SLT-20023 - Module Specification
School of Allied Health Professions and Pharmacy
Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2026/27

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2026/27

A core element of a speech and language therapist working with adults with acquired disorders involves the assessment and treatment of people who have impaired communication which may include impaired language and/or motor speech. During this module you will gain a sound and critical understanding of the theoretical underpinnings concerning the assessment and treatment of communication.

This module aims to provide apprentices with the knowledge of the theory, assessment, and management of a range of acquired communication disorders including dysphasia and motor speech disorders. Apprentices will have opportunities to understand the linguistic characteristics which are typical of dysphasia, dysarthria and dyspraxia of speech diagnoses.
Apprentices will be provided with opportunities to gain knowledge and understanding of the theory, assessment and management of a range of acquired communication disabilities, including dysphasia and motor speech disorders. Identifying etiological and prognostic factors in a range of acquired communication disorders will be considered and apprentices will be given the opportunity to evaluate current approaches to assessment and management planning. Additionally, the module aims to explore the impact of acquired communication disorders on social relationships, social interaction, and culture surrounding everyday life.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Analyse the characteristics of acquired speech and language disorder presentations and their implications for communication: 1
Evaluate theoretical frameworks underpinning intervention for acquired speech and language disorders: 1
Formulate and justify intervention recommendations for people with acquired speech and language disorders: 1

Study hours

30 hours tutor led active learning will include:
~ 16 hours synchronous interactive lectures
~ 6 hours asynchronous lectures
~ 6 hours synchronous workshops
~ 2 hours synchronous assessment preparation
120 hours of independent study will include:
~ 50 hours independent assessment preparation

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment