Departmental Handbook

DEPARTMENTAL HANDBOOK

2008-2009

The Department of

Communicative Sciences & Disorders

MichiganStateUniversity

East Lansing, Michigan48824-1220

Advancing Knowledge -- Transforming Lives

Communication -- The Power to Change

(Revised: 8/9/08)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Degree Programs Overview and Departmental Mission Statement...... 1

Bachelor of Arts Degree Program Summary...... 3

Master of Arts Degree Program...... 5

Requirements for Admission to the M.A. Degree Program...... 5

Provisional Admission Status...... 6

Graduate Curriculum and Course Work...... 6

Study Abroad...... 10

Advising...... 10

M.A. Degree Program Options...... 11

Academic Standards for the M.A. Degree Program...... 11

Requirements for the M.A. Degree...... 12

Clinical Practicum Requirements...... 12

Procedures for M.A. Degree Plan A (Thesis Option)...... 13

Procedures for M.A. Degree Plan B (Non-Thesis Option)...... 14

Academic Review in the M.A. Degree Program...... 17

Verification of M.A. Degree Requirements...... 17

Final Semester Enrollment...... 17

Teacher Certification...... 18

M.A. Degree Program Forms Listing...... 19

Doctor of Philosophy Degree Program...... 20

Requirements for Admission to the Ph.D. Degree Program...... 22

Requirements for the Ph.D. Degree...... 23

Ph.D. Degree Program Forms Listing...... 26

Other Relevant Information

Faculty...... 27

Scholarly Integrity in Research and Creative Activities...... 27

Research Involving Human Research Participants...... 31

Research Involving Animals...... 32

Use of Clinic Patients as Research Participants...... 32

Research Equipment and Labor...... 32

Loaning of Equipment...... 33

Conflict Resolution...... 33

Course Evaluations...... 35

Student Records Policy...... 35

Time Limits for Graduate Degrees...... 36

Transfer of Credits...... 36

Financial Aid...... 36

Student Representation on Committees...... 38

Organizational Membership...... 39

Participation in Symposia...... 40

Interdepartmental Specializations...... 40

Speech-Language and Hearing Screening...... 41

Independent Study...... 41

Diploma Cards...... 41

Parking Permits...... 42

Student Travel Policy...... 42

Physical Facilities...... 42

Clinical Practicum Education Resource Room...... 43

Departmental Web Site...... 43

Information Technology Support...... 43

Employment/Job Opportunities...... 43

Use of Other Departmental Computers...... 43

College Computer Laboratories...... 44

Computer Copyright Guidelines...... 44

Telephones and FAX Machines...... 44

Copy Machines...... 44

Keys...... 45

Office Supplies...... 45

Reporting of Damaged or Defective Equipment...... 45

Use of Conference, Class, or Other Rooms...... 45

Audiovisual Equipment...... 45

APPENDICES

A -- Speech-Language Pathology M.A. Degree Academic Advising Form...... 46

B -- Departmental ASHA-KASA Form...... 49

C -- Departmental ASHA-KASA Standard IV-G Summary Form...... 65

D -- Master of Arts Degree Program Forms...... 68

E -- Certification as a Teacher of the Speech and Language Impaired...... 76

F -- Ph. D.Degree Program Forms...... 78

G -- ASHA Code of Ethics...... 93

H -- Departmental Facilities...... 97

I -- Departmental Personnel...... 100

J -- Faculty Laboratories...... 105

Degree ProgramsOverview andMission Statement

The degree programs offered by the Department of Communicative Sciences and Disorders, Michigan State University, focus on the study of both normal and disordered aspects of speech, language, voice, and hearing; and the application of such knowledge to the assessment and treatment of communication disorders. Disciplinary/professional areas addressed in the curriculum include: speech-language pathology, audiology, speech, and hearing sciences.

The Department offersan undergraduate program of study for the areas of speech-language pathology, speech and hearing sciences, and audiology leading to a Bachelor of Arts Degree. It also offers graduate study in speech-language pathology, and speech and hearing sciences leading to aMaster of Arts,and a Doctor of Philosophy degree.(Currently an administrative enrollment moratorium has been placed on the Doctor of Philosophy degree program.).

Mission Statement

The mission of the Department of Communicative Sciences and Disordersis to focus on and advance the study of normal and disordered aspects of speech, language, voice, and hearing; and on the application of such knowledge to the assessment and treatment of communicative disorders. It strives for excellence in understanding speech and language processing in a multi-cultural society. It is advancing knowledge, and transforming lives by preparing leaders in communicative sciences and disorders through teaching, research, and service.

