Master's in Speech-Language Pathology
If you’re pursuing a rewarding career helping individuals overcome communication challenges, continue your journey with Faulkner University’s Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology program.
5
Program Semesters - Full Time RESIDENTIAL AND ONLINE
66
Total Credits
400+
Supervised Clinical Clock Hours
Master's in Speech-Language Pathology Program Overview
*We are still accepting applications after the CAS system closes. To apply, email chsadmissions@faulkner.edu
Admission Requirements, Program Structure, Leveling Courses, and Specialized Training
Our Master of Arts or Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology program is designed to provide flexibility while maintaining academic excellence and focusing on professional preparation. Below are key details about admissions, program structure, and specialized training:
Admission Requirements
- CSDCAS Application
- Letter of Introduction - submitted through CSDCAS; the letter should answer the following prompt: In 1-2 pages, explain what inspired you to pursue a career in speech-language pathology. Share any relevant academic and clinical experiences that have prepared you for this field and describe why you think our program is a great fit for your personal and professional goals.
- Official academic transcripts from all previously attended institutions- submitted through CSDCAS
- Academic transcript indicating an earned bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution - submitted through CSDCAS
- Evidence of successful completion of academic coursework in the following areas:
- Statistics
- Biological science
- Physical science (physics or chemistry)
- Social/behavioral science
- Completion of a CSD/SLP undergraduate degree or completion of leveling program/coursework from an accredited institution that includes instruction in:
- Normal language development
- Phonetics
- Anatomy and physiology of speech and hearing
- Speech science
- Phonological and articulation disorders
- Language disorders
- Audiology
- **All SLP pre-requisite courses must be taken within 10 years of the admission cycle year unless the applicant has been working in the field of SLP. All courses must be from an accredited institution.
- Cumulative Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher and SLP GPA of 3.0 or higher as calculated by CSDCAS. **At the discretion of the Admissions Committee, related courses completed during post-baccalaureate work related to the field may be considered in lieu of cumulative undergraduate GPA.
- Three letters of recommendation (at least 1 must be from academic faculty) - submitted through CSDCAS. *Program may waive the requirement for academic faculty recommendation for applicants.
- Completed 25 guided Observation Hours signed by an ASHA Certified SLP, who is qualified to supervise.
- Completion of the Supplemental Information, Attestations, and Essential Functions Form. https://www.faulkner.edu/supplemental-information-attestations-and-%20essential-functions-form/
- Interview as determined by admissions committee.
- ** Upon admission to either modality of the Master's SLP program, students will be required to pay a $500 deposit to secure their seat in the cohort for that year. This deposit is non-refundable.
International Students
In addition to the above admission requirements, the MA/MS SLP program requires the following items from international students:
- TOEFL 100 iBT score or IELTS 7.5 overall score for applicants whose native language is not English
- Affidavit of Support for each individual source of funding
- Bank Statements that support each source of funding
- Copy of Valid Passport
For additional information, contact CHSAdmissions@faulkner.edu
For more information, please contact:
CHS Admissions
5445 Atlanta Highway
Montgomery, AL 36109-3398
334-386-7152
CHSAdmissions@faulkner.edu
Financial Aid
Faulkner’s Financial Aid Office is happy to assist you with financing your education.
Academic Program for Residential and Online Master of Speech Language Pathology
Both the residential and online modalities of the graduate programs in speech language pathology (SLP) are designed to be completed in 5 semesters. The Comprehensive Exam is administered at the end of semester 4. Students enter each August as a cohort, and progress through the program together.
Students have the option to choose the MA track or MS track. The academic coursework and clinical experiences are identical for both tracks. The only difference between the two tracks is the type of project the student completes in SLP 6381/6382 Research Experiences. All students, regardless of track, will be required to sit and pass their comprehensive exam. Also, the Comprehensive Exam requirement is waived for students on the MS track in terms of degree requirements. Distance education students must report for a required 1 week on-ground immersion session the Summer between their first and second year.
