Course Description
Issues related to the profession, service delivery, ethics, legal considerations, funding issues, program administration and credentialing. Content is in accordance with the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Scope of Practice. Prerequisite: Students enrolled in the M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology program or permission of instructor.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Identify predictable ethical risks and prevention strategies for ethical violations in each job setting.
- Contrast professional and business practices in different speech-language work settings.
- Evaluate service delivery systems (e.g., schools, healthcare, etc.).
- Formulate ways of protecting one's professional reputation through understanding of professional competency, liability, and employment-related litigation matters.
- Develop resumes, cover letters, and interview skills in preparation for employment process.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Two (2) In-Class Ethics Small Group Presentations | 100 points |
| Midterm Examination | 100 points |
| ‘Call-to-Action’ on a Professional Issue Paper | 100 points |
Grading Scale: A = 300-290, B = 289-279, C = 278-268, Below 268 = F.
Attendance/Participation:
Students are expected to attend all classes unless they have an excused absence. Two unexcused absences will result in lowering of the final grade by one letter.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
There is no textbook required for this course. To successfully complete this course, students will need a device (computer, tablet, etc.) and access to a reliable internet connection.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.