The undergraduate program is a liberal arts and sciences based one that is preparatory for graduate study in speech-language pathology, audiology and/or speech and hearing sciences. The master’s degree program is designed to provide academic and clinical knowledge and skill for those preparing to become professionally certified speech-language pathologists. The doctoral degree program is designed to provide broad and detailed academic and research experiences, knowledge, and skill for the preparation of teacher scholars in human communication sciences and disorders. In meeting its mission the Department strives to:

provide high-quality undergraduate pre-professional academiceducation and experiences in the discipline of human communication sciences and disorders for the areas of speech-language pathology, speech and hearing sciences, and audiology;
provide high-quality bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral level academic, practicum, and research education and experiences in the discipline of human communication sciences and disorders for the areas of speech-language pathology, and speech, and hearing sciences;
provide a high-quality nationally accredited academic speech-language pathology program by meeting the accreditation standards of the Council on Academic Accreditation of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association;
discover and apply knowledge as regards the bases, nature, assessment, and treatment of communication disorders vis-à-vis human communication sciences and disorders.

Key components of the mission of Michigan State University which the Department uniquely addresses are: the discovery of practical uses for theoretical knowledge; the fostering of research and its application; the melding of professional and technical knowledge with liberal education; expanding knowledge as an end in itself as well as on behalf of society; emphasizing the application of information and contributing to the understanding of, and solutions for, societal problems.

The overall student learning goals of the Department are that the graduates of its degree programs will demonstrate an appropriate level of skill, knowledge, understanding, analysis/synthesis, application, and evaluation vis-à-vis:

the normal bases of human communication such that students will be able to describe, explain, discuss, interpret, etc. the normal processes of hearing, speech, voice, and language;

the nature and bases of human communication disorders such that students will be able to describe, explain, discuss, compare and contrast, interpret, etc. the various communication disorders of hearing, speech, voice, and language;

the assessment and evaluation of human communication disorders such that students will be able to describe, explain, discuss, demonstrate, compare and contrast, interpret, etc. the processes, procedures, tests, measurements, and instruments employed in the assessment and evaluation of communication disorders of hearing, speech, voice, and language;

the development and implementation of intervention plans and activities such that students will be able to describe, explain, discuss, demonstrate, compare and contrast, interpret, etc. the processes, procedures, tests, measurements, and instruments employed in the intervention for communication disorders of hearing, speech, voice, and language;

the evaluation and appropriate modification of intervention plans and activities such that students will be able to describe, explain, discuss, demonstrate, compare and contrast, interpret, etc. the processes, procedures, measurements, and instruments employed in the appraisal of intervention for communication disorders of hearing, speech, voice, and language;

the research base and methods of the discipline such that students will be able to describe, explain, discuss, compare and contrast, and interpret and rate the rationale, need, methods, and results of research in human communication sciences and disorders.

Bachelor of Arts Degree Program Summary

The undergraduate degree program offered by the Department ofCommunicative Sciences and Disorders, MichiganStateUniversity, focuses on the study of both normal and disordered aspects of speech, language, and hearing and the application of such knowledge to the assessment and treatment of communication disorders. Disciplinary/professional areas addressed in the curriculuminclude: speech-language pathology, audiology, and speech and hearing sciences.

The undergraduate program prepares students for graduate study in human communication sciences and disorders, providing the necessary academic background for those students who wish to pursue their graduate education and professional certification in speech-language pathology and audiology. A teaching certification programis available for those who wish to pursue such an additional credential.

A Bachelor of Arts degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders requires 120 credits with a minimum overall grade point average of a 2.0, and a minimum major grade point average of a 2.0. Of these 120 credits, 40 must be at the 300/400 level. In addition, 60 of the 120 credits need to be taken outside the College of Communication Arts and Sciences. A minimum of 39 credits and a maximum of 45 credits are required from within the Department of Communicative Sciences and Disorders. For actual undergraduate program language, refer to the Michigan State UniversityAcademic Program Catalog.

Required coursework falls into the four following areas: University, Major, Non-Major, and Electives. The following reflects the Undergraduate Program for students admitted to the College of Communication Arts and Sciences, Department ofCommunicative Sciences and Disorders.

