Nova Southeastern University offers an online master's degree program in speech-language pathology. It is designed for individuals who have a bachelor's in communication disorders, but offers prerequisite courses for those with degrees in other areas. The program offers coursework as well as clinical experiences.
Nova Southeastern University
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University of Northern Colorado offers a three-year master of arts in communication disorders degree. This program requires four to six weeks on campus at the beginning, and an additional 12-week internship in a medical setting at the end. This program is accredited by ASHA, and the Colorado Department of Education.
University of Northern Colorado
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The University of Wyoming offers a master of science in speech-language pathology. This program requires two 12-week clinical externships, and an on-campus clinical practicum. This program is also accredited by the ASHA.
University of Wyoming
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Western Kentucky University ASHA-accredited program requires a three-week, on-campus clinical practicum in addition to online coursework. Other clinical work is required, but students may perform it in closer to home, under supervision of an ASHA-certified speech pathologist.
Western Kentucky University
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Prospective students should note that, while online programs offer flexibility, obtaining a degree in communication disorders, and the certification and licenses often required to practice, involves work in real-world settings. Obtaining certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, for example, requires clinical practice supervised by a certified speech-language pathologist. ASHA certification is generally required to practice in a medical facility, nursing home, or clinical setting, and some states have their own licensure requirements.