Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology)
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
| No. | Course learning outcome |
|---|---|
| 1 | Meet the requirements of entry to the profession as defined by Speech Pathology Australia. |
| 2 | Demonstrate values, professional practice, and provide services that align with the Speech Pathology Australia, Code of Ethics (2020, and as revised). |
| 3 | Engage respectfully and reflectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities to provide culturally responsive and safe care. |
| 4 | Develop and utilise knowledge of communication and swallowing through the integration of evidence and critical thinking, to facilitate safe, effective, and high-quality services that improve the function, activity, participation and well-being of individuals, families, and communities. |
| 5 | Consider cultural, linguistic, social, and personal contexts of individuals with communication and swallowing needs to critically evaluate interventions and interactions with them and their families or community. |
| 6 | Influence change for individuals, families, communities, and the Speech Pathology profession through advocacy. |
| 7 | Work independently, collaboratively, and inter-professionally to engage in workplace research and projects, and provide services to individuals, families, and communities with communication and swallowing needs. |
| 8 | Communicate professional expertise in oral and written forms in a way that is accessible to a wide range of audiences in interprofessional, individual, and community contexts. |
| 9 | Utilise digital resources and technology judiciously to facilitate effective health care for individuals, families and communities with communication and swallowing needs. |
| 10 | Develop an identity as a professional, reflective and competent speech pathologist, ready for the workplace. |