Language 3 - Aphasia and Cognitive Impairment
This unit continues on from CSCD5060 Language 1 - Developmental Disorders and introduces students to spoken and written reading, learning and language impairments in school-aged children and adolescents. Students will learn the principles and practices for assessment, diagnosis, management planning and treatment of spoken and written reading, learning and language impairments for school-aged children (K-6) and adolescents (Grade 7-12) that occur as a result of a variety of aetiologies.
Textbooks
Paul, R. and Norbury, C. (2012). Language Disorders from Infancy through Adolescence (4th Edition): Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing, and Communicating. Mosby.
CSCD5065 Speech 2: Stuttering and Motor Speech
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 3-hrs/week engaged enquiry (wk 1 - 6); 2-hr lecture/week and 1-hr tutorial/week (wk 7 - 13) Prerequisites: CSCD5061 Assumed knowledge: Anatomy and neurology of the speech system including head, neck, nervous system and speech motor control Assessment: in-class practical assessment: adult treatment skills (0% entry level barrier task), in-class practical assessment: pre-school treatment skills (0% entry level barrier task), multiple choice case based exam (50%), 1 x 1.5-hr short answer case based exam (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is a pre-requisite for CSCD50XX Clinic Practice 3
This unit provides the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct clinical assessment and management for child and adult clients with speech motor and motor programming disorders such as stuttering, dysarthria and apraxia. Students will learn to describe, evaluate, conduct and justify interventions for these populations. A focus on case problem solving will be emphasised to achieve integration of theory and practical skills.
Textbooks
Onslow, M (2016). Stuttering and its treatment: Eleven lectures. Retrieved from http://sydney.edu.au/health-sciences/asrc/docs/eleven_lectures.pdf Duffy, J. (2012). Motor Speech Disorders. Substrates, Differential Diagnosis, and Management. (3rd Ed) Elsevier. St Louis: Missouri.
CSCD5066 Feeding and Swallowing Across the Lifespan
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 2-hr lecture/week, 1 x 1-hr tutorial/week Assumed knowledge: Anatomy and neurology of the speech system including head, neck, nervous system and speech motor control Assessment: Modified Barium Swallowing practical assessment task (0% Entry Level barrier task), simulated swallowing assessment and interview (50%), 1 x 1.5-hr short answer case based exam (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is a pre-requisite for CSCD50XX Clinic Practice 3
Students will acquire the knowledge and skills to conduct clinical assessment and intervention for feeding and swallowing impairments in children and adults. Students will learn to describe, evaluate and conduct and justify interventions for these populations. A focus on case problem solving will be emphasised to achieve integration of theory and practical skills. This unit of study prepares students to conduct appropriate and evidence based clinical assessment and management for these populations.
CSCD5067 Clinical Practice 2
Credit points: 6 Session: Intensive December,Intensive February,Intensive January,Intensive July,Intensive November,Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: block mode or weekly placement, on-campus depending on availability Prerequisites: CSCD5060, CSCD5061, CSCD5062, CSCD5063 Corequisites: CSCD5065, CSCD5064, CSCD5066 Assumed knowledge: Demonstrated ability in analysing English grammar and transcription of Australian English (linguistics and phonology). Knowledge of the anatomy, physiology and physics of speech including knowledge of the anatomy of the head and neck and fundamental concepts of nervous system structure and function. Assessment: clinical competency assessment (barrier task), orientation attendance (barrier task), interprofessional assessment (barrier task), case based viva (barrier task), client spreadsheet and portfolio (barrier task) Mode of delivery: Professional practice
Note: This unit is a perquisite for CSCD50XX Clinic Practice 3 Students must hold the following prior to enrolling in this unit of study. 1. A current CPR certificate 2. A current certificate following a National Police Check 3. Be fully verified by NSW Health compliance checking and produce supporting documentation as required on placement as per http://sydney.edu.au/current_students/enrolment/course_check.shtml 4. Comply with the current Working with Children requirements Student attendance at clinic orientation prior to the placement commencing is also compulsory. See the Speech Pathology Clinical Education section of the Faculty Handbook. Students must advise the Course Director, before commencing this unit, if they are a prohibited person under the NSW Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.
