Courses
SLHS 340 NEURO. BASIS OF COMM & SWALLOWING 3.0 Credit(s)
This course describes the development and anatomy and physiology of the neurological system that underlies communication and swallowing and is a prerequisite for further study in medical speech, language and swallowing disorders. 3 credits; lab/lecture format. Prerequisite: Take SLHS-300
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years
SLHS 350 INTRO TO CLINICAL METHODS & OBSERVATION 3.0 Credit(s)
This course will orient students to clinical practicum, including the scope of assessment and intervention across the life span. It will include an overview of goal writing, lesson planning, writing SOAP notes, report writing, progress monitoring, and ethical conduct. Legislative, regulatory, and reimbursement issues that affect the practice of Speech-Language Pathology in educational and medical settings will be presented. As part of this course, students will complete 25 hours of intensive observations in various educational and medical settings. Prerequisite: Take SLHS-200 SLHS-201
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
SLHS 399 CMD COMPARISON IN US/IRELAND 3.0 Credit(s)
Students will compare and contrast the roles of Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs) and Audiologists (AuDs)in the United States and Ireland; more specifically students will differentiate between: Scope of practice, licensure, professional organizations and affiliations, healthcare systems and regulations, educational systems and regulations, Deaf culture and Sign Language, prevention, assessment and treatment protocols. Prerequisite: Take SLHS-200 SLHS-201
Offered: Summer Semester All Years
SLHS 351 INTRO TO CLINICAL METHODS LAB 1.0 Credit(s)
This course will permit students to apply knowledge acquired in the co-requisite course, Introduction to Clinical Methods and Observations, to guided observations of clinical practice. Prerequisite: Take SLHS-350
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
SLHS 335 CULTURAL AND STRUCTURAL LINGUISTICS 3.0 Credit(s)
This course provides an overview of Linguistics from a structural and cultural perspective. Students will explore connections between languaage, culture and identity.
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
SLHS 360 RESEARCH IN SLHS 3.0 Credit(s)
This course will provide students with a supervised research experience in speech, language, hearing or swallowing. Prerequisite: Take SLHS-200 SLHS-201 MA-131
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
HS 330 INTRO PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FOR HEALTH PROF 3.0 Credit(s)
This course provides an overview of the fundamental principles of pathophysiology relevant to healthcare professionals. Students will explore the mechanisms of disease, including cellular injury, inflammation, and immune responses, and how these processes affect body systems. Emphasis is placed on applying this knowledge to understand common health conditions and support clinical decision-making. Pre-Req: (BIO 206, 207, 208, 209) Prerequisite: Take BI-206 BI-208 BI-208 BI-209
Offered: All Semesters All Years
HS 301 SPIRITUALITY IN HEALTH CARE 3.0 Credit(s)
Explores the spiritual dimension of healthcare and the incorporation of spirituality into the caring relationship. The intersection of religion, spiritual practices, culture, diversity, life stages, and health issues is examined. Other topics include the identification of one's personal spirituality, discussion of the ethical provision of spiritual care by the healthcare professional, importance of the consideration of spiritual care needs by the healthcare team, and the difference in the roles of the healthcare professional and pastoral care professional.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
EV 399 INTERNSHIP 3.0 Credit(s)
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PO 317 AFRICAN POLITICS 3.0 Credit(s)
Examines Africa as it has evolved over the years under outside influence-colonial rule, post-colonial or Cold War period, and under globalization during the 1990s. Explores reasons for political conflict in Africa and barriers to conflict resolution. Africa's economic resurgence in the twenty-first century is also examined.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
SP 320 CONTEM.ISSUES LATIN AMERICA 3.0 Credit(s)
Discussions based on current materials, including books, newspapers, magazines, and movies from the Spanish world. Prerequisite: TAKE SP-201 AND SP-202
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
SP 382 CULTURES OF MEDIEVAL SPAIN 3.0 Credit(s)
A study of the three cultures and religious traditions comprising Medieval Spain, from the fall of the Roman Empire to 1492: Christian, Moorish (Arab), and Jewish. Varied readings as well as written assignments, oral presentations, and class discussions are required. Prerequisite: TAKE SP-201 AND SP-202ýOr Permission of Department
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PO 320 PHILANTHROPY AND SOC ENTREPRENEURSHIP 3.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to the world of philanthropy and social entrepreneurship, focusing on how people and organizations make a positive difference in society. Students will learn about nonprofit organizations, fundraising, and why individuals choose to help others, while also exploring how innovative business ideas can solve social problems. Through discussions, case studies, and hands-on projects, students will develop their own ideas for addressing important social challenges.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PO 319 POLITICAL PSYCHOLOGY 3.0 Credit(s)
Themes and concepts related to the expanding field of political psychology. Topics include the impact of media, nationalism, extremism, and security. The psychology of leadership is examined through case studies.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PO 308 MONEY, MARKETS, & THE STATE 3.0 Credit(s)
This course investigates the foundations of market capitalism and the state's role in organizing economic life. Students will analyze the tension between market forces and democratic values, exploring how political institutions enable and constrain capitalist systems.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department