Comm Sciences & Disorders: Swallowing Disorders

Introduction to normal and disordered swallowing function across the life span including etiologies, signs/symptoms of dysphagia, diagnostic procedures and treatment within an interdisciplinary model. Prerequisite: Communication Sciences & Disorders Graduate student.

Hybrid course; CSD 1st year graduate students only; Face-to-face meetings and on-line work to be announced; Open to Degree and PACE students Open to degree and non-degree students

Introduction to normal and disordered swallowing function across the life span including etiologies, signs/symptoms of dysphagia, diagnostic procedures and treatment within an interdisciplinary model.

• Identify the stages/domains of swallowing • Identify neuroanatomy of swallowing function • Examine & describe structure & function of normal swallow • Describe signs and symptoms (S/S) of a dysfunctional swallow across various diagnoses and compare/contrast with normal swallow • Examine and describe basic differences/similarities between pediatric and adult swallowing function • List various ethical considerations a clinician will encounter in practice • Describe your role within various team structures across educational and medical settings • Complete diagnostic reports critical for best patient care and service reimbursement Students will attend a 3-hour class once a week. Weekly readings will be assigned that will cover the objectives above. Students are required to complete an online training program, MBSImP, which is an additional cost to students of $79.

Students are evaluated through quizzes, tests, oral and written presentations, and completion of the online training program (MBSImP).