MA Track
The Master of Arts track is for students who are interested in learning how to apply research literature in clinical settings, but not necessarily interested in conducting their own personal research. Students on the MA track will complete an Evidence Based Practice Portfolio during SLP 6381/6382 Research Experiences. Students are also required to pass the Comprehensive Exam to graduate.
MS Track
The Master of Science track is for students who want experience in conducting research. Students on the MS track will complete a thesis, which involves developing their own research study under the guidance of a thesis committee. Upon completion of the thesis, students will submit for publication in a journal or submit for presentation at ASHA and/or SHAA. Due to the complex nature and extra time commitment for completing a thesis, the Comprehensive Exam requirement is waived as a degree requirement for students on the MS track; however, students are required to sit for the comprehensive exam as preparation for the Praxis.
Graduation Requirements
MA/MS SLP Graduation Requirements
- Complete all required courses with a grade of “B-” (80%) or higher*
- Minimum GPA for graduation is 3.0 or higher
- Minimum of 375 clinical clock hours (plus 25 observation hours)
- Passing grade on Thesis (MS track) or EBP Project (MA track)
- Passing score on Comprehensive Exam (MA track only)
- Passing grade on SLO 5 Portfolio
- Meet ASHA’s Standards I-V for CCC-SLP per the Standards for CCC-SLP Tracking Form
Residential Modality Structure
The full-time residential SLP program is five (5) semesters of academic coursework, clinical practice and internships. In the first three semesters of the program (Fall 1, Spring 1, Summer 1), the student takes four academic courses per semester and completes a clinical practicum in the Faulkner Center for Therapy and Research on Faulkner’s campus. The Comprehensive Exam is also administered at the end of semester 4. In the final two semesters of the program (Fall 2 and Spring 2), the student completes two internships (one with pediatrics and the other with adults) at a hospital, medical center, clinic, nursing home or school anywhere in the country. The student also completes their portfolio (MA track) or thesis (MS track), as well as two 1-hour asynchronous didactic courses. The course sequence is illustrated below..
Course Sequence
| Course # | Course Name | Credit Hour |
| Year 1: Fall Semester | ||
| SLP 6320 | Advanced Speech Sound Disorders | 3 |
| SLP 6351 | Neurogenic Disorders 1 | 3 |
| SLP 6360 | Dysphagia – Adult | 3 |
| SLP 6280 | Research Methods | 2 |
| SLP 6391 | Clinical Methods and Practicum 1 | 3 |
| Year 1: Spring Semester | ||
| SLP 6310 | Advanced Language Disorders in Children | 3 |
| SLP 6330 | Voice and Resonance Disorders | 3 |
| SLP 6365 | Dysphagia - Pediatric | 3 |
| SLP 6352 | Neurogenic Disorders 2 | 3 |
| SLP 6392 | Clinical Methods and Practicum 2 | 3 |
| Year 1: Summer Semester | ||
| SLP 6205 | Augmentative and Alternative Communication | 2 |
| SLP 6215 | Autism and Social Communication | 2 |
| SLP 6270 | Aural Habilitation and Rehabilitation | 2 |
| SLP 6240 | Fluency Disorders | 2 |
| SLP 6393 | Clinical Methods and Practicum 3 | 3 |
| Year 2: Fall Semester | ||
| SLP 6991 | Internship (off-campus) | 9 |
| SLP 6381 | Research Experiences (off-campus) | 3 |
| SLP 6101 | Praxis Preparation | 1 |
| Year 2: Spring Semester | ||
| SLP 6992 | Internship (off-campus) | 9 |
| SLP 6382 | Research Experiences (off-campus) | 3 |
| SLP 6120 | Professional and Contemporary Issues in SLP | 1 |
| Total Credits | 66 |
All students (MA track and MS track) must take all courses in the following sequence.
Faulkner University provides a variety of clinical experiences to help students become highly-skilled and well-rounded clinicians.
