Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, B.S.
Program Overview
Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, B.S.
The Bachelor of Science program in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology is offered in the Department of Health and Human Performance through the College of Health and Behavioral Sciences at MTSU. This program provides students with the opportunity to learn about human communication, speech, language, and hearing disorders, and intervention methods for children and adults experiencing communication problems.
Program Description
The Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology major focuses on diagnosis and intervention for those who have speech or hearing problems. It provides a foundation for students who wish to continue study at the graduate level to become certified as speech-language pathologists or audiologists or who wish to pursue other careers related to communication disorders.
Academic Map
Following is a printable, suggested four-year schedule of courses:
- True Blue Core (TBC): 41 hours
- Major Requirement: 54 hours
- Auxiliary Courses: 14 hours
- Electives: 11-25 hours
- TOTAL: 120 hours
Major Requirements
- CDIS 3050 - Introduction to Speech Language Pathology and Audiology
- CDIS 3130 - Hearing and Speech Science
- CDIS 3150 - Phonetics
- CDIS 3200 - Speech Sound Disorders
- CDIS 3260 - Language Acquisition and Analysis
- CDIS 3270 - Language and Literacy Development in School-Age Children
- CDIS 3300 - Clinical Methods in Speech Language Pathology
- CDIS 3350 - Introduction to Audiology
- CDIS 3400 - Anatomy and Physiology for Speech Pathology
- CDIS 4400 - Neurology in Speech Language Pathology
- CDIS 4500 - Aural Rehabilitation
- CDIS 4550 - MTSU Clinic Practicum in Speech Language Pathology A
- CDIS 4560 - MTSU Clinic Practicum in Speech Language Pathology B
- CDIS 4850 - Speech and Language Disorders in Childhood
- CDIS 4900 - Diagnostic Procedures in Speech Language Pathology
Guided Electives
- Choose 9 hours from the following:
- ANTH 3410 - Linguistic Anthropology
- CDIS 3010 - Communication Disorders in Pop Culture
- CDIS 3450 - Fluency Disorders
- CDIS 3500 - Multicultural Issues in Communication Disorders
- CDIS 4570 - MTSU Clinic Practicum in Speech Language Pathology C
- CDIS 4580 - MTSU Clinic Practicum in Speech Language Pathology D
- CDIS 4600 - Off-Campus Practicum in Speech Language Pathology
- CDIS 4620 - Independent Study
- CDIS 4630 - Independent Study
- CDIS 4660 - School Practicum in Speech Language Pathology
- CDIS 4700 - Practicum in Audiology
- CDIS 4750 - Advanced Audiology
- CDIS 4860 - Seminar in School Speech Language Pathology
- CDIS 4950 - Research Methods in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology
- CDIS 4960 - Autism Spectrum Disorder and Speech-Language Pathology
- CDIS 4970 - Introduction to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
Auxiliary Courses
- ENGL 1010 - Expository Writing
- MATH 1530 - Applied Statistics
- Choose one of the following:
- BIOL 1030 - Exploring Life AND BIOL 1031 - Exploring Life Lab
- BIOL 1110 - General Biology I AND BIOL 1111 - General Biology I Lab
- BIOL 2010 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I AND BIOL 2011 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab
- BIOL 2020 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II AND BIOL 2021 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab
- Choose one of the following:
- CHEM 1010 - Introductory General Chemistry I AND CHEM 1011 - Intro to General Chemistry I Lab
- CHEM 1030 - Chemistry for Consumers AND CHEM 1031 - Chemistry for Consumers Lab
- CHEM 1110 - General Chemistry I AND CHEM 1111 - General Chemistry I Lab
- PHYS 1110 - Discovering Physics
- PHYS 2010 - Non-Calculus-Based Physics I AND PHYS 2011 - Physics Problems Laboratory I
- PHYS 2110 - Calculus-Based Physics I AND PHYS 2111 - Calculus-Based Physics Laboratory I
Electives
- 11-25 hours
Curriculum
Freshman
- ENGL 1010 - Expository Writing (minimum grade of B-)
