Program Overview

Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences

The Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences at Western Michigan University offers a comprehensive program for students interested in working with children and adults in schools or medical centers. This program provides evaluation and treatment services for individuals with speech, language, hearing, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders.

Program Overview

As a speech, language and hearing sciences student at WMU, you will have access to clinical observation in the department’s Charles Van Riper Language, Speech and Hearing Clinic. You may also be eligible for an opportunity for clinical practice in this clinic.

Career Outcomes

Completion of the undergraduate program in speech, language and hearing sciences prepares you for the graduate-level education needed to work in either field. A master's degree in speech, language and hearing sciences or a doctoral degree in audiology is the entry-level requirement for certification as a professional.

Program Location

The program is offered in:

• Kalamazoo

Related Programs

Other programs of interest include:

• Nursing
• Pre-Dentistry
• Social Work