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The CSULB Speech-Language Pathology M.A. Program is a cohort-based program to be completed in five (5) semesters (Fall and Spring only), which include a semester of school-based internship and a semester of medical/private practice internship.

The primary purpose of the CSULB SLP M.A. Program is to prepare students as professional speech-language pathologists. The program’s objectives are to provide our students with:

Advanced knowledge in congenital, developmental, acquired, and neurogenic speech, language and communication disorders across the lifespan
Competence in implementing evidence-based practice in making ethical clinical decisions
Knowledge of procedures and methods for differential diagnosis in speech-language pathology
400 direct clinical contact hours working with individuals with various communication and swallowing disorders
Competence in working with individuals with different cultural and linguistic backgrounds
On-campus clinical practicum and off-campus internships to develop and refine clinical skills consistent with the defined scope of practice
Internship experience in both school and medical/private practice settings
Development of cultural competence through graduate coursework, clinical courses, internships, and student exchange program
Coursework and clinical practicum experience for certification as a speech-language pathologist by the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)
Opportunities to participate in faculty-led or student-led research projects

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
The Department of Speech-Language Pathology seeks excellence in the academic and clinical preparation of students in speech-language pathology, in conducting research, and in the provision of services to the University and to the community-at-large (Department Mission). The Department aspires to provide our students with the knowledge and skills needed to solve clinical problems, administer comprehensive assessments, and implement evidence-based interventions for a diverse client population in both medical and school-based settings (Department Goal). Faculty have established a set of graduate program learning outcomes (PLOs) which are consistent with this mission and goals and aligned with national and state standards. PLOs are formally evaluated by the Faculty on a rotating basis, given suggested assessment metrics (and other relevant data). This ensure the program maintains consistent standards in these areas and revises academic and curriculum programs as needed.