Description:This book is a must-have resource for anyone considering or involved in a program of study in audiology, speech-language pathology, or speech-language-hearing sciences. Written by members of the National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA) with contributions from a wide range of clinical and academic professionals, this guide is relevant and useful to students who are at any point along the path towards a career in communication sciences and disorders (CSD). This comprehensive guide includes advice for students from the time they are in high school until they graduate with their master's, doctorate, and/or post-doctorate. Providing background on the disciplines, practical advice, and helpful checklists for use during a program of study this resource also includes important information on professional specialty areas, settings, and career options. This survival guide will be an invaluable companion throughout a CSD academic career. |
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New chapters for international students and students studying abroad plus personal stories from students in similar situations. Information includes how to obtain visas, how to locate and select academic programs, and what to know about the Unilateral Agreement.
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A member of each of ASHA's 16 Special Interest Division shares a personal account of how he or she became interested in the CSD disciplines. This insight helps students gain a glimpse of the variety of career options available to them in the CSD disciplines.
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A new chapter provides advice for preparing for the clinical practicum to help students get prepared and stay focused as they move out of the classroom.
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COLLEGE SUCCESS TIPS: Step-by-step advice for high school and undergraduate students on the different degrees available, applying for college, financing a college degree, academic requirements, and tips for success at all stages of undergraduate study.
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GUIDANCE: Provides guidance on choosing and applying to graduate programs in audiology and speech-language pathology as well as information on how to make the most of the graduate study experience.
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ADVICE: Includes chapters for special populations including Advice for Adults Returning to College, Advice for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students, and Advice for Students with an Undergraduate Degree in Another Discipline.
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PROFESSIONAL INSIGHT: Numerous interviews with professionals currently working in a variety of specialties and sub-disciplines provides a snapshot of the many career possibilities open to individuals with a communication sciences and disorders degree.
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ACADEMIC DETAILS: Detailed appendix on academic programs provides information on the different undergraduate and graduate degrees available at U.S. colleges and universities along with contact information.
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