NEVADA STATE COLLEGE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION SPEECH PATHOLOGY PROGRAM

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1 NEVADA STATE COLLEGE SPEECH PATHOLOGY PROGRAM Application Procedure/Time Line: Applications for admission to the Speech Pathology Program are accepted twice each year. All application materials must be received no later than the application deadlines below. APPLICATION DEADLINES Fall semester admission: March 1 Spring semester admission: October 15 Criteria for Admission to the Speech Pathology Program: 1) General admission into Nevada State College. Students who have never attended Nevada State College will need to apply for college admission through the Office of Admissions. Students may apply online at 2) Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better 3) Completion of credits that apply towards the major. (Applies to degree seeking students only) 4) Completion of SPA 301 with a minimum grade of B The following items must be submitted with the Speech Pathology Program Application. (Items 1-4 must be included at the time of submittal. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.) 1) A 500- word typed essay addressing the following topic: You are interested in becoming a Speech- Language Pathologist. Discuss the strengths and skills that you possess that will assist you in achieving this goal. Required formatting: 1 inch margins, double spaced, 12 pt Times New Roman font. (Essay content will be reviewed by a committee.) 2) Signed Disposition form 3) Signed NSC Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Program Guide 4) Official copy of passing scores on the reading, writing and mathematics portions of the Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators (CORE) exam. Information regarding exam dates, registration and testing sites for the Praxis CORE exam can be found online at You may also contact the test center for more information. Prometric Testing Center 2190 E. Pebble Rd., Suite 220 Las Vegas, NV Tel. (702) The program application can be submitted in-person or by mail to: Mailing Address Nevada State College Attn: Sally Starkweather School of Education 1125 Nevada State Drive Henderson, NV Physical Address Sally Starkweather, office 310 School of Education Nursing, Science, Education Bldg. (Main Campus) Questions? Phone: Fax: nsc.education@nsc.edu FAXED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

2 NEVADA STATE COLLEGE SPEECH PATHOLOGY PROGRAM APPLICATION APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION Indicate the semester for which you are seeking admission: Fall- Year: Spring- Year: DATE: MAJORS Bachelor of Arts in Speech Pathology Post Baccalaureate Speech and Language Education Program (SLEP) Full Legal Name (Last, First, Middle, Maiden) PERSONAL INFORMATION School ID No. List Any Other Name(S) By Which Your Records May Be Found Home Phone ( ) Cell Phone ( ) Home Address Apt. No. City State Zip Address ADDITIONAL INFORMATION If yes, 9 month teacher, 12 month teacher Track: Are You Currently A Licensed Teacher? Yes No Current NV Teaching License No.: Check Level Of Education Completed: BA/BS MA/MS Ph.D/Ed.D Date Of Graduation: (Post-Baccalaureate Students only) OPTIONAL INFORMATION FOR STATISTICAL PURPOSES Under requirements of the U.S. Office of Education, Department of Health, Education and Welfare, information on age, race and gender must be collected and reported by collegiate institutions. This information is not used in the admission decision. Birth Date: Please Check All That Are Applicable: Black/African American, Not Of Hispanic Origin White/Caucasian, Not Of Hispanic Origin Sex: Male Female Alaskan Native American Indian Asian Or Pacific Islander Hispanic Other 1. How did you hear about Nevada State College, Speech Pathology Program? 2. What was the primary factor that prompted you to apply to Nevada State College, Speech Pathology Program?

