PURPOSE
The purpose of the Office of Graduate Studies is to assure that
MUW provides high quality graduate programs that will enable graduate students
to have the resources, content, knowledge, and skills in research, technology,
and critical thinking necessary for intellectual growth and leadership
int heir profession. The Graduate Council oversees graduate programs, including
coordinating entrance and exit requirements, approving curriculum offerings
and faculty qualifications, and updating the Graduate Bulletin. In addition,
the Office of Graduate Studies provides a central location for maintaining
graduate student records.
GOALS
The Office of Graduate Studies is designed to:
1. Review and approve graduate program changes in order to maintain
high quality programs.
2. Improve dissemination of graduate program materials.
3. Provide services that attract and retain quality students.
4. Make sure that graduate program requirements are standardized
across divisions.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATE STUDY
Graduate degree programs are offered in gifted studies, health
education, instructional management, nursing, reading/literacy, and speech-language
pathology. Graduate courses in these divisions are numbered 500 or above.
Students may enter these courses by applying for admission to Graduate
Studies.
An undergraduate student at MUW who has an overall 3.0 GPA and
is within nine (9) hours of graduation may receive written permission from
the Division Program Coordinator/Director to take graduate courses.
GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
MUW awards seven graduate degrees: the Master of Arts in Teaching, the Master of Education in Gifted Studies, the Master of Education in Instructional Management, the Master of Education in Reading/Literacy, the Master of Science in Health Education, the Master of Science in Nursing, and the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology. General admission requirements for all applicants to the MUW Graduate Program include:
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year institution.
2. An official transcript of undergraduate academic record. A minimum
3.0 overall quality point average (based on a four point scale) is required
for unconditional admission.
3. Submission of scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Test
scores on the GRE may not be more than five years old at the time of application.
GRE scores will not be used as the sole criterion for admission, but will
be considered in conjunction with other factors.
4. Three letters of professional recommendation stating the student's
qualifications for graduate work from persons (excluding graduate faculty)
who have personal knowledge of the student’s academic/work performance.
5. Certificate of immunization for measles and rubella. MUW graduates
have already satisfied this requirement.
*There may be additional criteria for a specific program of study. Please see individual program requirements.
To insure full consideration for admission for a particular term,
all admission requirements must be met by the date designated by the specific
program. Non-degree students may or may not be accepted into a program.
If students are admitted conditionally because of a low GPA
or low GRE score, they may remove the conditional status by earning at
least 3.0 overall GPA during their first twelve hours of graduate study.
Graduate credits earned while a student holds a conditional status may
count toward the degree program only if all admission requirements are
met within the stated time periods.
For information concerning Mississippi state residence requirements,
see "Undergraduate Admissions" in the catalog.
Mississippi University for Women does not discriminate on the
grounds of race, color, sex, age, or national origin.
GRADUATE ADMISSION PROCEDURES
1. Information regarding graduate study and applications
for admission to Graduate Studies may be secured by writing
Graduate Studies, W-Box 280, Mississippi
University for Women, Columbus, Mississippi 39701 or by downloading
forms from our web site at www.muw.edu/edu_hs/GRAD.
2. Applicants must have official transcripts of all
undergraduate and graduate work from each institution they have attended
sent to the graduate program of
choice. Applicants who have not completed undergraduate degree requirements
at the
time of initial application should
supply official transcripts showing the latest semester of coursework completed.
However,
a complete official transcript
showing all undergraduate work attempted and the degree earned must be
provided prior to
registration.
3. Applicants are urged to complete required examinations
well in advance of their admission.
4. Acknowledgment cards will be sent out periodically
to update completion of admission requirements.
5. An official letter of notification will be sent
to applicants who have been admitted into a program.
6. Applicants who do not enroll in coursework
but who wish to keep their records current should submit a written
request to the graduate program
of choice stating that they would like their application to be kept on
file for
one year after the semester
or summer term indicated for admission.
ADMISSION OF NON-DEGREE STUDENTS
Students who are not pursuing a graduate degree and who wish
to enroll in any graduate course must submit a formal application for admission
and an official transcript to the appropriate Division Program Coordinator/Director
as mandated by SACS and the Board of Trustees. With the approval of the
Division Program Coordinator/Director, non-degree students may be allowed
to count 2 courses (6 hours) toward a degree program, provided they have
made a grade of A or B in the courses.
Students who are not pursuing a graduate degree but are enrolled
in a post-master’s program of study are required to complete the official
admission process and declare a major.
Non-degree students may be conditionally admitted and allowed
to take courses but will not be given credit toward the completion of a
graduate degree without completing the official admission process and declaring
a major program of study.
ADMISSION OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
International students must meet the same admission standards required of other applicants. Copies of transcripts, diplomas, and certificates of all previous academic work must be certified and translated in English. In addition, each international applicant must be proficient in the English language at the time of admission. An official test score of at least 550 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) must be received from the Educational Testing Service. The Test of Written English must be included upon request. Applicants must also submit an official letter of financial backing. International students interested in applying for Graduate Studies should contact Admissions, International Programs Office, MUW Box 1613, Columbus, MS 39701 USA.
ADMISSION TO CANDIDACY
Admission to the Graduate Program does not qualify a student
as a candidate for an advanced degree. Candidacy depends upon approval
of a written request for admission to candidacy. This request should be
filed by the student as described below:
All students desiring admission to candidacy must meet the following
conditions.
1. Complete all requirements for full admission status
to Graduate Studies and to a specific program.
2. Complete a minimum of nine semester hours of graduate
credit at MUW with a minimum overall quality point average
of 3.0 on academic coursework.
3. Submit the completed application for admission
to candidacy to the Graduate Program Coordinator/Director in which the
student is enrolled. Admission
to candidacy must also be approved by the Graduate Program Coordinator/Director,
the
Division Head, and the Coordinator
of Graduate Studies. Students will receive written notification of admission
to
candidacy.
GENERAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
Hour Requirements: All of the semester hours in a student’s program of studies for the master’s degree must be completed in courses numbered 500 or above, which are exclusively for graduate students.
Transfer Credit: A maximum of six semester hours of graduate credit may be accepted for transfer, provided that at the time of coursework completion the transfer institution was accredited by the College Commission or a regional accrediting association; however, no course will be accepted for transfer in which the student has received less than a B.
