Communication is interwoven into nearly every aspect of daily life, so much so that we rarely think twice about what it takes to speak a sentence or hear the lyrics to a song.
The Nicholls communicative disorders bachelor’s degree program prepares students for the rewarding opportunity to help individuals overcome problems related to speech, language and hearing. The Jo Carol Nolen Speech-Language and Hearing Center provides students with an opportunity to obtain hands-on experience helping various community members.
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Students study language, speech and hearing disorders as well as their treatment. They also earn course credits by working directly with clients at the Jo Carol Nolen Speech-Language and Hearing Center on campus and at affiliated off-site facilities.
Upon successful completion of the program, students can work as a speech-language pathology assistant or complete a master’s or doctorate program to become a fully certified speech-language pathologist or audiologist.
Make a Difference
Get hands-on experience helping various community members — from a child with a speech delay to an adult with a stuttering problem — at the Jo Carol Nolen Speech-Language and Hearing Center. Clinical hours earned by communicative disorders majors can be applied toward hours needed for Louisiana state licensure and graduate training.
Why become a speech-language pathologist or audiologist?
You can make a difference by:
- helping others with speech-language and hearing impairments,
- serving community members and
- making a positive difference in people’s lives.
You can also:
- enjoy a career with academic and intellectual challenge,
- contribute to the development of new techniques and use technology,
- work as part of a team or work independently,
- enjoy job flexibility with different work setting options and
- earn a good living.
Learn more at the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Web site.