Description
The theories and methods related to the voice, speech, language and articulation disorders for children and adults, whether congenital or related to accidents or illness.
Alternative labels
theories and methods of speech therapy
logopedics
theory of speech therapy
logopedia
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
occupation-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Logopaedics is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Speech and language therapist: Speech and language therapists focus on the aetiology, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of communication and swallowing disorders in people of all ages in order to help them maintain, promote, improve, initiate, or recover the ability to communicate both verbally and nonverbally. They address the development of language, speech, vocal and hearing functions, and disorders and disabilities in the cranial, facial, and oral area.
Optional knowledge
Logopaedics is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Logopaedics – ESCO