Clinical placement to develop clinical competencies related to client assessment and management, communication skills, report writing, case management and professional development. Students manage a client caseload and participate in a variety of clinical management and service activities within the on-campus clinic. All students participate in supervisory conferences with their clinical educators and peers. Students are expected to demonstrate competency in professional communication skills, teamwork and effective time management, as well as overall client management. Students will be mentored by final year students for part of the semester.
Textbooks
There are no textbooks for this unit. Students must refer to the following documents: 1. COMPASS Competency Assessment in Speech Pathology: Assessment Resource Manual (2013) 2. Competency Based Occupational Standards (CBOS) for Speech Pathologists: Entry Level (2011) 3. Academic lecture materials relevant to the caseload(s)
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Year 2 (last offered 2018)
Semester 1
CSCD5028 Specialist Studies 3
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Alison Purcell Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x2-hr lecture/week, weeks 1 to 10, 1x1hr tutorial/week, weeks 1 to 10 Assumed knowledge: CSCD5021 and CSCD5023 and CSCD5024 Assessment: Speech Pathology practice plan assignment (50%) and case study assignment (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is a prerequisite for CSCD5032, CSCD5033, CSCD5053, CSCD5054
In this unit students will learn about the different varieties of hearing loss and craniofacial abnormalities. Students will understand the impact of these disorders on communication and learn how to investigate and manage these types of communication impairments. The impact of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds for speech pathologists and their clients will also be explored.
Textbooks
Kummer, A. W. (2014) Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Anomalies: Effects on Speech and Resonance. San Diego, NY. Cenage Learning. Welling, D. and Ukstins, C. (2015) Fundementals of Audiology for the Speech-Langauge Pathologist. Burlington, MA. Jones and Bartlett Learning.
CSCD5029 Neurogenics 2
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Emma Power Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x2-hr lecture/week, weeks 1-10, 2x1-hr case discussion/demonstration/week, weeks 1-10 Assumed knowledge: CSCD5023 Assessment: assignment (50%), final exam (50% barrier task) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit of study is a prerequisite for CSCD5032, CSCD5033, CSCD5053 and CSCD5054
In this subject, students will learn about acquired neurogenic language disorders with a focus on (i) language deficits that occur following stroke and in progressive language conditions and (II) cognitive-communication deficits that occur following Traumatic Brain Injury. Students will identify and explain the nature of acquired neurogenic language impairments using current theoretical perspectives and develop wholistic, client centred and evidenced-based approaches to assessment and management of these impairments.
CSCD5030 Professional Development 2
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Maree Doble (Session 1) and Ms Kate Short (Session 2) Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1x2-hr lecture/week, weeks 1-10 Prerequisites: CSCD5026 Assessment: case study response (50%), project report (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is a prerequisite for CSCD5053 and CSCD5054
Advanced issues in speech pathology practice including ethics, management of clients and services, government political and legal influences, professional self regulation and recruitment. This unit of study prepares students for evidence based practice research and completion of their Quality Improvement assignment in CSCD5033 Applied Clinical Research.
