Speech-Language Pathology SLP

What Is a Speech Language Pathologist & What Do They Do?

A speech-language pathologist (SLP) diagnoses and treats issues related to speech, language, communication and swallowing disorders.1 For patients struggling to communicate or swallow, these healthcare professionals help them to better engage with the world around them. Read on to learn more about this exciting and promising career. Table of Contents: What Do Speech-Language Pathologists Do?

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What Can You Do with a Psychology Major?

Psychology is one of the most popular majors in the United States.1 About six percent of all degrees conferred in 2022 were in psychology.2 Are you wondering what you can do with a psychology major? We’ve outlined 22 potential professions in allied health, clinical care and academia, plus a few nonclinical pathways you might not have

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What Is Virtual Healthcare?

According to a survey conducted by Doximity, more than 83% of surveyed physicians expressed that telemedicine had proven valuable in improving the ongoing care for patients with complex or chronic conditions, while 65% noted it enhanced communication with their patients.1 Virtual healthcare is on the rise and provides promising solutions to challenges facing healthcare providers

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Dr. Norman Belleza, USAHS, Shares the Healthcare Benefits of Interprofessional Education with Inside Higher Ed

Collaboration is the hallmark of creative problem-solving, shared expertise and deeper understanding. In healthcare, interprofessional teams can improve patient outcomes and enhance patient care. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), interprofessional education (IPE) is an experience that “occurs when students from two or more professions learn about, from, and with each other.” Norman Belleza,

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A Career in Psychology: 17 Paths

Did you know that a degree in psychology opens doors to various opportunities in health and rehabilitative sciences? You’ll have the chance to explore several fields and specialties beyond clinical behavior study. Learn more about pursuing a unique career path in psychology and beyond, plus educational requirements and insight into each position.  These requirements can

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Eight Graduate Programs for Kinesiology Majors

After completing your bachelor’s program in kinesiology, one of the best things you can do is to pursue an advanced degree. Graduate programs can help you gain knowledge and field expertise and advance your career.  With more career opportunities comes potentially higher salaries. To qualify for many of the following graduate programs, you will need

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Determining the Cost of Your Advanced Education

A post-graduate education is a great way to enhance your career prospects, especially in the field of health sciences. But there are many things to consider before taking the plunge, not least of all the financial cost of pursuing a graduate program. Of course, not all programs are designed equally, and when you settle on

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How to Get into Grad School for Speech Pathology

Speech-language pathologists, or speech therapists, specialize in communication. They work with babies, children and adults to treat issues relating to articulation, language, fluency, feeding and swallowing.1 If you’re interested in speech-language pathology (SLP) as a potential career, be aware of the requirements to get accepted into a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) program.

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22 Health Science Careers for Biology Majors

You might think that if you major in biology, your only career path involves working in a laboratory. Don’t break out the test tubes just yet; there are a lot of careers for biology majors you might not have considered. Biology majors are excellent candidates for many health science professions, and we recommend a biology

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8 Types of Rehabilitation

At some point in your life, you may have been or will be recommended to undergo rehabilitation. Rehabilitation is designed to help individuals regain essential functions to improve their quality of life.  Whether you’re recovering from a traumatic injury or simply need help completing daily tasks, there are different types of rehabilitation available to aid

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How To Choose an SLP Program: Seven Factors To Consider

Applying to Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) programs is an exciting next step after completing your undergraduate degree. However, it can be an overwhelming process with so many program options to choose from.  We’ve created this guide to help you navigate the application process. Learn how to choose an SLP program based on

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MS-SLP Graduate Connects Music with Patient Therapy Lesson

As a graduate student clinician at Pointe Meadows Health and Rehabilitation in Lehi, UT, Micki Allred (MS-SLP ’22) assisted with augmentative and alternative communication while providing aid to dementia patients. Upon graduation, she accepted a position with Pointe Meadows and Provo Rehab. In her first month of full-time employment, Allred has already impacted many people’s

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