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Program at a Glance

Program
Bachelor
College(s)
College of Health Professions and Sciences
Department(s)
Comm Sci & Disorders, Schl of
4
Years
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Degree Requirements

  • Students who change degree programs and select this major must adopt the most current catalog.
  • Students should complete the General Education Program before transferring within the Florida College System or State University System.
  • Students should consult with a program advisor.
  • The courses designated in section 1 below may be taken at a Florida College System institution, and usually should be completed in the first 60 hours.
  • Students must earn at least a "C-" (1.75) in each prerequisite course, core course, restricted elective, and B.S. elective.
  • Communication Sciences and Disorders is an unrestricted major, however, negative criminal background checks may result in the inability to complete coursework in this major.
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Highlights

The SLP profession is projected to grow 29% over the next 10 years, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The median pay of a speech-language pathologist is $80,480, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Undergraduate Application Deadlines

Fall
May 1
Spring
November 1
Summer
March 1
Fall
July 1
Spring
November 1
Summer
March 1
Fall
March 1
Spring
September 1
Summer
January 1

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Course Overview

Introduction to Communication Sciences and Disorders

Basic principles of speech-language pathology and audiology.

Spoken and written language development from infancy to adulthood.

An introduction to the anatomical, physiological, and physical elements underlying the communication process.

Physics of sound, anatomy of hearing mechanism, pure tone audiometry, hearing aids, problems of the deaf and hard of hearing.

The program gave me an understanding of the basic foundations of speech, language, and communication. It allowed me to deepen my passion for the field and future career!”

Sabrina Rogers '20

Communication Sciences & Disorders Skills You'll Learn

  • Understanding of the science of human communication and its disorders
  • Understanding of speech, language, and hearing development and disorders
  • Analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Evidence-based decision making

Career Opportunities

  • Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPa)
  • Audiology Assistant
  • Behavior Therapist
  • Teacher or Teacher Assistant
  • Clinic/Hospital Support Staff

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