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Master's Programs| M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology | Back to Introduction

Plan of Study

^ This program is also offered at Adelphi University's Manhattan Center and at St. Joseph's College in Patchogue, Long Island.

Course# Course Title Credits
SPH 600 Speech and Hearing Science 3
SPH 603 Language Disorders in Children I 3
SPH 606 Audiologic Assessment and (Re)habilitation for the SLP 3
SPH 610 Speech Disorders in Children 3
SPH 611 Motor Speech Disorders 3
SPH 613 Advanced Anatomy, Physiology, and Neurology 3
SPH 620 Fluency Disorders 3
SPH 624 Acquired Language Disorders 3
SPH 630 Voice Disorders 3
SPH 634 Diagnostic Procedures in Speech-Language Pathology 3
SPH 636 Dysphagia: Evaluation and Management 3
SPH 638 Language Disorders in Children II 3
SPH 646 Oral Motor Function of the Developmentally Delayed Child 3
SPH 648 Clinical Practice in Speech-Language Pathology (HWC1) 2
SPH 660 Clinical Practice in Speech-Language Pathology (HWC2) 2
SPH 661* Clinical Practice in Speech-Language Pathology 2
SPH 662 Clinical Practice in Speech-Language Pathology 2
SPH 666 Clinical Practice in Diagnostics 1
SPH 668 Clinical Practice in Audiology 1
SPH 670 Research Methods in Communication Sciences and Disorders 3
SPH 672 Communication Systems for Individuals with Severe Disability 3
SPH 673 Language Assessment/Intervention: Autism and Spectrum Disorders 1
Total Credits: 56
*SPH 661 can be replaced with SPH 674/675 for teacher certification candidates.

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NYS Certification as Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
Fran Redstone, Coordinator

Additional course work is required for students who want New York State certification as Teachers of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD). Undergraduate transcripts will be reviewed for required liberal arts and core pedagogical courses. These include, but are not limited to, artistic expression, human development, foundations of education, and health promotion. Students will be advised accordingly. It is expected that many students will need at least a few of the following courses:

Course# Course Title Credits
ECH 600 Childhood Development 3
ECH 601 School and Society 3
HED 610 Health Education Training for Teachers 1
SPH 561 Speech-Language Pathology in a School Setting 3
SPH 674*
or
SPH 675		 Clinical Practice in a School Setting

Clinical Practicum in a Bilingual School Setting		 3
Total Credits: 13

*(replaces SPH 661 in the general master's curriculum). Students must pass the LAST and ATSW prior to SPH 674. Students must pass the LAST and ATSW prior to SPH 674 or 675.

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Bilingual Extension to the TSSLD
Fran Redstone, Coordinator

Students wishing to pursue this teacher credential must complete all TSSLD requirements, pass the NYS BEA proficiency exam and complete the following academic coursework.


Plan of Study View curriculum details and degree requirements


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Contact
For additional information, please contact:

Robert Goldfarb, Ph. D.
Director of Master's Program in Speech-Language Pathology
 p - 516.877.4785
f - 516.877.4783
e - goldfarb2@adelphi.edu

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