Exploring Careers in Speech-Language Pathology
The field of Speech-Language Pathology is diverse.
As you prepare your applications for graduate school, you’ll want to understand some of the diversity that you’ll later be exploring in depth through graduate coursework.
Why?
You need to enrich your understanding of the field. Think of this as a way to jump into the ongoing conversation and start learning.
The videos below were prepared and produced by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). They cover a range of topics in the field of SLP.
Take the time to watch a few videos, especially those on topics you’re less familiar with.
The Future of SLP and AUD
ASHA members discuss the limitless job possibilities that careers in audiology and speech-language pathology offer. The future is extremely bright. Come be a part of it.
SLP at a Rehabilitation Hospital
This video discusses the diversity of tasks that a SLP can engage in and the value of helping people communicate.
SLP in Schools
One SLP discusses how he is challenged and motivated by working with moderate-to-severe learning disabled high school students, as well as working with a team of professionals to address students’ needs.
SLP in Private Practice
This SLP discusses his love for speech-language pathology and how his work with young children impacts their growth and communication development.
Looking for more conversations in SLP?
Being involved with the conversations in our field even before you’re in grad school is going to add some authentic depth to your applications and hopefully interviews.
If you’re looking to go even more in depth, check out this post on one of my favorite podcasts. It is another great way to dive even deeper into the field.