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Overview
Requirements for the Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology
Requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy in Communication Sciences and Disorders
CSD Communication Sciences and Disorders Courses
Faculty
Professors
Celia R. Hooper, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Prevention of communication disorders, adult neurogenic speech and language disorders, voice disorders and care of the professional voice (Head of Department).
Alan G. Kamhi, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Speech, language, reading development and disorders.
Robert Mayo, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Fluency disorders, adult neurogenic disorders, public perceptions of communication disorders and differences.
Academic Professional Professor
Vicki McCready, M.A., CCC-SLP
Clinical supervision, interpersonal communication, fluency disorders (Director of Speech and Hearing Center).
Associate Professors
Virginia A. Hinton, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Normal speech physiology, craniofacial anomalies, neuromotor control for speech production, voice disorders.
Evangeline Nwokah, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Early intervention, language acquisition and disorders (Director of Graduate Study).
Susan L. Phillips, Ph.D., CCC-A
Psychoacoustics, speech perception (Director of Undergraduate Study and Clinical Supervisor in Audiology).
Denise A. Tucker, Ph.D., CCC-A
Auditory electrophysiology, Audiology, hearing aids, pediatric aural rehabilitation, cochlear implants, tinnitus (Director of Doctoral Study and Clinical Supervisor in Audiology).
Academic Professional Associate Professor
Michael Campbell, M.S., M.B.A., CCC-SLP
Voice, adult neurogenic disorders, hospital administration.
Assistant Professor
Lisa G. Fox-Thomas, Ph.D., CCC-A
Central auditory processing, tinnitus retraining therapy, aural rehabilitation, hearing aids (Coordinator of Audiology Services and Clinical Supervisor in Audiology).
Academic Professional Assistant Professors
Colette M. Edwards, M.A., CCC-SLP
Clinical supervision, preschool/school-aged language literacy.
Perry F. Flynn, M.Ed., CCC-SLP
Adolescent language and reading, public school service delivery (Coordinator of Adolescent Language Project).
Lyn B. Mankoff, M.A., CCC-SLP
Clinical supervision (Coordinator of Speech-Language Pathology Internships).
Lisa McDonald, M.A., CCC-SLP
Clinical supervision, school-age language and literacy, public school service delivery.
Louise F. Raleigh, M.Ed., CCC-SLP
Clinical supervisor (Campus Coordinator of Distance Education Program in Speech-Language Pathology and Assistant Director of Speech and Hearing Center).
Adjunct Faculty
Sandra Barrie-Blackley, M.A., CCC-SLP
Language and literacy.
Susan G. Butler, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Dysphagia and adult neurogenic disorders.
Overview
The Communication Sciences and Disorders Department offers graduate work leading to the Master of Arts and the Doctor of Philosophy degrees.
The master’s program (M.A.) in speech language pathology provides a lifespan approach for advanced study of language, speech, swallowing, non-speech communication systems, and hearing in persons of all ages. The University Speech and Hearing Center, hearing and speech laboratories, and a variety of human service agencies provide ample practica and research experiences.
The doctoral program is designed for advanced study in communication sciences and disorders, intersecting disciplines, and development of research and teaching strategies. Students with background in speech language pathology, audiology, or other disciplines are encouraged to explore with the faculty the new frontiers in scientific discovery that link previous academic achievement and future study. Part- and full-time study is available.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the application materials required by The Graduate School, applicants to the master’s program must submit a written personal statement, not to exceed two double-spaced typed pages, focusing on the applicant’s unique qualifications and interests in the field of speech-language pathology and the master’s program at UNCG.
Upon admission to the master’s program in speech-language pathology, each student will be assigned an academic advisor. That advisor and/or the Director of Graduate Study will provide each student with initial information regarding academic and clinical aspects of the program.
In addition to the application materials required by The Graduate School, applicants to the doctoral program must submit a current curriculum vitae describing all educational and work experience and be interviewed by UNCG faculty (prospective mentors) in the student’s area of special interest.
Requirements for the Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology
The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders offers a graduate program leading to a 60 hour (34 hours in academic coursework and 26 hours in clinical coursework) Master of Arts degree (excludes clinical practicum hours earned). The program, accredited by the Council of Academic Accreditation of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), provides academic and clinical instruction sufficient for the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in speech-language pathology awarded by ASHA and licensure in the state of North Carolina. Prospective students without an undergraduate degree in communication sciences and disorders should expect to spend approximately one year taking pre-professional courses (see Undergraduate Bulletin, CSD major) which are required before graduate course work. Students should consult with advisors in this program for course selection that will meet degree, certification, and licensure requirements.