1. University Requirements

Integrated Studies (28 credits)

Integrated Arts and Humanities

(IAH A and an IAH B Course)

Integrated Social Sciences

(1 ISS 200 level and 1 ISS 300 level course)

Integrated Physical and Biological Sciences

(1 ISP, 1 ISB, and 1 lab course)

WRA (formerly ATL) 110-195 (must have a minimum 2.0 or complete AL 201 in conjunction with IAH 201)

Math (3-5 credits) -- The University Math Requirement may be satisfied in any of the following ways:

1. By completing MTH 114, MTH 106, MTH 110, MTH 116, MTH 124,

STT 200 or STT 201.

2. A score of 19 or higher on the proctored version of the MSU Math Placement Exam.

NOTE: Students must begin their math sequence with the course their Math Placement Exam score dictates. They continue sequentially taking courses until they complete one of the courses listed in #1 of this section.

2. Non-Major/Non-departmental Courses (16-17 credits)

CSE 101 or 131

LIN 200 or LIN 401

PSY 101

PSY 244, FCE 211

PSY 295 or STT 200

3. MajorCommunicative Sciences and Disorders Courses (39-45 credits)

CSD 203: Introduction to Communicative Sciences and Disorders

CSD213: Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech and Hearing Mechanism*

CSD 232: Descriptive Phonetics*

CSD 303 Hearing Science (3)*

CSD 313 Speech Science (3)*

CSD333: Oral Language Development*

CSD 334: Evaluation Procedures in Audiology

CSD 364: Evaluation Procedures in Speech

Language Pathology

CSD444: Aural Rehabilitation

CSD 463: Intervention Procedures in Speech-Language Pathology

CSD391: Guidelines for Clinical Practice

CSD Elective Credits to reach the minimumof 39 CSD credits

*Must have a 2.0 GPA across these four courses

4. Electives

Necessary approved electives to reach 120 credits

As with all of the degree programs, the information presented here should be viewed as a general overview of the academic degree program information. It should not be viewed as the final authority on degree requirements. Students must consult their academic advisor to have their specific program of study approved.

Master of Arts Degree Program

A primary goal of the Master of Arts Degree Program is to prepare students for professional careers as speech-language pathologists. This is accomplished by providing advanced, intensive academic and clinical experiences designed to develop broad and deep knowledge and skills regarding the science, theories, principles, and practices fundamental to communication sciences and disorders. The Master of Arts Degree program in speech-language pathology is nationally accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

Typically, a student’s program of study consists of relevant course work, supervised clinical practicum in a minimum of 4-5 off-campus clinical externship sites, and either a master’s thesis (Plan A), or a “comprehensive” departmental final examination covering all areas of study in the discipline (Plan B). It is expected that all requirements for the M.A. degree normally will be completed within two years (i.e., 5 contiguous semesters). Although the completion of 400 clock hours of clinical practicum (i.e., 25 observation, 375 practicum (minimum of 325 at the graduate level)) is required for certification by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), this practicum experience is not required for the M.A. degree as such. Nevertheless, students typically elect to complete the practicum component, because clinical certification may ultimately be necessary for professional/employment opportunities. Students should refer to the Departmental Clinical Practicum Handbook for further information on clinical clock hours and other aspects of the Program’s clinical practicum component.

Requirements for Admission to the Master’s Degree Program

Baccalaureate Degree - For admission to the master’s degree program, a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent in speech-language pathology, audiology, or a related field is necessary.

GPA - Adequate preparation in the major field and a grade point average of at least 3.0 for the last 60 semester credit hours are minimally required for consideration of admission on a regular basis. Individuals without adequate academic background may be required to complete such prior to consideration for admission to regular status.

Application - An official application, accompanied by an application fee, must be submitted to the University Office of Admissions.

Letters of Reference - Three letters of reference are to be completed and sent directly to the Chairperson of the Admissions Subcommittee (of the Graduate Studies and Admissions Committee). The Department supplies standard forms for this purpose. At least two letters must come from undergraduate instructors.

Transcript – Two official transcripts from all colleges and universities the student has attended must be submitted to the Department.

Related Departmental forms and information requests.

Provisional Admission Status

Any student who is admitted to the M.A. Degree program on Provisional Status due to a low admissions rating/review will be obligated to meet the criteria set forth on the Recommended Action for Admission to Graduate Studies Form. A student who does not meet the provisions specified on this form will be withdrawn from the program. Such a student is required to wait a minimum of nine months from the date of withdrawal before being eligible to re-apply to the Program. If the student re-applies, the Department may specify additional provisions to possiblere-admission. Any student who is admitted to the graduate program on Provisional Status due to a low committee rating may not be dually enrolled as an undergraduate/graduate student. When the student admitted to graduate work on Provisional Status satisfactorily completes the necessary provisional work, the student's academic advisor should request the Graduate Studies and Admissions Committee to evaluate the student's performance to continue in the graduate program. Students who were accepted into the graduate program under a Provisional Status must satisfy the conditions stated on the Recommended Action for Admission to Graduate Studies Form before having their status changed to Regular Status.

