General Information What can I do with a degree in hearing and speech sciences?
The field of Speech-Language Pathology deals with the diagnosis and remediation of speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing problems in children and adults. The field of Audiology deals with the measurement of hearing and the rehabilitation of those with hearing impairments. Opportunities are available to work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, nursing facilities, as well as private practice and educational settings with populations that range from infants through older adults. Research in these fields is also a viable option for those with a degree in hearing and speech sciences. For more information on the professions, please see the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association website. The Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) in Hearing & Speech Sciences provides the necessary background for graduate training in Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology and Hearing, and Language or Speech Sciences. Because a graduate degree is required in most American jurisdictions for
