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Flexible
With on-campus, evening classes, and the option to study full- or part-time, Merrimack is sure to fit your schedule and life priorities.
Affordable
With generous scholarships and many programs offering full-tuition fellowships, the average cost of attendance is comparable to or less than public universities.
Supportive
Enjoy small class sizes and learning environments with personalized attention while studying alongside similarly motivated peers.
DISCOVER THE MERRIMACK DIFFERENCE
Ready to take the next step?
Flexible
With on-campus, evening classes, and the option to study full- or part-time, Merrimack is sure to fit your schedule and life priorities.
Affordable
With generous scholarships and many programs offering full-tuition fellowships, the average cost of attendance is comparable to or less than public universities.
Supportive
Enjoy small class sizes and learning environments with personalized attention while studying alongside similarly motivated peers.
DISCOVER THE MERRIMACK DIFFERENCE
Practical
Graduate with the relevant skills and marketable expertise that are sought by today’s employers.
Experience-Based
Gain unparalleled hands-on practice and transformative learning experiences both in and out of the classroom.
Flexible
With on-campus, evening classes, and the option to study full- or part-time, Merrimack is sure to fit your schedule and life priorities.
Affordable
With generous scholarships and many programs offering full-tuition fellowships, the average cost of attendance is comparable to or less than public universities.
Supportive
Enjoy small class sizes and learning environments with personalized attention while studying alongside similarly motivated peers.
DISCOVER THE MERRIMACK DIFFERENCE
Practical
Graduate with the relevant skills and marketable expertise that are sought by today’s employers.
Experience-Based
Gain unparalleled hands-on practice and transformative learning experiences both in and out of the classroom.
Personalized
With a flexible curriculum tailor your master’s degree to fit your personal and professional interests and passions.
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ONLINE & ON-CAMPUS GRADUATE PROGRAMS
THAT FIT YOUR GOALS
Accounting, M.S. (Online)
Business Analytics, M.S. (Online)
Data Science & Business Analytics, (Online Certificate)
Management, M.S. (Online or Hybrid)
Community Engagement, M.Ed. (Online or On-campus)
Criminology and Criminal Justice, M.S.
Criminology and Criminal Justice, M.S. (With Police Academy)
Educational Leadership, C.A.G.S.
Higher Education, M.Ed.
School Counseling, M.Ed.
Social Work, MSW
Teacher Education, M.Ed (Online or On-campus)
Athletic Training, M.S.
Community Health Education, M.S.
Exercise and Sport Science, M.S.
Health & Wellness Management, M.S.
Healthcare Analytics, M.S. (Online)
Nutrition & Human Performance, M.S.
Clinical Mental Health Counseling, M.S.
Communication, M.A.
Public Affairs, M.P.A.
Spiritual Direction, M.A.
Spirituality, M.A.
Biology, M.S.
Civil Engineering, M.S.
Computer Science, M.S.
Data Science, M.S. (Online)
Data Science (Online Certificate)
Engineering Management, M.S.
Engineering Management, M.S. (Online)
Mechanical Engineering, M.S.
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EDUCATION & SOCIAL POLICY
HEALTH SCIENCES
LIBERAL ARTS
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At Merrimack College, we’re proud of our long history of providing quality degrees to students entering the job market. Our faculty are more than just teachers. We are committed to helping you grow — academically, personally and professionally — so that you graduate as a confident, well-prepared leader.
A TOP GRADUATE SCHOOL
U.S. News &
World Report
2020 #46 Best Regional
Universities/North
The Princeton Review
2020 Best Regional College
Money magazine
2018 Most Transformative College
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2020 Top 10 Most Innovative School
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School of Education & Social Policy
Speech, Language & Learning Certificate
Advance Your Career in
Speech -Language Pathology
Hybrid
Career-Focused
Flexible
An M.S.W. You Can Customize
Our Master of Social Work program covers 56 credits of coursework (36 credits if you enroll with advanced standing). You can choose elective options of your choice, including:
- School Social Work
- Criminology
- Substance Use Disorders
- Community Engagement
- Spirituality
Why Choose the Merrimack Speech,
Language & Learning Certificate?
Courses are delivered mostly online in convenient eight-week sessions. With rolling admissions, you can begin when you’re ready.
Flexible
Format
Complete the certificate in as little as one year through Merrimack’s accelerated format. Our recommended course sequence allows you to complete all prerequisites within a year.
*Completion time varies by pathway and individual course load.
Finish in as Little as One Year
Complete the certificate in as little as one year through Merrimack’s accelerated format. Our recommended course sequence allows you to complete all prerequisites within a year.
*Completion time varies by pathway and individual course load.
Through interactive coursework and learning experiences grounded in evidence-based practice, you’ll strengthen your ability to interpret, apply, and communicate key concepts.
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Build Confidence
You’ll explore communication development, speech and language disorders, literacy acquisition, and the scientific bases of speech, hearing, and swallowing — all designed to give you a stronger understanding of the field and prepare you for clinical environments.
