CSD 562 - Voice and Voice Disorders (0 to 3 cr.)

Vocal parameters, normal development, anatomy and physiology of the voice are reviewed. A working knowledge of etiology, pathology, and symptomatology for functional, organic, and psychogenic voice disorders is developed. Instrumentation and non-instrumentation procedures for assessment and treatment are learned. Assessment and treatment of vocal cord dysfunction are presented. Students learn how to test and treat clients with hypernasality. Voice prosthetic approaches for alaryngeal patients are covered.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall