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Communication Sciences and Disorders

Gain numerous, invaluable skills through experiential learning and working with expert faculty.

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Learn how to diagnose, treat and support individuals with communication, cognitive, and swallowing challenges. Through a comprehensive and diverse curriculum, you’ll gain insight on how to evaluate and best assist individuals across a variety of ages and disorders. Coursework provides the foundation for graduate study in speech-language pathology and audiology. Beginning in the fall of 2024, this degree will be available completely online in addition to face-to-face instruction; there is also an online second-degree option for students changing careers.

For those working on their first bachelor’s degree, students can choose the on-campus program or the fully online program. Students who apply for the fully online program are admitted as pre-CSD online and will need to complete the application-to-major process.

Second-Degree Seekers

For those who have already earned a bachelor’s degree and are transitioning to the field of CSD, there is a post-baccalaureate program that can be completed in-person or online.

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Program Details

Degree Types
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Degree Level undergraduate
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Program Length 4 years
Campus
Eau Claire
Offered
On Campus
Online
Requires a minor No
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Skill-Building Facilities

The Communication and Sciences Disorders department provides valuable clinical training experience while using some of the industry's latest technology. Our highly-equipped, on-campus lab includes 16 therapy rooms with direct observation facilities, two group treatment spaces, an assistive technology lab, and mobile speech, voice, and audiology equipment. Here you’ll work directly with clients of the Chippewa Valley community, boosting your confidence and building skills that will benefit you in your future career. 

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Instructional Internships

The chance to explore teaching and positions within an academic setting is available to all communication sciences and disorders students, thanks to the department's innovative instructional internships program. This unique opportunity allows you to learn about course development and implementation; explore teaching, paraprofessional and classroom aid career paths; and build on your existing industry knowledge. 

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Unique Learning Opportunties

The annual Chippewa Valley Aphasia Camp connects you directly with members of the community who have aphasia, a communication disorder caused by brain damage. Working closely with Mayo Clinic Health System, you'll gain incredible insight through the learn-by-doing mentality of the camp while fostering impactful relationships. Many graduates have described this experience as being a highlight of their university career.

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Connection to Local Employers

An annual Nursing & Health Care Professional Fair will further connect you to a variety of employers, including hospitals, clinics, community agencies, and schools. This fair is specifically for those looking to enter the healthcare field. The event is an excellent opportunity to make connections and submit your resume for current and future job openings.

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100% Online
This program can be completed entirely online.
100% Employed or Continuing Education
Every 2022-2023 graduate from this major is currently employed or continuing their education.
Guaranteed Clinical Experience
100% of students in this major participate in real-world experiences before graduation.
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What can I do

Where can the communication sciences and disorders program lead me after graduation?

Our renowned communication sciences and disorders program prepares you for graduate school as well as a career in the healthcare field. Graduates go on to pursue a rewarding career working in medical, educational and professional settings. 

For those interested in becoming a speech-language pathologist, UW-Eau Claire offers a master's degree in communication sciences and disorders.

Example Careers

  • Speech-language pathology assistant
  • Rehabilitation aide
  • Family advocate
  • Special education paraprofessional
  • Volunteer coordinator
  • Medical equipment sales

Recent Graduates

Speech-Language Pathologist
Marshfield Medical Center
Wisconsin

Pediatric Audiologist
Children’s Hospital
Wisconsin

Special Education Assistant
Eau Claire Area School District
Wisconsin

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SampleCourses

All communication sciences and disorders students participate in integrated classroom and clinical experiences that develop their clinical competence. Taught by supportive, expert faculty, you'll find your niche and discover where you'll have the biggest impact helping others.

Here are a few courses in Communication Sciences and Disorders at UW-Eau Claire.

CSD 256

Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing

Anatomy and physiology of the speech mechanism (respiration, phonation, resonation, articulation) and of hearing, including the related neurology.

CSD 326

Voice and Resonance Disorders

Normal aspects of respiration, phonation, and resonance. Causes and characteristics of various voice and resonance disorders. Introduction to the prevention, evaluation, and treatment of voice and resonance disorders. Introduction to speech/voice instrumentation.

CSD 331

Child Language Disorders

Characteristics of language disorders in children from birth through adolescence as well as assessment and intervention strategies appropriate for that population.

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