• Students in ASL class

    ASL Studies

    Our American Sign Language Studies minor complements many degrees in the College of Health and Human Services and across campus.

  • Students and client with cochlear implant at clinic

    Audiology

    Our Au.D. program prepares audiologists to excel in a variety of clinical settings.

  • SLP faculty and students

    Speech-language pathology

    Our SLP students are preparing to work in a variety of clinical settings.

  • SLP faculty and student sitting at computer

    Mentored research

    Mentored research opportunities can be one of the most positive experiences in your academic career.

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Information Sessions

Grad Program Open House

Open house for the speech-language pathology master's degree program.

  • March 22 from 2 to 5 p.m.
  • Open House RSVP

    Please indicate which open house you'd like to attend in the email.

Virtual Visit Days

Learn about our programs by speaking with faculty and advisors.

  • February 6 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
  • March 15 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
  • Virtual Visit RSVP

    Please indicate which session you'd like to attend in the email.

Prepare for a great career

 
When you’re a student in WMU's Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences, you will experience unique academic, research and clinical opportunities, preparing you to be part of the next generation of speech, language and hearing professionals.

The fields of audiology and speech-language pathology are both highly ranked in US News and World Reports’ listing of healthcare jobs. The employment rate is rising in both fields and both career paths offer a wide range of work environments. These are good paying careers that are highly rewarding and highly impactful.

Our programs

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What is an Audiologist?

Audiologists are health care professionals who can help prevent, diagnose and treat hearing and balance disorders for people of all ages, from infants to older adults.

Career Info   Our Au.D. program

What is an SLP?

Speech-language pathologists are experts in communication who work with individuals of all ages and treat many types of communication and swallowing problems.

Career info   Our M.A. program

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Part-time instructional opportunities

To be considered for part-time instructional positions, please submit a resume and cover letter stating the courses you are interested in teaching. Email your packet to Dr. Laura DeThorne, chair of the Department of Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences.

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