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Catalog/Bulletin 2022-2023 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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PUBH 6221 - FOUNDATIONS OF PUBLIC HEALTH ETHICS [1 Credit]
This course will examine public health issues in light of scientific, moral and political considerations including autonomy, individual rights, coercion, justice, community, the common good, the norms of research, and multi-cultural values. The student will obtain a working knowledge ethics of the skills in public health ethics to explain and apply them in the professional life of the public health practitioner including consent, privacy, responsibility to the community, the operations of an internal review board, the rights of the individual. The application of ethics over a range of public health issues will be delivered from an historical perspective from ancient Greece to present.
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PUBH 6300 - DETERMINANTS OF GLOBAL PUBLIC HEALTH [2 Credits]
Neither health nor disease nor their causes respect political borders. Given the global demographic transition and the trans-border movement of individuals, future public health professionals need to plan for the changing world pattern of disease, health care finance and delivery systems, environmental exposures, data systems, and behavioral and social conditions. This course will introduce students to global public health, in order to help them understand and how to make decisions about policies, research, and public health practice in and beyond Louisiana.
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PUBH 6301 - CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN GLOBAL PUBLIC HEALTH [2 Credits]
This course follow PUBH 6300, Introduction to Global Public Health (although that is not a prerequisite). PUBH 6301, “Determinants of Global Public Health,” focuses on environmental issues affecting health around the world, the impact of climate changes and industrialization, issues related to importation of diseases, worldwide worker safety, and global environmental policies. It will also cover risk factors of Global Public Health, focusing on behavioral risk factors such as tobacco, nutrition, and exercise. Finally the course will address war and refugee health, violences, and natural and human-made disasters.
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PUBH 6400 - INDEPENDENT STUDY [1-3 Credits]
This course provides an instructional experience directed by a public health faculty in which the student will learn general or multi-disciplinary aspects of public health, not the focus of any existing public health courses.
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PUBH 6500 - SPECIAL TOPICS [1-3 Credits]
Public health topic taught and credit assigned by public health teaching faculty member.
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PUBH 6600 - CULMINATING EXPERIENCE/CAPSTONE [3 Credits]
All professional degree programs shall assure that each student demonstrates skills and integration of knowledge through a culminating experience. The student is required to synthesize and integrate knowledge acquired in coursework and other learning experiences and to apply theory and principles in a situation that approximates some aspects of professional practice. Prerequisites: BIOS 610 Biostatistical Methods I/BIOS 6200 Principles of Applied Statistics; EPID 6210 Principles of Epidemiology; ENHS 6238 Principles of Environmental Health; BCHS 6212 Behavioral Science Theories in Public Health; and HPSM 6268 Health Services Administration and Management.
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PUBH 6700 - DENTAL PUBLIC HEALTH [2 Credits]
This course is intended to introduce students to the philosophy, practice, and principles of dental public health, and its application to population based oral health. These four areas have been identified by the American Board of Dental Public Health as knowledge needed for the specialty practice of dental public health-administration, research, prevention, and delivery and financing of dental care-are used as a framework for examining dental public health practice. The organization, delivery, and financing of oral health care, primarily in the United States, and how public health dentistry does and should fit into the health care system are emphasized. Differences in the roles of a private dental practitioner and a dental public health specialist are addressed. Students will learn the
importance of core public health functions, and different public health and dental public health achievements in the US. Disparities in oral health status and access to dental care among underserved populations are addressed. A brief overview of different dental care delivery systems in the US, and the importance of other dental and non-dental workforce models in increasing dental care are also discussed. The lectures will be presented by the instructor; discussions will be led by assigned students.
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PUBH 6740 - ESSENTIAL RESEARCH PROPOSAL [2 Credits]
Students will be introduced to developing research proposals. Students will learn about proposal preparation, writing the application, ethics in research, IRB, grant submission, grant review, and the grants process (NIH, CDC, other federal/state grants). They will also learn about literature reviews, writing style, types of public health research, and collaboration. Students will be introduced to these topics through weekly seminars. Class time will be for discussion of the materials presented. Students will be asked to write each section of a research proposal as the semester progresses. Each student will submit a proposal for the final project (individual scope of work/goals).
Prerequisites: EPID 6210, BIOS 6100
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PUBH 6741 - APPLIED RESEARCH EXPERIENCE [1 Credit]
This course provides a mechanism for public health students to pursue advanced high-impact public health research for a potential article publication. The course will allow students to work with a faculty mentor to experience the research process. Students will engage in research under an advisor/mentor’s direction. Each student will develop a draft of a grant, a scientific paper, a literature review, or data analysis. Students will be encouraged to submit their work for presentation and/or publication.
Prerequisite: PUBH 6740
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PUBH 6800 - PRACTICE EXPERIENCE [3 Credits]
The Practice Experience is a fieldwork project or activity that immerses the student in one or more aspects of public health operations under the guidance of a preceptor. The fieldwork is to be taken in its entirety within one semester. Required for all MPH students. Prerequisite: Students must successfully complete at least 12 public health credits (including the EPID and BIOS core course, and the core course from the student’s home program)before a student may begin his/her practice experience.
