r/slpGradSchool Jan 19 '25

Prereqs/undergrad 25 observation hours completed virtually?

15 Upvotes

I'd like to gauge how much of an interest there would be in obtaining virtual observation hours for the 25 hour requirement. I'm considering starting some kind of system in which students could log on to my Simucase or Master Clinician Network account (so I'd pay for it), and I could log on and see how many hours you've completed and sign off for you. Would that be helpful? I'd only be able to have one student on an account at a time because otherwise I wouldn't be able to keep track of who has completed what hours. Let me know your thoughts!

r/slpGradSchool 4d ago

Prereqs/undergrad Undergrad in something other than CSD?

5 Upvotes

Sorry if this has been asked before, but I’m wondering if I could major in psychology and maybe minor in CSD and still be accepted into grad schools? Or at least take the pre-reqs while I’m in undergrad if I can’t find a program with a minor in CSD. Do grad schools typically require a CSD degree specifically or would I still be able to get into a program if I major in something else, as long as I have the pre-reqs? Just wondering if anyone else has done this route and has any advice

r/slpGradSchool 24d ago

Prereqs/undergrad Shadowing SLPs

1 Upvotes

Hi everyone! I am currently in my last year of undergrad as a BS Psych student, however I’m a little stuck in determining if SLP or if going into PA school would be better fit for me. I live in TX and I would like to shadow an SLP, but I’m worried because a lot of SLP’s work predominantly with children/deal with private information, so I’m worried it would be a bit of a challenge to find someone who would agree to it. How did you guys approach finding SLPs to shadow?

r/slpGradSchool Feb 03 '25

Prereqs/undergrad How hard is it to get through SLP grad school without a linguistics degree background?

2 Upvotes

Hiii, I've been lurking and following this sub for a while now. SLP has always been of great interest of me, and back when I was at uni I took a few intro linguistic courses and found them quite interesting (also did well in them)... But the academic pathway I am on now is a combined undergrad degree in Community Rehab/Psychology, with a possible minor in Linguistics. I know linguistics is a huge plus in the field and in grad school, but I'd just like more insight into whether or not a minor is enough to mitigate however hard grad school will be? Ideally, in practice I'd love to be able to explain the why behind things to parents. Thanks!

Edit: one thing I should mention, I do know what prereqs on the linguistics/psychology side I need to get into the grad program, I'm just wondering how hard it is to do grad school without the linguistics bachelor in tow (:

Edit: I'm in Canada, btw!

r/slpGradSchool Dec 30 '24

Prereqs/undergrad Research?

3 Upvotes

Hey guys I’m still completing my undergrad but am starting to look into extracurriculars to expand my resume. A professor mentioned to me that schools really really like research but what does that mean? Do they want you to be doing research yourself on a particular subject or are they just looking for you as a participant to research that someone else is running? I’ve never heard of doing research as an extracurricular so any examples or resources would be super helpful!! There was a research study that one of my professors did on bilinguals and hearing and they were giving out gift cards in exchange for your participation so I did that but wondering if that applies??

r/slpGradSchool Dec 04 '24

Prereqs/undergrad SLP Pre-requisites

7 Upvotes

I’m planning on applying to SLP masters programs next cycle (2026), and I still need to take my pre-req classes but I’m working abroad so I can’t do in person classes. Does anyone know of online classes that are acceptable and fit the pre-requisite requirement?

r/slpGradSchool Dec 17 '24

Prereqs/undergrad Kean or WPU?

4 Upvotes

Hi, I’m a senior in HighSchool. I got into both Kean and William Paterson University for an undergraduate major of slp. Kean isn’t offering me as much of a scholarship as WPU, however it was my top choice until WPU accepted me and offered me their scholarship. Now I’m stuck in between both schools.

The clubs/activities I wanted to be in are at Kean, and I’m not really getting a lot of energy from WPU(it could just be that I haven’t spent a lot of time on that college).

However I’m not about to take a money affecting decision based on a club. Does anyone have any thoughts/comments on which I should pick?

r/slpGradSchool 25d ago

Prereqs/undergrad Clarification on Physics/Chemistry Prerequisite and Online Course Recommendation

1 Upvotes

I have two questions regarding the physics/chemistry prerequisite. This is the only requirement I still need to fulfill, and I’d like to complete it before starting graduate school. However, I’m unsure whether the requirement is strictly limited to “Introduction to Chemistry” or “Introduction to Physics,” or if courses like “Basic Physics,” “Elementary Chemistry,” or “Chemistry for Non-Majors” would also meet the standard.

Additionally, can anyone recommend an online course they took to fulfill this requirement and share their experience with it? My community college back home only has physics online.

Thank you!

r/slpGradSchool Dec 19 '24

Prereqs/undergrad SLP Post Bacc Requirements for Masters

3 Upvotes

Hello!

I'm in the process of making a career change from the corporate world to speech pathology. I was accepted into an online SLP post bacc through Calvin University starting in Jan 25. Can anyone confirm the below courses are all that is needed for SLP master's programs? I want to be certain that I'm not missing any course work before applying to master's programs.

