Speech-Language Pathology - Fontbonne University

Speech-Language Pathology from Fontbonne University is a Campus Master Communication Disorders degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. The Fontbonne University master's program in speech-language pathology prepares dynamic clinicians to work collaboratively in a wide variety of settings across the lifespan. With a master's degree ? a requirement for employment in speech-language pathology in Missouri and across the country ? graduates can look forward to a career with many options while sharing the gift of communication. Opportunities for research and clinical practicum help speech-language pathology graduate students form close faculty-student relationships that provide support for student learning. While under the mentorship of experienced working professionals, students gain real-world experience through a variety of practicum opportunities. The value of this teaching approach was recognized with the award of a grant to fund a graduate program in speech-language pathology with an emphasis in deafness, as well as a grant to prepare speech-language pathologists to work in an urban educational environment while working as speech implementers in the St. Louis public schools. In 2004, we established the Fontbonne University Center for Teacher and Therapist Education. The center provides a collaborative setting for preparing students to become speech-language pathologists, as well as deaf education and special education teachers. This progressive facility serves as a unique national model for how to educate a new generation of speech-language pathologists . At Fontbonne, classes are small. Faculty are nationally recognized, experienced and committed to the success of students. Many of our faculty work in clinical settings and can share their expertise in preparing students who have an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families. And, a Fontbonne graduate degree is within reach with the availability of graduate scholarships, assistantships and traineeships to qualified candidates. View more details on Fontbonne University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Communication Disorders courses.