Residential Clinical Experience
Semesters 1, 2, and 3
During the first three semesters in the program, students will complete a clinical practicum on campus in Faulkner’s brand new, state-of-the-art Center for Therapy and
Research. Here, students receive one-on-one clinical supervision, training, and mentoring from our experienced clinical educators. as well as two 1-hour asynchronous didactic courses. The course sequence is illustrated below.
Semesters 4 and 5
During the final two semesters in the program, students will complete 2 internships- one in an adult setting and one in a pediatric setting. Students are given the opportunity to request internship sites that match their personal career goals. For example, a student who wishes to work on a craniofacial team can request an internship in a children’s hospital, or a student who wishes to work with adults in post-acute rehabilitation can request an internship in a rehabilitation hospital. Since students do not take any academic courses on campus during these semesters, they are free to pursue internships anywhere in the country. These personalized internships are a key feature of our SLP program because they allow students to build professional networks and gain the specialized experience needed to shape their career path.
Online Modality Structure
The full-time online SLP program is structured much like the residential program, offering the same curriculum in the same sequence, but can be completed from anywhere in the country. Our online modality offers flexibility in location and is a combination of synchronous and asynchronous class time.
An orientation similar to the residential students will be offered virtually prior to starting the program, and students will be required to attend a mandatory 1 week on-ground immersion session the Summer between their first and second year (i.e., at the end of semester 3), during which any labs or activities which were not able to be performed online will be completed. Comprehensive exams will be administered remotely at the end of semester 4. The student will also complete their portfolio (MA track) or thesis (MS track) during this time, as well as two 1-hour asynchronous didactic courses. The course sequence is illustrated below.
Course Sequence
| Course # | Course Name | Credit Hour |
| Year 1: Fall Semester | ||
| SLP 6320 | Advanced Speech Sound Disorders | 3 |
| SLP 6351 | Neurogenic Disorders 1 | 3 |
| SLP 6360 | Dysphagia – Adult | 3 |
| SLP 6280 | Research Methods | 2 |
| SLP 6391 | Clinical Methods and Practicum 1 | 3 |
| Year 1: Spring Semester | ||
| SLP 6310 | Advanced Language Disorders in Children | 3 |
| SLP 6330 | Voice and Resonance Disorders | 3 |
| SLP 6365 | Dysphagia - Pediatric | 3 |
| SLP 6352 | Neurogenic Disorders 2 | 3 |
| SLP 6392 | Clinical Methods and Practicum 2 | 3 |
| Year 1: Summer Semester | ||
| SLP 6205 | Augmentative and Alternative Communication | 2 |
| SLP 6215 | Autism and Social Communication | 2 |
| SLP 6270 | Aural Habilitation and Rehabilitation | 2 |
| SLP 6240 | Fluency Disorders | 2 |
| SLP 6393 | Clinical Methods and Practicum 3 | 3 |
| Year 2: Fall Semester | ||
| SLP 6991 | Internship (off-campus) | 9 |
| SLP 6381 | Research Experiences (off-campus) | 3 |
| SLP 6101 | Praxis Preparation | 1 |
| Year 2: Spring Semester | ||
| SLP 6992 | Internship (off-campus) | 9 |
| SLP 6382 | Research Experiences (off-campus) | 3 |
| SLP 6120 | Professional and Contemporary Issues in SLP | 1 |
| Total Credits | 66 |
Faulkner University provides a variety of clinical experiences to help students become highly-skilled and well-rounded clinicians.
Online Clinical Experience
Semester 1
Students will gain clinical experience through the completion of approximately 25 Simucase hours under the direct supervision of Faulkner faculty. Students will be assigned a variety of clinic populations across the lifespan, including culturally and linguistically diverse populations. Every week, students will have a supervisory conference with their clinical supervisor to debrief, review, and discuss the assigned Simucases. Students will also gain experience in clinic writing by completing assessment reports, plans of care, and SOAP notes for every Simucase assigned.
