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Communication Sciences and Disorders Degree Programs

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Audiology

Ranked #20 in Best Healthcare Jobs by U.S. News & World Report

UofM AuD program ranked #22 nationwide

Primary professionals delivering hearing, balance, tinnitus, hearing devices, and speech perception services for all ages and populations.

Our AuD graduate program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

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Speech Language Pathology

Ranked #3 in Best Healthcare Jobs by U.S. News & World Report

Primary professionals delivering speech, language, and swallowing disorder services for all ages and populations

UofM MA in Speech-Language Pathology ranked #39 (top 15%) nationwide

Our SLP graduate program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

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PhD in Communication Sciences and Disorders

The PhD program is designed to prepare students for academic-research careers in one of three possible areas of concentration:

  1. Hearing Sciences and Disorders
  2. Speech-Language Sciences and Disorders
  3. Neuroscience
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BA in American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf Studies

The BA in ASL and Deaf Studies is a foundational degree that immerses students in ASL, introduces them to Deaf culture and fundamentals of communication and hearing, and prepares them to be advocates of both ASL and Deaf culture. The emphasis on language and culture makes this an extremely flexible credential that prepares graduates for any number of jobs working in contact with the public.

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Our AuD and SLP programs will work with you so that licensure can be obtained in your state of choice.

Accreditation

The Master's of Arts (M.A.) education program in Speech-Language Pathology {residential} and the Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) education program {residential} at the University of Memphis are accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 2200 Research Boulevard #310, Rockville, Maryland 20850, 800.498.2071 or 301.296.5700.

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Licensure

Licensure and certification requirements vary from state to state and are subject to change. Learn more.