CSD 564 - Craniofacial Disorder

Institution:

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Communication Sci/Disorders

Description:

This course provides an overview of craniofacial disorders with emphasis on cleft lip and/or palate and velopharyngeal inadequacy (VPI). An understanding of anatomy and physiology of the craniofacial complex, embryological development, and etiological factors are presented. The effects of cleft lip and/or palate and VPI on speech, hearing, and language are described. Procedures for diagnosis and treatment of communication disorders and related management issues will be discussed. Prerequisite: Graduate Enrollment in Speech Pathology. Three hours lecture per week.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.commonwealthu.edu/

Phone Number:

(570) 389-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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