Professional Competencies in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781284174533)

Professional Competencies in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology is designed for the professional issues course at the graduate level in a speech-language pathology or audiology program. ASHA recently updated the curriculum standards for master's level programs to include a list of professional competencies, identifying a need for direct instruction in professional competencies for SLP students. The purpose of this text will be to provide that direct instruction in professional competency and soft-skills. Topics such as cultural competence, professional duties, collaborative practices clinical reasoning and evidence-based practices, and effective communication skills will be covered.Many chapters in this textbook will be co-authored by non-SLPs who have extensive knowledge in the topic area. By pairing the expertise of individuals outside of SLPs with the author, professional competencies can be taught in-depth and applied to clinical cases and situations.This textbook will employ a Theory to Practice approach through examples, practice, and application as follows: - Theoretical concepts will be presented- Theoretical concepts will be applied to the field by the author through examples- Readers will then be given an opportunity to apply theories to provided case studies- Suggestions for application in current settings will be given and questions for reflection will be provided

Author: Tonya Dantuma
ISBN-10: 1284174530
ISBN-13: 9781284174533
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
Language: English
Published: 03/04/2020
Pages: 226
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.65lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.60d