Hands-on learning, personalized support, and real-world impact.
At Marymount University, your clinical placements are a key part of your journey to becoming a confident, capable speech-language pathologist. Our dedicated placement team works closely with you to ensure your experiences are meaningful, diverse and aligned with your goals.
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Supportive and centered on you. Our clinical placement team helps reduce the stress of finding a site by leveraging strong partnerships and understanding your unique needs. We consider your location, interests, and program requirements to find the best fit for your clinical training.
Local focus, flexible options. While we aim to place you near your residence, placement availability depends on your region, accessibility and site capacity. Some travel may be required, and we’ll work with you to find the most feasible and enriching option.
Stay on track with expert guidance. You’ll stay in regular contact with our placement team to ensure you meet all clinical requirements and deadlines. From documentation to site readiness, we’re here to help you every step of the way.
Gain experience across the lifespan. You’ll be prepared to work in a variety of settings through three core clinical environments:
- Early Childhood: Work with young children in early intervention programs, pediatric clinics, or special education settings.
- School Age: Support school-aged children with developmental disabilities, autism, and speech/language disorders in schools or pediatric clinics.
- Adult Settings: Build skills in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, or home healthcare, working with adults affected by stroke, brain injury, or dementia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your placement is based on your location, interests, and program requirements. Our team works to find the best fit for your goals and learning needs.
We aim to place you near your residence, but some travel may be necessary depending on site availability in your area.
You’ll work closely with our clinical placement team, who will guide you through every step—from paperwork to site communication and preparation.
You’ll gain experience in early childhood, school-age and adult settings to ensure a well-rounded clinical education.
While we can’t guarantee specific sites, we’re committed to securing placements that meet program standards and support your professional development.