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PUBH 6900 - THESIS RESEARCH [1-3 Credits]
Registration is granted for this research credit by the Academic Program Director. Amount of credit must be stated at the time of registration. A thesis may be used as a capstone project.
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PUBH 9999 - EXAM ONLY [0 Credit]
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Public Health, Undergrad |
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BSPH 3100 - INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC HEALTH [3 Credits]
Introduction to Public Health introduces the history, philosophy and concepts of public health. This course will focus on the population perspective of health and approaches and strategies to identify health problems, develop strategies to reduce adverse health problems and improve the health of population. The course will explore health issues, past and present, in order to gain an understanding of the disease or condition, gain a better understanding of how health and community issues are intertwined and outline possible next steps to address these issues.
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BSPH 3102 - PUBLIC HEALTH WRITING [3 Credits]
Effective communication in public health through writing is a vital skill, and the primary aim of this course is to develop each student’s ability to make technical information available to diverse audiences. This course focuses on written communication for public health professionals, with particular emphasis on effectively conveying information to technical audiences and translating that information for general audiences in the public arena. We will explore the principles of effective writing for technical articles, proposals, and reports with attention to structure, clarity, style, and language usage. Writing assignments stress the importance of the writing process in a range of assignments, enabling students to build writing proficiency through a combination of writing and revising assignments, selected readings, discussion sessions, and hands-on activities.
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BSPH 3200 - ESSENTIAL GLOBAL PUBLIC HEALTH [3 Credits]
The course introduces global public health. The course will provide the students the opportunity to consider health from a world perspective, and contrast it to public health in the US and Louisiana. Students will learn to recognize the interrelationship between the environment, culture and economics, politics and policies, living and working conditions, health care services, ethics, and personal risk factors.
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BSPH 3300 - INTRODUCTION TO BIOSTATISTICS [3 Credits]
An introduction to basic probability and statistics, with application in evidence-based health sciences. Topics include measurement, the basic concepts of probability and random variables, probability distributions, independence, conditional probability, Bayes Rule, basics of statistical inference, random sampling, and data collection methods in public health.
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BSPH 3302 - DATA ANALYSIS IN PUBLIC HEALTH [3 Credits]
An introduction to statistical concepts and data analysis methods, with applications in experimental/health sciences. Topics includes exploratory data analysis, correlation and regression, descriptive statistics, sampling distributions, statistical inference of estimation and hypothesis testing - t test, the chi-square test, ANOVA, nonparametric methods, sample size determination.
Prerequisites: BSPH 3300
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BSPH 3400 - INTRODUCTION OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE [3 Credits]
This course provides a broad overview of environmental science which covers key areas associated with natural resources, environmental quality, and the human impacts of environmental degradation. This course will assist students to understand the current environmental crisis and opportunities, with a focus on sustainability.
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BSPH 3500 - HEALTH COMMUNICATION [3 Credits]
Health Communication will address the basic concepts of public health-specific communication, including technical and professional writing and the use of mass media and electronic technology. This course will enhance students’ understanding of the skills, principles, and challenges associated with business and professional communication for public health. Students who master the material would do well on the “Certified Health Education Specialist” (CHES) exam questions in health communication, and be ready to enter a local health department, community organization or government agency and contribute. The course presumes no prior knowledge of business, professional, or health communication principals or skills. Instruction will occur through course instructor and guest lecture, journaling, class discussion, individual and small group presentation, quizzes, and other assignments. It is important that students keep up with assigned readings and presentations.
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BSPH 3600 - U.S. HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS [3 Credits]
U.S. Health Care Systems is designed to give students an overview of the structure and functions of the U.S. health care system and the relationship between the health care delivery system and public health. We will explore the logistics of the health care system, including how it is organized, who makes up the workforce, how health care is financed, the costs and value of health care, how it is managed, and the role of information technology in this sector. Finally, we will take a look at the future of health care delivery in the U.S. and of health care policy.
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BSPH 3700 - ESSENTIALS OF EPIDEMIOLOGY [3 Credits]
Essentials of Epidemiology introduces the basic concepts, methods and tools of data collection to describe and analyze public health problems. This course will focus on the principles and methods of epidemiologic investigation, appropriate summaries and displays of data, and the use of statistical approaches to describe the health of populations. Topics include the usage of rates, ratios and proportions; methods of adjustment; basic study designs; and methods and processes for addressing population health needs and challenges.
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BSPH 4100 - PUBLIC HEALTH IN ACTION [3 Credits]
Public Health in Action is an experiential learning course that will allow students to explore the principles of public health learned in the first-year course work within a community setting and reflect on those experiences. This course utilizes a service-learning approach. Service-learning is defined by the LSU Center for Community Engagement, Learning, and Leadership as “a method of teaching and learning in which students fulfill the learning goals of their academic courses while serving the community. Service-learning emphasizes hands-on experiences that address real-world concerns. The service experience provides a context for testing, observing, or trying out discipline-based theories, concepts, or skills. Likewise, the academic context enriches the service experience by raising questions about real-world concerns and providing a forum for probing these concerns in-depth. Service-learning fosters reciprocal learning and critical engagement, preparing students to be full and responsible participants in both their profession and their communities.”
