In January and February 2020, USAHS’s second inaugural cohort of Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) students were working in clinical and school settings, getting all the clinical practicum hours they needed to graduate from the program in August. But in March, the COVID-19 pandemic changed everything. Our students would no longer be able
By Kathy Wheat, PhD, CCC-SLP, Program Director of USAHS’s Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program Speech-language pathology (SLP) is one of the fastest-growing professions today. And with a master’s degree in the field, you can work as a speech therapist in a variety of interesting settings—hospitals, outpatient rehab, schools, private practice, guidance centers, home
“I went to grad school thinking I wanted to work with kids,” said Dr. Meghan Savage, CCC-SLP, PhD, a core faculty member in the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) program on USAHS’s Austin campus. But when she had the chance to work with people who were recovering from cerebrovascular accidents (CVAs), or strokes,
On April 24, 2020, the inaugural cohort of the Master of Science Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) program graduated from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS). “Congratulations to the MS-SLP inaugural graduating class. You have studied diligently online, on-campus, and in clinical settings,” MS-SLP Program Director, Dr. Kathy Wheat said. “You are academically and
If you work with people who have communication disorders—whether as a practicing speech-language pathologist (SLP), a family member of someone with speech-language issues, or a grad student in a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) program—you need resources for teaching new language skills and growing your knowledge base. In this post, we list several
At USAHS, we have a student-first philosophy, which means flexible learning, innovative curricula and career-focused practice. With access to state-of-the-art simulation labs and expert faculty we stay ahead of the competition by providing our students—early on in their program—the opportunity for hands-on practice with the tools and technology they need to stand out from the
Fourth-term speech-language pathology (SLP) students on the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) Austin campus are learning through interprofessional simulation scenarios, practicing patient interactions with their peers in our physical therapy (PT) and occupational therapy (OT) programs. In our state-of-the-art Center for Innovative Clinical Practice (CICP), students engage in complex scenarios, learning how
Learning how to manage your time and stay organized in graduate school is imperative to your success. Graduate level coursework tends to be very involved, requiring extensive reading and homework. You will be expected to work independently, stay motivated, and monitor your progress on your own. Cramming the night before will not cut it when
Stress can creep up on us in different ways. Students pursuing graduate degrees in health sciences especially have to deal with a lot of stress balancing rigorous classes, work and their personal lives. While stress is a normal part of life, we want to mitigate it where we can so that we keep a healthy
If you’re a student (or have ever been one), you’ve felt nervous before a big exam. A mild case of the nerves can actually be useful, giving you an adrenaline boost that will help you perform at your best. However, if your pre-test stress becomes so extreme that it impedes your performance, you are probably
Once you have submitted your application to a first-professional OT, PT, or SLP program at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS), you may be invited to come to campus for an interview. While the application shows that you’re academically competitive, the interview is a chance for you to demonstrate your professionalism, enthusiasm,
Time management—how we choose to use and organize our time—is something many of us struggle with. Effective time management allows us to make the most of our day, accomplishing tasks more quickly and prioritizing those that will make the most impact. Different people need different effective time management strategies. If you’re a graduate student, you