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Speech-Language
Pathology Resources
Augmentative
Communication & Technology Services (ACTS) is a private agency
serving the needs of severely speech impaired individuals who require
augmentative/ alternative communication systems and assistive technology
for spoken and written communication. ACTS provides direct services to
individuals who use alternative systems (assessment, system prescriptions,
intervention) and consultation to professionals and families who interact
directly with them.
AAC
Early Intervention Endorsement Program. Severe shortages of qualified
speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and special educators exist in the
area of early intervention and augmentative and alternative communication
(AAC). The Collaborative AAC Services in Early Intervention Settings project
is designed to prepare AAC professionals to support young children with
severe communication needs in inclusive settings. SFSU Faculty in the
Department of Special Education and Communicative Disorders Program received
a five-year grant from the US Department of Education/Office of Special
Education to train professionals in AAC with young children. Students
and professionals in speech-language pathology, early childhood special
education, and physical and health impairments are encouraged to apply.
The project is also planned in collaboration with the Bridge School, as
trainees will have the opportunity to participate in Building Bridges
Camp for one week in the summer.
American
Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
ASHA is the national scientific, professional, and credentialing association
for speech-language pathologists, audiologists, and speech/language/hearing
scientists. Since its inception in 1925, ASHA has encouraged scientific
study of human communication and its disorders and has provided certification
since 1952 for those who diagnose and treat people with communication
disorders. ASHA promotes appropriate academic and clinical preparation
and provides opportunities for continuing professional development to
keep practitioners current with latest knowledge. ASHA has more than 107,000
members, certificate holders, and affiliates.
See also
1) Academic Programs
a) Online
Guide to Graduate Education (CAA Accredited Programs)
b) Guide
to Doctoral Programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders
c) Information
about Clinical Doctoral Programs in Audiology
d) Doctoral
Education: ASHA
2) Praxis II
Exam
3) Financial Aid and
Funding Opportunities
a) American Speech-Language-Hearing
Foundation
b) Financial Aid
Resources for Students
c) Grants
and Funding Resources
d) Funding
a PhD Education
e) Grant
Program for Projects on Multicultural Activities
4) Career Center: ASHA's
Online Career Center
The
ASHA Gathering Place
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is very pleased
to make this special resource available to undergraduate, graduate and
doctoral students enrolled in communication sciences and disorders programs.
The ASHA Gathering Place offers both one-to-one mentoring and team mentoring.
These programs can enhance your professional preparation and development,
increase your networking opportunities, and allow you to share your clinical
knowledge and skills. Mentors will share financial, educational, and professional
resources.
Autism Spectrum Program. State-of-the-art
graduate program offers specialized preparation for educators serving
diverse learners on the autism spectrum. Through specialized coursework
and mentored field experiences, candidates will develop an understanding
of the nature of ASD, become experts in supporting social and communicative
competence, and leaern to foster a high quality of life for individuals
on the autism spectrum throughout the lifespan. Candidates earn a Level
II (K-12) and/or Master's degree with an Autism Spectrum Certificate.
Qualified candidates who are accepted into this program are eligible for
a one-time stipend to offset tuition expenses. Click
here for flyer or contact Kristen
Bottema, Project Coordinator.
Bridge School (Located in Hillsborough,
CA, the Bridge School is an educational program dedicated to ensuring
that children with severe speech and physical impairments achieve full
participation in their communities through the use of augmentative &
alternative means of communication (AAC) and assistive technology (AT)
applications.
California Commission on Teaching Credentialing
(CCTC) Vision: To ensure that those who educate the children of this
state are academically and professionally prepared. Mission: To assure
the fully prepared and effective educators all students deserve and our
communities require. The Commission (1) Conducts regulatory and certification
activities, (2) develops preparation and performance standards in alignment
with state adopted academic content standards, (3) proposes policies in
credential related areas, (4) conducts research and assessment, (5) monitors
fitness-related conduct and imposing credential discipline, and (6) communicates
its efforts and activities to the public.
California Speech-Language-Hearing Association
(CSHA) CSHA provides support to speech-language pathologists and audiologists
through: advocacy, advanced knowledge, research, and legislation. A professional
organization of speech-language pathologists and audiologists advancing
services to children and adults with communication and related disorders.
CSHA is the officially recognized professional association for California
speech-language pathologists and audiologists by the national American
Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
California Speech-Language Pathology
and Audiology Board (CSLPAB) The mission of CSLPAB is to protect the
consumer by requiring adherence to statutes and regulations designed to
ensure the qualifications and competency of providers of speech-language
pathology and audiology services. The CSLPAB is an agency within the California
Department of Consumer Affairs.
Council of Academic Programs in Communication
Sciences and Disorders (CAPCSD)
CAPCSD is an organization representing academic programs that offer master's,
doctoral, and postdoctoral preparation of audiologists, speech-language
pathologists, and speech, language, and/or hearing scientists. The Council's
purposes include: advancing the goals and effectiveness of graduate education
programs, including the promotion of research and the definition of educational
standards; facilitating the exchange of scholarly and professional information;
and fostering initiatives to enhance the preparation of students in ways
that are congruous with the public need.
Medical
Speech Pathology Council of California (MSCC) The council is designed
to educate and support medical speech pathologists in the state of California
via commitment to (1) professional excellence, (2) training students,
(3) legislative action, and (4) the promotion of continuing education.
With approximately 375 members, MSCC is recognized by CSHA as a Special
Interest Group.
National Student Speech-Language-Hearing
Association (NSSLHA). Founded in 1972, NSSLHA is the national organization
for graduate and undergraduate students interested in the study of normal
& disordered human communication. NSSLHA is the only official national
student association recognized by the American Speech Language Hearing
Association (ASHA). NSSLHA has approximately 11,000 members with chapters
in more than 294 colleges & universities.
SLPJob.Com
Only website dedicated for speech-language pathology, audiology, hearing
(sign/language translator jobs), message board, insurance helper and more.
Speech-Language
Pathologist.Org Website providing jobs, opportunities to post your
resume, courses, products, message board, resource links, chat room, how
to find an SLP in your area, and free SLP websites.
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ext. 4; Chasiti Effort, College of Education Representative
Bursar's Office
(Cashier)
Cahill
Learning Resource and Media Laboratory (BH319) 415.338.3423
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College of Education (BH501)
415.338.2687
College of Education
Graduate Student Services (BH240) 415.338.2051
Credential Programs Admission Office (BH240) 415.405.3594
Disability Programs and Resource
Center (DPRC; SSB110) 415.338.2472
Graduate
Division (ADM254) 415.338.2234
International Students
Services
Registrar's Office
RICA testing information
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