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Welcome to the Master of Science Program in Speech-Language Pathology. Our mission is to train excellent clinician-scholars who will work to maximize life participation for all people with communication and swallowing disorders. To achieve that mission, we use an educational framework focused on self-directed learning, problem-based learning, and small-group learning. Our grads are well prepared to think on their feet and apply their knowledge to real-life clinical settings. They are self-directed and have strong time-management skills, thrive working alone and in teams, and enjoy the challenge of finding the “answer” through research.

See the Essential Skills and Attributes Required for the Study of SpeechLanguage Pathology and Speech-Language & Audiology Canada Resource Guide for more information for undergraduate students considering studying speech-language pathology.

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Interested in learning about a Day in the Life of an SLP? Watch the videos below to learn more. You can also check out this document to learn what SLPs do.