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SPCH13003 Assessment of Neurogenic Communication Conditions
Assessment of Neurogenic Communication Conditions
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General Information

Overview

In this unit you will commence your study of neurogenic communication conditions in children and adults. You will learn about the aetiology, symptomatology and prognosis of neurogenic communication conditions that result in speech, language and cognitive communication difficulties. You will assess and classify neurogenic communication conditions using holistic decision making. You will apply the principles of evidence-based practice and the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health framework throughout the unit.

Details

Career Level: Undergraduate
Unit Level: Level 3
Credit Points: 6
Student Contribution Band: 8
Fraction of Full-Time Student Load: 0.125

Pre-requisites or Co-requisites

Pre-requisites: SPCH12003 Functional Anatomy of the Head, Neck and Thorax SPCH13004 Communication Goals and Needs Across the School Years SPCH12007 Speech Pathology Work-Integrated Learning 1 ALLH12006 Evidence Based Practice for Allied Health    

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Offerings For Term 1 - 2025

Rockhampton

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Class and Assessment Overview

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Previous Student Feedback

Feedback, Recommendations and Responses

Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.

Feedback from SUTE

Feedback

Students recommended that less time is spent on administering neurogenic communication assessments and more time in class is spent on evaluating and interpreting the results of these assessments.

Recommendation

It is recommended that unit coordinator balance the time spent in tutorials on selection, administration and interpretation of neurogenic communication tests so that students feel more prepared for their viva assessments.

Feedback from SUTE

Feedback

Students reported that they liked the use of in-class quizzes to test their content knowledge.

Recommendation

It is recommended that the unit coordinator for future iterations of this unit continue to provide regular quizzes for the students to help consolidate their knowledge.

Unit Learning Outcomes

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Textbooks and Resources

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