The Speech Language Pathology and Audiology major provides the undergraduate coursework set by the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) and by the American Academy of Audiology (AAA) that are common prerequisites for students interested in pursuing graduate studies in either Speech Language Pathology or Audiology. Students will acquire a minimum of 25 hours observing ASHA certified and state licensed Speech and Language Pathologists and/or Audiologists through required or elective coursework. These observational experiences, chosen by the student, will take place in hospitals, schools, programs, rehabilitation centers, clinics, elder care facilities, and private practices.
Requirements for the Speech Language Pathology and Audiology Major:
Speech-Language Pathology Core Classes (10 units)
- SLP 102: Language and Speech Communication Development
- SPE 103: Social and Legal Foundations of Special Education
- SLP 108: Anatomy & Physiology of the Speech & Hearing Mechanisms
- SLP 205: Acoustic Phonetics
- PSY 212: Biopsychology
- SLP 304: Audiological Assessment and Management of Hearing Loss
- SLP 307: Communication Disorders
- SLP 320: Speech and Hearing Science
Major Electives (4 units)
- Students must complete the language requirement (3 courses) set by the College
- Students must complete First Year Seminar (FYS)
College Core
- Students must complete the college core requirements as defined by the College