SLP 3003 - Introduction to Communication Sciences and Disorders

Credits: 3

This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the field of communication sciences and disorders, focusing on communication and swallowing across the lifespan. The impact of environmental and social factors and the influence of cultural and linguistic diversity on communication and swallowing will be discussed. Students will develop a foundational understanding of how these factors affect prevention, assessment, and intervention for communication and swallowing disorders. Students will explore the intersection of Christian faith and values with professional practice in speech-language pathology.