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University of Wyoming

M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology

The master of science degree in speech-language pathology includes two major
components of graduate study: academic and clinical.  You will study concurrently
in both areas, applying what you have learned in your academic work to the clients
you diagnose and treat in clinical experiences.  You will also pursue through your
academic coursework those questions raised in clinical work.  Emphasis is on
academic and clinical requirements needed for ASHA certification and for your growth
as a well-rounded speech-language pathologist.

It takes two years to complete the master program (including one summer) for
on-campus students (distance students refer to Distance page). Students will
complete four semesters of academic and clinical work.  After satisfactory completion
of campus-related clinical and academic work, students complete two full-time,
12-week off-campus practica.  You will assist in choosing your off-campus experiences
from among locations throughout the United States .

After completing the requirements for a Master of Science degree in speech-language
pathology, you will have fulfilled the academic and practicum requirements for the
Certificate of clinical Competence (CCC) awarded by ASHA, the Wyoming License in
Speech-Language Pathology, and certification by the Wyoming Department of Education.

We provide excellent opportunities for graduate research. If you are interested in research,
faculty in the division offer personal mentorship in all aspects of the research process,
from creating a question, to designing and implementing the study.  Students have the
opportunity to engage in research in a broad range of topics in speech, language, and
hearing.  Our division offers state-of-the-art  research facilities where you can conduct
the research of your choice. 

The following are the specific academic and clinical requirements for the Master of Science
in  Speech-Language Pathology at the University of Wyoming:

    1. A minimum of 50 semester credit hours (SCH) of graduate credit is required
      (see below for specific credit hour requirements).  The American Speech-
      Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) certification requirements mandates
      college transcript credit in each of the following areas: biological sciences,
      physical sciences, social behavioral sciences, and Mathematics.   In addition,
      coursework in the basic human communication and swallowing processes
      must be taken. It is anticipated that the vast majority of individuals will have
      completed their basic science course work as part of their undergraduate
      program. If not, this coursework will have to be completed during the graduate
      program.

    2. The ASHA Clinical Certification Board requires 400 clock hours (CH) of
      supervised clinical practicum (25 of these CH are supervised observation).
      A minimum of 325 CH of supervised clinical practicum must be completed
      at the graduate level.

    3. Graduate students may choose either the thesis option or the non-thesis option.
      Distance graduate students are encouraged to consider the non-thesis option. 

    4. Up to 12 credits of the division's graduate curriculum can be taken prior to being
      admitted to the program and applied to the course of study.

    5. No course work can be more than 6 years old at the time of graduation.

    6. No course can be taken for a S/U grade unless that is the only way a course is
      offered.

    7. No more than 9 SCH of graduate credit can be transferred to the UW and these
      hours must be from another CAA accredited speech-language pathology
      graduate program and be approved by the division. A grade of "B" or better
      (not S/U) must have been earned in each course. 

    8. Prior to receiving the MS degree, students must pass an oral comprehensive
      examination.

Speech-Language Pathology Credit Hour Requirements
(On-campus and Distance)

Plan B Nonthesis Track

Required Courses  34
Clinic  8
Externships  8
 

Total  = 50 (minimum)

 Plan A Thesis Track

Required Courses  34
Thesis  4
Clinic  8
Externships  8

Total  = 54  (minimum)

 

Go to Graduate Coursework Schedule