#7219 REC Head and Neck Cancer: Issues Related to Speech and Swallowing
Tracking # 20-1245090
Course overview
The purpose of this course is to provide a knowledge base on the diagnosis of dysphagia and speech deficits and treatment strategies including use of tracheoesophageal prosthesis (TEP) for individuals diagnosed with head and neck cancers. Characteristics and functional impact of head and neck lymphedema on speech, swallowing and quality of life will be reviewed. The importance of a multi-disciplinary team approach in the treatment of head and neck cancer will also be discussed. (Introductory Level)
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Arkansas Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Speech-Language Pathologist
3h
Content Area I
Speech-Language Pathologist Provisional
3h
Content Area I
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
3h
Content Area I
Florida Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Speech-Language Pathologist
3h
Clinically Related - Speech-Language Pathology
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
3h
Clinically Related - Speech-Language Pathology
Michigan Board of Speech-Language Pathology
Speech-Language Pathologist
3h
General CPD
Speech-Language Pathologist Ltd
3h
General CPD
Speech-Language Pathologist Special Volunteer
3h
General CPD
Ohio Speech and Hearing Professionals Board
Speech-Language Pathologist
3h
Clinically Related - Speech-Language Pathology
South Carolina Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Speech-Language Pathologist
3h
Pertains to clinical practice in the area of licensure
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
3h
Pertains to clinical practice in the area of licensure
Speech-Language Pathology Intern
3h
Pertains to clinical practice in the area of licensure