The objective of the program is to prepare advanced practitioners and future university clinical faculty in Communication Sciences and Disorders through the provision of an affordable, rigorous, high-quality clinical doctorate. The clinical doctorate has an emphasis on the social and cultural aspects of communication sciences and disorders (speech and language pathology) as it applies to both allied health care and educational services to underserved populations.

This clinical doctorate is designed to deepen the knowledge, leadership, and problem-solving skills of current practitioners with a focus on coursework and applications that incorporate current research, ethical decision-making, and models of best practice. The curriculum will prepare doctoral students to analyze, synthesize, and apply research-based theory to their current work environment and through the development of the applied dissertation.

SLPD program begins Fall. The deadline for applications is April 1.

SLPD Brochure

Full-Time Plan of Study

Part-Time Plan of Study

SLPD Handbook

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