SPH1006 · Human development and psychology

Overview

In this unit, you will analyse how communication and swallowing develops across the lifespan and illustrate how cultural-linguistic and psychosocial factors shape these processes. You will discuss key psychological theories relevant to speech pathology practice and apply learning theories that facilitate your own professional development and future practice. You will apply this knowledge to contexts relevant to speech pathology practice, strengthening your ability to interpret individual differences in communication and mealtime activities. Throughout the unit, you will also apply effective interpersonal communication and collaboration skills when working within teams.

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

1. Analyse the differences in developmental milestones of communication and swallowing across the lifespan.
2. Illustrate how psycho-social and cultural-linguistic factors influence communication and mealtime activities across the lifespan.
3. Apply effective interpersonal communication and collaboration when working in teams.
4. Discuss the relevance of psychological theories within speech pathology practice.
5. Apply reflective practice and learning theories to facilitate your own professional development and future practice.

Workload

6 hours of teacher-directed study per week, including 1 hour of lectures, 3 hours of online learning activities, and 2 hours of workshops. 6 hours per week of self-directed study. Total per week = 12 hours

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.