The official blog of the National Student Speech Language Hearing Association
Ethics are the cornerstone of any profession, guiding practitioners in their conduct and interactions with clients, colleagues, and the community. As you pursue a career in audiology or speech-language pathology, understanding and adhering to ethical principles is essential. As a new professional you may wonder about your obligations and responsibilities under established ethical codes. In this article, we will discuss how and when the American…
Embarking on the journey toward a doctoral degree is a significant milestone—but, with countless options available, it’s essential to find the program that best fits your needs and goals. In this blog post, I’ll discuss my journey of figuring out which degree to pursue based on where I saw myself in the future. It’s important to note that the decision about what program is best…
In celebration of LGBTQ+ Pride Month, get to know the LGBTQ+ CSDSA, its mission and goals, and what the future looks like. Also, hear from some of its officers to more deeply understand what being an LGBTQ+ student and/or a student clinician means—and the impact of the LGBTQ+ CSDSA on our students. What Is the LGBTQ+ CSDSA? The LGBTQ+ CSDSA is a student association for…
“Gender-affirming voice therapy is fundamentally about safety. . . .There is immense satisfaction in helping someone find their freedomthrough speech coaching, as the ability to communicate and expressoneself without fear is a fundamental human right.” Hannah Sumner (She/Her) is a director and speech coach at Seattle Voice Lab. She is a Berklee College of music graduate and has a Master’s in Speech Language Pathology from…