Why Study Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology?
Looking to mix personal interactions with a career in health services, teaching, or the sciences? Minoring in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology is the best way to prepare yourself for grad school and your career in the allied health professions: you could be a speech-language pathologist or audiologist, an ESL teacher or a sign language interpreter, a special education teacher or rehabilitation counselor.
Why Study Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology at MMC?
The Communication Sciences and Disorders Department offers practical experience at the undergraduate level, including on-site practicums with real patients and clients, small classroom size and individualized learning, dedicated advising from faculty for students, and exposure to preparatory learning for post-graduate level learning and careers. The program also offers several internship opportunities in partnership with the NYC Department of Education, the CUNY system, and Reading Partners. Our dedicated faculty members will help students further their learnings at MMC with research opportunities and teaching assistantships.
What You Will Learn
- Effectively demonstrate knowledge of a range of normal, different, and disordered functions of the human communication system, across varied cultural contexts.
- Exhibit critical thinking and problem-solving skills in behavior, speech, and writing across genres.
- Demonstrate scientific literacy as it pertains to the human communication system by engaging in tasks such as research, and clinical and field-related practice.
Careers and Outcomes
Our students’ hands-on education prepares them for success across many growing disciplines. Our students head to various graduate-school programs for professional degrees or join the workforce following graduation. Faculty and staff work to match student talents and interests with the right path. Careers can include:
You’ll also find helpful career resources at the Center for Health, Human Development, and Creativity, a transdisciplinary hub for students interested in health-related fields. It supports you through your educational and professional journey, connecting you to internships, research opportunities, and more.
The Ruth Smadbeck Communication and Learning Center
The Center provides free services to the community and is an invaluable educational asset for students in MMC’s Communication Sciences and Disorder programs. Students in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology obtain on-site observation, training, and supervision — training rarely available at the undergraduate level.
Learn more about the Ruth Smadbeck Communication and Learning Center