Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology University of Central Missouri, USA

Are you ready to take the next step on your path to becoming a speech-language pathologist? A degree from the University of Central Missouri’s graduate Speech-Language Pathology program will prepare you for a life-changing career to positively impact those with communication and swallowing disorders, from birth through geriatrics.

The University of Central Missouri has been teaching speech pathology classes since the 1940s. This long-standing tradition continues today.

The graduate Speech-Language Pathology program at UCM provides an exciting environment for learning, growing and achieving your professional dreams while helping others. Faculty, students and clients are motivated and encouraged to reach their goals for competency, enrichment and communication mastery. We see the best in faculty, students and clients and help them to achieve this same vision and level of excellence.

What you will study

All of UCM’s graduate speech pathology classes contain problem-based learning and skills development. Our coursework includes case-based learning and direct application of knowledge and skills, allowing you to identify best practices for both assessment and treatment of clients.

Course highlights include:

• Adult Swallowing Disorders and Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Disorders: This set of unique feeding and swallowing courses, one targeting children with feeding and swallowing concerns and another targeting swallowing deficits in adults, provide the most current information available. This includes the exposures and application of the Modified Barium Swallow Impairment Profile.
• Autism: Communication Across the Lifespan: This course will provide an overview of speech and language, behavioral characteristics and possible etiologies of autism spectrum disorders. You’ll also learn appropriate informal and formal assessments and treatment options, as well as environmental supports and how to effectively work with family members.