Overview
Students of the Communication Sciences and Disorders program offered by the University of Cincinnati are required to complete course work in the areas of Language and Literacy, Phonology, Aphasia, Motor Speech, Dysphagia, Cognition, Voice, Craniofacial Anomalies, Stuttering, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, management of children with hearing impairment and research.
In order to provide the master's level student with adequate advanced didactic and practicum experience with persons manifesting communication disorders, a minimum of two years of study is necessary, including two summer terms. Students who do not possess a well-rounded undergraduate major in Speech and Hearing, or those who come from other fields, must complete undergraduate requirements prior to beginning the graduate program.
In addition, all MA students must complete a research project, which may take the form of a thesis, publishable paper, or additional research course.
Upon completion of the program, graduates are eligible for the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language pathology (CCC-SLP), licensing in the State of Ohio in speech-language pathology and State of Ohio School licensure.
Career
A master's degree is necessary for professional certification and licensure as a speech-language pathologist.
Graduates find careers working with children and adults in hospitals, rehabilitation and long term care facilities, speech and hearing clinics, schools, public schools and other educational programs, the armed services, private practice and governmental health agencies.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Speech Sound Disorders
- Language Disorders in Early Childhood
- Advanced Speech and Hearing Science
- Advanced Neurological Basis of Communication Disorders
- Clinical Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
77-90
Delivered
Disciplines
Communication Sciences Cognitive Sciences View 179 other Masters in Cognitive Sciences in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- graduate admissions application (online)
- hold a baccalaureate degree (or higher) from a college or university regarded as standard by a regional or general accrediting agency, and have at least a B average in undergraduate course work
- there is a $5 surcharge for international applications.
Tuition Fee
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International
26644 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 26644 USD per year during 24 months. -
National
26644 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 26644 USD per year during 24 months. -
In-State
14902 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14902 USD per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Cincinnati
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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