Semesters 2 and 3
Students during semesters 2 and 3 will be placed in external sites such as schools, medical centers, nursing homes, private clinics, etc. Each student will be responsible for helping the Online Clinic Team identify potential sites in their geographic area; however, final placement decisions will be made by the Online Director of Clinical Education (DCE) following a comprehensive review of all relevant factors. External sites should be selected with consideration of availability of culturally and linguistically diverse populations. Students are required to be on site approximately 8-12 hours a week, with the goal of approximately 5 direct client hours a week.
Semesters 4 and 5
Students will complete two full-time internships, one with adults and one with pediatrics, with a requirement of at least 32 to 40 hours on-site per week based on supervisor schedule. Each student will be responsible for identifying potential sites in their geographic area. Students must submit 5 potential adult sites and 5 potential pediatric sites to the Online Clinical Team. This is to ensure the Online DCE has ample time to reach out and initiate contracts with each site prior to the following Fall when full-time internships begin. Students are directly supervised by their on-site supervisor during both of these semesters, with additional check-ins with the Online DCE.
Course Descriptions
SLP 6101 Praxis Preparation: This course prepares students to sit for the certification exam in speech language pathology, the Praxis II-SLP. The course consists of individual student work in each content area assessed on the Praxis exam.
SLP 6120 Professional and Contemporary Issues: Professional issues in speech-language pathology, which include resume writing, interviewing skills, along with
contemporary issues, such as counseling, cultural competency, and ethical conduct.
SLP 6205 Augmentative and Alternative Communication: Overview of types of AAC, including low-tech and high-tech assessment, device selection, funding/reimbursement, and intervention procedures.
SLP 6215 Autism and Social Communication: Advanced study of autism spectrum disorder. Course will include an in-depth study on identification and diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of autism spectrum disorder.
SLP 6270 Aural Habilitation and Rehabilitation: Diagnosis and treatment of hearing-impaired children, including those with traditional amplification and CI. Therapeutic management of older persons with acquired hearing disorders. Psychosocial aspects of hearing loss in children and adults, including counseling of the hearing-impaired and their families.
SLP 6280 Research Methods: Introduction to the scientific method, research study designs, and the research process. Will include introduction research study development and ethics in research. Procedures for locating and critical reading of published research for integration into EBP.
SLP 6310 Advanced Child Language Disorders: Disorders involving semantics, morphology, syntax, and pragmatics in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Pre-linguistic and paralinguistic communication. Social communication. Diagnostic and therapeutic models for language disorders.
SLP 6320 Advanced Speech Sound Disorders: Advanced study of phonological/articulation development and disorders in children. Assessment, classification, analysis, and remediation of speech sound disorders.
SLP 6330 Voice and Resonance Disorders: Anatomical and physiological bases for voice and resonance disorders. Quantitative and qualitative assessment measures. Therapeutic approaches for children and adults.
SLP 6340 Fluency Disorders: Theoretical bases, evaluation procedures, and therapeutic techniques in the treatment of various types and degrees of stuttering and cluttering across the lifespan. Psychosocial aspects of stuttering in children and adults, including counseling of patients and their families.
SLP 6351 Neurogenic Disorders I: Focus on the role of the pyramidal and extrapyramidal motor systems in speech production and speech disorders related to abnormalities in these motor systems. Neurological bases and clinical management of the dysarthrias and verbal apraxia.
SLP 6352 Neurogenic Disorders II: Aphasia and neurolinguistic science, including the related disorders of dementia and right hemisphere pathologies. Neurological bases/causation. Assessment and treatment of aphasia and related disorders.
SLP 6360 Dysphagia-Adult: Anatomical and physiological bases of normal and disordered swallowing in adults. Evaluation and treatment of swallowing disorders, including clinical bedside studies, MBSS and FEES.
SLP 6365 Dysphagia-Pediatric: Anatomical and physiological bases of normal and disordered feeding/swallowing development in infants and children. Role of developmental delays and sensory processing disorders in pediatric feeding/swallowing disorders. Assessment and management strategies for feeding/swallowing disorders in infants and children.
