Introduction to Speech and Communication Disorders - THPR 2100

Learn about speech and language pathology frameworks of practice and the role of the therapy assistant in supporting speech, language, and communication. Review typical speech sound development and learn about common speech sound and motor speech disorders. Explore and apply treatment approaches and strategies to address articulation, phonological, and motor speech disorders. Apply the foundational treatment principles of fluency disorders, voice and resonance disorders, structurally related disorders, and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). All students taking this course will be required to attend the scheduled in-person lab(s) at NorQuest College Edmonton campus.

Note: Prerequisites: PPRT 2004, PPRT 2005 Restricted to Interdisciplinary Therapy Assistant

Note: Prerequisite PPRT 2003 Co-requisite: THPR 2033 Restricted to Interdisciplinary Therapy Assistant

Term	Duration	Schedule	Class	Section	Open Studies
Edmonton
Winter	Jan 6 - Apr 25, 2025	Mon: 12:30 - 03:30 pm	10729	A01	No

Term	Duration	Schedule	Class	Section	Open Studies
Online
Winter	Jan 6 - Apr 4, 2025		10731	O01	No

To take this course, you must be enrolled in one of the related programs:

Interdisciplinary Therapy Assistant

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Introduction to Speech and Communication Disorders - THPR 2100

Edmonton

Online

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