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    Communication Sciences and Disorders

    University of Florida
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    Key Facts

    Program Level

    PhD (Philosophy Doctorate)

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Campuses

    Main Site

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake Deadlines9-Jan-2023
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    Duration 5 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    USD 49,908  / year
    Next Intake 9-Jan-2023

    Communication Sciences and Disorders

    About

    Program Information

    The Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences offers a Master of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders. A Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree is offered through the Rehabilitation Sciences Doctor of Philosophy Program: Communication and Swallowing Sciences and Disorders (CSSD) concentration. For more information about a Ph.D. in Speech Pathology and Audiology related topics, see https://rehabsci.phhp.ufl.edu/programs/course-requirements/communication-and-swallowing-sciences-and-disorders-track/

    The Master of Arts program is designed to prepare students for entry-level professional practice in speech-language pathology. The program offers students a comprehensive learning experience – one that combines active classroom-based learning with an assortment of “hands on” learning opportunities at the many clinical sites available on or near the University of Florida campus. Graduates of the program can expect to develop the knowledge and skills that are needed to deliver evidence-based clinical services to a wide range of populations in a variety of clinical settings. The Master of Arts program is primarily oriented toward developing students' clinical competence; however, students who elect to enter the “thesis track” of the program have the opportunity to conduct original research in laboratory and real-world settings under the mentorship of faculty who are widely recognized for their research contributions.

    For more information, please see the department website: http://slhs.phhp.ufl.edu/academics.

    Communication Sciences & Disorders (Ph.D.)

    SLO1
    Communicate theoretical understanding
    Students communicate theoretical understandings and the evidence for them to audiences which may include members with varying degrees of experience and/or expertise

    SLO2
    Evaluate and discuss research
    Students critically evaluate research design and discuss the impact of research findings on relevant theory.

    SLO3
    Supervised Teaching
    Students teach an undergraduate class.

    SLO4
    Grantsmanship
    Students understand the grant mechanisms available to our field and how to write proposals to secure grant funding.

    SLO5
    Publications
    Students produce original data-based research papers suitable for publication in top-tier, peer-reviewed journals. 

    Communication Sciences & Disorders (M.A.)         

    SLO 1    
    Knowledge 
    Students will demonstrate knowledge of speech, language, hearing, and swallowing processes,
    including their biological, neurological, acoustic, psychological, developmental, linguistic, and cultural bases in academic and clinical settings

    SLO 2    
    Knowledge  
    Students will demonstrate knowledge of the principles and methods of prevention, assessment, and intervention for people with communication and swallowing disorders, including consideration of anatomical/physiological, psychological, developmental, social, linguistic and cultural correlates of the disorders, in academic and clinical settings

    SLO 3    
    Skills
    Students will display clinical skills needed to assess and diagnose speech, language, and swallowing disorders

    SLO 4    
    Skills
    Students will apply clinical skills needed to provide efficacious and appropriate intervention for individuals with speech, language, and swallowing disorders

    SLO 5    
    Professional Behavior 
    Students will demonstrate ethical behavior and compliance with the University's rules and policies during interactions with program faculty and staff,
    clients/patients and their families/caregivers, as well as with other professionals

    SLO 6    
    Professional Behavior 
    Students will apply professional knowledge and skills to implement evidence-based assessment and intervention practices that incorporate the needs, values,
    and cultural/linguistic background of the client/patient and/or their caregivers

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Applicants who should complete the SSAR:

    • Attended a high school regionally accredited in the United States for at least three years.
    • Attended a DODEA (Department of Defense Education Activity) school.

    Applicants who should not complete the SSAR:

    • Attended a secondary school located outside the United States for more than one semester.
    • Studied a curriculum that did not follow the standard U.S. system.

    Required: At least three full years of your most recent secondary school transcripts, including courses in progress (grades 9, 10 and 11 + senior schedule) in both the native language of instruction and a word for word certified English translation (if applicable). Unofficial transcripts are accepted electronically via the status Check Status page for the review process, while official transcripts and translations are required upon enrollment.

