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CSAD Handbooks: Resources, Forms and Information
This webpage serves as the handbook for the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders. Included below are policies, procedures, practices, resources, and information for students, faculty, and staff in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders.
For academic expectations and policies, please reference the CSAD Academic Catalog
For campus policies, please reference the University Policy Manual
Our Mission
The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders trains highly competent professionals in the fields of speech-language pathology and audiology by providing a rigorous scientific background and diverse clinical experiences while fostering a dedication to lifelong learning and community service.
Our Vision
The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders will be widely recognized as a leader in the innovative education of speech-language pathologists and audiologists.
General Information & Resources
This section contains information and resources applicable across the programs housed in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders.
Join Our Team
Interested in becoming a part of the CSAD Team?
All full and part-time faculty and staff positions are posted on the CSUS HR website.
Part-time Pool positions
- 2024-25 AY Lecturer Pool - Communication Sciences and Disorders - (Job Number: 536421)
- 2024-25 AY Lecturer Pool - Doctor of Audiology Program (Job Number: 536420)
Sacramento State is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people to develop a campus community whose diversity enriches the lives of all and whose members develop a strong sense of personal and community identity as well as mutual respect. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.
Department Level Policies, Procedures, and Resources
This section covers departmental level policies that are applicable across the programs housed in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders and provides links to campus level policies.
| Title | Revised/Reviewed |
|---|---|
| CSAD Background check policy and instructions | 01/23/2023 |
| CSAD Trumba Web Calendar Event Request Form | 09/18/2024 |
| CAA Accreditation Standard 4.10 Distance Education Student Identity Policy | 07/24/2024 |
| CSAD Course Syllabi Webpage | |
| CSAD Immunization Policy | 09/20/2024 |
| Policy for Decorations and Construction in Offices, Classroom Spaces and Hallways | 10/23/2024 |
| CSAD Policy on Proficiency in English and/or other Languages | 08/03/2021 |
| CSAD Policy regarding non-supervised services by CSAD students- Updated 2022 | 07/26/2022 |
| CSAD Policy on student concerns, complaints, and unlawful conduct | 07/08/2022 |
| CSAD Student Feedback This form is intended for students to have the opportunity to provide feedback on our department, classes, faculty, staff, and facilities. | 07/24/2024 |
| CSAD Policy on Use of APA Format | 09/08/2020 |
| CSAD Policy: Active In-house Recruitment | 09/03/2019 |
| CSAD Student Petitions Form- The petitions committee is comprised of full-time faculty who meet on an as-needed basis in the Fall and Spring semesters only. Committee meetings do not occur every month. Students are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible so that it may be considered in time for conference attendance. New incoming students may submit an application to the petitions committee beginning on the first day of the Fall semester. | 07/24/2024 |
| CSAD Student Travel Policy | 01/31/2022 |
| University Policies on Academic Dishonesty | 07/24/2024 |
| University Student Policies | 07/24/2024 |
CSAD Faculty Policies and Procedures
This section contains Policies and Procedures specific to CSAD faculty.
| Title | Revised/Reviewed |
|---|---|
| CSAD Department Appointment, Retention, Tenure and Promotion (ARTP) Procedures | 06/05/2019 |
| Faculty Affairs (Division Of Academic Affairs) Policies & Procedures webpage | 07/24/2024 |
CSAD Bachelor of Science Handbook
The following section the handbook for the Bachelors of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders program. Included below are policies, procedures, practices, resources, and information for students, faculty, and staff in the program.
For academic expectations and policies, please reference the CSAD Academic Catalog
For campus policies, please reference the University Policy Manual
| Title | Revised/Reviewed |
|---|---|
| CSAD BS Course Sequence | 07/24/2024 |
Speech Language Pathology Assistant Summer Extension Coursework
Documents posted in this section constitute the Speech Language Pathology Assistant Summer Extension Coursework Handbook.
Please visit the Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) Coursework webpage for current program documents.
CSAD Master of Science Program Handbook
Documents posted in this section constitute the Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders Student Handbook.
