AAS in Speech Language Pathology Program Competencies
Identify and describe the
normal processes of speech-language communication development. (SLP104)
Describe normal process of
hearing development. (SLP104)
Identify and describe
developmental and acquired communication disorders/disabilities across the
life span. (SLP205)
Describe the anatomy and
physiology of the speech-language production mechanism and explain the
relationship to disordered speech-language production. (SLP210)
Describe the anatomy and
physiology of the human auditory system and describe disordered hearing
production based on the area of breakdown in the system. (SLP210)
Describe the nature, causes
and treatment of language and communication disorders across the life span
and assist in the implementation of treatment/educational techniques and
procedures for a variety of patients/clients/students with these disorders.
(SLP212, SLP235++)
Identify and describe
phonological disorders, differences and delays and explain the causes of
each. (SLP214)
Identify and describe common
language/phonological screening and diagnostic tests including their
administration and scoring. (SLP212, SLP214)
Identify and describe
treatment procedures for phonological disorders, differences, and delays and
assist in the development and implementation of treatment/educational
techniques and procedures for a variety of speech-language disordered
patients/students. (SLP214, SLP215, SLP235++)
Demonstrate broad
transcription of normal and disordered speech using the International
Phonetic Alphabet. (SLP214)
Accurately prepare a variety
of assigned documentation, including the preparation and maintenance of
patient/student charts, reports, and records, in a variety of settings for
review by a supervisor. (SLP235++)
Identify, describe, and
demonstrate professional/ethical behaviors in a variety of work related
situations and settings. (SLP235++)
Assist with the development
and implementation of treatment/lesson plans for persons with
speech-language disorders/disabilities. (SLP235++)
Demonstrate effective and
appropriate communication skills in working with patients, students, family
members, coworkers, and supervisors. (SLP235++)
Perform all assigned
activities, including routine maintenance and safety procedures, in a
professional and timely manner. (SLP235++)
Identify and describe
treatment procedures for speech and hearing disorders and assist in the
development and implementation of treatment/educational techniques and
procedures for a variety of speech-language disordered patients/students.
(SLP215, SLP235++)
Identify and discuss issues
relating to clients’/patients’ rights, professional, and ethical behaviors.
(SLP217)
Describe the educational
service system and the heath care industry and the documentation required in
each. (SLP205, SLP217)
Identify and describe a
variety of behavior management techniques and accurately apply these
techniques in working with speech language disordered clients/patients.
(SLP218, SLP235++)
Identify and describe the
type of client/patient in need of assistive technology and/or augmentative
alternative communication systems. (SLP240)
Identify and describe a
variety of strategies, hardware, software low-tech and high-tech assistive
technology and augmentative alternative communication systems that can be
used with speech language disordered clients/patients. (SLP240)
Identify and describe a
variety of treatment techniques to use with a variety clients/patients with
low incidence disabilities. (SLP242)
