Communication Disorders and Sciences Department UNDERGRADUATE ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT MANUAL. Professional Studies Building Room 2201

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1 Communication Disorders and Sciences Department UNDERGRADUATE ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT MANUAL Professional Studies Building Room 2201

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Department Goals 5 Department Mission Statement 6 Department Core Values 6 Department Vision 6 Welcome Letter to Students 7 Your Advisor 8 Registration 8 Advisement 9 Your School, Your Department 10 The Major and the Professions 11 Students With Disabilities 12 SUNY Cortland Requirements 12 Quantitative Skills Requirement 12 Foreign Language Requirement 12 Presentation Skills Requirement (Basic Communication) 13 English Composition and Writing Intensive Requirement 13 ASHA Requirements 13 2

3 Grade Point Average (GPA) and Other Major Requirements 13 Department Entrance Requirement 14 Department Maintaining Competency Requirement 14 Retaking SHH Courses 14 Clinical Practicum 15 Student Teaching 15 Student Teaching Application 18 Teacher Dispositions 19 Student Teaching Portfolio 20 Professional Dress 21 College Minors 21 Center for Speech, Language and Hearing Disorders 21 Independent Studies 21 Study Abroad 22 Example of Typical Schedule SLD 22 Example of Typical Schedule SHS 24 Transfer Students 25 Example of Typical Transfer Schedule (Fall) 26 Example of Typical Transfer Schedule (Spring) 27 3

4 Clubs, Professional Organizations 28 College Policies and Procedures 22 Student Grievance Procedures 34 Graduate School 36 Department Faculty 37 Appendix A: Major Courses 39 Appendix B: Disposition Form 44 4

5 Communication Disorders and Sciences Department Goals The Department of Communication Disorders and Sciences has the following goals. Students will: Goal 1: Attain and demonstrate theoretical knowledge of normal processes and communication disorders.. Goal 2: Learn and demonstrate clinical assessment and intervention techniques and strategies, utilizing evidence based practice. Goal 3: Develop and refine life skills through oral, written and technological advancement. Goal 4: Demonstrate respect and appreciation for diversity and the global society. 5

6 Department Mission Statement The mission of the Department of Communication Disorders and Sciences at the State University of New York College at Cortland is to provide a knowledge and skills-based curriculum, with opportunities that prepare students for the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association s Certification of Clinical Competence, the New York State Professional Licensure in Speech-Language Pathology, and New York State Teacher Certification. This is to be accomplished through a theoretical and clinically-based foundation that includes information about the normal processes of language and speech development and an understanding of various communication disorders and sciences. This statement reflects the overall mission of the College. Department Core Values Develop and nurture critical thinking and problem solving skills Contribute to the intellectual climate of the campus community Foster the ability and attitudes to independently pursue academic and personal excellence Encourage respect and appreciation for ethnic, racial, cultural, and gender diversity Develop skills necessary to effectively participate in an increasingly growing global society Provide opportunities for students to learn about and skillfully utilize technology Department Vision The department s vision is to provide an exceptional undergraduate and graduate education in communication sciences and disorders through integrating theory, clinical application and research. This education is shaped by the scholarly and clinical achievements of local, state, and nationally recognized faculty and supported by the commitment of dedicated office staff and college administration. 6

7 WELCOME LETTER FROM THE DEPARTMENT CHAIR Dear Student: Welcome to SUNY Cortland and the Communication Disorders and Sciences Department!!! We are pleased you have selected a major that will begin to prepare you to enter a profession offering a wide variety of rewarding employment opportunities. Speech-language pathologists and audiologists work in school settings, hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, and universities. Private practice, research and industry are also attractive settings for the professionals in the field. We hope that you will find our program challenging, interesting, and enjoyable. It is a rigorous program and we maintain high standards both academically and clinically. However, we are preparing you for a professional field and for graduate study, which will be a competitive endeavor. You should apply yourself to your studies and attempt to gain all that the College and the department have to offer. Meet with your advisors frequently as you progress in your graduation plan and be sure to take advantage of the office hours provided by your professors. You can also feel free to make special appointments with your professors as well. We, the faculty, are here to help you in any way that we can. We want you to succeed. Your success is our success. This manual will provide you with information about college and major requirements for graduation, the major at SUNY Cortland, and the professions. Should you have additional questions, please consult your advisor. I am also available for any questions you might have. I wish you much success as you begin your educational journey at SUNY Cortland. Sincerely, Regina B. Grantham ASHA Fellow Associate Professor and Chair Department of Communication Disorders and Sciences 7

