CSD | Master of Science: Speech-Language Pathology
Program Summary
The M.S. program in speech-language pathology at FHSU is an on-campus program that prepares students for clinical certification by ASHA and professional licensure by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability. The program has been named one of the top SLP programs by www.speechpathologygraduateprograms.org.
Student outcome data has exceeded the accreditation requirements regularly. Click on the links below for more detailed information regarding the Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology at FHSU.
Students can review the Functions for Practitioners in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology or learn more about Clinical Education Opportunities offered through our program. Potential graduate students should review our Graduate Application Process for step-by-step instructions on applying to the graduate program. Here is a link listing the required pre-requisite coursework required for application into graduate school.
Core Curriculum
The core curriculum for the Master of Science (M.S.) education program in speech-language pathology at FHSU is provided below. These courses address the 2020 Speech Language Pathology Standards identified by the Council For Clinical Certification (CFCC, 2020).
Required Academic FHSU Courses: Minimum of 34 Core Credit Hours, 6 Research Hours, 12 Clinical Registration Hours. PLUS Additional Clinic Enrollments as needed and Optional Elective Courses.
SLP 801-811 Clinical Graduate Courses. Graduate students will be required to register in a variety of clinical experiences throughout their graduate experience including: graduate practicum, practicum in evaluation, practicum in healthcare, aural rehabilitation clinical experience, educational externship, and medical externship.
A typical course progression for our program is on the degree map tab by semester and the courses are listed below:
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Credit Hours | 34 | |
| Required Research Hours | 6 | |
| Clinical Hours | 12 | |
| Additional Clinical Hours or Optional Electives | 0- | |
| Total Hours | 52 | |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Credit Hours | ||
| SLP 835 | Augmentative and Alternative Communication | 2 |
| SLP 836 | Advanced Audiology for the SLP | 2 |
| SLP 840 | Speech Sound Disorders: Assessment & Intervention | 2 |
| SLP 862 | Language Disorders: Early Language | 2 |
| SLP 869 | Topics in Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology (Diagnostics in Speech-Language Pathology) | 1-3 |
| SLP 889 | Neuroanatomy | 2 |
| SLP 855 | Fluency Disorders | 2 |
| SLP 856 | Voice and Motor Speech Disorders | 3 |
| SLP 863 | Language Disorders: Later Language | 2 |
| SLP 890 | Cognitive Linguistic Communication Disorders | 3 |
| SLP 663G | Managing Hearing Loss in Children and Adults | 3 |
| SLP 810 | Professional Issues in SLP | 2 |
| SLP 812 | Clinical Collaboration in Speech-Language Pathology | 2 |
| SLP 813 | Assessment & Intervention in Diverse Populations | 2 |
| Required Research Hours | ||
| SLP 817 | Research in Communication Sciences and Disorders 1 | 3 |
| SLP 820 | Research Development 1 | 1 |
| SLP 822 | Applied Research Experience 1 | 2 |
| Clinical Hours | ||
| SLP 801 | Graduate Practicum I | 1-3 |
| SLP 802 | Graduate Practicum II | 1-3 |
| SLP 803 | Graduate Practicum III | 1-3 |
| or SLP 806 | Graduate Practicum in Healthcare | |
| SLP 804 | Graduate Practicum IV | 1-3 |
| SLP 805 | Practicum in Evaluation and Assessment | 1 |
| SLP 809 | Education Externship | 6 |
| SLP 811 | Medical Externship | 6 |
| Total Hours | 53-63 | |
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The SLP 817 Research in Communication Sciences and Disorders is a required course of the FHSU Graduate School. Students have concurrent registration in SLP 820 Research Development Fall 1 and then are registered in SLP 822 Applied Research Experience in Spring 1. These courses meet the required 6 research hours.
Accelerated Option
This program has an option for current FHSU students who meet the Accelerated Program Admissions requirements to take graduate courses during their senior year. This allows up to 9 credit hours to apply to both degrees. FHSU students interested in this graduate program are encouraged to visit with an advisor or department to learn more about the accelerated option.
