Communication Sciences & Disorders Post-Baccalaureate Program
Overview
Transitioning into the into the fields of speech-language pathology, audiology or speech-language pathology assistance without a communication sciences and disorders (CSD) degree takes planning, as all graduate schools require specific courses for acceptance.
The post-baccalaureate CSD program at Gordon is designed for students who have completed a bachelor’s degree in another area and wish to make the transition into these fields. In our 12- to 16-month program, you’ll take courses that are common prerequisites for graduate school and American Speech–Language–Hearing Association certification. Drawing from both the arts and sciences, our faith-based, interdisciplinary approach will ensure you’re well-prepared for admission into graduate school.
Why study communication sciences and disorders at Gordon?
At Gordon we offer an efficient, affordable and accessible path, alongside personalized advising from expert faculty, that you’ll be hard-pressed to find elsewhere.
Gordon is the only Christian college in New England that offers an undergraduate CSD program, so our faculty are well-equipped to ensure you meet all course requirements for graduate school. With a unique integration of faith, ethics and evidence-based practice, you'll be prepared to address the complexities of these areas.
How can I live out my faith in the field of communication sciences and disorders?
Christians who study CSD can minister to the communicative needs of people of all ages by demonstrating God’s love and care for those who struggle and feel unseen. Christians can lead the way in an industry that not only needs professionals but also needs compassionate leaders who combine practical skills with thoughtful care.
| Degree | Post-baccalaureate |
|---|---|
| Program Level | Undergraduate |
| School | Herschend School of Education |
| Program Format | Online |
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Courses
Communication Sciences & Disorders Post-Baccalaureate Program Courses
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Experiential Learning
Gain experience with opportunities like:
- Regular presentations by CSD experts
- Traumatic brain injury panel discussions
- Events with the National Student Speech Language and Hearing Association
- 25+ hours of clinical observations
- Internships with CSD professionals in a school, medical setting or private clinic
- Participation in Gordon College’s Community Tutors
- Connecting with North Shore Christian School, located on campus
- Applying for state licensure as a speech-language pathologist assistant, without further education
Faculty
Faculty
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Gordon faculty are committed teachers, exceptional scholars and catalysts for transformation—both in their fields and in the lives of students they teach.
Careers
Life after Gordon
What careers can I pursue by studying communication sciences and disorders?
Speech-language pathology is consistently named among the top 100 in-demand jobs by the US News & World Report. You could go on to lead a career in a role such as:
- Audiology
- Special education
- Applied behavior analysis therapy
- Occupational or physical therapy
- Recreational or music therapy
- Rehabilitation aide
- Nursing
- Social work
- Radiology technician
- Personal care attendant
- Classroom or teaching assistant
- Patient and family advocate
- Hospital unit coordinator
- Interpreter services
“Gordon's CSD post-baccalaureate program uniquely prepared me for my graduate program in speech-language pathology. . . Within days of starting graduate coursework, I was pulling out materials I created in my Gordon classes as a helpful reference! I felt ready to immediately dive into clinical rotations.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a speech-language pathologist?
Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) have a broad role to prevent, assess and treat communication and swallowing disorders in children and adults. Areas of specialty may include:
- Articulation
- Voice and resonance
- Fluency
- Receptive language and expressive language
- Reading and writing
- Social pragmatics
- Cognitive-linguistic functioning
- Feeding and swallowing
- Aural rehabilitation for the deaf and hard of hearing
- Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)
- Accent modification
- Other communication enhancement
What can I do after the CSD major, minor or post-bacc program?
Upon completion of the program, you may apply for state licensure as an SLP assistant (SLPA) without any further education, as the CSD program at Gordon is made up of the coursework and practicum experience required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. SLPAs typically perform tasks prescribed, directed and supervised by ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs). While SLPAs can work in a wide variety of settings, most are employed in schools or private practices.
How do I become an SLP?
The entry-level degree for a licensed and certified SLP is a master’s degree. The coursework necessary to complete a CSD program at Gordon is made up of classes typically required as pre-requisites to matriculation into a graduate program in SLP at most local and regional accredited college and university programs. So upon completing coursework, you may choose to apply to graduate school. Once you’re a licensed SLP, you may find employment in schools, private practices, hospitals and rehabilitation centers.
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