8 YOUR ADVISOR Every student is assigned an advisor within the Communication Disorders and Sciences Department. You can find out who your advisor is by calling the Department ( ) or by looking at your Curriculum and Program Plan (CAPP) online through MyRedDragon. Mrs. Jennifer Stiles, our Department Secretary, is always happy to assist you. Your advisor will help you plan your courses and prepare for registration, will answer questions concerning college procedures, will discuss career goals with you and will generally be available to assist you with any concerns you are encountering. He or she may not be able to solve the various problems related to college life but will be able to direct you to someone who can help. Remember that registration is your responsibility. The advisor assists. We encourage you to seek our assistance. We will not be aware of your questions, thoughts, comments, or problems unless you share them with us. We would like to hear of your successes as well and celebrate with you. REGISTRATION It is your responsibility to come to the department to sign up for a pre-registration appointment with your advisor. For your appointment, please prepare in the following way: Review this advisement manual Bring a notebook Bring a pen Bring a recent copy of your Curriculum Advising and Program Planning (CAPP) Bring a tentative schedule of your courses for the following semester Bring a transfer of credit form if you are planning to take courses at another institution during the winter or summer break. Remember the transfer of credits form requires your advisor s signature and the Transfer Credit Coordinator s signature. ADVISEMENT The Department of Communication Disorders and Sciences is committed to the academic success of each and every student. During your first semester on campus, you will be assigned an academic advisor from the department, who may or may not be the same individual who advised you during the summer/fall registration. Check Banner Web for your assigned advisor. Faculty are available for advisement and registration questions/issues during the entire semester 8

9 (open door policy, office hours, and by special appointment). Students are also advised during the summer and winter orientation process. You are strongly encouraged to meet with your adviser within the first two weeks at SUNY Cortland to learn more about department and college expectations. A graduation plan (list of required courses and suggested times to take them) will be created. Prior to registration (preregistration period) each semester, you are required to meet with your advisor to obtain your pin number (allows you to register) and discuss your academic schedule for the following semester. Most advisors post a sign-up sheet on their office door so that you can schedule a meeting at your convenience. This preregistration period occurs in November for the spring semester and in April for the fall semester. Your advisor provides guidance to help you make intelligent decisions. However, YOU are ultimately responsible for knowing, planning and meeting all graduation requirements. College guidelines for advisees and advisors from the Advisement and Transitions Office are listed below. Advisee Responsibilities: To recognize that the student is ultimately responsible for knowing and fulfilling all degree requirements. The student is also responsible for being aware of and meeting academic deadlines and financial obligations. To commit a reasonable amount of time both on his/her own and with the academic advisor, planning and implementing the academic program. To initiate contact with the academic advisor and to formulate, in consultation with the academic advisor, an academic program consistent with the student's interests and plans for the future. The student is responsible for reading the department advisement manual (where available), the College Catalog, and other college/department advisement materials. The student will come to scheduled advisement meetings with the necessary registration materials, suggestions for courses to be completed, and a plan for meeting graduation requirements. To seek out the advisor or department chairperson for assistance in negotiating difficulties or changes in academic program plans. Advisor Responsibilities: To work with each student advisee to achieve an academic program consistent with the student's academic preparation, interests, and plans for the future (to the extent that the student is able to articulate his/her interests and plans). To be familiar with College and departmental requirements as well as know about campus resources (e.g. Counseling Center, Academic Support and Achievement Program, Career 9

10 Services, Student Government Association, Tutoring Services) To commit a reasonable amount of time assisting the student in examining options and identifying College resources. To schedule sufficient time in the office during critical periods such as pre-registration and drop/add to assist with academic advisement problems of students. At other times, advisors are expected to be available by appointment and during regularly scheduled office hours to meet with students for academic advisement. In our Department we want our students to Know the major curriculum. Know the all-college requirements. Know college policies and procedures (retaking courses, transferring credits, grade point average--gpa projections, various deadlines, graduation requirements). Be active participants in planning their academic program (graduation plan). For your Information********** Schools: There are three schools in SUNY Cortland---School of Arts and Sciences, School of Education and School of Professional Studies. You are in the School of Professional Studies. Dr. John Cottone is the Dean of the School of Professional Studies. Dr. Eileen Gravani is the Associate Dean of the School of Professional Studies. Their offices are located in the Professional Studies Building/Room You can reach them by phone at the following number, Department: You are in the Department of Communication Disorders and Sciences. Your Department Chair is Mrs. Regina B. Grantham. THE DEPARTMENT MAJORS AND THE PROFESSION The Department offers two majors: Speech and Language Disabilities (SLD) (Teacher Certification in Speech and Language) which leads to a Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.), qualification for initial certification as Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities, and preparation for graduate study. This major will be moved to the graduate level as soon as the graduate program in Communication Sciences and Disorders begins. 10

