Speech-Language Pathology M.S.

Program Overview

The Speech-Language Pathology Master of Science (M.S) program at the University of North Texas prepares students for careers in educational and medical settings. The two year program includes 56 credit hours of coursework and clinical training. Students gain valuable experience through practicums at over 100 regional sites, preparing for the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) certification. With an impressive 90% employment placement within one year, the program equips graduates with the knowledge and skills for successful careers in Speech-Language Pathology.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Program Type: Master of Science (M.S.)
• Format: On Campus
• Estimated Time to Complete: 2 years
• Credit Hours: 39 classroom; 17 clinical training
• Objectives:
• Provide an academic and clinical professional education to prepare students as clinicians working in educational and medical settings.
• Prepare students for national certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and state licensure.
• Offer opportunities for valuable research experience by working with faculty members on various projects.
• Provide access to laboratories for research, clinical treatment rooms, a clinic library, a student workroom, and a computer lab.

Assessment:

• Formative and Summative Assessments: Used at different stages of the program to evaluate academic knowledge and clinical competency.
• Clinical Competencies: Reviewed each semester by a clinical supervisor.
• ASHA Praxis Exam: 100% pass rate among UNT graduates.

Teaching:

• Clinical Focus: The program emphasizes hands-on experience to prepare students for work as practitioners.
• Clinical Supervision: All practicum requirements are closely monitored by a clinical supervisor.
• Faculty: Students have the opportunity to work with faculty members on research projects.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths: Speech-Language Pathologist
• Employment Opportunities:
• Frisco Feeding and Speech Therapy
• Cole Pediatric Therapy
• Frisco Feeding and Speech Therapy
• Cook Children's Healthcare System
• Keller ISD
• Outcomes: More than 90% of graduates are employed in the field of Speech-Language Pathology within one year of graduation.

Other:

• Practicum Opportunities: Available at more than 100 sites in the region, including hospitals, nursing homes, rehab centers, and public schools.
• Practicum Focus: Includes administering hearing screenings and raising hearing loss awareness.
• Program Highlights:
• 100% pass rate on the ASHA Praxis Exam.
• More than 90% of graduates employed in the field within one year.
• Closely monitored practicum requirements.
• Formative and summative assessments to evaluate academic knowledge and clinical competency.
• Clinically focused program with outstanding hands-on experience.