The knowledge gained from the Language and Communication Science concentration in the Neuroscience and Cognitive Science major of psychology, cellular biology, neurophysiology, advanced mathematics, and cognition as well as the study of language development, hearing science, and communication disorders, provides students with a strong career foundation. Graduates might seek work in research, patient care, or program coordination, and are also well prepared to pursue medical, pharmacy, or nursing school or graduate programs in neuroscience, public health, audiology, or psychology. Some of the job titles listed below require an advanced degree.
Potential Career Areas:
- Research
- Therapy
- Patient advocacy
- Administration
- Program design
- Education
- Biotechnology
Sample Employers:
- Hospitals
- Clinics
- Rehabilitation centers
- Schools
- Veterans’ centers
- Nursing homes
- Community centers
- Colleges and universities
- Research institutes
Sample Job Titles and National Salary Ranges:
| Job Title | Salary Range |
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Audiometric Technician
|
$31,560 - $39,450
|
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Patient Advocate
|
$27,612 - $51,895
|
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Research Associate
|
$21,000 - $61,000
|
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Biotechnology Sales Representative
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$33,000 - $122,000
|
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Neurodiagnostic Technologist
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$25,600 - $38,500
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Speech Language Pathology Assistant
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$20,500 - $30,300
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Special Education Technology Specialist
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$33,236 - $56,516
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Health Services Administrator
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$41,450 - $72,875
|
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Speech and Language Tutor
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$20,500 - $30,300
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Health Educator
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$25,000 - $50,000
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Sources of Information: United States Department of Labor: Bureau of Labor Statistics (2010); DISCOVER (2011); Facts on File: Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center (2011).