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SPE3104 Neurogenic Communication Disorders
SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY AND SOCIAL SCIENCE
Credit Points: 15
Prerequisites:
PSY2214 Biological Psychology, Sensation and Perception
 
Description:

This unit provides students with knowledge of the neuroscience associated with developmental, acquired and degenerative neurogenic communication disorders. Students will be introduced to the theories and techniques associated with clinical neurological examination, neuroimaging and neuropsychological assessment specific to the disorders of sensorimotor integration, cognition and language. They will be taught how to critically evaluate the theoretical assumptions underlying management of developmental, acquired and degenerative communicative disorders.



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This Unit is part of the following Courses / Unit Sets
K71Bachelor of Speech Pathology
 
 
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 30/04/2009 VET: 30/04/2009