About Speech-Language Pathology
Gain the knowledge and clinical experience to support individuals with communication and swallowing disorders.
Viterbo’s Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology is a year-round, 58-credit program completed in five or nine semesters. Students combine face-to-face coursework with supervised clinical experiences in local schools and health care settings while studying speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing disorders. Mentorship from ASHA-certified professionals prepares graduates for certification and careers supporting individuals with communication disorders.
Program Highlights:
- 100% Post-Graduation Employment Rate
- 400+ Clinical Hours
- High Praxis Pass Rates
- Advanced Clinical Simulation Lab
- Traditional (full-time) or Flex-Scholar (part-time) options
Available Degrees
Careers in Speech-Language Pathology
Viterbo graduates go on to become
- School-Based Speech-Language Pathologists who support students' academic success and social communication within K-12 environments.
- Medical SLPs specialized in treating complex swallowing and cognitive-communication disorders in acute care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing facilities.
- Birth-to-Three Providers who deliver essential early intervention services and family-centered coaching within the natural home environment.
- Private Practice Clinicians providing tailored, diagnostic, and therapeutic services to individuals across the lifespan in outpatient settings.
100% Post-Graduation Employment
100% Program Completion Rate
400+ Clinical Hours
Why study this program at Viterbo?
Two-Year Program with Clinical Experience
Full-time students complete the 59-credit master’s in five semesters through face-to-face coursework paired with supervised clinical experiences in local schools and health care facilities, gaining training in assessing and treating a range of communication disorders across the lifespan.
Preparation for Certification and Licensure
Our program meets the requirements for the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) and Wisconsin state licensure for medical and/or educational practice as a speech-language pathologist.
Focus on diverse communities
Build knowledge and skills for compassionate patient and family-centered care with coursework that includes Deaf culture and care for diverse populations.
Speech-Language Pathology Faculty
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