Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders

The communication sciences and disorders M.S. prepares students for a career in the growing field of speech-language pathology. Speech-language pathologists help individuals from birth through old age to improve their communication related to speech, language, hearing and other communication disorders. Speech-language pathologists also help clients with feeding and swallowing difficulties. Our program provides a broad general curriculum, while also allowing you the flexibility to take elective courses that deepen your knowledge within your area(s) of interest. From your first full semester, you will gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. Whether you?re interested in healthcare, educational settings or research, you?ll find numerous rewarding career opportunities in this high-demand field. Our program places strong emphasis on education, clinical experience and research. All graduate students have the opportunity to participate in ongoing research in the department?s comprehensive research labs, as well as participate in a variety of clinical training opportunities, including supervised clinical experiences through the UNH Speech-Language-Hearing Center and the Clinic for Neurogenic Communication Disorders. Students also complete two externships which are available in a variety of settings, including early intervention programs, language-based preschool programs, public and private schools, private practices, and healthcare facilities. Our master?s degree students enjoy a 100 percent Praxis exam pass rate and 94 percent placement rate after graduation.

POTENTIAL CAREER AREAS - Clinical practice, Education, Faculty research, Rehabilitation, Skilled nursing

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