Content of Learning Activity

The teaching unit will cover the following areas:

- Clarification of essential theoretical concepts: definition of the concepts of communication, language, and speech, as well as the related areas of intervention in speech-language therapy.

- Introduction to language disorders: a general theoretical overview of the main language disorders, whether developmental or acquired, and their clinical profiles. Disorders affecting the ENT sphere (sensory disorders, voice and swallowing disorders, oromyofunctional disorders) and numerical cognition (dyscalculia) will also be addressed.

- Assessment and intervention methodology: an introduction to the main approaches used in speech-language therapy, with an emphasis on the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to language disorders. Principles of prevention and family involvement will also be discussed.

- Overview of the speech-language therapy profession: history of the profession and exploration of legal aspects (healthcare funding, administrative responsibilities), types of professional practice (private, salaried), and settings (hospitals, schools, rehabilitation centers, nursing homes, PMS centers, etc.). The course will also provide an overview of the theoretical knowledge, technical skills, and personal qualities required for professional practice.


 

Required Learning Resources/Tools

Slides provided on the Moodle platform

Recommended Learning Resources/Tools

No one

Other Recommended Reading

Recommended readings provided on Moodle

Mode of delivery

• Face-to-face

Type of Teaching Activity/Activities

• Cours magistraux

Evaluations

The assessment methods of the Learning Activity (AA) are specified in the course description of the corresponding Educational Component (UE)