Research Techniques (minimum of 6 hours)
CSD 632 Introduction to Research in Communication Sciences and Disorders (3)
Non-thesis students must also take the following:
CSD 633 Special Projects in Communication Sciences and Disorders (3)
Thesis students must also enroll in CSD 699 Thesis for one or more semesters.
CSD 699 Thesis
Required Professional Area Courses (28 hours)
Students must complete the following courses:
CSD 600 Professional Issues and Ethics (3)
CSD 614 Language Learning Disabilities (3)
CSD 618 Counseling and Interviewing Skills in Communication Sciences and Disorders (1)
CSD 626 Professional Writing and Speaking in Communication Sciences and Disorders (1)
CSD 627 Multicultural Issues in Communication Sciences and Disorders (1)
CSD 629 Dysphagia (3)
CSD 636 Prevention, Assessment and Intervention of Communication Disorders: Birth-5 years (5)
CSD 637 Prevention, Assessment and Intervention of Communication Disorders: School Age (3)
CSD 639 Prevention, Assessment and Intervention of Communication Disorders: Late Adolescence and Early Adulthood (3)
CSD 640 Prevention, Assessment and Intervention of Communication Disorders: Middle and Older Adults (5)
Electives in Speech-Language Pathology
Students may select, in consultation with an academic advisor in the discipline, courses in the elective professional areas:
CSD 612 Augmentative and Alternative Communication (1)
CSD 619 The Supervisory Process in Communication Sciences and Disorders (1)
CSD 630 Fundamentals for Speech and Language Analysis (3)
CSD 631 Structured Language Intervention for Language-Literacy Impairments (3)
CSD 635 Advanced Phonetic Transcription (1)
CSD 650 Independent Study (1-3)
Clinical Practicum (26 hours minimum)
In order to meet requirements for clinical certification and state licensure, students must complete specific clinical practicum requirements. The courses for supervised clinical practicum include:
CSD 571 Beginning Clinical Practice in Speech-Language Pathology
CSD 638 Minor Area Clinical Practicum for Speech-Language Pathology Majors
CSD 677 Internship in Communication Disorders
CSD 678 Advanced Clinical Practice in Speech-Language Pathology
Collateral Expertise
Additional courses may be selected to meet basic science requirements for certification or licensure from the following:
CSD 552 Communication and Aging (3)
CSD 554 Advanced Speech Science (3)
CSD 588 Neurology of Speech, Language and Hearing (3)
CSD 601 Special Topics in Child Speech and Language Development (3)
Capstone Experience
Non-thesis degree candidates will complete the research courses CSD 632 and 633 as capstone experiences. Thesis students will complete CSD 632 and 699.
Residence Requirement
Students will be admitted only for full-time study except in unusual circumstances; permission for exceptions must be approved by faculty. In most cases, students will enroll as full-time students in the fall semester and continue full-time enrollment for the subsequent four semesters.
Requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy in Communication Sciences and Disorders
The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders offers a graduate program leading to a Doctor of Philosophy degree requiring a minimum of 67 hours. Students who enter with a master’s degree are required to earn 55 hours of course credit and 12 hours minimum of dissertation.
CSD Courses (18 hours)
Doctoral students will complete 18 hours of course work in the discipline of communication sciences and disorders.
Intersecting Disciplines (12 hours)
With the approval of the Individual Program Planning Committee (IPPC), the student will select at least 12 hours of coursework in a related discipline. Examples of related fields include linguistics, gerontology, genetics, neuroscience, psychology, public health, and sociology.
Professional Development (4 hours)
Doctoral students will complete four hours of professional seminar courses, wherein current topics related to the CSD profession are studied.
Tools (21 hours)
With the approval of the IPPC, the student is expected to complete a minimum of 21 hours in doctoral “tool” courses. This coursework includes instruction in teaching practices, grant writing, statistics, clinical supervision, and practicum courses. The CSD department will offer hands-on practicum courses in the areas of teaching, grant writing, clinical supervision, and academic administration.
