Cindy Krizizke

Cindy Krizizke, M.S., CCC-SLP, M.Ed., is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Speech-Language Pathology at Midwestern University's College of Health Sciences-Downers Grove. She teaches required courses including Clinical Practicum I and Clinical Practicum II while supervising student clinicians at the Speech-Language Institute.

• Masters in Speech Pathology - Purdue University (1995)
• Masters in Education Administration - Roosevelt University (2007)
• Bachelor's in Communication Disorders - Indiana University (1993)

Research & Clinical Interests:

• Childhood apraxia of speech
• Pediatric speech-language disorders
• Autism spectrum disorders
• Early intervention services
• Pragmatic/social language development
• Orofacial myofunctional disorders

Certifications:

• Orofacial Myologist - Simon Says (Dec 2023 - present)

Professional Experience:

• Over 25 years serving individuals with communication disorders
• Former Speech-Language Coordinator and Assistive Technology Coordinator in Illinois school district