By selecting the Communication Sciences and Disorders Major you will earn a Bachelor of Science that gives you the foundation to pursue a graduate degree for a rewarding career in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology. In this program, you will obtain knowledge and develop skills related to human communication and communication disorders.
What You Will Learn
You will learn about the biological, physiological, linguistic, and neurological bases of communication disorders, as well as the variety of communication disorders that might be present in an individual.
Opportunities
As a student in this program, you will have the opportunity to meet peers and learn more about the profession by joining EMU’s chapter of the National Student Speech-Language-Hearing Association (NSSLHA), participating in the Undergraduate Research Symposium, and competing for a prestigious Brehm Scholarship. A graduate degree is required in order to obtain licensure as a speech language pathologist, and this undergraduate program will give students the foundation they need for their graduate studies. Eastern Michigan University offers a high-quality master’s program in Communication Sciences and Disorders. Licensed pathologists work in public schools, healthcare agencies, hospitals, and government agencies, treating individuals of all ages and their families with impairments in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
Featured Courses
- CSD 135L4 Introduction to Communication Sciences and Disorders [GELB]
- CSD 337 Language Acquisition
- SPGN 461 Classroom Management and Intervention Strategies for Students with Disabilities
Admissions
For admission criteria, please visit the Undergraduate Catalog.
To apply, fill out the Undergraduate Application Form for the Communication Sciences & Disorders Major/Endorsement.
For information about admissions, contact the Department of Special Education & Communication Sciences and Disorders at 734.487.3300.