Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
The Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) degree prepares competent and dedicated professionals to serve adults and children with communication disorders. Students in the MS-SLP program meet the highest academic, clinical and ethical standards.
Academic coursework is primarily taught in person, with some courses delivered online (less than 50%) during the program鈥檚 second year. This six-semester program (over 2 years) allows students to explore all aspects of the SLP field while working to improve the lives of people with communication and swallowing difficulties.
The MS-SLP program requires 54 credit hours over six semesters.
Graduates are eligible for certification by the and . Additionally, students will be eligible for teaching licensure by completing the MS-SLP degree and other requirements for the Pathway: .
Get to know the MS-SLP program with student India Cordero
Clinical Experiences
Students complete six clinical experiences over the program.
The first two clinical practicum experiences are completed primarily through simulation experiences and limited evaluation and treatment experiences (school and community screenings or specialized clinics).
After completing the first two semesters of coursework and practicum, students are assigned to two semesters of part-time internships in the community. The final two internships are full-time.
The Division of SLP operates the 91社区 Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic. The division has built relationships with many community facilities, including school districts, nonprofit organizations, hospitals and skilled nursing facilities. These diverse clinical settings are chosen to allow students a variety of experiences.
Capstone Project
MS-SLP students will complete a capstone research experience. During the first semester, students are assigned a faculty member to guide their experience. Students may choose to complete a thesis in place of the capstone project.
Curriculum
| Course | Credits |
| SLP 500 Clinical Practicum I | 1 |
| SLP 501 Clinical Practicum II | 1 |
| SLP 510 Healthcare Delivery | 3 |
| SLP 520 Pediatric Language Disorders | 3 |
| SLP 521 Language Disorders in School-Age Children and Adolescents | 3 |
| SLP 530 Counseling | 3 |
| SLP 532 Dysphagia | 3 |
| SLP 535 Voice and Pharyngeal Disorders | 2 |
| SLP 541 Stuttering | 3 |
| SLP 550 Articulation and Phonological Disorders | 3 |
| SLP 560 Neurogenic Communication Disorders I | 3 |
| SLP 561 Neurogenic Communication Disorders II | 3 |
| SLP 565 Exploring Research in SLP | 3 |
| SLP 575 Professional Issues in the Schools | 2 |
| SLP 580 Augmentative and Alternative Communication Disorders | 3 |
| SLP 581 Autism and Intellectual Disorders | 3 |
| SLP 590 Internship I | 2 |
| SLP 591 Internship II | 2 |
| SLP 592 Internship III | 4 |
| SLP 593 Internship IV | 4 |
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TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR DEGREE COMPLETION |
54 |
Course Descriptions
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