Speech Language Pathology
Bachelor of Science in Education
At a Glance
The quality of a child's education plays a vital role in his or her growth and maturation, which is why UWG offers this exciting department as a place for students to learn the best ways to help children learn for and about themselves. With expert preparation in a variety of special education disciplines, students go on to do essential and rewarding work for schools, hospitals and clinics.
Why should I choose UWG's Speech Language Pathology program?
- Emphasis is placed on curriculum and hands-on preparation for both undergraduate and graduate students.
- Support courses are taught across education departments.
Are there any special opportunities available?
- Students have the opportunity to improve their own speech skills in the Speech and Hearing Clinic.
What can I do after graduation, graduate school and job-wise?
- Admission into a Master’s degree program and clinical fellowship experiences qualify Speech-Language Pathology students to work in schools, hospitals or clinics.
What kind of student organizations, clubs or honorary societies can I join?
- Student Council for Exceptional Children
- National Student Speech Language Hearing Association
What kind of facilities and equipment will be made available to me?
- Quality computers for all faculty. Opportunities to be trained in the use of word processing, database, spreadsheet, presentation and therapy software packages.
- Computer labs (Mac and PC based) are available for students in the COE.
- Students have the opportunity to observe therapy and improve their own speech therapy skills in the Speech and Hearing Clinic.
Does the faculty specialize in certain areas?
- Research in prevention of speech-language disorders, multicultural education, intervention across the lifespan, phonological disorders, auditory conservation, assessments and diagnosis
