Communicative Disorders and Sciences MA

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The graduate curriculum in speech-language pathology covers various aspects of communication, with an emphasis on communicative disorders. Included are courses on normal processing and research methods, as well as on the etiology, symptomatology, prevention and remediation of disorders of speech, language, and hearing. The programs also allow students to qualify for New York State licensure needed to practice in the medical and educational settings. Students in the MA program in speech-language pathology also can qualify for New York State certification for teachers of students with speech-language disabilities.

Required Core (38 credits)

CDS 525LEC - Clinical Processes Credits: 2
CDS 564SEM - Lang Disorders in Adults Credits: 3
CDS 528LEC - Neural Basis of Communication Credits: 3
CDS 563SEM - Language Disorders in Children Credits: 3
CDS 502LEC - Evaluating Clinical Change Credits: 3
CDS 670SEM - Augmentative Communication Credits: 3
CDS 560LEC - Voice Disorders Credits: 3
CDS 565LEC - Language Disorders in the School-Age Population Credits: 3
CDS 575LEC - Dysphagia Credits: 3
CDS 640LEC - Motor Speech Disorders Credits: 3
CDS 526LEC - Current Professional Issues in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology Credits: 3
CDS 522LEC - Disorders Diagnosis Credits: 3
CDS 529LEC - Aural Rehabilitation Credits: 3
CDS 580LEC - Speech Path in Schools Credits: 3
(Required for students seeking NYS Teacher Certification) or Grad Elective

Elective Course Options:

Non-CDS courses limited to 6 credits.

CDS 544LEC - Phonological Disorders: Diagnosis and Management Credits: 3
CDS 549LEC - Cultural and Linguistic Diversity in Communication Sciences and Disorders Credits: 3
CDS 686SEM - Sp Top Credits: 1 - 3
CDS 687SEM - Sp Top Credits: 3
CEP 501LEC - Psychological Foundations of Education Credits: 3
CEP 560LEC - The Psychology of Learning and Instruction Credits: 3
ELP 585SEM - Sociological Bases of Education Credits: 3
LAI 550LEC - Literacy Acquisition and Instruction, Pre-K to Primary Credits: 1 - 3
LAI 551LEC - Childhood Literacy Methods Credits: 1 - 3
LAI 552LEC - Middle Childhood/Adolescent Literacy Methods Credits: 1 - 3
LAI 577LEC - Technology in Special Education Credits: 3

Culminating Experience: Practicum and Externship (12 credits)

CDS 595LEC - Practicum Credits: 1 - 6
CDS 595LAB - Practicum Credits: 1 - 6
CDS 596LEC - Practicum: Speech & Language Pathology 2 Credits: 1
CDS 596LAB - Practicum Credits: 1 - 6
CDS 624LAB - Communication Internship Credits: 1 - 12

Total Credit Hours: 53

3.0 Degree GPA required

Instruction Method

In Person (100 percent of courses offered in person)

Full/Part Time Options

Full Time

Time-To-Degree

2 Years

Application Fee

$75

Special Note

Interested students should apply through the CDSCAS National Application.

Program Contact

Department of Communicative Disorders and Sciences
122 Cary Hall
Buffalo, NY 14214
Email: cdsdept@buffalo.edu
Phone: 716-829-2797

SED Statement

This program is officially registered with the New York State Education Department (SED).

Online programs/courses may require students to come to campus on occasion. Time-to-degree and number of credit hours may vary based on full/part time status, degree, track and/or certification option chosen. Time-to-degree is based on calendar year(s). Contact the department for details.

** At least one of the admissions tests are required for admission. Test and score requirements/exceptions vary by program. Contact the department for details.