11 Speech and Hearing Science (SHS) which leads to a Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.) and preparation for entry into graduate school without teacher certification. Both majors (SLD & SHS) prepare you for admission to a Master's degree program in speechlanguage pathology or audiology. It is not too early to begin making long-range plans for your graduate education. You are entering a Master's degree profession. The Master's degree is required for employment in settings such as clinics, rehabilitation centers, universities, and hospitals. A Master s degree is also required for a New York State License in speech-language pathology or audiology. In New York State, a license is required to work in such settings as clinics, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and private practice. In a school setting you may work as a Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities if you have your Initial Certification. However, you must obtain your Master s degree in speech-language pathology within five years of graduation to obtain your Professional Certification (permanent). Your Master's degree is also the first step toward obtaining the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) issued by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), the professional, scientific, and credentialing association for audiologists, speech-language pathologists, and speech, language, and hearing scientists. It should be noted that as of January 1, 2012, those who enter the discipline of audiology need an Au.D. (Clinical Doctorate) or another doctoral degree to obtain ASHA s CCC in audiology. Once Teacher Certification, ASHA Certification and/or State Licensure have been acquired, additional professional competency activities are required (continuing education/competency). For specific professional competency requirements one should refer to the appropriate credentialing authority. STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES SUNY Cortland and this department are committed to upholding and maintaining all aspects of the federal Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and 1997 (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of If you are a student with a disability and wish to request accommodations, please contact the Student Disability Services Office located in Room B-1 Van Hoesen Hall or call (607) for an appointment. Information regarding your disability will be treated in a confidential manner. Because many accommodations require early planning, requests for accommodations must be made according to the deadlines set by SUNY Cortland s Student Disability Services Office in order for faculty to accommodate your needs. To receive accommodations you must be registered with the Office of Student Disability Services. 11

12 SUNY CORTLAND DEGREE REQUIREMENTS GENERAL EDUCATION (GE) REQUIREMENTS All students are required to complete SUNY Cortland s General Education (GE) Program. This GE program fulfills all SUNY General Education requirements and includes additional elements specific to the Cortland degree. You must take one course in each of the following categories, except for categories two, ten and thirteen. The following are the categories: Quantitative Skills (Math requirement) -- The college requires completion of a quantitative skills course. Most graduate schools in speech-language pathology or audiology require statistics. Statistics will meet this GE1 requirement. Natural Sciences** (TWO courses required) Social Sciences ** United States History and Society Western Civilization Contrasting Cultures Humanities The Arts Foreign Language--- If you are in the SLD major, you must achieve intermediate proficiency in a foreign language (equivalent to the completion of the second year of college study, 202 level). If you choose to begin a new foreign language at SUNY Cortland, you will take four college semesters of that language (101, 102, 201, 202). If you choose to continue your study of a foreign language begun in high school, you should register for the appropriate level according to the guidelines from the Department of Modern Languages. See your advisor for this information. For the SHS major the foreign language requirement is two college semesters of a foreign language (101, 102). Sign language is considered a foreign language for majors in the Department of Communication Disorders and Sciences. It should be noted that previous students who have had to take 4 semesters of sign language have often found ASL 201 and 202 difficult to fit into the program sequence. Basic Communication----Academic Writing and Presentation Skills (complete both writing and presentation requirements). You are required to complete Academic Writing I and Academic Writing II. Oral communication skills are critical, especially for the profession of communication sciences and disorders. Presentation Skills are required to fulfill the SUNY GE 10. All students must take one Presentation Skills (PS) course as a requirement for graduation. For students in the SLD major, EDU 488: Student Teaching is a PS course and will fulfill the GE 10 requirement. Those in the SHS major must take a presentation course that is out of the major. Please consult your advisor for information on this requirement. 12

13 SUNY CORTLAND GE REQUIREMENTS Prejudice and Discrimination Science, Technology, Values and Society Natural Science** ** American Speech Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) requirement: ASHA requires that students take the following: one BIO, one physical science, (PHY, CHE), linguistics (ENG 201) and psychology in normal development (e.g., PSY 231, PSY 232, or PSY 333). ENGLISH COMPOSITION AND WRITING INTENSIVE REQUIREMENT In order to graduate, the College requires satisfactory completion of composition courses (CPN 100/102: Academic Writing I, CPN 101/103: Academic Writing II) and two courses identified as writing intensive (WI). WI courses are defined as those in which there are at least 15 typed pages (two or more written pieces of writing submitted in multiple drafts opportunities for serious revision), instruction in writing techniques and writing assignments are significant part of your grade. One WI course must be in your major (our course is SHH 370) and one course can be outside your major. Writing intensive courses must be taken at SUNY Cortland. GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA) AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MAJOR Grade Point Average (GPA) A grade point average (GPA) is the average grade of the credits you have taken at SUNY Cortland. Grades from other institutions are not included in your SUNY Cortland GPA. Pass/Fail courses are not counted in your GPA. If you retake a course, the most recent grade will be factored into your GPA. If you have an incomplete, it will not be included in your GPA until you receive a grade. However, if you do not finish the work required for the course by the end of the following semester, you will receive an E in the course and that grade will be included in your GPA. Your GPA in the major is the average grade of all SHH courses. Your cumulative or overall GPA is the average grade of all the courses you take at SUNY Cortland. The department requires that all students, regardless of their major, maintain a GPA of 2.7 or better cumulatively and in the major to continue taking courses in the major. That means that if you have a GPA lower than 2.7 either in the major or cumulatively or both, you will still be in the major but you will not be able to take new SHH courses. You will meet with your advisor and decide on the best course of action to increase your GPA. 13

