school of health professions - Student Handbook 2021-2022


SLHS Knowledge and Skills Acquisition/Learning Outcomes

Speech-Language and Hearing Sciences Learning Outcomes (undergraduate)
Upon completion of the speech-language and hearing sciences undergraduate program, students will be able to: (Examples of assignments the students will complete to accomplish the Learning Outcome)
Identify major anatomical structures and physiological processes underlying speech, hearing, and swallowing (Written exams, lab practicals)
Obtain, transcribe, and analyze speech-language samples at a basic level (Course projects, sample analysis on exams)
Summarize the ramifications of different cultural, linguistic, and/or dialectal backgrounds on communication (Written exams, multicultural class project)
Identify major milestones of typical speech and language development and factors which place individuals at risk for communication disorders (e.g., hearing loss, neurogenic issues) (Written exams)
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing (Observation lab reports, article abstracts, class presentations)
Utilize effective interpersonal communication skills in the exchange of information and collaboration with peers and healthcare professionals (Interprofessional education course modules and project completion)
Demonstrate general education competencies adopted by the TTUHSC for all undergraduate degree programs (Exam prior to graduation)