Residence Requirements: All coursework except six hours of transfer credit must be completed at MUW.
Correspondence Study: No master's degree credit may be earned by correspondence study.
Workshop Credit: Credit for coursework achieved in a workshop may or may not be accepted.
Course Load: The minimum load for a full-time graduate student is nine semester hours; normal full-time load is twelve hours. Students must have written permission from appropriate program coordinator/director to exceed thirteen semester hours in the regular sessions or to exceed six semester hours per term during a summer session.
Time Limitation: A student must complete his or her master's degree within six years from the date of his or her first enrollment in the graduate program.
Thesis Requirements:
1. Thesis Credit - Students who write theses as part of their
Masters program will be required to take 6 hours of variable thesis credit.
Students who do not complete their thesis requirement will be given an
“I” for incomplete and will be required to take 1 hour of thesis credit
(pass/fail) each semester until the Thesis is completed. A student must
complete his or her master’s degree within six years from the date of his
or her first enrollment in the graduate program.
2. Thesis Approval - The completed thesis must be approved by
the Graduate Program Coordinator/Director three weeks before the time of
the student's graduation.
3. Binding and Distribution of Thesis - The original and three
copies of the approved thesis bearing original signatures of the examining
committee must be submitted to Graduate Studies for binding no later than
five days before the date of graduation. The original and one copy will
be retained for the college library, and one copy will go to the student's
major department. The student will receive one copy. The binding fee is
paid to the Comptroller by the student. The cost for each Thesis is $25.00.
Comprehensive Examination: Each student must pass a comprehensive examination covering his or her major field as a requirement for the master's degree. The comprehensive examination may be written and/or oral, and must be completed at least ten days before the date of graduation.
SCHOLASTIC REQUIREMENTS
Grading System and Grade Requirements: Graduate degree credit is granted only for graduate level courses in which the student's grade is A, B, or C. However, the student must earn a minimum 3.0 GPA on all academic courses included in his or her approved degree program and a minimum 3.0 GPA on all graduate courses attempted. No more than six semester hours of graduate credit evaluated as C may be applied toward a graduate degree.
Retention in Graduate Degree Program: A student who does
not maintain a 3.0 overall GPA in all academic courses in which he or she
is enrolled will be placed on academic probation. A student on academic
probation who fails to achieve an overall 3.0 GPA during his or her next
semester, or twelve hours of work taken consecutively, will be excluded
from Graduate Studies as a degree candidate.
A student who has been notified that he or she is to be excluded
for academic reasons may request a review of his or her case through the
Coordinator of Graduate Studies.
Grade of I: An incomplete grade must be removed within a period of one year or it will become an F. The only exception will be in the case of an I received while conducting thesis research.
Withdrawal From the University: A student may withdraw from a course or Graduate Studies during a semester or summer session with the consent of the Program Chair. The designation of W or WP/WF is made according to the academic calendar.
Dismissal From Graduate Programs: Unsafe practice or unethical, illegal, or unprofessional conduct is cause for dismissal. Students dismissed for these causes will not be eligible for readmission. Notification of dismissal will be communicated to Graduate Studies and this information may be used in admission decisions for other programs on campus.
DISCLAIMER
The regulations concerning degree requirements are made in good
faith by Graduate Studies as a protection to the student and to the University
to ensure quality of graduate education. The University reserves the right
to change degree requirements as necessary without prior notice.
GRADUATE GUIDELINES: ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
Mississippi University for Women is committed to maintaining an atmosphere of intellectual integrity and academic honesty. Students enrolled in Graduate Programs at Mississippi University for Women agree to uphold the highest standards of honesty. Violation of the Honor Code (Student Handbook, 2000-2001, p. 65) is serious and subject to disciplinary action.
1. Purpose
1.01 The purpose of these Guidelines is to
establish written standards for what constitutes academic dishonesty by
graduate
students and the consequences of such behavior.
1.02 This policy is necessary for the protection
of ideas, words, and works of students, faculty, authors, and others both
published and not published.
2. Review
2.01 The Graduate Council shall review these Guidelines by February 1 of each year.
3. Criteria
3.01 Academic dishonesty is defined as fraudulent
behavior that entails some form of deception whereby one’s work or the
work of others is misrepresented. This definition is purposively broad
and allows for inclusion of falsification and
plagiarism (Federal Register 53:181, 1988). Any student who is a party
to academic dishonesty is equally guilty
whether having given or accepted assistance.
3.02 Any graduate student’s work/paper submitted to faculty for evaluation is subject to these Guidelines.
3.03 The Graduate Council defined the above
mentioned serious infractions of dishonesty as follows:
Falsification
is defined as taking credit for work done by antoher.
Examples include but are not limited to:
a. Giving or using prohibited written and/or oral information during tests,
quizzes or examinations.
b. Stealing, buying, selling or any other use of an examination before
it has been administered.
c. Copying ideas or facts from another’s paper or work.
d. Obtaining or giving specific information which will be on a current
test before the test is administered.
e. Deceitfully altering any assignments or the instructor’s markings.
f. Copying or writing computer programs for another student.
g. Substituting for another person during an examination or allowing such
substitution for oneself. (M.U.W. Student
Guide, 2000-2001, p. 65-66)
h. Reporting nonempirical obtained data as empirical data.
i. Reporting false data as to clinical experiences, hours, or clinets.
Plagiarism
“(from a Latin word for ‘kidnapper’) is defined as the presentation of
someone else’s ideas or words as
your own” (Fowler & Aaron, 1989, p. 572).
Examples include but are not limited to:
a. Copying a phrase, a sentence, or a longer passage from a source and
passing it off as your own.
b. Summarizing or paraphrasing someone else’s ideas without acknowledging
your debt.
c. Handing in as your own work a paper you have bought, had someone else
write, or copied from another source.
d. Failing to place quotation marks around another author’s words.
e. Omitting a source citation for another’s idea.
Fowler & Aaron, 1989, p. 572
4. Prevention
4.01 The statements relating to these Guidelines
will be distributed to graduate students at the beginning of their program
of
study.
4.02 The statements relating to these Guidelines can be found in either the student handbook, the graduate bulletin, or both.
