Overview, Mission, and Goals

Program Overview

In less than two years, complete your Speech-Language Pathology Doctorate degree entirely online with just one three-day summer residency. This is your opportunity to advance your career and support the unique needs of diverse populations through interprofessional education and evidence-based practices.

In your final year of the program, you’ll have the opportunity to work one-on-one with a mentor in a specialized area of focus. The mentorship is completely individualized and focused on your specific career goals. For example, you can learn more in the content areas of dysphagia and dyslexia, or you can dive deeper into teaching and learning practices, lead a statewide advocacy project, conduct clinical research, or develop a business plan for your own private practice. The possibilities are endless.

Program Outcomes

Within five academic semesters, you’ll have elevated your confidence, skills, and knowledge to benefit your career as a speech-language pathologist. Upon completion of the program, you’ll be able to:

  • Develop proficiency in advancing the field through the application of empirical evidence.
  • Refine the ability to lead and advocate for change in healthcare or education policies.
  • Inspire others through effective communication, innovation, and strategic decision-making.
  • Translate research findings into clinical practice, evaluate program effectiveness, and promote the adoption of best practices.
  • Design high-impact and inclusive teaching and learning processes that meet the needs of adults in higher education and adult learning settings within K–12 school-based systems locally, nationally, or globally.

Vision Statement

The Moravian University Speech-Language Pathology Doctorate (SLPD) will be recognized for its commitment to advanced clinical practice through interprofessional collaboration and culturally responsive practices that empower graduates to become leaders within the profession and promote equity within the communities they serve.

Mission

The Speech-Language Pathology Doctorate (SLPD) at Moravian University is a clinical doctorate committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment that values and celebrates diversity. Our mission is to prepare scholar-practitioners who are leaders in the field committed to addressing the unique needs of diverse populations through interprofessional education and evidence-based practices.