Communication Sciences & Disorders Post-Baccalaureate Program

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The Post-Baccalaureate Program in Communication Sciences & Disorders is a 12-15 month program that prepares students who need or desire coursework prior to full admission to a graduate program to become a Speech Language Pathologist or Audiologist. Actual coursework and length of study are determined by each student’s experience and goals. It is intended for those who have a BA or BS in the liberal arts.

Completion of our full program prepares students to enter the field as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA).

Courses:

CSD 371 - Selected Topics Credits: 2-4
CSD 425 - Practicum for Speech Language Pathology Assistants Credits: 3
EDU 300 - Theories of Language Acquisition Credits: 2
LIN 200 - Introduction to Linguistics Credits: 4
LIN 214 - Introduction to Communication Disorders Credits: 3
LIN 216 - Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing Mechanisms Credits: 2
LIN 218 - Audiology Credits: 2
LIN 303 - Phonology and Phonetics Credits: 4
ASHA recommended coursework for graduate school admissions (with suggested course options):
- Biological Science (
  KIN 214 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II
  )
- Physical Science (physics and/or chemistry -
  PHY 111 - General Physics I
  or
  CHE 111 - Principles of Chemistry I
  )
- Social/Behavioral Science (psychology, sociology, or public health -
  PSY 245 - Life Span Developmental Psychology
  )
- Statistics (
  MAT 220 - Biostatistics
  )