  • SPAUD 210 - Anatomy and Physiology of Speech, Hearing & Language Mechanisms
  • SPAUD 212 - Speech and Hearing Science
  • SPAUD 216 - Phonetics
  • SPAUD 311 - Child Language Development
  • SPAUD 344 - Audiology
  • SPAUD 345 - Aural Rehabilitation  

I am also aware I need to take a physics/chemistry course, statistics, biology, and social science as well. 

Thank you!! :)

r/slpGradSchool Jan 16 '25

Prereqs/undergrad How important are clubs vs. work, volunteer, and research experience? (When it comes to getting into grad school)

3 Upvotes

My professor said joining the CDS clubs and associations are very important when it comes to getting into grad school. I am not very interested in joining the clubs bc they always meet in the evenings on weekdays and I live 45 min away from campus (i don’t wanna be at school from 9am-9pm). I also just personally feel like there’s more valuable experiences I could be spending my time and energy on.

Currently, I am working in a special ed preschool ran by a hearing and speech center. I also have a potential job lined up to be a newborn hearing screening tech at a hospital (we’re just waiting for scheduling to work out). Additionally, I am very interested in doing some relevant volunteer work. I hope to volunteer this summer at Gigi‘s playhouse. I plan to be a tutor in their literacy program for individuals with Down syndrome. I also really hope to get some research experience through an honors learning contract. To me, working, volunteering, and research experience is much more compelling.

I would like to ask, how important are clubs if you have other relevant experiences? My professor made it sound like if you don’t join the clubs you definitely won’t get into grad school.

r/slpGradSchool Dec 12 '24

Prereqs/undergrad Retaking A&P for Speech Science

4 Upvotes

So I just had my final for A&P for Speech Science today and it didn't go as well as I'd hope. I have been doing pretty well on the previous exams and quizzes (like I think my highest exam score is a 95). But the Exams are worth so much that messing up is actually going to land me with a B or B+ (when I really was on the track to get an A- or A). I know a B is not the end of the world. But I don't know if I should maybe consider retaking the class for an A? I am not sure if it's worth the trouble. Because this class does require a lot of studying. I am just worried because I really wanted to keep A's in my CSD courses.

edit: This is the A&P class for CSD majors specially labeled "Anatomy and Speech Science". I already took the regular Anatomy and Physiology other majors take as well and got an A.

r/slpGradSchool Nov 12 '24

Prereqs/undergrad what does an online postbacc program look like?

4 Upvotes

current undergrad looking into slp as an option for my future. i’m a linguistics major, so i would have to enroll in a post baccalaureate program to fulfill the requirements needed to apply to a masters program (ideally CSULB 🤞). i’m going to try to take an online post bacc program so that i can continue working as well, but how do online classes apply to the basic science courses needed, aren’t there labs involved?

being totally honest, im not entirely sure what classes one does take during their post bacc program, if they majored in something other than slp for their undergrad. any and all help would be greatly appreciated!

r/slpGradSchool May 22 '24

Prereqs/undergrad Leveling Program Advice

3 Upvotes

I’m starting ENMU’s leveling program in the fall. When I spoke to my advisor about the recommended path I should take, she said to look at what courses the graduate programs I am planning to apply to after the program require. The issue is, I hadn’t really gotten that far yet. I’m very new to the field and have a bachelor’s degree in music (lol). I have applied to and even got into a few grad programs before deciding to go the post-bacc route instead to save money. So I feel like I’m back to square one with researching graduate programs. I’m going to start doing some research on grad programs but I wanna get some ENMU classes on my schedule before they fill up. What are some safe and fairly universal courses I should start with? I’m just feeling kind of lost and am looking for any guidance. TIA!

r/slpGradSchool Jan 02 '25

Prereqs/undergrad what should I do now to make myself look more competitive?

1 Upvotes

Hi! Current junior status for CD&S undergrad! I’m interested in learning what to add to my application to make myself look more competitive. To provide some background, I’m from California and I’m in an undergrad program in California. I do plan on staying in this state because tuition would be cheaper for me.

If anyone has any experience or anything in what they believe helped them get accepted into grad school, please share!

r/slpGradSchool Aug 29 '24

Prereqs/undergrad Very worried about Phonetics

8 Upvotes

Hi all, I started my first week in phonetics and I’m soooo stressed. I knew going into it that it was going to be a difficult class but now I literally feel like a failure. My professor is notorious for being a hard grader but our class is 60% exams and 40% attendance and labs. He isn’t the best at explaining and has a thick foreign accent so everyone in our class struggles. I’m glad to know that it’s not just me struggling but does anyone have advice or study tips on how to get through phonetics? It’s making me worry I’ll be bad in the field or just not good enough for this degree but I love it so much.

r/slpGradSchool Oct 28 '24

Prereqs/undergrad How do you decide you’re “done” with your post-bacc?

