Communicative Disorders Assistant

Description:

This course will review the basic structure and function of the systems that support the production and perception of speech, language, cognitive-communication and swallowing. Students will connect knowledge of the function of the structures of respiration, phonation, articulation and the nervous system with common communicative disorders and their clinical implications.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This course focuses on the role of the communicative disorders assistant in the implementation of program recommendations related to articulation, phonology and motor speech. Topics include normal development, screening/assessment process and tools, and basic principles of treatment and programming. Through small group lab learning, students will be exposed to assessment tools, intervention activities, treatment processes or approaches and the application of clinical skills when working with individuals who have speech sound production or oral-motor disorders.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This course will review normal and atypical language development in preschool and school aged children as a foundation for the development of language, phonological awareness and literacy. Students will practice administration of language and phonological awareness screening tools and examine the role of the communicative disorders assistant with intervention approaches for language and phonological awareness, early school-age literacy skills and addressing the impact of language disorders across different environments.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This course will provide students with an overview of acquired neurogenic communication disorders and the management of aphasia and associated language disorders that may occur after stroke, acquired brain injury and common neurological conditions. A review of basic neuroanatomy and normal language production and comprehension will be provided as a foundation for discussing practical concepts related to language, cognitive-communication screening, and intervention. The role of the communicative disorders assistant in supporting the client, family and community will also be explored.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description: This self-directed course focuses on introducing new students to the supports, services, and opportunities available at Conestoga College. By the end of this course, students will understand the academic expectations of the Conestoga learning environment, as well as the supports available to ensure their academic success. Students will also be able to identify on-campus services that support their health and wellness, and explore ways to get actively involved in the Conestoga community through co-curricular learning opportunities.

• Hours: 1
• Credits: 0
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description:

Professional Practice 1 will introduce students to the roles and responsibilities of communicative disorders assistants, speech-language pathologists and audiologists. Practice guidelines, professional associations and relevant legislation that guide or govern speech-language pathologists, audiologists and communicative disorders assistants will be reviewed in preparation for fieldwork experience offered in the program.

• Hours: 28
• Credits: 2
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

In this course, students will learn the foundations of the human auditory mechanism in relation to sound. Students will practice basic audiological measures and be exposed to amplification systems in the hearing instrument specialist lab. Common health conditions that cause hearing disorders across the lifespan will be discussed in preparation for the work environment.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description: This course focuses on developing awareness and skills for the student to safely manage and conduct him or herself within a variety of employment settings. Through the units of the course, participants will have the opportunity to enhance their understanding and knowledge of general Health and Safety guidelines, including WHMIS, Fire Safety and Workplace Violence. The unit on Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act will instruct the student on the requirements for Accessible Customer Service and Integrated Accessibility Standard Regulations. General information on Safe Driving, Privacy of Information and Hand Washing will be addressed as well. The course also provides participants with critical information regarding their insurance coverage (WSIB or other) while employed. As well as guidelines to follow in the event of an injury. Participants will receive a printable Record of Completion upon successful conclusion of this course, in order to demonstrate awareness of safe working practices to their employers.

• Hours: 14
• Credits: 1
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.