Associate in Applied Science (AAS)

Featured Faculty - Communication

 Kim Weismann 
Instructor - Full time
701-774-4503
Kimberly.weismann@willistonstate.edu

 

The SLPA program prepares students to be able to work in a school setting under the supervision of a qualified Speech-Language Pathologist.  The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant-Paraprofessional provides speech-language screenings without interpretation, following specified screening protocols developed by the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist; performs documented tasks developed by the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist; documents students' progress toward meeting objectives and reports this information to the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist; prepares materials, performs scheduling and maintains space or equipment.  Employment is found in school settings.

The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant-Paraprofessional Program is an online two-year Associate in Applied Science Degree program.  The Program is offered through a collaboration between colleges in North Dakota:  Lake Region State College, Minot State University and Williston State College.  This program leads to a Speech-Language Pathology Paraprofessional Certificate in the state of North Dakota.  Students wishing to be certified in other states will need to contact the Department of Public Instruction of that particular state in order to become aware of the necessary state-specific requirements.

School districts may require criminal background checks before entering a school setting.

Fact Sheet

Program Course Requirements                                               Credits

* Course does not meet requirements of a baccalaureate Speech Language Program degree.

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