The Minor in Speech-Language Pathology provides an introduction to the fast-growing field of communication disorders. Students in the minor can complete the required coursework needed to apply to most master’s programs in Speech-Language Pathology and Communication Sciences & Disorders.  The courses in the minor are taught by faculty from several departments with expertise in communication sciences and disorders and related fields. 

Admission to the Minor

The minimum requirements for admission to the minor are as follows:

Evidence of success potential in the program, including transcript showing strong academic performance in undergraduate coursework; personal statement; writing sample; contact information for two references.  Please note that the program takes a holistic approach to the admissions process, considering various candidate qualities, including a student’s personal attributes, past experiences, and future goals, and how those might contribute to a good fit with the program.  Admission to the minor is also contingent on spaces available in the program.

For more information about applying to the minor and application deadlines, please see the program website. 

Please note that if you are planning to apply for a master’s degree program in speech-language pathology or communication sciences and disorders, you must also have completed General Education (GE) coursework in several areas.  Please see the program website for more information. 

Minor Requirements (36 units)

ENG 3310	Child Language and Literacy Development	3
ENG 5210	Introduction to Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology	3
ENG 5220	Language and Speech Science	3
ENG 5250	Child Language Disorders	3
ENG 5260	Phonetics and Phonology	3
ENG 5290	Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech and Hearing Mechanism	3
ENG 5520	Methods and Procedures in Speech-Language Pathology	3
ENG 5530	Fluency and Speech Sound Disorders	3
ENG 5540	Neurology and Neurogenic Communication Disorders	3
ENG 5550	Introduction to Voice Disorders	3
ENG 5560	Cultural and Linguistic Diversity in Speech-Language Pathology	3
ENG 5570	Audiology & Audiometry	3
Total Units		36