Communication Sciences and Disorders Speech Language Pathology - Saint Xavier University

Communication Sciences and Disorders Speech Language Pathology from Saint Xavier University is a Campus Master Communication Disorders degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. The master of science degree in speech-language pathology offers students a program of academic and clinical preparation that meets the requirements of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) for the certificate of clinical competence in speech-language pathology, the requirements for Illinois State Licensure to practice as a speech-language pathologist , and the requirements for a Type 73 school service personnel certificate to work as a speech-language pathologist in Illinois public schools. The goal of the program is to prepare highly competent speech-language pathologists who are dedicated to the service of persons from infancy through maturity who have communication disabilities. The ability to communicate effectively is a highly complex human behavior that is critical to the fullness of human life. This goal is achieved through a curriculum integrating academic rigor, research activities and clinical practicum designed to: Provide a wide theoretical base for understanding normal development of basic human communication processes as well as the nature, causes, evaluation and treatment of disorders of swallowing and communication, including issues pertaining to culturally diverse populations Offer opportunities for supervised student clinical practice with persons across the life span who are delayed or disordered in the development and use of effective communication and/or who exhibit disorders of swallowing Develop competence in clinical diagnosis and intervention, interaction with families of communicatively impaired individuals, and collaboration with other professionals for effective and efficient team management of persons with multiple needs Foster a value for scientific rigor and a spirit of inquiry among all students Empower graduates to function independently as life-long learners Program of Study A total of 48 credit hours is required for completion of the master of science degree in speech-language pathology . Credits are obtained in three interdependent categories: speech-language pathology content, clinical education and research. Students successfully completing the graduate degree are eligible for clinical certification in speech-language pathology through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association as a function of meeting extensive skill and knowledge expectations associated with curricular offerings. Detailed formative activities regarding specific curricular requirements occur following acceptance into the graduate program. View more details on Saint Xavier University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Communication Disorders courses.