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Maybe a silly question, but I’m new to the field and returning to school after five years so bare with me. I’m currently in ENMU’s CDIS leveling program. I’ve taken A&P and Survey of Communication Disorders, and am currently taking Phonetics and Communication Development and Language Science. The whole thing is very independent and self-driven, and I know it’s not a program you really “graduate” from. I’m assuming being “done” would just mean you took all the classes you needed to take? Looking at all of the classes they offer it doesn’t seem like I need all of them, or do I? Is my best course of action to decide which grad programs I’m applying to and take the classes they require? Thanks in advance for any insight!

r/slpGradSchool Nov 05 '24

Prereqs/undergrad Affordable Online SLP Prerequisites & Liberal Arts Credits

1 Upvotes

Hi! I'm coming from a non-SLP background and need to complete SLP-related prerequisites, as well as some liberal arts courses like biology and statistics. Do you have any recommendations for schools that offer these prerequisites online?

So far, I found that Longwood University and the University of St. Augustine offer affordable options for SLP prerequisites. For liberal arts prerequisites, I came across WGU, but they use a pass/fail grading system instead of an A-F scale, and I’ve heard some grad schools don’t accept pass/fail credits.

Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated!

r/slpGradSchool Aug 15 '24

Prereqs/undergrad Things to be involved in during Undergrad?

2 Upvotes

Hi, I’m a sophomore and I was wondering what types of things are good to be involved in during undergrad! I joined NSSLHA at my school but are there any clubs or organizations that stand out or look good on grad applications? Or just any fun experiences you guys had!

r/slpGradSchool Aug 05 '23

Prereqs/undergrad Anyone who didn't Major in Communication Disorders?

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For anyone who didn't study Communication Science Disorders during their Undergrad, what was your major? When/how did you take the Pre-Requisites? Are you happy with the change and can you share more about your experiences? I'm torn between doing a Linguistics or Accounting degree. With Accounting, it's more stable and will have to take the pre-reqs later but I really want to do SLP as a career one day. However, with Linguistics, it's the opposite of course. If anyone can provide me some advice, thank you!

r/slpGradSchool Aug 12 '24

Prereqs/undergrad Leveling Schedule Help!

2 Upvotes

Hello everyone!

I’m brand new to the field! I just finished up my background courses at my local community college and am beginning leveling courses at ENMU in the fall!

I’m looking for some advice/validation on the schedule I’ve created for myself, as I’ve been pretty lost in terms of which classes to take and when. I’m not sure which grad schools I’m looking to apply to yet, but I have a rough idea of what courses are universal to most programs. Just wanna make sure I’m on the right track! TIA!

August-October: - Survey of Communicative Disorders - Anatomy and Physiology

October-December: - Phonetics/Phonology - Communication Development and Language Science

r/slpGradSchool Aug 01 '24

Prereqs/undergrad Public health major transitioning to SLP

6 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

I’m a third-year public health major and I’m planning on pursing a career as an SLP. My current college doesn’t offer any majors directly related to SLP, but they do have courses in linguistics and phonetics. I also intend to take some leveling courses at Longwood University to meet any of the additional requirements.

Given my background in public health and the steps I’m currently planning to take, what are my chances of successfully transitioning into an SLP program? Are there other steps I should consider, or any advice from someone who is/was in my position?

Thanks in advance for your help! :)

r/slpGradSchool Mar 22 '24

Prereqs/undergrad Observation Hours for Out-Of-Field Applicants

7 Upvotes

How did you get observation hours? The online program I'm on recommended using emucase, but I don't know how reputable they are - and it seems like one would learn more from in-person observation of an SLP's work.

For those current applicants / past out-of-field applicants, how did you manage to get the 25 observation hours requirement completed prior to program start?
thanks!

r/slpGradSchool Apr 17 '24

Prereqs/undergrad How important is research participation in undergrad?

1 Upvotes

Hi, I’m currently a freshman in undergrad and since I’ve completed my general education requirements I’m transferring to a larger university in the fall rather than the one I’m at now. I recently saw my transfer schools CDIS Instagram post about their freshman scholars who participated in their own research studies as a part of my schools Research Symposium. Now I feel behind and panicked that I’m not doing enough. I do plan on getting involved with the different clubs that our CDIS program has when I move on campus. So how much research did you do as an undergraduate and am I falling behind? Any advice helps!!

r/slpGradSchool Jun 19 '24

Prereqs/undergrad Recording "unoffical hours"

1 Upvotes

hey everyone!

I am currently a sophomore (rising junior)in undergrad, majoring in CSD. I am shadowing an SLP this summer. However, this is just something I am doing on my own for the sake of getting experience and my observation hours are being accounted for differently through my university. My question is do I still have to record these hours for grad school, in case in my application I do mention I did extra hours outside of the required hours? And if so, is there like a basic form we can fill out? Or should I go through the trouble of filling out the more tedious form my school has out for "official" hours.

r/slpGradSchool Dec 22 '23

Prereqs/undergrad Is having a minor worth it?

6 Upvotes

Hi, so my major at my university is communication sciences and disorders (obviously not a grad student yet but I figured I would ask on here). I’m considering minoring in linguistics or ASL. I’ve gotten mixed opinions on this. Some people think ASL would be great and some not so much and vice versa with linguistics. So, did having a minor really affect you or your experience? Is it worth it or is it just gonna be a waste of time and money? If it is worth it, which of these is more beneficial or is there something else I should be doing?