M.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders - Speech Language Pathology

Experiential learning, education and training in a full range of evaluation and remediation techniques are integral parts of the curriculum. We aim to teach how to translate theory into practice. Additional areas of study within the SLHS Department are in the area of bilingual speech-language pathology and family-focused treatment.All MSSLHS students seeking certification take a set of required courses that ensure competencies in a wide variety of professional areas, as required for the current Council for Clinical Certification in Audiology and Speech Language Pathology standards for certification. A total of 57-60 credit hours over five semesters is required for the completion of the MSSLHS. Additional hours may be required by the program in order to meet ASHA guidelines.Beginning with the orientation for new graduate students held prior to the start of the Fall semester, each graduate student is advised on a regular basis by the Graduate Advisor, Graduate Coordinator and the clinical faculty working together. This mentoring team assists the student with course selection, registration for the following semesters, and helps to coordinate course work and clinical practicum experiences so that the student derives maximum benefit from his or her experience in the program.