5. Procedures for Complaint
5.01 Written documentation of the charge must
be completed by the faculty member who makes the supposition that a
violation of honesty has occurrence.
5.02 The faculty member must counsel with the
graduate student about the problem. If the graduate student and the faculty
member agree as to the nature of the violation and the consequence, no
further action is needed.
5.03 If the graduate student disagrees with
the faculty member’s accusation, documentation by both the faculty member
and
the student must be completed and forwarded to the Program Director/Coordinator.
The graduate student must
schedule a meeting with the Program Director/Coordinator, the faculty member,
and the graduate student.
5.04 The faculty member, graduate student,
and Program Director/Coordinator will meet within five class days after
the
accusation of a dishonesty violation. If resolution is not achieved, the
faculty member and the graduate student must
schedule a meeting with the Division Head. The Program Director’s documentation
must be submitted to the Division
Head prior to this scheduled meeting.
5.05 The Division Head, the faculty member,
and the graduate student will meet within five class days after the meeting
with
the Program Director. If resolution is not achieved, the graduate student
may appeal the decision.
5.06 The graduate student has the option of
appealing the decision to the Academic Standards Board (see MUW Policy
Statement 5603).
6. Consequences
6.01 Graduate students are in unique leadership
roles and ultimately may have a great impact on society. Therefore
academic dishonesty brings into question the professional character and
behavior of the individual(s). Thus, the
consequences for academic dishonesty will be set as either a failure in
the assignment, a failure in the course in which
the violation occurred, or expulsion from the University.
6.02 Graduate Nursing students’ consequence for academic
dishonesty will be set as expulsion from the program of study.
This consequence is acceptable as these students possess a current license
to practice and are subject to the offense of
“fraud or deceit” found in the Mississippi Nursing Practice Law 73-15-29.
FINANCIAL AID/SCHOLARSHIP ASSISTANCE
Graduate Studies currently offers financial aid/scholarship assistance
as follows:
1. Graduate Assistantship (Check with your
program coordinator/director for information about applying.)
2. Partial Scholarship Assistance (Check with
your program coordinator/director for information about applying.) Partial
scholarships may be awarded
for up to one-half tuition but are not guaranteed. A new application must
be submitted each
semester. Scholarship assistance
shall be limited to courses 500 and above and for no more than the total
hours required
for completion of degree
sought. Scholarships cannot be awarded until a student has completed all
requirements for
admission to Graduate Studies.
Students who are currently on academic probation are not eligible to apply.
If a student
withdraws from classes after
receiving graduate scholarship assistance, scholarship assistance will
be automatically
terminated for those classes
and must be repaid by the student before reapplying for Graduate partial
scholarship
assistance. The deadline
for submitting this form is two months prior to the day of registration
for the semester the student
is seeking financial assistance.
GRADUATE PROGRAMS IN EDUCATION
PURPOSE
The Graduate Programs in Education provide high quality, advanced
professional development and leadership training for teachers, which will
strengthen their theoretical knowledge, their practice, and increase their
accountability for student learning. This reflects the University’s mission
of professional education with an emphasis on academic and leadership preparation.
PROGRAMS
The conceptual framework for the graduate programs in education
is based on the five core propositions of the National Board for Professional
Teaching Standards. The related belief statements that follow each core
proposition further characterize our advanced programs in education.
The Graduate Programs in Education are: Master of Arts
in Teaching, Master of Education in Gifted Studies, Master of Education
in Instructional Management, and Master of Education in Reading/Literacy.
Progression in Program
1. Graduate student makes formal application
for admission and provides transcripts of all undergraduate work, GRE
scores, 3 letters of recommendation,
and proof of immunization. (Praxis I and Praxis II (content area only)
required for
MAT applicants.)
2. Graduate student in consultation with advisor
works out proposed program of study.
3. After completion of 9 semester hours with
a minimum GPA of 3.0, student who has been admitted conditionally for low
GPA or low GRE must meet
with advisor to determine if admission status needs to be upgraded.
4. Graduate student must meet with advisor
prior to registration to secure approval for courses to be taken in a given
semester.
5. Graduate student must submit an official
transcript of courses taken for transfer credit before the last semester
of course
work. No more than 6 hours
with minimum grade of B may be transferred.
6. Withdrawal from a graduate class should
be done through the advisor and approved by the Division Head.
7. Pre-registered graduate student must complete
registration process at date and time designated by the university. Failure
to complete registration
process will result in student being dropped from the class.
8. When a graduate student has completed a
minimum of 9 semester hours toward requirements for a degree and has a
GPA of 3.0 (which includes
no more than 6 hours with a grade of C), the review for Candidacy Form
should be
completed and submitted
for approval.
9. All requests for modifications to the Candidacy
Form must be made by the student in writing and addressed to the
Program Coordinator for
approval. Once the modification(s) has been approved, the student may proceed
with courses
as planned.
10. A minimum of 15 semester hours must be completed after
admission to candidacy.
11. Before graduation all graduate students will submit
a professional portfolio to the Coordinator of Graduate Programs in
Education. For August graduates,
portfolios are due the first day of the second summer session and will
be returned by
the last day of the second
summer session. For May and December graduates, portfolios are due one
month prior to
graduation. Students are
advised to keep a copy of all contents for their own records.
12. At the beginning of last term or semester, a student
must submit a written request to the Coordinator of Graduate
Programs in Education to
take the Comprehensive Examination.
13. The Comprehensive Examination will be given in Room
211, Education/HS Building. Testing is usually scheduled as
follows:
First Wednesday
of May
Last Monday
of July
First Wednesday
of December
Please confirm
date, time, location, and other pertinent information.
14. Graduate student needs to meet with advisor to confirm
completion of requirements for graduation, i.e., all admission
requirements have been satisfied,
transcripts of transfer credit, comps taken, program of study completed,
3.0 GPA, and
no grades of “I” remaining.
15. Student must apply for graduation with the Registrar’s
Office (See Academic Calendar for deadlines).
16. If a student fails to meet requirements for graduation,
the student must reapply for graduation with the Registrar’s Office.
Revised Regulations for Expulsion from Graduate Education Programs:
1. A student must maintain a B average.
2. Only two Cs are allowed in the program.
A student who earns more than two Cs must retake one of the courses before
the internship and earn
a B or A if he/she wishes to remain in the program.
