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Programme NameBachelor of Science (Medical Rehabilitation) [Speech-Language Therapy and Audiology] (5205A)
DepartmentSchool of Medicine
FacultyCollege of Medical Sciences
Admission CriteriaPasses in three (3) subjects at CSEC (General Proficiency) Examination, grades I, II, or III (or equivalent) which must include English Language, Mathematics, and at least one of the following science subjects: Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or integrated Science (single award), together with the Government of Guyana Rehabilitation Assistant Certificate, obtained through the 18 months programme offered by the Ministry of Health, Georgetown. The certificate must been obtained with a minimum of 60% in both the written and practical sessions with a minimum of three (3) years experience as a Rehabilitation Assistant must have been served. They must also write the University of Guyana Entrance Examination (UGEE).
OR
Passes in five (5) subjects at CSEC (General Proficiency) Examination with grades I, II, or III (III after 1998) (or equivalent) and must include English Language, Mathematics, and at least one of the following science subjects: Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or Integrated Science (single award)
OR
Mature students (26 years and over) will be considered for admission to the programme provided that they have two (2) subjects at CSEC (General Proficiency) Examination, grades I, II, or III (or equivalent) which must include English Language, a Science subject or Mathematics and three (3) years continuous relevant experience. They must also write the University of Guyana Entrance Examination (UGEE).
OR
Any other qualification equivalent to any of the above
First Year
Semester 1
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
BMS1101 Introduction to Communicative Disorders Online 3
BMS1102 Anatomy & Physiology of Speech & Hearing Mechanism (Head & Neck) Online 3
BMS1103 Human Growth & Development Online 3
BMS1104 Child Language Development Online 3
BMS1105 Introduction to Phonetics Online 3
ENG1105 Introduction to the Use of English Hybrid (Online and In Class) 4
HSC1101 Homeostasis I Hybrid (Online and In Class) 4 This is an additional course that is not required for the degree. Please consult with your Head of Department.
Semester 2
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
BMR1201 Community Based Rehabilitation Online 2
BMS1201 Neuroanatomy/Neurophysiology Speech- Language-Hearing Online 3
BMS1202 Speech & Hearing Science Psychoacoustics Online 4
BMS1203 Childhood Language Disorders Online 3
BMS1204 Clinical Attachment I: Introduction to Clinical Techniques - Audiology Observation Hybrid (In Class/Online) 3
Semester 3
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
BMS1900 Clinical Attachment II: SLT Hybrid (In Class/Online) 2
BMS1901 Clinical Attachment III: Audiology Hybrid (In Class/Online) 2
Second Year
Semester 1
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
BMS2101 Diagnostic Audiology & Hearing Disorders Online 3
BMS2102 Hearing & Speech Audiometry Assessment Online 3
BMS2103 Phonology & Articulation Online 3
CMS3200 Ethics and Law for Healthcare Professionals Online 3 This course replaces HSC3201 with effect from academic year 2022/2023.
HSC3201 Legal and Ethical Issues / Psychology Not Specified 3
HSC3209 Sexually Transmitted Infections and HIV/AIDS Online 3
MED2106 Research Methodology & Biostatistics Online 4
Semester 2
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
BMS2201 Aural Rehabilitation Online 3
BMS2202 Assessment in Speech & Language (Diagnostics) Hybrid (In Class/Online) 3
BMS2203 Fluency Disorders Online 3
BMS2204 Clinical Attachment IV - SLT Practicum Hybrid (In Class/Online) 3
BMS2205 Clinical Attachment V - Audiology (Hearing) Hybrid (In Class/Online) 3
BMS2901 Clinical Attachment VII Audiology Hybrid (In Class/Online) 2
Semester 3
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
BMS2900 Clinical Attachment VI SLT - Diagnostics Hybrid (In Class/Online) 2
Third Year
Semester 1
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
BMR3104 Communciation and Interpersonal Skills with Cultural Competence Not Specified 4
BMS3101 Neurological Disorders Online 3
BMS3102 Craniofacial Anomalies Online 3
BMS3103 Amplification Online 3
BMS3104 Treatment of Speech & Language Disorders Online 3
BMS3105 Voice Disorders Online 3
BMS3106 Clinical Attachment VIII Hybrid (In Class/Online) 3
Semester 2
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
BMR3209 Communication, Interpersonal with Cultural Awareness Online 3 This course replaces BMR 3104 which is no longer offered.
BMS3201 Pediatric Audiology Online 3
BMS3202 Motor Speech Disorders Online 3
BMS3203 Creating & Using Communicative Devices Online 3
Semester 3
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
BMS3900 Clinical Attachment IX: Aural Rehabilation Hybrid (In Class/Online) 3
Fourth Year
Semester 1
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
BMS4101 Dysphagia - Feeding & Swallowing Online 3
BMS4102 Gerontology in Communication Disorders Online 3
BMS4103 Electrophysiological Measure in Audiology Online 3
BMS4104 Clinical Attachment X Online 3
BMS4105 Clinical Attachment XI Hybrid (In Class/Online) 3
Semester 2
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
BMS4201 Evidence Based Practice & Research Project (Required Core) Hybrid (In Class/Online) 3
BMS4202 Counseling Hybrid (In Class/Online) 2
BMS4203 Early Intervention Online 3
BMS4204 National Health Systems, Legal Ethical, Professional Issues, Global Service Delivery Online 3
Semester 3
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
BMS4900 Clinical Attachment XII SLT Hybrid (In Class/Online) 2
BMS4901 Clinical Attachment XIII Audiology Hybrid (In Class/Online) 2