Graduate School Graduation Requirements
All Graduate degrees1 require:
- Maintain a C or higher in all coursework.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. (Refer to program)
- A minimum of 30-75 hours of Graduate course work. (Refer to program)
- Comprehensive Examination or equivalent assessment is required. (Master of Liberal Studies requires a Comprehensive Examination and Concentration Exam)
- Degree completion within 8 years.
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Refer to degree program for any additional requirements.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hours | |
| SLP 801 | Graduate Practicum I | 1-3 |
| SLP 817 | Research in Communication Sciences and Disorders 1 | 3 |
| SLP 820 | Research Development 1 | 1 |
| SLP 835 | Augmentative and Alternative Communication | 2 |
| SLP 836 | Advanced Audiology for the SLP | 2 |
| SLP 840 | Speech Sound Disorders: Assessment & Intervention | 2 |
| SLP 862 | Language Disorders: Early Language | 2 |
| SLP 869 | Topics in Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology (Diagnostics in Speech-Language Pathology) | 1-3 |
| SLP 889 | Neuroanatomy | 2 |
| Hours | 16-20 | |
| Spring | ||
| SLP 802 | Graduate Practicum II | 1-3 |
| SLP 805 | Practicum in Evaluation and Assessment | 1 |
| SLP 822 | Applied Research Experience 1 | 2 |
| SLP 855 | Fluency Disorders | 2 |
| SLP 856 | Voice and Motor Speech Disorders | 3 |
| SLP 863 | Language Disorders: Later Language | 2 |
| SLP 890 | Cognitive Linguistic Communication Disorders | 3 |
| Hours | 14-16 | |
| Summer | ||
| SLP 663G or SLP 807 |
Managing Hearing Loss in Children and Adults (Students who have taken SLP 663 as undergraduates will enroll in SLP 807 for Clinical Experience) or Aural Rehabilitation Clinical Experience |
3 |
| SLP 803 or SLP 806 |
Graduate Practicum III or Graduate Practicum in Healthcare |
1-3 |
| Hours | 4-6 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| SLP 804 or SLP 806 |
Graduate Practicum IV or Graduate Practicum in Healthcare |
1-3 |
| SLP 810 | Professional Issues in SLP | 2 |
| SLP 812 | Clinical Collaboration in Speech-Language Pathology | 2 |
| SLP 813 | Assessment & Intervention in Diverse Populations | 2 |
| Hours | 7-9 | |
| Spring | ||
| SLP 809 | Education Externship | 6 |
| SLP 811 | Medical Externship | 6 |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 53-63 | |
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The SLP 817 Research in Communication Sciences and Disorders is a required course of the FHSU Graduate School. Students have concurrent registration in SLP 820 Research Development Fall 1 and then are registered in SLP 822 Applied Research Experience in Spring 1. These courses meet the required 6 research hours.
Academic Degree Maps are term-by-term sample course plans that specify milestones, courses, and special requirements that are necessary for facilitating on-time completion. Degree Maps are examples and are not prescriptive. Individualized choices such as concentration options, transfer credits, optional minors, advisory programs (certificates), etc. can alter the recommended coursework. Course offerings are subject to change. Students should consult with their academic advisors for additional guidance on course planning.
To determine courses to take in the directed choices (often listed as Program Elective Course) and directed elective course blocks see the overview tab for courses. To locate approved courses in General Education areas (Undergraduate Programs) see the general education section of the catalog.
The undergraduate course maps typically advise the most efficient route for students to complete the general education requirements. Courses that are required in the major may be listed as fulfilling relevant general education requirements. This will result in more open elective course hours in some maps than is listed on the degree overview page.
The Master of Science (M.S.) education program in speech-language pathology (residential) at Fort Hays State University is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 2200 Research Boulevard, #310, Rockville, MD 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700.