    English Program Requirements

    All applicants, regardless of citizenship, must demonstrate English proficiency. English proficiency examination results, such as TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo English Test, are encouraged for non-native English speakers, but are not required for freshman admission. SAT or ACT results are required for all freshman applicants.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    USD 49,908 

    How to Apply

    Start by exploring our more than 250 degree programs to determine the application requirements and if additional items, such as transcripts, portfolios or recommendation letters, are needed in your application. Application deadlines also vary by department, so be sure to apply before the deadline.

    Regardless of program, all graduate students apply using the UF graduate school application through CollegeNET. You will select your college and major within the application. Complete the application and pay the $30 non-refundable application fee. Review your application carefully before submission, as changes cannot be made once the application is submitted.

    The Office of Admissions does not provide an application fee waiver. If needed, check directly with the program to which you are applying. Additionally, if your application is not considered because the application deadline is passed, UF will not issue you a refund for the application fee. It is important to know the application deadlines for the intended major.

    If you are applying to more than one program, you must complete an application for each program and pay the non-refundable application fee

    Official test scores must be sent to UF electronically by the testing agency.

    GRE

    Review your program requirements to determine if GRE scores are needed. Most applicants must submit GRE scores, but some programs in the College of the Arts do not require these. When using electronic delivery, select school code 5812 (University of Florida). UF does not superscore the GRE.

    GMAT

    All MBA applicants must submit satisfactory scores on the Graduate Management Admissions Test. GMAT scores may also be accepted by certain MHA, Sport Management, and Food and Resource Economics programs. Contact individual departments for specific requirements. When ordering your scores from GMAC, select the department you intend to apply to here at the University of Florida.

    Fundamentals of Engineering

    Some engineering programs will accept FE scores as a substitute for the GRE. Contact individual programs for requirements.

    Exemptions

    Applicants with a previous graduate or professional degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution may be exempt from the Graduate Record Exam or Graduate Management Admission Test at the program's discretion.

    Verifying Receipt of Scores

    Requested scores generally arrive to UF within 2-4 weeks

    Send your transcripts to the UF Office of Admissions.

    For the purpose of initial review, the Office of Admissions accepts unofficial transcripts. These can be uploaded through your Application Status page.

    Applicants who receive an offer of admissions should arrange to have official transcripts sent to the UF Office of Admissions from each postsecondary institution attended. If you attended UF as your postsecondary institution, you do not have to order a transcript from the Office of the University Registrar. Official transcripts can be sent to UF in two ways: paper transcript received by UF in a sealed envelope or electronic transcripts sent from your institution directly to UF, which can save up to two weeks response time. UF accepts electronic transcripts through FASTER, Parchment, National Student Clearing House, ScribbleSoft, e-Scrip Safe, Credential Solutions, SCOIR or Transcripts Plus.

    All academic credentials become property of the university. They will not be returned to you or forwarded to a third party. For diplomas and academic credentials that are only issued once, please send an attested or certified copy of the original.

    Transcript updates can be found within your Application Status page. Transcripts uploaded or received by mail will display on the Application Checklist as Transcript - Under Review. Once the transcripts are reviewed, these checklist items will be removed, and the Awaiting Transcript checklist items will be updated accordingly. We process transcripts as quickly as possible. The Admissions Office prioritizes the review of transcripts needed for students to register for the current term.


    Pursuant to Florida Statute, your application requires inclusion of all post-high school education and employment, as well as information about ongoing international affiliations and research funding. Ensure this information is included on your curriculum vitae (CV) or résumé that is uploaded within your graduate application.

    If the program of interest requires recommendation letters, these should be submitted electronically through the admissions application. You must request these recommendations prior to submitting your application. You cannot add or delete recommendations once your application has been submitted. If your recommendation is supplied by paper or PDF, check with your academic program to inquire if this will be accepted.

    You can check the receipt of materials by the Office of Admissions on the Check Status page. This page will only reflect information concerning materials forwarded directly to the Office of Admissions and does not include materials that are required to be sent directly to your academic unit.

    Approximately 24-48 hours after submitting your online application, your 8-digit UF Identification Number (UFID) will be available on the status of your application. Use the same username and password used to submit your CollegeNET application.

    Your UFID is unique to you and should be used in all email communication and any subsequent applications submitted. If you do not use your UFID in communications and submissions, it is difficult for us to match your test scores, transcripts, and financial aid information to your academic record.

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