CSD | Associate of Applied Science: Technology and Leadership (Speech-Language Pathology Assistant)
The Associate of Applied Science degree in Technology and Leadership (AAS) with an emphasis in Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) is a two-year program. By completing the 24 hours of Speech Language Pathology coursework, 12 hours of pre-requisites, and 12 hours toward the SLPA certificate students will be prepared to obtain ASHA certification as a SLP-A, and apply for Kansas licensure.
Speech Language Pathology Assistants (SLPA) work under a licensed Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) and are actively involved in providing treatment for patients with various communication disorders. SLPAs play a support role and can be used to increase the availability, frequency, and efficiency of services. To learn more about SLPAs and their scope of practice, feel free to follow this link to ASHA’s website for more information.
Students may apply previous coursework if accepted at FHSUtowards the 21 hours of open electives, select from the recommended courses to transition into the BS in Communication Sciences and Disorders, or consult with an advisor for additional options.
Program Summary
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AAS Technology and Leadership General Education Core | 15 | |
| Speech Language Pathology Pre-Requisite Coursework | 12 | |
| Speech Language Pathology Assistant Certificate Coursework | 12 | |
| Open Electives | 21 | |
| Total Hours | 60 | |
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AAS Technology and Leadership General Education Core | ||
| COMM 100 | Fundamentals of Oral Communication | 3 |
| ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ENG 102 | English Composition II | 3 |
| Select one course from the following: | 3 | |
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| Principles of Personal Finance | ||
| Students interested in the BS in CSD should not take MATH 100 or MATH 101 | ||
| Contemporary Mathematics with Review | ||
| Contemporary Mathematics | ||
| College Algebra with Review | ||
| College Algebra | ||
| Elements of Statistics with Review | ||
| Elements of Statistics | ||
| Select three credit hours from the following: | 3 | |
| SGE070 - Institutionally Designated Area: Personal and Professional Development | ||
| Business Communication for Professional Development | ||
| Principles of Personal Finance | ||
| Geographic Information Systems (GIS) One | ||
| Personal Wellness | ||
| Introduction to the Digital Humanities | ||
| Introduction to Computer Information Systems | ||
| Holistic Health and Fitness | ||
| Abnormal Psychology | ||
| SGE070 - Institutionally Designated Area: Critical Thinking | ||
| Argumentation | ||
| A Critical Thinking Approach: Consumer Health | ||
| Historical Roots of Contemporary Issues | ||
| Critical Thinking | ||
| Critical Thinking for Scientists | ||
| Thinking Critically About Society | ||
| Total Hours | 15 | |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Speech Language Pathology Pre-requisite Coursework | ||
| SLP 160 | Introduction to Communication Disorders | 3 |
| SLP 305 | Anatomy and Physiology: Speech-Hearing Mechanism | 3 |
| SLP 370 | Early Speech and Language Development | 3 |
| SLP 402 | Clinical Phonetics | 3 |
| Total Hours | 12 | |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Speech Language Pathology Assistant Certificate Coursework | ||
| SLP 428 | Clinical Observations and Applications | 3 |
| SLP 429 | Foundations and Special Skills for SLPAs | 3 |
| SLP 465 | Developmental Speech and Language Disorders | 3 |
| SLP 490 | Clinical Experience Practicum | 3 |
| Total Hours | 12 | |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Open Electives | 21 | |
| The following courses are recommended options, and many apply to the BS in CSD | ||
| General Psychology | ||
| Human Biology ((possible lab)) | ||
| College Algebra | ||
| Elements of Statistics | ||
| Physical Science ((possible lab)) | ||
| The Chemist's View of the World ((possible lab)) | ||
| Human Growth and Development | ||
| Educating Students with Exceptionalities | ||
| Medical Terminology | ||
Any additional SLP courses | ||
Degree Requirements
All associate degrees require:
GPA of 2.0 on FHSU courses & 2.0 on all coursework (Higher program requirements prevail over the 2.0 when set)
A minimum of 15 hours earned from FHSU with a grade of D, C, B, or A