{"id":3696,"date":"2024-11-21T15:39:49","date_gmt":"2024-11-21T22:39:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nau.edu\/csd\/?page_id=3696"},"modified":"2026-02-27T21:35:03","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T21:35:03","slug":"slpa-grad-school-prep-certificates","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/csd\/slpa-grad-school-prep-certificates\/","title":{"rendered":"SLPA &amp; grad school prep certificates"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Undergraduate and graduate certificates<\/h1>\n<p>Northern Arizona University&#8217;s Communication Sciences and Disorders department offers two undergraduate certificates available online or in-person, and one graduate certificate in-person.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3604 size-short-banner-image\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/csd\/wp-content\/uploads\/358A5832_Emi_Isaki_20170726-960x240.jpg\" alt=\"One woman with headphones on sits across from another woman holding a pen.\" width=\"960\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/310\/358A5832_Emi_Isaki_20170726-960x240.jpg 960w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/310\/358A5832_Emi_Isaki_20170726-464x116.jpg 464w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/310\/358A5832_Emi_Isaki_20170726-1440x360.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Certificate, undergraduate certificate<\/h2>\n<p>If you are interested in becoming a\u00a0Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) and working as support personnel to a speech-language pathologist, this program may be right for you. Many prefer the flexibility of our online courses given their busy lifestyles.<\/p>\n<p>The SLPA certificate meets the minimum speech-language pathology technical coursework requirements required for licensure in Arizona and ASHA certification. A supervised clinical interaction experience is also required for licensure, which can be fulfilled through elective coursework.<\/p>\n<p><span data-teams=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.nau.edu\/how-to-apply\/apply-now\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">To apply<\/a> to the SLPA certificate, please use the NAU First year or Transfer applications. Do not complete the non-degree application.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Learn more:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/csd\/slpa-certificate-2\/\">SLPA Certificate<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3689 size-short-banner-image\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/csd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2927_slh_clinic_20230324-960x240.jpg\" alt=\"An adult therapist plays with a young boy in a playroom.\" width=\"960\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/310\/2927_slh_clinic_20230324-960x240.jpg 960w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/310\/2927_slh_clinic_20230324-464x116.jpg 464w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/310\/2927_slh_clinic_20230324-1440x360.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Speech-Language Pathology Graduate School Preparation Certificate, undergraduate certificate<\/h2>\n<p>The Speech-Language Pathology Graduate School Preparation (SLPGSP) undergraduate certificate is designed for students who have completed, or are in the process of completing, a bachelor\u2019s degree in a non-CSD major and are seeking a pathway to fulfill the prerequisite courses required for admission to a graduate degree program and enter the workforce as a speech-language pathologist. The SLPGSP certificate is not eligible for financial aid unless the student is enrolled in another degree program (another major at NAU).<\/p>\n<p><span data-teams=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.nau.edu\/how-to-apply\/apply-now\/\">To apply<\/a> to the Grad Prep certificate, please use the NAU First year or Transfer applications. Do not complete the non-degree application.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Learn more:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/csd\/speech-language-pathology-graduate-school-preparation-slpgsp-certificate\/\">SLPGSP Certificate\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3797 size-short-banner-image\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/csd\/wp-content\/uploads\/3294_slh_clinic_20230324-960x240.jpg\" alt=\"A faculty leader instructs a graduate student during a play therapy session with a young girl. \" width=\"960\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/310\/3294_slh_clinic_20230324-960x240.jpg 960w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/310\/3294_slh_clinic_20230324-464x116.jpg 464w, https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/310\/3294_slh_clinic_20230324-1440x360.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h2>Culturally Responsive Practice in Speech-Language Pathology, graduate certificate<\/h2>\n<p>The Culturally Responsive Practice in Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Certificate (GCRT) offers advanced coursework designed to address the growing need for culturally and linguistically diverse practices within the field of speech-language pathology (SLP).<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>For Current MS in CSD Students: This certificate can be completed alongside the MS in CSD program without requiring additional credits or extending the program length.<\/li>\n<li>For Practicing Clinicians: This certificate enhances professional expertise in working with diverse populations, equipping SLPs with the skills needed to serve multicultural and multilingual communities effectively.