Gain a Strong Foundation for Your Speech-Language Pathology Career
Calvin’s Certificate in Speech and Hearing Foundations provides the introductory knowledge and academic preparation you need for continued study and a future career in speech pathology and audiology.
To apply to graduate programs in speech pathology, students from other academic backgrounds must complete prerequisite coursework. We designed a foundational certificate program to meet this need, preparing you for the master’s-level study required to practice in the field.
Our 100% online curriculum introduces the principles of speech, language, and hearing in a flexible format. You will study topics like anatomy and physiology, aural rehabilitation, phonetics, and child language development. After finishing the program, you will be prepared to pursue advanced study in a program like Calvin’s online Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology.
Calvin University requires that students earn a 3.0 overall GPA for the six courses to earn the Certificate in Speech and Hearing Foundations.
- 100% online coursework
- Expert faculty
- 8-week courses
- Three start dates per year
- Up to three transfer credits accepted
- Faith-based approach to learning
Duration
1 year
Cost per credit
$640
Credit hours
24
Learn From Speech-Language Pathology Experts
The coursework for the Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology degree program lets you study topics in aphasia, language disorders, language fluency, motor speech disorders, cleft and craniofacial disorders, augmentative and alternative communication, and more. Completing Calvin’s online speech pathology program will prepare you to sit for the national PRAXIS exam and begin your clinical fellowship year, pursue certification and licensure, or continue to a Ph.D. program.
Calvin University’s online Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology program includes 21 courses. You’ll prepare for a speech-language pathology career by analyzing language, neurological, physical, speech-sound, and voice disorders. Coursework in our program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) and features evidence-based perspectives to treatment.
You may be able to fulfill some of the required clinical hours at your current place of employment, or our program’s faculty will try to place you in a clinical site near your current location. However, students may have to travel and even be prepared to stay in other places depending on nearby placement site availability. Completing Calvin’s Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology program will give you the academic and clinical hours you need to sit for the national PRAXIS exam and begin your clinical fellowship in speech-language pathology.
Students without a speech pathology undergraduate degree can take our certificate bridge program. The speech pathology certificate bridge program provides levelling courses that equip you with the knowledge you need to be successful in the Master’s program when you are ready.
We also offer a 100% online, 21-credit Certificate in Speech and Hearing Foundations for students who want to pursue a rewarding career in speech-language pathology but do not have the prerequisite coursework to apply to a graduate program. The one-year certificate provides the introductory and foundational knowledge in speech, language, and hearing needed to apply to a master’s program and pursue the entry-level education required to practice in the field.
A study of the anatomic and physiologic bases for the development and use of speech, language, and hearing. The course focuses on the central and peripheral auditory mechanisms of the human body, and on the respiratory, phonatory, and articulatory mechanisms required for speech production.
Application of the scientific method to the studies of hearing, speech perception, and production. Topics include the introduction to the nature of sound, acoustic theories of speech perception and production, recording and analysis using acoustic instrumentation and/or programs, and clinical application of these concepts.
A study of phonetic theories and the use of International Phonetic Alphabet symbols in analyzing, categorizing, and transcribing the sounds of the world’s languages, focusing on American English. The course emphasizes understanding the processes involved in the production of specific phonemes. The laboratory section of the course focuses on developing students’ skills in broad and narrow transcription.
An examination of early language development research in phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics. Theories of language acquisition and implications for practice are examined. Particular attention is given to the role of adults in language development and to the relationship between language development and cognitive development. Also listed as Education 311.
The study of the classification of hearing disorders and the behavioral and electrophysiological measurement of hearing, including subjective and objective testing procedures. Prerequisites: SPAUD 210
The study of the fundamental aspects of auditory rehabilitation, including individual and group amplification systems, auditory training, speech reading, and counseling with children and adults. Prerequisites: SPAUD 210, 217, 218 and 344.
Apply to your program
It’s free to apply to Calvin’s graduate programs. To apply for the online MBA program from Calvin University, you’ll need:
- A completed application
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
- Official transcripts of all post-secondary academic coursework to demonstrate a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or GMAT/GRE score of 600 or higher
- A personal statement, two letters of recommendation and a CV or resume must be submitted
Tuition Details and Estimate
Cost per credit hour: $673
Total number of credit hours: 36
Total estimated cost, minus fees: $24,228
Other costs to budget for: This program’s estimated cost does not include textbooks, supplies, personal expenses, or loan fees. Consider these costs when budgeting for your education.
Gain Relevant Knowledge for Your Next Step
- Prepare for inclusive practice by analyzing the dialects of both English and non-English speakers.
- Take courses taught by faculty who are published in peer-reviewed journals and who present research at industry conferences.
- Learn to guide patients in challenging situations with faith and compassion.
- Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, inclusive analysis, and communication skills.