COMD 633

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Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders

Communication Disorders David O. McKay School of Education

Course Description

Assessment and treatment of swallowing disorders.

When Taught

Winter

Min

3

Fixed/Max

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Title

Swallowing

Learning Outcome

Demonstrate knowledge of basic swallowing processes, including their biological, neurological, and developmental bases.

Title

Swallowing Disorders

Learning Outcome

Demonstrate knowledge of the nature of swallowing disorders, including their etiologies, characteristics, anatomical/physiological, psychological, and developmental correlates.

Title

Treatment

Learning Outcome

Explain the principles and methods of prevention, assessment, and intervention for people with swallowing disorders, including consideration of anatomical/physiological, psychological, and developmental correlates of the disorders.