3. A student who earns a D must retake the
course and earn a B or A if he/she wishes to remain in the program. The
student
may not continue in the
program until he/she has retaken that specific course. This option is available
only once.
4. A student who earns an F will automatically
be removed from the program.
MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING
The Master of Arts in Teaching degree provides college graduates
with:
1. an alternative opportunity to teach in Mississippi
secondary schools (7-12);
2. mentoring and support for those who wish
to teach in Mississippi secondary schools; and
3. The coursework, knowledge base, and field
experiences needed to be licensed, successful secondary school teachers
PROGRAM OF STUDY
Twelve hours of MUW coursework are required for a class A certificate.
Thirty-six hours are required for a Master of Education degree. A maximum
of six semester hours of approved course work may be transferred. The minimum
load for a full-time student is nine hours; normal load is twelve hours
per semester to be applied toward the Masters only. Evening classes (4:30
to 7:15 p.m.) are available during the fall and spring semesters. MAT students
must have been employed by a school district within a forty mile radius
of MUW for one year prior to completion of the twelve hour program.
Admission Requirements
Students requesting admission to the Graduate Program in Master
of Arts in Teaching must fulfill the following:
1. Meet all criteria for admission to Graduate
Studies.
2. Passing scores on Praxis I and Praxis II
(Content Area Only).
3. Have 21 hours of undergraduate or graduate
credit in the content area of licensure (must have grades of “C” or above).
CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS
Pre-Teaching Required Courses (taught the summer before the Internship):
ED 538 Understanding Individual Learning Differences
(3 credits)
ED 548 Methods and Materials for Teaching Diverse
Learners (3 credits)
Upon completion of the above courses (6 hours) and passing scores on Praxis I and Praxis II (content area only), candidates will be eligible for a special Mississippi alternate route license which is good for three years.
INTERNSHIP PHASE
To complete the Internship Phase, candidates must hold a teaching
position. If a teaching position is not obtained, candidates may continue
only with core courses in the graduate program.
ED 549 Instructional Assessment Practices and Procedures
(3 credits)
ED 566 Internship (3 credits)
Upon completion of the above courses (12 hours) and passing scores on Praxis I and Praxis II (content area only), candidates will be eligible for a standard class A Mississippi license.
CORE COURSES FOR AA LICENSURE
ED 498 Instructional Technology (3 credits)
ED 500 Educational Research (3 credits)
ED 520 Foundations of Education (3 credits)
ED 551 Managing the Instructional Environment (3
credits)
ED 552 Curriculum Development (3 credits)
Plus 6 credits of electives at the level of 450 or above related to teaching area or graduate level education classes.
Upon completion of all the above courses (36 hours), candidates will be eligible for a standard AA Mississippi license.
The following are areas in which MAT Certification can be obtained:
| Art Education | German | Physical Education |
| Biology | Home Economics | Physics |
| Business Education | Industrial Arts Education | Social Studies |
| Chemistry | Marketing | Spanish |
| English | Mathematics | Speech Communication |
| French | Music Education |
Admission to the graduate program is competitive. Students who wish to enter the program must have completed the application process at least four weeks prior to the date of enrollment.
MASTER OF EDUCATION IN GIFTED STUDIES
PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY
The philosophy for the graduate program in Gifted Studies is
based upon the belief that educators who work specifically with gifted/talented
students should hold a Master's degree in the field and should develop
a variety of special competencies for teaching this population. The professional
standards jointly agreed upon by the two national governing bodies of gifted
education, The National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) and The
Association for the Gifted (TAG), state that degree programs with a major
emphasis in gifted education should be offered only at the graduate level.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Students requesting admission to the Graduate Program in Gifted
Studies must fulfill the following:
A. Meet all criteria for admission to Graduate
Studies.
B. Have a satisfactory score on the GRE.
C. Have an overall GPA in undergraduate academic
courses of 3.0 (2.75 for conditional admission).
ADMISSION DATES
Admission to the graduate program in gifted studies is competitive.
Students who wish to enter the program must have completed the application
process at least six weeks prior to the date of enrollment.
CURRICULUM OBJECTIVES
I. Cognitive
A. Demonstrate knowledge of nature and needs of the
gifted/talented by developing appropriate goals and objectives for the
gifted individual.
B. Use principles of inquiry, discovery, questioning,
creative thinking, etc., to develop higher level thinking skills in advanced
content areas.
C. Utilize strategies that encourage and develop
problem solving skills and leadership skills.
D. Develop instructional alternatives which accommodate
the special needs of all gifted/talented populations (achievers,
underachievers, culturally
different, handicapped, etc.).
E. Use educational assessment data to determine
gifted students' areas of interests, strengths, levels of achievement,
and
learning styles.
F. Utilize strategies that accommodate individual
group needs and interests.
G. Use appropriate resources to meet special
needs of gifted/talented students.
H. Use varied teaching strategies effectively.
I. Utilize available evaluation instruments
in assessing the program.
J. Develop/adapt materials appropriate
for gifted/talented students.
II. Affective
A. Assist students in developing a sense of
personal worth, including setting and evaluating academic and personal
goals.
B. Provide an environment that gives the students
opportunities to reach their maximum potentials and to take pride in their
natural abilities.
C. Assist gifted students in developing skills
in social interaction.
D. Provide opportunities for students to develop
and/or refine leadership skills.
E. Serve as communicator, interpreter, and
advocate between parents, school, community and the gifted.
F. Model behaviors that nurture enthusiasm
for the learning process.
MASTER OF EDUCATION IN GIFTED STUDIES REQUIREMENTS
The graduate program in Gifted Studies builds on the knowledge
and skills that were acquired at the baccalaureate level. Gifted Studies
coursework and practical experiences are designed to prepare the graduate
student to recognize and meet the unique cognitive and affective needs
of gifted students. Graduate students in Gifted Studies must take a minimum
of 36 semester hours of graduate coursework in the following areas: Core
Courses, Studies of the Gifted, and Electives.
The Core Courses include (1) Educational Research in which students
learn how to conduct research and use research findings; (2) The Professional
Role of the Teacher in which students focus on leadership development as
they learn skills in collaboration, advocacy, public relations, grant-writing,
and writing for publication; (3) Foundations of Education in which students
examine the historical and philosophical foundations of education as well
as the forces impacting schools today; and (4) Curriculum Development in
which students analyze the theoretical bases and practical applications
of curriculum.
