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Yes it is! like @mcamp's course, mine is also focusing on the concepts. There is some math, but so far it has been pretty simple. I am taking it online too, so I can easily have a list of formula's for the tests, and not have to memorize them. Best of luck!

Hello! I know some others who have done the post-bacc program, but I don't know much about their academic background. I did apply to the graduate program, and based on that I think your stats look good. If you do get in I would work really hard in your classes to get straight A's to get your GPA up a bit, because admission to the post-bacc program does not guarantee admission into the grad program. I did meet some applicants who did the post-bacc but did not get into the grad program. If you don't get in and want to try again I would suggest volunteering at the Houston Aphasia Recovery Center. Dr. Maher is affiliated with HARC, and I hear that many applicants who volunteer there do get admitted. It's also a rewarding and wonderful experience. I have been volunteering there for quite some time and I have learned so much, and it's really boosted my confidence for working with adults. Best of luck!

It really depends on the program. Some schools are lenient and will let you take it once you are in the program (although I can't imagine wanting to add to my course load), some require it be completed before you start the program. The requirement is a 'physical science' which like others have said also includes physics. SOME schools will even take astronomy, environmental science, geology, acoustics, etc. however to be on the safe side I would just do a chem. or physics course because others' require one of those. Physics is more related because of the sound component. I am taking a super easy physics course through a community college. It doesn't even have a lab, but it is in line with the requirements of ASHA. The keyword I am focusing on is "Basic" :-) http://www.asha.org/Certification/Course-Content-Areas-for-SLP-Standards/

I applied to Memphis and UT Dallas too! I visited Dallas last week, and really loved their facilities. I am an older applicant, and when visiting some other schools I felt very "old" on campus, but most of UTD's courses and practicums are at the Callier Center which feels more professional and less like a school. After talking to some grad students it seems to be a little less stressful than some of the other higher ranked programs. I'll be visiting Memphis on Friday, so I'll try to remember to let you know how that goes!

This can vary so much! I hear school SLP's employed through the school make on the lower end. If you're willing to be a contractor (typically no benefits, supply your own materials, and save your own taxes) you can make much more money. Although, I have only worked in big cities as an SLPA (Phoenix & Houston). I have made good money as a contractor, and right now I am making an per session rate (in private practice) close to some SLPs. From what I have seen home health pays well, but depending on driving conditions in your area it can be tough.

Northern Arizona offers both courses. I know Neuro is in the summer, but I'm not sure about the other.

I'm 30 and I would say the math portion was harder to prepare for. Math and science always came easier for me in high school, but I didn't need much math in college. Now I did better on the verbal portion of the test. The big thing with math is you have to be "in practice" and it's difficult to re-learn a lot of material in a short period of time. I used Magoosh too and I really liked the program. I just wish I gave myself at least 6 months to prepare. I only gave myself 3 months, and it just wasn't enough. My advice would be to make sure you really understand a concept before moving on, and always go back to old material and do practice problems. I found that I would get a concept and do well with it, but then I didn't retain it all come test day. I recalled going over the material, but didn't always remember how exactly to do the problem. Also, when deciding on schools to apply for, I noticed some schools seemed to care more about the verbal scores - but not all. Best of luck!

I don't think there is a way to search through EdFind. I bet if you googled "speech pathology spring admission" you would be able to find many of the programs. Regarding NAU the application deadline is the same for summer and fall tracks, which is today I believe.

I also put my name in the header and the title of the document. None of the schools I applied to specified directions about headings. I think that should suffice. Admissions committees are so busy and have so many apps to go through, I'm sure they appreciate simple!

I suggest getting some experience! SLP graduate school is highly competitive, and while it's not impossible to switch gears from a different major, you need to demonstrate that you are really interested. Schools want to know you're serious. Try volunteering, or getting a job in the field or a related field. A far as your business degree, I would talk about how that will help you in your future goals; leadership, entrepreneurship in private practice, etc. Best of luck!

You should definitely try. Volunteer, retake the GRE, get more diverse experiences in the field/related fields. Work as an SLPA -if that's an option for you. This will also help you get LORs. However, my personal advice would be to wait until the next cycle. Applying is expensive, stressful, and time consuming. I suggest taking the time to really make yourself stand out as an applicant, rather than rush into it. I did that last time I applied, and it showed. I didn't get accepted anywhere. I spent the last 2 years taking courses, volunteering, getting more experiences as an SLPA. Hopefully it pays off this cycle!

Of course you should. If you are passionate about it, you will be successful. I really liked Magoosh for prep. As others have said do well in post-bacc courses. Depending on what your work/home life is like, I would just make sure to give yourself enough time! I overloaded myself by working full time, prepping for the GRE and taking some pre-req courses. Not a good idea especially when you are out of practice of being a student. My advice is to ease into it :-)

If you look at your GPA report in CSDCAS there are several calculations other than the cumulative GPA (by category, major, sr. & jr. year, etc). I assume if a school says they put more weight on your later coursework, they will look at all factors. Your stats are great, I bet if you have taken your time with all parts of the application you will get in!

There are a bunch of online pre-requisite programs. I did neuro. at Northern Arizona University online. I also did some pre-reqs at University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire. They were really easy to register for, and not too expensive. I would look closely at the programs you are applying for to see how strict they are. Some programs will let you complete some courses once in the programs, others require that all pre-reqs are done before enrolling. In terms of your grades focus on schools who put more emphasis on the last 60 hours, they usually say this on their admissions page. Also look on http://www.asha.org/edfind/ to find programs that match your stats. If you are using CSDCAS they have a list of participating programs with deadlines so you can easily find schools with a February deadline. Best of luck!