Audiology and Speech Therapy
The Speech and Hearing Therapy Program aims to prepare academically and professionally qualified graduates capable of providing high-quality diagnostic and therapeutic services to individuals of all age groups who suffer from communication, speech, language, and swallowing disorders. The program is committed to promoting human values, critical thinking, interdisciplinary teamwork, and scientific research, contributing to improved community health and quality of life.
- Equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to comprehensively assess and treat speech, language, hearing, and swallowing disorders.
- Graduate professionals capable of working in various healthcare, educational, and community settings as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strengthen students’ ability to apply evidence-based approaches in clinical practice.
- Encourage student engagement in scientific research and knowledge development in the field.
- Promote community awareness about the importance of prevention and early intervention in communication disorders.
- Understand the normal development of speech, language, and hearing in children, including biological, environmental, and psychological aspects.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to understand the nature of speech, language, hearing, and swallowing disorders, including anatomical, functional, psychological, and social dimensions.
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations using standardized tools and techniques to diagnose communication disorders in children and adults.
- Design and implement individualized treatment plans based on scientific evidence and specific client needs.
- Demonstrate effective professional communication with clients, their families, and colleagues within multidisciplinary teams.
- Adhere to professional ethics and legal standards in service delivery.
- Utilize modern technology in assessment, treatment, documentation, and progress tracking.
- Analyze and apply scientific research to enhance clinical practice.
- Raise public awareness and provide education on speech and language disorders, including prevention and early intervention strategies.
- Participate in the development of policies and services related to communication and the inclusion of individuals with communication disorders.
- Hospitals and healthcare clinics (public and private).
- Comprehensive and specialized rehabilitation centers.
- Schools and kindergartens, especially within special education programs.
- Private speech and hearing therapy clinics (upon obtaining a professional license).
- Civil society organizations and community-based institutions serving people with disabilities.
study plan
The students have to complete 131 credit hours distributed as the following general components:
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Component |
Credit Hours |
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University Requirements |
21-22 |
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Faculty Requirements |
26-27 |
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Program Requirements |
77 |
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Professional elective |
5-7 |
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Total |
131 |
Audiology and Speech Therapy Program required courses (77 credit hours)
a . Core courses: (71credit hours)
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Course No. |
Course Title |
Prerequisite(s) |
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Introduction to Speech - Language And Hearing Disorders |
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Anatomy And Physiology Of Speech And Hearing |
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Child Language Development |
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Introduction to Audiology |
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Articulation Disorders |
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Ethics And Legal Issues |
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Fluency Disorders |
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Language Disorders In Children |
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Diagnostic Audiology |
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Clinical Observation Speech - Language And Hearing Disorders |
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Clinical Practicum Speech - Language Disorders 1 |
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Clinical Practicum Audiology 1 |
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Principles Of Evaluation, Diagnosis, And Report Writing In CD |
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Hearing Aids 1 |
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Hearing Aids 2 |
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Voice And Resonance Disorders |
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Medical Aspects Of Hearing Loss |
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Speech And Language Rehabilitation For Hearing Impaired |
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Clinical Practicum Speech - Language Disorders 2 |
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Clinical Practicum Audiology 2 |
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Rehabilitation Of Clients With Special Needs |
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Swallowing Disorder |
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Neuro Speech And Language Disorders |
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Research Methods In Communication Disorders |
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Clinical Practicum Speech - Language Disorders 3 |
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Clinical Practicum Audiology 3 |
B. Audiology and Speech Therapy Program Elective Courses (6 credit hours):
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Course No. |
Course title |
Prerequisite(s) |
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Principles Of Clinical Management |
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Dyslexia |
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Alternative Augmentative Communication |
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Special Topic |
Level 4 and department approval |
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Teaching Methods For The Hearing Impaired |
