CSD 500 - Introduction to Research in CSD
Focuses on both basic and applied research interpretation.

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CSD 522 - Communication Disorders of TBI
An overview of the role of speech-language pathology in the interdisciplinary management of cognitive-communicative deficits associated with traumatic brain injury.

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CSD 527 - Aging & Communication
A study of the underlying processes of normal aging and the potential effects of senescence on communication abilities. Emphasis is placed on the speech, language, and cognitive therapeutic interventions relative to geriatric care.

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CSD 528 - Autism
Focus on demographics of autism spectrum disorders, historical and contemporary diagnostic and treatment procedures, and the role of the speech-language pathologist in interdisciplinary programs.

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CSD 529 - Augmentative and Alternative Communication (in progress)
Assessment and intervention strategies for the speechless population will be presented. Students will participate in demonstrations of alternative communication systems. An interdisciplinary team approach to rehabilitation will be studied.

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CSD 530 - Early Intervention
Introduction to early intervention programs and approaches for infants and toddlers with emphasis on the role of the speech-language pathologist in team intervention.

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CSD 544 - Evaluation & Treatment of Swallowing Disorders
Current research and clinical management will be presented of individuals showing difficulties in feeding orally and aspirating. Normal physiology of deglutition and the multidisciplinary approach toward the management of dysphagia will be emphasized.

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CSD 560 - Neuromotor Speech Disorders
The objective of this course is to familiarize students with the theoretical and clinical aspects in the areas of dysarthria and apraxia. Similarities and differences of the speech impairments in these disorders will be demonstrated and applied to diagnosis and treatment.

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CSD 581 - Speech Practicum
Develop evaluation and intervention skills such as collecting case history information, interviewing families and other professionals, administering standardized and non-standardized measures, interpreting assessment results, forming appropriate diagnostic conclusions, conducting intervention activities, tracking data, writing SOAP notes, and making suitable recommendations for future therapy.

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CSD 582 - Speech Practicum
On-campus speech-language internship. Graduate clinicians are responsible for the treatment of seven clients, from assessment to discharge, while being supervised by two professional SLPs. Students conduct comprehensive speech-language evaluations, develop intervention plans using evidence-based approaches, deliver therapy, create daily lesson plants and weekly SOAP notes, and write Habilitation Summary reports.

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CSD 583 - Speech Practicum
Off-campus speech-language externship (pediatric clientele).

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CSD 604 - Neuroanatomy & Neurophysiology of Speech & Language
Neuroanatomy and neurophysiology with an emphasis on speech and language behavior. Comprehensive examination of the neuroanatomic and neurophysiologic substrate for cognition and communication.

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CSD 605 - Physiological & Acoustical Phonetics
Respiratory, phonatory, resonatory and articulatory components of speech output are considered. Theoretical models of speech production and reception are discussed.

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CSD 623 - Advanced Study of Phonological Disorders
Articulatory phonetics, phonological processes and co-articulation are considered. Emphasis is given to analysis of phonological delays/disorders and specific procedures of remediation.

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CSD 625 - Pediatric Dysphagia
Current research and clinical management will be presented of individuals showing difficulties in feeding orally and aspirating. Normal physiology of deglutition and the multidisciplinary approach toward the management of dysphagia will be emphasized. 

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CSD 632 - Processes & Disorders of Speech Fluency (in progress)
Advanced diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of stuttering for children and adults are studied. Particular emphasis is placed on differentiating incipient stuttering from normal dysfluencies.

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CSD 640 - Advanced Children’s Language Disorders
Comprehensive study of children’s pragmatic, semantic and syntactic impairments. Emphasis is placed upon etiologies, evaluation and habilitation procedures. 

CSD 641 - Language Disorders in Adults
Theoretical comparative aspects and clinical management of aphasia in adults are emphasized. Communication disorders associated with right hemisphere brain damage are also considered.

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CSD 656 - Voice Disorders
The study of laryngeal functions and disorders. In-depth study of acoustic and physiologic parameters of the vocal mechanism. Emphasis is given to the diagnosis and management of vocal pathologies.

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CSD 682 - Speech Practicum
Off-campus speech-language externship (adult clientele).

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CSD 683 - Speech Practicum
Off-campus speech-language externship. Length and frequency of clinical experience determined by CAC and the director of clinical education in accordance with student’s clinical needs.

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