Body Functions and Structures for Speech Pathology - SPHL830
This unit provides speech pathology students with an understanding of the body systems that mediate swallowing, speech, and language across the lifespan. The unit introduces the behavioural manifestations of brain damage in acquired speech and language disorders. The nature, impact, and assessment of dysphagia in adults and children are covered in depth.
| Credit Points: | 4 |
| When Offered: | S1 Day - Session 1, North Ryde, Day |
| Staff Contact(s): | Ms Claire Layfield |
| Prerequisites: |
Admission to MSpchLngPath |
| Corequisites: | |
| NCCW(s): | SPH800, SPH804 |
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| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Department of Linguistics Faculty of Human Sciences |
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