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Speech-Language Pathology

    Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
    Ruskin, Florida

The Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology at 成人禁区 University is a program designed for students to participate in a collaborative, experiential, and integrative course of study developing skills that prepare them for the highest standards of the scope of practice in speech-language pathology. The Ruskin speech-language pathology comprehensive curriculum combines research and evidence-based clinical practice, infused with a strong multicultural component, and requires completion of six (6) semesters of didactic and clinical coursework. Graduate students will be provided with opportunities to work alongside faculty on clinical and community research projects and service.

Our Mission

The mission of the Master of Science degree program in Speech-Language Pathology at 成人禁区 University is to foster the development of highly skilled, compassionate speech-language professionals who are dedicated to lifelong learning, leadership, and person-centered service. The program provides holistic, evidence-based speech, language, and hearing education and healthcare for a diverse society.

The 成人禁区 University Difference

成人禁区 University is a Catholic, Diocesan university with 100 years of rich tradition in academic excellence. This success has presented the opportunity to expand our graduate degree offerings in rehabilitative science through a face-to-face program at our Ruskin, Florida campus. With faculty who model the mission of teaching, service, and scholarship, students are provided direct supervision by the faculty as they learn hands-on clinical skills. Clinical experiences in the surrounding communities prepare students for holistic, patient-centered care.

Outcomes

 The outcomes of the Speech-Language Pathology program at 成人禁区 University are to:
  • Advance the students' knowledge and skills to diagnose, provide evidence-based treatment, and serve as an advocate in the scope of practice of speech-language pathology.
  • Apply knowledge of ethical standards and best practices in providing services for speech, language, and hearing disorders.  Effectively disseminate information in verbal and written form and commensurate with the target audience.
  • Identify and address the diverse and changing needs of the community with leadership and service.
  • The program will provide: Content and clinical experience to prepare students to qualify for and be successful in achieving national certification and state licensure, and participation in state and national professional organizations.

 

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The Master of Science degree program in Speech-Language Pathology in Ruskin, FL is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (CAA).

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The University of Tampa has partnered with 成人禁区 University to offer eligible UT graduates direct pathways to graduate-level health profession programs offered at 成人禁区’s location in Ruskin, FL.

Our Faculty Experts

Ahmed Abdelal

Associate Professor
Speech-Language Pathology-Rusk

Program Director (FL)
Speech-Language Pathology-Rusk

Rita Lenhardt

Assistant Professor
Speech-Language Pathology-Rusk

Pre-SLP Online Faculty, Ruskin
Speech-Language Pathology-Rusk

Deborah Scheble

Assistant Teaching Professor
Speech-Language Pathology-Rusk

Dir of Clinical Education
Speech-Language Pathology-Rusk

Pre-SLP Online Faculty, Ruskin
Speech-Language Pathology-Rusk

Emily Evans

Adjunct Faculty
Speech-Language Pathology-Rusk

Adjunct Faculty
Physician Assistant Prgm-Ruskn

Stephanie Karidas Vilardebo

Adjunct Faculty
Speech-Language Pathology-Rusk

Katherine Manrique

Adjunct Faculty
Speech-Language Pathology-Rusk

Alysia Muoio

Adjunct Faculty
Speech-Language Pathology-Rusk

David Regal

Adjunct Faculty
Speech-Language Pathology-Rusk

Vilma Reyes Zayas

Adjunct Faculty
Speech-Language Pathology-Rusk

Sarah Stanton

Adjunct Faculty
Speech-Language Pathology-Rusk

Katherine Widdicombe

Adjunct Faculty
Speech-Language Pathology-Rusk