Overview
A bilingual Speech-Language Pathology specialization (BIES) at Marquette University is offered through the master’s degree program. This program prepares speech-language pathologists who are proficient in Spanish to evaluate and treat communication disorders in individuals who speak Spanish or are bilingual (Spanish-English).
Learning outcomes
Candidates for the BIES specialization must be accepted to the master of science program in speech-language pathology. Candidates also must complete the department application to the BIES specialization and meet language proficiency requirements established by the American Council for the Teaching of Foreign Languages.
Graduate-level academic course work for the BIES specialization may fulfill elective requirements for the master of science degree in speech-language pathology. Clinical practicum hours through the BIES specialization will apply toward a master of science degree, ASHA certification and DPI licensure requirements. All course work is based on guidelines suggested by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association for speech-language pathologists providing bilingual assessment and intervention.Programme Structure
The graduate curriculum in speech-language pathology offers advanced course work in the prevention, identification, evaluation and treatment of speech, language and hearing disorders in both children and adults, meeting both the academic and clinical requirements of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the licensure requirements of the state of Wisconsin.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Communication Sciences Health Sciences Linguistics View 2374 other Masters in Health Sciences in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A completed application form online. (instructions/FAQ found here).
- Official transcripts from all current and previous colleges/universities attended.
- Three letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with the applicant’s academic and clinical work.
- A personal statement of career interests and goals (BIES applicants should reference their interest in the program).
- CV/Resume.
Tuition Fee
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International
28060 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1220 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
28060 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1220 USD per credit during 24 months.
Living costs for Milwaukee
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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