Speech Pathology Cases 2

Unit code: HHB7002 | Study level: Postgraduate
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Footscray Park
HHB7001 - Speech Pathology Cases 1
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

This unit encourages students to integrate existing knowledge and skills and expand on these in new situations across the Speech Pathology communication domains. This unit focuses on the application of prior knowledge and skills to the domain of fluency. It will explore the Stuttering Speech Pathology domain in a range of indirect, consultancy, and advocacy-based speech pathology in working with individuals across their lifespan and from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and cultures. The Stuttering domain will be considered in the broader professional, regulatory, ethical and legal contexts in which speech pathology practice occurs. Explore speech pathology case studies necessitating consideration and interrogation of a range of professional and ethical issues and the role of the speech pathologist alongside that of other professionals in individual care. This unit will continue to explore issues and methods related to assessment and measurement of efficacy and effectiveness of interventions in an increasingly holistic context.



The unit has a strong emphasis on evidence-based practice with students applying prior learning to the design and development of an individual research project. Both qualitative and quantitative research methods will be explored in order to design a research question and proposal in preparation for the capstone research project.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Formulate speech pathology assessment plans to investigate function, activity, and participation in situations where individuals may present with Stuttering Speech Pathology communication domain;
  2. Exemplify holistic analysis and integration of assessment data in situations where individuals may present with Stuttering Speech pathology communication domain;
  3. Formulate and justify speech pathology intervention plans in situations where individuals may present within the Stuttering Speech Pathology communication domain;
  4. Contextualise the role and scope of practice of speech pathology in Stuttering Speech Pathology communication domain;
  5. Authenticate clinical techniques relating to assessment and implementing intervention relevant to situations where individuals may present with Stuttering Speech Pathology communication domain; and
  6. Critically evaluate existing literature to identify a research gap and design a research proposal that integrates appropriate methodologies and ethical considerations.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Other
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Grade: 30%
Database search and abstract critique for a rapid review on stuttering (1000 words equivalent)
Assessment type: Report
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Grade: 40%
Research Proposal (2500 words)
Assessment type: Presentation
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Grade: 30%
Presentation regarding emerging issue on stuttering (5 mins)
Assessment type: Practicum
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Grade: 0%
Viva (hurdle task) (30mins)

Required reading

Students will be directed to relevant professional and clinical guidelines as well as scientific literature in texts and journals.

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