Communication Sciences and Disorders (B.S./M.S.)

What You’ll Learn

The five-year B.S. to M.S. Program in Speech-Language Pathology is an accelerated program in which students earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree in five years. A master’s degree is the entry-level degree needed to become a speech-language pathologist.  

La Salle’s program offers a research-oriented, clinically based curriculum grounded in theoretical, ethical, and clinical knowledge in speech, language, and hearing science. Our program prepares students to meet professional credentialing requirements including American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) certification for speech-language pathologists. Students gain knowledge and skills in the diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, and advocacy of individuals across the lifespan who have disorders related to speech sound production, stuttering, comprehension and production of language, voice, and swallowing. 

Why Study Communication Sciences and Disorders at La Salle?

The B.S. to M.S. program in Speech-Language Pathology is an accelerated program that allows students to earn both their bachelor’s and master’s in five years. Students learn to think critically, communicate effectively, and analyze and integrate research into clinical practice, preparing them for successful careers and to value lifelong learning.