HSTATS-451-DL

Course Overview

This course introduces the student to the foundations of statistical concepts. Topics include organizing data, measures of central tendency, probability, sampling, and statistical hypothesis testing. The course is taught conceptually with minimal emphasis on the mathematical derivation of the formulas.

SectionSemester StartSemester End
Spring 2026 Traditional (DL)January 12, 2026April 21, 2026
Spring 2026 Intensive A (DL2)January 12, 2026February 23, 2026
Spring 2026 Intensive B (DL3)March 9, 2026April 21, 2026
Summer 2026 Traditional (DL)May 26, 2026August 17, 2026
Summer 2026 Intensive A (DL2)May 26, 2026July 6, 2026
Summer 2026 Intensive B 9DL3)July 7, 2026August 17, 2026

 

Note: This course is offered 3 times each semester. It can be taken over a full semester or during one of our accelerated 6-week terms.

TypeOnline, Self-Paced Lecture
FacultyKaRynn Sheranian, MS, CCC-SLP
Credits3 undergraduate
OfferedFall, Spring, Summer
PrerequisitesNone
Cost$1,635.00 (Fees included)

 

Summer Registration Open

1/21/26-5/27/26


What to Expect in this Course

Course activities are organized into modules of 1 week in length.

There are required activities and deadlines within each module but there are no required course meeting times.  

While instructors make regular course updates to enhance your experience as a learner, the table below provides a general idea of what you can expect from a typical week.

Course Activity Hours Per Week

Self Directed Learning

  • Reading textbooks, articles
  • Watching mini-lectures, videos
  • Listening to podcasts
3-4

Self-Assessments

  • Mini quizzes
  • Practice problems
  • Weekly modules
2-3

Other Assignments

  • Written papers
  • Case studies
  • Practical assignments
3-4

Discussion Boards

  • Initial posting
  • Reading posts
  • Responding to peer posts
3-4
Total Time 10-15
  • Defining variables related to the health professions
  • Designations of scales, including nominal, ordinal, interval, and scale
  • Basis of hypothesis testing
  • Entering, navigating, and processing data through SPSS software
  • Generating descriptive statistics and measures of central tendencies
  • Describing data distributions in terms of mode, symmetry, and skew
  • The measure of variability and standard deviation
  • Establishing positive and negative correlation using Pearson’s r test
  • Comparing groups means using t-Tests and ANOVA analysis
  • Using repeated-measures ANOVA to evaluate longitudinal data
  • Non-parametric tests including binomials and crosstab analyses
  • Reporting statistics in APA style

Course Materials

MaterialUse in Course
D2LRequired
TextbookNot needed
Lab Kit / SuppliesNot needed
Web-Based Learning ApplicationRequired
Standard word/ data processing capabilitiesRequired
Ability to video conferenceRecommended
Ability to upload images/videosNot needed

D2L: All of our online prerequisite courses use the learning platform software called Desire2Learn (D2L). D2L integrates text, video, and audio. You can check your system compatibility by reviewing the D2L system recommendations.

Textbook: If a textbook is required, every effort is made to choose high-quality, low-cost materials that students can buy and sell, rent and return, or buy and use again in future courses.

Lab Kit / Supplies: Lab kits/supplies allow students to conduct hands-on experiments at home. Information about ordering lab kits and/or supplies will be provided to registered students approximately 6 weeks before the start of the semester.

Web-Based Learning Application: Web-based applications often serve as an alternative to a traditional textbook or lab kit. Most require students to register for a separate application that will integrate seamlessly with the D2L platform.

Standard word and data processing: Technology that allows the student to create, edit, and save documents and files.

Ability to video conference: Technology that allows live, visual connection between individuals who are in different locations.

Ability to upload photos/videos: Technological capabilities through which a student could record a short video or still image and upload it to an online learning system.

Course Faculty

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PhD Student Clinical Instructor, Communication Sciences and Disorders Term Lecturer, Online Prerequisite Program

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