Objectives: At the end of the course, students shall be able to
a) understand the neuroanatomical and neurophysiological bases of normal and abnormal swallowing in children and adults,
b) appreciate the varying roles and responsibilities of a SLPinainterdisciplinary team to assess and treat swallowing disorders across the lifespan (neonates, infants, children, adults and geriatrics),
c) appraise different service delivery models, and
d) understand ethical, cultural and professional considerations in the management of dysphagia.
a) identify and describe various approaches and methods used in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC),
b) select appropriate AAC strategies and assessment procedures for individuals with complex communication needs,
c) describe the treatment plan for implementation of AAC with evidence-based rationale,
d) discuss the current status of the use of technology and practice of AAC for intervention in the Indian context, and
e) identify issues for research.
Objectives: At the end of the course, the students should be able
a) know the role of an speech-language pathologist in different set-ups.
b) liaise with other professionals in setting-up an speech-language clinic.
c) audit speech-language practices in existing set-ups.
d) implement acts and legislations relating to persons with speech-language impairment,
e) advise Governments and other agencies on the formulation of policies and legislative acts
relating to speech-language disability
f) understand the legal implications of practice in speech-language pathology.