Speech Pathology Intervention Practices 1
Credit points
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Prerequisites
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Co-requisites
(Corequisite units must be studied concurrently with this unit)
Overview
This unit begins a sequence of units exploring speech pathology evidence-informed practices related to intervention. The unit will focus on exploring foundational principles, methods and rationales for different approaches to intervention, covering the speech pathology communication domains across the lifespan and inclusive of diversity. Students will engage via inquiry, case-based, simulation and reflective learning activities. Intervention practices will also be considered in the broader professional, regulatory, ethical and legal contexts in which speech pathology professional practice occurs.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- Devise relevant and evidence-informed goals to guide planning and implementation of speech pathology intervention across the speech pathology communication domains;
- Critically evaluate a range of different approaches to speech pathology intervention and select a combination of approaches that aligns with client goals;
- Justify speech pathology interventions applicable to the context of service delivery; and
- Critically appraise speech pathology intervention practices in the context of working with clients of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.
Assessment
For Melbourne campuses
Assessment type: Report | Grade: 20%
Session plan for a speech pathology intervention session for a client (1000 words equivalent)
Assessment type: Presentation | Grade: 30%
Video presentation demonstrating a speech pathology intervention (5 mins)
Assessment type: Case Study | Grade: 50%
Two (2) case studies focusing on justification of intervention goals with live Q&A (10 mins per student)
This unit has a mapped whole-of-cohort hurdle task which aligns with the Speech Pathology Australia accreditation requirement for must-pass assessments.
Case study is a must pass/ hurdle requirement for students to; devise relevant and evidence-informed goals to guide planning and implementation of speech pathology intervention across the speech pathology communication domains; critically evaluate a range of different approaches to speech pathology intervention and select a combination of approaches that aligns with client goals; critically appraise speech pathology intervention practices in the context of working with clients of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, and apply Professional Standards (1.1, 1.3, 1.4 3.2 and 3.5). Please see the Accreditation section below for additional information.
Required reading
RECOMMENDED TEXTS: Roth, F. P., & Worthington, C. K. (2021). Treatment resource manual for speech-language pathology 6th ed. Plural Publishing. Dwight, D. M. (2021) Here’s how to do therapy: Hands on core skills in speech-language pathology 3rd ed. Plural Publishing.
As part of a course
This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):