14 Department Entrance Students wishing to major in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (either SLD, the certification program, or SHS, the non-certification program) who enter as Freshmen should indicate their choice by declaring SLD or SHS. For teacher certification majors (SLD), a W for wait will be part of your major code. The W will be removed prior to student teaching if you have maintained the required GPAs, adhered to the teacher dispositions and maintained good moral character as well as completed the required workshops and have been fingerprinted. Students receive advisement within the department, and may begin taking courses in the major at any point after the completion of at least 12 credit hours with a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or better. Transfer students below junior level will also follow this process. Transfer students with junior level status will be allowed to declare the major(s) upon admission. This will allow them to retain eligibility for financial aid. They will be advised into the department's entry level courses. They will be expected to achieve a cumulative and major GPA of 2.7 to continue taking courses in the major (SHH courses). Once accepted as a major, students must maintain a GPA of 2.7 both cumulatively and in the major. Students who do not maintain these averages will not be allowed to continue taking the next level courses in the major (SHH courses). In this case you should contact your advisor or department chair immediately to create a plan of action. Students who maintain a B or better in SHH courses tend to be more competitive for graduate school. Department Entrance Requirements to take courses in the major: Freshman: Cumulative GPA of 2.7 or better and at least 12 credits at SUNY Cortland Transfers: Cumulative GPA of 2.7 or better Department Maintaining Competency Requirements: All students: GPA of 2.7 cumulatively and in the major RETAKING SHH COURSES Students are allowed to retake courses. If you must retake a course you must notify your advisor who will provide that information to Mrs. Stiles, department secretary. Registering to retake a course occurs during drop and add and depends upon availability. In the event that there are not sufficient slots to accommodate all students, then the following rules apply: All students taking the course for the first time will be admitted. Then if then if there is room, students who need to retake a course to bring their GPA up to the 14

15 required GPA will be admitted during drop and add. If there is still availability, senior students who want to improve their GPA will be admitted next. All others will be admitted if there is still room. CLINICAL PRACTICUM SHS majors are required to take 2 credits of Clinical Practicum, SHH 480. SLD majors are required to take 4 credits of Clinical Practicum, SHH 480 and SHH 481. The setting for your practicum experience(s) will most likely be the Center for Speech, Language and Hearing Disorders. There are also some outside placements available close to the campus. During SHH 481, you will be responsible for providing therapy services to a child(ren) or adult(s) with communication disorders under the supervision of a clinically-certified faculty member. Prior to all clinical experience, you will need 25 hours of observation/field experience of a person who has ASHA CCCs. Information about the observations will be provided in SHH 370. It is mandatory for all majors (SLD, SHS) to complete the 25 observation hours/field experience before you receive a completion in SHH 480. STUDENT TEACHING All students in the Speech and Language Disabilities (SLD) major will take EDU 488 Student Teaching. Student teaching will occur during your senior year and will count as 12 credits. You will have two placements in this experience. You will spend 8 weeks with a speech-language pathologist who may or may not have his/her ASHA CCCs and 8 weeks with a cooperating teacher in a high needs area (per the New York State Education Department). You will be placed anywhere within an hour to an hour and a half radius from SUNY Cortland. Students who choose not to reside in Cortland during their student teaching experiences may be required to travel even greater distances to their placements. Given this, it is imperative that students have cars. The number of placements within this radius depends upon the willingness of the school districts and the willingness of speech-language pathologists to take student teachers and the qualifications of the speech-language pathologists in the schools. No guarantees can be made about placements!!!!!!!!!!!! You will not be placed in a school system/district where relatives, boyfriends or significant others work. We want to make certain that everyone has the same advantages. Remember, student teaching is a course. It is the culminating experience of your undergraduate education. The Department s Coordinator of Student Teaching and the Office of Field Placement work diligently to find placements that will offer you the experiences that you need as well as provide cooperating teachers with the appropriate qualifications. Therefore, please treat student teaching as seriously as you do all other courses. 15

16 *******All student teaching placements issues are addressed by the Department s Coordinator of Student Teaching, Mrs. Grantham. Be certain to direct your concerns and questions to this person. Eligibility to Student Teach: General Requirements In order to be PLACED to student teach, all candidates must pass the first eligibility check. The first eligibility check takes place at the time that the candidate applies to student teach. Each prospective student teacher must meet all College and Departmental criteria as of the Friday of the third week of classes during the semester immediately preceding the semester in which student teaching will occur. During this time period, candidates with incompletes on their records or candidates enrolled in prerequisite courses MAY be placed to student teach at the discretion of their academic departments and the Field Placement Office IF the first eligibility check is passed in all other respects. In order to STUDENT TEACH, all candidates must pass the first and second eligibility checks. The second eligibility check takes place as soon as final grades for the semester immediately preceding the semester (fall or spring) in which student teaching will occur are FIRST posted on the WEB, and candidate s eligibility is determined with these grades as a basis. By this point in time, all incompletes must be changed to grades and all prerequisite courses must be satisfactorily completed. Grade changes made after the initial posting cannot be used to help students meet GPA requirements for student teaching during the semester immediately following. All individuals applying for New York State Teaching Certification (SLD major) must complete workshops on Identification and Reporting of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (CAR) and Schools Against Violence in Education (SAVE) prior to registering for Student Teaching. If you complete the workshops at Cortland College, they will appear on your college transcript. If you complete the workshops anywhere else, you are responsible for submitting documentation to the State. You can check the dates and sign up for the workshops at the Lifelong Learning Office/Center for Education. All students must complete these workshops prior to student teaching. There is a fee for both workshops that covers a workbook and films shown. Check the Center for Educational Exchange website for schedule information-- It is strongly recommended that students in SLD (teacher certification program) submit a fingerprint application to the New York State Education Department immediately. 16

