SPH306 Evidence-Based Management of Stuttering (8)
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This subject introduces students to the study of stuttering and its management. Students learn about the nature of the disorder, theories of the cause of stuttering, and management options. Within this context, students explore and apply the principles of evidence-based practice. |
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+ Subject Availability Modes and Location
| Session 2 | | Internal | Albury-Wodonga Campus |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: SPH306
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| One session | HD/FL | School of Community Health |
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Assumed Knowledge|
SPH101, SPH105, SPH106, SPH201
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Enrolment restrictions|
Restricted to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Speech and Language Pathology, and the Bachelor of Speech and Language Pathology (Honours) |
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| Incompatible subject(s) |
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| SPH203 |
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to explain theoretical positions, their clinical reasoning and practical clinical choices, with reference to theoretical and empirical stuttering literature;
- be able to recognise and solve problems related to the management of stuttering;
- be able to develop measurement and other clinical skills necessary for competent management of stuttering;
- be able to apply the principles of evidence-based practice to the management of stuttering.
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
- description and epidemiology of stuttering;
- development of stuttering;
- clinical measurement;
- the concepts of generalisation and maintenance;
- management of early stuttering;
- management of advanced stuttering;
- management of stuttering in late childhood and early adolescence.
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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.