CSCD5031 Clinical Practice 2
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Ms Robyn Johnson Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Clinical placement block mode or weekly for 2x16 day off-campus placements depending on availability. Days of attendance at the placement site are organised by the university. Students are expected to undertake all components of this unit of study to their completion and in their entirety. Students are supported with information in off-campus orientation/briefing sessions (barrier) during the semester prior to their attendance at their placements. This is supplemented with an off-campus handbook which is available on the speech pathology professional placement elearning site. Students are also required to participate in scheduled orientation activities at the placement site. Prerequisites: CSCD5023 and CSCD5024 and CSCD5025 and CSCD5026 and CSCD5027 Assessment: Clinical competency assessment at mid and end semester for each placement (100%); 0% barrier tasks - attend all orientation sessions and clinical meetings; and completion of other paperwork requirements. Mode of delivery: Professional practice
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Note: This unit is a prerequisite for CSCD5032, CSCD5033, CSCD5053 and CSCD5054. Failure to achieve a pass grade in the first scheduled 16 day placement will result in students being withdrawn from their second 16 day placement. Students must hold a current CPR certificate before they can enrol in this unit. Students must maintain the currency of their clinical compliance paperwork for the duration of the course. See the Speech Pathology Clinical Education section of the Faculty Handbook. Students must advise the Course Director, before commencing this unit, if they are a prohibited person under the NSW Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012. Clinical placements are scheduled from January - December and hence may commence prior to the official start of semester and/or may extend beyond week 16.
Students attend external speech pathology clinics to consolidate their client skills in areas required for competency as an intermediate level speech pathology student.
Textbooks
There are no textbooks for this unit. You need to refer to the following documents: COMPASS Competency Assessment in Speech Pathology: Assessment Resource Manual (2013) Competency Based Occupational Standards (CBOS) for Speech Pathologists: Entry Level (2011) Off-campus Placement Handbook (available on the Learning Management System (LMS) Academic lecture materials relevant to the caseload(s)
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
CSCD5032 Research Led Practice
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Andy Smidt Session: Semester 2a Classes: Online (Week -1 to 8) Prerequisites: CSCD5022 and CSCD5023 and CSCD5025 and CSCD5028 and CSCD5029 and CSCD5031 Assessment: Clinical question with peer critique (10%), one critically appraised paper(20%), peer review of paper (10%), one critically appraised topic (40%), management plan (20%) and elearning participation (0% barrier task) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day, Online
This unit will provide the opportunity for students to apply the skills needed for critical evaluation of literature pertinent to speech pathology practice and the principles underlying evidence-based practice. Students will focus on specific areas of specialised practice. These areas will be chosen to strengthen the student's professional portfolio demonstrating competencies in all required areas.
Textbooks
Smidt, A. (2017) Workbook for Research Led Practice available for purchase from the University
CSCD5033 Applied Clinical Research
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Maree Doble Session: Semester 1a,Semester 1b,Semester 2b Classes: 1x2-hr compulsory tutorial per semester and online learning Prerequisites: CSCD5022 and CSCD5023 and CSCD5025 and CSCD5028 and CSCD5029 and CSCD5031 Assessment: project outline (40%) and written project report (60%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day, Online
Students engage in an in-depth study of a clinical issue or model and investigate its application and impact on research, practice, education, services and other relevant areas. This unit of study will include a quality improvement (QI) project.
CSCD5053 Clinical Practice 3 - Paediatric
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Ms Robyn Johnson Session: Semester 1a,Semester 1b,Semester 2a,Semester 2b Classes: Clinical Placement block Monday-Friday with on site attendance minimum 3days/week for 8 weeks or equivalent. Additional orientation sessions and debriefing attendance is also required. Prerequisites: CSCD5027 and CSCD5028 and CSCD5029 and CSCD5030 and CSCD5031 Assessment: Clinical competency assessment (100%); 0% barrier tasks - attend clinic orientation and all clinical meetings; portfolio; clinical viva and complete all required clinical paperwork Mode of delivery: Professional practice
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Note: This unit of study is typically completed with concurrent enrolment with CSCD5054. Failure to achieve a pass grade in the first scheduled block may result in students being withdrawn from their second block placement. Students must hold a current CPR certificate before they can commence in this unit. Students must maintain the currency of their clinical compliance paperwork for the duration of the course. See the Speech Pathology Clinical Education section of the Faculty Handbook. Students must advise the Course Director, before commencing this unit, if they are a prohibited person under the NSW Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012. Clinical placements are scheduled from January-December and hence may commence prior to the official start of semester and/or may extend beyond week 16.
