Maine Speech Pathology Degrees

Maine Speech-Language Pathology Degree Programs

We found only one Maine speech pathology program that is CAA-ASHA accredited. The University of Maine at Orono has a MSLP program (MA) through its Department of Comm Sci & Disorders, and is based at its Orono campus.

Students living in Maine who are interested in becoming a Speech-Language Pathologist have the ability to pursue a Master's level degree through a university that offers this program, and to then apply for state licensure and a certificate of clinical competency (CCC-SLP) through the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA).

Online SLP Masters Degrees offered in Maine and Nearby States

There are not any Universities in Maine that offers an online Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology. Consider a featuerd online program, or one in a nearby state that offers its program online.

Emerson College Online MSLP program

Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts offers an online Master of Science (M.S.) in Speech-Language Pathology Program. 54 credits are required to complete the program online. Three 1-credit seminars taken during two immersions are also required.

New York University - Online MSLP program

New York University New York, New York offers an online Master of Science (M.S.) in Speech-Language Pathology Program. 48 graduate-level credits are required to complete the program online.

Calvin University Online MSLP

Calvin University in Grand Rapids, Michigan offers an online Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Speech-Language Pathology. It takes 2 to 3 years to complete the 72 total credits required for graduation of this program.

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In Depth Review of Maine SLP Programs

University of Maine at Orono - Master of Arts (M.A.) in Speech-Language Pathology

The University of Maine offers a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Speech-Language Pathology. The program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA).

Research options are available, and there is a thesis and non-thesis option. The full-time program extends over a 2-year period consisting of 5 semesters, for traditional students. It takes 6 to 7 semesters for students who need to complete a significant amount of prerequisite coursework. Part time students are not currently accepted.

Courses

• Language Disorders in Children: Preschool
  This course examines the theoretical perspectives, contributing factors, special populations and basic assessment and intervention principles of working with preschool-aged children who have language disorders. There is an emphasis on language disorders in infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
• Augmentative and Alternative Communication
  Students will learn about the needs of individuals who may benefit from using augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). This course reviews the history of AAC, and the social communication theories which support evidence-based practice.
• Current Issues in Aphasia, Right Hemisphere Deficits and Dementia
  A study of the pathophysiology and symptoms of Aphasia, dementia, and related disorders. This course provides a theoretical basis for developing assessment and treatment programs for individuals with these disorders.
• Path to Licensure
  Students enrolled in the M.S. program in Speech Pathology must follow state-specific licensure requirements for the state they live in or plan to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist upon graduation. Upon graduation, students are eligible for national certification through ASHA (CCC-SLP) due to the program's Accreditation with ASHA.

Admissions requirements:
1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
2. Completion of 5 prerequisite CSD courses before or during the first year of the graduate program if the applicant's Bachelor's degree is not in Communication Sciences and Disorders.
3. Minimum undergraduate GPA of at least 3.25 overall
4. 3 letters of recommendation

List of Speech Pathology Programs in Maine

There are 1 CAA-ASHA accredited speech language pathology programs in Maine: 1 SLP Masters and 0 Doctorate.

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CAA ASHA Accredited Maine SLP Programs

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is the premier programmatic accrediting board for Speech Pathology programs. Below is a list of ASHA accredited speech pathology and audiology programs in Maine.

List of the Best Speech-Language Pathology Programs in Maine

University of Maine at Orono

Master's in Speech-Language Pathology (MA)

Orono

CAA-ASHA

SLP Maine Speech-Language Pathologist Licensure Overview

What SLP degree is required for licensure in Maine? Masters
What are the Maine SLP continuing education requirements? At least 10 hours of continuing professional education are required each year.
Maine SLP licensing information is available at ASHA.org. A post-graduate professional experience (Clinical Fellowship or “CF”) is required for state licensure in Maine and must be substantially equivalent to the requirements of a 36-week clinical fellowship in ASHA CCC requirements.

Individuals must be licensed by the state board as a Speech-Language Pathologist to practice in Maine. In order to be licensed in this state, the individual must meet the following requirements:

1. Possess a Master’s or Doctoral level degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an institution accredited by the Council on Professional Standards of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) and approved by the U.S. Department of Education.

2. Complete and pass the Praxis II examination.

3. A supervised clinical practicum

4. Completion of a clinical fellowship

The Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) by ASHA is not required for Maine State Licensure. However, it is recommended because the nationally recognized professional certification is preferred or required by most places of employment.

Career Options in Maine

According to ASHA, there are approximately 939 Speech-Language Pathologists in the state of Maine. The career outlook for SLPs in this state is positive, and from 2020-2023 there is expected to be an 18% increase in demand for SLPs in Maine.

A high number of Speech Pathologists (57%) work in education facilities, such as schools. An estimated 36% work in health care facilities, and 7% work in other facilities. Speech Language Pathologists have several career options in Maine, including Schools, Private Practices, Hospitals (inpatient/acute care or outpatient), Nursing homes/Skilled nursing facilities, and more.

SLP’s have opportunities to work at a variety of settings. The population of Maine is estimated to be approximately 1.3 million.

Speech Pathologists have the option to work for a public school in a larger city, like Portland, or other cities throughout Maine. Approximately 20% of the population in Maine are under the age of 18 years. Speech Pathologists can work with those within this age population at a school setting or in a pediatric private practice. The population of individuals over the age of 60 in Maine is increasing. Speech Pathologists can work with this age population in settings such as nursing facilities and rehabilitation facilities.