Clinical Methods And Practicum In Speech-Language Pathology

Emphasis on students' responsibilities in successfully mastering academic and clinical competencies. Updated ASHA requirements for certification and clinical practicum. Expanded sections on general pre-clinic requirements, health and safety precautions, and assessment of individuals from diverse cultural or linguistic background. Highlights the unique service delivery demands of schools, hospitals, and correctional facilities. TEXTBOOK

M.N. (Giri) Hegde, PhD, is Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders at California State University-Fresno. He holds a master¿s degree in experimental psychology from the University of Mysore, India, a post master¿s diploma in Medical (Clinical) Psychology form Bangalore University, India, and a doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale. He is a specialist in fluency disorders, language disorders, research methods, and treatment procedures in communicative disorders. Widely published, Dr. Hegde has received many prestigious honors.