Must-Have Courses for New School SLPs
Start with foundational courses on IEPs, data collection, goal writing, AAC, and dismissal decisions. For preschool/elementary, explore language and literacy, phonological processes, grammar, and language sampling. For middle/high school, focus on social language, collaboration, grammar, and residual sound errors. If you're in teletherapy, learn the basics and creative strategies. And for professional issues, advocate effectively and think outside the box for service delivery.
Review: Amazon Prime for SLPs
Amazon Prime offers numerous benefits for SLPs. Get free 2-day shipping on therapy materials, crafts, and books. Enjoy free unlimited photo storage for all your pictures and PECS images. Access Prime Reading for free books, including children's books for therapy. Stream movies with Amazon Instant Videos. And stay tuned for Amazon Prime Wardrobe, a new service for fashion lovers. Try Amazon Prime for free and explore all the perks during your trial period. It's a must-have for busy SLPs!
What to Expect When You're A First Year School SLP
The first year as an SLP can be challenging, with requirements like completing a clinical fellowship year (CFY) and potentially a teacher internship program. Observation and evaluation will be frequent, but use them as opportunities for growth. Building up your supplies and organizing your therapy space is crucial. Providing therapy is the rewarding part, where you'll create schedules, collaborate, evaluate, and be loved by the students. It may feel overwhelming, but remember that it gets easier after the first year.