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Communicative Disorders Assistant

Description

CAMPUS:  Online
CODE:  1005
CREDENTIAL:  Ontario College Graduate Certificate
PROGRAM LENGTH:  1 year  (3 semesters)
DELIVERY:  Full Time
START DATE:  September


This online full-time program prepares students to work in a supporting capacity with registered Speech-Language Pathologists or Audiologists in a variety of service settings and populations.

All courses will be offered on a scheduled format. Courses will have a set day and time and will occur anytime between 8:30 am and 8:30 pm.


Program Highlights
In order to prepare students for their careers in the field of communication disorders, the CDA program is focused on preparing our graduates to develop their clinical and professional skills. The CDA program provides:
  • hands-on, real-world learning experiences
  • practical content delivered by practicing clinicians in the fields of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
  • dynamic and engaging teaching style
  • theoretical background in anatomical and physiological aspects of speech, language and hearing disorders as it relates to day-to-day work of a CDA
  • two full-time field placements (490 hours)
  • opportunities for developing teamwork, collaboration, organization and communication skills
Many of our graduates find work as a CDA in a range of agencies. Some of our graduates continue their studies at the college or university level in the field of Speech-Language Pathology or related fields (e.g. Education, Applied Behaviour Analysis, Occupational Therapy, Counselling, Hearing Instrument Specialist).


Admission Requirements
Minimum of a two-year post-secondary diploma or degree, with a specialty in health, community services or social services including Psychology, Linguistics or related disciplines.

Please note: For applications to the CDA program, there is no requirement to submit a letter of intent, references or curriculum vitae.

This is a HIGHLY COMPETITIVE program. To be included in the competitive ranking, applications must be complete including all transcripts and proof of enrollment by February 1. Meeting minimum entrance requirements does not guarantee admissions to the program. Please see the Highly Competitive Program Chart for more details.

Health Requirements
Immunization - Communicable Disease Requirements

Completion of the Immunization - Communicable Disease Form is a mandatory condition for your clinical/practical placement. THIS FORM IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.


Semester 1

CDAP 100    Articulation and Phonology
CDAP 101   Child Language Acquisition and Related Disorders 1
CDAP 110    Audiology 1:   Introduction to audiology
CDAP 1001  Principles of Therapy and Programming and Special Populations
CDAP 1000  Augmentative and Alternate Communication
PROF 1000  Clinical and Professional Issues 1


Semester 2

INTN 100    Field Placement 1
CDAP 301   Child Language Acquisition and Related Disorders 2
PROF 300   Clinical and Professional Issues 2
REHA 1000  Adult Neurogenic Disorders and Rehabilitation 1
INTN 100    Field Placement 1
INTN 200    Field Placement 2
CDAP 350  Audiology 2: Amplification Systems and Aural Rehabilitation


Semester 3

CDAP 340   Fluency and Voice Disorders
CDAP 350   Audiology 2: Amplification Systems and Aural Rehabilitation
INTN 200    Field Placement 2
REHA 2000  Adult Neurogenic Disorders and Rehabilitation 2


Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.
 

Overview

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  • Institution: St. Lawrence College
  • Program type: Graduate Certificate
  • Language: English
  • Program Code: 1005
  • Delivery Method: Fully Online/Distance

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Disclaimer:
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.