Do you want to know why I became a speech pathologist? Back in 1999, I graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a B.A. in Spanish and a minor in business. I interviewed through the business school for positions and I was able to find a job outside of Chicago working for Kraft Foods. I ... Read More about Why I became a speech-language pathologist
Top 10 Tips for Badass Speech Students Taking the Praxis
Getting geared up to take the Praxis can feel like a daunting task. I took the test in 2006 (yes, I'm old) while I was just finishing up my master’s degree from Northwestern University. I passed the first time I took it and you will too -- because you're a badass! Here’s how: It’s not ... Read More about Top 10 Tips for Badass Speech Students Taking the Praxis
5 Pros and Cons of “Going Contract” vs Being a Direct Hire
“Should I go contract?” is a question that comes up frequently for speech-language pathologists at all stages of their careers. Some SLPs are just starting out and others are mid-career, but feel ready for a change. I’ve worked both as a contract speech path and I’ve been hired directly ... Read More about 5 Pros and Cons of “Going Contract” vs Being a Direct Hire
3 Things You Need to Know about Language Delay, Language Disorder, and Language Difference
When a speech path first starts out, it is tough to figure out the difference between diagnostic terms in evaluation reports. Sometimes the terms sound so similar. Additionally, when parents hears a diagnosis during an eligibility meeting, it can be pretty confusing. Here are some issues that come ... Read More about 3 Things You Need to Know about Language Delay, Language Disorder, and Language Difference
6 Things You Never Knew about Bilingual Education
Spanish is my second language and one that I started learning in eighth grade through college when I majored in Spanish. Because of that, I don't have native proficiency in Spanish, but I am fluent. I never participated in bilingual education as a child, but in graduate school I learned about ... Read More about 6 Things You Never Knew about Bilingual Education
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