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What degrees are accepted for the position of a Speech Pathologist in California in the school setting Are there any requirements other than a degree to become a Speech and language Pathologist in California ? ?

Will I be required to take more classes for my masters in communication disorders (or any other accepted MS degrees for speech , because my degree is in liberal studies?

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Hi, Florence,

In order to be a speech pathologist in CA you need the following:

- a graduate degree in speech-language pathology, communication science disorders, etc.
- a minimum of 400 supervised clinical hours
- pass the praxis examination
- obtain certificate of clinical competence (CCC) from ASHA or approved clinical fellowship (CF) for your first practicing year
- pass a state jurisprudence exam
- obtain a state liscense to practice
- obtain the special class authorization (SCA) teaching authorization to work in schools

As for the Master's degree, you will likely still need to take a few pre-required courses if your undergraduate degree was in a separate field. For example, most Master's programs require undergraduate credits in hearing science, statistics, head/neck anatomy, linguistics, and child development.
Thank you comment icon I appreciate this, thank you for the advice. Florence
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