Bachelor of Arts in Speech Pathology

Mission Statement
The Bachelor of Arts in Speech Pathology has been designed to prepare students to apply for a teaching endorsement in Nevada to work with the school-age population. Instructional emphasis will be placed on the disorders, assessment and intervention most appropriate for individuals grades K-12. The American Speech and Hearing Association’s (ASHA) credentialing requirements for Speech Language Pathology have been used as a conceptual framework upon which to base the Bachelor of Arts course of study. By so doing, the course of study will be held to a higher standard that provides the necessary foundation for students to proceed to graduate study, should they choose to do so.

The Knowledge and Skills Acquisition (KASA) standards is used to summarize a student’s acquisition of the knowledge and skills delineated in the Standards for Certificate of Clinical Competence (modified to assess skills and knowledge addressed at the undergraduate level). Key performances will be identified in syllabi, indicating the activity/performance/and/or assessment addressing these particular standards as well as the Learning Outcomes of Nevada State College.

Learning Outcomes

Critical Thinking
To develop the ability to think both critically and objectively, while reinforcing the Scientific Method. Students will be able to objectively comprehend and analyze data, extrapolate data and developed conclusions relative to speech and language disorders in students. Students will demonstrate knowledge of contemporary professional issues.
Communication
The Speech Pathology student at NSC will be able to effectively communicate their ideas, both oral and written. Students will meet these outcomes by daily classroom interactions, as well as by giving oral presentations, writing papers and discussing controversial issues.
Effective Citizenship
The Nevada State student will be developing a background critical toward assisting others in their communities. Students will be assisting students and their families who have disabilities and must possess and apply knowledge of standards of ethical conduct.

Curriculum

  1. Core Curriculum.............................................. 32-40

    1. English (6 credits)
      1. ENG 101 – Composition I............................ 3
      2. ENG 102 – Composition II........................... 3
        NOTE: Students who place in ENG 102 are not required to complete ENG 101.

    2. Study and Technology Skills (2 credits)
      1. CEP 121 – Introduction to the College Experience............................ 1
      2. CEP 122 – Enhancing Academic Success............................ 1

    3. Mathematics (3-5 credits)
      1. MATH 120 – Fundamentals of College Mathematics or MATH 128, MATH 181............................ 3

    4. Natural Sciences (6-8 credits)
      1. One Biological and one Physical Science; at least one course taken with an associated lab

    5. Social Sciences (3 credits)
      1. Refer to the Social Sciences section of the Core Curriculum

    6. Fine Arts (3 credits)
      1. Refer to the Fine Arts section of the Core Curriculum

    7. Humanities (6 credits)
      1. Refer to the Humanities section of the Core Curriculum

    8. Constitution (3-6credits)
      1. Refer to the Constitution section of the Core Curriculum

    9. Community-Based Learning (3 credits)
      1. Refer to the Community-Based Capstone of the Core Curriculum

  2. Major Requirements.............................................................................. 86-87

    1. AM 145 – American Sign Language I.................................................................... 4
    2. AM 146 – American Sign Language II.................................................................. 4
    3. COM 434 –Conflict Management & Negotiation............................................... 3
    4. EDU 203 – Introduction to Special Education.................................................... 3
    5. EDU 204 – Information Technology in Teaching.............................................. 3
    6. EDSP 414 – Career Education for Students with Disabilities...................................... 3
    7. EDSP 432 – Serving Individuals with Disabilities and Their Families............................ 3
    8. EL 401 – Law and Ethics for Educators ............................................................... 3
    9. ENG 411B –Principles of Modern Grammar........................................................ 3
    10. PSY 210 – Statistical Methods............................................................................... 3
    11. PSY 307 – Principles of Educational Psychology.............................................. 3
    12. PSY 430 – Developmental Psychology: Infancy and Childhood................... 3
    13. SPA 301 – Survey of Speech Pathology............................................................... 3
    14. SPA 320 – Introduction to Phonetics.................................................................... 3
    15. SPA 330 – Communication Science ................................................................... 3
    16. SPA 340 – Normal Development and Disorders of Speech and Language... 3
    17. SPA 345 –Seminar in Clinical Procedure........................................................... 2
    18. SPA 362 – Introduction to Audiology................................................................. 3
    19. SPA 364 – Articulation Disorders........................................................................ 3
    20. SPA 365 – Advanced Audiological Assessment............................................... 3
    21. SPA 370 – Methods of Clinical Management .................................................. 3
    22. SPA 400 – Assessment of Communication Disorders ......................................3
    23. SPA 401 – Fluency Disorders............................................................................... 3
    24. SPA 439 – Neurology and Speech Pathology...................................................... 3
    25. SPA 441 – Clinical Practicum in Speech and Language Disorders................. 8
    26. SPA 464 – Audiological Practicum.................................................................. 1-2
    27. SPA 466 – Rehabilitation for Hearing Handicapped ....................................3
    28. SPA 467 – Language Disorders.......................................................................... 3
Summary of Credits required for the B.A. in Speech Pathology
College Core Curriculum.................................................. 32-40
Education Major Requirements...................................... 85-86
Electives................................................................................. 2-11
Total Credits ...................................................................... 128

 

Speech Pathology Post-Baccalaureate Endorsement
The School of Education Speech Pathology Post-Baccalaureate Endorsement Program provides the opportunity for students with a Bachelors Degree to earn credits towards a Nevada teaching endorsement to teach pupils who have speech and language impairments.  The program consists of 13, three-credit classes (plus a two credit seminar and six-credit practicum) which will extend over two and one-half years and will enable you to apply for a Nevada Teaching Endorsement in Speech Pathology.  This endorsement is limited to the public school systems in the state of Nevada. 

 

EACH PROGRAM BEGINS IN THE FALL AND COURSES MUST BE TAKEN IN THE FOLLOWING SEQUENCE:

FALL I
1. SPA 301 Survey of Speech Pathology.................3
2. SPA 320 Introduction to Phonetics.......................3
3. SPA 362 Introduction to Audiology.......................3

SPRING I
4. SPA 330 Communication Science.........................3
5. SPA 340 Normal Development and Disorders of Speech and Language.........3

SUMMER I
 6. EDU 203 Introduction to Special Education......................3
7. SPA 364 Articulation and Voice Disorders........................3
8.SPA 401 Fluency Disorders................................................3

FALL II
 9. SPA 439 Neurology and Speech Pathology.....................3
10. SPA 467 Language Disorders............................................3

SPRING II
 11. EDSP 431 Serving Individuals with Disabilities and Their Families..........3
12. SPA 365 Advanced Audiological Assessment....................................3
13. SPA 400 Assessment of Communication Disorders..........................3

SUMMER II
 14. SPA 345 Seminar in Clinical Procedure..................................................2
15. SPA 441 Clinical Practicum.................................................................6

 

Masters of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology

Students graduating with a Master of Arts degree in speech-language pathology from Nevada State College will be prepared to accept professional opportunities in health care facilities, community clinics, nursing homes, private practice, administrative positions and a variety of educational settings.

This program offers a full range of courses in speech-language pathology leading to a license in speech pathology from the State of Nevada and Clinical Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), once accreditation is achieved.

The program combines classroom instruction, study of research-to-practice and practical experiences in a variety of settings and may be completed in two years*. This includes one semester of clinical internship in medical and educational settings. Internships are available in sites such as hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, agencies, private clinics and educational facilities.

*Will take longer for those with a bachelors degree in other fields due to prerequisite requirements.

Curriculum

Masters Level Courses........................... 45 credits