Prerequisites: BSPH 3100, 3102, 3200, 3300, 3302, 3400, 3500, 3600, 3700
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BSPH 4102 - HEALTH EQUITY [3 Credits]
Health Equity is a lecture-based and class participation course designed to increase bachelor of public health students’ understanding of health, culture and diversity in populations. This course will explore health disparities, diversity and inclusion and encourage students to explore their own cultural experiences and bias. The goal of this course is to explore cultural diversity and the challenges presented to health professionals and to increase the cultural competency of the students as developing public health practitioners.
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BSPH 4104 - EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE IN PUBLIC HEALTH [3 Credits]
Evidence-based Practice in Public Health is the culminating, interdisciplinary experience for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Public Health program. The students will be required to incorporate knowledge and prior training in the five public health disciplines - biostatistics, community and behavior health, environmental and occupational health sciences, epidemiology and health policy and systems management to analyze a current health problem and propose an intervention. During the course the students will complete an individual capstone project paper as well as a final project presentation.
Prerequisites: BSPH 4100
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BSPH 4400 - CLIMATE CHANGE: A PUBLIC HEALTH PERSPECTIVE [3 Credits]
Climate change is a critical public health problem that makes many existing health conditions and diseases worse, and probable future health impacts that include the introduction of new pathogens and pests into new regions. The warming climate will likely cause more frequent and intense droughts and floods, more severe heat waves and hurricanes, and environmental impacts that adversely affect air and water quality. Furthermore, vulnerable populations are at increased risk for climate change related health effects. This course aims to provide students with an assessment of the current state of climate change science and the associated current and future predicted public health impacts. Adaptation and mitigation strategies on the local, regional, and national level will be explored that can increase the resiliency and sustainability of communities in the context of climate change impacts.
Prerequisites: BSPH 3400
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BSPH 4402 - ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE [3 Credits]
Over recent decades, the merging of civil rights and environmental concerns has generated the Environmental Justice Movement. The field of environmental justice asks for fair treatment of all people regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, economic capacity, national origin, and education level with respect to environmental policies and their implementation. Drawing on a range of disciplines (including public health, environmental studies, critical race studies, cultural geography, and others), we will interrogate environmental policies and practices, the implications of these policies and practices for various groups of people, and the disproportionate adversity that environmental degradation has on already-disenfranchised communities. Our examinations will focus on issues such as the over-siting of industrial plants and landfills in predominantly low-income and indigenous areas; limitations of scientific studies evaluating linkages between environmental hazards and health impacts; role of economic policy in wealthy countries on climate change, environmental degradation in developing countries, and other conditions; the extent to which one’s access to power and privilege affects their access to clean and safe natural resources such as air and water; and the relationship between environmental injustice and larger systems of power and privilege in the contemporary world. We will also analyze how we as individuals have consciously or unconsciously contributed to environmental justice or injustice through everyday decisions and behaviors. Finally, we will consider how the environmental justice movement has responded-and continues to respond-to these conditions and issues.
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BSPH 4500 - PROJECT ASSESSMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION [3 Credits]
Project Assessment and Implementation will provide undergraduate students in public health with the fundamental background for the effective delivery of public health services. Students will be introduced to the fundamental concepts and features of project implementation, including planning, assessment, and evaluation needed for the practice of public health.
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BSPH 4502 - FOUNDATIONS OF MATERNAL & CHILD HEALTH [3 Credits]
The course will introduce students to the maternal, child and adolescent health (MCH) programs and public health services in the U.S and to understand the history, principles, function, and organization of MCH services at the local, state, and federal levels. The course will emphasize the health, social, and economic issues currently affecting reproductive age women, infants, children, and adolescents with a focus on disparities in health among low income, minority families.
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BSPH 4600 - PUBLIC HEALTH POLICY AND ADVOCACY [3 Credits]
Public Health Policy and Advocacy provides students with an engaging and innovative introduction to public health policy and advocacy. Specifically, it provides knowledge on the purpose of public health policy and advocacy, its origins and how it is implemented in practice. The course will provide the underlying theories and analytical tools needed for effective advocacy and communication. The course will use real examples from practice to aid with transferring this knowledge to students.
Prerequisites: BSPH 3600
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BSPH 4602 - PUBLIC HEALTH ORGANIZATIONS AND LEADERSHIP [3 Credits]
Public Health Organizations and Leadership examines management functions, concepts and principles as well as the manager’s role within the new and changing health care delivery systems with particular attention to the public health arena. This course provides the students with a base of knowledge regarding the principles of management, the legal and ethical bases for public health, and skills for communicating and building partnerships with community partners.
Prerequisites: BSPH 3600 AND BSPH 4600
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BSPH 4604 - FUNDAMENTALS OF HEALTH ANALYTICS [3 Credits]
Fundamentals of Health Analytics introduces to common types of health data along with data storage, retrieval and management. The course will include how to use different analytic tools to transform data into useful information and report the health data to stakeholders. Students will have the opportunity to explore data through in-class exercises and homework assignments. In the final project students will produce a report portfolio designed for a stakeholder/industry category.
