SLPA 115 Behavior Management

This course will review principles of behavior management that apply to individuals with communication disorders. Theories of behavioral learning, causes of challenging behaviors, techniques for measuring behavior, and strategies for preventing and decreasing problem behaviors, and increasing cooperative/functional behaviors will be addressed. Students will practice behavior observation, measurement, and management techniques needed to promote prosocial skills of individuals with communication disorders and implement speech and language treatment services more effectively.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

SLPA101 SLPA105

Distribution

Health Services

Offered

Spring Semester