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Master of Science in
Communication Sciences & Disorders

The Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders program prepares you for clinical or supervisory positions in healthcare and education. Through skillful leadership and individualized instruction, you will develop competency as speech-language pathologists and be prepared to:

• Assess and treat people with mild to severe communication disorders and disabilities such as stuttering, hearing loss, deafness, cleft palate, articulation disorders, voice abnormalities and traumatic brain injury.

• Counsel spouses, families, siblings, and educators on how to work with children and adults who use hearing aids, augmentative and alternative communication systems, and other assistive low or high technology to communicate.

   

The program is based on didactic and field experience courses and incorporates student teaching and intern programs. You will serve people with communication disorders from birth through adulthood during off-site clinical practicum. You may be placed in hospitals, clinics, private practice or schools.

Graduates will be eligible for a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA); a state of California credential in speech pathology; and a state of California license in speech-language pathology.

The College of Educational Studies' Faculty

The College of Educational Studies' nationally recognized and experienced faculty specialize in key areas of communication sciences and disorders. As active researchers, our faculty disseminate their research in various ways, including sole authorship and co-authorship of books and peer-reviewed journal articles. Faculty also present their work at leading national and international conferences.

In the College of Educational Studies, you will find a collaborative spirit the rule rather than the exception as faculty work closely with students, learning together and mentoring them through their clinical fellowship to foster the next generation of scholars.

Program at a Glance

• Cohort model with entry each fall
• A 64 unit-program that can be completed in two years (including summer terms) with 10-12 units of coursework and practicum per semester
• Convenient evening classes allowing students to work during the day
• Requires 400 hours of supervised practicum

Admission Procedures

To be considered for admission, applicants must submit the following:

• Graduate Application
• Supplemental Application to the M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders program;
• Undergraduate degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders or the Post Baccalaureate equivalent (leveling courses);
• Official transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions attended;
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) test scores taken within the last five years;
• Three letters of recommendation, including one from an academic source, which describe your professional and academic abilities;
• A personal essay that will be used to assess the applicant’s writing skills, career commitment and professional goals.
• The deadline is February, 2010.  Please note all application materials must be received by this date in order to be given priority consideration.

Financing your Education

Chapman is an exceptional education value. Explore Chapman’s generous fellowships, scholarship and loan programs to help you get started today. Please contact a financial aid advisor regarding the financial aid opportunities available to you.

Financial Aid Office
714-997-6741
finaid@chapman.edu
www.chapman.edu/finaid

About Chapman University

Founded in 1861, Chapman is one of California’s oldest, most prestigious private universities recognized for its unwavering commitment to academic excellence through collaborative education. Chapman’s mission is to provide a personalized education of distinction that leads to inquiring, ethical and productive lives as global citizens.

Our strength is evident in the success of the university and its students. Chapman has earned a top school ranking in U.S. News and World Report for more than 15 years. We are also listed in the Templeton Guide which recognizes the top 100 institutions that foster character development in the form of value-centered education, personalized instruction and community service.

Chapman University is accredited by, and a member of, the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

About the Program Director

Judy Montgomery, Ph.D.

Judy Montgomery earned her doctorate in education in 1985 from Claremont Graduate University with a major in cognition and language. With 23 years of experience as an educator and administrator in both general and special education, Dr. Montgomery is a full professor at Chapman University, where she teaches at the credential and master’s level.

An active researcher, Dr. Montgomery has written 12 books, 18 peer-reviewed articles, and over 50 other scholarly publications and currently serves as the Editor in Chief of Communication Disorders Quarterly. A board recognized specialist in child language, Dr. Montgomery also presents each year at an international symposium.

In addition to her research, Dr. Montgomery has held the position of president for four national professional organizations that address disabilities studies and two state organizations. She was the president of the 150,000-member American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) in 1995, and now serves as Chair of the Scientific and Professional Board of ASHA. In addition, Dr. Montgomery currently serves as the Global Clinical Coordinator for Special Olympics Healthy Hearing Program based in Washington DC; and she has been a fellow of Cambridge University Inclusive Educators Summer Program.

Contact Information

For additional information about our M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders, please contact:

Lonnise Magallanez
Administrative Assistant, MS in Communication Sciences and Disorders
magallan@chapman.edu
714-516-4598

Judy Montgomery, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
montgome@chapman.edu

For additional admission information, please contact:
Office of Graduate Admission
888-CU-APPLY / 714-997-6711
gradadmit@chapman.edu