Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Communication Disorders

This program is primarily designed to prepare undergraduate students for entry into a speech-language pathology or audiology graduate program and for other career opportunities.. The minor in communication disorders prepares students for career opportunities particularly related to health and education as well as for advanced educational opportunities. In this program, students will complete university requirements in the humanities, social, and natural sciences. They will learn about the development and use of speech, language, hearing, and learn fundamentals of assessing and managing communication disorders. Social, emotional, educational, and vocational problems may stem from or be aggravated by communication disorders. Speech-language pathologists and audiologists are educated to prevent, identify, and treat communication disorders. They work primarily in educational settings, medical and health facilities, and private practice.