Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
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Certificate in Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Lauren Jones, Graduate Program Coordinator
Professional Building, Room 120B; Phone 417-836-5275
LaurenEJones@missouristate.edu
Program description
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistants (SLPAs) work as support personnel to speech
language pathologists. This certificate provides basic information related to speech
sound disorders, language disorders, and other communication disorders seen in typical
SLPA employment settings. Students will learn how to assist the supervising speech-language
pathologist (SLP) in treating common communication disorders using prescribed protocols
and procedures. The certificate prepares students to implement lesson plans, collect
data, and document professionally. The SLPA certificate meets the minimum speech-language
pathology technical coursework requirements required for licensure in Missouri.
Admission requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
- A cumulative GPA (of all coursework) of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale
- The following courses or their equivalent with a grade of C or higher:
Normal Language Acquisition CSD 312 - 3 credits
Cultural and Linguistic Diversity CSD 388 - 3 credits
Required courses (15 hrs)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CSD 602 | Acquired Disorders and Their Neuropathological Bases | 2 hrs |
| CSD 611 | Phonetics | 2 hrs |
| CSD 619 | Anatomy and Physiology of Speech | 3 hrs |
| CSD 627 | Developmental Disorders of Speech and Language | 2 hrs |
| CSD 633 | Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Internship | 2 hrs |
| CSD 634 | Hearing and the Impact on Speech and Language | 1 hr |
| CSD 686 | Introduction to Clinical Methods | 3 hrs |