Speech-Language Pathology Program STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES The Program Speech-Language Pathology is one of several majors offered in the Department of Human Services. The program offers undergraduate and graduate degrees which meet the requirements for state licensure and national certification in speech-language pathology. The Stanley Speech and Hearing Clinic is located in the Human Services building where students participate in a supervised clinical practicum. Students are provided with a practical hands-on approach to training as they perform on-site hearing evaluations and work with clients of all ages to assess, diagnose and treat various communication disorders. Externship sites are also available where students have the opportunity to work with a variety of individuals across the life span in nursing homes, hospitals, state schools, public schools, and home health agencies. Since 1992, the program has been accredited by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association master’s degree (ASHA). Speech-Language Pathology Degrees The Bachelor of Science degree Communication Sciences and Disorders is a pre-professional degree in preparation for graduate studies in Speech-Language Pathology. The undergraduate curriculum includes a free-standing major with no minor field requirements. The Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology is the minimum requirement for independent professional practice in the field. Students who are awarded the M.S. degree must meet all academic and clinical practicum requirements for ASHA certification and licensure. Career Opportunities and Potential The employment outlook for speech-language pathologists continues to be excellent. The U.S. Bureau of Labor statistics predicts a 10 percent increase in the number of available jobs between 2006 and 2016. Speech-language pathology majors may choose from a large number of available positions in schools, hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, rehabilitation settings and private practices with an annual starting salary of $50,000 to $82,000 after being awarded the M.S. degree. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in 2012, the national average salary is $55, 000 in a school setting and $70,000 in a medical setting. degree is required for licensure and for the American Speech Language Hearing A Master’s Association’s Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology.
Speech-Language Pathology Program STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES The Program Speech-Language Pathology is one of several majors offered in the Department of Human Services. The program offers undergraduate and graduate degrees which meet the requirements for state licensure and national certification in speech-language pathology. The Stanley Speech and Hearing Clinic is located in the Human Services building where students participate in a supervised clinical practicum. Students are provided with a practical hands-on approach to training as they perform on-site hearing evaluations and work with clients of all ages to assess, diagnose and treat various communication disorders. Externship sites are also available where students have the opportunity to work with a variety of individuals across the life span in nursing homes, hospitals, state schools, public schools, and home health agencies. Since 1992, the master’s degree program has been accredited by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Speech-Language Pathology Degrees The Bachelor of Science degree Communication Sciences and Disorders is a pre-professional degree in preparation for graduate studies in Speech-Language Pathology. The undergraduate curriculum includes a free-standing major with no minor field requirements. The Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology is the minimum requirement for independent professional practice in the field. Students who are awarded the M.S. degree must meet all academic and clinical practicum requirements for ASHA certification and licensure. Career Opportunities and Potential The employment outlook for speech-language pathologists continues to be excellent. The U.S. Bureau of Labor statistics predicts a 10 percent increase in the number of available jobs between 2006 and 2016. Speech-language pathology majors may choose from a large number of available positions in schools, hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, rehabilitation settings and private practices with an annual starting salary of $50,000 to $82,000 after being awarded the M.S. degree. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in 2012, the national average salary is $55, 000 in a school setting and $70,000 in a medical setting. A Master’s degree is required for licensure and for the American Speech Language Hearing Association’s Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology.
Program_Description.docx