- Information Literacy (3 credit hours)
- Non-Written Communication (3 credit hours)
- Creativity and Cultural Expression (6 credit hours)
- Human Society and Social Relationships (3 credit hours)
- History and Civic Learning (6 credit hours)
- General elective or minor course (1 credit hour)
- Choose one of the following:
- BIOL 1030 - Exploring Life AND BIOL 1031 - Exploring Life Lab
- BIOL 1110 - General Biology I AND BIOL 1111 - General Biology I Lab
- BIOL 2010 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I AND BIOL 2011 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab
- BIOL 2020 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II AND BIOL 2021 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab
Sophomore
- Creativity and Cultural Expression Literature (3 credit hours)
- Human Society and Social Relationships (3 credit hours)
- General elective or minor course (3 credit hours)
- CDIS 3050 - Introduction to Speech Language Pathology and Audiology
- CDIS 3130 - Hearing and Speech Science
- CDIS 3150 - Phonetics
- CDIS 3200 - Speech Sound Disorders
- CDIS 3260 - Language Acquisition and Analysis
- CDIS 3350 - Introduction to Audiology
- Choose one of the following:
- CHEM 1010 - Introductory General Chemistry I AND CHEM 1011 - Intro to General Chemistry I Lab
- CHEM 1030 - Chemistry for Consumers AND CHEM 1031 - Chemistry for Consumers Lab
- CHEM 1110 - General Chemistry I AND CHEM 1111 - General Chemistry I Lab
- PHYS 1110 - Discovering Physics
- PHYS 2010 - Non-Calculus-Based Physics I AND PHYS 2011 - Physics Problems Laboratory I
- PHYS 2110 - Calculus-Based Physics I AND PHYS 2111 - Calculus-Based Physics Laboratory I
Junior
- MATH 1530 - Applied Statistics
- CDIS 3270 - Language and Literacy Development in School-Age Children
- CDIS 3300 - Clinical Methods in Speech Language Pathology
- CDIS 3400 - Anatomy and Physiology for Speech Pathology
- CDIS 4400 - Neurology in Speech Language Pathology
- CDIS 4550 - MTSU Clinic Practicum in Speech Language Pathology A
- CDIS 4850 - Speech and Language Disorders in Childhood
- General electives or minor courses (6 credit hours)
- CDIS guided electives (3 credit hours)
Senior
- CDIS 4500 - Aural Rehabilitation
- CDIS 4560 - MTSU Clinic Practicum in Speech Language Pathology B
- CDIS 4900 - Diagnostic Procedures in Speech Language Pathology
- CDIS guided electives (6 credit hours)
- General electives or minor courses (15 credit hours)
Faculty
- Dr. Kathryn Guillot Blankenship, Associate Professor
- Katie Brooks, Lecturer
- Dr. Karen C. Davis, Associate Professor
- Mrs. Elizabeth Lanphier Smith, Clinic Coordinator
Information
The Clinic
The MTSU Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic serves children and adults who have hearing, articulation, language, voice, stuttering, and other communication problems. Client services are provided by undergraduate students under the supervision of clinical faculty.
The Clinic Experience
In addition to academic coursework, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology majors receive instruction in clinical management. Undergraduate programs that offer opportunities for clinical training are unique. Specialized clinic courses and experiences allow majors to combine academic knowledge with actual clinical services.
Ambassador Program
The Student Ambassador Program allows students to share their passion for speech-pathology and audiology, represent the department at campus events, mentor prospective students, and serve as a vital link between faculty and the student body.
NSSLHA
The National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA) chapter at MTSU provides students with opportunities to connect with peers, engage in community service, and access exclusive professional development opportunities.
Advising
The College of Behavioral and Health Sciences (CBHS) Advising Center provides students with clear, reliable information to help them understand degree requirements, access campus resources, and build a personalized educational plan.