Notice of Public Meeting with the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association
The Morosky College of Health Professions and Sciences’ Speech-Language Pathology program invites you to a public meeting with the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) on Monday, February 6, 2023 at 4:30 PM. The CAA is a nationally recognized accrediting agency. As part of the CAA’s recognition by the U.S. Department of Education, the agency is encouraged to develop a method for allowing public input about the accreditation process and graduate education programs seeking the Candidacy Status for the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology. To learn more click here.
Program Overview
The Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology at Gannon 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 Erie speech-language pathology comprehensive curriculum combines research and evidence-based clinical practice, infused with a strong commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion. The program
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 Gannon University- Erie 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, swallowing, and hearing education and healthcare for a diverse society.
The Gannon University Difference
- Gannon University is a Catholic, Diocesan University with 90 years of rich tradition in academic excellence.
- Students learn from a faculty who model the mission of teaching, service, and scholarship in a university community that embraces diversity, advocacy, and global citizenship.
- Cohort class size is 25 students to allow for the development of professional and personal connections with peers and faculty.
- The Erie community offers extensive opportunities for students to gain the skills within the scope of speech-language pathology through their clinical education experiences.
- Gannon University cultivates opportunities for inter-professional collaborations within rehabilitative sciences and across the university.
Program Goals
The goals of the Speech-Language Pathology program are to:
- Advance the students’ knowledge and skills to diagnose, provide evidence-based treatment, and serve as an advocate within the scope of practice of speech-language pathology.
- Advance the students’ ability to apply knowledge of ethical standards and best practice in providing services for speech, language, hearing, and swallowing disorders.
- Advance the students’ skills to effectively disseminate information commensurate with the target audience.
- Identify and address the diverse and changing needs of the community with leadership and service.
- Prepare students through academic content and clinical, experiential education to qualify for and achieve national certification and state licensure, and to actively participate in state and national professional organizations.
Program Director
Mary T McDermott, Ed.D., CCC-SLP
Program Director for Speech-Language Pathology
Office: 814-871-5452
mcdermot008@gannon.edu