Students attend a speech pathology clinical placement to consolidate their skills with paediatric clients in areas required for competency as an entry-level practitioner in speech pathology.
Textbooks
There are no textbooks for this unit. You need to refer to the following documents: COMPASS Competency Assessment in Speech Pathology: Assessment Resource Manual (2013) Competency Based Occupational Standards (CBOS) for Speech Pathologists: Entry Level (2011) Off-Campus Placement Handbook (available on the Learning Management System (LMS)) Academic lecture materials relevant to the caseload(s)
CSCD5054 Clinical Practice 3 - Adult
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Ms Robyn Johnson Session: Semester 1a,Semester 1b,Semester 2a,Semester 2b Classes: Clinical Placement block Monday-Friday with on site attendance minimum 3-days per week for 8 weeks or equivalent. Additional orientation sessions and debriefing attendance is also required. Prerequisites: CSCD5027 and CSCD5028 and CSCD5029 and CSCD5030 and CSCD5031 Assessment: Clinical competency assessment (100%); 0% barrier tasks portfolio; clinical viva and complete all required clinical paperwork Mode of delivery: Professional practice
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Note: This unit of study is typically completed with concurrent enrolment with CSCD5053. Failure to achieve a pass grade in the first scheduled block may result in students being withdrawn from their second block placement. Students must hold a current CPR certificate before they can commence in this unit. Students must maintain the currency of their clinical compliance paperwork for the duration of the course. See the Speech Pathology Clinical Education section of the Faculty Handbook. Students must advise the Course Director, before commencing this unit, if they are a prohibited person under the NSW Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012. Clinical placements are scheduled from January-December and hence may commence prior to the official start of semester and/or may extend beyond week 16
Students attend a speech pathology clinical placement to consolidate their skills with adult clients in areas required for competency as an entry-level practitioner in speech pathology.
Textbooks
There are no textbooks for this unit. You need to refer to the following documents: COMPASS Competency Assessment in Speech Pathology: Assessment Resource Manual (2013) Competency Based Occupational Standards (CBOS) for Speech Pathologists: Entry Level (2011) Academic lecture materials relevant to the caseload(s) Off campus Placement Handbook (available on eLearning)
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Part-time mode
Year 1 (first offered 2018)
Semester 1
CSCD5060 Language 1: Developmental Disorder
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 2-hr lecture/week, 1-hr tutorial/week Assumed knowledge: An understanding of basic linguistics including traditional grammatical analysis. Summer School Linguistics and Phonetics, or their equivalents. Assessment: case based child development quiz (10%), group assignment and individual reflection - child language assessment plan (40%), 1 x 2-hr case-based exam (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is a prerequisite for CSCD5067 Clinical Practice 2, CSCD5064 Language 2: Literacy and Language and CSCD50XX Functional Communication in Disability
This unit introduces students to spoken language disorders from birth to the end of preschool. The nature of child developmental language disorders together with principles and practices for assessment, diagnosis, management planning and treatment are covered for the following paediatric clinical populations: pre-linguistic infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
CSCD5062 Voice and Resonance Impairment
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 2-hr lecture/week, 1-hr tutorial/week Assumed knowledge: Normal head and neck anatomy, and neurology of the speech system including the nervous system and motor control Assessment: in-class listening test (20%), video and written assignment (40%), written assessment (40%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is a prerequisite for CSCD5067 Clinical Practice 2
This unit of study will enable students to describe, analyse and apply: i) the anatomical, physiological, aerodynamic, biomechanical, acoustic, physical and perceptual principles of vocal function; ii) principles and skills in the assessment and analysis of vocal function including basic principles of acoustic speech recording and analysis; iii) the nature of voice and resonance impairment; evaluation and management of individuals with a variety of voice and resonance impairment ; iv) different interventions to change resonance and v) voice techniques that facilitate vocal change
Textbooks
Arnold E. Aronson, Diane M. Bless (2009) Clinical Voice Disorders. NY, Thieme
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 12 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
CSCD5064 Language 2: Literacy and Language
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 2-hr lecture/week, 1-hr tutorial/week Prerequisites: CSCD5060 Assessment: case based child literacy quiz (10%), development of an 8-week school-based structured small group literacy and language program (40%), 1 x 2-hr case-based individual exam (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is a prerequisite for CSCD50XX Language 3 - Aphasia and Cognitive Impairment
This unit continues on from CSCD5060 Language 1 - Developmental Disorders and introduces students to spoken and written reading, learning and language impairments in school-aged children and adolescents. Students will learn the principles and practices for assessment, diagnosis, management planning and treatment of spoken and written reading, learning and language impairments for school-aged children (K-6) and adolescents (Grade 7-12) that occur as a result of a variety of aetiologies.
