M.S. in CMD

The College of Saint Rose graduate program in Communication Sciences
& Disorders is designed to provide future speech-language pathologists with the professional expertise and sensitivity they need to handle the challenges of the field. The program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (through 2009) and is approved by New York State to license speech-language pathologists and to certify teachers of students with speech and language disabilities.

THE SAINT ROSE DIFFERENCE
Our graduate program in communication sciences & disorders is marked by the diversity of training of faculty members who are recognized nationally as experts in fluency disorders, language disorders in children and adults, and medical aspects of communication disorders. They are dedicated to the preparation of professionals who are knowledgeable about cutting edge clinical research, are sensitive to issues of cultural diversity, and are effective clinicians and advocates. In addition, faculty foster values related to integrity and ethics, academic excellence, life long learning, collegiality and community service.

The clinical component of the program incorporates practical training at the College's on-campus Pauline K. Winkler Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic, located in the Joy S. Emery Educational and Clinical Services Center as well as placements in many community-based practicum sites, including major hospitals, rehabilitation centers, nursing homes, preschools, public schools, and private practices. Your professional development will be encouraged through attendance at communication sciences & disorders program meetings and by participation in the on-campus chapter of the National Student Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

FAIR AND EQUITABLE TREATMENT
Students, faculty, staff, and persons served in the program's clinic are treated in a nondiscriminatory manner-that is without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, participation restriction, age, sexual orientation, or status as a parent. The institution and program comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and executive orders pertaining thereto (ASHA Standard 1.6)

In addition, the program makes reasonable adaptations in the curriculum, policies, and procedures to accommodate difference among individual students. (ASHA 4.2) reflecting an underlying respect for and understanding of cultural and individual diversity ( ASHA 4.2.2)

CSD 100 Survey of Comm Sci & Disorders

This course introduces students to the nature and types of speech, language, and hearing problems in children and adults. The wide-range of disabilities that result in communication disorders and the impact of diversity on communication will be discussed. The importance of collaborative relationships among professionals who assist individuals with special needs is also explored. Fall, Spring, Summer

CSD 101 Level I Aide Work

This required field work experience provides opportunities to serve as an aide to a speech-language clinician in a clinical setting for a total of 15 hours during the semester. Paperwork and placement are obtained through the Winkler Center. Fall, Spring, Summer

CSD 109 Phonetics

This course provides a study of the classification, perception, physical basis and production of speech sounds, and the coarticulatory effects. The course includes phonemic and phonetic transcription practice of typical, dialectal, developmental, and disordered speech, with implications for assessment and intervention for English speakers and English language learners. Fall, Spring

CSD 201 Level II Aide Work

This required field work experience provides opportunities to observe and assist a speech-language clinician and a classroom teacher in a public school for a total of four full days during the semester. The field experience will include observation of the school's services for English language learners. Paperwork to secure a placement is obtained through the Winkler Center. Prerequisite: CMD 101. Fall, Spring

CSD 204 Anatomy&Physiol Spch/Swallow

This course introduces students to normal anatomy and physiology of the speech and hearing mechanism with emphasis on the function they serve in speech, hearing and swallowing. Fall, Spring

CSD 219 Disorders Articul & Phonology

This course provides a study of the nature and description of speech production disorders. It includes a foundation in theories of phonological development/language acquisition, assessment procedures and intervention techniques. Special considerations for working with English language learners are integrated throughout the course content. CMD majors only. Prerequisites: CMD 109, CMD 204. Fall, Spring

CSD 225 Hearing Disorders & Assessmnt

This course covers the psycho-physics of hearing and techniques of hearing testing. Emphasis is on audiogram interpretation, case findings, and referrals. The implications of hearing impairment on language acquisition are explored. Practice testing is required. Spring, Summer

CSD 230 Communication Acoustics

This course provides students with basic information concerning the physics of sound and the scientific basis of human speech production and perception. Emphasis in the course is placed on 1) the acoustic characteristics of sound, 2) the relationship of these characteristics to speech and hearing, and 3) models of speech production and speech perception. Spring, Summer

CSD 235 Language Devel/Disord Literacy

This course establishes a foundation in the relationship between language and learning in the classroom. Topics include language development, language disorders, and the relationship among language, learning and print literacy. Major emphasis is placed on communication in the classroom with consideration of cultural and linguistic differences. For SEED or ECE majors only. Fall, Spring

