Communication is one of the most crucial components in every realm of life—and speech-language pathologists (SLPs) help people learn, regain and refine the skills they need to communicate.1 You may be weighing the pros and cons of being a speech-language pathologist. While nearly every career has some drawbacks—or sacrifices—the wide-reaching benefits of being a speech-language
The field of speech-language pathology involves diagnosing and treating speech and communication barriers in patients across the lifespan. This field of communication science typically requires a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP).1 During an MS-SLP program, students learn the necessary academic and clinical skills to succeed within the profession. Prerequisites for MS-SLP programs typically
San Marcos, Calif.—Aug. 19, 2022—The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) is pleased to announce that our Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) program has been granted initial accreditation by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA). The CAA voted in July to award initial accreditation to the
Briona Daugherty’s (MS-SLP ’22) speech-language pathology (SLP) path began on board a cruise ship. Daugherty graduated from San Diego State University with a bachelor’s degree in theatrical performance. She studied opera and musical theater, originally wanting to be a touring singer for Broadway-style shows. After spending time as a professional singer in Las Vegas
When MS-SLP student Shayna Conner met Colton DeLoach at the place where she bartends part-time, she observed that he stutters occasionally. “I noticed, but it seemed natural,” she says. “I thought, ‘She’ll get me,’” DeLoach remembers. “It’s comfortable to know that she understands it. She’s going to school for it.” “At first, I was worried
Laura Finkel, MS, SLP-CCC, became an educator because she saw a trend in speech-language pathology (SLP) that she felt passionate about amplifying. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Finkel is an expert in an emerging assessment tool that helps to clarify bilingual SLP clients’ speech and language issues. She joined USAHS in 2021 as a clinical
“It’s a leap of faith into something I’ve never done before. It’s a great opportunity for professional growth.” So says Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) student James Irvine about his role as president of the Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA) on USAHS’ San Marcos campus. For many students, participating in a professional association is a
Graduate school is competitive. How can you make sure your application stands out from the rest? We spoke to enrollment advisors (EAs) for our entry-level degree programs in physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology. They offered tips for how prospective students can navigate the application process and set themselves up for success. A Customized
“To share your unique thoughts, ideas, and feelings is a human right,” says Deann O’Lenick, PhD, CCC-SLP, MBA. Dr. O’Lenick is an expert in working with nonverbal clients through augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). She joined the core faculty of USAHS’ Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) program in September 2021 and is based
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At USAHS, we’re proud of our “culture of innovation,” which leverages advancements in technology to prepare students to deliver cutting-edge healthcare services. Our students are learning in ways that promise to make their future peers envious and their future patients healthier. “It’s not just about cool technology,” says Maria Puzziferro, PhD, Dean of Teaching, Learning
Working as a speech-language pathology assistant (SLPA) is a good way to check out the field of speech-language pathology before you commit to earning your graduate degree. For this post, we spoke with two USAHS alumna who were working as SLPAs when they entered our Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) program. We found