Inclusivity of Communication Disorders in the Classroom
Earners of this micro-credential learn roles of communication disorders professionals, and assessment and treatment of communication disorders. Students learn how children develop speech and language and how congenital or acquired disruptions hinder academic success. IEP and 504 processes are considered as they apply to special learners, specifically those with autism, as this disorder is increasing prevalence in classrooms. Students complete two of three courses for the micro-credential.
- Type Learning
- Level Intermediate
- Time Months
- Cost Paid
Skills
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Autism Treatment Approaches
- Behavioral Science
- Communication Disorders
- Comorbid Disease/Disorders
- Family and Client Perspective
- Hearing Disorders
- Inclusivity in Regular Education
- Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and 504 Processes
- Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
- Intellectual Disabilities
- Language Disorders
- Learning Disabilities
- Modifications and Accommodations
- Receptive/Expressive Language Disorders
- Speech-Language Pathologists' Roles and Responsibilities
- Speech-Language Pathology
Earning Criteria
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Complete SLP 1123 Introduction to Speech-Language Pathology. Survey of speech-language pathology as interdisciplinary behavioral science, including information relating to diagnosis and remediation of communicative disorders.
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Complete SLP 2343 Childhood Language Disorders. Receptive/expressive language disorders and delays in children, including those associated with mental retardation, learning disability, autism, and hearing impairment.
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Complete SLP 4883 Special Topics/Autism Spectrum Disorders. Learners complete four projects that provide opportunities to review and share information on a variety of perspectives, treatment options, and ideas for inclusivity.
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Students learn the roles of communication disorders professionals, and assessment and treatment of communication disorders.
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Students learn how children develop speech and language and how congenital or acquired disruptions hinder academic success.
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IEP and 504 processes are considered as they apply to special learners, specifically those with autism, as this disorder is increasing in incidence and prevalence in our classrooms.