Communication Sciences and Disorders, M.S. (Residential)
Department Chair: Michaela Ritter, Ed.D., CCC-SLP
Associate Chair for Residential Clinic and Online Graduate Program: Deborah Rainer, M.S., CCC-SLP
Associate Chair for Residential Academic Program: Samantha Dvorak, SLP.D., CCC-SLP
Graduate Program Director: Jana Parker, M.S., CCC-SLP
The Master of Science program (M.S.) in Communication Sciences and Disorders at Baylor University prepares the student for academic coursework and clinical practicum requirements to apply for certification by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. The Baylor CSD program is accredited by the:
Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language
Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
2200 Research Boulevard, #310
Rockville, MD 20850
(800) 498-2071 or (301) 296-5700
The requirements governing the selection of courses and clinical practicum experiences must be individualized based on when a student begins the program and the courses that he or she takes. Therefore, all students must consult with the Graduate Program Director for guidance in fulfilling the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association’s standards.
Admissions
Admission decisions are based on faculty review of undergraduate transcripts, the cumulative undergraduate (or graduate if degree conferred) GPA from a degree-bearing university, personal statements, a resume, and three letters of recommendation. Students who earned their primary undergraduate degree with a major in CSD are admitted in the fall, spring, and summer semesters. Leveling students who do not have an undergraduate degree with a major in CSD are admitted in the fall semester.
Policies and operating procedures for the graduate program are detailed in the Residential CSD Graduate Handbook and provided to each student electronically at the start of the semester.
Requirements for a Major in Communication Sciences and Disorders (MS)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Forty-five total credit hours, including: | ||
| CSD 5319 | EBP Evaluation and Interprofessional Practice in a Diverse Society | 3 |
| CSD 5325 | Speech Sound Disorders | 3 |
| CSD 5341 | Pediatric Language Disorders 1 | 3 |
| CSD 5337 | Pediatric Language Disorders 2 | 3 |
| CSD 5149 | Clinical Practicum in Speech Pathology 1 | 1 |
| CSD 5311 | Aphasiology | 3 |
| CSD 5312 | Fluency and Fluency Disorders | 3 |
| CSD 5313 | Augmentative and Alternative Communication | 3 |
| CSD 5328 | Diagnosis and Treatment of Dysphagia | 3 |
| CSD 5314 | Voice Pathology and Resonance Disorders | 3 |
| CSD 5316 | Motor Speech Disorders | 3 |
| CSD 5318 | Research Methods in Graduate Study in Communication Sciences and Disorders | 3 |
| CSD 5330 | Cognitive Linguistic Communication Disorders | 3 |
| CSD 5549 | Clinical Internship | 6 |
| Total hours | 45 | |
| The following electives may be taken in addition to the program course requirements: | ||
| Advanced Aural Rehabilitation 2 | ||
| Multicultural Issues in Speech-Language Pathology | ||
| Thesis | ||
| Mentored Research Experience in Communication Sciences and Disorders | ||
- 1
CSD 5149 Clinical Practicum in Speech Pathology is taken three times, once per semester, during the first year.
- 2
CSD 5304 Advanced Aural Rehabilitation must be taken if not completed at another university
Leveling Courses - Semester One
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CSD 5101 | Leveling-Observation | 1 |
| CSD 5302 | Leveling - Anatomy & Physiology | 3 |
| CSD 5305 | Leveling-Survey of Speech Pathology and Audiology | 3 |
| CSD 5306 | Leveling-Language Development | 3 |
| CSD 5309 | Leveling-Introduction to Clinical Audiology | 3 |
| Total Hours | 13 | |
Leveling Courses - Semester Two
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CSD 5201 | Leveling-Clinical Methods | 2 |
| CSD 5303 | Leveling - Speech Science | 3 |
| CSD 5304 | Advanced Aural Rehabilitation | 3 |
| CSD 5307 | Leveling-Introduction to Phonological Science | 3 |
| Total Hours | 11 | |