Serve your community as a Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech-language pathology is one of the fastest-rising professions nationwide, with employment opportunities projected to continue growing at a substantial rate in the next ten years. The Communication Disorders online master’s degree is designed to equip you with the professional expertise you need to meet this critical workforce demand.
Through the program, you will become equipped with the requisite knowledge, skills and technological proficiency to earn appropriate credentials, licenses and/or certifications to practice ethically and successfully as a speech-language pathologist. Prepare to work in a variety of settings including early intervention programs, public schools, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, nursing homes, and federal and state institutions. This program will also provide the academic foundation you need to apply for advanced degree programs in Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology, Speech and Hearing Sciences and related areas.
Accreditation
The Speech-Language Pathology program at the University of Nebraska Kearney is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). 2200 Research Boulevard #310, Rockville, Maryland 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700. This accreditation ensures that graduates of the program are eligible for obtaining ASHA certification.
Upcoming Event: Online Program Virtual Open House
Monday, November 3, at 7 PM CST
The UNK Online Graduate SLP Program Virtual Open House is an opportunity to learn more about the Speech Language Pathology program directly from faculty and current students.
Questions? Contact bajelanj@unk.edu.
Program at a Glance
Credit Hours
part-time 9 semester program
Career Opportunities
- School-Based Clinician
- Medically-Based Clinician
- Private Practice
- Researcher
- Lecturer
- Clinic Supervisor
- Clinic Administrator
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"I've grown to appreciate every professor, even though they can be rigorous. They do give positive criticism and constructivism. You are going to get a great experience. You are going to get a great education. And that is only possible at one of the best universities in the country: the University of Nebraska at Kearney."
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"UNK just offers that ability to take what you're learning and apply it in your life, in your career. If you go somewhere else that is online but is not asynchronous, you're not able to work full time or take care of your kids or go do your activities because you do have a set schedule, and there's a lot of expectations. UNK sets that expectation, but also helps you accomplish it in coordination with a lifestyle."
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"Everything that I have learned within my classes, it’s all very pertinent information; I’m able to apply all of it. Even with being online, I’m still getting that valuable information that I was in-person. If you want to walk out feeling confident and really competent in the area of communication disorders, the professors are here, the content is here, and you will be able to succeed in that."
Sample Graduate Course Work
Projected sequence for a student with an undergraduate degree in CDIS without deficiencies (this is not typical for most incoming students; most will need additional coursework to meet all certification requirements).
Leveling Coursework Option:
UNK offers online Speech-Language Pathology undergraduate coursework as a way for those who hold an undergraduate degree in a major other than Communication Disorders to meet the necessary prerequisites.