Maryjane Rees Center: Speech and Language Clinic
| Title | Revised/Reviewed |
|---|---|
| 2024 Fall Maryjane Rees Center-CSAD MS Clinic Student and Instructor Handbook | 09/20/2024 |
| Bill of Rights for Clients Receiving Audiology or Speech-Language Pathology Services | 09/05/2019 |
| Clinical Competencies | 02/07/2019 |
| Maryjane Rees Center Research Policy | 02/07/2019 |
| Ordering information for clinic scrubs with Maryjane Rees Center logo | 07/24/2024 |
| Maryjane Rees Center-CSAD MS Clinic Student and Instructor Handbook | |
| Preface | |
| This handbook has been designed to acquaint students in the Communication Sciences and Disorders master’s degree program with information about clinical policies and procedures. It should serve as a reference throughout your clinical experience and explains responsibilities of graduate student clinicians during clinical practicums and internships. This information is intended to support and supplement classroom instruction and guidance from clinical instructors. It is the student’s responsibility to seek clarification from faculty, staff and/or clinical instructors regarding matters which might remain unclear. The procedures outlined in this handbook are specific to the Maryjane Rees Language, Speech and Hearing Center and are expected to be followed while a graduate student clinician in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders. Faculty and staff within the department are unbiasedly committed to facilitating an environment which promotes the successful completion of the master’s degree requirements. This handbook serves as one tool for helping you achieve that success. | |
| Mission Statements | 10/23/2024 |
| ASHA requirements for clinical observations and practicum experiences | 10/23/2024 |
| Requirements for the Speech-Language Pathology Services Credential with or without the Special Class Authorization (SCA) | 10/23/2024 |
| Requirements for a California State SLP License | 10/25/2024 |
| Requirements for ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence | 10/25/2024 |
| PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT | 10/29/2024 |
| GENERAL CLINIC POLICIES AND PROCEDURES | |
| Clinical Clock Hours | 10/29/2024 |
| Clinic Fees | 10/29/2024 |
| Mandatory Background Check | 10/29/2024 |
| Required Immunizations | 10/29/2024 |
| Clinical Assignments | 10/29/2024 |
| Client Files | 10/29/2024 |
| Clinician Files | 10/29/2024 |
| Meetings with your Clinical Instructors | 10/29/2024 |
| First Day of Clinic | 10/29/2024 |
| Client Parking | 11/13/2024 |
| Required Documentation | 11/13/2024 |
| Supervision | 11/13/2024 |
| Student Evaluations | 11/13/2024 |
| Clinic Grading Policy | 11/13/2024 |
| End of the Semester Procedure | 11/13/2024 |
| Clinical Instructor Evaluation | 11/13/2024 |
| CSAD MS Clinical Performance Improvement Plan (CPIP) Policy- See policy posted above in CSAD Master of Science Program Handbook | 11/13/2024 |
| Clinicians’ Computer Room | 11/13/2024 |
| Therapy Rooms and Lab Spaces | 11/13/2024 |
| Observation Room and Auxiliary Observation Room | 11/13/2024 |
| Therapy Prep Room and Supply Room | 11/13/2024 |
| Miscellaneous Clinic Policies | 11/13/2024 |
| Clinical Instructor Expectations and Requirements | 11/13/2024 |
| Performance Improvement Plan - Template | 11/13/2024 |
| TELEPRACTICE | |
| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
| Universal Precautions | |
| Emergency Procedures | |
| APPENDICES | |
| APPENDIX I: 2014 Standards and Implementation Procedures for The Certificate of Clinical Competence In Speech-Language Pathology | |
| APPENDIX II: ASHA Code of Ethics | |
| APPENDIX III: ASHA Scope Of Practice for Speech-Language Pathology | |
CSAD MS Internship Handbook
Documents posted in this section constitute the Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders Student Handbook.
| Title | Revised/Reviewed |
|---|---|
| INTERNSHIP PROCEDURES | |
| First Semester | |
| Third Semester | |
| Internship Descriptions | |
| INTERNSHIP POLICIES | |
| Department Expectations | |
| Onsite Supervisor/Master Clinician Expectations | |
| Master Clinician Selection, Site Selection and Contract Process | |
| Internship Placement | |
| Required Professional Behaviors for Interns | |
| Specific Internship Expectations | |
Doctorate of Audiology (Au.D.)
Documents posted in this section constitute the Doctorate of Audiology Student Handbook.
| Title | Revised/Reviewed |
|---|---|
| Au.D. Academic Performance Improvement Plan (APIP) Policy | 06/24/2024 |
| Au.D. Clinical Performance Improvement Plan (CPIP) Policy | 06/24/2024 |
| Au.D. Student Observation Log | 02/07/2019 |
| Student Handbook: | |
| Academic Performance Improvement Plan (APIP) | 08/22/2024 |
| Accreditation | 08/22/2024 |
| Appendices | 08/22/2024 |
| Au.D Doctoral project | 08/22/2024 |
| Au.D program advising and mentoring | 08/22/2024 |
| Au.D. program organization (Org Chart) | 08/22/2024 |
| Coursework and plan of study | 08/22/2024 |
| Good standing | 08/22/2024 |
| Licensure and certification | 08/22/2024 |
| Location | 08/22/2024 |
| Praxis | 08/22/2024 |
| Time limits | 08/22/2024 |
| Timeline | 08/22/2024 |
Maryjane Rees Center: Audiology Clinic
| Title | Revised/Reviewed |
|---|---|