Speech-Language Pathology (MA/MS)

Format(s)
On-campus
Degree Type
Master of Arts or Master of Science
Duration

2 years
(5-6 terms, including 1 summer term)

Format(s)
On-campus
Degree Type
Master of Arts or Master of Science
Duration

2 years
(5-6 terms, including 1 summer term)

Curriculum

The Speech-Language Pathology program is designed to be completed within five terms, although some students complete the program in six terms. The program requires 60 credits typically distributed as follows: Required Coursework (50 credits) and Clinic Practicum (minimum of 10 credits). Coursework must be passed with a C- grade or better to count for graduation.

Example Plan of Study

Year 1

Fall Term

  • Intro Clinical Decision-making
  • Articulation and Phonological Disorders
  • Child Language Disorders 1
  • Dysphagia
  • Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing
  • SLP Screening and Prevention Skills Lab

Spring Term

  • Motor Speech Disorders
  • Stuttering
  • Neurogenic Language and Cognitive Communication Disorders 1
  • Counseling Strategies for AuD and SLP
  • Child Language Disorders 2

Summer Term

  • Autism
  • Professional Issues 1
  • Integrated Cases 1
  • Educational Service Delivery

Year 2

Fall Term

  • Augmentative Communication
  • Research Strategies and Tactics
  • Neurogenic Language and Cognitive Communication Disorders 2
  • SLP Summative Assessment Project (Fall or Spring)

Spring Term

  • Clinical Service Delivery
  • Aural Rehab Across the Lifespan
  • Voice Disorders
  • Professional Issues 2
  • SLP Summative Assessment Project (Fall or Spring)

 

Optional Coursework

Medical Speech-Language Pathology

Clinical Practice

  • SLP Network Practicum
  • SLP Outplacement Practicum
  • SLP School Practicum

Thesis Option

Research and Thesis Master’s Degree

Master of Arts or Master of Science?

Students who elect to complete a Master’s Thesis Project will typically complete one to three Master’s Thesis credits instead of completing the Summative Assessment Project course.

Students who successfully complete a Master’s Thesis project will graduate with a Master of Science.