Georgian College - Graduate Programs

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Communicative Disorders Assistant

Georgian College - Graduate Programs

Degree:Post-diploma
Field of Study:Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other
Length:1 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $3,810

This cost includes tuition and ancillary fees.

Description:

The Communicative Disorders Assistant Program prepares the graduate to work in an adjunctive capacity with a qualified Speech-Language Pathologist or Audiologist in a variety of service settings. Emphasis is placed on preparing the graduate to conduct remediation programming after the therapist has completed the assessment and determined the treatment approaches.

The program is based on a firm understanding of physiological and functional speech / language/hearing disorders. The development of programming skills and intervention techniques appropriate for remediation of such disorders is fundamental to the program. The comprehensive competency-based field practice will provide the student with the opportunity to develop and practise these programming and intervention skills.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    Applicants must have a two year college diploma, university degree or equivalent.
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
    • Statement of Research Interests
    Two letters of reference are required; along with a transcript.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on July 23, 2009