Getting Into SLP Graduate School: An Open Conversation

Welcome to Pediatric Speech Pals!
Join along with pediatric speech-language pathologist Melissa Joseph, M.S., CCC-SLP and pediatric speech-language pathologist assistant Haley McHugh, B.S. SLP-A for a video podcast episode where we have an open conversation discussing our process of getting into SLP graduate schools, process for getting a SLPA certificate, and the differences between being an SLP and a SLPA.
Join us every Tuesday for a new audio/video podcast episode where we will sit down and share our best therapy tips, answer questions, debunk myths, have a happy hour chat, etc.
Links from episode:
www.asha.org/students/planning-your-education-in-csd/
www.asha.org/students/graduate-students/
find.asha.org/ed/#sort=relevancy
www.asha.org/assistants-certification-program/slpa-faqs/
www.asha.org/slp/
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[@forevayours5534]

Thank you for this! I’ve been nervous about the whole process (still am a little bit). I’ve been a Behavior Interventionist for 7 years and have decided I want to switch to SLP!

[@chandaseng6188]

Congrats Haley! I’m located in Oklahoma and am about to graduate from the only SLPA program in Oklahoma in May! The program is 2 years long which means we get our associate’s degree and are able to get an SLPA job without a bachelor’s degree. For our clinical hours, we had to have 50 direct and 50 indirect for 2 semesters. It’s so cool to hear how every state is different for SLPAs!

[@PediatricSpeechPals]

Thank you! 💕 Congrats to you too! You’re so close to graduating. And wow! That’s so interesting. Very cool to hear about how different your experience has been. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@kitashinsukesricebag]

found you guys through reddit, and i'm enjoying this video as I work on my personal statement! thanks for the fun watch!

[@PediatricSpeechPals]

Yay! So glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching :)

[@kellyguthrie7301]

I have a degree in Early Childhood Education & special intervention. I was an elementary teacher for 3 years and decided it’s not for me. I have started to explore the option of being an SLP. However, the thought of not being able to get into grad school is terrifying 😳

[@PediatricSpeechPals]

I would try not to think about it that way! One step at a time. If you’re really interested in the career you can make it happen!!! Plus you’ve already got a great background for SLP. We’re rooting for ya! 💕

[@lizbethvazquez-ruiz9878]

Hi! I feel exactly the same way. I don't think teaching is for me and I'm considering SLP

[@jacidelgado6330]

I was a kindergarten teacher for 3 years. I felt I was missing something and I returned to school. Best choice I ever made! I finished my leveling courses and am currently waiting for my SLPA license. I will be applying for grad school soon as well. You can do it!!

[@coramckee8502]

This podcast is so helpful and awesome. We need more slp videos on here. Thank you for your efforts :))

[@PediatricSpeechPals]

Of course! Thanks for your support!! 💕

[@sydniegomez8798]

Congratulations Haley!!!♥️ Love you beautiful girl!

[@PediatricSpeechPals]

Thank you!! 💕

[@kimcozean9066]

Congrats Haley!

[@PediatricSpeechPals]

Thank you!

[@dfh436]

Thank you for your videos! I’m interested in hearing about your online grad school experience. Would you be willing to share with us?

[@PediatricSpeechPals]

Yes! We will be sharing as I go along!

[@spacegriffin]

What are soap notes?

[@alicelafrance681]

I am in the process of applying for an online graduate program. Hopefully I can get in

[@PediatricSpeechPals]

Good luck!!! 🤞🤞

[@jordandelworth289]

What was the link on ASHA to find the accredited grad school programs. I’m starting to gather all the schools I’m wanting to apply to next fall.

[@PediatricSpeechPals]

Here you go! find.asha.org/ed/#sort=relevancy

[@TheSarabadiei]

What did you guys do for money in the meantime? How were you able to cover bills ?

[@PediatricSpeechPals]

Haley is working as a SLPA and some other side jobs full time during her grad school and Melissa just focused on school full-time 😊

[@angieloor7407]

would you recommend doing volunteer work during your undergrad? would this volunteer work really make an impact when applying to grad school?

[@PediatricSpeechPals]

In my opinion, the most important impact is your gpa! If your gpa is good, then volunteer/leadership work that relates to the speech therapy field can be helpful and add to your application. Also any internships or observation hours are great to add as well. 😊

[@ruthosornio7779]

Yes...GPA bars most individuals...but experiences do matter, but don't let them affect your GPA negatively...you can always voulteer after your degree...your GPA is your GPA