Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders
About
Speech-language pathology and audiology are both rapidly growing, high-demand fields with a broad scope of practice, and a Masters degree is required to enter the challenging field of speech-language pathology. The field offers rewarding careers and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of individuals with speech impairments. Speech-language pathology and audiology are both rapidly growing, high-demand fields with a broad scope of practice, and a Masters degree is required to enter the challenging field of speech-language pathology. The field offers rewarding careers and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of individuals with speech impairments.
Kean University's Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders trains future audiologists and speech-language pathologists to diagnose and treat communication disorders through multiple degree offerings at the graduate and undergraduate levels. Graduates of the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders work with diverse populations and find employment in a wide variety of clinical, research and educational settings.
For more information about our degrees and programs or to find additional opportunities to get involved, navigate the links below.
Undergraduate Degrees
Undergraduate studies in Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences also provides students with a solid foundation for related professions, including special education, deaf education, elementary education and secondary education. The bachelor’s program also sets the stage for graduate work in psychology, social work and some health oriented careers.
Programs Include:
B.A. Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences
Minor in American Sign Language
Minor in Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences
Graduate Degrees
M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology
Speech-Language Pathology Doctorate (SLPD)
Additional Programs
In addition to Degree programs for undergraduate and graduate students, the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders offers additional programs and specializations.
Speech Language Pathology for Pre-Professional
Advanced Certificate in Bilingual Speech Language Pathology
Neuroallies Specialization- a 12 credit, optional graduate level specialization following the neurodiversity paradigm