SLP 6381 Research Experiences in Speech Language Pathology I: Individual work on selected research problems leading to completion of a capstone research paper or thesis. The instructor will oversee all phases of research, from identifying a problem to writing conclusions.
SLP 6382 Research Experiences in Speech Language Pathology II: Individual work on selected research problems leading to completion of a capstone research paper or thesis. The instructor will oversee all phases of research, from identifying a problem to writing conclusions.
SLP 6391 Clinical Methods and Practicum I: Supervised clinical practicum in the university clinical center for diagnostic and therapeutic experience with individuals who exhibit communication disorders. The experience may include assessment, treatment planning, direct treatment provision, report writing and patient/parent counseling. Includes weekly discussion with instructor of principles/methods of prevention, assessment, and intervention, EBP, ethical issues, multilingual/multicultural concerns, current healthcare/education trends, SPED law, healthcare law, service delivery models, ASHA policies/guidelines, certification/licensure requirements, and constructive feedback of student clinical skill progression. Completion of this course with a "B" or higher is required to progress to SLP6393.
SLP 6392 Clinical Methods and Practicum II: Supervised clinical practicum for diagnostic and therapeutic experience with individuals who exhibit communication disorders. The experience may include assessment, treatment planning, direct treatment provision, report writing and patient/parent counseling. Includes weekly discussion with instructor of principles/methods of prevention, assessment, and intervention, EBP, ethical issues, multilingual/ multicultural concerns, current healthcare/education trends, SPED law, healthcare law, service delivery models, ASHA policies/guidelines, certification/licensure requirements, and constructive feedback of student clinical skill progression. Completion of this course with a "B" or higher is required to progress to SLP6393.
SLP 6393 Clinical Methods and Practicum III: Supervised clinical practicum in the university clinical center for diagnostic and therapeutic experience with individuals who exhibit communication disorders. The experience may include assessment, treatment planning, direct treatment provision, report writing and patient/parent counseling. Includes weekly discussion with instructor of principles/methods of prevention, assessment, and intervention, EBP, ethical issues, multilingual/ multicultural concerns, current healthcare/education trends, SPED law, healthcare law, service delivery models, ASHA policies/guidelines, certification/licensure requirements, and constructive feedback of student clinical skill progression. Completion of this course with a "B" or higher is required to progress to SLP6991/6992.
SLP 6991 Internship-Pediatric: Internship in a selected medical center, hospital clinic, private clinic, community agency or public school. The internship provides the student with an intensive, professional, clinical experience under direct supervision of a qualified and certified SLP.
SLP 6992 Internship-Adult: Internship in a selected medical center, hospital clinic, private clinic, community agency, or nursing home. The internship provides the student with an intensive, professional, clinical experience under direct supervision of a qualified and certified SLP.
Online Leveling Courses
For those who do not have an undergraduate degree in SLP/CSD, seven courses in SLP will be offered for those non-traditional students who would like to pursue a MA/MS SLP degree. To enroll in the leveling courses, you can apply HERE. Course offerings are completely online and asynchronous. The courses will include:
- SLP 2310 Language Development
- SLP 3310 Phonetics
- SLP 3320 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing
- SLP 3370 Introduction to Audiology
- SLP 4310 Language Disorders Across the Lifespan
- SLP 4320 Speech Sound Development and Disorders
- SLP 4340 Speech and Hearing Science
Students may also elect to take their biological science, physics or chemistry, and social/behavioral science online as well. These courses will follow the following schedule:
Fall/Spring Course Sequence (2026-2027)
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Fall 2026 |
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Module |
Courses Taught |
Term Dates |
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Module 1 |
SLP 2310 Language Development |
8/17/26-10/11/26 |
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SLP 3320 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing |
8/17/26-10/11/26 |
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Module 2 |
SLP 3310 Phonetics |
10/12/26-12/6/26 |
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SLP 4340 Speech and Hearing Science |
10/12/26-12/6/26 |
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Spring 2027 |
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Module 1 |
SLP 3370 Introduction to Audiology |
1/11/27-3/7/27 |
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SLP 4320 Speech Sound Disorders |