17 Students should be familiar with the Fair Process Policy which can be found on the following NCATE website: Department requirements for student teaching: Complete the Teacher Education Council (TEC ) student teacher application in the beginning of the semester prior to student teaching and return it immediately to the Student Teacher Coordinator for submission to the TEC Review Committee for approval. Obtain a C or better in SHH 481 Have a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or better Have a major GPA of 2.7 or better Complete all workshops (CAR, SAVE) prior to registering for student teaching (EDU 488) Be fingerprinted Complete all academic requirements Consent of the Department Meet the dispositions (see Appendix B) Satisfy all incompletes Other aspects about student teaching to keep in mind include: You will usually have two placements during the semester you student teach. You will be placed with a person who is in a high needs area and you may or may not be placed with a person who has his/her CCCs (depends upon availability). You will NEED your own transportation. The number of placements in the local area is extremely limited so we cannot place all of you in this immediate area. College supervisors must visit your placements to assess your student teaching experiences. Thus, placements are not more than an hour and a half radius from SUNY Cortland. You will likely be in a town/city without mass transportation. In addition, speech-language pathologists may work in more than one school building within a district, often making travel during the school day necessary. Again, the number of placements in the local area is extremely limited. You must be prepared to be FLEXIBLE. Student teaching is the equivalent of a full-time job and any activities that might interfere with the successful completion of this course are prohibited. 17

18 No courses can be taken during student teaching. All incompletes must be satisfied prior to the student teaching placement. It is advisable that you not be employed during your student teaching experience. It is College policy that students are not permitted to participate in College activities such as Intercollegiate Athletics while student teaching or doing an internship. Exceptions to this policy may occur only with the written permission of the student s Dean based upon the recommendation of the department of the student s major. If the student participates in a varsity sport during student teaching or an internship experience without the Dean s permission, the student will be removed from this academic experience. If in the judgment of the student s cooperating teachers or supervisors this athletic participation is interfering with the quality of the student teaching or internship experience, the student can be required to cease his/her athletic participation (SUNY Cortland Student Teaching Handbook). College regulations prohibit a student who is on probation from student teaching. Substitute teaching during the student teaching experience is not permitted. Student Teacher Application and Good Moral Character: SUNY Cortland places many students in schools, community agencies and business for student teaching, field experiences, internships and study abroad programs. SUNY Cortland has a responsibility to take reasonable steps to ensure that such students are of good moral character and are trustworthy and reliable. The New York State Education Department expects institutions to ensure that students who interact in such environments be of sound moral character per Part 83 of NYS Regulations of the Commissioner. Therefore, such questions as 1) have you ever been convicted of a felony and/or a misdemeanor, 2) are you a registered sex offender, 3) do you currently have a disciplinary record at SUNY Cortland (e.g., under age drinking, see code of conduct), and 4) have you ever been dismissed or suspended from any college or university will be asked on the student teaching application. If the answer is yes to any of these questions, you will be required to provide written explanations. A response of yes will not automatically exclude you from participation. A TEC Review Committee will review your information and determine if you will be eligible to participate in student teaching. If your application is not approved, you will have the right to appeal this decision to an appeals committee. If there are any violations between your approval and the actual student teaching, they must be reported to the Associate Dean of your School, Dr. Eileen Gravani. Your application will then be re-reviewed by the TEC Review Committee. 18

19 Teacher Dispositions (see Appendix B for form): As mentioned above, teacher candidates are expected to develop and reflect the dispositions that are delineated in professional, state, and institutional standards... ( Student Teaching Handbook). The following are the character, teaching and professional dispositions that student candidates must demonstrate: Character Dispositions Honesty Integrity Caring/Empathy for Others Work Ethic/Diligence Personal/Social Responsibility Accountability Teaching Dispositions Has Knowledge of Content and Passion for Subject Is Well Prepared in the Arts and Sciences Believes that All Students Can Learn Maintains High Standards in the Classroom (Therapy/Diagnostic Room) Demonstrates Fairness Creates Safe and Nurturing Classroom Environment (Therapy/Diagnostic Environment) Uses Technology Effectively in the Classroom (Therapy/Diagnostic Room) Addresses a Variety of Learning Styles Understands and Values Diversity Is a Reflective Teacher Values the Role of Assessment Communicates Effectively with All Stakeholders Appreciates the Inter-Connectedness of Disciplines Professional Dispositions Collegiality Dedicated to the Profession Leadership 19

