Speech-Language Pathology Assistant - Nashua Community College

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant from Nashua Community College is a Campus Associate Communication Disorders degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Communication is one of the most critical elements of human existence. The Associate in Science Degree Program for Speech-Language Pathology Assistants prepares students to work with individuals who have communication disorders under the supervision of an ASHA-certified, state-licensed speech-language pathologist . Graduates from this program are eligible for certification through the NH Office of Licensed Allied Health Professions. The role of the speech-language pathologist has expanded beyond service provision to include administrative, managerial, and supervisory responsibilities. The appropriate use of speech-language pathology assistants is one means to meet the demands and to extend service delivery to persons with communication disorders in a cost-efficient fashion. Job opportunities for speech-language pathology assistants (SLPAs) are growing with increased demand for speech-language pathologists . Most current positions in New Hampshire are within school districts, although the opportunity for employment in health care settings is growing. The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Program at NCC has been designed following the American Speech-Hearing-Language Association\\\'s Guidelines for Training, Use, and Supervision of Speech-Language Pathology Assistants. Students are advised that public schools, nursing homes and rehabilitation facilities require a criminal background check before allowing students to participate in learning experiences at their locations. Students are responsible for any fees that may be incurred in meeting this requirement. The College must ensure that students in the program do not put themselves or anyone else in jeopardy during classroom observations, participation in fieldwork activities, or Service Learning experiences. Therefore, students must demonstrate sufficient emotional and physical ability to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected events. In addition, speech-language pathology assistant students need to have excellent communication skills (verbal and non-verbal), empathy, tolerance, patience and creativity. Furthermore, students are expected to have the emotional stability required to exercise sound judgment, accept direction and guidance from a supervisor or faculty member, and establish rapport and maintain sensitive interpersonal relationships with patients/clients, their families, agency staff, faculty, and classmates. Attendance at classes and clinical experiences is expected. An interview with the Speech-Language Pathology Program Coordinator is required for admission into the program. Applicants to the program must meet the general requirements for admission to the College as well. The mission of the Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Program is: To prepare post-secondary students to ethically and competently assist in the practice of speech-lanuage pathology under the direction and supervision of a state-licensed ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologist. To provide a base in scientific and cultural foundations of a liberal education. To help students be productive and contributing members of society. To promote life-long learning through the acquisition of values, skills, and attitudes beneficial to both themselves and others. View more details on Nashua Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Communication Disorders courses.