I loved this visual that Presence Learning created and I wanted to share. Special Thanks to Presence Learning for allowing me to share this visual. Also stay tuned to their upcoming blog posts and webinars, I was able to attend their last free webinar that discussed "Managing Workloads in a Caseload-Driven World".
I loved this visual that Presence Learning created and I wanted to share. Special Thanks to Presence Learning for allowing me to share this visual. Also stay tuned to their upcoming blog posts and webinars, I was able to attend their last free webinar that discussed "Managing Workloads in a Caseload-Driven World". 1 Comment  THE TOP 7 REASONS TO BECOME A SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST  1. Communication Matters We communicate in different ways everyday and as a Speech Language Pathologist you are helping others in the area of communication.  2. Your Head will Spin Some Days As a Speech Language Pathologist, your head will spin some days because there are some cases more challenging than others. It allows us to become even more innovative than we already are and to think outside of the box.  3. Making a Difference and Changing the World (Literally) As a Speech Language Pathologist, You are really making a difference and touching so many lives with the invaluable resources and wealth of knowledge that you provide to so many.  4. A Setting for Everyone As a Speech Language Pathologist, there are many different settings that you can choose to work in, the possibilities are endless. As I always say, "There is a little something for everyone."  5. Welcome to Nerd or Geekland Oh yes, you may never have thought you would hear these words, but all of the SLPs that I know are nerds, including myself. No, it is not a bad thing at all, it just means you do not stop learning and you are really interested in everything there is to know about the field. Lets face it, Speech Language Pathology is a really broad field and in order to stay current you do kind of become a SLP Geek :)  6. Storytime...Everyday As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will have life changing stories and funny ones for years to come. Go ahead and get your journal ready.  7. #SLPeeps As a Speech Language Pathologist, you have the opportunity to join in on an amazing community of Speech Language Pathologists on Twitter (#SLPeeps). This group is amazing, the community of SLPs that you communicate with via Twitter and other forms of social media is truly a one-of-a kind experience. It is not only a community, but friendships are made here as well. PediaStaff made it really easy for you to get involved in Social Media by creating a Guidebook. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor (2010) , the median annual wages of speech-language pathologists were $62,930 in May 2008. The middle 50 percent earned between $50,330 and $79,620. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $41,240, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $99,220. Median annual wages in the industries employing the largest numbers of speech-language pathologists were: Nursing care facilities $79,120 Home health care services 77,030 General medical and surgical hospitals 68,430 Offices of other health practitioners 67,910 Elementary and secondary schools 58,140 For more information about salary based on a specific state visit http://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes291127.htm Citation for the Information Above: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, Speech-Language Pathologists, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos099.htm (visited October 07, 2010). Question for me? email me at futureslps.com@gmail.com Answer: Do not be afraid to dive in and try different ideas and activities, think outside of the box, be creative! Some cases can feel like a puzzle with missing pieces but, do not get discouraged because that is what makes this field challenging and it keeps you on your toes. Watching an individual learn a new skill, develop and show growth in his/her skills, building long lasting relationships with other professionals, families, and clients makes coming to work each day more than worth it! Question for me? email me at futureslps.com@gmail.com Answer: Bachelors and Masters degree, Completion of the National Examination on Speech Language Pathology from the Praxis Series Educational Testing Service (ETS) with a passing score and a 36 week fellowship to get your Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in speech language pathology. Question for me? email me at futureslps.com@gmail.com Q: What are some of the challenges that you may experience as a speech language pathologist?10/04/2010 Answer:Caseloads in the public schools can be high and paperwork can be overwhelming at times. It is difficult sometimes to determine whether to keep an individual on your caseload if progress is not present, and maintaining high productivity in a skilled nursing facility can be difficult. If you have multiple sites, sometimes managing caseloads can be difficult. Scheduling can be difficult in the schools because sometimes therapy overlaps with specials (art, p.e, music), scheduled tests, etc. Answer: A rewarding career, there is never a dull moment, making a difference in the lives of many, collaborating with parents, staff, community and other professionals, working with small groups of individuals (1-3) for a short period of time (30-45 minutes) each day. Steady income and many opportunities for professional growth. If you become drained working in one setting then there are many other settings to choose from, there is a shortage of speech language pathologists so you should always have a job! Question for me? email me at futureslps.com@gmail.com Q: What can I do with a Bachelors degree if I want to become a speech language pathologist?10/04/2010 Answer: An individual with a Bachelors degree can become a speech language pathologist assistant in some states. If you would like to find out more information about being a speech language pathologist assistant, visit http://www.asha.org/certification/faq_slpasst.htm. Question for me? email me at futureslps.com@gmail.com Answer: Speech language pathologists are in high demand! Be prepared to love what you do! In an array of settings, this career involves counseling, educating, assessing, diagnosing, treating, remediating, and raising awareness of problems related to speech, language, cognition, and swallowing in birth-geriatrics populations. Be prepared to collaborate with communities, families, staff members, and other professionals. Question for me? email me at futureslps.com@gmail.com |  Quote of the Week:
“You only have control over three things in your life — the thoughts you think, the images you visualize, and the actions you take (your behavior). How you use these three things determines everything you experience. If you don’t like what you are producing and experiencing, you have to change your responses.” -Jack Canfield- Student Success Tip of the Week: "It is OK not to know all of the answers, but it is important to not pretend to know all the answers. Seek help. -Futureslps.com- 
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