Pitt’s Department of Communication Science and Disorders is making an impact on clinical best practices through exceptional academic programs and interdisciplinary research collaborations. Studying the processes of human language, speech, voice, swallowing, hearing and balance, and delving into the nature of these disorders, and how to evaluate, manage and prevent them.
Renowned faculty collaborate with like-minded scientists in other disciplines at the University and beyond. State-of-the-art research laboratories foster team-based science that leads to novel treatments and interventions that improve patient outcomes.
Students actively participate in clinical fieldwork—serving patients from newborns to the elderly—finding new ways to tap the human potential to absorb and express ideas. Upon graduation, they are ready to assume leadership roles in universities, hospitals, long-term care facilities, schools and rehabilitation centers, as well as private practice.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to be a model program driving the generation, dissemination and application of knowledge in the science and practice of audiology and speech-language pathology.
Vision Statement
We are a nationally and internationally recognized program in the training of audiologists, speech-language pathologists, and speech and hearing scientists and provide opportunities for trainees to become leaders in clinical service, education, research and service to the professions.
Strategic Plan
The stated or implied mission, goals, and objectives expressed above reflect on-going efforts and forward-looking plans toward further development of the CSD Department and its programs, as reflected in the department’s strategic plan.
