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Communication Sciences and Disorders Program

Communication Sciences and Disorders Program

Regular Hours
M - F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mailing Address
Communication Sciences and Disorders
400 W. First St.
Chico, CA 95929-0350

Location: Aymer J. Hamilton Building 100
Phone: 530-898-5871
Email: cmsd@csuchico.edu

Communication Sciences and Disorders Program

The Communication Sciences and Disorders Program offers a Bachelor of Science, a Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders, and a Speech-Language Services credential.

Explore Our Programs

Communication Sciences and Disorders BS
Open the door to a rewarding career where you will help clients of all ages unlock the power of communication. Your degree will prepare you to work in healthcare, education, research, or start your own practice.
Communication Sciences and Disorders MS
Chico State’s Master of Science in Communication and Sciences Disorders (CMSD) prepares students for certification and licensure as speech-language pathologists and audiologists.

Student Resources

CME Student Success Team
Providing support for every CME student from orientation through graduation. We foster students' well-being, learning, and sense of belonging.
Clubs and Organizations
Explore a variety of student clubs and organizations within the College of CME. Join a club to make friends and develop professional connections.
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Faculty and Staff
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Clinic for Communication Disorders
The Clinic for Communication Disorders (CCD) is located on the Chico State campus and provides both diagnostic and rehabilitative services for individuals with communication disorders.
Graduate Program Application Process
Find out more detailed instructions on our application process, FAQs, and more!
Student Achievement Data
Information on PRAXIS Exam, Graduation Rates, and employment rates.

Accreditation

The Communication Sciences and Disorders MS education program in speech-language pathology (residential) at California State University, Chico 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.

Also housed in the CMSD program is the Clinic for Communication Disorders and the campus chapter of the National Student Speech-Language-Hearing Association (NSSLHA).

Banner recognizing Academic Accreditation for Speech-Language Pathology.

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