Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

The speech-language pathology assistant program is one of the most established and respected programs within the speech-language pathology assistant discipline. It is a computer-based program in which speech-language pathology assistant theory and practice receive equal emphasis as applied to both financial and managerial speech-language pathology assistant issues. It intends to support the career objectives of those looking to enter the job market upon graduation, as well as the academic needs of those looking to pursue advanced degrees. Required course work covers areas critical to success in today's speech-language pathology assistant workplace:

• Technical speech-language pathology assistant knowledge
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Career-related computer literacy
• A laptop computer is recommended, but not required, for students entering the speech-language pathology assistant program.

Courses

Course Number	Course Title	Credits
SLPA 1101	Intro to Speech Language Pathology	4
SLPA 1105	Phonetics	3
SLPA 1106	Speech Disorders & Intervention I	4
SLPA 1107	Speech Disorders & Intervention II	2
SLPA 1109	Language Development	3
SLPA 1110	Language Disorders & Intervention	4
SLPA 1112	Introduction to Audiology	2
SLPA 1301	Sign Language I	3
SLPA 1821	Selected Topics II	1
SLPA 1822	Selected Topics III	2
SLPA 1840	Independent Study - Individualized	1-4
SLPA 2101	Clinical Methods and Documentation	4
SLPA 2102	Professional Issues and the SLPA	4
SLPA 2104	Augmentative & Alternative Communication	3
SLPA 2112	Clinical Practicum	6
SLPA 2301	Sign Language II	3
SLPA 2860	Internship (Career & Technical Ed)yCoop Ed/Internship Occup	1-4
SLPA 2865	Internship Advanced (Career & Tech Ed)	1-4