FAQ:

How do I register for graduate classes?

You must meet with your advisor during the pre-registration period. Following this advisement meeting your advisor will sign your pre-registration form which you will submit to the secretary of the Speech and Hearing Center. Once the secretary has entered your information, you will be able to use the eSIMS registration system. Please note: if you have not pre-registered, the computerized registration system will not permit you to register for classes.

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Can my advisor sign me up for a clinic section of my choice?

No. In order to register for clinical practicum, you must meet with the Director of the Speech and Hearing Center. Generally, clinic sections are assigned based on students' preparation (completed academic coursework). However, the Director may consider other factors in the determination of a student's assignment to a particular clinic section.

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Can I contact agencies to set up an external clinical practicum assignment?

Absolutely not. It is not appropriate for students to contact any school, hospital or agency directly. The appropriateness of external clinical practicum sites is determined by the faculty and Director of the Speech and Hearing Center. A formal agreement must be generated and approved by the legal representatives of both the external site and the CUNY's Legal Department. Clinic liaisons and assignments are made only by the Director of the Speech and Hearing Center.

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Can I work as a speech-language pathologist while pursuing my master's degree?

No. Only those professionals who have met the requirements for state licensure can call themselves speech-language pathologists. While there may be some opportunities for individuals holding teacher certification to work as Teachers of Students with Speech-Language Disabilities (TSSLD) in educational settings, it is recommended that you focus on your graduate studies once enrolled in the program

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Can I pursue a master's degree part-time?

Yes. While it is recommended that you enroll in full-time study, enrollment as a part-time student is possible. Although you must maintain a minimum of 3 credits per semester to maintain graduate student status, we recommend that students enroll in a minimum of 6 credits per semester in order to be eligible for the initial clinical practicum assignment after one year.

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When can I sit for the PRAXIS Examination?

It is recommended that you do not sit for the PRAXIS examination before your last semester of study.

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Updated: 8/7/2007