Course Descriptions
Speech-language pathologists are educated to assess the development of speech and language, and to treat speech and language disorders. They are prepared for rewarding careers as speech-language pathologists through our nationally recognized program that provides direct experience with clients in both clinical and school settings. By studying speech-language pathology, students learn about:
- Theories of how children acquire speech and language
- The anatomy and physiology of speech, hearing, and swallowing mechanisms
- Neurology associated with producing and understanding speech
- The causes and classifications of speech, language, hearing, and swallowing disorders in children and adults
- Characteristics of communication and swallowing disorders that lead to diagnosis and treatment
- Hearing disorders, including pathologies of the ear and assessment procedures