CSD 240 Language Development

This course provides a study of language development in all language modalities; namely, speaking, listening, reading, and writing. The role of language development and its implications for literacy are explored. CMD majors only. Fall, Spring

CSD 242 Language & Phonology

This hands-on laboratory course teaches students diagnostic methods for evaluating language development and articulation/phonology skills. Emphasis is placed on practical use of techniques for collecting and analyzing language samples and phonological data from individuals with communicative disorders. CMD majors only. Prerequisites: CMD 219, CMD 240. Fall, Spring

CSD 345 Language Disorders in Children

This course provides a study of the nature and etiology of disordered language in children with implications for assessment and intervention. Language acquisition and the importance of the home, school and community relationship are also be explored. A review of the current literature is emphasized. Fulfills writing-intensive requirement. CMD majors only. Prerequisite: CMD 240. Fall, Spring

CSD 346 Cognition, Commun, & Behavior

This course offers students an integrated theoretical and clinical framework for serving individuals with complex disabilities in which cognitive, communication, and behavioral dimensions overlap and interact. A positive, support orientation to intervention is emphasized. This includes Positive Behavior Supports in behavioral psychology and a context-sensitive, apprenticeship approach in cognitive psychology. Prerequisite: CMD 345. Spring

CSD 350 Voice Disorders

This course covers the anatomic/physiologic/acoustic/neurologic characteristics of normal and abnormal voice production with a basic foundation in assessment and intervention principles and techniques. CMD majors only. Prerequisites: CMD 204, CMD 230. Fall

CSD 351 Fluency Disorders

This course provides a study of the etiology, characteristics, and incidence of fluency disorders. The course covers an introduction to assessment and management techniques with an emphasis on children. The benefits of early intervention and stuttering prevention are addressed. CMD majors only. Fall, Spring

CSD 355 Assessmnt Communic Disorders

This course presents principles and procedures for assessment, including a background in test measurement, administration and interpretation of standardized tests, multicultural considerations in testing, informal assessment procedures, and report writing. The connection between assessment results and intervention planning is established and emphasized as an on-going process. CMD majors only. Fall, Spring

CSD 360 Clinical Mthds & Sprvsd Obsrvt

This course covers the theoretical bases for treatment of individuals with communication disorders and procedures for implementing change within a therapy session. Ethical behavior and professional responsibility are examined in relation to the practice of speech-language pathology. Principles and techniques are taught for writing treatment plans, Individual Education Plans, behavioral objectives, lesson plans, reports and collecting data. Students participate in mock therapy sessions in class and evaluate their use of teaching procedures. Course content includes such topics as curriculum-based treatment, consultation and collaboration, family intervention, group treatment and issues related to diverse populations. Additionally, this course will provide students with 25 supervised observation hours of diagnostic and therapy sessions with clients who have speech, language and/or hearing disorders. The development of writing skills is emphasized over the course of the semester. Prerequisites: CMD 100, CMD 101, CMD 201, CMD 219, CMD 242, CMD 345. Fall, Spring, Summer

CSD 370 Sprvsd Clinical Practicum

This required field work experience offers opportunities for demonstration of clinical competencies with individuals having communication disorders. This is the first part of a two-part clinical practicum. Application for placement is obtained at the Winkler Center the previous semester according to specified deadlines. Failure to accept or fulfill an obligation to an assigned clinic may be cause for dismissal from the program. Co-requisite: CMD 371. Prerequisite: CMD 360. Fall

CSD 371 Clinical Practicum Seminar

This course (seminar) provides students with a forum to discuss clinical issues related to their clinical practicum experience. It provides opportunities for students to exchange ideas, problem solve clinical issues, and discuss clinical topics that support their clinical practicum experience. This is a weekly seminar. Co-requisite: CMD 370. Prerequisite: CMD 360. Fall

CSD 375 Sprvsd Clinical Practicum

This required field work experience offers opportunities for demonstration of clinical competencies with individuals having communication disorders. This is the second part of a two-part clinical practicum. Application for placement is obtained at the Winkler Center the previous semester according to specified deadlines. Failure to accept or fulfill an obligation to an assigned clinic may be cause for dismissal from the program. Co-requisite: CMD 376. Prerequisites: CMD 370, CMD 371. Spring

CSD 376 Clinical Practicum Seminar

This course (seminar) provides students with a forum to discuss clinical issues related to their clinical practicum experience. It provides opportunities for students to exchange ideas, problem-solve clinical issues, and discuss clinical topics that support their clinical practicum experience. This is a weekly seminar. Co-requisite: CMD 375. Prerequisites: CMD 370, CMD 371. Spring