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BSPH 4702 - GIS AND PUBLIC HEALTH [3 Credits]
This course examines geographic information systems (GIS) applications in public health. Classwork will be presented in the form of health-related case studies based on research topics pertinent to students in the School of Public Health, where GIS is used to formulate and address scientific hypotheses. Specifically, the ArcGIS software will be presented as a tool for integrating, manipulating, and displaying spatial health data. Topics include understanding spatial data, mapping, topology, spatial manipulations related to data structures, online data, geocoding, remote sensing imagery, and mobile technology.
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BSPH 4704 - OUTBREAK! [3 Credits]
This course is an introduction to infectious disease outbreaks for undergraduate students interested in learning more about epidemiology, outbreaks, and public health. Students will explore tools that outbreak investigators use to stop the spread of outbreaks in populations and to prevent future outbreaks. Students learn about outbreak detection, investigation and response activities and methodologies through a combination of lectures, in class exercises and a student project including a presentation.
Prerequisites: BSPH 3700
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RADI 420 - RADIOLOGY CLINICAL [152 Hours]
This is a month-long course intended to provide fourth year medical students with exposure to the practice of radiology. Students spend most of their time with residents and faculty in reading rooms and interventional procedure suites and also have access to interactive learning modules. Didactic and case-based lectures given by faculty are provided twice daily. Over the course of the month, students should gain an appreciation for the daily routines in radiology and for the clinical and diagnostic considerations facing Radiologists.
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RADI 498 - RADIOLOGY RESEARCH [152 Hours]
This is a month-long course intended to provide fourth year medical students with exposure to radiology research. Students will learn about the various types of research, learn how to write and present a paper, and how to create a poster exhibit. Students will spend their time working with residents and faculty on current research projects. Didactic and case-based lectures given by faculty are provided twice daily. Over the course of the month, students should learn to appreciate how research contributes to our teaching and healing missions. Students are encouraged to submit proposals to local, regional and national meetings.
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RADI 499 - RADIOLOGY OUT-STATE ELEC [152 Hours]
This course allows students to participate in a Radiology elective at an out-of-state institution.
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Rehab Services |
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REHAB 5601 - FOUNDATIONS IN COUNSELING [3 Credits]
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to clinical rehabilitation and counseling as a health profession, a multi-faceted process in increasing the ability of persons with a disability or other challenges to participate in all aspects of life, and a philosophy for promoting social justice and quality of life through support, information, advocacy, skill-building and equal opportunity. The course includes an exploration of the history, philosophy, trends, and practices of mental health counseling; the roses and functions of mental health counselors across practice settings; methods and models of clinical supervision; professional organizations, preparation standards, and credentials; and other related professional issues.
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REHAB 5602 - MEDICAL ASPECTS OF DISABILITY [3 Credits]
Knowledge and understanding of the medical and functional implications of a wide variety of disabilities are acquired. Curriculum components include learning medical terminology and the use of medical information for facilitating the vocational rehabilitation and independent living of people with physical, sensory, and mental disabilities. The medical and psychological needs as well as individual and community resources typically associated with treating and managing these conditions are reviewed. Emphasis is placed on assessing, discussing, and resolving the personal, professional, and environmental challenges each disability presents.
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REHAB 5603 - MULTICULTURAL AND PSYCHOSOCIAL ASPECTS IN COUNSELING [3 Credits]
This course will explore a variety of multicultural and psychosocial issues related to the knowledge, skills, and attitudes of counselors. Topics such as ethnicity, race, class, gender, and physical difference as they affect counselors, clients, and the counseling relationship will be discussed. The psychological, cultural, political, and sociological issues associated with disability and their impact on vocational rehabilitation, community living, and social perception will also be introduced. The course will analyze the living with a disability, including: environmental and attitudinal barriers and resources.
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REHAB 5605 - COUNSELING SPECIAL POPULATIONS [3 Credits]
Seminary course focusing on issues encountered by school and counseling mental health counselors, issues include, but are not limited to, substance abuse, sexuality, single parent and blended families, bilingual children, and clients with physical or mental disabilities.
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REHAB 5606 - CHILD AND ADOLESCENT PSYCHOPATHOLOGY [3 Credits]
This course covers the history and treatment of childhood disorders including learning, behavioral, and emotional problems. Psychopathology is presented using and integrative approach including the biological, psychological, social, cultural, familial, and political forces that currently define abnormal behavior. Utilizes an eclectic approach to the study of causes and diagnoses of childhood psychopathology. Definitions, concepts and theories of childhood psychopathology are covered. Emphasis will be on the current Diagnosis and Statistical Manual (DSM).
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REHAB 5607 - ADVANCED MULTICULTURAL & PSYCHOSOCIAL ASPECTS OF COUNSELING [3 Credits]
An advanced exploration of social and cultural issues, social change theory, oppression models, and advocacy action planning associated with client disabilities and the impact on their vocational rehabilitation, social perception and overall environment. Students will also examine how their own cultural heritage and racial identity development impacts their perceptions and attitudes towards future clients.
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REHAB 5608 - COMMUNITY COUNSELING [3 Credits]
This course examines the relevant theoretical and practical information necessary for providing community and agency based counseling services. A variety of delivery methods, ethical considerations, agency and community based procedures, treatment considerations, and the importance of collaboration among mental health professionals will be explored.
