Graduate Certificate in Multiculturalism in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences
This graduate certificate aims to provide both speech-language pathology (SLP) and audiology (AuD) students with advanced training and practice in working with individuals from culturally, linguistically, and otherwise diverse backgrounds.
Students with proficiency in a language other than English may choose to focus on developing the knowledge and skills to provide services in that language. However, proficiency in a second language is not required to participate in the certificate.
The goal of the certificate is to prepare clinicians from all backgrounds to provide culturally responsive services to clients whose identity may differ from their own across a variety of dimensions. Participation in the certificate does not add to the cost or length of your program.
Highlights
6 credits of additional coursework:
- SLHS690M Multiculturalism in Communication Disorders (3 credits, Spring)*
- SLHS690Y Capstone seminar (3 credits across Fall and Spring)
40-hr immersive community learning experience, which you will complete outside the classroom, but you will be guided through the process and report your progress in class.
Featured class
Explore the multi-faceted nature of our own cultural identities and those of our clients, and learn strategies to engage respectfully and provide quality service to clients from a diverse range of backgrounds.
Featured Faculty
Sara Mamo
Megan Gross
Tomma Henckel
Audiology Clinical Educator
In the Spotlight
"I have more of a whole-person approach to my clients. Culture impacts every aspect of our lives, especially communication.”
Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences
Preparing clinicians to work with individuals with communication disorders from linguistically and culturally diverse populations across the lifespan.