Day after day, I look forward to meeting one particular OT patient, who consistently gives me words of wisdom in such a way that I always smile and..
Top 3 Organization Tips For The School-Based SLP
It’s no secret that the school-based SLP is busy. SO busy. As a new grad, the school setting can be overwhelming and getting organized is step one..
WebPT And The Next Generation in Home Exercise Program (HEP) Software
In the last 15 years there has been a dramatic surge in the public’s use of technological devices.1,3 In this time of rapid technological growth,..
10 Things You Should Be Doing as a New Grad PT
Congratulations! You’ve finished physical therapy school and have passed your board exams. But with those hurdles now cleared, what comes next for..
Studying Tips For The SLP Praxis Exam
The time has finally come! The notorious words SLP praxis have now been added to your everyday graduate student vocabulary. As you prepare for the..
Cognitive Therapy Techniques for SLP Patients with Dementia
As a new clinician, I struggled with providing cognitive therapy to my patients with dementia. I would give them word finds, crossword puzzles, and..
One of the great aspects of a career as a speech-language pathologist is the diverse settings in which you can work. From newborns to geriatrics,..
The Hazards of Home Health for PTs
In my first installment of the home health series, I offered several reasons why new grad physical therapists should consider home health: extra..
As a Speech-Language Pathologist working in Early Intervention, it can be daunting when you are traveling from home to home and family to family...
All states require that occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants obtain state licensure in order to practice. However, the path..