Communication Sciences and Disorders

The Communications Sciences and Disorders (CSD) Department provides academic and professional education for entry-level clinical practice in speech-language pathology, equipping students with knowledge and skills in normal and abnormal speech, language, cognition, swallowing, and hearing.

The Master of Science (MS) education program in Speech-language Pathology (residential) at UT San Antonio Health Science Center 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, MD 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700.

The curriculum design of the Master of Science program is interdisciplinary, incorporating problem-based learning approaches across teaching, clinical work, research, and service activities, in collaboration with other programs across the university, to achieve excellence in interprofessional education. The curriculum provides a multifaceted learning environment, including classroom, laboratory, and clinical practicum experiences.