Speech And Hearing Science, Bs in Arizona State University (ASU), USA

Speech And Hearing Science, Bs in Arizona State University (ASU)

Students in the BS program in speech and hearing science study the normal aspects of the communication process. Emphasis is placed on the human communication system, including anatomy and physiology of the hearing and speech mechanisms; speech, language and hearing science; and normal development of speech and language production and perception. Upper division coursework introduces disorders of speech, language and hearing.

Students attain broad-based knowledge in the basic aspects of speech, language and hearing sciences, which prepares them for graduate study in audiology or speech-language pathology, or potential employment opportunities in related health and behavioral fields.

Career Opportunities

Positions in speech-language pathology and audiology are in high demand, rated as careers with bright outlooks by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Information Network. Employment opportunities for program graduates may include positions as:

• audiology assistants
• hearing aid or cochlear implant company representatives
• research assistants or associates in behavioral disciplines
• speech-language pathology assistants
• support personnel in rehabilitation or health facilities

Many graduates of speech and hearing sciences gain entrance into a graduate-level program in speech-language pathology or audiology. In both fields, a graduate degree is required for employment.

The undergraduate degree in speech and hearing science is also excellent preparation for those who wish to enter professional or graduate programs in fields such as:

• counseling
• education
• medicine
• rehabilitation
• social work
• special education
• teaching for the deaf

Graduates of speech-language pathology and audiology can work with children or adults with communication disorders in a variety of settings, including:

• clinics
• hospitals
• private practice
• schools, all levels of preschool through secondary

Career examples include but are not limited to those shown in the following list. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.

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