CSD 430 Aural Rehabilitation

This course covers the application of basic audiological principles to the area of rehabilitation with hearing impaired children and adults. Topics include speech/language therapy, educational issues, amplification and psychosocial effects. Prerequisite: CMD 225. Fall, Spring

CSD 450 Organ Sp, Lng,& Hrg Prog Schls

This course emphasizes the roles of the speech/language therapist in the public schools. Coordination of school-based speech, language and hearing services is explored, with emphasis on case management, scheduling operations, and the development of collaborative partnerships. The course helps students understand the laws, policies, and procedures that affect speech/language therapists in the schools, as well as the relationship between the NYS Learning Standards and speech/language services. Prerequisites: CMD 225, CMD 350, CMD 351, CMD 355, CMD 360. Fall, Spring, Summer

CSD 472 Augment/Alternatve Commun

This course is an introduction and study of AAC systems regarding assessment of device/software and access selection and language intervention strategies to support participation in various communication settings. The course focuses on communication and language supported academic and vocational needs of individuals with various types and levels of disabilities. Prerequisites: CMD 225, CMD 350, CMD 351, CMD 355, CMD 360. Fall, Spring

CSD 497 Nervous Systm & Communicat

This course prepares undergraduate and graduate students in communication disorders to understand the relationship between communication and neuroanatomy/neurophysiology. Completion of the course will provide students with a foundation in the nervous system, so they can be more successful in coursework on motor speech disorders and adult language disorders. Part of the course will require students to independently gather and organize information on the nervous system so they can use it in later courses. The class is required for undergraduate students in the program and an elective for graduate students. Prerequisite: CMD 204. Fall, Spring

CSD 522 Voice Disorders

This course provides instruction in the etiology, assessment and intervention of voice disorders. Emphasis will be placed on disorders that affect the larynx. However, disorders of resonance will also be addressed. Fall, Summer II.

CSD 523 Otolaryngology

This course provides instruction in diagnostic and treatment procedures employed in the clinical setting for medical management of otolarynological patients. Students will observe an ENT in practice to gain a perspective on the medical management of head and neck problems. Enrollment is limited. Prerequisites: CSD 522 and permission of instructor. Fall, Spring, Summer I and II.

CSD 524 Lang Disord:Infnts/Pr-Sch/Dis

This course provides instruction in assessment and intervention of language disorders in infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, as well as older children and adults with developmental disabilities in the early stages of language functioning. Emphasis is on the theoretical bases of assessment and therapy, and implications for application. Exploration of current issues and controversies is included. Fall only.

CSD 525 Lang Dis:Sch-Age Chld/Adoles

This course provides instruction in langauge/learning disorders in school-age children and adolescents. Topics include assessment, collaborative intervention and social implications for individuals with language disorders. Emphasis is placed on literacy and alternative service delivery models. Spring, Summer I.

CSD 530 Lang Disorders:Adults

This course provides instruction in language adn cognitive impairment resulting from acquired brain injury. Etiology, assessment, and intervention issues related to aphasia, traumatic brain injury, right hemisphere syndrome and related communication disorders will be covered. Fall, Spring.

CSD 533 Fluency Disorders

This course provides instruction int he possible causes of stuttering behavior with an emphasis on an integrative approach. Diagnostic and therapeutic procedures are included. Fall, Spring, Summer.

CSD 535 Motor Speech Disorders

This course provides instruction in the neuroanatomical and physiological bases for speech production, review of the five subsystems necessary for effective speech production, exploration of the possible etiologies leading to acquired dysarthria and apraxia, and co-morbidities associated with motor speech disorders. Topics include: types of motor speech disorders, classification of dysarthria and apraxia, assessment, intervention, and documentation. Fall, Spring, Summer

CSD 536 Swallowing Disorders

This course provides instruction in the anatomic and physiologic bases of normal swallowing across the age spectrum and studies the etiologies that can result in abnormal swallowing. The impact of dysphagia on the individual and the family/support system will be discussed, as well as non-instrumental and instrumental evaluation and treatment techniques. Ethical issues, documentation and problem-solving will be addressed in case study format. Fall, Spring, Summer I

CSD 545 Clinical Applic Spch & Hrg Sci

This course includes advanced study of the physiological, acoustic, and perceptual bases of speech and hearing. Emphasis will be placed on instrumentation that is regularly applied to clinical problems, like the spectrograph and audiological instruments. Laboratory experiences will be provided. Spring, Summer II

