Speech-Language Pathology is a healthcare profession that is currently in demand. According to the Department of Labor Statistics, the employment of speech-language pathologists is projected to grow 21 percent from 2021 to 2031. To enter this clinical profession, you are required to have a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology with clinical certification.
Graduate programs in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) generally have specific course requirements for entry into their programs. Our Pre-Professional Certificate for Speech-Language Pathology is specifically designed to meet the necessary undergraduate course requirements for entry into SLP graduate programs.
In this certificate program, you’ll:
- Gain knowledge and critical thinking skills in speech-language, specifically from courses that are typically required for admission into graduate degree programs leading to a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
- Gain hands-on experience through completing 25 hours of clinic observations.
- Complete the specific courses and clinical experience that are generally required for SLP graduate programs so that you can enter without any course deficiencies.
The certificate requires 22 credit hours and can be completed in three semesters.