Textbooks
Paul, R. and Norbury, C. (2012). Language Disorders from Infancy through Adolescence (4th Edition): Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing, and Communicating. Mosby.
CSCD5066 Feeding and Swallowing Across the Lifespan
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 2-hr lecture/week, 1 x 1-hr tutorial/week Assumed knowledge: Anatomy and neurology of the speech system including head, neck, nervous system and speech motor control Assessment: Modified Barium Swallowing practical assessment task (0% Entry Level barrier task), simulated swallowing assessment and interview (50%), 1 x 1.5-hr short answer case based exam (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is a pre-requisite for CSCD50XX Clinic Practice 3
Students will acquire the knowledge and skills to conduct clinical assessment and intervention for feeding and swallowing impairments in children and adults. Students will learn to describe, evaluate and conduct and justify interventions for these populations. A focus on case problem solving will be emphasised to achieve integration of theory and practical skills. This unit of study prepares students to conduct appropriate and evidence based clinical assessment and management for these populations.
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 12 CREDIT POINTS
Year 2 (last offered 2018)
Semester 1
CSCD5020 Articulation and Phonology
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Tricia McCabe Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x2hr lecture/week, 1x1hr observation of treatment/week, 1x1hr tutorial/ week, audiometry practical classes Assessment: phonological processes quiz - (20% barrier task) and group case assignment 10 pages (40%) and case exam (40%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit of study is a prerequisite for CSCD5027
Students will acquire an understanding of normal aspects of articulation and phonological development, the nature of phonological and articulatory impairments in children and techniques for assessment, analysis, diagnosis and intervention including audiological aspects of speech production and perception.
Textbooks
Rvachew, S. and Brosseau-Lapré, F. (2012) Developmental Phonological Disorders: Foundations of Clinical Practice. Plural Publishing, San Diego
CSCD5022 Specialist Studies 1
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Mark Onslow Session: Semester 1 Classes: 2x2-hr lectures/week, 1x1-hr tutorials/week Assessment: Two barrier tasks (0%), 2x1-hr Case-based MCQ exams (25% and 25%), in-class assessment (25%), case-based viva (25%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is a prerequisite for CSCD5027 and CSCD5032 and CSCD5033
This unit examines assessment, diagnosis and management of specialist populations, including stuttering and clients with complex communication needs.
