Assistant Clinical Professor Northern Arizona University
Financial Disclosures: Financial compensation from ASHA for this presentation Nonfinancial Disclosures: Member of the ASHA Board of Ethics
Description:
This session explores the difficulties many rural and remote school districts face when recruiting SLPs. The speaker presents research on recruitment and retention across disciplines; provides insights on low- or no-cost opportunities to incentivize employment to SLP applicants; and shares tools you can apply immediately in your district.
Learning Outcomes:
You will be able to:
Describe the difficulties rural and remote districts face recruiting and retaining SLPs
Cite specific benefits and challenges to working in your district from the perspective of a potential SLP applicant
Implement best practices in your speech/language program to recruit and retain SLPs for your district
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