Transform Your Future with Monmouth’s SLP Master’s Program
Become a competent, compassionate, and creative clinician prepared for work in diverse environments such as schools, hospitals, rehabilitiation services, and private practice.
Why Choose Monmouth for Your SLP Degree?
CAA Accredited
The Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed.) education program in speech-language pathology (residential) at Monmouth 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, MD 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700.
Pathway to ASHA Certification
Graduates are prepared for entry-level practice and, after completing their post-graduate Clinical Fellowship (CF), become eligible for the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP). When you hold ASHA Certification—the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC)—you have more opportunities for employment, mobility, career advancement, professional credibility, and more, because the CCC is recognized by nearly every state’s regulatory agency.
Extensive Clinical Experience
Complete 400 hours of supervised clinical practicum through on-campus clinic and external placements, giving real-world experience before graduation.
Cohort-Based, Supportive Environment
Small cohort model lets you learn alongside the same peers throughout the program, building community and support.
Professional Outcomes That Matter
With an M.S.Ed. in Speech-Language Pathology from Monmouth, you’re equipped to help individuals of all ages with communication and swallowing disorders, from pediatric language delays to adult neurological impairments. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for speech-language pathologists is expected to grow by 18% through 2033. U.S. News & World Report ranked speech-language pathologist No. 9 on its 2025 Top 100 Jobs in America list and in 2025, the national median annual speech-language pathologist salary was $89,290.
On-site, hands on clinical experiences are availabile in the following settings:
- Monmouth University’s Center for Speech and Language Disorders
- Hospitals and rehabilitation centers
- Public and private schools
- Preschools and early-intervention programs
- Home health agencies
- Long-term care and assisted living facilities
Immersive Clinical Experience in Speech-Language Pathology
Monmouth’s full-time SLP program uniquely blends rigorous coursework with immediate clinical practice. Starting in your first fall semester, you will actively plan and carry out live therapy with individuals experiencing communication disorders. Paired with our Bridge Pathway for students needing prerequisites, our structured curriculum ensures you gain essential hands-on experience while staying on track toward graduation.
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