Speech-Language Pathology Master's

Program Overview

Speech-Language Pathology Master's

Program Overview

The Master of Science (M.S.) in Speech-Language Pathology program provides an academic and clinical professional education to prepare students as clinicians working in educational and medical settings.

Program Details

• Program Type: Master of Science (M.S.)
• Major: Speech-Language Pathology
• Format: On Campus
• Estimated Time to Complete: 2 years
• Credit Hours: 39 classroom; 17 clinical training

Program Requirements

The program requires coursework, laboratory training, and clinical practicum experiences to qualify students for national certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and state licensure.

Marketable Skills

• Data analysis for evidence-based problem solving
• Communicating clinical intervention procedures/outcomes
• Advanced oral and written communication
• Teamwork
• Advocacy for people with disabilities

Program Highlights

• 100% pass rate on the ASHA Praxis Exam
• More than 90% of graduates are employed in the field of Speech-Language Pathology within one year of graduation
• On-campus practicum at the UNT Speech and Hearing Center
• Off-site practicum opportunities at more than 100 sites in the region

Career Opportunities

Recent graduates are employed as:

• Speech-Language Pathologist

Recent graduates are employed by:

• Frisco Feeding and Speech Therapy
• Cole Pediatric Therapy
• Cook Children's Healthcare System
• Keller ISD

Sample Courses

• Medical Aspects of Speech-Language Pathology I (3 hrs)
• Neuromotor Speech Disorders (3 hrs)
• Diagnostics Speech Pathology (3 hrs)
• Voice Disorders (3 hrs)
• Pediatric Speech Sound Disorders (3 hrs)
• Augmentative and Alternative Communication (3 hrs)

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.