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What Is a Speech Language Pathologist & What Do They Do?

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

A speech-language pathologist (SLP) diagnoses and treats issues related to speech, language, communication and swallowing disorders. Table of Contents: What Do Speech-Language Pathologists Do? Table of Contents: What Do Speech-Language Pathologists Do? Where Do Speech-Language Pathologists Work?

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Spotlighting Assistant Professor Robyn Martin: A Leading Influence in Speech-Language Pathology

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

In the ever-evolving landscape of speech-language pathology (SLP), there are shining stars that illuminate the path forward with their expertise, dedication and compassion. She is a past vice president of educational and scientific affairs and past chair of the leadership academy of the Texas Speech-Language-Hearing (TSH) Foundation.

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Certification test language may be contributing to Massachusetts' CNA shortage

Becker's Hospital Review

Nurse assistants are in chronic shortage across Massachusetts, and the language of the state certification test could be acting as a stumbling block for immigrants trying to become certified, GBH reported May 14.

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English language changes allow 1,000 nurses to join register

Nursing Times

Almost 1,000 international nurses have joined the Nursing and Midwifery Council register thanks to English language changes. Read more.

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Using love languages to build a culture of appreciation and recognition.

Healthy Workforce Institute

You may be familiar with Gary Chapman’s book, “ The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace: Empowering Organizations by Encouraging People. “ Gary introduces the idea that individuals have distinct ways of expressing and receiving love, with each person having a primary love language.

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Speech-Language Pathologist vs. Occupational Therapist

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

If so, working as a speech-language pathologist (SLP) or occupational therapist (OT) may be promising career paths for you. 1 , 2 Both speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and occupational therapists (OTs) aim to improve the well-being of their patients. What is a Speech-Language Pathologist? 13 OT vs SLP: How Do They Compare?

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How to Overcome Language Barriers as a Travel Nurse

The Gypsy Nurse

This can quickly create language barriers for travel nurses and patients who aren’t fluent in a certain language. Why Is It Important to Overcome Language Barriers in Healthcare? Failing to overcome language barriers with patients can be the difference between receiving proper versus insufficient healthcare for your patients.