CMDS 562G - High Risk Infants

Familiarizes students with the concept of high risk as it applies to infants. Factors which contribute to the high risk label being applied to an infant are discussed. The developmental outcome of high risk infants during the preschool and school-age years are presented. Assessment and intervention strategies, as well as available materials, are outlined. Parental and family concerns are also discussed relative to the special adjustments and needs of the high risk infant.

Prerequisite: Admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 3

NOTE:
* The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.