Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders

Dr. Bryan Ness
Chair
Director, Graduate Program in Speech Language Pathology
Phone 951.552.8956

Faculty Information

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders houses pre-professional training programs for students interested in pursuing careers in speech-language pathology, audiology, or other related fields. Our Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program is accredited by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association and prepares students for state licensure and preliminary Speech Services teaching credential. Graduates may choose career paths within the full spectrum of professional practice including education, healthcare, or private practice settings. The Master of Science is the entry-level degree for the field of speech-language pathology and our program has excellent graduation and employment rates.

Our faculty are committed to providing excellent classroom and clinical instruction. Students enjoy learning about the professions through the lens of a Christian worldview and by faculty who are experts in their respective fields.