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REHAB 5609 - COUNSELING CHILD AND ADOLESCENTS [3 Credits]
This course examines the relevant theories and techniques as they apply to counseling children and adolescents. Students are expected to develop a thorough understanding of mental health concerns and appropriate application of counseling interventions for children and adolescents, including those with physical disabilities.
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REHAB 5610 - INTRO TO SCHOOL COUNSELNG [3 Credits]
This course provides an introduction to the historical, philosophical, psychological, and sociological bases of guidance and counseling in the schools. It is also an overview of the role and function of the school counselor as advocate, leader, counselor, collaborator, change agent, and researcher.
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REHAB 5612 - DEVELOPMENT ACROSS THE LIFESPAN [3 Credits]
This course studies the processes underlying human growth and development across the lifespan from conception through childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and aging to death. The interaction of biological, cultural, and environmental factors will be considered in studying the physical, intellectual, social, emotional and moral development of a person. This course will present the normal range of responses, reactions and behaviors of age-related development along with interdisciplinary opportunities of treatment planning.
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REHAB 5613 - ADVANCED PLAY THERAPY [3 Credits]
This course is intended as an Advanced Play Therapy in counseling when working with children, adolescents and their caregivers. students will be presented with an overview of play therapy, its varying models, principles, goals & objectives, as well as rationale for play therapy, and basic practice skills. Additionally, this course will provide students with an overview of integrating field knowledge of play, development, and theory into the advanced play therapist’s knowledge base, working with difficult situations, such as limit-setting, aggression, and parents, addressing modern work concerns like measuring progress, data accountability, and treatment planning; differentiating play therapy practice in school and community settings; and addressing complicated skills, such as theme work, group play therapy, and supervision.
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REHAB 5614 - PROFESSIONAL PRACTICUM IN COUNSELING [1 Credit]
Students acquire experience and first-hand knowledge of the purposes, functions, services and clientele of numerous agencies and community services. Additionally, students will gain experiences of the scientific community by participating in research projects and attending professional meetings and/or conferences. Ongoing supervision is provided by various members of the faculty.
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REHAB 5616 - PLAY THERAPY THEORY, SKILLS & TECHNIQUES [3 Credits]
This purpose of this lecture-experiential course is to teach play therapy theory, techniques, and practice to graduate students who have completed the required course prerequisites. Students will learn about the rationale behind the use of play therapy, various theoretical and approaches to play therapy, and the techniques used for effective child-centered play therapy.
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REHAB 5617 - ADVANCED MULTICULTURAL & PSYCHOSOCIAL ASPECTS OF COUNSELING [3 Credits]
An advanced exploration of social and cultural issues, social change theory, oppression models, and advocacy action planning associated with client disabilities and the impact on their vocational rehabilitation, social perception and overall environment. Students will also examine how their own cultural heritage and racial identity development impacts their perceptions and attitudes towards future clients.
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REHAB 5618 - FILIAL THERAPY & CHILD-PARENT RELATIONSHIP THERAPY [3 Credits]
This course will teach students how to actively engage parents as partners in the therapeutic process in working with minors in a counseling setting. A variety of parenting approaches will be explored, with heavy emphasis on van Fleet’s Filial Therapy and Landreth’s 10-week filial therapy modality, entitled Child Parenting Relationships Enhancement training (CPR-T). Students will also get exposure to various parenting issues, including developmental concerns, DSM diagnoses, resistance, and external circumstances affecting the parent-child relationship.
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REHAB 5619 - GROUP PLAY/ACTIVITY THERAPY [3 Credits]
This course is designed to assist those who work with children in understanding a philosophy and rationale for group work with children and preadolescents. The course will focus on the goals of group play/activity therapy, the role of the play therapist, screening and selection of group members, the developmentally responsive use of play and other expressive/creative arts and activities with children and pre-adolescents, planning and structuring of sessions with emphasis on principles as well as application of methods and skills. Adaptation of the use of play/activity therapy with adolescents and families will also be explored.
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REHAB 5620 - ADVANCED SKILLS IN COUNSELING [3 Credits]
This course is designed to build on the counseling skills gained during the Pre-Practicum (6612) course. Supervised experiences in counseling through role-playing, record interviews, observation analysis, and evaluation of interviewing techniques will be demonstrated and performed. Prerequisite: REHAB 6612
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REHAB 5640 - FAMILY & COUPLES COUNSELING [3 Credits]
The purpose of this course is to provide students with an introduction to family and couples counseling theory, perspectives of family therapy, and issues of diversity. The basic models of family therapy will be present in order to assist students in their understanding of the dynamics of families and couples. Students will have an opportunity to apply these models in family therapy role-play. This course will also address issues relative to diversity in families and couples.
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REHAB 5645 - CHILD-PARENT RELATIONSHIP THERAPY [3 Credits]
This course will teach students how to actively engage parents as partners in the therapeutic process in working with minors in a counseling setting. A variety of parenting approaches will be explored, with heavy emphasis on van Fleet’s Filial Therapy and Landreth’s 10-week filial therapy modality, entitled Child Parenting Relationship Enhancement training (CPR-T). Students will also get exposure to various parenting issues, including developmental concerns, DSM diagnoses, resistance, and external circumstances affecting the parent-child relationship.