20 Change Agent Cooperation/Collaboration Respect/Value Education Professionalism Confidentiality At the end of each semester your advisor will review your Disposition Form with you to provide guidance and suggestions for change if necessary. A Teacher Disposition Review Committee (at least 4 faculty, can include the department chair) will review the record of those students who have more than one violation or the continuation of the same violation regardless of the course or faculty member. This committee will follow the Candidate Consultation Policies and Procedures ( Violations of the teacher dispositions may put your student teaching experience in jeopardy. STUDENT TEACHING PORTFOLIO Those students in the certification major (SLD) are required to complete an educational portfolio during student teaching (EDU 488). This portfolio will contain the following information: 20 Writing Samples Journal Demonstration of Planning Demonstration of Primary through Grade 12 Experiences Demonstration of Technology Experiences Exit Philosophical Statement (a reflective piece) Resume Paper on how ASHA s guidelines on the Role of the SLP in Schools compares with your two placements. This portfolio will be submitted near the end of the student teaching experience to the department student teaching coordinator for a grade. Professional Dress: While in clinical training (student teaching and the Center for Speech,

21 Language and Hearing Clinic experience) you must project a professional image. Professional attire lends credence to your competence giving the clients confidence in you. We want the clients to concentrate on the evaluation and therapeutic strategies presented without distractions. Therefore, visible body art, high cut, low cut and revealing clothes should not be worn during clinical training/student teaching. COLLEGE MINORS Although minors are not required, you will certainly have the encouragement of the Department if you are interested in choosing one. Typical minor areas often selected by our majors are Psychology of Children with Exceptionalities (Psychology Department) and Social Gerontology (Sociology-Anthropology Department). It is extremely important that you consult with your advisor as soon as you begin thinking about a minor and that you begin taking coursework in your minor as early in your college career as possible. Our major requirements are rather extensive and this sometimes creates difficulties in completing both major and minor requirements during the four years. EARLY SELECTION OF A MINOR AND CONSULTATION WITH YOUR ADVISORS ARE KEY FACTORS! CENTER FOR SPEECH, LANGUAGE AND HEARING DISORDERS The Center for Speech, Language and Hearing Disorders is located on the first floor of the Professional Studies Building (PRST) and staffed by the faculty of the Communication Disorders and Sciences Department, SUNY Cortland. The Center provides clinical services for identifying and treating a wide variety of communication disorders to members of the community and surrounding areas. The Center enables student clinicians to gain valuable clinical experience by working with clients under the direct supervision of the department s certified and licensed professional faculty. The PRST also houses the Communication Disorders and Sciences Department. Faculty offices are on the second floor. INDEPENDENT STUDY Information concerning independent study should be obtained from your advisor prior to any registration or arrangements. 21

22 STUDY ABROAD For proper sequencing of courses and timely graduation, this experience should be identified in the freshman year. If you are interested in studying abroad, consult your advisor and the study abroad office. AN EXAMPLE OF THE UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE IN SPEECH AND LANGUAGE DISABILITIES (SLD) First Year Fall Credits Spring Credits General Education (GE) 6 General Education (GE) 3 CPN Academic Writing I 3 3 CPN Academic Writing II 3 Foreign Language 3 SHH 270 Introduction to Communication Disorders 3 HLH 110 Personal and Community 2 SHH 280 Phonetics Or Foreign Language 3 HLH 199 Critical School Health Issues 2 COR 101 The Cortland Experience Second Year Fall Credits Spring Credits SHH 281 Speech Science 3 ENG 201 Intro to Language Study 3 SHH 300 Normal Language Development 3 SHH 370 Articulation & Language GE 3 Disorders (WI) 3 Foreign Language 3 SHH 371 Fluency and Voice 3 PSY 101 General Psychology 3 Foreign Language 3 *SHH 283 Hearing Science 3 GE 3 Quantitative Skills (Math Statistics)

23 Third Year Fall Credits Spring Credits SHH 477 Clinical Procedures 3 SHH 481 Clinical Practicum II 2 SHH 480 Clinical Practicum I 2 SHH 475 Technology 1 SHH 360 Teaching Children with Limited SHH 483 Aural Rehabilitation 3 English Proficiency 1 GE 6 GE - WI 3 Elective 2-3 SHH 383 Audiology 3 PSY elective (Normal Development) 3 Fourth Year Fall Credits Spring Credits Elective 3 EDU 488 Student Teaching 12 EDU 496 Organization of Speech, Language, Hearing Disabilities Program in the Schools 3 SHH 473 Neuropathologies 3 GE 3 PSY 332 Educational Psychology ******The above is only an example of a four year schedule. Other modifications can be made in your program upon consultation with your advisor. Student teaching can occur in the first semester of your senior year. Your program will then be modified accordingly. Remember that you need 124 credits to graduate. *Highly recommended for SLD majors 23

