Advanced Speech-Language Pathology (Online), Post-MS Cert (Communication Sciences and Disorders)

Advanced Speech-Language Pathology (Online), Post-MS Cert (Communication Sciences and Disorders) is a program taught at Loma Linda University, USA. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (4 quarters (12 months)) options.

The CMSD Post-Masters Certificate in Speech-Language Pathology is designed for individuals who want to increase their depth of knowledge in speech-language pathology and earn academic credits for career advancement. The program focuses on evidence-based practice, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Students also analyze and synthesize existing research literature and design and conduct a project related to their place of employment.

Program length is 4 quarters (12 months). Certificate completion includes a capstone presentation to disseminate students’ projects. Four courses in the program can be credited toward and used as a ladder into the Speech-Language Pathology Doctorate (SLPD) program, but this is not automatic; students must formally apply and be accepted into the SLPD program.

The minimum requirements for admission in Advanced Speech-Language Pathology (Online), Post-MS Cert (Communication Sciences and Disorders) at Loma Linda University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Loma Linda University.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Loma Linda University as pre-requiste for admission in Advanced Speech-Language Pathology (Online), Post-MS Cert (Communication Sciences and Disorders).

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

• Master's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA)
• Complete the LLU application, including values and personal essays
• Nonrefundable application fee
• Written statement: Essay describing your interests, your professional experience, why you want to pursue the certificate, and why you want to attend LLU
• Provide three letters of recommendation that indicate a strong academic and professional background
• Personal interview

Please check detail of study units at http://www.llu.edu/academics/programs/school-allied-health-professions/advanced-speech-language-pathology-online-post-ms-cert-communication-sciences-and-disorders

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