CSD 548 AAC & Clin App Tech

This course provides instruction in augmentative and alternative communication systems and recent technology for use in assessment and intervention. The course will include practical applications of website research supports, devices, and computer software for communication and theory. Fall only

CSD 550 Topics:Med Aspects CSD

This course provides instruction in issues of current interest in medical speech-language pathology and audiology. Specific topics vary, depending on the needs of the students. Topics may include a variety of medical-related communication disorders across the lifespan. Summer II only

CSD 570 Differential Diagnosis

This course provides instruction in procedures involved in the diagnosis of children and adults with speech and language problems, with an emphasis on professional report-writing. The course includes administering comprehensive assessments of individuals with speech and language disorders in the Pauline K. Winkler Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic, which is part of the Joy S. Emery Educational and Clinical Services Center. Fall, Spring, Summer

CSD 575 Counseling Skills

This course provides instruction in approaches to counseling for those working in the field of communication sciences and disorders. The course includes basic concepts of the therapeutic process, the client/therapist relationship and specific techniques and procedures applicable to individual and group practice. Fall, Spring

CSD 579 Lang & Hear Impairmnt

This course provides instruction in the syntactic, semantic and pragmatic language patterns of individuals with mild to profound hearing impairment. Language assessment and therapy will be discussed. Related and current education issues in reading and writing, legislation and other topics will be explored. Fall only

CSD 580 First Practicum

This course is a required beginning clinical experience under the direct supervision of Saint Rose faculty and licensed clinical supervisors. This clinic is completed at the Pauline K. Winkler Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic and/or Preschool Program, which are part of the Joy Emery Educational and Clinical Services Center. Students are expected to participate a minimum of 4 days per week during a full semester. Students must have a vehicle. Pre-requisite: Fingerprinting. Co-requisite: CSD 581. Fall, Spring, Summer

CSD 581 Clinical Pract Seminar

The graduate practicum seminar is a required supplement to the first clinical practicum for all students. This course offers the student the opportunity to engage in clinical self-evaluation using a range of activities designed to promote independent decision-making in clinical settings. The seminar also functions as a forum in which to exchange experiences and insights, solve clinical problems and raise awareness of political/ legislative and professional affairs issues. Students will also be required to complete a language sample project. Pre-requisite: Fingerprinting. Co-requisite: CSD 580. Fall, Spring, Summer

CSD 583 Adv Clinical Pract 1

This is a required, advanced clinical experience which includes work with individuals having speech, language, and hearing impairments. The practicum is completed at an off-campus facility. Students are required to participate at least 3 days per week. CSD 587 is done in place of this practicum for students needing experience in a public school for teacher certification. Students must have a vehicle. Fall, Spring, Summer

CSD 584 Adv Clinical Pract 3

This is a non-required, additional advanced clinical experience which includes work with individuals having speech, language and hearing impairments. The practicum is completed at an off-campus facility. Students are required to participate at least 3 days per week. Students must have a vehicle. Fall, Spring, Summer

CSD 585 Adv Clinical Pract 2

This required, advanced clinical experience includes work with adults having speech, language, and hearing impairments. The practicum is completed at an off-campus facility. Students are required to participate at least three days per week. Students must have a vehicle. Pre-requisites: CSD 530, 535, 536, 570. Fall, Spring, Summer

CSD 587 Adv Pract Public School

This practicum is completed in a public school setting working with individuals having speech, language and hearing impairments. This is a required practicum for students earning teaching certification if they have not completed student teaching at the undergraduate level. Students are required to participate a minimum of three full days each week. Students must have a vehicle. When this course is needed, it is done in place of CSD 583. Prerequisites: CSD 450, workshops for teacher certification. Fall, Spring

CSD 589 Weekend Fluency Workshop

This is a required experience of fluency therapy with people who stutter and their families under the supervision of area speech-language pathologists. Twenty (20) hours of ASHA credit toward clinical hours are earned. Prerequisites or co-requisites: CSD 533, CSD 586. Spring only

CSD 594 Phonological Disorders

This course provides instruction in current issues in phonological development, assessment and intervention, with implications for clinical and research application. The bases of articulation and phonology will be discussed as they relate to delay, disorder, and dialect differences. Fall, Spring, Summer I

