Speech Pathology Intervention Practices 2

Unit code: HHB6002 | Study level: Postgraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Park
Prerequisites
HHB6001 - Speech Pathology Intervention Practices 1
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

This units builds on Speech Pathology Intervention Practices 1 by exploring a range of impairment informed speech pathology interventions across the speech pathology communication domains in working with individuals across the lifespan and inclusive of diversity. This unit will particularly focus on exploring of principles and components related to planning speech pathology interventions, measurement of communication and/or swallowing outcomes and discharge planning using evidence-based practice principles and processes. Students will engage via inquiry, case-based, simulation and reflective learning activities. Intervention and discharge practices will also be considered in the broader professional, regulatory, ethical and legal contexts in which speech pathology professional practice occurs.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Critically appraise the scientific evidence for the purpose of planning evidence- informed speech pathology, intervention and discharge processes;
  2. Implement and critically evaluate speech pathology interventions targeting enhancement in body structure, body function, and/or activity and participation for individuals with a range of communication and/or swallowing difficulties;
  3. Plan and justify appropriate methods for measuring outcomes following implementation of speech pathology interventions;
  4. Monitor individual performance within speech pathology interventions to formulate appropriate modifications to maximise outcomes and discharge planning;
  5. Critically reflect on personal skills to establish, review and revise goals for professional development.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Presentation
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Grade: 30%
Group presentation delivering individual, community, targeted and/or universal/systemic intervention or service responses (10-15 mins).
Assessment type: Assignment
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Grade: 30%
Outcome measurement (1000 word equivalence)
Assessment type: Report
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Grade: 40%
Discharge report (1500 words)
Assessment type: Practicum
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Grade: 0%
Part a) Viva (hurdle) (15 mins) Part b) Reflection (500 word equivalence)

This unit has a mapped whole- of- cohort hurdle task which aligns with the Speech Pathology Australia accreditation requirement for must-pass assessments where students must perform at a standard appropriate for entry to the profession. Assessment Task 4 is a must pass/ hurdle requirement for students to; demonstrate real-time ability to plan evidence-informed intervention (LO 1), demonstrate real-time ability to identify appropriate outcome measures to measure treatment effectiveness (LO 3) and demonstrate awareness of own personal and professional abilities and limitations over time (Standard 2.1 and LO 5). The standards being assessed by the hurdle tasks include Standards/elements 1.6.b, 2.1.a, 2.1.b and 3.4.a, 3.4.b. Please see the Accreditation section below for additional information.

Required reading

Students will be directed to relevant professional and clinical guidelines as well as scientific literature in texts and journals in the VU collaborate space for this unit.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Bachelor of Speech and Language Sciences/Master of Speech Pathology
HCSP | Bachelor degree | Duration: 4.5 years
Master of Speech Pathology
HMST | Masters (coursework) degree | Duration: 2 years

Refer to the course page for information on how to apply for the course. VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this unit information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that unit information is current with the Student Contact Centre.

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