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This course will introduce students to evidence-based practice in child language disorders in the preschool years. Topics to be covered include bilingual language acquisition; characteristics and causes of language delay and disorders in young children; cultural variation in perceptions of 'disorder’ and adult-child interaction with a focus on Maori and Pacific cultures; prevalence and risk factors; early identification; principles of clinical assessment and intervention; and interpreting the evidence for making intervention decisions. Students will gain skills in evidence-based practice, clinical reasoning, and critical thinking.
SPSC223
SPSC665
CMDS222
Students must attend one activity from each section.
Jayne Newbury
Domestic fee $1,114.00
International fee $5,650.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
This course will not be offered if fewer than 10 people apply to enrol.
For further information see School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing .