Loki_Odinson
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Hi Guys!
What sort of jobs could I potentially apply to that would make my application stand out for the next round of applications? I know SLP assistant is one of the main ones, but are there any other ones that would also look great on an application that deal with the field or even if they do not?
Thank you in advance!
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17 hours ago, 2022SLPhopefully said:
Hi
I can't speak to UBC but for UofA, I spoke to Vicky asking this exact question and she said it was fine so I uploaded my unofficial transcripts until I could get my officials.
Thank you!
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20 hours ago, SpeechieWannaB said:
I can only speak to the U of A application, but I think as long as you have some sort of transcript uploaded and pay you can proceed. The key is that you must choose "in progress" for those schools that you wish to change at a later date (and not "completed"). To my knowledge, if you choose completed, it won't allow you to upload any changes. Perhaps double check with Vicki?
Thank you! I will look into it!
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Hi guys!
I had a question in regards to the UofA and UBC applications (sorry if this has been asked before). So I didn't realize that you needed to had to upload transcripts yourself and I have ordered them, but they still have not arrived (which is setting me back on my initial application plans) I was wondering if I could upload unofficial transcripts right now and pay for the application so my references can get their emails and then be able to change it to the official ones once I receive them?!?!
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
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16 hours ago, Wugs said:
I had this same issue, it was hard to get ahold of them. I think in the end it was the non.degree@ubc.ca email that got back to me. It took them 10 days to email me back. I think the open seats are reserved for students in a program requiring them, and you have to snag seats that are not reserved. I would recommend you check back routinely, especially closer to beginning of classes, as there is usually always someone dropping and freeing up seats.
Thank you for getting back to me!
I have also emailed non.degree@ubc.ca and they told me that I had to contact the Audiology department directly. I am still waiting for a reply from the Audiology department so I shall see what happens. Other than that I check pretty much every day to see if I can reseter into the class.
Thank you for this information though!!
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Hello Guys!!
I want to wish good luck to everyone applying this year!
I had a question in regards to UBC's SLP program. I am planning on taking AUDI 402 with them as an unclassified student to satisfy their anatomy prerequisite. I am currently enrolled at UBC as an unclassified student but cannot seem to enrol in the class. The class is not full (has 3 spots remaining) but it is unreleased (I also have no idea what this means). I have emailed many people and also left voicemails but have not heard back. If anyone here was or is currently enrolled in the class, how did you go about doing so? Any kind of help or information will be greatly appreciated!
Pav
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42 minutes ago, Indianslp said:
Oh god, it’s the opposite for me! I will have to wait even more as I’m in India right now. For me midnight would be 9.30 AM on Thursday.
I was a bit confused at first but now I get it! Time zones make everything a little bit trickier! Anyways I wish you good luck with your applications!!
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38 minutes ago, Wuglette said:
Haha! I admire your restraint! I know that there is no way that I will be able to sleep on Wednesday anyways, so I am planning on staying up till midnight and checking my portals obsessively. Lol. ?
Ever since I found out we will know at midnight EST, I have been going back and fourth as to whether I will check that night or the morning. Although I go to bed at 10:00pm each night (I know I am a Grandma) so I could easily avoid checking. But I am not sure so we shall see!! I just have my fingers crossed that I get accepted!
Good luck to you!!
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Hey!
I want to say congratulations to all those who have received acceptances, it is well deserved. For those still waiting to hear back, hang on tight we got this.
As April 1st is slowly creeping around the corner I'm both anxious and excited!! Since I live in BC I will most likely will find out my applications result at 9:00 pm PST on Wednesday, but I don't know if I'm the only one that's gonna do this, but I don't think I will check until Thursday morning. Mainly because no matter what the verdict is I will not sleep the night I check. Hopefully my curiosity doesn't get the better of me and I can hold off until the morning but I don't know at this point!
Good luck to everywhere still waiting to hear back!!
Pav!
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Hey all,
As the verdicts to some of our applications role in, I am feeling the anxiety get to me. First I wanted to start off by congratulating those who have been waitlisted or accepted into McGill!! Now for those who have yet to hear anything such as me, my friend enlightened me with some consolations the other day that made me feel a lot better about things. She quoted some very wise words of Shakespeare to me "if it be not now, yet it will come". Although I know the quote is about death, when thinking about it out of context, if things do not go they way that you want them, do not forget that you can try again later. If you do not get in this year round, you may the next. I am sending good vibes to everyone here and I hope things go well for all of you!
Pav!
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2 hours ago, SLP_hopeful123 said:
Hi Pav! Just want to let you know that you aren't alone in applying to one school. I only applied to McGill... and seeing as it's so competitive I'm already planning on applying again next year if I don't get in. Of course, I'm hoping for the best... but also accepting that if I don't get in, I'll try again next year and apply to more schools. Best of luck to you though and it sounds like you've got some great experiences under your belt!
Hey!
The fact that this program in any given University in Canada is very competitive makes me even more nervous at times! But, like you said there is always next year! I am sure you would be a wonderful student for the program and I wish you all the best in your application!!
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2 hours ago, cneuz said:
Hey! I'm in the same boat as you, I could only apply to Western, my subGPA is 3.3 so... outlook not good but I have a plan B that'll hopefully make potential third time the charm... that gives me *slight* peace of mind (how many years am I going to do this before I give up?? and what does that mean for me when SLP feels so right for me??) ... plan B for me is the CDA program at Lambton College, the way I see it I'll get more good grades to boost my subGPA, actual clinical hours and way more experience, and a diploma I can get a job with in case everything goes sideways.
I too am trying not to lose hope! I always hear that Western does look at the whole application and not just GPA, so having good, wide-ranging volunteer experience and letters of rec are a big part of it
my fingers are crossed for everyone, the world needs more SLPs.
Hey that is great that you have a solid plan B! I have one too although its not as great. If things do not go as planned, I will work throughout the next year and get in more volunteering hours and try and better my GPA for the next round of applications. Its all I can really do. But with that being said, I believe life takes us where we need to be, so I tend not to worry about the outcome too much. I hope you get in, and who knows maybe our paths may cross in the future. I wish you the best of luck with your application!
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35 minutes ago, neuroling said:
Hey! I applied to more than one school but I also had a bad third year that really affected my ORPAS subGPA. You're not alone, I hear you! It's frustrating, especially when these things are beyond our control now. Clinic volunteering can be a great way to improve an application, crossing my fingers for you. Best of luck
Hey!
You are right, there is not much we can do about it now, but it is reassuring to know there are others in the same boat. Thank you so much! I'm sending some good luck your way too, I hope you get in to your desired University! Good luck!
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Hey all!
I hope you all are doing well!
Good luck to all those who have their MMI's! Just be yourself and do not stress too much!
I was wondering if there was anyone else on this thread that for whatever reason was only able to apply to one University like me? I find not having any back ups to be very nerve-racking. So whether I get in or not determines my fate for the following year. My sGPA is 3.40 which is not the greatest (I had a really bad third year due to some personal circumstances) but I do not want to lose hope! I volunteer with a clinic currently and I have worked with 3 separate SLPS and all of them have said that they think I would be a great SLP! Which I guess is very encouraging!! So I hope Western can look past my sGPA and I hopefully get accepted!
Now I know I just said that I am feeling the anxiety, but I will say that from what I have read about the others in this thread you all seem like very smart, kind and just over all great people! So try not to stress too much guys, and I wish you the best of luck in your applications and for the future!
-Pav
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Hey guys,
First off, I want to congratulate all those who have been offered Interviews for Mac! For those who did not there is still time so do not lose hope just yet. Also, we have yet to hear from all the other schools as well. I know its easier said then done because I too am feeling the anxiety and stress of the verdicts to my application get to me. But despite what the verdict is I need everyone here to remember that this does not define who you are. I know we get caught up in finishing school in a timely fashion and all these other things, but school is just one facet of our lives. So, if you do not get in this year please do not feel upset. This gives us more time to figure ourselves out and become better for the following year, I know its hard not to feel upset and defeated but I truly believe that we all have our own paths that we need to follow to get where we need to be. I know I am rambling on, but I know for a very long time I struggled with the uncertainty of where my life was heading and that I know a lot of you must be feeling the same way and it sucks. The constant worrying and nervous breakdowns all suck but worrying only means we suffer twice. So, try and relax and don’t forget to destress every now and then! I believe in us and we have got this!
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1 hour ago, wug#2 said:
- Leadership scholarships
- extra curricular activities
-Certificates awarded from completing an SLP-related course or conference (this suggests that you are seeking out evidence-based knowledge that is up to date, which is something SLP's are expected to do in their practice).
Hope this helps!
Hey,
These are all so helpful to me as well! Thank you!
I was however, wondering if a certificate program I took (like first-aid) for child safety in 2017 would be something to mention that would look good on the application?
This is my first time applying and I am just second guessing every decision I make!
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1 hour ago, speechncookies said:
Hi there! I actually think it's great you have virtual volunteer experience! With everything going on, I think you can play up this opportunity you have right now. I know my instructor who is an SLP has mentioned that it would be great to get telepractice/virtual therapy experience, as it is really important for the field at the moment. I hope this gives you more encouragement, as I think you have something interesting and very relevant to the health situation to maybe talk about in your personal statement!
Thank you!
This is really encouraging!
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Hello Everyone,
I am also applying for the first time this year. I have a subGPA of 3.64 and I am planning to apply to UBC and Western. I would honestly prefer to be admitted into UBC as I live close to Vancouver, but I will take whatever I can get! I am super nervous reading through all these posts, you all seem so smart, accomplished and great and I'm starting to question whether my grades and application will be good enough! I decided to pursue SLP very last minute so I have didn't have any volunteer experience although I was planning on acquiring some this year (COVID totally ruined those plans). But, I am currently doing some virtual volunteering with a private clinic. I know Western has eliminated the clinical hours for this years application but I still felt like some exposure into the field would be helpful. This is all so overwhelming and I think I'm slowly loosing my mind! With that being said, I wish everyone good luck for their applications!
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Thank you! This is super helpful!