A communication disorder is a speech and language disorder which refers to problems in communication and in related areas such as oral motor function. The delays and disorders can range from simple sound substitution to the inability to understand or use language.
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HearingVision
– Introduces new methods of communication assessment and therapy for people with age-related sensory losses and their communication partners. Textbooks, evaluation/rehabilitation materials and simulation apparatus are described.
Direct link: HearingVision
Michigan Speech-Language-Hearing Association
– Descriptions of this professional organization’s goals, activities, and available memberships.
Direct link: Michigan Speech-Language-Hearing Association
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders
– Supports and conducts research in, and distributes information on, the disorders of human communication, including hearing, balance, smell, taste, voice, speech, and language.
Direct link: National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders
National Student Speech Language Hearing Association
– Current information regarding activities and projects of this group at the University of Florida.
Direct link: National Student Speech Language Hearing Association
Oregon Speech and Hearing Association
– Professional organization for speech-language pathologists and audiologists. Licensure regulations, conference schedules, continuing education, and a forum.
Direct link: Oregon Speech and Hearing Association
The Tennessee Association of Audiology and Speech Language Pathology
– Joint professional association of over 1200 audiologists and speech-language pathologists. Publish a quarterly newsletter, and sponsor an annual convention.
Direct link: The Tennessee Association of Audiology and Speech Language Pathology
University of Tennessee, Knoxville: Department of Audiology and Speech Pathology
– Describes the department’s clinical and educational offerings, which include services for adults and children and degree programs at undergraduate and graduate levels. The department operates the UTK Hearing and Speech Center and is affiliated with regional health care centers.
Direct link: University of Tennessee, Knoxville: Department of Audiology and Speech Pathology
Atlantic Clinic For Communication Disorders
– A private clinic dedicated to providing a full range of individualized speech-language pathology services to children and adults.
Direct link: Atlantic Clinic For Communication Disorders
Central Florida Speech and Hearing Center
– Details about CFSHC’s and their mission which is to provide the highest quality speech, language and hearing services. Includes news and events, services and FAQs.
Direct link: Central Florida Speech and Hearing Center
Communication Disorders and Sciences at the University of Oregon
– Coursework in the CDS program includes classes in speech, language, hearing sciences and disorders, as well as classes in counseling, cognitive rehabilitation, research methods, and service delivery. Program offers bachelors, masters, and doctoral level training in speech pathology.
Direct link: Communication Disorders and Sciences at the University of Oregon
Communicative Disorders Assistants Association of Canada
– A resource for CDAAC members, persons interested in information about communication disorders, and for those wanting career and membership information.
Direct link: Communicative Disorders Assistants Association of Canada