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Imagine a young child with autism facing communication challenges. A student grappling with pronunciation difficulties. An adult recovering from a stroke and relearning speech.
As a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), you'll assist individuals across all ages who experience speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing difficulties. Lewis University's communication sciences and disorders bachelor's program provides comprehensive training in speech science, language acquisition, and audiology. You'll gain expertise in diagnosing communication disorders and developing tailored treatment approaches. The curriculum delves deep into the anatomy and physiology of speech and hearing impairments, covering conditions ranging from mild to severe across all age groups. This program merges scientific rigor with linguistic passion to foster professional growth. You'll study under specialists in autism research, pediatric language disorders, and related disciplines. The culminating Capstone Course offers hands-on clinical experience, allowing you to implement your knowledge in real-world scenarios. You'll compile a clinical portfolio featuring a client case study, complete with assessment findings, therapeutic strategies, session plans, collected data, and outcome reports. This practical experience equips you for advanced graduate studies and complex clinical situations.