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Whether you are preparing for a future in SLP or looking to expand your professional practice, this online graduate certificate provides essential tools to advance your career and make a meaningful impact in the communities you serve.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Learn more:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/csd\/culturally-responsive-practice-in-speech-language-pathology-graduate-certificate\/\">Culturally Responsive Practice in Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Certificate (GCRT)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/csd\/summer-track-culturally-responsive-practice-in-slp-gcrt-course-sequence\/\">Summer Track &amp; Culturally Responsive Practice in Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Certificate Course Sequence<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) licensure information<\/h3>\n<p>If you plan to be employed as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant in Arizona, the SLPA license is issued by the\u00a0 <a href=\"http:\/\/www.azdhs.gov\/\">Arizona Department of Health Services<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Some people choose to become licensed SLPAs (or their state\u2019s equivalent), intending to apply to our CSD master\u2019s program later.\u00a0 If you are seeking a <strong>Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) License, you may take those classes through any accredited institution.<\/strong> Be sure to include all seven of our discipline prerequisite courses as part of your SLPA program. <strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- shortcode-right-column -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-right-column\" >\n    <div class=\"shortcode-right-column__container\"><\/p>\n<p><!-- shortcode-contact -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-contact\">\n    <div class=\"contact-header\">\n        <h3>Dr. Jeff Meeks, Associate Teaching Professor<\/h3>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"contact-body\">\n                <a href=\"mailto:Jeffrey.Meeks@nau.edu\u00a0\" aria-label=\"Dr. Jeff Meeks, Associate Teaching Professor: Email Address\" title=\"Email Address\">\n            <div class=\"contact-icon-container\">\n                <i class=\"fas fa-envelope\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                <span class=\"sr-only\">Email:<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"contact-email\">Jeffrey.Meeks&#8203;@nau.edu\u00a0<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n                        <a href=\"tel:928-523-6155\" aria-label=\"Dr. Jeff Meeks, Associate Teaching Professor: Telephone Number\" title=\"Telephone Number\">\n            <div class=\"contact-icon-container\">\n                <i class=\"fas fa-phone\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                <span class=\"sr-only\">Call:<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"contact-phone\">928-523-6155<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- shortcode-right-column -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-right-column\" >\n    <div class=\"shortcode-right-column__container\"><\/p>\n<p><!-- shortcode-block -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-block\">\n      <div class=\"block-header\">\n        <h3>Informational video<\/h3>\n    <\/div>\n          <div class=\"block-body\">\n      <div><\/p>\n<p>This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=KthFnP-OSUE\">video<\/a> answers frequently asked questions about our undergraduate offerings, including the SLPA certificate.<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n          <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- shortcode-right-column -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-right-column\" >\n    <div class=\"shortcode-right-column__container\"><\/p>\n<p><!-- shortcode-block -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-block\">\n      <div class=\"block-header\">\n        <h3>Clinical educators affiliated with CSD<\/h3>\n    <\/div>\n          <div class=\"block-body\">\n      <div><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/csd\/clinical-educators-affiliated-with-csd\/\">Clinical Educators<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n          <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- shortcode-right-column -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-right-column\" >\n    <div class=\"shortcode-right-column__container\"><\/p>\n<p><!-- shortcode-block -->\n<div class=\"shortcode-block\">\n      <div class=\"block-header\">\n        <h3>State-by-state licensure information <\/h3>\n    <\/div>\n          <div class=\"block-body\">\n      <div><\/p>\n<p>To determine if our program meets the professional licensure education requirements for your state, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.nau.edu\/compliance-and-authorization\/professional-licensure-by-state\/\">Professional Licensure by State website<\/a> and scroll down to<em> Clinical Speech-Language Pathology<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n          <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Undergraduate and graduate certificates Northern Arizona University&#8217;s Communication Sciences and Disorders department offers two undergraduate certificates available online or in-person, and one graduate certificate in-person. 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