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REHAB 5650 - CRISIS COUNSELING INTERVENTION [3 Credits]
This course presents theories, strategies, and skills and an overall introduction to clinical crisis intervention. Models for assessing and responding to crisis are presented. Topics such as medical and psychological traumas, post traumatic stress disorder and professional burnout will be part of the curriculum. Theoretical and ethical implications will be addressed. Special emphasis is given to disaster psychology, natural disasters, terrorism, school violence, and suicidology.
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REHAB 5651 - SUPERVISED PROJECT IN COUNSELING [1-6 Credits]
Students participate in research, community activities, resource development, and special projects requiring literature reviews, report preparation, skill demonstrations, and public education. Credit is assigned depending on the amount of time spent on the project per week. Contracts are developed between students and faculty members before registration for the course. Permission of
instructor is required. S/U grading.
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REHAB 5652 - SUPERVISED PROJECT IN VOCATIONAL EVALUATION [1-3 Credits]
Students participate in an advanced practicum in vocational evaluation with emphasis on interview techniques, vocational plan development, measurement
issues, and the coordination and use of various tests and work samples. The course emphasizes actual practice in determining current levels of client functioning in order for a student to gain a basic competency level in the area of
diagnostic and prognostic procedures. Permission of instructor is required. S/U grading.
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REHAB 5653 - HUMAN BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT [3 Credits]
This course introduces the principles of human behavior and techniques for managing behavioral change in a variety of rehabilitation settings. Students learn to target socially significant behaviors, to select behavioral strategies to improve targeted behaviors and to demonstrate a reliable relationship between the behavior change strategy and the improved behavior.
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REHAB 5654 - MENTAL HEALTH DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT PLANNING [3 Credits]
Rehabilitation practice and the rehabilitation model of intervention in mental health settings are reviewed. Emphasis is placed on areas such as diagnosis, treatment options, increasing consumer skills and resource management, vocational strategies, community integration, and program evaluation.
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REHAB 5655 - BENEFITS COUNSELING IN REHABILITATION COUNSELING [1-3 Credits]
Basic tenets of benefits counseling in rehabilitation counseling will be further explored in this course. Students will gain knowledge and skills in working competently with Social Security Administration Benefits/Work incentives System (e.g., SSDI, SSI, PASS Plans, Trial Work Period, Ticket to Work, Extended Period of Eligibility), the Medicaid Waiver Program, Special Needs Trusts, and the Veterans Administration Pension/Benefits System. The ethical application of benefits counseling skills and resources in rehabilitation counseling serves as a core component of this course.
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REHAB 5656 - CASE MANAGEMENT IN REHABILITATION COUNSELING [1-3 Credits]
Basic theories, research, practices, knowledge, and skills pertinent to successful case management by rehabilitation counselors are further explored in this course. Best practices of case management knowledge and skills in a variety of rehabilitation counseling practice settings (e.g., forensic rehabilitation, life care planning, public rehabilitation, private rehabilitation) will be explored.
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REHAB 5658 - SUBSTANCE ABUSE IN COUNSELING [3 Credits]
This course explores issues of a variety of substance abuse-related disabilities. Emphasis is placed on the 8-core competencies that counselors would practice in a substance abuses treatment setting. Each counseling core competency is highlighted with an examination of various theories and types of substance abuse counseling interventions. Other topics covered include the psychopharmacology of commonly abuses drugs and issues accompanying a co-existing substance related disability and other disability. Lastly, policy issues pertaining to the services provided to individuals with substance abuse-related disabilities are examined.
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REHAB 5659 - PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATIONS [3 Credits]
Professional-level oral and written comunications skills germane to success as a rehabilitation counselor are further developed in this course. Learning resources, including student assignments, focus upon the organization content, and style of professional writing and professional presentation activities across a spectrum of rehabilitation counseling responsibilities and opportunities.
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REHAB 5660 - CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN COUNSELING [1-6 Credits]
This course examines current issues and research in the field of counseling. Emphasis is on interdisciplinary collaborative practice and facilitating models of service delivery that emphasize integrated, comprehensive services that are mutually planned by the client and counselor. Topics may include problem solving, substance abuse, death and dying, chronic pain, and program evaluation. Topics may vary from semester to semester.
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REHAB 5661 - INTRODUCTION TO PLAY THERAPY [3 Credits]
This course is intended as an Introduction to Play Therapy in counseling when working with children. Students will be presented with the history of play therapy, its varying models, as well as rationale for play therapy, and basic practice skills.
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REHAB 5662 - PRIVATE SECTOR REHABILITATION COUNSELING [3 Credits]
This course will provide an in-depth look into the private sector of the vocational rehabilitation field, including aspects of Workers’ Compensation, third party litigation, Social Security hearings, and Life Care Planning with an emphasis on Licensure and Certification. This course will provide detailed information, resources and professional contacts in the industry preparing counselors for future career opportunities through instruction and discussion by professionals in Private Sector community and through the use of a blended learning program. This course will also prepare counselors to serve people with disabilities and assume a full range of responsibilities required in a variety of rehabilitation agencies and organizations, as well as contribute to scholarship and services in the rehabilitation community.