Studies of the Gifted focus on advanced knowledge and skills
necessary for the specialized role of teacher/coordinator of gifted programs.
Graduate students have the option of completing a teaching internship,
which involves university-supervised instruction of gifted students, or
a thesis, which involves independent research of an issue related to education
and a paper appropriate for professional presentation. Electives include
courses that extend knowledge and skills in subject areas and/or instructional
technology.
The master's degree in Gifted Studies provides special advanced
training and leadership experiences for professionals who are committed
to more purposeful and comprehensive programming for gifted students. The
faculty of the graduate program also believe that information concerning
gifted students is beneficial to all teachers, administrators, parents,
counselors, and other interested persons.
In addition to the general degree requirements and curriculum
requirements noted below, the student must successfully complete the following:
1. A minimum of 36 semester hours of approved
graduate credit.
2. Thesis or the Teaching Internship (with
curricular materials).
3. A comprehensive examination with a written
component.
CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS
Core Courses 12 Hours including:
ED 500 EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH
ED 514 THE PROFESSIONAL ROLE OF THE
TEACHER
ED 520 FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION
*ED 552 CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
Studies of the Gifted 15-18 Hours including:
*ED 516 UNDERSTANDING GIFTED POPULATIONS
*ED 517 METHODS, MATERIALS AND RESOURCES FOR TEACHING
THE GIFTED
ED 515 LITERATURE FOR THE ADOLESCENT
ED 530 COUNSELING THE GIFTED STUDENT
ED 594 ATYPICAL POPULATIONS OF THE GIFTED
*ED 595 PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT AND EVALUATION
ED 596 CAPSTONE: TRENDS AND ISSUES IN
GIFTED STUDIES
Select one:
ED 597 THESIS
*ED 598 INTERNSHIP IN EDUCATION
* Courses required for the add-on certification in Gifted Education (K-12).
Electives 3-6 Hours: Selected enhanced courses, numbered 500 or higher, in special subject areas or instructional technology. Electives must be approved by the student's advisor. Independent Study in the content area is limited to 3 semester hours.
MASTER OF EDUCATION IN INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT
The Master of Education degree in Instructional Management provides
K-8 teachers and others interested in curriculum a graduate program that
focuses on innovative approaches to meeting the instructional needs of
diverse learners. Graduate students in Instructional Management must take
a minimum of 36 semester hours of graduate coursework in the following
areas: Core Courses, Studies in Instructional Management, and Electives.
The Core Courses include (1) Educational Research in which students
learn how to conduct research and use research findings; (2) The Professional
Role of the Teacher in which students focus on leadership development as
they learn skills in collaboration, advocacy, public relations, grant writing,
and writing for publication; (3) Foundations of Education in which students
examine the historical and philosophical foundations of education as well
as the forces impacting schools today; and (4) Curriculum Development in
which students analyze the theoretical bases and practical applications
of curriculum.
Studies in Instructional Management focus on individual differences,
cultural and systemic factors influencing schools and classrooms, effective
management of learning environments, innovative approaches to assessment,
and collaboration and partnerships with parents, educators, and community
members. Graduate students have the option of completing a teaching internship,
which involves university-supervised instruction of students in a non-traditional
setting, or a thesis which involves the independent research of an issue
related to education and a written presentation of the findings. Electives
include courses that enhance knowledge and skills in subject areas and/or
instructional technology.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Students requesting admission to the Graduate Program in Instructional
Management must fulfill the following:
A. Meet all criteria for admission to Graduate
Studies.
B. Have a satisfactory score on the GRE.
C. Have an overall GPA in undergraduate academic
courses of 3.0 (2.75 for conditional admission).
CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS
Core Courses 12 hours including:
ED 500 EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH
ED 514 THE PROFESSIONAL ROLE OF THE TEACHER
ED 520 FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION
ED 552 CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
Studies in Instructional Management 18 Hours including:
ED 538 UNDERSTANDING INDIVIDUAL LEARNING DIFFERENCES
ED 548 METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR TEACHING
DIVERSE LEARNERS
ED 549 INSTRUCTIONAL ASSESSMENT PRACTICES
AND PROCEDURES
ED 551 MANAGING THE INSTRUCTIONAL ENVIRONMENT
ED 554 COLLABORATION
ED 592 CAPSTONE IN INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT
Select one:
ED 597 THESIS
ED 598 INTERNSHIP IN EDUCATION
Electives 3 hours: Selected enhanced courses, numbered 500 or higher, in special subject areas or instructional technology. Electives must be approved by the student’s advisor.
MASTER OF EDUCATION IN READING/LITERACY
The master’s program in Reading/Literacy focuses on the integrated connections among all the literacies (reading, writing, speaking, listening, and more recently, viewing and technology) as a foundation for understanding the various content areas. The program is designed for licensed teachers who wish to enhance their professional preparation in the field of reading/literacy and/or prepare for other responsibilities in education, such as school reading coordinator. The conceptual framework for this graduate program is based on the five core propositions of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. Candidates who complete this program will earn AA licensure in Reading, grades K-8 or 7-12.
PROGRAM GOALS
1. To provide continued intellectual growth and leadership
preparation for in-service educators seeking advanced
professional development
in the Reading/Literacy area.
2. To provide a personalized learning environment
for graduate students interested in a broad perspective of diversity
including language, culture,
gender, and learning exceptionalities of all types.
3. To provide a service to the community and state
in supporting the goals of the Mississippi Reading Initiative.
4. To provide add-on licensure in Reading for those
completing the program.
