Communication Disorders

It is easy to take our communication abilities for granted. When delays, disorders, or diseases cause communication or swallowing difficulties, people need help. Geneva’s Communication Disorders program helps prepare students for graduate school and becoming speech-language pathologists or audiologists who have a love for God and a heart for helping people live richer lives.

Geneva prepares you to make a meaningful impact in your career, community and life.

Clinical Experience

Train alongside local certified speech language pathologists in schools, hospitals, nursing homes, or private clinics

Geneva Chapter of NSSLHA

Engage in service opportunities and peer mentorships with other students

Prepare for Advanced Studies

Fulfill prerequisite courses for top graduate programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders

Cooperative Programs

Three local universities have reserved admission for Geneva students

Key Courses

Sign Language

Learn basic vocabulary and sentence structure of American Sign Language to assist in working with diverse populations.

Introduction to Audiology

Study sound, the ear, hearing disorders, and treatments in this intro course for future speech-language pathologists or audiologists.

Phonetics

Explore the science of speech sound production, perception, and transcription.

Neurological Foundations of Language and Cognition

Examine the way the brain affects communication, cognition, and swallowing, and how you can help adults with disorders.

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Experienced & Accomplished Faculty

Susan Layton

Associate Professor of Communication and Communication Disorders, Department Chair

Jonathan Watt

Professor of Biblical Studies, Chair of Department of Bible Christian Ministries and Philosophy

Kim Arata

Assistant Professor of Communication Disorders, CDS Program Director

Career Outcomes

Graduates who aspire to have an impact in their communities and their careers through a Geneva Education gain expertise in this field enhanced by academics rooted in Christian values and ethics in Geneva’s program.

94%

Of Geneva graduates from the past 10 years have been accepted into schools across the country, including the top ten Speech-Language Pathology programs in the nation.

“My time as a Geneva Communication Disorders student was truly a life changing experience. Not only did I discover speech language pathology, but I also got to experience God’s love through my professors and assignments. While learning all of the different aspects of speech, we also focused on seeing people the way that God sees people. Finally, I learned the importance of kindness in our field as I got to work one on one with children from all different backgrounds during my Clinical Experience. I can honestly say I feel well prepared for graduate school and am so thankful for my time in the program.” Jenae Brendle ‘20

Be prepared for careers such as...

Speech-Language Pathologist
Audiologist
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Audiology Assistant

Further your impact...

Open your own speech therapy practice and work within the community
Work in schools for blind and deaf students, or help special needs children through swallow therapy
Provide valuable research through studying Speech and Hearing Sciences

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