COURSE CURRICULUM

The Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology at California State University, San Bernardino is a 60-unit graduate program that prepares students for professional practice as speech-language pathologists. The curriculum combines rigorous academic coursework with extensive clinical training to ensure students develop the knowledge and skills required to assess, treat, and manage communication and swallowing disorders across the lifespan. The program begins with foundational courses in language development, neurogenic disorders, articulation, phonology, and basic research methods, paired with clinical practicums that provide hands-on experience. As students progress, advanced courses and practicums focus on motor speech disorders, dysphagia, voice, resonance, fluency, augmentative and alternative communication, and aural rehabilitation. Cultural and linguistic diversity is integrated throughout the curriculum, ensuring that graduates are prepared to serve diverse populations effectively. In addition to required coursework, students select six units from specialized courses such as counseling tools, directed studies, or special topics in speech-language pathology, allowing for individualized focus based on career interests. The program concludes with a culminating experience, which serves to demonstrate mastery of clinical and academic competencies. With this combination of theory, research, and supervised clinical practice, graduates are well-prepared for professional certification, licensure, and employment in a variety of settings including hospitals, schools, clinics, and private practice. The program also provides a foundation for those interested in pursuing doctoral studies in communication sciences and disorders. Overall, the M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology equips students with the expertise, clinical proficiency, and cultural competence required to meet the complex needs of individuals with communication and swallowing disorders.