The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders teamed up with Bridges to Adelphi to prepare eight students for internship interviews at the Northwell Health network.
Communication Disorders Major
Prepare for a fulfilling career making a difference in the lives of children and adults with communication disorders.
Why Earn a Degree in Communication Disorders?
Gain pre-professional training in speech-language and hearing disorders. While most students go on to earn a graduate degree and become speech-language pathologists or audiologists, others pursue careers in education or special education, linguistics, science, healthcare, or administration.
Why Major in Communication Disorders at Adelphi?
- Benefit from hands-on experience in clinical practice and research at the on-site Hy Weinberg Center for Communication Disorders, something few other universities offer.
- Receive personal attention from distinguished faculty, who are relentlessly dedicated to supporting student success.
- Join a thriving on-campus community of like-minded individuals with countless opportunities for professional development, networking and community service.
What Can You Do with a Degree in Communication Disorders?
大多数学生继续攻读研究生学位,成为语言病理学家或听力学家。其他人从事教育或特殊教育、语言学、科学、医疗保健或行政管理方面的职业。
Certification Information
Our program provides the opportunity to work toward one or more of the following certifications to expand your career opportunities:
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
- New York state licenseto practice speech-language pathology or audiology in New York
- Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD)—also offeringbilingual option
Exceptional Hands-On Learning
Develop your clinical skills at theHy Weinberg Center for Communication Disorders,a full-service speech and hearing center for individuals of all ages, abilities and ethnicities. Here you will have the opportunity to observe and work with clients diagnosed with aphasia, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, delayed language development, autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, articulation disorders and more.
Our Research Labs
我们鼓励学生参与正在进行的研究项目,我们的七个研究实验室专注于语音语言病理学和沟通障碍。
Program Info
Application Requirements
To apply for this program, submit the appropriate application requirements:
Transformative Educational Opportunities
All undergraduate students have the opportunity to apply for the following programs to expand their educational landscape:
- The Honors College– fostering intellectual perspectives and critical skills
- Levermore Global Scholars– preparing students to become global thinkers and leaders
- Study Abroad– providing opportunities to experience another culture and see the world from a new perspective