Speech-Language Pathology

Required Courses plus Practicum: (18 credits)

• CSD 511 - Methods of Diagnosis of Communication Disorders-Advanced Credits: 3
• CSD 530 - Neurophysiology Credits: 3
• CSD 604 - Research Methodology in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Credits: 3

Practicum:

• CSD 501 - Advanced Clinical Techniques in Speech-Language Pathology Credits: 1
• CSD 502 - Advanced Clinical Techniques in Speech-Language Pathology Credits: 1
• CSD 503 - Advanced Clinical Techniques in Speech-Language Pathology Credits: 1
• CSD 513 - Advanced Clinical Techniques in Speech-Language Pathology Credits: 1
• CSD 514 - Advanced Clinical Techniques in Speech-Language Pathology Credits: 1
• CSD 515 - Advanced Clinical Techniques in Speech-Language Pathology Credits: 1
• CSD 516 - Advanced Clinical Techniques in Speech-Language Pathology Credits: 3

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• CSD 517 - Advanced Clinical Techniques in Speech-Language Pathology Credits: 3
• CSD 565 - Student Teaching for Speech-Language Pathology Credits: 3

Elective Courses: (30 credits; choose 10)

* In consultation with the Graduate Program Director/academic advisor, students plan and implement individualized programs to acquire and retain knowledge and skills in the competency areas outlined by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.

All courses except Advanced Clinical Techniques and Research Methodology recur on cycle. Advanced Clinical Techniques and Research Methodology are offered every term.

The Council on Clinical Certification (CCC) of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association requires practicum experiences that encompass the breadth of the current scope of practice across the life span. Practicum must be designed to develop knowledge and skills in areas outlined by the CCC. Students must complete a minimum of 400 clock hours of which at least 375 hours must be in direct client/patient contact and 25 hours in observation. At least 325 of the 400 clock hours must be completed at the graduate level. Students must obtain a minimum of 25 clock hours of clinical practicum under the supervision of Nazareth College faculty before they are eligible for externship. This experience is usually obtained in the Nazareth College Speech and Hearing Clinic.

• CSD 512 - Behavior Management in Speech-Language Pathology Credits: 3
• CSD 518 - Conferencing and Consulting Techniques In Speech-Language Pathology Credits: 3
• CSD 520 - Speech-Language Techniques for Persons with Severe Disabilities Credits: 3
• CSD 531 - Seminar in Language Disorders Credits: 3
• CSD 532 - Seminar in Voice Disorders Credits: 3
• CSD 533 - Seminar in Fluency Disorders Credits: 3
• CSD 534 - Seminar in Cleft Palate Credits: 3
• CSD 535 - Aphasia Credits: 3
• CSD 540 - Feeding and Swallowing Disorders Credits: 3
• CSD 542 - Seminar in Developmental Disabilities Credits: 3
• CSD 544 - Seminar in Early Intervention Credits: 3
• CSD 561 - Educational Audiology Credits: 3
• CSD 570 - Professional Issues in Speech-Language Pathology Credits: 3
• CSD 577 - Phonological Process Disorders Credits: 3
• CSD 579 - Traumatic Brain Injury Credits: 3
• CSD 580 - Communication Disorders in Multicultural Populations Credits: 3
• CSD 585 - Genetic Factors and Communication Disorders Credits: 3
• CSD 590 - Motor Speech Disorders Credits: 3
• CSD 605 - Thesis Credits: 3
• CSD 607 - Independent Study Credits: 3
• CSD 610 - Current Topics in Communication Disorders Credits: 3

Final Evaluation

• CSD 699 - Master’s Comprehensive Exam Credits: 0

TOTAL CREDITS: 48