Students at Work
San José State University's location in the Silicon Valley makes it an exceptionally rewarding learning environment for students.
What is Spartan Squad?
Spartan Squad is the official student athletic booster program of San José State University supporting SJSU athletics. Founded in the Fall of 2005 by Matthew Olivieri and Brad Villeggiante, with support from Associated Students, the Squad increases SJSU pride, unity and spirit throughout the student body.
Spartans Transform Construction Site into a Work of Art
An SJSU Art student painting a mural, located by the Student Union, in front of the Art Building. Students have decided to paint the wall that was put up after construction started in order to celebrates the continuity of the past and present by showcasing artist self-portraits of the past five hundred years.
Quick Links
- CD&S Department Room Request
- Catalog listings for CDS Courses
- Course Sequence for BA in CDS
- Directions to SJSU
- Graduate Studies
- Grants
- Greensheets
- Student Outcomes Data
- Retention Policy
- Strategic Plan
- Student Organization (NSSLHA)
- University Requirements for BA in CDS
- CD&S Impaction Guidelines
- CD&S Academic Standards Policy
- Clinic Handbook
Department Announcements
New Deadlines for Undergraduate Graduation Applications:
Summer 2013: May 1st
Fall 2013: May 1st
Spring 2014: November 1st (of the preceding year)
Undergraduate Graduation Application [pdf]
Office of the Registrar's Calendar
Graduate Program Informational Meetings for Prospective Students:
Every year we receive a high volume of calls and emails from prospective students
requesting information about our graduate program and application procedures. In order
to best respond to these inquiries, we are now conducting monthly informational meetings.
As such, individualized meetings will not be scheduled for prospective students. Therefore, you must attend an informational meeting if you have any questions about the program or the application
process. Before you apply to our program, please read the application instruction
letter that is posted on the Admissions portion of our website.
UPDATE: At this time, there will be no more informational meetings for the Fall 2013 application
year. We wish our Fall 2013 applicants good luck as we look forward to receiving your
applications!
Job Opportunities: The department is seeking qualified, licensed SLP clinicians to apply for the pool for temporary faculty positions and clinical supervisors. Please send resumes to june.mccullough@sjsu.edu
Important Information for International Student Applicants: Please go to the Admissions link above for important information regarding application requirements for Fall 2013.
Grievance Policy: Please review the policy regarding filing a grievance/complaint with the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Pathology.
ASHA Accredited: The Masters (M.A.) education program in Speech-Language Pathology at San Jose State
University is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and
Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 2200
Research Boulevard #310, Rockville, Maryland 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700
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Welcome!
Welcome to the Department of Communicative Disorders and Sciences (CD&S) web page. The program at SJSU was one of the first programs in California and we have a rich 40+ year history of providing excellent academic preparation and clinical experiences to prepare students for careers as speech-language pathologists, audiologists and individuals interested in pursuing doctoral study in either area.
Students in CD&S are seeking careers in the professions of speech-language pathology or audiology. Speech-language pathologists identify, evaluate and treat children and adults with speech-language, cognitive-communicative, and/or swallowing disorders. Audiologists identify, diagnose, and treat individuals with hearing or balance disorders. Parade Magazine recently identified a career as a Speech-Language Pathologist in their top 5 bright spots in the current economy.
Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, SJSU features a culturally and linguistically diverse educational environment. The CD&S Department reflects this diversity in its student body and faculty. The speech-language pathology program is accredited by the Council of Academic Accreditation and is an approved program of the California Licensing Board in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, and of the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
Mission Statement:
The Mission of the Department of Communicative Disorders and Sciences is to provide high-quality academic and clinical preparation to students seeking careers working with individuals who have speech, language and hearing disorders, and their families. Guided by principles of evidence-based practice and working in collaboration with other professionals, our graduates will adhere to the highest ethical standard in serving the needs of our diverse community.
Equal Opportunity Policy:
The Department of Communicative Disorders and Sciences is committed to the principle of equal opportunity. The University, College and Department do not discriminate in the delivery of professional services or the conduct of research scholarly activity on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender-identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, physical characteristics or disability.