Scott Youmans

Scott Youmans serves as Department Chair and Associate Professor in the Communication Sciences and Disorders department at Pace University's College of Health Professions. He holds a PhD in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Florida State University, an MEd from North Carolina Central University, and a BS from the College of Saint Rose.

• PhD, Communication Sciences and Disorders (Florida State University)
• MEd, Communication Sciences and Disorders (North Carolina Central University)
• BS, Communication Sciences and Disorders (College of Saint Rose)

His research focuses on swallowing disorders, acquired neurogenic communication disorders, and student clinical training. Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to complex information dissemination and cognitive-communication impairments in neurological conditions.

• 2024: Training methods for lay audience communication in dysphagia research
• 2023: Case study on right hemisphere disorder rehabilitation

Dr. Youmans contributes to academic governance through multiple university committees and maintains active clinical certifications from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and New York State Office of Professions.