24 AN EXAMPLE OF THE UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE IN SPEECH AND HEARING SCIENCE (SHS NON-TEACHER CERTIFICATION MAJOR) First Year Fall Credits Spring Credits General Education (GE) (3 of them) 9 Foreign Language 3 CPN Academic Writing I 3 CPN Academic Writing II 3 Foreign Language 3 SHH 270 Introduction to Communication Disorder 3 COR 101 The Cortland Experience 1 SHH 280 Phonetics 3 GE Second Year Fall Credits Spring Credits SHH 281 Speech Science 3 ENG 201 Intro to Language Study 3 SHH 300 Normal Language Development 3 SHH 370 Articulation & Language GE 6 Disorders (WI) 3 PSY 101 General Psychology 3 SHH 371 Fluency and Voice 3 Quantitative Skills (Math Statistics) 3 SHH 283 Hearing Science 3 Third Year Fall Credits Spring Credits SHH 477 Clinical Procedures 3 Elective 3 SHH 480 Clinical Practicum 1 2 *SHH 475 Technology 1 *SHH 360 Teaching Children with Limited SHH 483 Aural Rehabilitation 3 English Proficiency 1 GE 6 GE - WI 3 Elective 2-3 SHH 383 Audiology 3 PSY elective (Normal Development)

25 Fourth Year Fall Credits Spring Credits Elective 3 Electives/minor 9 Elective Presentation Course 3 Presentation Course 3 SHH 473 Neuropathologies 3 *HLH 110 or 3 GE 3 *HLH *EDU ******The above is only an example of a four year schedule. However, other modifications can be made in your program upon consultation with your advisor. If space is available in SLD courses, such as SHH 360 and EDU 496, you may obtain special permission to enroll in them. Consult your advisor regarding this option. Remember that you need 124 credits to graduate. *Highly recommended for SHS majors TRANSFER STUDENTS Transfer Credit Limits ( Cortland Advisor Resource Packet ): 64 credits from 2 year colleges credits from 4 year accredited colleges, depending on the total number of credits required for graduation in the chosen program 30 credit maximum can come from AP, IB, CLEP Residency requirements Overall: 45 credits of coursework at SUNY Cortland Major: Half of the required credits must be completed at SUNY Cortland Half of the required credits must be completed at SUNY Cortland Transfers should begin their careers at SUNY Cortland by examining their curriculum records, particularly their evaluation of credits form. If there is some question regarding transcript evaluation and transferred credits, check with your advisor immediately. For transfer of General Education courses, see the College Catalog. 25

26 Courses that require substantial writing are identified in the Master Schedule by the abbreviation WI following the course title. Writing Intensive (WI) courses must be taken at SUNY Cortland. Students transferring into the certification program (SLD) at the junior level will be required to spend at least an extra semester (a total of 5 semesters) at SUNY Cortland in order to satisfy all degree requirements. Students who transfer into the non-certification major (SHS) can generally complete that major in four semesters. 6. As a transfer student, it is possible to complete this program in 5 semesters if substantial progress has been made toward completing SUNY GEs, SUNY Cortland requirements, psychology requirements and foreign language requirements. This is an extremely rigorous schedule and it is advised that students consider spreading these courses over a 6-semester period. TYPICAL SLD COURSE SEQUENCE for Transfer Students or Junior level changes of major Entering Fall 1st Semester 2nd Semester (Spring) Fall Credits Spring Credits Foreign Language 3 General Education (if needed)/ PSY 101 (if needed) 3 SHH 270 Intro to Communication Disorders 3 Foreign Language (if needed) 3 SHH 280 Phonetics 3 ENG 201 (Intro to Language Study)(Soph. or Junior) 3 SHH 281 Speech Science 3 SHH 370 Articulation & Language Disorders (WI) 3 SHH 300 Normal Language Development 3 SHH 371 Voice and Fluency 3 SHH 283 Hearing Science 3 3rd Semester 4th Semester Fall Credits Spring Credits Foreign Language (if needed) 3 Foreign Language (if needed) 3 SHH 473 Neuropathologies 3 SHH 475 Technology in Communication 1 SHH 360 Teaching Children with 3 Disorders Limited English Proficiency 1 SHH 483 Aural Rehabilitation 3 SHH 383 Basic Audiology 3 *SHH 481 Clinical Practicum II 3 26

27 SHH 477 Clinical Procedures 3 *PSY 332 Educational Psych 3 SHH 480 Clinical Practicum I 2 Quantitative Skills/Math or WI course outside the major (if needed) 3 *HLH 110 or 3 HLH Fall 5 th Semester *EDU 488 Student Teaching Speech and Hearing Science for Transfers entering Fall - SHS (Non-Certification Major) The above schedule is just an example. You will meet with your advisor to create the best schedule for you. For the non-certification major, the starred (*) courses are omitted. For the SHS major PSY/MAT 201 or CAP 100 must be taken. SHS majors must also take SHH 283 and their foreign language requirement is only one year (two semesters) of a foreign language (101, 102) at the college level. TYPICAL SLD COURSE SEQUENCE for Transfer Students or Junior level changes of major Entering in Spring 1st Semester 2nd Semester Spring Credits Fall Credits Foreign Language (if needed) 3 PSY elective in normal development/psy 101 (if 3 SHH 270 Intro to Communication Disorders 3 needed) SHH 280 Phonetics 3 Foreign Language (if needed) 3 SHH 300 Normal Language Development 3 SHH 370 Articulation & Language Disorders (WI) 3 *HLH 110 or or 2 SHH 281 Speech Science 3 SHH 283 Hearing Science 3 SHH 383 Audiology 3 *PSY 332 Educational Psychology 3 3rd Semester 4th Semester Spring Credits Fall Credits Foreign Language (if needed) 3 Foreign Language (if needed) 3 SHH 371 Fluency and Voice 3 Writing Intensive Course 3 *SHH 475 Technology in Communication 1 *SHH 481 Clinical Practicum II 3 Disorders SHH 473 Neuropathologies 3 27

