SLHS 1150 1st Edition Lecture 4 Outline of Last Lecture I. Practice QuizII. Disorder vs Difference III. Type of CDsOutline of Current Lecture I. Speech Language Pathology and Audiology Criteria/CertificationII. Work SettingsIII. Allied ProfessionsIV. Future Job OutlookCurrent LectureI. Speech Language pathologist: professional involved in prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disorders of speech, language and swallowing. Entry level: master’s degree400 clock hours of clinical experience9 month clinical fellowshipAudiologist: professional involved in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of hearing and balance disorders. Entry level: clinical doctorate or research doctorate.12 months of clinical practicum Objective: to optimize individuals’ ability to communicate thus improving quality of life. Certification (CCC): nationally recognized professional credential that represents a level of excellenceLicensure: legal requirement to practice; varies by state.II. Work Settings- Schools- Hospitals- Rehab centers- Clinics- Research labs- Many more Day in the Life of a ClinicianThese notes represent a detailed interpretation of the professor’s lecture. GradeBuddy is best used as a supplement to your own notes, not as a substitute.1. Evaluation2. Treatment3. Patient/Family Education4. Team meetingsIII. Allied Professions that SLPs and audiologists work with- Special educators- ENT doctors- Pediatricians, Neurologists, Gerontologists- Psychologists - Physical TherapistsIV. Future Job Outlook- Excellent job market- Job growth is expected to grow- Need for clinicians who speak different languages because of the large number of people entering our schools. There is also a distinction between disorder and
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