Textbooks
Onslow, M. (2016). Stuttering and its management: Eleven lectures. Retrieved from http://sydney.edu.au/health-sciences/asrc/downloads/index.shtml.; Smidt, A. (2017) Workbook in Lifelong Disability and AAC. Available for purchase from the University
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 12 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
CSCD5023 Swallowing and Neurogenics 1
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Hans Bogaardt Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x3-hr lecture/week, 1x1-hr tutorial/week, independent study of modified barium swallow video rating approximately 3 to 4 hrs per semester Prerequisites: CSCD5018 Assessment: 1 hr case-based mid semester exam (40%), MBS exam (barrier task) (0%) and 2 hr case based final exam (60%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit of study is a prerequisite for CSCD5031 and CSCD5032 and CSCD5033
Students will acquire the knowledge and skills to conduct clinical assessment and management for clients with speech motor and motor programming disorders such as dysarthria and apraxia as well as assessment and management of feeding and swallowing impairments in adults and children. Students will learn to describe, evaluate and conduct and justify interventions for these populations. A focus on case problem solving will be emphasised to achieve integration of theory and practical skills. This unit of study prepares students to conduct appropriate and evidence based clinical assessment and management for these populations.
Textbooks
Duffy, Joseph R. (2013). Motor speech disorders: substrates, differential diagnosis, and management (3rd ed) Mosby; London
CSCD5027 Clinical Practice 1
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Ms Amy Lovat Session: Intensive December,Intensive February,Intensive January,Intensive July,Intensive November,Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Block mode or weekly placement, on-campus depending on availability Prerequisites: CSCD5019 and CSCD5020 and CSCD5021 and CSCD5022 Assessment: clinical competency assessment (100%), orientation (0% barrier task), required paperwork (0% barrier task), case based viva (0% barrier task), completion of specified interprofessional activity (0% barrier task), TAM Duty (0% barrier task) and portfolio spreadsheet of clients (0% barrier task) Mode of delivery: Professional practice
Note: This unit is a prerequisite for CSCD5031 CSCD5053, CSCD5054 Students must hold a current CPR certificate before they can enrol in this unit. Attendance at clinic orientation is compulsory. Clinical placements are scheduled from January - December and hence may commence prior to the official start of semester and/or may extend beyond week 16 depending on availability. Students must have completed all of the relevant pre-placement clinical compliance requirements prior to commencing this unit. See the Speech Pathology Clinical Education section of the Faculty Handbook. Students must advise the Course Director, before commencing this unit, if they are a prohibited person under the NSW Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.
Clinical placement to develop clinical competencies related to client assessment and management, communication skills, report writing, case management and professional development.
Textbooks
There are no textbooks for this unit. You need to refer to the following documents: COMPASS Competency Assessment in Speech Pathology: Assessment Resource Manual (2013) Competency Based Occupational Standards (CBOS) for Speech Pathologists: Entry Level (2011), CDTRC Clinic Handbook (available on eLearning) Academic lecture materials relevant to the caseload(s)
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 12 CREDIT POINTS
Year 3 (last offered 2018)
Semester 1
CSCD5028 Specialist Studies 3
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Alison Purcell Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x2-hr lecture/week, weeks 1 to 10, 1x1hr tutorial/week, weeks 1 to 10 Assumed knowledge: CSCD5021 and CSCD5023 and CSCD5024 Assessment: Speech Pathology practice plan assignment (50%) and case study assignment (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is a prerequisite for CSCD5032, CSCD5033, CSCD5053, CSCD5054
In this unit students will learn about the different varieties of hearing loss and craniofacial abnormalities. Students will understand the impact of these disorders on communication and learn how to investigate and manage these types of communication impairments. The impact of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds for speech pathologists and their clients will also be explored.
Textbooks
Kummer, A. W. (2014) Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Anomalies: Effects on Speech and Resonance. San Diego, NY. Cenage Learning. Welling, D. and Ukstins, C. (2015) Fundementals of Audiology for the Speech-Langauge Pathologist. Burlington, MA. Jones and Bartlett Learning.
CSCD5029 Neurogenics 2
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Emma Power Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x2-hr lecture/week, weeks 1-10, 2x1-hr case discussion/demonstration/week, weeks 1-10 Assumed knowledge: CSCD5023 Assessment: assignment (50%), final exam (50% barrier task) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit of study is a prerequisite for CSCD5032, CSCD5033, CSCD5053 and CSCD5054
In this subject, students will learn about acquired neurogenic language disorders with a focus on (i) language deficits that occur following stroke and in progressive language conditions and (II) cognitive-communication deficits that occur following Traumatic Brain Injury. Students will identify and explain the nature of acquired neurogenic language impairments using current theoretical perspectives and develop wholistic, client centred and evidenced-based approaches to assessment and management of these impairments.