Dissertation (12 hours minimum)
CSD 799 Dissertation (12)
Formal Reviews and Examinations
The student must pass each of the reviews and examinations listed below.
- Approval of Plan of Study: Each doctoral student will have an Individual Program Planning Committee (IPPC) assigned by the Department Head. The IPPC helps evaluate the student’s needs and assists in developing the plan of study.
- Qualifying exams. The IPPC will prescribe the areas and elements of the exams. The exams will take place after at least 3/4 of the coursework in the Plan of Study is completed.
- Dissertation Proposal Approval
- Advancement to Candidacy: Following completion of coursework, qualifying exams, and approval of dissertation proposal, the student may make application to The Graduate School for admission to candidacy for the doctoral degree.
- Final Oral Examination
CSD Communication Sciences and Disorders
| 550 | Diagnostic Procedures: Inquiry, Observation and Measurement (3:2:3) |
| Pr. completion of all CSD 300-level courses required for the major or permission of instructor Processes and techniques of data acquisition and analysis for the diagnosis, assessment, and evaluation of communication disorders. | |
| 551 | Speech and Language Disorders: Diagnostic Procedures (3:2:2) |
| Pr. permission of instructor Differential diagnosis of speech, language, voice, and rhythm problems. | |
| 552 | Communication and Aging (3:3) |
| Pr. 308 or permission of instructor Development of communication in old age; factors affecting development and competency; communication evidence and theories of aging; facilitation of life-long functional communication. | |
| 554 | Advanced Speech Science (3:3) |
| Pr. 306, 307, 308, 309 Acoustic theory and methods of analysis; acoustic structure of speech and its physiological correlates; application of acoustic information to clinical management of disorders of communication. | |
| 556 | Adult Aural Rehabilitation (3:3) |
| Pr. 334 or permission of instructor Principles of aural rehabilitation with hearing impaired adults and their significant others. | |
| 557 | Pediatric Aural Rehabilitation (3:3) |
| Pr. permission of instructor Study of new technologies available for children with hearing impairment and the impact of these technologies on therapy and teaching. | |
| 571 | Beginning Clinical Practice in Speech-Language Pathology (3:2:4) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Beginning clinical practice in diagnosis of and therapy for communication disorders. (Graded on S-U basis) | |
| 575 | Instrumentation for Communication Disorders (3:3) |
| Pr. 306, 307, 309, or permission of instructor Instrumentation commonly used in communication disorders; operation and measurement techniques for clinical and research applications. | |
| 588 | Neurology of Speech, Language and Hearing (3:3) |
| Pr. 309 or permission of instructor Neuroanatomy and neurophysiology with a concentration on neurological mechanisms related to speech, language and hearing. | |
| 589 | Experimental Course |
| This number reserved for experimental courses. Refer to the Course Schedule for current offerings. | |
| 600 | Professional Issues and Ethics (3:3) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Issues related to the profession, service delivery, ethics, legal considerations, funding issues, program administration and credentialing. Content is in accordance with the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Scope of Practice. | |
| 601 | Special Topics in Child Speech and Language Development (3:3) |
| Pr. graduate courses in appropriate content area and admission to appropriate degree program, or permission of instructor. Child speech and language development in specialized areas of current professional concern. Topic to be announced. May be repeated for credit when topic varies. | |
| 602 | Seminar in Speech Pathology: Organic Disorders (3:3) |
| Pr. 551 or equivalent and admission to appropriate degree program, or permission of instructor Study of organic disorders of communication. | |
| 603 | Seminar in Voice Problems (3:3) |
| Pr. 551 or equivalent and admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Investigation of current literature and theories of vocal anomalies. Organic deviations. | |
| 604 | Pediatric Fluency Disorders (3:3) |
| Pr. 551 or equivalent and admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor The development of stuttering and cluttering in young children; diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of fluency disorders. Fluency treatment techniques for speech-language pathologists in a school setting or early intervention. | |
| 605 | Seminar in Speech and Language Pathology (3:3) |
| Pr. graduate-level courses in appropriate content area and admission to appropriate degree program, or permission of instructor Studies dealing with specialized areas of communication disorders. Topic to be announced each semester course is offered. May be repeated for credit when topic varies. | |
| 606 | Seminar in Aphasia (3:3) |
| Pr. 551 or equivalent and admission to appropriate degree program, or permission of instructor Investigation of language problems arising from cardio-cerebro-vascular and associated anomalies. Pathology, diagnosis, and rehabilitation. | |
