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There are several options to obtain the practical portion of a speech pathology program. Most of the programs are also connected to local colleges where the practical portion can be completed. Numerous options are available to attain the practical portion of a speech pathology program. You can go to a local college where the practical portion can be finished that is linked with your online school.
International Journal of Speech-Language Pathology was created in 1999.
Yes, "Speech-Language Pathology" should be capitalized as it is a specific field of study and practice.
Most speech-language pathologist jobs require a master's degree. More than 230 colleges and universities offered graduate programs in speech-language pathology accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology. While graduation from an accredited program is not always required to become a speech-language pathologist, it may be helpful in obtaining a license or may be required to obtain a license in some States.
An MSc in Pathology program typically lasts for 1-2 years depending on the university and country. The program involves coursework, research, and practical training in various aspects of pathology.
University of Iowa, Northwestern, and Arizona State are "known" for speech pathology. When looking at a Master's Degree program, it is good to look at the program's course of study, the interest areas of the professors, and the areas of research that the department has produced to see if these are areas of interest for the prospective student. When I am hiring an SLP, it matters little to me where the person went to school. I just want to be sure that they are excellent clinicians.
Online programs in speech path offer Bachelor and Master degrees. While much of the coursework can be undertaken online, most programs do require some residency for completion of the program. Some programs include audiology in the undergrad coursework, which would allow the candidate to purse a license as a speech pathology or audiologist. Graduate programs narrow the specialty and the focus. This site gives an overview of the profession and outlines career paths in the field: http://www.allonlineschools.com/online-education-resource-center/speech-pathology/ You can an associate degree that is similar to an undergraduate degree with online speech pathology programs. You will be licensed to become a pathologist.
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Unfortunately, there is no actual ranking system for pathology residency programs or pathology fellowship programs. However, there is a Pathology Resident Wiki (pathinfo dot wikia dot com) that has a complete pathology residency program directory and pathology fellowship program directory. Another good source of info is studentdoctor dot net.
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