BS Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology
(51 hours*)
The Discipline
Audiology is a relatively new discipline that relies on technology to deal with
its primary concern, the measurement of hearing and hearing loss. Audiology includes
studying the nervous system to learn how we sense, perceive, and derive information
from the sense organs. Audiology students also learn about the development of speech
and language, the anatomy and physiology of the ear, a variety of electronic test
instruments that reveal the function of the intricate processes involved in hearing,
and disorders and diseases of hearing. Physicians use audiological findings to
diagnose and treat hearing problems. This information is also used in counseling
the hearing impaired and for prescribing hearing aids. Teachers use the knowledge
to understand and help children with hearing impairments.
The discipline of speech-language pathology emerged to help people who have lost or
have never had the ability to speak normally. It serves persons with speech and
language disorders such as stuttering, articulation problems, aphasia, voice problems,
language delay, and similar disabilities. Students learn about speech and language
development, the anatomy and physiology of the speech mechanism, the neurology of
perception and production of speech and language, impairments that cause speech and
language disorders, and communication disorders remediation. Professionals work in
public schools, hospitals, private or community clinics, or private practice.
Career Opportunities
This is a preprofessional program leading to a master’s degree that is required
for entrance into the profession.
Major Requirements
Complete the following:
ASLP 133, 230, 320, 321, 330, 331, 334, 350, 351, 438, 442, 450.
ASL 101.
Math 110 (or equivalent).
Phscs 167.
PDBio 220.
Stat 221.
*Hours include courses that may fulfill university core requirements.
