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The CSUDH Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) Certificate is a post-baccalaureate program designed for students who plan to apply to graduate schools for degrees in Communication Sciences and Disorders or Speech Language Pathology, including those who have completed a major in a different field. This certificate is necessary in order to apply for graduate school if your undergraduate degree is in a different field.
This program is ideal for individuals who are seeking the foundational coursework required for CSD graduate study. The program鈥檚 primary goal is to prepare students with the academic foundation needed for advanced study.
Topics include:
- Speech and Language Development
- Childhood Language Disorders听
- Relevant Anatomy and Physiology
- Speech Science
- Disorders of Articulation & Phonology
- Audiology and Audiometry
- Aural Rehabilitation
- Phonetic Transcription
- Fluency and Voice Disorders
- Neurology & Neurogenic Disorders
- Clinical Methods and Procedures
- Other topics as required by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the Commission on Teacher Credentialing in California
Future Career Possibilities/Employment Outlook
Once you have your graduate degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders or Speech Language Pathology, speech language pathologists work in a variety of settings working with children or adults, and that offer year-round, 10-month, full-time, part-time, and/or per diem employment including:
- Education settings, including public and private schools, preschools, community colleges, colleges and universities
- Healthcare facilities, including hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, home health care, rehabilitation hospitals, Veteran鈥檚 Administration (VA) Centers, CA County Regional Centers, individual and family services, in-patient and out-patient care centers, and various non-profit centers such as Easter Seals, and John Tracy Centers (pediatric, DHH)
- Other settings, including corporations, physician offices or other allied health practitioners, or in private practice
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Who Should Attend
Individuals who have a desire to become speech language pathologists and/or interested in the field of speech language pathology or communication sciences and disorders.
Program Benefits
- Small class sizes that support individualized instruction, meaningful engagement, and faculty interaction
- Classes offered on weekday evenings and Saturdays, allowing participants to work full time or part time while completing the program
- Cohort-based learning model that promotes collaboration, peer support, and ongoing mentorship throughout the certificate program
- Observation opportunities to observe certificated, licensed, and credentialed speech-language pathologists through the department鈥檚 established community partners, including:
- Private-practice clinical sites
- Early intervention in-home programs
- Non-profit centers serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) communities
- Veterans Administration Medical Centers
- Virtual speech therapy providers
- Local school districts
- Academic and professional advising, with an accessible Program Coordinator who provides guidance on course equivalencies and graduate school admission planning
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CSD Program Features
The CSUDH CSD Post-Baccalaureate Program IS鈥�
- Designed for students who intend to apply to graduate programs in communication sciences & disorders or speech language pathology, including those who have completed a major in a different field.
- Designed to prepare students for graduate school鈥揟hat is our goal.
- This is NOT a Speech Language Pathology Assistant Program.
- In-person, except for one course that is online.
The CSUDH CSD Post-Baccalaureate Program INCLUDES:
- Coursework most commonly required for admission to communication sciences & disorders graduate programs or speech language pathology graduate programs, including the sciences, normal development, disorders (see below), and 25 hours of clinical observation.
- We provide many in-person clinical observation opportunities with our community partners.
- Guidance pertaining to graduate school admissions and programs.
- Guest speakers and presentations from experienced professionals working in the field (e.g., private practice, home health, early intervention, non-profit agencies, public schools, etc.)
- Courses that are each eight weeks long.
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Certificate Course Requirements
Students must complete all 12 required courses with an 80% (B Grade) or higher in order to earn the certificate.
Students must endeavor to earn a grade of B (3.0) or better in each course in order to remain in the program. Only two grades below a B- are permitted.
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CSD Total Program Costs
The program costs听$299/unit. Each course is 3 units, and there are 36 total required units, for a total cost of听$10,764.
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CSD Admission Requirements
Eligibility Requirements
Students should hold a BA/BS in a subject area not related to Communication Sciences and Disorders or Speech Language Pathology from an accredited institution and have minimum 2.5 GPA.
How to Apply
Applications are open from October 1鈥擩uly 1 for Fall admission. Applications are accepted for the Fall term only.听
Applications are accepted online via Cal State Apply:
Official Transcripts
Applicants must provide one (1) official transcript from each post-secondary institution (college or university) attended, including any post-baccalaureate coursework.
Have the transcripts sent electronically from the issuing institution to CSUDH's Office of Admissions & Records: admissions@csudh.edu
If the institution can only mail the transcript, send it to:
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Office of Admissions & Records
1000 E. Victoria St.
Carson, CA 90747
Important: If you have used any names other than the one listed on your Cal State Apply application (e.g., a maiden or former name), be sure to list those names in the Biographic Information section under Personal Information in Cal State Apply. This ensures accurate matching of your transcripts to your application.
Pre-Admission Disclosure for Academic Programs Leading to Licensure or Credentialing
Admission into programs leading to licensure and credentialing does not guarantee that students will obtain a license or credential. Licensure and credentialing requirements are set by agencies that are not controlled by or affiliated with the CSU and requirements can change at any time. For example, licensure or credentialing requirements can include evidence of the right to work in the United States (e.g., social security number or taxpayer identification number) or successfully passing a criminal background check.
Students are responsible for determining whether they can meet licensure or credentialing requirements. The CSU will not refund tuition, fees, or any associated costs, to students who determine subsequent to admission that they cannot meet licensure or credentialing requirements. For information concerning licensure and credentialing requirements students may contact the Program Coordinator, Dr. Raleen A. Miller, at ramiller@csudh.edu or at (310) 243-2424.
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