Overview

Evidenced-focused, team-orientated, problem-based instruction prepares graduates to enter the workforce as clinical fellowship-ready speech-language pathologists.

Graduates of the Communication Sciences and Disorders program of the Georgia Southern University are also prepared to pursue the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC). The degree includes a total of 54 semester hours of academic coursework and clinical practica.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will:

Demonstrate the knowledge and principles necessary for evaluation and treatment of communication impairments across the lifespan
Analyze factors important to diagnosis and treatment plan development
Document and effectively communicate their findings to the clients, their families and other professionals
Meet legal and professional standards of competence and ethics
Employ active learning methods that encourage self-reliance and promote continuous professional development
Integrate theoretical knowledge and therapeutic competencies through group discussions, laboratories and clinical practice
Knowledge of computers and computer software applications
Demonstrate the highest qualities of character and ethical behavior as well as the knowledge, skills, and disposition that support scholarship, professionalism, technology, and diversity
Meet the minimum 400 clinical clock hours as described by ASHA for the Certificate of Clinical Competency

Programme Structure

Courses offered:

Cognitive and Linguistic Foundations of Language
Neuro-anatomy and Physiology
Language Disorders in Early Childhood
Clinical Practicum in Communication Disorders
Aural Rehabilitation
Oral and Speech Motor Disorders

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

57 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Communication Studies Cognitive Science Speech Pathology View 268 other Masters in Speech Pathology in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

GRE^®

145 _(verbal)

141 _{(quantitative)}

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Immunizations and physical exams as required of all Georgia Southern University students
Applicants must complete the requirements for a baccalaureate degree in speech-language pathology from a regionally accredited institution
GPA of 3.0
GRE scores
Documentation of the following after admission and prior to enrollment:
Completion of 25 clinical observation hours as mandated by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Proof of professional liability insurance
Proof of health insurance
Clear background check and negative drug screen
First aid/CPR certification by the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association
negative TB PPD skin test within thirty (30) days of enrollment
Flu shot
Final transcript(s) documenting all required coursework and conferral of baccalaureate degree
Official college transcripts requested using the CSDCAS transcript request form.
Official GRE scores (Within 5 years of the application due date).

Tuition Fee

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International

12384 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6192 USD per semester during 24 months.
National

12150 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6075 USD per semester during 24 months.
In-State

3366 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1683 USD per semester during 24 months.

Living costs for Statesboro

900 - 1400 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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