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At SIUE, speech-language pathology and audiology courses provide students the scientific background for understanding communication disorders, including:

Speech and hearing science
Normal processes
Development of speech, language and hearing
Disorders of speech, language and hearing
Assessment methods and procedures in communication disorders

The field of speech-language pathology and audiology is broad, and there are many opportunities to further support and expand student experiences. At SIUE, students are encouraged to pursue minors and take elective courses that will establish a strong science and liberal arts background, which provides a competitive edge in graduate school and in the workforce. Complementary minors include:

Psychology
Linguistics
Foreign language
Health science
And others

What can I do with a degree in speech-language pathology and audiology?

With a projected growth rate of 19% through 2022, certified speech-language pathologists and audiologists are in high-demand and are employed in a variety of settings:

Hospitals
Community clinics
Schools
Private practice
Colleges and universities
State and federal agencies
Rehabilitation centers
Nursing homes

Many of our students choose to continue their education and pursue a graduate degree in speech-language pathology and audiology, which leads to certification and the opportunity to practice as a speech-language pathologist or audiologist.

Students graduating with an undergraduate degree will be prepared for careers in:

Private business and industry

Augmentative and alternative communication sales

Assistive technology
Medical sales
Medical publications
Research
Hearing aid dispensing

Graduates may also be eligible to apply to graduate programs such as applied behavior, college student personnel or social work.