Clinical Doctorate Program

Program Description

(From program website):

The vision of Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMUoHP) is to advance the quality, delivery and efficacy of healthcare. The Doctor of Speech-Language Pathology (SLPD) develops evidence-based clinician with advanced clinical skills who can critically evaluate the literature and participate in the research process through identification of best practice and apply that to independent clinical research. 

The core and concentration courses are designed to enhance clinical, research, teaching, and leadership skills. The SLPD program with its limited residency and online-only models will provide the flexibility for the practitioner to continue professional work obligations during the seven-semester, 40-credit program. The capstone emphasizes application of scientific principles related to the clinical problems seen in the discipline. The purpose of the SLPD program is to prepare professionals focused on developing scientifically-trained and clinically-experienced master speech pathologists as leaders and change agents by providing broad knowledge of social, political, and economic forces at work in society. Graduates of this program will increase their contribution to healthcare through the knowledge and skills developed through active use and integration of research and concepts of evidenced-based practice, clinical quality improvement, organizational development, leadership and advocacy. 

The program prepares and supports students in completing a clinical doctoral degree that can provide opportunities for employment in healthcare agencies, schools, and as academic faculty in institutions of higher education.