SLPA Undergraduate Certificate
Get certified to assist a speech-language pathologist.
Overview
Our program prepares students to meet the SLPA qualifications set by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and Oklahoma Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (OBESPA) so that they can go on to support SLPs in a variety of settings, including schools, hospitals, nursing homes, day care centers, and private practice.
Our program requires a bachelor's degree to be completed or in progress. Students receive 100 clinical contact clock hours through externships at a variety of clinic centers around Oklahoma. Clock hours can be completed in as little as 1-2 months.
This online program requires __ credits of coursework outlined below, followed by an in-person off-campus internship (practicum). Most online classes meet asynchronously but there may be some synchronous options. Credit from in-person equivalent courses can be applied to the certificate. CDIS majors need only add the practicum credits to complete the certificate with their degree.
Coursework
Required Courses Online Offering:
3 CDIS 2313: Intro to communication disorders Spring
3 CDIS 2223: Speech and language development Spring
3 CDIS 3313: Phonetics Spring
3 CDIS 3113: Communication disorders in children Fall
Prereq: 2313 & 2223
3 CDIS 3203: Anatomy and physiology of the speech mechanism Fall
Prereq: Biol 1111, 1113, or 1114
3 CDIS 4433: Communication disorders in adults Fall
Prereq: 3203 (can be co-req) & 4423 (can be waived)
3 CDIS 4010: Clinic Practicum for SLPAs
Internship - Fall or later:In-person internships are arranged by our coordinator and can be done in any US location
21 credits total
In addition, the following general education courses (or their equivalents) are required:
- Biology
- Physics
Elective :
In addition, the following general education courses (or their equivalents) are required:
- Biology
- Physics
Admissions Requirements and Deadlines
Comprehensive admission requirements for online, freshman, international and readmission students can be found through OSU Undergraduate Admissions. Prospective transfer students can refer to our college credit transfer guides.
Cost and Assistance
Tuition and fee details are available on the OSU Office of the Bursar site.
Tuition and Fees Estimator
Cost estimates do not include textbooks or exam proctoring fees. Cost will vary if coursework is not fully completed online.Active-duty military may qualify for resident tuition rate.Full Disclaimer
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