Course Plan

SLPĀ Online Prerequisites

Some SLP Online courses require prerequisites. Click the tabs below to view the course descriptions and the required prerequisites for each course.

SLP Prerequisite Waiver Request

If you have taken the required prerequisite(s) at another college/university, please complete the SLP Prerequisite Waiver Request Form.

Advising

Ms. Stephanie Bailey is the advisor for Longwood’s SLP Online coursework. She can be reached for advising questions at baileysw2@longwood.edu.

SLP Online Prerequisite Course Descriptions 

PCSD 201 Introduction to Communication Disorders

An overview of various speech, language, swallowing, and hearing disorders; factors related to the causes and severity of communication and swallowing disorders; and the professionals associated with communication and swallowing disorders, specifically speech-language pathologists and audiologists.

Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. 3 credits

PCSD 285 Language Development

An introduction to the normal acquisition of language, including the components of language, the physical, social, and cognitive bases for language, theories of language development, and how language evolves from infancy through adulthood. Cultural influences on language development will also be explored. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. 3 credits

PCSD 307 Phonetics

The phonetic structure of the English language, its dialects and derivations; clinical application of the International Phonetic Alphabet. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. 3 credits

PCSD 313 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing Mechanisms

Prerequisite: Biology 101 or equivalent

Anatomical structures of the human communications system and the physiology of inter-related movement. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. 3 credits

PCSD 315 Speech Sound Disorders

Pre-requisites: PCSD 307

Etiology, evaluation, and treatment of individuals with speech sound disorders including articulation and phonological disorders and an introduction of transcription for disordered speech with the use of diacritics. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. 3 credits

PCSD 316 Language Disorders Across the Lifespan

Pre-requisites: PCSD 285

This course will examine the identification, evaluation, and treatment of language disorders across the lifespan in children, adolescents, and adults. The course will also explore etiological factors, and basic assessment and management procedures for culturally and linguistically diverse populations. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. 3 credits

PCSD 361 Introduction of Audiology and Hearing Science

Prerequisite: PCSD 313 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing Mechanisms (may be taken concurrently)

Physics of sound; physiology of hearing; types and amounts of hearing loss; hearing evaluation: audiometry. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. 3 credits

PCSD 370 Aural Rehabilitation

Prerequisite: PCSD 307 Phonetics, PCSD 313 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing Mechanisms, and PCSD 361 Introduction to Audiology and Hearing Science

This course introduces students to the theories and procedures used to provide aural re (habilitation) to individuals with hearing loss across the lifespan. Interventions aimed at minimizing the communication difficulties associated with hearing, cultural issues, early identification, early intervention, amplification options, and educational/vocational placements are discussed. Students will learn how treatment approaches are tailored to the needs of individuals and their families. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. 3 credits

PCSD 450 Speech Science

Prerequisite: PCSD 307 Phonetics, PCSD 313 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing Mechanisms, and PCSD 361 Introduction to Audiology and Hearing Science

An introduction to speech science theory, instrumentation, and measurement. Emphasis on normal speech perception and production. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. 3 credits

 

 

PCSD 455 Neurology in Human Communication

Prerequisite: PCSD 313 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing Mechanisms

 

An overview of neurology as it relates to communication and Communication Sciences and Disorders. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. 3 credits

 

PCSD 489 Introduction to Clinical Practice

Prerequisite: PCSD 315 Speech Sound Disorders & PCSD 316 Language Disorders Across the Lifespan OR PCSD 314 Phonology and Language Disorders or consent of instructor

Class instruction related to clinical methods and practicum experience plus 25 hours field experience with a Speech-Language Pathologist or Audiologist. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. 2 credits

PCSD 497 Roles, Responsibilities, and Competencies of the SLPA

Pre-requisite: CSDS 489 or PCSD 489

A course including instruction on the roles, responsibilities, and scope of practice for a Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) and how to effectively collaborate with an SLP. 

Offered Spring Only. 2 credits

PPHY 103 Conceptual Physics

This course is being piloted during the summer 2020 term.

A survey of basic physics principles taught from a conceptual basis. A broad survey of physics will be demonstrated in this course, covering topics such as mechanics, fluids, heat, electricity, magnetism, and light. The course will apply basic physics principles to our daily lives.

Offered Summer Only, 3 lectures and one 2-hour lab period. 4 credits


State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA)

The State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA) is a voluntary, regional approach to state authorization in which affiliated higher education institutions in member states agree to adhere to specific policies and standards related to distance education, supervised field experiences, and certain other activities.  As of summer 2017, students may complete an internship, clinical placement, practicum or student teaching for Longwood credit in any of the 50 states.

For more information about SARA, see nc-sara.org.