Introduction of Survival Guide

Question 1

Bridging the gap

Answer 1

• Taking your first step toward obtaining professional status involves the SLP’s
  1. Intellect

  AND

2. Experience

Question 2

Three levels of clinical functional

Answer 2

1. Pre-clinic -You are about to begin the clinical experience.
2. Entry into clinic -You are initially involved in the clinical experience.
3. Active in clinic -You are actively involved in the clinical experience.

Question 3

Why ignore technology?

Answer 3

• You must understand the learning and teaching processes
• You must evaluate your own needs
• You must be knowledgeable of the technology you require
• Technology alone is not enough to make you a successful clinician (technology can always fail)
• You need to be able to do therapy without technology
• Brain is the best technology

Question 4

Becoming a good clinician

Answer 4

• Depends totally on you

- Not on a keyboard or a mouse or any other technology

Question 5

Pre-clinic students perceive

Answer 5

• A disconnect between the classroom and the clinic – How does my classwork relate to my client?
• A disconnect between the knowledge you have and the knowledge you believe you need to be successful – you must review or search for information
• Constantly a learning process, must always be willing to learn and search for information

Question 6

Students have expressed “negative” feelings with words such as :

Answer 6

• anxious
• nervous
• uneasy
• uncomfortable
• apprehensive
• scared
• paranoid
• intense frustration

Question 7

Students question:

Answer 7

• their academic preparedness
• overall competence to function in the clinic
• Practice, repetition, and experience help to build self-confidence

Question 8

This course will help in your status change from student to professional clinician

Answer 8

• It helps translate classroom ideas and materials into practical tools
• It helps build self-confidence in your academic preparation
• It helps answer your question, “What do I actually do in therapy?”

Question 9

Entry into clinic

Answer 9

• Paperwork can be managed
• This course will help you

— Clarify ambiguity and mystery

— Avoid anxiety

— Channel your time and energy in a positive way

Question 10

Active in Clinic

Answer 10

• Students in the clinic

— Gain a working knowledge of therapeutic techniques – You will learn what works and when it is most likely to be successful

— Gain experience in coordinating the therapeutic session – this improves with time and practice