MN State University Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Program Overview
The master’s degree offered by this department is a professional degree. The title, Speech-Language Pathology, indicates that it is the entry-level clinical degree in the field of Speech-Language Pathology. Students completing this program are qualified for clinical positions in communication disorders throughout the nation. Those who excel in the master’s program are encouraged to seek the doctoral degree at another university. Click "Course Descriptions" for a listing of courses offered.
The Master's of Science (M.S.) education program in Speech-Language Pathology at Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM) is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). The program has been accredited for a period of eight years beginning January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2019. Candidates for the master’s degree fulfill academic and clinical requirements established by ASHA in order to qualify for the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC). The master’s degree program requires two years of study.
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology
Applicants for the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) are evaluated against the 2005 Standards for Certification in Speech-Language Pathology. For detailed information from the ASHA website, see http://www.asha.org/certification/SLPCertification.htm .
Highlights of requirements for achieving the CCCs include:
- Must demonstrate through transcript credit (which could include course work, advanced placement, CLEP, or examination of equivalency) for each of the following areas: biological sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, and the social/behavioral sciences.
- Minimum of 75 semester credit hours completed in a course of study addressing the knowledge and skills pertinent to the field of Speech-Language Pathology, including at least 36 hours at the graduate level.
- Has gained knowledge and experience with individuals from culturally/linguistically diverse backgrounds and with client/patient populations across the life span.
- Has knowledge of processes used in research and the integration of research principles into evidence-based clinical practice.
- Possess skills in oral, written and other forms of communication sufficient for entry into professional practice.
- A minimum of 375 clock hours of supervised practicum experience and 25 hours of observation.
- Some of the above requirements are met by undergraduate courses.
Additional Credentialing
Students who plan to seek clinical positions in schools should complete any additional requirements established by the credentialing authority in the states where they would seek employment. Additional details regarding study at MSUM may be obtained by consulting the Graduate Studies website at http://web.mnstate.edu/graduate .
Tuition Reciprocity
MSUM has applied a tuition waiver for out-of-state U.S. students that do not qualify for reciprocity, meet regular admission standards, and remain in good academic standing. you can contact the MSUM Admissions office with any questions you may have.
Additional information can be found by clicking on the following links:
Information Sheet (e.g. distinctions and admission information)
Graduate Program Information (e.g. fees, financial aid, clinic)
Updated August, 2011, N. Paul