PROGRAM OF STUDY
A minimum of thirty-six hours is required. A maximum of six semester
hours of approved course work may be transferred. Evening classes (4:30
to 7:15 p.m.) are available during the fall and spring semesters. For curriculum
information call (662) 241-7760.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
1. Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited
college or university
2. Current Teaching License
3. Satisfactory quality point average (3.0 GPA on
a 4.0 scale)
4. Satisfactory score on the GRE
5. Professional recommendations from individuals
(excluding graduate faculty) who have knowledge of the student’s
academic/work performance
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 36 HOURS:
Core Courses (Required): 12 Hours
ED 500 EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH
ED 514 PROFESSIONAL ROLE OF THE TEACHER
ED 520 FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION
ED 552 CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
Studies in Reading/Literacy (Required): 21 Hours
ED 513 FOUNDATIONS OF READING LITERACY
ED 518 EARLY READING LITERACY DEVELOPMENT
(K-8)
ED 519 WORD STUDY: PHONICS, SPELLING, AND
VOCABULARY
ED 531 CAPSTONE: EFFECTIVE READING LITERACY
PROGRAMS
ED 561 READING LITERACY ASSESSMENT
ED 563 READING LITERACY INTERVENTION
Select One:
ED 597 THESIS IN READING LITERACY
ED 598 INTERNSHIP IN READING LITERACY
Electives (Select One): 3 Hours
ED 515 LITERATURE FOR THE ADOLESCENT
ED 527 READING ACROSS THE CURRICULUM (7-12)
ED 529 TECHNOLOGY AND READING LITERACY INSTRUCTION
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH EDUCATION
PURPOSE STATEMENT
The purpose of the Master of Science in Health Education is to
provide high quality instruction and research at the graduate level. The
degree seeks to provide graduate students with the skills and knowledge
to become professionals in the field of Health Education. This purpose
relates to the MUW mission by providing general and specialized education
for a diverse population of students with an emphasis on women’s health
issues. The program seeks to enhance the well being of MUW students, faculty
and staff as well as the citizens of Columbus, Lowndes County and the surrounding
areas through cooperative efforts and partnerships.
PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY
The graduate program in Health Education functions to provide
students with instruction in practical and research experiences necessary
to become a practitioner or educator in the field of public health education.
The program emphasizes health-related social and behavioral changes in
the community, school, and/or workplace settings. Sample courses include
foundations of health education, epidemiology, and theories of health behavior,
as well as selected courses from the Division of Nursing or the Division
of Education. In these courses students learn to conduct diagnostic needs
assessments, plan, implement, and evaluate health education interventions
for patients, schools, or communities. The final phase of the student’s
work is completion of an internship or a thesis.
The program is NCATE certified. Students completing this degree
are eligible to take the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) exam
given each year in this region. The program meets Mississippi State Department
of Education’s for ‘AA’ Teaching Certification. The program adheres to
the competencies of the National Commission for Health Educaiton Credentialing.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Students requesting admission to the Graduate Program in Health
Education must fulfill the following:
A. Meet all criteria for admission to Graduate
Studies.
B. A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited
four-year institution, preferably in a health related area.
C. Have a satisfactory score on GRE.
D. Have an overall GPA in undergraduate academic
courses of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (2.75 for conditional admission).
E. Interview with the Program Coordinator.
F. Three letters of recommendation, one of
which must address the candidate’s academic preparation.
CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS (36 Total Hours Required)
Core Requirements (18 Hours):
General Requirements - 9 Hours
HKH 501 FOUNDATIONS OF HEALTH EDUCATION
HKH 510 THEORIES OF HEALTH BEHAVIOR
HKH 511 RESEARCH METHODS IN HEALTH EDUCATION
*Non-Teaching Track Requirements - 9 Hours
HKH 512 HEALTH PROGRAM PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION
HKH 513 HEALTH PROGRAM EVALUATION
HKH 514 INTRODUCTION TO EPIDEMIOLOGY
*#Teaching Track Requirements - 9 Hours
ED 520 FOUNDATIONS IN EDUCATION
ED 538 UNDERSTANDING INDIVIDUAL LEARNING DIFFERENCES
ED 552 CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
Elective Requirements (12 Hours): Must include one course from each of the following four areas.
Physical Activity Component
HKH 520 PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND DISEASE PREVENTION
(3 Hours)
Behavioral Component
HKH 530 STRESS MANAGEMENT (3 Hours)
**FHD 470 HEALTH, DRUGS AND CHEMICAL DEPENDENCIES
(3 Hours)
Nutritional Component
** FN 499 SELECTED TOPICS IN NUTRITION (3
Hours)
Special Issues Component
NU 510 SEMINAR IN GERONTOLOGICAL ISSUES (3
Hours)
NU 515 CULTURAL/ETHICAL SEMINAR (3 Hours)
NU 517 WOMEN’S ISSUES (3 Hours)
NU 518 SEMINAR IN PEDIATRIC ISSUES (3 Hours)
NU 519 ALTERNATIVE THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTIONS
(3 Hours)
ED 514 THE PROFESSIONAL ROLE OF THE TEACHER
(3 Hours)
HKH 490 GENDER ISSUES IN HEALTH (3 Hours)
HKH 592 INDEPENDENT STUDY (3 Hours)
Thesis or Internship Requirements - 6 hours
HKH 598 INTERNSHIP IN HEALTH EDUCATION (6
Hours)
HKH 599 MASTER’S THESIS IN HEALTH EDUCATION
(6 Hours)
* Students will choose either the teaching or non-teaching track
depending on professional goals.
**Must be taken for graduate credit.
*# Students must hold or obtain a Mississippi “A” Teaching Certificate
or the equivalent to be awarded the Mississippi “AA” Teaching Certificate
upon completion of the program.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING
PURPOSE STATEMENT
The purpose of the Master of Science in Nursing Program is to
prepare advanced practice nurses by expanding and refining knowledge and
competencies of baccalaureate education incorporating the experiential
background of the professional nurse. This purpose relates to the Mission
of the University by providing a professional education which supports
advanced knowledge and skills through the process of role mastery. The
educational process is guided by three foci: primary care; advanced practice;
and theory and research. The diversity of care incorporated in the clinical
experience is culturally sensitive and individualized. Inherent in the
preparatory process is leadership with emphasis on accountability and self-evaluation
for continuing scholarship, professional growth and excellence in practice.
PHILOSOPHY
See Philosophy under Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
The Philosophy for the Graduate Program builds upon this philosophy.
The Graduate Nursing Program expands and refines the knowledge
and competencies of baccalaureate education incorporating the experiential
background of the professional nurse. Attainment of advanced knowledge
and skills occurs through the process of role mastery moving from novice
to expert. The educational process is guided by three foci: primary care,
advanced nursing practice, and theory and research. Primary care emphasizes
health promotion and health maintenance for individuals, families, and
communities in addition to managing and monitoring acute and chronic illnesses.
