Doctor of Speech-Language Pathology

Program Overview

This doctoral program in Speech-Language Pathology focuses on advanced clinical practice, research, and leadership. Core courses cover topics such as technology, gerontology, supervision, and neuroscience. Research courses provide training in biostatistics, research design, and measurement. Electives include research ethics, philosophy of science, and grant writing. The program culminates in an applied dissertation that demonstrates the student's research and clinical skills.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Core Courses (26 credits)
• SLPD 7000 Technology and Instrumentation in Communication Sciences
• SLPD 7030 Gerontology
• SLPD 7040 Supervision
• SLPD 7060 Genetics
• SLPD 7070 Pharmacology
• SLPD 7075 Counseling
• SLPD 7080 Business Management and Leadership
• SLPD 7200 Neuroscience/Neuropsychology and Communication Disorders
• SLPD 7210 Advanced Seminar in Pediatric Development
• SLPD 7220 Advanced Seminar in Voice and Swallowing
• SLPD 7250 Advanced Seminar in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
• Research Courses (12 credits)
• SLPD 7300 Biostatistics I (3 CREDITS)
• SLPD 7411 Quantitative Research Design (3 CREDITS)
• SLPD 7410 Qualitative Research Design (3 CREDITS)
• Choose one of the following (3 credits):
• SLPD 7310 Biostatistics II (3 CREDITS)
• SLPD 7700 Test and Measurement (3 CREDITS)
• Additional Electives
• SLPD 7222 Research Ethics (3 credits)
• SLPD 7500 Philosophy of Science (3 credits)
• SLPD 7600 Grant Writing and Publication (3 credits)
• Applied Dissertation (12 credits)
• SLPD 8966 Applied Dissertation Seminar 1—Concept Paper (2 CREDITS)
• SLPD 8967 Applied Dissertation Seminar 2—Proposal (5 CREDITS)
• SLPD 8968 Applied Dissertation Seminar 3—Dissertation (5 CREDITS)