Megan Arnold

Megan Arnold serves as a Lecturer and clinic educator in the Department of Communication Disorders at the University of Nebraska Kearney (UNK), holding a Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed.) and Certified Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) credential. Her professional practice extends beyond academia through contract work at an intermediate care facility, reflecting her commitment to clinical application across diverse healthcare settings.

Her educational foundation includes:

• Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Nebraska Kearney
• Master’s Degree from the University of Nebraska Kearney

Her research and clinical expertise centers on Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems and dysphasia management specifically tailored for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). With extensive hands-on experience spanning schools, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and outpatient clinics, she addresses communication disorders across the entire lifespan, emphasizing practical AAC implementation in IDD populations.

Professional engagement includes active membership in:

• American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association (ASHA)
• Nebraska Speech, Language, and Hearing Association (NSLHA)

She maintains full clinical standing through Nebraska State Licensure in Speech-Language Pathology, ensuring regulatory compliance while bridging academic instruction with real-world therapeutic practice.