James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2024

SL3012 - Speech Pathology Clinical Processes D

Subject Description

This subject further develops students' clinical knowledge, skills, and professional attributes with an emphasis on achieving intermediate level competency in working clinically with children and/or adults with a range of communication needs. Tutorials will focus on broadening knowledge and skills in a range of practice areas including different models of speech pathology service provision, collaborative practice methods, and advocacy. Students will undertake direct and simulated clinical placement activities under the supervision of clinical educators and will gain experience of working with paediatric and/or adult clients with concerns related to communication and/or swallowing. These placement activities will be designed to complement and build on the experiences gained previously in SL3011 Speech Pathology Clinical Processes C.

Learning Outcomes

• evaluate speech pathology service provision, opportunities for collaborative practice, and advocacy with reference to professional standards of speech pathology practice in Australia and associated professional and legislative frameworks
• administer and implement a range of speech pathology assessment and intervention approaches applicable to working with children and/or adults with communication and/or swallowing concerns
• critically reflect on own clinical performance and plan and justify further personal and professional development with reference to professional standards of speech pathology practice in Australia including client centered and evidence based practices
• apply clinical reasoning to the planning of evidence-informed assessment and intervention practices to support individuals and communities in the areas of communication and/or swallowing

Subject Assessment

• Performance/Practice/Product > Portfolio - (50%) - Individual
• Performance/Practice/Product > Objective structured clinical examination (OSCE) - (50%) - Individual
• Performance/Practice/Product > Professional placement performance - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Special Assessment Requirements

Passing requirements: complete and submit all assessment items; pass every assessment item; achieve a cumulative score of at least 50% after the application of any penalties such as late penalties; attend all scheduled clinical placement hours.

Availabilities