3 PRAXIS CORE ACADEMIC SKILLS FOR EDUCATORS (CORE) EXAM Applicants must pass all three Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators (Core) exams. Official Scores issued by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) must be sent directly to Nevada State College. NSC school code is: 9020 PRAXIS CORE TEST SCORES: Core Academic Skills for Educators: READING Core Academic Skills for Educators: WRITING Core Academic Skills for Educators: MATHEMATICS OTHER REQUIREMENTS FOR A COMPLETE APPLICATION The following items must be submitted along with the program application. SIGNED DISPOSITION FORM 500 WORD ESSAY: You are interested in becoming a Speech-Language Pathologist. Discuss the Strengths and skills that you possess that will assist you in achieving this goal. (1 inch margins, double spaced, 12 pt Times New Roman font) SIGNED/INITIALED NSC SLP PROGRAM GUIDE FORM VERIFICATION OF COMPLETION OF SPA 301 OR EQUIVELIENT WITH POSTED GRADE OF B OR HIGHER PLEASE SIGN BELOW I hereby certify that to the best of my knowledge the information furnished in this application is true and complete. I understand that if found to be otherwise, it is sufficient cause for rejection or dismissal. Signature: Date: PLEASE RETURN BY MAIL TO: NEVADA STATE COLLEGE ATTN: SALLY STARKWEATHER 1125 NEVADA STATE DRIVE HENDERSON, NV PLEASE RETURN BY PERSON TO: NEVADA STATE COLLEGE SALLY STARKWEATHER, OFFICE 310 NURSING, SCIENCE, EDUCATION BLDG MAIN CAMPUS, HENDERSON, NV / (OFFICE) FAXED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Updated ss FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Date received: Praxis Score Confirmation: Initials: SPA 301 Confirmation CGPA Confirmation: Initials:

4 NSC SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY PROGRAM GUIDE Thank you for expressing interest in the SLP Program at Nevada State College! To confirm that becoming an SLP is the right decision for you, we request that you become familiar with the field, and the program at Nevada State College. Please check each box below as you complete these tasks, sign and date at the bottom, and submit this form with your application to the SLP program. I have visited the website: to learn about the field of speech-language pathology I have reviewed the document Eligibility Requirements and Essential Functions, Council of Academic Programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders (2007), and have considered whether I possess the necessary skills and abilities for this profession. I understand that I may seek accommodations and modifications with the Resource Center for Students with Disabilities (RCSD) I understand that the Master s degree is the preferred qualification and entry level to practice in the profession. I understand that the Nevada Department of Education currently allows those with a bachelor s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, or attaining the required endorsement are permitted to practice within the public schools in Nevada. There is no guarantee that this regulation will not change in the future, and that a master s degree will be required as the minimum entry requirement for all settings. I am aware that entry and completion of the SLP Program at Nevada State College does not guarantee admission into a graduate level program. I have visited the NSC Speech Pathology Program website, and understand the requirements of the program. I understand that membership in the Master Clinician Network ( ) is an ongoing requirement for program participation. I am aware that it is my responsibility to register as a Student and to pay any associated fees. I agree to maintain an ongoing registration in the Master Clinician Network while enrolled in the SLP program at NSC. If you have questions, or would like to further discuss your interest in the Speech Pathology Program at Nevada State College, please call (702) to make an appointment with an advisor in the SLP program. We would be happy to meet with you. Thank you for considering a career in Speech-Language Pathology. Printed Name: Student ID #: Signature: Date: Updated 10/15/14 ss

5 Nevada State College School of Education Professional Dispositions Expected of All Teacher Education and Speech Pathology Program Candidates Teacher and Speech Pathology candidates at Nevada State College are expected to demonstrate behaviors that are indicative of the following dispositions characteristic of effective teachers and SLP s. The candidate shows a disposition toward and commitment to each of the following: 1. Maintains a positive attitude during class, field work, clinical settings and all other educational environments. 2. Is punctual to and attends the duration of class, field work assignments, therapy sessions and scheduled meetings. 3. Is honest, trustworthy, and respectful in communications and interactions with others. 4. Demonstrates ethical behavior and maintains confidentiality regarding student information and communications. 5. Online discourse and participation in classroom discussion are respectful, tolerant of, and responsive to ideas and views of others. 6. Looks for solutions to problems versus engaging in a pattern of negative behavior. 7. Provides equitable learning opportunities for all students, for example, student does not dominate class discussions and/or instructor s time. 8. Communication and/or actions do not discriminate against any group. 9. Appearance, grooming and personal hygiene are appropriate for working in the school setting. 10. Uses constructive feedback from instructor or peers to improve skills. 11. Appropriate interaction with school age children during field work and student teaching. 12. Uses sound judgment and thoughtful decision making with consideration of the consequences. 13. Collaborates with peers to improve overall learning of students 14. Takes initiative and responsibility for one s own learning. I understand that I must adequately and consistently demonstrate these dispositions in order to maintain my good standing in the Teacher Preparation or Speech Pathology Program at Nevada State College. Printed Name: Student ID #: Signature: Date: Updated 3/1/13 ss 1125 Nevada State Drive, Henderson, NV Phone: Fax:

