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Speech Pathology and Audiology – B.S.

The Bachelor of Science degree in Speech Pathology and Audiology from Kent State University is a pre-professional program focusing on the basic sciences of human communication, as well as the evaluation and treatment of communication disorders.

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Duration

4 years

Starting Date

January, August

Tuition Fee

$ 21,578 per year

Location

Kent, United States

About the program

This Speech Pathology and Audiology program from Kent State University provides a firm foundation for continuing to the master’s degree in speech-language pathology or the doctorate in audiology. The curriculum integrates a sequence of coursework designed to provide a strong liberal arts background and an understanding of normal and disordered aspects of the human communication process.

Specific coursework includes anatomy and physiology of the speech and hearing mechanisms, hearing and speech science, neurology, phonetics, normal speech and language development, speech and language disorders, audiometry, and aural rehabilitation. Speech-language pathologists are required to hold a master’s degree, while audiologists hold a doctorate in audiology. Both are employed in a variety of settings, including rehabilitation centers, hospitals, schools, community clinics, private practice, research laboratories and colleges and universities.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Demonstrate knowledge of the nature of speech, language and hearing processes and disorders in children and adults.
Demonstrate the skills necessary to be successful speech-language pathologists, audiologists, or other health and human service professionals.
Utilize the knowledge and skills acquired during their undergraduate SPA program of study to gain entry into graduate programs in Speech Pathology, Audiology, and/or related fields, or obtain positions in health and human services-related professions.