Language Development and Disorders Undergraduate Certificate

Language disorders are the most prevalent communication disorder. Typically children, adolescents and adults with language disorders are served via a team approach that includes speech-language pathologists, psychologists, neurologists, pediatricians, nurses, social workers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, school counselors, and general and special educators. This certificate is designed for undergraduate students who are not majoring or minoring in Communication Sciences and Disorders. This is for those in disciplines related to speech-language pathology who wish to pursue a special emphasis in language development and disorders in children, adolescents and adults. Certificates will be awarded only at the time of degree completion.

Degree Requirements

Required Courses

9 Total Credits

• Complete the following:
  • LIN3713 - Language Science (3)
  • LIN3716 - Language Development (3)
  • SPA4400 - Language Disorders Across the Life Span (3)

Grand Total Credits: 9

Foreign Language Requirements

• None

Total Undergraduate Credit Hours Required: 9Other Requirements

• A minimum grade of "C-" (1.75) is required in each course.
• Students must earn an overall GPA of 2.0 in courses to complete the certificate.
• At least 9 hours used in the program must be earned at UCF with the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders.
• No credit by exam (TSD, Military credit) internship or independent study may be used toward the certificate.