Dr. Frank Kersting, Ph.D.

Background

Dr. Kersting is a graduate of Vanderbilt University, currently serving as a professor in the Department of Communication Disorders. Since 1976, he has taught, engaged in applied research and has been involved in community service at WKU. His teaching load includes courses in the areas of language development, language intervention, phonology, fluency and advanced diagnostics.

He is an Adjunct Professor in the University of Kentucky Joint Doctoral Program in Rehabilitation Sciences. He is also the pre-professional student organization advisor of the National Student Speech-Language and Hearing Association. He is affiliated with the Kelly Autism Program.

Teaching Philosophy

Dr. Kersting has clinical experience working in various clinical settings. He strives to bridge the gap between learning information in class and textbooks with practical application of the information to the clinical setting. His classes are designed to engage the student in both applying knowledge to a skill-based outcome and using group projects to enhance team-building skills.

Courses taught:

CD 481 Language Development
CD 486 Language Intervention
CD 503 Advanced Diagnostics
CD 504 Seminar in Language
CD 506 Fluency
CD 512 Phonology

Research Interests

Dr. Kersting has presented in international, national, state, and regional conferences. He has published several articles. Dr. Kersting is interested in clinical application of research-based best practices in language therapy as well as the application of technology to generalization and parent training.