Real-World Readiness
Merrimack is such a great community. Since joining the program, I have had support from every faculty member and classmate. Merrimack provides us with a lot of resources that set us up for success.
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Benjamin I. M '25
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK
315 Turnpike St., North Andover, MA 01845
(978) 837-3563
One Certificate, Two Career Pathways
Prepare for two in-demand pathways with one streamlined certificate. Merrimack’s Speech, Language & Learning Certificate equips you with the foundational knowledge and the hands-on preparation you need to work as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) or to complete prerequisite coursework for our graduate program in Speech-Language Pathology.
Whether you want to enter the field immediately or continue to a master’s program, this certificate gives you a flexible path toward your goals.
A Streamlined Path to SLPA Licensure or Graduate School
Choose from two flexible pathways to support your goals.
Pathway 1 meets the academic requirements for state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, preparing you for immediate entry into the field. Students complete 6 of the 7 courses to meet Massachusetts licensure requirements.
Pathway 2 requires all 7 courses and fulfills the academic prerequisites for master’s programs in Speech-Language Pathology, offering the foundational coursework required for admission into Merrimack’s M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology, giving you a clear, streamlined route toward continuing your graduate studies.
Recognized as a Leading Graduate School
Since 1947, Merrimack College has welcomed thousands of students who have grown into confident, well-prepared leaders in their fields. We’re recognized as an outstanding and innovative regional college. Here are a few of our recent rankings and accolades.
U.S. News & World Report
2026 Top 10 Most Innovative Schools in the North
U.S. News & World Report
2026 #38 Best Regional Universities in the North
Money Magazine
2023 Most Transformative College
Abound
Best Graduate Schools
The Princeton Review
2026 Best Regional College
The Chronicle of Higher Education
Fastest-Growing Private Nonprofit Institution - Master’s
U.S. News & World Report
2026 #16 Best Colleges for Veterans
U.S. News & World Report
2026 #52 Best Value Schools
*Merrimack’s Certificate in Speech, Language, & Learning meets the requirements to work as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) in Massachusetts. If you plan to work as an SLPA in another state, please review that state’s specific requirements.
Preparing for Graduate School?
If you plan to apply to Merrimack’s M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology, you’ll also need to complete one course in each of the following areas:
1. Biological Sciences (e.g., BIO 1106 Human Biology, HSC 1122 Anatomy & Physiology 1)
2. Chemistry OR Physics (e.g., CHM 1110 General Chemistry 1)
3. Social/Behavioral Sciences (e.g., PSY 1000 Introduction to Psychology, EDU 2210 Child Growth and Development)
4. Statistics (e.g., MTH 1111 Basic Statistics)
These foundational areas help ensure readiness for graduate-level work. Students are encouraged to review the specific prerequisite requirements for each graduate program to which they plan to apply.
Recognized and Respected
Since 1947, Merrimack College has welcomed thousands of students who have grown into confident, well-prepared leaders in their fields. We’re recognized as an outstanding and innovative regional college. Here are a few of our recent rankings and accolades.
U.S. News & World Report
2026 Top 10 Most Innovative Schools in the North
U.S. News & World Report
2026 #38 Best Regional Universities in the North
Money Magazine
2023 Most Transformative College
Abound
Best Graduate Schools
The Princeton Review
2024 Best Regional College
The Chronicle of Higher Education
Fastest-Growing Private Nonprofit Institution - Master’s
U.S. News & World Report
2026 #16 Best Colleges for Veterans
U.S. News & World Report
2026 #52 Best Value Schools
Preparing for Graduate School?
If you plan to apply to Merrimack’s M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology, you’ll also need to complete one course in each of the following areas:
1. Biological Sciences (e.g., BIO 1106 Human Biology, HSC 1122 Anatomy & Physiology 1)
2. Chemistry OR Physics (e.g., CHM 1110 General Chemistry 1)
3. Social/Behavioral Sciences (e.g., PSY 1000 Introduction to Psychology, EDU 2210 Child Growth and Development)
4. Statistics (e.g., MTH 1111 Basic Statistics)
These foundational areas help ensure readiness for graduate-level work. Students are encouraged to review the specific prerequisite requirements for each graduate program to which they plan to apply.
Preparing for Graduate School?
A Streamlined Path to SLPA Licensure or Graduate School
Pathway 1 meets the academic requirements for state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, preparing you for immediate entry into the field. Students complete 6 of the 7 courses to meet Massachusetts licensure requirements.
Pathway 2 requires all 7 courses (along with 4 courses described below) and fulfills the academic prerequisites for master's programs in Speech-Language Pathology, offering the foundational coursework required for application to Merrimack's MS in SLP, giving you a clear, streamlined route toward continuing your graduate studies.
Choose from two flexible pathways to support your goals:
Speech, Language & Learning Certificate