Student Expectations

Students in the Doctor of Audiology (AuD) and Master of Science (MS) in Speech-Language Pathology programs are expected to become familiar with the following guidelines and resources: 

• 2020 Standards and Implementation Procedures for the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology 
• 2020 Standards and Implementation Procedures for the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology
• American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Code of Ethics
• American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Cultural Competence
• West Virginia Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Code of Ethics
• West Virginia University Campus Student Code
• The Mountaineer Creed 

Students should consult the Graduate Student Handbook for additional information regarding graduate student expectations.

Residency Requirements

All students enrolled in on-campus graduate programs within the Division of Communication Sciences and Disorders must be full-time in residence during the program of study with the exception of the semester(s) in which they complete their externship or residency.

Health Insurance Requirements

All full-time WVU students must be covered by some form of health insurance. Students should consult the Student Insurance Office website for more information.