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Area of Science:

  • Speech-Language Pathology
  • Audiology
  • Communication Sciences and Disorders

Background:

  • The Council on Academic Programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CAPCSD) adopted an essential functions rubric in 2007.
  • This rubric defines critical skills and attributes necessary for students in the field.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the purpose and application of the essential functions rubric.
  • To inform prospective and current students about the core competencies required.
  • To provide academic programs with a tool for student counseling and accommodation planning.

Main Methods:

  • The article describes the structure and content of the essential functions rubric.
  • It highlights the five key areas assessed: communication, motor, intellectual-cognitive, sensory/observational, and behavioral/social.
  • The rubric is presented as a flexible tool for academic program adaptation.

Main Results:

  • The rubric serves to educate students on professional roles and responsibilities.
  • It offers an objective basis for academic programs to counsel students on expectations.
  • It facilitates the identification of potential accommodations for qualified students.

Conclusions:

  • The essential functions rubric is a valuable resource for communication sciences and disorders programs.
  • It aids in aligning student capabilities with professional demands.
  • It supports student success by guiding the implementation of necessary accommodations.