SLPA 6603 - Fluency Disorders

This course presents the theory, diagnosis and treatment of fluency disorders across the lifespan to develop knowledge about individuals with stuttering and related fluency disorders. This course will review the symptomatology of stuttering, survey theories of stuttering, and examine normal versus abnormal fluency development. Students will learn about the differential diagnosis of stuttering and related disorders of fluency. This course will include a review of evidence-based therapy approaches, to provide quality services to clients. A central focus will be placed on the design and application of treatment programs for individuals across the life continuum, who stutter. Students will apply knowledge from this course to make recommendations for individuals in schools, healthcare, and private therapy settings. 3 credits.