PostGraduate Diploma in Aphasia Assessment and Management (PGD-ASLP/T)
Program Overview
Offered by the Faculty of Rehabilitation & Allied Health Sciences (FRAHS) at our campus in Islamabad.
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Program Description
The Postgraduate Diploma in Aphasia Assessment and Intervention aims to impart specialist knowledge in the field of speech language Pathology relevant to the disorder of Aphasia. The program will focus on the evidence-based approaches to assess and manage Aphasia difficulties with neurogenic conditions. After completion of this course students will be able to demonstrate a systematic understanding of formal assessment tools. They will also be able to formulate relevant treatment either conventional or advance level plans based on their diagnostic findings.
Students will be able to:
- Assess and manage Aphasia by using formal and informal tools and different therapeutic techniques according to type of aphasia
- Perform standardized test Quick aphasia battery, Boston Aphasia Examination Battery, Western Aphasia Battery, and Boston naming test.
- Management Aphasia through conventional approaches like MIT, VAT, CIAT, RET, PhotovoiceTherapy
- Management of Aphasia using advance and alternative methods like VESMP, TACTUS, and TobiDynovox.
- Able to train caregiver of aphasia’s through LPAA and Aphasia ASK programme.
Objectives of Programme:
The graduates of the program will be able to:
1. Relate different neurological underpinnings pertinent to Aphasia and its impact on individual’s lives.
2. Assess the linguistic implications of the impairment with the help of valid and reliable assessment tools.
3. Demonstrate assessment and management of Aphasia across the lifespan.
4. Develop an evidence-based management plan according to the diagnostic findings drawn from formal and informal tests.
5. Practice in accordance with an ethical code that recognizes human rights, diversity, and the requirement to “do no harm.”
6. Implement the tailored management plan for population inflicted with Aphasia in multidisciplinary health care settings to enhance wellbeing of patients.
Eligibility Criteria
PostGraduate Diploma in Aphasia Assessment and Management (PGD-ASLP/T)
For Pakistani Nationals
BS SLP/T (4 years), MS-SLP/T (2 years) from any HEC Recognized University
Admissions & Fee Structure
The PostGraduate Diploma in Aphasia Assessment and Management (PGD-ASLP/T) is being offered in the following location:
Gulberg Green Campus (Islamabad)
| Intake | Seats | Timings | Days | Admission |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring/Fall | 20 Male/Female | Morning/Day | Open |
Fee Structure (First Semester)
| For | Admission | Registration | Card | Tuition* | Exam* | Enrollment* | Lab* | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani Nationals | - | - | - | PKR 112,000 | - | - | - | PKR 112,000 |
Important Dates To Remember
| Period | Starts | Ends | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application | 1st February 2025 | 1st March 2025 | - |
Merit Lists
No Merit Lists Published For This Program.
Certificate / Diploma Awarding Criteria
The students will be able:
1. Use suitable assessment and management measures with reference to the personal, cultural, and pathological background of the adult population inflicted with Aphasia.
2. Administer timely intervention with a focus on resource conservation.
3. Represent as an effective communicator while being a resourceful team player.
4. Demonstrate personal accountability towards ethical and moral values of his/her society or community.
5. Exhibit eagerness towards learning in his professional development.
6. Contribute towards the beneficial expansion of the profession of speech and language pathology.