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M Ed. Speech-Language Pathology
The Department of Special Education and Speech-Language Pathology offers two unique programs leading to the degrees in the practice of Speech-Language Pathology:
- B.S. in Education Degree with a Major in Speech-Language Pathology
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Master of Education Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
In both of these programs, students complete closely supervised practical and/or internships in a variety of settings and with persons of varying ages. The Speech and Hearing Clinic that is housed in the College of Education provides opportunities for students to complete a number of clinical hours on the campus. However, students are required to complete clinical hours in other settings.
Master of Education Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
The master's degree in education program in Speech-Language Pathology at the University of West Georgia 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, Maryland 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700. It prepares the student for an independent professional career in the identification, assessment, and treatment of all communication disorders including articulation, fluency, voice and resonance, receptive and expressive language, hearing (including the impact on speech and language), swallowing, cognitive aspects of communication, social aspects of communication, and communication modalities. Admission also is open to students with baccalaureate degrees in disciplines outside of speech-language pathology; students who choose this option will have to complete prerequisite courses while enrolled in the master's program. Upon completion of the coursework and passage of the Praxis II exam, the student is eligible for professional certification by the Department of Education and licensure by the State Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology. Employment opportunities include public and private schools, clinics and hospitals, physician's offices, and private practice. Students completing the Master of Education Degree in Speech-Language Pathology will be required to further meet the 2005 standards leading to the Certificate of Clinical Competence. This information can be accessed at the following link: http://www.asha.org/about/membership-certification/handbooks/slp/slp_standards.htm
(Please refer to the UWG Graduate Catalog for official program requirements)
M.Ed. Program of Study
M.Ed. 2-year Track Course Sequence
M.Ed. 3-year Track Course Sequence (for individuals without an undergraduate degree in speech-language pathology
Graduate Program Application Process: http://www.westga.edu/~gradsch/admisrequirements.php Please click on "College of Education" to find SLP.
