DEGREE OFFERED
M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology
CAMPUS OPTIONS
Main Campus (Union, NJ)
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Summer: January 15
Fall: February 15
Spring: No Spring Admission
NOTE: Applicants may only submit one application per year. We are not able to review an application for both the Summer and Fall entry terms during a given academic year
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This advanced study program is designed to prepare students for professional positions as Speech-Language Pathologists in hospitals, institutional, and school settings. They will be able to identify, assess and enhance the communicative skills of individuals with a variety of communication disorders in a variety of settings. These disorders include articulation, language, voice, fluency, cognition and swallowing. The program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and meets the academic and practicum requirements of the New Jersey Licensing Board in Speech-Language Pathology/Audiologist as well as Speech-Language Specialist certification issued by the New Jersey Department of Education.
Students holding degrees in disciplines other than Speech Pathology may apply to the program and, if admitted, will be required to successfully complete prescribed undergraduate coursework before becoming fully matriculated in the Master’s Program: Introduction to Communication Disorders; Phonetics; Anatomy & Physiology of the Ear & Speech Mechanism; Language Development; Disorders of Speech Production & Voices; Audiology; Speech Science., and Neuroscience.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
In addition to the University’s admission requirements:
- Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
- Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.2
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
- GRE (Graduate Record Exam) test scores
- Video Personal Statement
- SLP applicants are required to upload a video personal statement to YouTube. Click here to learn more.
- Departmental interview may be required
- Three letters of recommendation
- Professional Resume/CV
- TOEFL or IELTS scores (for applicants whose native language is not English). Exceptions can be made for students who have completed at least 6 credits of college level English courses from a U.S. institution, or who have submitted SAT or ACT exam scores.
Students who are offered admission may request a deferral for one academic year. Applicants may not defer from summer to fall.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
- 57 credits
- Six credits of research in Speech-Language Pathology
- Minimum of 400 supervised clinical hours
- Praxis Exam in New Jersey Certification as a Speech/Language Specialist
- Comprehensive examination
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REQUIRED COURSES – 45 CREDITS |
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CDD 5202 |
Clinical Methods in Speech-Language Pathology |
3 credits |
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CDD 5227 |
Advanced Clinical Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology I* |
3 credits |
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CDD 5228 |
Advanced Clinical Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology II* |
3 credits |
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CDD 5229 |
Disorders of Phonology and Articulation |
3 credits |
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CDD 5231 |
Aphasia and Other Neurological Disorders of Speech and Language |
3 credits |
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CDD 5235 |
Language Disorders in Children |
3 credits |
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CDD 5236 |
Speech-Language Pathology in the School Setting |
3 credits |
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CDD 5237 |
Contemporary Issues in Speech-Language Pathology |
1.5 credits |
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CDD 5240 |
Disorders of Fluency |
3 credits |
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CDD 5262 |
Disorders of Voice |
3 credits |
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CDD 5264 |
Augmentative and Alternative Communication |
1.5 credits |
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CDD 5268 |
Assessment Procedures in Speech-Language Pathology |
3 credits |
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CDD 5269 |
Dysphagia |
3 credits |
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CDD 5270 |
Advanced Diagnostics in Speech-Language Pathology |
3 credits |
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CDD 5298 |
Advanced Seminar in Research in Speech Pathology I |
3 credits |
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CDD 5299 |
Advanced Seminar in Research in Speech Pathology II |
3 credits |
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SPECIALIZATION COURSES – 12 CREDITS |
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CDD 5204 |
Accent Modification |
1.5 credits |
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CDD 5205 |
Speech-Language Pathology in a Healthcare Setting |
1.5 credits |
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CDD 5226 |
Communication in Infancy/Early Intervention |
1.5 credits |
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CDD 5230 |
Craniofacial Disorders and Syndromes |
1.5 credits |
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CDD 5233 |
Cognitive-Linguistic Impairments in Traumatic Brain Injury |
1.5 credits |
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CDD 5238 |
Motor Speech Disorders in Children and Adults |
1.5 credits |
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CDD 5242 |
Speech, Language and Auditory Assessment and Rehabilitation for Students with Hearing Loss |
1.5 credits |
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CDD 5243 |
Counseling in Speech-Language Pathology |
1.5 credits |
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CDD 5245 |
Signing for Speech-Language Pathology I |
1.5 credits |
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CDD 5246 |
Signing for Speech-Language Pathology II |
1.5 credits |
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CDD 5250 |
Special Topics in Speech-Language Pathology |
1.5 credits |
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CDD 5261 |
Laryngectomy Rehabilitation |
1.5 credits |
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CDD 5263 |
Assessment and Management of Auditory Processing Dysfunctions` |
1.5 credits |
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CDD 5265 |
Pediatric Dysphagia |
1.5 credits |
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CDD 5266 |
Communication Impairment in Autism Spectrum Disorders |
1.5 credits |
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CDD 5267 |
Professional Writing in Speech-Language Pathology |
1.5 credits |
| CDD 5271 | Practical Audiology | 3 credits |
| CDD 5273 | Communication in Aging | 3 credits |
TOTAL OF 57 CREDITS TO COMPLETE PROGRAM
FOR INFORMATION REGARDING APPLICATION |
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Program Co-coordinators |
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DR. JOANNE CASCIA & DR. SUSAN MANDEL
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Updated 8/3/17