Course content

Theoretical introduction to the speech fluency disorders stuttering and cluttering. Identification of the various difficulties and assessment of possible treatment measures are emphasized. The subject includes reflection on one's own practice and the ability to use theory in practical speech therapy work is emphasized.

Learning outcome

Knowledge

After completing the course, the student will have basic knowledge of theoretical and practical aspects related to

- various forms of speech fluency difficulties

- risk factors, characteristics and trends

- methods and tools for assessing and identifying speech fluency disorders and other factors that can affect speech fluency, with consequences for communication and life situation

- knowledge of different treatment methods for speech fluency disorders and assessment of individually adapted measures

- knowledge of the advisory role, the importance of relationship, holistic thinking and taking care of individual wishes and needs

Skills

After completing the course, the student can

- identify speech fluency difficulties

- implement relevant specific and comprehensive measures for children, young people and adults with speech fluency disorders.

- reflect critically on one’s own practice and relate it to relevant theory on speech fluency disorders

- evaluate the effect of measures for treating speech fluency disorders

- be able to reflect on one's own role as a speech therapist and adviser in meetings with people with speech fluency difficulties and their close people/network

General competence

After completing the course, the student must

- have acquired an understanding of characteristic features of speech fluency disorders

- know and use various mapping tools for identifying speech fluency disorders and other conditions that affect speech, communication and life quality

- be able to assess and implement measures adapted to the person and his/her overall life situation.

- holistic thinking/understanding of one's own role in meeting people with speech fluency disorders and their situation and life environment

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, plenary discussions, group work and individual work. The course has mandatory requirements. It is assumed that all students regularly use the current learning platform.

Compulsory assignments

• Compulsory assignment
• Compulsory assignment
• Compulsory attendance

Further on evaluation

To be allowed to sit for the exam, you must have attended 80% of the teaching.

Only your own and your child's illness or the like are valid reasons for absence.

Work requirements: 2 compulsory work requirements must be approved before sitting the exam.

Validity of compulsory activity: 4 semesters.

Specific conditions:

Compulsory activities from previous semester may be approved by the department.

Specific conditions

Required previous knowledge

Requires admission to the Master's program in speech therapy. Speech Therapy (MLOGO)