The Master of Arts program in speech pathology and audiology provides training for individuals who wish to do clinical work in speech-language pathology. Graduates of the MA program meet all academic and practicum requirements for clinical certification by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and for licensure by the State of Iowa. Students preparing for clinical positions in public schools must meet school licensure or certification requirements of the states in which they plan to work. The Master of Arts program in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology offers students opportunities to build theoretical foundations and advanced clinical skills that prepare them for careers as speech-language pathologists in any clinical environment. The program is currently ranked fifth (5th) in the country by U.S. News and World Report. Graduating MA students in speech pathology and audiology will: <br><br>demonstrate knowledge and skills specified in the Knowledge and Skills Acquisition (KASA) competencies for speech-language pathology professionals,<br>behave professionally and ethically, and adhere to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Code of Ethics,<br>use critical thinking skills to apply theory and knowledge to clinical decision-making, and<br>use evidence-based practice and practice-based evidence to make clinical decisions regarding the diagnosis and treatment of persons with communication disorders.