Dr. Carson Walker
Director of Admissions, Speech and Language Pathology
Assistant Professor
Biography
Carson C. Walker, Ed.D., CCC-SLP is a speech-language pathologist with over 20 years of experience working with children who have communication disorders, from birth to age 21. She has taught online graduate and undergraduate speech pathology courses focusing on clinical experiences and practicums. Her experience includes extensive work on early learner evaluation teams, developing Individualized Education Plans, and collaborating with interprofessional teams in schools. Dr. Walker is dedicated to advocacy, inclusion, and evidence-based practice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of speech-language pathologists and emphasizes a holistic, family-centered approach to care.
Education
- BA, Communication Sciences and Disorders
- MS, Masters of Speech Pathology
- Ed.D., Educational Leadership
- CCC-Certification of Clinical Competence Speech Pathology
- NBCT- National Board Certified Teacher- Exceptional Needs, Teaching Certified- Early Childhood Special Needs, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Certification, Assisting, Developing, and Evaluating Professional Teaching Certification
Subjects Taught
- Clinical Methods & Management
- Capstone Clinical Experience in Communication Disorders
- Speech Pathology Practicum
- Foundations of Literacy
- Instructional Strategies for Diverse Learners
- Graduate Student Clinical Instructor
Professional Memberships
- ASHA: Career Transitions Mentor
- Vice President of New Membership & Recruitment, SC Speech and Hearing Association
- ASHA Special Interest Group: Higher Education
- Interprofessional Education Collaborative Member
- National Stuttering Association Member
- South Carolina Speech and Hearing Association Member
- Returned Peace Corps Volunteer
- Chi Omega Alumnae