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REHAB 5664 - ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION [1-3 Credits]
Professional-level oral and written communication skills germane to service as a rehabilitation counselor are further explored in this course. Students will participate in the writing of professional manuscripts to be submitted for publication and in the development and delivery of professional conference presentations.
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REHAB 5665 - GRANT WRITING IN COUNSELING [1-3 Credits]
Grant writing skills, processes, resources, and opportunities in the mental health field are explored. Students receive instruction and practice in understanding and utilizing various grant writing templates, and understanding and applying pertinent concepts such as needs assessment, meta-analysis, knowledge translation, logic models, funding, evaluation, submission, and management. Permission of Instructor Required.
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REHAB 6611 - COUNSELING THEORIES AND PRACTICES [3 Credits]
An examination of the generic model of the counseling process and a detailed critical review of several major counseling theories relevant to rehabilitation counseling are conducted. Special attention is given to the counseling needs of diverse special populations and cultural groups. An ultimate goal of the course is to enable students to develop a theoretically based personal approach to counseling.
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REHAB 6611 - COUNSELING THEORIES AND PRACTICES [3 Credits]
An examination of the generic model of the counseling process and a detailed critical review of several major counseling theories relevant to rehabilitation counseling are conducted. Special attention is given to the counseling needs of diverse special populations and cultural groups. An ultimate goal of the course is to enable students to develop a theoretically based personal approach to counseling.
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REHAB 6612 - COUNSELING TECHNIQUES AND PROCESS [3 Credits]
Students are instructed in basic counseling and communication skills. This lab-oriented class uses videotaped role plays to help students learn basic communication and counseling skills. Students receive individualized feedback
from the faculty instructor as well as their peers. Prerequisite: REHAB 6611. P/F grading.
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REHAB 6614 - GROUP PROCESS AND COUNSELING [3 Credits]
The dynamics of group interactions are examined from both theoretical and practical perspectives. Topics addressed include types of groups (including peer, support, and problem/issue groups), marriage and family concerns, leadership styles, counselor roles, and models of problem resolution. The student acquires practical experience as both a member and a leader of groups.
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REHAB 6630 - VOCATIONAL COUNSELING/CAREER DEVELOPMENT [3 Credits]
Vocational, career, and occupational resources and systems and how to access and utilize them with individuals with disabilities are discussed in detail. This course includes a discussion of state of the art practices in areas such as supported employment, proprietary rehabilitation, and computerized vocational instruments. Students learn career development theories and how to apply them to
counseling individuals with disabilities. Students make field site visits to identify community vocational resources and gain exposure to occupational classifications within local businesses and industries.
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REHAB 6632 - ASSESSMENT IN COUNSELING [3 Credits]
This course covers basic testing and measurement concepts, construct evaluation, and assessment strategies are explored. Students receive instruction in and practice using measurement techniques including: psychometric tests (such as intelligence, achievement, aptitude, interest, and personality tests), behavioral assessment, situational assessment, ecological assessment, and work samples. Students learn how to apply assessment data gathered to formulate reports and service plans for people with varying abilities. Issues related to diversity for assessment purposes are emphasized. Prerequisite: REHAB 6640
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REHAB 6634 - ETHICS IN COUNSELING [3 Credits]
This course is designed to provide the graduate student with an overview of current legal, ethical, and professional issues related to the practice of counseling. The course focuses on providing the students with a point of reference from which to define acceptable professional behavior based upon the Code of Professional Ethics for Counselors, on helping students understand the problems, issues and concerns confronting rehabilitation practitioners, and on developing an ethical awareness and problem solving mindedness that cuts across job functions and work settings.
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REHAB 6640 - RESEARCH METHODS & TECHNIQUES IN REHABILITATION [3 Credits]
This course will provide a learning experience for students so that by the end of the semester they will have attained a basic knowledge of research design, interpretation of research findings, and utilization of results. This course is a
review of basic statistics and their application to behavioral sciences. Research design and methodology are presented, offering students the opportunity to develop individual research projects during the semester. Special attention will
be made to facilitate the use of research design in problem solving.
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REHAB 6641 - PRACTICUM IN COUNSELING [3 Credits]
Students acquire field counseling experience and firsthand knowledge of the purpose, function, services, and clientele of an agency. Students apply knowledge learned in didactic courses and achieve specific competencies in counseling during the course of their off-site placement in a rehabilitation or mental health setting. Supervision is provided by a professional in the facility or program, and by the departmental faculty. Prerequisites: REHAB 6611, REHAB 6612. Permission of Department. P/F grading.
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REHAB 6643 - INTERNSHIP IN COUNSELING I [6-12 Credits]
A part-time or full-time placement in a rehabilitation setting is provided. Students are placed in a setting that is related to their career goals. The student is expected to take on the full complement of duties expected by a professional counselor in that setting. These include, but will not be limited to, individual counseling, case management, utilization of community resources, advocacy, and client assessment. Supervision is provided by a professional in the facility or program and by the departmental faculty on both counseling and case conceptualization. This course includes a weekly group meeting with the faculty supervisor in which case conceptualization and counseling process issues are reviewed. Prerequisites: Students must have completed at least 42 of the 48 non-internship hours (including REHAB 6611, REHAB 6612, REHAB 6614, REHAB 6641) and have successfully passed the departmental comprehensive exam. Permission of Department.
