Considering and Preparing for a PhD
The links here represent a selection of PhD preparation
resources available - ASHA & NSSLHA members can
log on for complete information.
Considering a PhD
Get a PhD in Communication Sciences and
Disorders
Learn more about the variety of opportunities available, get a
sense of what is required to earn a PhD, and become aware of the
resources and help that is available when you pursue a doctoral
degree in CSD.
Thinking About a PhD?-Frequently Asked
Questions
Get answers to questions you may have about pursuing a PhD.
"Thinking About a PhD?" Presentations by
Melanie Schuele and Sid Bacon
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Interested in an Academic/Research Career in
Communication Sciences and Disorders?
Read the
career
profiles
of 19 individuals who work in academic/research settings. The
profiles capture the variety of academic/research career
opportunities in communication sciences and disorders.
Helpful Links
Additional Internet sites of interest to PhD candidates and those
considering this process.
Research Activities and Resources
Mentors
Directory for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing (H0H) Individuals
The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication
Disorders (NIDCD) offers a directory that lists principal
investigators of NIDCD Extramural grants and NIDCD Intramural
investigators who are committed to mentoring deaf and HoH
students, postdoctoral fellows, and junior scientists.
Related Resource
Joint Ad Hoc Committee on Shortage of PhD Students and Faculty in
Communication Sciences and Disorders reports
PhD
Program Survey Results.
Funding Your Education
Preparing for a PhD
Preparation for the Research Doctoral Degree
Doctoral study is viewed as a time to learn scientific principles
and methods for conducting research. Learn about choosing a
doctoral program, developing a plan of study, selecting a mentor,
and establishing a research focus.
Print References
Bibliographic resources related to academic/research careers,
selecting a PhD program and writing a dissertation
Mentorship in Communication Sciences and
Disorders
Mentoring relationships can enhance professional development and
growth. Identify characteristics that facilitate the mentoring
process.
Get on the MARC
Take aim of your career in higher ed! Join the Mentoring
Academic-Research Careers program and experience the power of
passionate mentoring. The
MARC
program is designed specifically for PhD students and new faculty
members.
Locating a PhD Program
Doctoral
Programs in Communications Sciences and Disorders
Go to
EDFIND
and search for "Doctoral Programs." As you input your
desired program characteristics, select "Research
Doctorate" as the doctoral degree type.