Speech-Language Pathology - Fort Hays State University

Speech-Language Pathology from Fort Hays State University is a Campus Bachelor Communication Disorders degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. The Department of Communication Disorders offers both the Bachelor of Science degree and the Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology . Coursework in the basic processes underlying speech, language, and hearing, communication disorders and their management, and clinical practice comprises the curriculum. Upon completing the M.S. degree , students will have met the knowledge and skills requirements for the Certificate of Clinical Competence awarded by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and licensure by the state of Kansas. Speech-language pathology is a field which has grown rapidly to meet the needs of children and adults who have communication disorders. The department offers a B.S. degree in Speech-Language Pathology . The B.S. provides a broadly-based liberal arts and sciences background. Graduates often seek employment in fields requiring focused communication such as sales, social services, and rehabilitation and educational support services. The student may complete all elective courses as pre-professional preparation for graduate study in speech-language pathology. Some students seek graduate admission to related areas of study such as psychology, counseling, or special education. A minor in a related field to enhance one's knowledge base or to further develop reading, writing, or linguistic skills is strongly encouraged as part of the undergraduate program. A speech-language pathology major requires a minimum of 30 credit hours from the core and elective courses. View more details on Fort Hays State University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Communication Disorders courses.