Graduate Certificate in Speech-Language Pathology Assistant at University of Colorado Boulder

Programme overview

Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs) work directly with students with communication challenges in public school settings under the supervision of a fully qualified and nationally certified speech-language pathologist (MA-SLP, CCC). SLPAs have a significant role in enhancing the quality of services for children and adolescents that need support for speech, communication, reading and writing. This certificate program provides the opportunity to meet the requirements for SLPA authorization in the state of Colorado only, through the Colorado Department of Education, to work in Colorado public schools.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences | Duration: 24 credit hours | Location: Boulder, CO, United States

Career pathways

Acquisition of this SLPA license in Colorado does not necessarily transfer to all other states and it is recommended students inquire if applicable credentials exist in other states in which they intend to seek employment as an SLPA.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The program is competitive and requires complete applications in electronic format. Preference for in-state students and especially qualified students in rural areas is given. A specific number of seats are reserved for Colorado students who qualify and are sponsored by BOCES to participate in the program. Out-of-state students are considered only if they can arrange a local internship in a public school setting in their own state with a MA CCC-SLP. Required GPA of 3.0 or above.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: 24 credit hours

Apply through the official page: https://www.colorado.edu/graduateschool/admissions

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