The curriculum below reflects a new partnership between Boise State University and Idaho State University in allowing students to complete a Bachelors degree in Speech-Language Pathology in Boise. Students must complete the two years of course work indicated below at Boise State University and apply to the Idaho State University undergraduate Speech-Language Pathology Program-Boise Center. Upon acceptance to this competitive program, students can complete a bachelor’s degree in preparation for further education at the graduate level. A master’s degree is required for entry into the profession.
Check out the following websites for additional information:
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
- Idaho State University Communication Sciences & Disorders
- Idaho State University Meridian Center
Advisor | Email | Position and Department | Phone | Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenda Hill | ghill@boisestate.edu | Director, Pre-Professional Studies | 208-426-3832 | HSR 124 |
| Erin Colburn | erincolburn@boisestate.edu | Pre-Health/Pre-Professional Advisor | 208-426-2454 | HSR 123 |
| Howard Wiley | howardwiley@boisestate.edu | Pre-Health/Pre-Professional Advisor | 208-426-3732 | HSR 122B |
Pre-Speech Language Pathology Course Work
Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 101, 102 | English Composition | 6 |
| Arts, Humanities, and University Foundations Courses (select with our advisor) | 6 | |
| ASL 101, 102 (recommended, but not required) | Elementary Sign Language | 4-8 |
| Social Sciences (select with your advisor) | 6 | |
| COMM 101 | Fundamentals of Speech Communication | 3 |
| PSYC 101 | General Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 230 | Introduction to Multi-Ethnic Studies | 3 |
| BIOL 227 | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 4 |
| Physical Science - choose one of the following: PHYS 101, PHYS 105, CHEM 100, GEOL 100, OR GEOL 101 | 4 | |
| ENGL 202 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| MATH 108 AND MATH 254 OR MATH 123 AND PSYC 295 | Intermediate Algebra AND Applied statistics with the Computer OR Intro to Mathematical Thought AND Statistical Methods | 7-8 |
| PSYC 309 | Child Psychology | 3 |
| Suggested Electives (consult with your advisor) | 10-12 | |
| BIOL 100 | Concepts of Biology | 4 |
| BIOL 228 | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 4 |
| LING 305 | Introduction to Language Studies | 3 |
| Other electives are desirable | ||
| TOTAL | 58-69 | |
| NOTE: The preceding pathway meets the criteria to fulfill prerequisite requirements for entry into the ISU Speech-Language Pathology Program. The ISU general education core must be fulfilled. | ||
| CSED 2050 Introduction to Communication Differences & Disorders must be taken through ISU prior to acceptance in the ISU professional program. | ||