The Minor in Speech-Language Pathology provides candidates with an overview of the nature of human communication, including its origin, development and process. Candidates will also be introduced to common communication disorders and their impact on communication across the lifespan. The minor allows students to prepare for graduate study in speech-language pathology.
Note: The affiliated program in communication sciences and disorders through East Carolina University has requirements in addition to coursework required for the Minor in Speech-Language Pathology. Students are advised to contact the College of Health Student Success Center for details.
Students majoring in another subject who wish to minor in speech-language pathology must complete the following requirements.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDSL A201 | Foundations of Communication Disorders | 3 |
| EDSL A301 | Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing | 3 |
| EDSL A302 | Phonetics | 3 |
| EDSL A303 | Language Development Across the Lifespan | 3 |
| EDSL A401 | Phonology and Articulation Development and Disorders | 3 |
| EDSL A402 | Audiology | 3 |
| EDSL A403 | Aural Rehabilitation | 3 |
| Total | 21 | |
A total of 21 credits is required for this minor.