This diversity of care is culturally sensitive and individualized. Advanced
nursing practice focuses on knowledge and skills for the specialized role
of the nurse practitioner. In this role the advanced practice nurse may
function independently or collaboratively and is accountable as a direct
provider of care. Inherent in advanced practice is leadership for the purposes
of improving nursing and health care and influencing health policy. Advanced
practice leadership involves self-evaluation for continuing scholarship,
professional growth, and excellence in practice. Therefore, the advance
practice nurse is prepared to pursue doctoral education. The third focus
of theory and research provides opportunity for integration of nursing
and health promotion, leadership, and the science of nursing. Advanced
primary health care nursing practice includes application of theoretical
models and frameworks and research to increase understanding of primary
health care nursing phenomena, develop improved modalities of care, and
provide the basis for health policy change.
CURRICULUM OBJECTIVES - GRADUATE NURSING PROGRAM
The Master of Science in Nursing Program is designed to prepare advanced practice nurses who will:
1. Synthesize advanced knowledge of the humanities
and biophysical and behavioral sciences as they influence the health care
system and role development.
2. Integrate advanced theoretical and research knowledge
into primary health care.
3. Conduct scientific investigation of issues relevant
to primary health care and the advanced nursing practice role.
4. Demonstrate responsibility and accountability
for provision of quality health care.
5. Employ an interdisciplinary team approach for
the improvement of health care delivery.
6. Evaluate own continuing scholarship, professional
growth, and role mastery.
7. Demonstrate advanced skills for the specialized
role of the nurse clinician.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
In addition to the general degree requirements (see “Academic
Policies and Procedure” and “Academic Programs” in catalog) and curriculum
requirements noted below, the student must successfully complete:
1. A minimum of 39 semester hours of approved
graduate credit to include:
• A minimum of 14 hours
of core coursework;
• A minimum of 19 hours
of role specialization coursework; and
• A minimum of 6 hours of
elective/cognate coursework
2. The completion of a thesis
3. The completion of a written comprehensive
examination
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING
Students requesting admission to the Graduate Program in Nursing
must fulfill the following:
1. Meet criteria for admission to Graduate
Studies.
2. Hold a BSN degree from an accredited college
or university.
3. Hold an unencumbered licensed to practice
as a registered nurse (RN) in the United States.
4. Have practiced a minimum of two (2) years
as a registered nurse.
5. * Have a cumulative GPA in undergraduate
courses of 3.0.
6. Have a satisfactory GRE score.
7. Show evidence of research skills (transcript,
coursework, or documented experience).
8. Have credit in an introductory course in
statistics with a minimum grade of "C".
9. Complete a personal interview with graduate
faculty.
10. Clinical prerequisites:
A. Physical exam
B. Meet all immunization
requirements of the university.
C. Hepatitis immunization
or signed waiver statement.
D. Current CPR Certification
E. Malpractice insurance
as a nurse practitioner student
F. Attendance at MUW
workshop: OSHA Universal Precautions (offered at orientation).
*Students with less than a cumulative 3.0 GPA may be admitted conditionally.
POST-MASTER CERTIFICATE (MSN, RN’S)
1. Meet criteria for admission to Graduate
Studies
2. Hold a MSN degree from an accredited college
or university
3. Hold an unencumbered license to practice
as a registered nurse (RN) in the United States
4. Complete a personal interview with graduate
faculty
5. Clinical prerequisites:
A. Physical exam
B. Meet all immunization
requirements of the university
C. Hepatitis immunization
or signed waiver statement
D. Current CPR Certification
E. Malpractice insurance
as a nurse practitioner student
F. Attendance at MUW workshop:
OSHA Universal Precautions (offered at orientation)
POST-MASTER CERTIFICATE (MSN, NP’S)
1. Meet all criteria for admission to Graduate
Studies
2. Hold a MSN degree from an accredited college
or university
3. Hold an unencumbered license to practice
as a registered nurse (RN) in the United States
4. Complete a personal interview with graduate
faculty
5. Have current national certification as a
nurse practitioner in a specialty other than Family
6. Clinical prerequisites:
A. Physical exam
B. Meet all immunization
requirements of the university
C. Hepatitis immunization
or signed waiver statement
D. Current CPR Certification
E. Malpractice insurance
as a nurse practitioner student
F. Attendance at MUW workshop:
OSHA Universal Precautions (offered at orientation)
ADMISSION DATES
Admission to the Graduate Nursing Program is competitive. Decisions
regarding admission are made during the months of April and May. In order
to be considered for admission at this time, candidates must have completed
the application process by April 1, including submission of official transcripts
verifying completion of all prerequisites, an official copy of the GRE
score, and a scheduled interview.
PROGRESSION
Graduate Nursing Program Progression policy is as follows:
1. An overall Grade Point Average of 3.0 must
be maintained.
2. A minimum grade of "B" in each clinical
course is required. If the average of either the didactic or clinical component
of a
clinical course is below
a "B" the lower grade will be awarded and considered failing.
3. A minimum grade of "C" in any cognate/elective
or nonclinical nursing course is required, not to exceed six (6) credit
hours of "C" grades.
4. Failure to progress satisfactorily according
to the above policies warrants the need for student readmission through
the
Graduate School Scholastic
Appeals Committee.
5. Readmission may be considered only once.
6. Readmission will depend upon the overall
deficiencies and available space.
7. Any required course not successfully completed
upon the second attempt will result in exclusion from the program. Only
one (1) clinical course
may be repeated.
8. Unsafe practice or unethical, illegal or
unprofessional conduct are cause for dismissal. Students dismissed for
these causes
will not be eligible for
readmission.
COURSE OF STUDY
The MSN degree requires satisfactory completion of the following
courses. The post-master MSN-RN option requires satisfactory completion
of the (#) courses.
FALL
NU 502 ADVANCED THEORY
NU 508 ADVANCED NURSING
RESEARCH
#NU 512 ROLE DEVELOPMENT
I
#NU 513 ADVANCED PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
(on-line Summer 2003)
#NU 570 COMMUNITY AS A PARTNER
(2003)
*Select one for specialty area:
#NU 503 ADVANCED HEALTH ASSESSMENT:
FAMILY
#NU 507 ADVANCED HEALTH ASSESSMENT:
PEDIATRICS
*Minimum of six students required to be offered.
