M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | ||
| SLP 501 | Foundations of Research in Speech-Language Pathology | 1 |
| SLP 511 | Child Language Disorders I: 0 To 5 Years | 3 |
| SLP 512 | Child Language Disorders II: School Age - Adolescent | 3 |
| SLP 515 | Adult Neurogenic Speech Disorders | 2 |
| SLP 516 | Adult Neurogenic Language and Cognitive Disorders | 3 |
| SLP 523 | Voice Disorders | 3 |
| SLP 524 | Fluency Disorders | 3 |
| SLP 526 | Clinical Articulation Phonology | 3 |
| SLP 543 | Aural Rehabilitation | 3 |
| SLP 545 | Augmentative and Alternative Communication | 3 |
| SLP 570 | School Language/Speech/Hearing Programs | 3 |
| SLP 575 | Medical Speech Pathology | 3 |
| SLP 582 | Dysphagia | 3 |
| Graduate-Level Elective - selected under advisement | 3 | |
| Graduate Clinical Practicum | ||
| SLP 551 | Graduate Clinical Practicum 1 | 9 |
| SLP 552 | Medical Affiliation Practicum | 6 |
| SLP 553 | School - based Affiliation Practicum | 9 |
| Total Minimum Credits Required | 63 | |
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Multiple completions required to obtain the nine credits.
To track their individual degree progress, students are advised to access their Degree Progress Report (DPR) via my WCU and consult their Graduate Coordinator. For more information, visit wcupa.edu/DegreeProgressReport.
The following is a sample suggested course sequence for this program; course offerings and availability are not guaranteed. Students should consult their academic advisor with any questions.
| Year One | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| SLP 501 | Foundations of Research in Speech-Language Pathology | 1 |
| SLP 511 | Child Language Disorders I: 0 To 5 Years | 3 |
| SLP 515 | Adult Neurogenic Speech Disorders | 2 |
| SLP 526 | Clinical Articulation Phonology | 3 |
| SLP 543 | Aural Rehabilitation | 3 |
| ("Neurology of Speech and Hearing") 1 | ||
| Entry ROSA | ||
| Obtain clearances. | ||
| Credits | 12 | |
| Spring | ||
| SLP 512 | Child Language Disorders II: School Age - Adolescent | 3 |
| SLP 516 | Adult Neurogenic Language and Cognitive Disorders | 3 |
| SLP 523 | Voice Disorders | 3 |
| SLP 551 | Graduate Clinical Practicum (S/L Tx) | 3 |
| ROSA 1 | ||
| Apply for degree candidacy. | ||
| Credits | 12 | |
| Summer Session I | ||
| SLP 545 | Augmentative and Alternative Communication | 3 |
| Graduate Elective 2 | 3 | |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Summer Session II | ||
| SLP 551 | Graduate Clinical Practicum (S/L Dx) | 1.5 |
| SLP 551 | Graduate Clinical Practicum (H Dx) | 1.5 |
| Credits | 3 | |
| Year Two | ||
| Fall | ||
| SLP 524 | Fluency Disorders | 3 |
| SLP 551 | Graduate Clinical Practicum (S/L Tx) | 3 |
| SLP 570 | School Language/Speech/Hearing Programs | 3 |
| SLP 582 | Dysphagia | 3 |
| Renew clearances. | ||
| Apply for Teacher Candidacy. | ||
| Credits | 12 | |
| Spring | ||
| SLP 575 | Medical Speech Pathology | 3 |
| SLP 553 | School - based Affiliation Practicum | 9 |
| ROSA 2 | ||
| SLP Praxis 5331 | ||
| Obtain immunization records and any other SLP 552 site requirements. | ||
| Credits | 12 | |
| Summer Session I | ||
| SLP 552 | Medical Affiliation Practicum | 6 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Total Credits | 63 | |
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A course in neurology is required for students who did not complete a free-standing undergraduate course in this topic or pass the NQE.
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All students must takeone3-creditgraduateelective. The elective can be taken during any semester. Recommended semesters are winter of Year 1 or 2, or a summer session in Year 1.
