Undergraduate Program

The Communication Disorders Program provides a curriculum for a major in communication disorders, pre-professional preparation in speech-language pathology or audiology, and supportive coursework for majors from other departments with interests in human communication or its disorders.

The beginning courses concern the normal aspects of speech, language and hearing–its nature and development, as well as introducing the student to the disorders of speech, language and hearing. Advanced courses are devoted to specific disorders in terms of their nature and treatment. The undergraduate training culminates with supervised practicum experiences in which the student works with people who have communication disorders. The Communication Disorders program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation of the American Speech Language-Hearing Association.

The Minor in Communication Disorders (16 credits) is designed to acquaint students with the nature of impaired human communication. One Minor Core course, one Minor Capstone course, and 12 credits of Minor Specialization are required. There is considerable flexibility in the "Specialization" portion of the program. Therefore, students are required to meet with a Communication Disorders Advisor to identify classes that are appropriate to their plan of study.

FOR STUDENTS CONSIDERING A MAJOR:

Students seeking information/advising about a major in Communication Disorders should contact the program's Administrative Assistant (507) 389-1414 to inquire about the time and location of the next regularly scheduled group advising session. Prior to the group session, students may download the "programs of study" packet on the Communication Disorders home page.