Online Doctorate Clinical Speech Language Pathology
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Online Doctorate Clinical Speech Language Pathology
Launching in Fall 2026, UC’s fully online Clinical Doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP-D) is a part-time program designed for practicing speech-language pathologists (SLPs) looking to advance their careers without interrupting their current professional commitments.
This program prepares students for leadership roles and advanced clinical practice, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to conduct and apply clinical research, enhancing both their practice and the field of speech-language pathology.
The Goal of UC’s SLP-D Program
This program is designed to enhance students’ professional and clinical expertise, equipping them with the skills to mentor and lead in their chosen field. Students will develop critical thinking, clinical problem-solving, and research application skills while gaining expertise in clinical education, teaching, supervision, and mentorship.
Throughout the program, students will collaborate with practicing clinicians and engage with UC’s renowned faculty. Each student will choose between two specialized tracks—healthcare or education—to focus their learning and leadership development for their respective setting.
Is a Clinical Doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology the Right Choice for Me?
A Clinical Doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP-D) might be the right fit for you if you are:
- A Licensed and Experienced SLP
- You hold a ASHA accredited master’s degree in speech-language pathology and actively practice in the field (at least 3 years of clinical experience at the start of the SLP-D program).
- Seeking Career Advancement
- You want to take on leadership roles in clinical practice, healthcare, academia, or research.
- Looking to Specialize
- You aim to deepen your expertise in specific areas such as medical speech-language pathology, social communication, voice disorders, or advanced clinical techniques.
- Interested in Education or Research
- You are passionate about teaching, mentoring future SLPs, or conducting clinical research to advance the profession.
- Committed to Evidence-Based Practice
- You prioritize integrating research and clinical expertise to improve client outcomes and advance the field.
State Authorization
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Meet Your Program Director
Amanda Kaye Simmons
Assoc Professor - Educator, CAHS Communication Sciences & Disorders
Amanda Simmons, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, is an Associate Professor at the University of Cincinnati in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders. Her research focuses on teaching and training, specifically considering populations who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) across the lifespan. Recent work has included collaboration with criminal justice to advocate for communication rights for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in reporting crimes. Her research intersects with her passion for teaching through implementing and evaluating sustainable education practices through the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) in communication sciences and disorders (CSD).