1/11/27-3/7/27 |
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Module 2 |
SLP 4310 Language Disorders |
3/8/27-5/2/27 |
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Guided Observation and Clinical Procedures |
3/8/27-5/2/27 |
Spring/Summer Course Sequence (2027)
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Spring 2027 |
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Module |
Courses Taught |
Term Dates |
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Module 1 |
SLP 2310 Language Development |
1/11/27-3/7/27 |
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SLP 3320 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing |
1/11/27-3/7/27 |
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Module 2 |
SLP 3310 Phonetics |
3/8/27-5/2/27 |
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SLP 4340 Speech and Hearing Science |
3/8/27-5/2/27 |
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Summer 2027 |
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Module 1 |
SLP 3370 Introduction to Audiology |
5/3/27-6/27/27 |
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SLP 4320 Speech Sound Disorders |
5/3/27-6/27/27 |
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Module 2 |
SLP 4310 Language Disorders |
6/28/27-8/22/27 |
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SLP 4110 Observations in Clinical Practicum |
6/28/27-8/22/27 |
Spring/Summer Course Sequence (2026)
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Spring 2026 |
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Module |
Courses Taught |
Term Dates |
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Module 1 |
SLP 2310 Language Development |
1/5/26-3/1/26 |
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SLP 3320 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing |
1/5/26-3/1/26 |
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Module 2 |
SLP 3310 Phonetics |
3/2/26-4/26/26 |
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SLP 4340 Speech and Hearing Science |
3/2/26-4/26/26 |
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Summer 2026 |
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Module 1 |
SLP 3370 Introduction to Audiology |
4/27/26-6/21/26 |
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SLP 4320 Speech Sound Disorders |
4/27/26-6/21/26 |
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Module 2 |
SLP 4310 Language Disorders |
6/22/26-8/16/26 |
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SLP 4110 Observations in Clinical Practicum |
6/22/26-8/16/26 |
Important Information:
- Each 8-week Module starts on Monday and ends on Sunday. Online courses end on Sunday; however, on-ground courses will end earlier as indicated on individual syllabi.
- Students may drop a class with 100% tuition refund through the Sunday following the start of the term.
- Students may drop a class with 50% tuition refund through the second Sunday following the start of the term.
- Tuesday of the 5th week in each term is the last day to drop a class with a grade of “W”.
- Final exams will be held during the last scheduled class in each Module. This date varies for different courses.
- University offices are closed December 21, 2026 – January 3, 2027
Students enrolled at another institution at the time of application may be required to provide a transient form from their home university to complete the enrollment process.
SLP – Specialized Training
Specialized Training
Faulkner’s Master of SLP program will offer three specialized training sessions, which are available to students for a fee. These trainings include Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing, Language Acquisition through Motor Planning (LAMP), and Lee Silverman Voice Treatment – LOUD. These trainings are optional.
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) is a procedure whereby the SLP passes a scope through the nasopharynx, which allows for visualization of the vocal folds. The SLP then administers various food and liquid consistencies to the patient and watches the patient swallow them. Based on these trials, the SLP can then determine if the patient is aspirating or is at risk of aspiration, along with the reason for why this is happening and whether this can be remediated behaviorally. It is important to note that students must be physically present for the training. The cost for the training is approximately $350. Students will receive a certificate after successful completion.
Language Acquisition through Motor Planning (LAMP) is a treatment approach which has foundations in principles of neurological and motor learning. This method of treatment is designed for severely limited verbal abilities due to apraxia of speech. The cost for training is approximately $130.
Lee Silverman Voice Treatment – LOUD (LSVT LOUD) is a program designed for individuals with Parkinson’s disease to increase vocal loudness, which could subsequently improve speech intelligibility. This training will be offered after the summer semester and will be offered online. Students have 60 days to complete the training. The cost is $295. Students will be certified upon successful completion.
