Loma Linda University School of Allied Health Professions
Masters of Science degree education program in speech-language pathology

Loma Linda, USA

DEGREE TYPE

MSc

DURATION

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

Sep 2026

STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

Key Summary

About : The Masters of Science degree in speech-language pathology prepares students to address communication and swallowing disorders. This program blends academic coursework with clinical experiences, equipping graduates with the skills needed in various healthcare settings. Students will engage in hands-on learning opportunities that enhance practical understanding of the field.

Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue diverse career paths such as speech-language pathologists in schools, hospitals, or private practices. They may also find opportunities in research, rehabilitation centers, or specialized clinics, focusing on treatment and support for individuals with communication challenges.

The Masters of Science degree education program in speech-language pathology at Loma Linda University is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationThe Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders program prepares students for careers in the profession of speech-language pathology. It provides a basis for graduate study and research at a more advanced level and encourages growth in independence. The clinical services of the department, Loma Linda University Medical Center and affiliated practicum sites provide the opportunity for supervised clinical experiences. These experiences represent the breadth and depth of the profession in a variety of settings.

Upon completion of the program, graduates are eligible for the Preliminary Speech-Language Pathology Services credential (California public schools). They are also eligible for the Temporary License in Speech-Language Pathology (California Department of Consumer Affairs). They are also prepared to seek employment as a Clinical Fellow. This is while working toward the Certificate of Clinical Competence through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association's Council for Clinical Certification.

Full-time students who enter the program with an undergraduate degree in communicative disorders will complete the program in seven quarters of coursework. Students go through the program as a cohort, entering in the fall quarter. Initially, graduate courses are taught in the late afternoon/early evening and one Friday morning per month. This is in the first and second years, including the summer following the first year. All students are required to take clinical practicum (usually one morning or afternoon per week) each quarter. In the winter and spring quarters of the second year. students complete their full-time public-school placement and medical placement.