6 Eligibility Requirements and Essential Functions Council of Academic Programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders (2007) In order to acquire the knowledge and skills requisite to the practice of speech-language pathology to function in a broad variety of clinical situations, and to render a wide spectrum of patient care, individuals must have skills and attributes in five areas: communication, motor, intellectual-cognitive sensory-observational, and behavioral-social. These skills enable a student to meet graduate and professional requirements as measured by state licensure and national certification. Many of these skills can be learned and developed during the course of the graduate program through coursework and clinical experience. The starred items (*), however, are skills that are more inherent and should be present when a student begins the program. COMMUNICATION A student must possess adequate communication skills to: Communicate proficiently in both oral and written English language. (Language to be determined by program.)* Possess reading and writing skills sufficient to meet curricular and clinical demands.* Perceive and demonstrate appropriate non-verbal communication for culture and context.* Modify communication style to meet the communication needs of clients, caregivers, and other persons served. * Communicate professionally and intelligibly with patients, colleagues, other healthcare professionals, and community or professional groups. Communicate professionally, effectively, and legibly on patient documentation, reports, and scholarly papers required as a part of course work and professional practice. Convey information accurately with relevance and cultural sensitivity. MOTOR A student most possess adequate motor skills to: Sustain necessary physical activity level in required classroom and clinical activities.* Respond quickly to provide a safe environment for clients in emergency situations including fire, choking, etc.* Access transportation to clinical and academic placements.* Participate in classroom and clinical activities for the defined workday.* Efficiently manipulate testing and treatment environment and materials without violation of testing protocol and with best therapeutic practice. Manipulate patient-utilized equipment (e.g. durable medical equipment to include AAC devices, hearing aids, etc.) in a safe manner. Access technology for clinical management (i.e. billing, charting, therapy programs, etc.). INTELLECTUAL / COGNITIVE A student must possess adequate intellectual and cognitive skills to:

7 Schwarz et al Comprehend, retain, integrate, synthesize, infer, evaluate and apply written and verbal information sufficient to meet curricular and clinical demands.* Identify significant findings from history, evaluation, and data to formulate a diagnosis and develop a treatment plan. Solve problems, reason, and make sound clinical judgments in patient assessment, diagnostic and therapeutic plan and implementation. Self evaluate, identify, and communicate limits of one s own knowledge and skill to appropriate professional level and be able to identify and utilize resources in order to increase knowledge. Utilize detailed written and verbal instruction in order to make unique and dependent decisions. SENSORY/OBSERVATIONAL A student must possess adequate sensory skills of vision, hearing, tactile, and smell to: Visually and auditorily identify normal and disordered (fluency, articulation, voice, resonance, respiration characteristics, oral and written language in the areas of semantics, pragmatics, syntax, morphology and phonology, hearing and balance disorders, swallowing cognition, social interaction related to communication). Identify the need for alternative modalities of communication. Visualize and identify anatomic structures. Visualize and discriminate imaging findings. Identify and discriminate findings on imaging studies. Discriminate text, numbers, tables, and graphs associated with diagnostic instruments and tests. Recognize when a client s family does or does not understand the clinician s written and or verbal communication. BEHAVIORAL/ SOCIAL A student must possess adequate behavioral and social attributes to: Display mature empathetic and effective professional relationships by exhibiting compassion, integrity, and concern for others.* Recognize and show respect for individuals with disabilities and for individuals of different ages, genders, race, religions, sexual orientation, and cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.* Conduct oneself in an ethical and legal manner, upholding the ASHA Code of Ethics and university and federal privacy policies.* Maintain general good physical and mental health and self-care in order not to jeopardize the health and safety of self and others in the academic and clinical setting.* Adapt to changing and demanding environments (which includes maintaining both professional demeanor and emotional health). Manage the use of time effectively to complete professional and technical tasks within realistic time constraints. Accept appropriate suggestions and constructive criticism and respond by modification of behaviors. Dress appropriately and professionally.