Dr. Jeff Meeks, Associate Teaching Professor
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Undergraduate and graduate certificates
Northern Arizona University’s Communication Sciences and Disorders department offers two undergraduate certificates available online or in-person, and one graduate certificate in-person.
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Certificate, undergraduate certificate
If you are interested in becoming a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) and working as support personnel to a speech-language pathologist, this program may be right for you. Many prefer the flexibility of our online courses given their busy lifestyles.
The SLPA certificate meets the minimum speech-language pathology technical coursework requirements required for licensure in Arizona and ASHA certification. A supervised clinical interaction experience is also required for licensure, which can be fulfilled through elective coursework.
To apply to the SLPA certificate, please use the NAU First year or Transfer applications. Do not complete the non-degree application.
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Speech-Language Pathology Graduate School Preparation Certificate, undergraduate certificate
The Speech-Language Pathology Graduate School Preparation (SLPGSP) undergraduate certificate is designed for students who have completed, or are in the process of completing, a bachelor’s degree in a non-CSD major and are seeking a pathway to fulfill the prerequisite courses required for admission to a graduate degree program and enter the workforce as a speech-language pathologist. The SLPGSP certificate is not eligible for financial aid unless the student is enrolled in another degree program (another major at NAU).
To apply to the Grad Prep certificate, please use the NAU First year or Transfer applications. Do not complete the non-degree application.
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Culturally Responsive Practice in Speech-Language Pathology, graduate certificate
The Culturally Responsive Practice in Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Certificate (GCRT) offers advanced coursework designed to address the growing need for culturally and linguistically diverse practices within the field of speech-language pathology (SLP).
- For Current MS in CSD Students: This certificate can be completed alongside the MS in CSD program without requiring additional credits or extending the program length.
- For Practicing Clinicians: This certificate enhances professional expertise in working with diverse populations, equipping SLPs with the skills needed to serve multicultural and multilingual communities effectively.
Whether you are preparing for a future in SLP or looking to expand your professional practice, this online graduate certificate provides essential tools to advance your career and make a meaningful impact in the communities you serve.
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Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) licensure information
If you plan to be employed as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant in Arizona, the SLPA license is issued by the Arizona Department of Health Services.
Some people choose to become licensed SLPAs (or their state’s equivalent), intending to apply to our CSD master’s program later. If you are seeking a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) License, you may take those classes through any accredited institution. Be sure to include all seven of our discipline prerequisite courses as part of your SLPA program.