SL 470 - Professional Issues in Speech-Language Pathology

Offered Fall: No Offered Winter: No Offered Summer: No Offered Other: Yes

2 Credits
Hours (Lecture - Discussion - Lab): 2-0-0
Prerequisites: SL 356 and SL 400 or instructor permission.

This course examines contemporary ethics and issues. Regulations and requirements for professional practice such as certifications, licensure, and other local, state, and national policies will be discussed. Legislative issues and third-party reimbursement issues will be included. Other aspects of discussion include academic accreditation as well as ASHA practice policies and guidelines.