Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice ›› 2024, Vol. 30 ›› Issue (9): 1003-1010.doi: 10.3969/j.issn.1006-9771.2024.09.002

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Construction of curriculum system of higher vocational education in speech-language-hearing rehabilitation based on WHO rehabilitation competency framework

SUN Wen1, LIANG Yongsheng2(), ZHANG Yu3, ZHOU Jing4, GAO Weiwei4, WANG Yongli5, CHEN Xuefen6   

  1. 1. Department of Physical Therapy, Sehan University, Mokpo 58447, Korea
    2. Department of Special Education, Shandong Vocational College of Special Education, Ji'nan, Shandong 250022, China
    3. Geriatric Center, the First Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang 315000, China
    4. Ningbo College of Health Sciences, Ningbo, Zhejiang 315100, China
    5. Department of Rehabilitation Science, East China Normal University, Shanghai 200062, China
    6. Xiaoxiaohu Special Children Training Center, Ningbo, Zhejiang 315100, China
  • Received:2024-08-01 Published:2024-09-25 Online:2024-10-15
  • Contact: LIANG Yongsheng, E-mail: bbg1938@163.com
  • Supported by:
    Vocational Education Teaching Reform Research Project of Shandong Province(2023287);Special Project of Zhejiang Province Association of Higher Education(KT2024448);Zhejiang Province Association of Higher Education(KT2024296)

Abstract:

Objective To construct a curriculum system for higher vocational education in speech-language-hearing rehabilitation based on the World Health Organization rehabilitation competency framework (RCF), to align with international standards.
Methods Based on RCF, curriculum theory and principles of vocational education psychology, a curriculum system and its content for higher vocational education in speech-language-hearing rehabilitation were developed. The curriculum content and core competencies were analyzed in detail across four levels: basic courses, specialized basic courses, specialized core courses and practical training courses.
Results From the perspective of the seven competency domains of RCF, the theoretical and practical significance of constructing a speech-language-hearing higher vocational education curriculum system based on RCF was systematically elaborated. The study emphasized the importance of establishing competency-oriented higher vocational rehabilitation education for developing students' professional competence, adapting to job requirements, and promoting career development. A curriculum content system for speech-language-hearing rehabilitation higher vocational education based on RCF was systematically constructed, encompassing basic courses, professional courses, and practical training courses. The course names, main content and competency objectives at each level were analyzed in detail.
Conclusion It is important to develop the course system of higher vocational education of speech-language-hearing rehabilitation based on RCF. By comparing with international standards, the curriculum is optimized, focusing on improving students' vocational competence and promoting the international development. The curriculum system covers key areas such as core values, beliefs, practice and professionalism, integrates basic, core and practical training courses to achieve a competence-oriented curriculum system for higher vocational speech-language-hearing rehabilitation education.

Key words: rehabilitation competency framework, speech-language-hearing rehabilitation, higher vocational education, curriculum

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