Spanish version: Professional practice in Communication Disorders involves working with people who have impairments and disabilities of speech, language and hearing. A speech-language pathologist diagnoses and treats language and speech disorders; an audiologist provides diagnostic hearing and balance evaluations and aural rehabilitation services.

The bachelor's degree is considered to be preprofessional. A master's degree in Speech Pathology is required for licensure at the state and certification at national levels. The field of Audiology  requires a clinical doctorate degree for certification at national levels. The program is accredited by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA).

The majority of employment positions for both disciplines are in medical settings and the public schools. Opportunities also exist in private practice and community agencies.

See the undergraduate program page to learn more about our program or for an application.