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 12 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
CSCD5030 Professional Development 2
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Maree Doble (Session 1) and Ms Kate Short (Session 2) Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 1x2-hr lecture/week, weeks 1-10 Prerequisites: CSCD5026 Assessment: case study response (50%), project report (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is a prerequisite for CSCD5053 and CSCD5054
Advanced issues in speech pathology practice including ethics, management of clients and services, government political and legal influences, professional self regulation and recruitment. This unit of study prepares students for evidence based practice research and completion of their Quality Improvement assignment in CSCD5033 Applied Clinical Research.
CSCD5031 Clinical Practice 2
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Ms Robyn Johnson Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Clinical placement block mode or weekly for 2x16 day off-campus placements depending on availability. Days of attendance at the placement site are organised by the university. Students are expected to undertake all components of this unit of study to their completion and in their entirety. Students are supported with information in off-campus orientation/briefing sessions (barrier) during the semester prior to their attendance at their placements. This is supplemented with an off-campus handbook which is available on the speech pathology professional placement elearning site. Students are also required to participate in scheduled orientation activities at the placement site. Prerequisites: CSCD5023 and CSCD5024 and CSCD5025 and CSCD5026 and CSCD5027 Assessment: Clinical competency assessment at mid and end semester for each placement (100%); 0% barrier tasks - attend all orientation sessions and clinical meetings; and completion of other paperwork requirements. Mode of delivery: Professional practice
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Note: This unit is a prerequisite for CSCD5032, CSCD5033, CSCD5053 and CSCD5054. Failure to achieve a pass grade in the first scheduled 16 day placement will result in students being withdrawn from their second 16 day placement. Students must hold a current CPR certificate before they can enrol in this unit. Students must maintain the currency of their clinical compliance paperwork for the duration of the course. See the Speech Pathology Clinical Education section of the Faculty Handbook. Students must advise the Course Director, before commencing this unit, if they are a prohibited person under the NSW Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012. Clinical placements are scheduled from January - December and hence may commence prior to the official start of semester and/or may extend beyond week 16.
Students attend external speech pathology clinics to consolidate their client skills in areas required for competency as an intermediate level speech pathology student.
Textbooks
There are no textbooks for this unit. You need to refer to the following documents: COMPASS Competency Assessment in Speech Pathology: Assessment Resource Manual (2013) Competency Based Occupational Standards (CBOS) for Speech Pathologists: Entry Level (2011) Off-campus Placement Handbook (available on the Learning Management System (LMS) Academic lecture materials relevant to the caseload(s)
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 12 CREDIT POINTS
Year 4 (last offered 2018)
Semester 1
CSCD5033 Applied Clinical Research
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Maree Doble Session: Semester 1a,Semester 1b,Semester 2b Classes: 1x2-hr compulsory tutorial per semester and online learning Prerequisites: CSCD5022 and CSCD5023 and CSCD5025 and CSCD5028 and CSCD5029 and CSCD5031 Assessment: project outline (40%) and written project report (60%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day, Online
Students engage in an in-depth study of a clinical issue or model and investigate its application and impact on research, practice, education, services and other relevant areas. This unit of study will include a quality improvement (QI) project.