Graduate Curriculum and Course Work

Courses at the 400-level or above may apply to a graduate degree with the approval of the student's academic advisor. Courses at the 400-level taken by a master’s degree student for the purpose of teacher certification (detailed below) may not be considered for graduate credit toward the M.A. degree. A minimum of four semesters of clinical practicum (CSD883) must be taken if clinical certification is desired. Students also must have a minimum of one undergraduate or graduate course covering cultural/linguistic diversity; and they must have similar academic experience for the area of phonological disorders.

Required and elective course work offered by the Department to satisfy requirements for the master’s degree in speech-language pathology is listed below by typical semester of offering. Students should consult the relevant MSU publications for pertinent information on graduate education and degree requirements as well (e.g., Academic Programs Catalog and Description of Courses).

FALL SEMESTER

Course

NumberCreditsTitle

CSD 8033Research Methods in Communicative Sciences & Disorders

CSD 8133Neuroanatomy & Physiology of Speech, Language & Hearing

CSD 823B3Motor Speech Disorders

CSD 823D3Fluency Disorders

CSD 823E3Assessment of Child Language Disorders

CSD 823J3Medical Aspects of SLP

CSD 890/990VarIndependent Study

CSD8833Clinical Practicum in SLP

CSD 914A/914B4Speech Production & Perception I/II

CSD 991/9923Special Topics/Seminar in Communicative Sciences & Disorders

CSD 9941Research Practicum

CSD 899/999VarThesis/Dissertation Research

SPRING SEMESTER

Course

NumberCreditsTitle

CSD 823A3Acquired Language Disorders

CSD 823C3Voice Disorders

CSD 823F3Language Intervention: Early Stages

CSD 823I3Cognitive-Communicative Disorders

CSD 823X3Augmentative Communication

CSD8833Clinical Practicum in SLP

CSD890/990VarIndependent Study

CSD 9913Special Topics in Communicative Sciences & Disorders

CSD 9941Research Practicum

CSD 899/999VarThesis/Dissertation Research

SUMMER SEMESTER

Course

NumberCreditsTitle

CSD 823G3Language Intervention: Later Stages

CSD 823K3Dysphagia

CSD 823L3Counseling in Communicative Disorders

CSD 823J3Manual Communication

CSD 890/990VarIndependent Study

CSD8833Clinical Practicum in SLP

CSD 9941Research Practicum

CSD 899/999VarThesis/Dissertation Research

Required Courses

CSD 803: Research Methods in Communicative Sciences & Disorders

CSD 813: Neuroanatomy & Physiology of Speech, Language & Hearing

CSD 823A: Acquired Language Disorders

CSD 823B: Motor Speech Disorders

CSD 823C: Voice Disorders

CSD 823D: Fluency Disorders

CSD 823E: Assessment of Child Lang Disorders

CSD 823F: Language Intervention: Early Stages or

CSD 843G: Language Intervention: Later Stages

CSD883: Clinical Practicum in SLP (minimum of 4 enrollments)

Note: Students are required to demonstrate knowledge and skills for the areas of phonological disorders, and linguistic/cultural diversity. They may do this by taking the following or equivalent courses at the undergraduate level, or at the graduate level. If taken at the graduate level, the credits count towards the student’s master’s degree.

CSD 433: Language Dialect Differences in Applied Contexts (or UG equivalent)

CSD 473: Phonological Disorders in Children (or UG equivalent)

Elective Courses

CSD 823K: Assessment and Treatment of Dysphagia

CSD 823I: Cognitive-Communicative Disorders

CSD 823J: Medical Aspects of Speech-Language Pathology

CSD 823X: Augmentative/Alternative Communication

CSD 843F: Advanced Rehabilitative Audiology

CSD 843J: Manual Communication for Clinical Settings

CSD 823L: Counseling in Communication Disorders

CSD 890: Independent Study

CSD 991: Special Topics in Communication Sciences & Disorders

CSD 992: Seminar in Communication Sciences & Disorders

PLAN A(thesis option):

51 total credits

24 required credits

12 practicum