HS836-7-AU-CO:
Speech and Language Therapy - Adults 1

The details
2023/24
Health and Social Care (School of)
Colchester Campus
Autumn
Postgraduate: Level 7
Current
Thursday 05 October 2023
Monday 29 July 2024
15
08 August 2023

 

Requisites for this module
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Key module for

MSC B62024 Speech and Language Therapy (Pre-Registration)

Module description

This module builds on knowledge from year 1 of the programme, introducing core adult pathology of dysphagia, voice disorders and head and neck cancer. Shared anatomy, physiology and neurology underpin understanding of the typical and pathological processes of the aero digestive tract.

Attention is paid throughout to the quality of life impact of difficulties. Where information regarding disease process is required (Stroke & progressive neurological disease & cancer) this is provided at introductory level through the year 2 foundations module.

Module aims

The aims of the module are to:

1. Have knowledge of the nature, aetiology and impact of dysphonia and dysphagia and be able to assess and differentially diagnose these disorders

2. Use critical clinical reasoning to develop evidence based management and rehabilitation with reference to patient safety, choice and quality of life

Module learning outcomes

On successful completion of this module, the learner will be able to:


1. Have detailed knowledge of the anatomy, physiology and neurology of dysphonia and dysphagia

2. Have knowledge of disability related to multiple aetiology

3. Critically evaluate the current resources and literature with relevance to management of people with dysphagia or dysphonia

4. Evaluate and reflect upon the impact of dysphagia and dysphonia on the client and significant others

5. Understand the SLT scope of practice and be ready to engage with the interprofessional interagency team including the client

Module information

This module builds upon the underlying knowledge gained in earlier modules to prepare the student for the practice of speech and language therapy with the adult client.

In keeping with the approach adopted in first year modules the emphasis here is on the application of underlying knowledge to the understanding of aspects of speech and language disorders and the work of the speech and language therapist within current legislative, national and professional guidelines.

In this module students are introduced to some common difficulties found in the adult SLT caseload.

This module considers the nature and effects of physical, psychological, social, behavioural and neurological difficulties resulting in oral and laryngeal dysfunction and dysphagia and dysphonia and the SLT role in reducing the impact of these difficulties.

Learning and teaching methods

This module combines the use of lectures to introduce topics, interactive lecture, workshops and problem based learning enable to student to critically appraise their learning throughout delivery, grounding theoretical learning in practice. Students will also have the opportunity to develop clinical skills through their SLT clinical placement. Lectures Fixed resource sessions. The fixed resource sessions consist of interactive seminars which will include lectures, discussion of course text and class based workshops/ EBL sessions. In the EBL or Enquiry based learning sessions key topic areas are developed further to emphasize their clinical application. Independent. Self guided learning. This involves the student in self guided study using learning resources including recommended reading , course study notes, library resources and appropriate tutorial support: this is essential for all IBL, Placement and completion of summative assessment Online Resources are available through Moodle and also websites of patient organisations in the third sector. Students are encouraged to understand the requirements of people with dysphagia and dysphonia through listening to the patient voice through these materials. Additionally central guidance on intervention strategies are available on line (e.g. DoH, NICE) Tutorials Students are encouraged to access individual or small group tutorial support for areas of difficulty. Academic staff make themselves available for tutorial support by appointment. Skills Skills of identification of key aspects of dysphagia and dysphonia are taught in the classroom, this is further embedded through opportunities on clinical placements.

Bibliography

The above list is indicative of the essential reading for the course.
The library makes provision for all reading list items, with digital provision where possible, and these resources are shared between students.
Further reading can be obtained from this module's reading list.

Assessment items, weightings and deadlines

Coursework / exam Description Deadline Coursework weighting
Coursework   3000-Word Critical Discussion    100% 
Coursework   EDS portfolio      

Additional coursework information

3,000-word assignment (100%) Eating, Drinking, Swallowing (EDS) Portfolio (pass/fail)

Exam format definitions

  • Remote, open book: Your exam will take place remotely via an online learning platform. You may refer to any physical or electronic materials during the exam.
  • In-person, open book: Your exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer to any physical materials such as paper study notes or a textbook during the exam. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
  • In-person, open book (restricted): The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer only to specific physical materials such as a named textbook during the exam. Permitted materials will be specified by your department. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
  • In-person, closed book: The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may not refer to any physical materials or electronic devices during the exam. There may be times when a paper dictionary, for example, may be permitted in an otherwise closed book exam. Any exceptions will be specified by your department.

Your department will provide further guidance before your exams.

Overall assessment

Coursework Exam
100% 0%

Reassessment

Coursework Exam
100% 0%
Module supervisor and teaching staff
Miss Hannah Atkinson, email: hatkin@essex.ac.uk.
hscsltadmin@essex.ac.uk - 01206 874496

 

Availability
No
No
No

External examiner

Ms Helen Raffell
Newcastle University
Senior Lecturer
Resources
Available via Moodle
Of 99 hours, 84 (84.8%) hours available to students:
12 hours not recorded due to service coverage or fault;
3 hours not recorded due to opt-out by lecturer(s), module, or event type.

 

Further information
Health and Social Care (School of)

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