CSD 596 Multicultural Institute CSD

This intensive one-week course, occurring between the end of the Spring semester and beginning of the first Summer Session, includes in-depth investigation of current issues of multicultural concern in speech/language pathology. Summer I only

CSD 597 Nervous System & Communic

This course provides instruction in the human nervous system and its role in communication. Specifically, students will develop an understanding of: 1) the basic structures and functions of the nervous system, and 2) the aspects of the nervous system that are involved in swallowing, speech, language, cognition and hearing. Student self-guided instruction supplemented by periodic discussion will be used to learn about the nervous system and its function. Fall, Spring, Summer I

CSD 599 Thesis

With permission of the department, students may complete the thesis option which awards the student with 6 elective credits and replaces the comprehensive examination. CSD 593 is a prerequisite. Students are required to design execute, and analyze original research.

CSD 600 Current Topics in CSD

This course explores current topics in communication sciences and disorders that will be of particular interest to practicing clinicians and teachers. Topics and credits will vary to accommodate course content. Some courses will be appropriate for advanced graduate students. Permission of instructor. Spring, Summer, Fall.

CSD 602 Current Topics in Prevention

This course explores the topic of prevention in communication sciences and disorders. It includes discussion of prevention as an essential feature of health care and wellness and a key feature of assessment and intervention of speech, language, cognition, hearing, and swallowing disorders. Students also take part in activities that promote the prevention of communication disorders. Spring only

CSD 603 Pediatric Motor Spch & Swallow

This course provides students with an understanding of the oral mechanism as it relates to the development of feeding and speech skills. An emphasis is placed on evaluation techniques, which aid in the differential diagnosis of motor speech and swallowing disorders in the pediatric population. Prerequisites: CSD 535, 536. Spring only.

CSD 999 Comprehensive Exam

This comprehensive exam is one of the final evaluation requirements for students in the Communication Sciences and Disorders graduate program. This exam requires students to describe assessment and intervention procedures in response to case studies that reflect four different specialty areas in our field. The exam is a closed book assessment but students are allowed to bring in one page (8.4 by 11) of notes. Students are allowed 5 hours to answer four questions. The exam is taken in the final semester of the graduate program.

CLINICAL REQUIREMENTS
Graduate students in the Saint Rose communication sciences & disorders program complete a sequence of clinical practicum courses, assigned by program staff, during which they work with both children and adults. The program applies an Apprenticeship Model for Clinical Supervision that focuses on the ongoing development of clinical skills throughout a student's program of study.

The first practicum is completed on-campus, during the first 12 credit hours of graduate studies, and includes a seminar in which students share experiences. In addition to the on-campus clinic, the program is affiliated with over 200 clinical and educational facilities, giving students the opportunity to gain experience in a wide variety of settings.

Students must complete a minimum of 400 clock hours of clinic work, with 325 of these hours at the graduate level. Completion of a masters' degree in this major fulfills ASHA's academic and clinical requirements toward the certificate of clinical competence.

FINAL EVALUATION
Final evaluation is based on satisfactory completion of all requirements, including courses, seminars, and clinic experiences. In addition, students must take a final comprehensive examination or write a thesis approved by a department thesis committee. ASHA requires successful completion of the PRAXIS content specialty exam in speech-language pathology.

CERTIFICATION
This degree satisfies the academic and clinical requirements for the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence and New York state licensure as a speech-language pathologist as well as a certification as a teacher of students with speech and language disabilities.

To receive New York state teacher certification, students must complete a public school practicum, as well as the required educational workshops and successful completion of the Liberal Arts and Sciences Test (LAST) and Assessment of Teaching Skills Written (ATS-W).

Students must take or demonstrate that they have completed the necessary undergraduate coursework in communication sciences & disorders. Teacher certification requirements also include 9-11 credits of general education course work including history, philosophy and psychology of education.

CARREER OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates of the communication sciences & disorders program are prepared for careers as speech-language pathologists in schools (Pre-K -12), hospitals and nursing homes, private practices, and other clinical agencies or settings.

They also may pursue research opportunities or enroll in doctoral studies. In addition, graduates may work as speech-language pathology supervisors and clinical administrators in colleges and universities after gaining 3-5 years of professional experience.

The job market in speech-language pathology is very strong and students in the Saint Rose program are finding employment immediately after graduation. In fact, some students receive offers of employment before they graduate.

Communication Sciences & Disorders (Master of Science in Education)

Communication Sciences
& Disorders
(Master of Science in Education)