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REHAB 6645 - INTERNSHIP IN COUNSELING II [6 Credits]
A part-time placement in a rehabilitation or mental health setting is provided. Students are placed in a setting that is related to their career goals. The student is expected to take on the full complement of duties expected by a professional counselor in that setting. These include, but will not be limited to, individual counseling, case management, utilization of community resources, advocacy, and client assessment. Supervision is provided by a professional in the facility or program and by the department faculty on both counseling and case conceptualization. This course includes a weekly group meeting with the faculty supervisor in which case conceptualization and counseling process issues are reviewed. Prerequisites: Students must have completed at least 42 of the 48 non-internship hours (including REHAB 6611, REHAB 6612, REHAB 6614, REHAB 6641, REHAB 6643) and have successfully passed the departmental comprehensive exam. Permission of Department.
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REHAB 6650 - COUNSELING RESEARCH PRACTICUM [1-6 Credits]
The research practicum is designed to involve students with ongoing research in counseling. Students are involved in a variety of research activities with a designated faculty member that include: conceptualization of a research project, library research concerning a research topic, stimulus material design, data collection, data entry, data analysis, writing tasks relevant to the research, presentation of findings, and publication of research articles. Students are assigned to a faculty member. The specific nature of the student’s activities will be determined in consultation with the faculty member and formalized in a research practicum contract signed by both the student and faculty member. Credits may be taken in increments of 1 to 6 credits in any semester. A one-credit load is the equivalent of three hours per week of student activity. Students must accumulate a minimum of 3 credits of research practicum. Although students may take research practicum hours in addition to the 3 required, any such additional hours cannot be used to take the place of a program elective or special topics course. Permission of instructor is required.
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SOSC 1000 - SOCIAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE [3 Credits]
Social Science Elective
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SOSC 1000 - SOCIAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE [3 Credits]
Social Science Elective
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SOSC 1000 - SOCIAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE [3 Credits]
Social Science Elective
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SOSC 1000 - SOCIAL SCIENCES [3 Credits]
Prerequisite Course
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SOSC 1100 - SOCIAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE [3 Credits]
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SOSC 2000 - SCIENCE ELECTIVE [3 Credits]
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SPTP 400 - SPECIAL TOPICS (PASS/FAIL) [38 Hours]
Alcoholism and Drug Abuse, Human Sexuality, Nutrition, Office Management and Financial Planning.
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SPTP 500 - SPECIAL TOPICS - USMLE REVIEW [76-912 Hours]
Legacy Course: SPTPC0500001 – SPECIAL TOPICS-USMLE- LSUMC
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SPTP 501 - SPECIAL TOPICS (PASS/FAIL) [76-912 Hours]
SPECIAL TOPICS- SPTP 501
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Speech |
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SPCH 1000 - SPEECH ELECTIVE [3 Credits]
Speech Elective
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SPCH 1000 - SPEECH ELECTIVE [3 Credits]
Speech Elective
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Speech Pathology and Audiology |
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SPTHAUD 999 - EXAM ONLY [0 Credit]
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SPTHAUD 5100 - SURVEY OF COMMUNICATION DISORDERS [3 Credits]
A survey of the normal and abnormal processes in communication including articulation, voice, fluency, language and hearing disorders. Audiology students may take this course to meet the speech disorders requirement.
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SPTHAUD 5131 - HEARING SCIENCE [3 Credits]
The basic principles of acoustics related to hearing will be introduced along with the anatomy and physiology of the auditory system. Topics include: generation, transmission, and measurement of sound; peripheral and central auditory system.
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SPTHAUD 5132 - SPEECH SCIENCE [3 Credits]
The basic principles of acoustics related to speech will be introduced. Topics include generation, transmission, and measurement of sound; frequency, intensity and duration, waveform composition, physiologic and psychologic aspects of acoustic phonetics.
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SPTHAUD 5134 - NORMAL LANGUAGE ACQUISTION [3 Credits]
This course provides an introduction to the scientific study of language. Linguistic terminology and subsystems, sociolinguistics, and psycholinguistics with emphasis on normal aspects of language acquisition are presented. Implications of linguistic theory for the practice of speech language pathology are addressed.
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SPTHAUD 5136 - CLINICAL PHONETICS AND PHONOLOGY [3 Credits]
This course introduces articulatory phonetics and transcription using the International Phonetic Alphabet, including extensions for abnormal speech. An overview of normal aspects of articulation and phonology including, coarticulation, segmental and non-segmental phonology, and phonological acquisition will also be included. Laboratory exercises are included.
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SPTHAUD 5201 - INTRODUCTION TO DIAGNOSTIC AUDIOLOGY [3 Credits]
Introduction to basic audiological testing concepts and procedures including the audiogram, pure tone audiometry, masking, speech testing, and immittance.
Students acquire basic proficiency in test procedures.
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SPTHAUD 5203 - PRINCIPLES OF MANAGING THE HEARING IMPAIRED [2 Credits]
This course will focus on the habilitation/rehabilitation of individuals with hearing impairments. Varying procedures and rationales for management in a variety of
settings will be discussed. Psychological, social, and educational aspects of hearing impairment in children and adults will be addressed.
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