| 612 | Augmentative and Alternative Communication (1:1) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Knowledge of augmentative and alternative communications and problem-solving in the design and application of appropriate AAC systems. | |
| 613 | Communication Problems in Aging (3:3) |
| Pr. permission of instructor Nature, assessment, and management of communication disorders in the elderly. | |
| 614 | Language Learning Disabilities (3:3) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Assessment and treatment of spoken and written language learning disabilities in school-age children and adolescents with special emphasis on the collaborative role of the speech-language pathologist in school-based settings. | |
| 615 | Communication and Severe/Profound Disabilities (3:3) |
| Pr. permission of instructor. Nature, assessment, and management of communication disorders in persons of all ages who have severe/profound disabilities. | |
| 616 | Neurogenic Communication Disorders (3:3) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Investigation of the neuroanatomy and physiology of motor speech, and exploration of assessment and remediation techniques of dysarthria, apraxia, and dysphagia. | |
| 617 | Language Disorders and Neurological Theory (3:3) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Latest knowledge on the specialization of the two hemispheres and clinical syndromes/language disorders resulting from left and right hemisphere dysfunction. | |
| 618 | Counseling and Interviewing Skills in Communication Sciences and Disorders (1:1) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Instruction and practice in counseling and interviewing skills during the assessment and treatment of speech, language, and hearing disorders. | |
| 619 | The Supervisory Process in Communication Sciences and Disorders (1:1) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Study and practice of clinical supervision in speech-language pathology. Theoretical models of supervision, pertinent research, and clinical practice. | |
| 623 | Seminar in Central Auditory Processing (3:3) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Anatomy and physiology of the central auditory nervous system, methods and techniques of measurement and interpretation for the assessment, diagnosis, evaluation, and rehabilitation of individuals with central auditory processing disorders. | |
| 626 | Professional Writing and Speaking in Communication Sciences and Disorders (1:1) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Instruction and practice in writing professional reports, research papers, and in making oral presentations. | |
| 627 | Multicultural Issues in Communication Sciences and Disorders (1:1) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Identification and treatment of speech and language differences in diverse populations. | |
| 629 | Dysphagia (3:2:1) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Anatomical bases of normal and disordered swallowing in children and adults; evaluation and treatment of swallowing disorders. | |
| 630 | Fundamentals for Speech and Language Analysis (3:3:1) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Basic linguistic structures that support oral and written English, including phonetics and phonology, morphology, orthography, semantics, and syntax. | |
| 631 | Structured Language Intervention for Language-Literacy Impairments (3:3:1) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Certification course in the Language! TMCurriculum (Sopris West, Inc.), an intervention curriculum for individuals at risk for literacy problems. | |
| 632 | Introduction to Research in Communication Sciences and Disorders (3:3) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Introduction to research procedures in the study of communication sciences and disorders. | |
| 633 | Special Projects in Communication Sciences and Disorders (3:3) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Individual scholarly project developed by the student with faculty guidance. (Graded on S/U basis) | |
| 634 | Research Design in Communication Sciences and Disorders (2:2) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Development of research proposal, from generation of hypothesis through data analysis and interpretation. | |
| 635 | Advanced Phonetic Transcription (1:1:2) |
| Pr. completion of an introductory phonetics course and admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Detailed transcription of normal and disordered speech using the International Phonetic Alphabet. | |
| 636 | Prevention, Assessment, and Intervention of Communication Disorders: Birth - 5 (5:5:2) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Communication development and disorders (speech, language, and hearing) in infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. | |
| 637 | Prevention, Assessment, and Intervention of Communication Disorders: School Age (3:3) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Communication development and disorders in school age children and adolescents. | |
| 638 | Minor Area Clinical Practicum for Speech-Language Pathology Majors (1) |
| Pr. 334, graduate standing, and completion of 25 observation hours Instruction for speech-language pathology majors in performing hearing screenings. Helps obtain the 20 clock hours in the minor area required by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). (Graded on S-U basis) | |
