Phyllis J. Washington College of
Education and Human Sciences

Communicative Sciences and Disorders 

The Phyllis J. Washington College of Education and Human Sciences at The University of Montana offers a degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders that prepares students to work as professionals in the areas of speech-language pathology.  Speech-language pathology offers an excellent career path for work in clinical areas within education and allied health.  There is a critical need for speech-language pathologists to work in many settings including, schools, hospitals and public and private clinics.  Speech-anguage pathologists work with people experiencing challenges with communication across the life span.  Professional positions are readily available across Montana, most other states, and internationally.

The Communicative Sciences and Disorders program is designed to meet rigorous standards set by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).  It also carries the benefit of excellent preparation and support from The University of Montana.

Mission of the Department of Communicative Sciences and Disorders:
The mission of Department of Communicative Sciences and Disorders at The University of Montana, academic and clinical program, is to mentor students of strong personal character and to establish in them a commitment to lifelong learning and interest in the process of communication.  The program is committed to the use of state of the art technology in bringing academic and clinical education to Montana.  It is to develop within each student, compassion toward their clients and a research posture in their service delivery.  Through the program's emphasis on typical and atypical speech, language, and hearing, students gain knowledge, skills, and values that foster their individual growth as well as a passion for contributing to society and improving the lives of others.