Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

Program Outcome Categories
 
KNOWLEDGE - Theoretical/Factual
No. Program Learning Outcome (Description)
1 Follows fundamental, current, theoretical, and applied scientific knowledge in the field of Speech and Language Therapy.
2 Demonstrates theoretical and practical knowledge of the biomedical (anatomical, neurological, physiological, etc.), linguistic, psychological/behavioral, and developmental foundations of human communication, language, speech, voice, hearing, feeding, and swallowing processes.
3 Knows the technology, tools, and equipment necessary for assessment and application specific to the field of Speech and Language Therapy.
4 Accesses and uses accurate, reliable, valid, and evidence-based information in the field of Speech and Language Therapy.
5 Knows the disorders defined and coded in current and valid classifications such as ICD, ICF, and DSM-V relevant to the field of Speech and Language Therapy.
6 Applies theoretical and practical concepts and principles necessary for prevention, functional assessment, differential diagnosis, intervention, therapy, and re/habilitation in the field of Speech and Language Therapy.
 
SKILLS - Cognitive/Practical
No. Program Learning Outcome (Description)
1 Takes responsibility and initiative within multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and transdisciplinary teams and collaborates as needed in relation to their field.
2 Exhibits a holistic approach based on biopsychosocial and cultural foundations in speech and language therapy practices aimed at individuals, families, and communities.
3 Collects, records, interprets, reports results, and prepares, implements, and monitors therapy plans/programs based on evidence using the necessary technology, tools, and equipment in the field.
4 Conducts evidence-based prevention, functional assessment, differential diagnosis, intervention, therapy, and re/habilitation practices using the required tools and technologies in the field.
 
COMPETENCIES - Autonomy and Responsibility
No. Program Learning Outcome (Description)
1 Effectively organizes independent work in the field of Speech and Language Therapy, ensuring continuity of quality and organizational functions, and supports professional development.
2 Takes individual and/or team responsibility by using up-to-date knowledge in the field, analyzes work processes, manages them, and produces solutions based on information and evidence.
3 Communicates appropriately with clients/patients, families, and other stakeholders (teachers, physicians, psychologists, employers, etc.) according to age, gender, sociocultural background, and type of communication disorder.
 
COMPETENCIES - Learning Competence
No. Program Learning Outcome (Description)
1 Uses information and care technologies to perform all professional practices in the field of Speech and Language Therapy and provides information and consultancy services based on developments in the field.
2 Communicates effectively in spoken and written Turkish, gives and receives clear instructions, and uses at least one foreign language to follow national and international literature, communicate with team members, and provide care to foreign patients.
  
COMPETENCIES - Communication and Social Competence
No. Program Learning Outcome (Description)
1 Presents current developments and own work in the field using quantitative and qualitative data in a systematic manner to both field-specific and non-specialist groups through written, oral, and visual communication.
2 Critically evaluates, develops, and when necessary, acts to change social relationships and the norms governing them.
3 Communicates verbally and in writing in at least one foreign language at a minimum of B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
4 Uses computer software and information and communication technologies at an advanced level as required by the field.
 
COMPETENCIES - Field-Specific Competence
No. Program Learning Outcome (Description)
1 Monitors and teaches societal, scientific, cultural, and ethical values during the collection, interpretation, implementation, and dissemination of data related to the field of Speech and Language Therapy.
2 Develops strategies, policies, and implementation plans on issues related to the field and evaluates results within quality processes.
3 Applies the acquired knowledge and problem-solving and/or implementation skills in interdisciplinary studies.