Speech-Language Pathology

Purpose

All trainees and the fellow are supervised by certified and licensed Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists.

Objectives

• Accurately matches and/or adapts screening procedures to all populations, selects appropriate screening criteria, administers and scores screening instruments (s) efficiently, interprets results, and makes appropriate recommendations.
• Selects/develops and implements intervention strategies for treatment of communication and related disorders taking into consideration all unique characteristics and communication needs of the child.
• Demonstrates communication skills, including listening, speaking, nonverbal, communication, and writing, taking into consideration the communication needs as well as the cultural values of the child, the family, caregivers, significant others, and other professionals.

Description

A 4-month paid traineeship is available for three Graduate level students in speech-language pathology. These trainees spend 20 hours per week providing diagnostics and therapeutic services to children who have or are at risk for a developmental disability. Off-site clinic participation is also provided.

A 12-month Clinical Fellowship (CFY) is available for one Master’s level speech-Language Pathologist. The fellow is responsible for providing diagnostic evaluations and therapy as well as serving on various center teams. The CFY will meet all requirements as determined by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) to receive the Certificate of Clinical Competence.

Who Can Apply

To download an application for a traineeship or fellowship, click here to view critera and details.

Contact

Chief of Speech-Language Pathology, BCDD, 711 Jefferson Avenue, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 448-6511.

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