CSCD5053 Clinical Practice 3 - Paediatric
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Ms Robyn Johnson Session: Semester 1a,Semester 1b,Semester 2a,Semester 2b Classes: Clinical Placement block Monday-Friday with on site attendance minimum 3days/week for 8 weeks or equivalent. Additional orientation sessions and debriefing attendance is also required. Prerequisites: CSCD5027 and CSCD5028 and CSCD5029 and CSCD5030 and CSCD5031 Assessment: Clinical competency assessment (100%); 0% barrier tasks - attend clinic orientation and all clinical meetings; portfolio; clinical viva and complete all required clinical paperwork Mode of delivery: Professional practice
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Note: This unit of study is typically completed with concurrent enrolment with CSCD5054. Failure to achieve a pass grade in the first scheduled block may result in students being withdrawn from their second block placement. Students must hold a current CPR certificate before they can commence in this unit. Students must maintain the currency of their clinical compliance paperwork for the duration of the course. See the Speech Pathology Clinical Education section of the Faculty Handbook. Students must advise the Course Director, before commencing this unit, if they are a prohibited person under the NSW Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012. Clinical placements are scheduled from January-December and hence may commence prior to the official start of semester and/or may extend beyond week 16.
Students attend a speech pathology clinical placement to consolidate their skills with paediatric clients in areas required for competency as an entry-level practitioner in speech pathology.
Textbooks
There are no textbooks for this unit. You need to refer to the following documents: COMPASS Competency Assessment in Speech Pathology: Assessment Resource Manual (2013) Competency Based Occupational Standards (CBOS) for Speech Pathologists: Entry Level (2011) Off-Campus Placement Handbook (available on the Learning Management System (LMS)) Academic lecture materials relevant to the caseload(s)
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 12 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
CSCD5032 Research Led Practice
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Andy Smidt Session: Semester 2a Classes: Online (Week -1 to 8) Prerequisites: CSCD5022 and CSCD5023 and CSCD5025 and CSCD5028 and CSCD5029 and CSCD5031 Assessment: Clinical question with peer critique (10%), one critically appraised paper(20%), peer review of paper (10%), one critically appraised topic (40%), management plan (20%) and elearning participation (0% barrier task) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day, Online
This unit will provide the opportunity for students to apply the skills needed for critical evaluation of literature pertinent to speech pathology practice and the principles underlying evidence-based practice. Students will focus on specific areas of specialised practice. These areas will be chosen to strengthen the student's professional portfolio demonstrating competencies in all required areas.
Textbooks
Smidt, A. (2017) Workbook for Research Led Practice available for purchase from the University
CSCD5054 Clinical Practice 3 - Adult
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Ms Robyn Johnson Session: Semester 1a,Semester 1b,Semester 2a,Semester 2b Classes: Clinical Placement block Monday-Friday with on site attendance minimum 3-days per week for 8 weeks or equivalent. Additional orientation sessions and debriefing attendance is also required. Prerequisites: CSCD5027 and CSCD5028 and CSCD5029 and CSCD5030 and CSCD5031 Assessment: Clinical competency assessment (100%); 0% barrier tasks portfolio; clinical viva and complete all required clinical paperwork Mode of delivery: Professional practice
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Note: This unit of study is typically completed with concurrent enrolment with CSCD5053. Failure to achieve a pass grade in the first scheduled block may result in students being withdrawn from their second block placement. Students must hold a current CPR certificate before they can commence in this unit. Students must maintain the currency of their clinical compliance paperwork for the duration of the course. See the Speech Pathology Clinical Education section of the Faculty Handbook. Students must advise the Course Director, before commencing this unit, if they are a prohibited person under the NSW Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012. Clinical placements are scheduled from January-December and hence may commence prior to the official start of semester and/or may extend beyond week 16
Students attend a speech pathology clinical placement to consolidate their skills with adult clients in areas required for competency as an entry-level practitioner in speech pathology.
Textbooks
There are no textbooks for this unit. You need to refer to the following documents: COMPASS Competency Assessment in Speech Pathology: Assessment Resource Manual (2013) Competency Based Occupational Standards (CBOS) for Speech Pathologists: Entry Level (2011) Academic lecture materials relevant to the caseload(s) Off campus Placement Handbook (available on eLearning)
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 12 CREDIT POINTS