| 639 | Prevention, Assessment, and Intervention of Communication Disorders: Late Adolescence and Early Adulthood (3:3:2) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Communication development and disorders (speech, language, and hearing) in late adolescents and young adults. | |
| 640 | Prevention, Assessment, and Intervention of Communication Disorders: Middle and Older Adults (5:5:2) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Communication development and disorders (speech, language, and hearing) in middle aged and older adults. | |
| 650 | Independent Study (1-3) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor and major advisor Topic to be determined by faculty advisor and student. | |
| 670 | Diagnostic Audiology I (3:2:2) |
| Pr. 334 or permission of instructor Basic diagnostic procedures in audiology. Includes anatomy, physiology, and disorders of the hearing mechanism, basic evaluation and interpretation of auditory function. | |
| 673 | Studies and Practice in Supervision of Communication Sciences and Disorders (3:3) |
| Pr. permission of instructor Supervision in speech-language pathology and audiology. Theoretical models of supervision, pertinent research, and clinical practice. Opportunities for observation. | |
| 674 | Diagnostic Audiology II (3:2:2) |
| Pr. 570 or equivalent Non-organic hearing loss; differential diagnosis; special problems in diagnosis. | |
| 677 | Internship in Communication Disorders (3-9) |
| Pr. permission of instructor Clinical experience under supervision of a certified speech-language pathologist in an off-campus facility. | |
| 678 | Advanced Clinical Practice in Speech-Language Pathology (3:2:4) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program or permission of instructor Advanced clinical practice in diagnosis of and therapy for communication disorders. May be repeated for credit. | |
| 688 | Research Design in Communication Disorders (3:3) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program and at least one semester of clinical practicum and two semesters of graduate courses Development of research proposals, from generation of hypothesis through data analysis and interpretation. Includes pilot study project. | |
| 698 | Experimental Design in Communication Disorders (3:3) |
| Pr. 688 and statistics and admission to appropriate degree program, or permission of instructor Research of normal communication processes and speech, language, and hearing disorders. Preparation of research for presentation or publication. | |
| 699 | Thesis (1-6) |
| Pr. admission to appropriate degree program, or permission of instructor and major advisor | |
| 711 | Experimental Course |
| This number reserved for experimental courses. Refer to the Course Schedule for current offerings. | |
| 751 | Professional Seminars in Communication Sciences and Disorders (1:1) |
| Weekly seminar on contemporary issues in communication sciences and disorders. May be repeated four times for credit. (Graded on S-U basis) | |
| 760 | Advanced Seminar in Communication Sciences and Disorders (3:3) |
| Critical analysis of special topics in communication sciences and disorders. Topics change each semester. May be repeated when topic varies for a maximum of 18 hours. | |
| 771 | Best Practices in Teaching Communication Sciences and Disorders (3:3) |
| Pr. permission of instructor for non-CSD majors Introduction to best practices in teaching in communication sciences and disorders. | |
| 772 | Doctoral Seminar in Grant Writing (3:3) |
| Pr. permission of instructor for non-CSD majors. Coreq. 790 with faculty advisor or course instructor for individualized mentoring of the grant writing project The grant writing process, including the procedures and technical strategies for developing and submitting a grant proposal for funding (Graded on S-U basis) (Same as ESS 798) | |
| 773 | Practicum in Teaching Communication Sciences and Disorders (3:3) |
| Pr. or coreq. 771. Pr. permission of instructor for non-CSD majors Practicum in teaching in communication sciences and disorders. Course may be repeated once for credit. (Graded on S-U basis) | |
| 776 | Higher Education Administration and Leadership in CSD (3:2:3) |
| Pr. students must have an administrative mentor who agrees to participate in the practicum section of this course Administrative roles and responsiblities within academic administration and leadership, from CSD program director to roles beyond the departmental level. (Graded on S-U basis) | |
| 780 | Independent Study (1-3) |
| Pr. permission of doctoral advisory committee and graduate faculty mentor Guided readings, research, and individual project work. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 hours credit. | |
| 790 | Directed Research (1-3) |
| Pr. permission of doctoral advisory committee and graduate faculty mentor Individual work on directed research or topics of special interest: collection and analysis of data, critical review, integration, and interpretation of research literature on a topic pertinent to the student’s research. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 hours credit. | |
| 799 | Dissertation (1-12) |
| Pr. completion of doctoral examinations | |
| 801 | Thesis Extension (1-3) |
| 803 | Research Extension (1-3) |