28 SHH 477 Clinical Procedures 3 SHH 360 Teaching Children with Limited English 3 SHH 480 Clinical Practicum I 2 Proficiency Math (if needed) 3 ENG 201 Introduction to Language Study 3 *EDU 496 Organization of Speech, Language & 3 Or its equivalent Hearing Disabilities Program in the Schools SHH 483 Aural Rehabilitation 3 5 th Semester Spring *EDU 488 Student Teaching Speech and Hearing Science for Transfers entering Spring- SHS (Non-Certification Major) The above is an example of a schedule. You will meet with your advisor to create the best schedule for you. For the non-certification major, the starred (*) courses are omitted. For the SHS major PSY/MAT 201 or CAP 100 must be taken. SHS majors must also take SHH 283 and their foreign language requirement is only one year (two semesters) of a foreign language (101, 102) at the college level Note: The above are very heavy schedules. You might want to take a course or two in the summer to lighten your academic load. See your advisor to determine what is best for you. CLUBS, PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS NSSLHA CORTLAND The Department supports the National Student Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Cortland Chapter (NSSLHA Cortland Chapter). NSSLHA Cortland Chapter is affiliated with the national organization. The club has held a variety of fund-raising projects that benefit our Center for Speech, Language and Hearing Disorders. It has also sponsored a number of guest lecturers. You are encouraged to become involved with the club. It provides an excellent way to meet new people and increase your awareness of the profession that you are entering. Membership is open to all students in the department. Our student organization sponsors an Annual Spring Conference featuring nationally known speakers. It is co-sponsored by the National Student Speech-Language-Hearing Association Chapter at Ithaca College and the Southern Tier Area Speech Language and Hearing Association. Topics have included multiculturalism, closed head injury, central auditory processing, cochlear implants, dysphagia (swallowing disorders), and articulation and phonology disorders. The NSSLHA Cortland Chapter also organizes a banquet to honor both faculty and students. 28

29 You are also encouraged to become a member of the National Student Speech-Language- Hearing Association (NSSLHA). This entitles you to a number of professional journals at a substantial fee reduction. It is desirable to begin your professional journal collection while still in college. Obtain an application from the club advisor, Mr. Pitcher, or online at or write to NSSLHA, Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD for additional information. Talk with the advisor(s) of the club for additional information. Becoming a student member of the New York State Speech-Language-Hearing Association is beneficial too (phone: 800-NYSSLH for additional information). COLLEGE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES This is a summary of the policies and procedures referred to most often by students. The list is not intended to be all-inclusive. Class Attendance. It is the policy of the College that regular class attendance is a basic requirement of all courses. However, as long as absences are not excessive, it shall be the students performance and not their attendance record which shall determine their course grade. The policy does not exclude class participation and/or performance as a factor in determining course grades. Other than the restrictions stated in this policy, the taking of attendance and attendance requirements are at the discretion of the individual instructor. In determining the student s grade, the instructor may consider excessive absences. Instructors shall state in the course syllabus and emphasize to the class at the first meeting the attendance requirement for the course. Instructors should make clear to their classes what they consider to be valid reasons for missing class, and what penalties will follow excessive absences. Penalties for excessive absences, as determined by the instructor s policy, shall not exceed onethird of a letter grade per class hour of absence. Students are responsible for all work missed. Instructors shall establish procedures to allow students who have been absent for valid reasons to make up missed class work. If students anticipate having to miss class, it is their responsibility to inform the instructor ahead of time. Students who miss a final examination will receive an E for that course unless they have obtained an excuse for their absence from the associate dean of their school. 29

30 Absences due to participation in approved College activities shall be considered valid absences. The Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs shall determine what College activities are approved as valid for students to be absent from classes. Nonattendance does not mean a student has dropped a course. Students who have not attended class and have not officially dropped or withdrawn from the course will receive a grade of E ( Undergraduate Catalog). Cell Phones: Cell phones may be left on vibrate for emergency notification purposes. If you expect an important phone call, please inform your professor before the class begins. Then quietly excuse yourself when you receive that call. Text messaging/ No text messaging or ing is allowed in class. Anyone caught text messaging or ing in class may receive a severe penalty check your course syllabus for further information. Class Year Students are identified by class year in accordance with the number of credit hours earned toward graduation as follows: Freshman Sophomore Juniors Seniors credit hours credit hours credit hours 90 or more credit hours Course Numbering System. The number assigned to each course is the key to the level at which it is taught. Cortland uses the following numbering system: courses generally designed for freshmen but may be appropriate for sophomores, usually an introductory or first course taught in a sequence within a specific discipline. 30