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Clinical Counseling & Mental Health
Master of Science in Addiction Counseling
MSAC Academic Progression
MSAC Clinical Study
MSAC Curriculum and Outcomes
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
MSMH Academic Progression
MSMH Clinical Study
MSMH Curriculum and Outcomes
Master of Science in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
MSCR Academic Progression
MSCR Clinical Study
MSCR Curriculum and Outcomes
Healthcare Management & Leadership
Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management
Master of Science in Healthcare Administration & Graduate Certificates
Laboratory Sciences & Primary Care
Second Degree & Certificate in Medical Laboratory Science
MLS - Online Important Contacts and Campus Information
MLS - Online Overview of Program
MLS - Online Curriculum
MLS - Online Professional Conduct
MLS - Online Academic Policies and Progression
MLS - Online Technology Requirements
MLS - Online Testing Policy and Procedures
MLS - Online Preceptorship Information
MLS - Online Certification
MLS - Online Additional Student Policies
MLS - Online Appendix
Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science
MLS - Traditional Important Contacts and Campus Information
MLS - Traditional Overview of Program
MLS - Traditional Curriculum
MLS - Traditional Professional Conduct
MLS - Traditional Academic Policies and Progression
MLS - Traditional Technology Requirements
MLS - Traditional Testing Policy and Procedures
MLS - Traditional Preceptorship Information
MLS - Traditional Certification
MLS - Traditional Additional Student Policies
MLS - Traditional Master of Science in Healthcare Administration Track
MLS - Traditional Appendix
Master of Science in Molecular Pathology
MP Important Contacts and Campus Information
MP Overview of Program
MP Curriculum
MP Professional Conduct
MP Academic Policies and Progression
MP Technology Requirements
MP Testing Policy and Procedures
MP Preceptorship Information
MP Certification
MP Additional Student Policies
MP Appendix
Master of Physician Assistant Studies
PA Welcome
PA Important Contacts and General Information
PA Overview of the Program
PA Professionalism and Conduct
PA Curriculum
PA Academic Policies, Progression, and Graduation
PA Clerkship Specific Policies
PA Appendices
Rehabilitation Sciences
Master of Athletic Training
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (Entry-Level)
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (Post-Professional)
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Doctor of Science in Physical Therapy
Doctor of Science in Rehabilitation Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy in Rehabilitation Science
Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences Traditional and Post-Baccalaureate Second Degree
SLHS Mission Statement
SLHS Learning Outcomes
SLHS Technical Standards
SLHS Academic Progression and Counseling Policies
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
SLP Mission Statement
SLP Technical Standards
SLP Knowledge and Skills Learning Outcomes
SLP Academic Progression and Counseling Policies
SLP Comprehensive Exam, Thesis
Doctor of Audiology
AuD Mission Statement
AuD Technical Standards
AuD Knowledge and Skills Learning Outcomes
AuD Academic Progression and Counseling Policies
AuD Comprehensive Exams, Clinical Research Project
SLHS Technical Standards
Technical Standards
The technical standards of the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences reflect the functions that are considered essential to the pre-professions of audiology and speech-language pathology. Ability to meet these technical standards is required for admission to the undergraduate program and must be maintained throughout the time a student is enrolled in the program. These standards are subject to amendment based on changes in health care/scope of practice.
In keeping with applicable federal and state law regarding disabilities, we are committed to making reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform successfully in our department. Any student with a disability who is accepted to the undergraduate program must contact the Office of Student Disability Services located in Lubbock - 2C412 by telephone at 806-743-1926 or by email, disabilityservices@ttuhsc.edu, as soon as possible. The Office of Student Disability Services will evaluate the student, confirm that the stated condition qualifies as a disability under applicable laws, and determine what accommodations are reasonable.
To successfully complete the undergraduate program in the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences, an individual must meet the following technical standards:
1. Observation
a. Observe patients’ activity and behavior accurately during assessment and treatment procedures.
b. Accurately monitor, through both visual and auditory modalities, materials and equipment used for assessment and treatment of patients.
2. Communication
a. Communicate professionally (orally and in writing) as required for coursework and clinical practicum to ensure patient safety.
b. Use technology to meet requirements of courses and clinical practicum (e.g., computer skills including but not limited to internet access, word processing and spreadsheet programs, learning management systems, and electronic health records).
3. Cognition
a. Comprehend, integrate, and synthesize a large body of information in a short period of time.
b. Read, comprehend, record, and interpret information accurately from diagnostic tests, equipment, and patient records to ensure patient safety.
c. Accurately self-assess clinical skills and academic performance.
4. Social Behavioral Skills
a. Demonstrate respect for individual, social, and cultural differences in fellow students, faculty, staff, patients, and patients’ families during clinical and academic interactions.
b. Demonstrate flexibility and the ability to adjust to changing situations and uncertainty in academic and clinical situations.
c. Conduct oneself in an ethical and legal manner, demonstrating honesty, integrity, and professionalism in all interactions and situations.
5. Motor Skills
a. Sustain the necessary physical activity level required for classroom and clinical activities during the defined workday.
b. Efficiently manipulate testing and treatment environment, materials, and equipment.
c. Access transportation to attend academic courses.
I understand and acknowledge that I must meet the technical standards required for this degree program in order to complete the program.
Undergraduate Enrollment in Graduate Courses
Undergraduates who have at least a 3.0 GPA in the major may enroll for courses carrying graduate credit, subject to the approval of the course instructor and the graduate program director. Undergraduates permitted to enroll for graduate work are expected to receive their bachelor’s degree within a year of their first graduate enrollment. An undergraduate may not receive credit for more than 12 semester hours of graduate work prior to admission to the graduate program.
Admission Standards for the Undergraduate SLHS Program
Admission standards for the traditional SLHS program include a cumulative GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale). Placement in the undergraduate program is competitive; meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee a student will be admitted. Admission standards for the post-baccalaureate second degree SLHS program include a cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) and a bachelor's degree from an accredited university. Placement in the undergraduate program is competitive; meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee a student will be admitted.