SLP Graduate Handbook
SLP Graduate Fees for 2026-2027
Mission, Vision, and Goals Statement
Faulkner University’s Department of Speech-Language Pathology is committed to preparing students for excellence in clinical practice, research, and service while integrating our Christian views. Our values and goals for the program include:
- Generalist clinicians: The program prepares students to become generalist clinicians with the knowledge and skills needed to manage diverse caseloads competently.
- Scientific approach: The curriculum teaches students to become scientist clinicians who apply evidence-based practice (EBP) principles to every patient they serve.
- Service-oriented practice: The program trains students to use their knowledge and skills to serve individuals with disabilities compassionately and ethically.
- Student outcomes: The program maintains student outcome data to ensure timely graduation and Praxis exam passing rates.
MA/MS Program Student Learning Outcomes for Residential and Online Programs
1. Students will demonstrate knowledge of typical and disordered human
communication and swallowing processes.
2. Students will demonstrate knowledge and skills regarding the prevention,
assessment, and treatment of people with communication and swallowing
disorders.
3. Students will demonstrate knowledge and skills in research methods,
statistics, and the integration of research principles into evidence-based
practice.
4. Students will demonstrate knowledge and skills in professional ethical
conduct, contemporary issues, regulations/policies, and collaboration.
5. Students will use their knowledge and skills to reach out to the local and
global community to be the hands and feet of Christ.
Strategic Plan Focus Area
- Student Success: graduate students successfully complete their program on time, pass the Praxis exam, and gain employment or pursue post-graduate education.
- Professional Development: faculty members regularly attend workshops, conferences, and ASHA Convention to improve their scholarly and teaching skills.
- Research: faculty members regularly engage in scholarly activities by conducting research studies, speaking at conferences, writing/editing textbooks, serving as peer reviewers for scholarly journals, etc.
- Clinical Service: SLP students and faculty members provide quality therapy services to Faulkner Center for Therapy and Research patients and through volunteer efforts to the community.
To request a copy of the MS SLP Program Strategic Plan, email nshears@faulkner.edu.
Accreditation
Faulkner University’s Master of Arts/Science in Speech-Language Pathology residential program is fully accredited, ensuring that graduates meet the highest standards of professional practice. Accreditation guarantees that the curriculum aligns with the requirements set by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and prepares students for state licensure and national certification. This recognition reflects our commitment to academic excellence, ethical practice, and quality education for future speech-language pathologists.
Faulkner University’s Master of Arts/Science in Speech-Language Pathology online program is fully accredited, ensuring that graduates meet the highest standards of professional practice. Accreditation guarantees that the curriculum aligns with the requirements set by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and prepares students for state licensure and national certification. This recognition reflects our commitment to academic excellence, ethical practice, and quality education for future speech-language pathologists.
Choose Faulkner University’s Speech Language Pathology Program
Apply to Faulkner University’s speech-language pathology program today to continue your education toward becoming a speech-language pathologist. As a Christian liberal arts institution, we integrate faith and learning to prepare graduates who serve with compassion and integrity.
Students benefit from accredited programs, expert faculty, and a curriculum aligned with ASHA standards for certification and licensure. To learn more, you can request more info or explore our course catalog for our online SLP program.
Faculty/Staff Profiles
Nicole Shears
Program Director, Associate Professor
Stephanie Collum
Assistant Program Director, Associate Clinical Professor
Shauna Ashley
Assistant Professor
Sharon Brock
Associate Clinical Professor
Julie Clark
Assistant Professor, Assistant Online Director of Clinical Education, Online Faculty
Andrea Etkie
Assistant Professor, Online Faculty
Morgan Estes
Associate Professor, Online Faculty
Olivia Hall
Administrative Coordinator
Amy Hatcher
Director of Clinical Educaton, Clinical Assistant Professor
Emily Lambert
Assistant Professor, Online Faculty
Emily Linck
Assistant Professor, Online Faculty
Magaly Ramirez
Online Director of Clinical Education, Assistant Professor
Kristy Taylor
Assistant Professor, Online Faculty
Kelly Witcher
Clinical Coordinator