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As Twinguy7 mentioned above, if you are from CA, there are many options. My daughter graduated last year but she did not get in anywhere. She took CBEST test and applied for jobs in schools for substitute teacher and assistant for SLP. She got into both jobs, pay wasn't that great but she got experienced and got accepted in spring'15. She also had worked in nursing home for the past 4 years.
 
One piece of advise- You must have some kind of experience with kids.
 
As mentioned, she had nursing home experience with elderly peoples but the only reason she didn't get in fall'14 because she didn't have enough experience with kids.
 
SLPA is good but its expensive in CA.
 
Try to shadow SLP, work in hospital, schools or nursing homes.
 
Good luck to all!

As Twinguy7 mentioned above, if you are from CA, there are many options. My daughter graduated last year but she did not get in anywhere. She took CBEST test and applied for jobs in schools for substitute teacher and assistant for SLP. She got into both jobs, pay wasn't that great but she got experienced and got accepted in spring'15. She also had worked in nursing home for the past 4 years.
 
One piece of advise- You must have some kind of experience with kids.
 
As mentioned, she had nursing home experience with elderly peoples but the only reason she didn't get in fall'14 because she didn't have enough experience with kids.
 
SLPA is good but its expensive in CA.
 
Try to shadow SLP, work in hospital, schools or nursing homes.
 
Good luck to all!

So happy that my daughter got into CSU Fresno for spring'15.
What a relief!

Lauren- I don't think you should worry about your GRE. You need to have strong personal statement and LOI. Your GPA is good. Keep emailing the schools you are interested in and put your name there. Lot of times when you follow up they like that. Some student feels that schools will be bothered, they don't. Actually they like it that you are interested in their school/program. You will get in somewhere but you need to apply broadly with some back up safety schools.
Good Luck.

So happy that my daughter got into CSU Fresno for spring'15.
What a relief!

So happy that my daughter got into CSU Fresno for spring'15.
What a relief!

It depends. (You're inquiring for your daughter, correct?) Does she have her BA in communicative disorders? If so, she can attend CSUN's online SLPA program. There's a class that last for a couple months (I believe) and in addition to that, you complete an internship where you shadow & work with a licensed SLP. After you've successfully completed the course & 70 fieldwork hours, you'll be able to apply for your SLPA license (which entails gathering appropriate signatures, paperwork, & background checks & submitting it to the CA licensing board). There are other requirements you could fulfill instead of the 70 fieldwork hrs --
Must have 70 hours of fieldwork experience OR nine months of full-time work experience performing the duties of an SLPA in a public school setting OR nine months of full-time work as an SLPA in another state with the appropriate authorization to practice. (According to CA state licensing board) There are community colleges where you can receive an associates degree in communicative disorders, but that will take 2 years. After that, you'll still need to complete 80 hrs during an internship.
 
Here's a link to the CA licensing board website: http://www.speechandhearing.ca.gov/applicants/app_pack_slp_assist.shtml and FAQs on the ASHA website: http://www.asha.org/associates/SLPA-FAQs.htm#g2

I, too, work as a SLPA and have been for the past year & a half. Working in the field that you're intending to pursue higher education in is definitely a plus ...no matter what field that may be. I have been told by professors that admissions & graduate programs want to make sure you'll be a successful clinician, not just a successful student. That is why they take into consideration your work experience. There's no teacher like experience! It teaches you what textbooks don't! Plus, they also want to make sure that you're dedicated to the field. Programs don't want to invest time into people who won't end up using their education. If you've had previous experience under your belt, you're more likely to want to continue working in the field once you graduate (in their eyes). So, it definitely wouldn't hurt! 
 
I've honestly learned SO much working as a SLPA in California. But, I know that there is still so much more for me to learn. Being a SLPA actually motivates me more in terms of getting my MA. Having those restrictions (like not being able to assess, create goals, etc.), actually makes me want to learn more.
 
Hope that helps!

im seriously considering going abroad to teach English. Some programs pay for your training and living. If not, then im going to retake the GRE, look for a job with an adult clientele, take a Spanish fluency exam, andddd...possibly volunteer?

I am willing to help anyone who needs help as well!

You've come to the right place for help. Best bunch of ppl you'll ever come across here in this group.

Congrats twinguy7! I'm so happy for you.

Congrats twinguy7 & daisynic.

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Check it out- MATH 0013 Elementary Statistic Summer 2014
 
Its gonna cost you probably $100-$150 for this class.
 
 
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