Program Overview

Program Overview

The Speech-Language Pathology program is a 2-year Master's degree that requires a minimum of 75-85 credits.

Program Structure

The program is divided into four semesters, with the following required hours and possible hours:

• Fall Semester Year 1: 14 required hours, 15 possible hours
• Spring Semester Year 1: 14 required hours, 14 possible hours
• Summer Semester Year 1: 13 required hours, 15 possible hours
• Fall Semester Year 2: 11 required hours, 11 possible hours
• Spring Semester Year 2: 10 required hours, 10 possible hours
• Summer Semester Year 2: 10 required hours, 12 possible hours

Coursework

The program includes the following required coursework:

Fall Semester Year 1

• CSD7010: Speech Sound Disorders (3 credits)
• CSD7048C: Intermediate Speech and Hearing Science (1 credit)
• CSD7011: Language Disorders in Early Childhood (3 credits)
• CSD8051C: Advanced Neurological Basis of Communication Disorders (3 credits)
• CSD7037: Augmentative and Alternative Communication (3 credits)
• CSD7051: Clinical Practicum in Speech/Language Pathology (1 credit)
• CSD7072: Syntax of Language (1 credit) (prerequisite course)

Spring Semester Year 1

• CSD7035: Dysphagia (3 credits)
• CSD7014: Voice Disorders (3 credits)
• CSD7032: Neurogenic Language Disorders (3 credits)
• CSD7012: Language Disorders in Later Childhood (3 credits)
• CSD7045: Dysphagia Assessment Simulation (1 credit)
• CSD7051: Clinical Practicum in Speech/Language Pathology (1 credit)

Summer Semester Year 1

• CSD7033: Neurogenic Cognitive Disorders (3 credits)
• CSD7013: Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities (3 credits)
• CSD7077: School Issues and Procedures (3 credits)
• CSD7034: Neurogenic Speech Disorders (3 credits)
• CSD7051: Clinical Practicum in Speech/Language Pathology (1 credit)

Fall Semester Year 2

• CSD7015: Stuttering, Cluttering, & Typical Disfluency (3 credits)
• CSD7046: Research Application Methods (3 credits)
• CSD7052: Internship in Speech/Language Pathology (5 credits) or CSD7053: School Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology (5 credits)

Spring Semester Year 2

• CSD8094: Clinical Capstone in Speech-Language Pathology (2 credits)
• CSD7052: Internship in Speech/Language Pathology (6 credits) or CSD7053: School Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology (6 credits)
• Elective options:
  • CSD7073: Literacy for SLPs (2 credits)
  • CSD7036: Pediatric Dysphagia (2 credits)
  • CSD8032: Advanced Seminar in Acquired Cognitive-Linguistic Disorders (2 credits)

Summer Semester Year 2

• CSD7009: Management of Individuals with Hearing Loss (3 credits)
• CSD7030: Culturally Responsive Service Delivery in Speech-Language Pathology (3 credits)
• CSD7052: Internship in Speech/Language Pathology (2-4 credits)
• Elective options:
  • CSD7039: Communication and Swallowing Related to Head and Neck Cancer (2 credits)
  • CSD7040: Craniofacial Anomalies (2 credits)
  • CSD7041: Early Intervention for Children with Communication Disorders (2 credits)
  • CSD7038: Advanced Augmentative & Alternative Communication (2 credits)
  • CSD8033: Advanced Seminar in Voice & Motor Speech Disorders (2 credits)

Credit Hours

The minimum number of credit hours required for the program is 75-85. However, this number may vary based on previously earned credits and/or the level of placement into required coursework.