About This Course
In this course, you’ll learn about the human nervous system and its role in communication, specifically in speech, language, hearing and cognition. You’ll also study the nervous system’s control of swallowing and chewing, as well as the typical aspects of the central and peripheral nervous system’s anatomy, physiology and function.
What You’ll Learn
The anatomy, physiology and function of fundamental neural mechanisms involved in communication, including speech, language, hearing, cognition and swallowing
The functions of speech, language, hearing, cognition and swallowing, and the neurophysiology that controls them
Current field-related research and professional issues related to the nervous system’s role in communication
NOTE: This program is not intended for those seeking to become licensed and/or certified speech-language pathology assistants (SLPAs). For more information, see your state's SLPA requirements.
