Accreditation Information
The Master of Science (M.S.) education program in speech language pathology residential at Teachers College, Columbia University is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 2200 Research Boulevard, #310, Rockville, MD 20850, 800-498-2071, or 301-296-5700.
The Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) accredits eligible clinical doctoral programs in audiology and master’s degree programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders. Learn more about the CAA’s policies, procedures, and opportunities to volunteer in accreditation-related activities, and recent initiatives of the CAA here.
What is the procedure a student should follow if he or she has a complaint about the Teachers College Communication Sciences and Disorders program?
The student’s first step should be to discuss the issue, if possible, with the person against whom they hold a complaint. If the issue cannot be addressed this way, the student should discuss the matter with their academic advisor and/or the program coordinator. If a resolution still cannot be reached, TC offers several possible avenues by which to resolve a complaint, informally and formally. The Office of the Student Ombudsman can provide support and advice, as can the Office of the Vice President for Community and Diversity Affairs.
CAA’s procedure for pursuing a complaint against an academic program is detailed here.
Please note that a complaint about any accredited program or program in candidacy status may be submitted by any student, instructional staff member, speech-language pathologist, audiologist, and/or member of the public.