SPRING
#NU 501 ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY
NU 599 THESIS
*Select one for specialty area:
#NU 505 HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT: FAMILY
#NU 520 HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT: PEDIATRIC
Elective/Cognate
*Minimum of six students required to be offered.
SUMMER
NU 599 THESIS
#NU 506 HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT: COMMUNITY
#NU 514 ROLE DEVELOPMENT II
Elective/Cognate
The ratio of didactic to clinical hours is 1:4 as stated on the course overviews.
# Indicates specialization coursework, Italicized indicates elective or cognate choice, all other is Master of Science core coursework.
The post-master’s certificate option requires the completion of all specialization coursework.
The post-master’s MSN-NP option requires the completion of the following coursework:
FALL
NU 558 ROLE TRANSITION
NU 559 FAMILY ASSESSMENT: BRIDGE
SPRING
NU 562 ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY: BRIDGE
NU 540 HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT: BRIDGE
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY
PURPOSE STATEMENT
The purpose of the speech-language pathology graduate program
is to enable students to develop professional knowledge and clinical skills.
Traditional and non-traditional students will demonstrate leadership, critical
thinking, and problem-solving abilities professionally and competently
in a variety of clinical settings.
Speech-language pathologists specialize in the study and treatment
of human communication disorders. They work in a variety of professional
settings, such as public and private schools, hospitals, community clinics,
universities, nursing homes, and other health care facilities and in private
practice. They work with persons of all ages, from infancy to the elderly.
Upon completion of the program, graduates will meet the academic and clinical
requirements for American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) certification
and for Mississippi Department of Health (MDH) and Department of Education
(MDE) licensure.
OBJECTIVES
The Mississippi University for Women graduate program in Speech-Language
Pathology is committed to offering the necessary coursework and clinical
practicum experiences that will qualify students to meet the academic and
clinical requirements for national certification and state licensing.
The department emphasizes the clinical aspects of the profession and
requires that all students demonstrate their ability to understand the
normal communicative processes, diagnose communicative disorders, and treat
individuals with such disorders. Students are also expected to develop
the skills to communicate diagnostic results, treatment effects, and prognoses
to other professionals and family members in both oral and written forms.
ACCREDITATION:
The academic program is accredited by the Council of Academic
Accreditation (CAA) of ASHA. The clinical program is accredited by the
Council on Professional Services Accreditation (CPSA) of ASHA.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Students requesting admission to the Graduate Program in Speech-Language
Pathology must:
A. Meet all criteria for admission to Graduate
Studies.
B. Have a satisfactory score on the GRE.
C. Have a GPA in undergraduate courses of 3.0
for unconditional admission or 2.75 for conditional admission.
ADMISSION DATES
Admission to the graduate Speech-Language Pathology program
is competitive. In order to be considered for admission, candidates must
have completed the graduate school application process by March 1. Decisions
regarding admission are made during the month of April.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
In addition to the general degree requirements (see "Academic
Policies and Procedure" and "Academic Programs" in this catalog) and curriculum
requirements noted below, the student must successfully complete the following:
1. A minimum of 42 hours of graduate credit
and clinical practicum. A minimum of 30 hours must be in major coursework.
No more than 6 hours of
clinical practicum may be counted towards the 42 hours.
2. All academic and clinical practicum requirements
for ASHA’s Certificate of Clinical Competence. ASHA requires 27
hours of basic science coursework,
36 hours of professional coursework, and 375 clock hours of supervised
clinical
observation and clinical
practicum. Mississippi licensure and teacher certification requirements
also must be completed.
3. Written and oral comprehensive examinations
are required. A student will have only two opportunities to pass the written
and/or oral examinations.
TRANSFER OF CREDIT:
A student who has completed twenty-five hours of observation
and any clinical practicum hours and who wants these hours considered for
transfer must have the program director from the previous school verify
the observation hours and the clinical practicum hours.
CLINICAL REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Before enrolling in clinical practicum, the student must present
evidence of: (1) malpractice insurance; (2) results of a tuberculin
skin test; (3) hepatitis immunization or signed waiver statement, to be
determined by the clinical site; and (4) CPR certification. The affiliate
practicum site may stipulate other requirements.
Transportation: Students are responsible for supplying and paying for their own transportation for clinical practica.
Progression: Progression in practicum is dependent upon the following:
1. The student must maintain a 3.0 overall
GPA in order to enroll in practicum for the following semester.
2. A student failing to earn a grade of “B”
or better in practicum cannot be assigned to an off-campus site.
3. Before enrolling in a public school practicum,
the student must pass all three sections of the PRAXIS I (basic skills)
exam.
CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS:
The University requires that students complete a minimum of
42 graduate credit hours and meet the academic and practicum requirements
for ASHA’s Certificate of Clinical Competence. No more than 6 hours of
credit with the grade of “C” will be allowed.
Required Courses:
SPA 500 RESEARCH METHODS IN SLP
SPA 501 SPEECH SCIENCE APPLICATION
SPA 502 LANGUAGE DISORDERS
SPA 503 ARTICULATION/PHONOLOGY DISORDERS
SPA 504 VOICE DISORDERS
SPA 505 FLUENCY DISORDERS
SPA 522 DYSPHAGIA
SPA 525 LANGUAGE SCIENCE
SPA 530 NEUROGENIC DISORDERS OF COMMUNICATION
Elective Courses:
SPA 506 AUDIOLOGY FOR SLPs
SPA 507 CRANIOFACIAL ANOMALIES AND ASSOCIATED
SPEECH DISORDERS
SPA 511 READINGS IN SLP
SPA 512 SEMINAR IN MEDICAL SLP
SPA 521 COMMUNICATION DISORDERS IN INFANTS
SPA 535 COUNSELING FOR COMMUNICATION DISORDERS
SPA 545 MULTICULTURAL LANGUAGE DIFFERENCE
SPA 555 LANGUAGE LEARNING DISABILITIES
Clinical Practicum:
SPA 513 PRACTICUM IN SLP (on campus)
SPA 514 PRACTICUM IN AUDIOLOGY
SPA 515 PRACTICUM IN SLP (off campus)
SPA 520 OBSERVATION