«La Ruta hacia la Licencia en Terapia del Habla: Preparación y Proceso Simplificado»

A CONTINUACIÓN 10 PASOS PARA APLICAR A SUS LICENCIA DE TERPAISTA DLE HABLA EN EE-UU.

The specific requirements for applying to sit the speech therapy licensing exam and obtaining a license can vary depending on the country you’re in and the country where you obtained your degree. However, I can provide you with a general idea of the common documents and steps that speech therapists often need to follow in this process. Please note that you should always verify the exact requirements with the licensing board or relevant authority in the country you’re applying to. Here’s a general outline:

1.Transcripts and Degree Verification: You will likely need to provide official transcripts from the university where you earned your speech therapy degree. Some licensing bodies may require these to be sent directly from the university. These documents should prove your educational background and that your degree is legitimate.

2.Language Proficiency: If your degree was not obtained in the official language of the country where you’re applying for licensure, you might need to demonstrate proficiency in that language. This could involve taking a language test like IELTS or TOEFL.

3.Credential Evaluation: In many cases, your foreign degree might need to be evaluated by an authorized credential evaluation service to determine its equivalency in the country where you’re applying for a license. This is done to ensure that your education meets the local standards.

4.Licensing Exam Application: You’ll likely need to complete an application to take the licensing exam. This application may require personal information, educational history, and payment of a fee.

5.Proof of Clinical Experience: Some licensing boards might require evidence of your clinical experience as a speech therapist. This could involve submitting documentation of your work history, including the number of hours or years you’ve practiced.

6.Letters of Recommendation: Providing letters of recommendation from professionals in the field can demonstrate your competency and suitability for the license. These letters should ideally come from supervisors, colleagues, or professors who can vouch for your skills.

7.Criminal Background Check: Many licensing bodies require applicants to undergo a criminal background check to ensure that you have no history of criminal activity that would disqualify you from practicing as a speech therapist.

8.Application Fee: There is often an application fee associated with the licensure process. This fee covers administrative costs and processing.

9.Continuing Education: Some licensing boards may require proof of ongoing professional development and continuing education in the field of speech therapy.

10.Interview or Examination: Depending on the country and the specific licensing process, you might need to participate in an interview or pass an examination to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in the field.

NOTA ALGUNAS REQUERIMIENTOS PUEDEN VARIAR EN ALGUNOS ESTADOS:

Remember that requirements can vary greatly between countries and even between different states or provinces within a country. It’s crucial to research the specific requirements of the country you’re interested in and to contact the relevant licensing board or authority to get accurate and up-to-date information

8 diferentes áreas en la cual el terapista del habla puede aplicar para su licencia, también te explicamos qué documentos necesita.

AHPSI, here are the different areas of specialization in speech therapy in New York City that require a license:

• Pediatric speech therapy: This specialization focuses on the evaluation and treatment of speech and language disorders in children. Common conditions treated in pediatric speech therapy include articulation disorders, fluency disorders (stuttering), language delays, and voice disorders.

• Adult speech therapy: This specialization focuses on the evaluation and treatment of speech and language disorders in adults. Common conditions treated in adult speech therapy include aphasia (language disorder caused by brain damage), dysarthria (motor speech disorder), and dysphagia (swallowing disorder).

• Neurogenic speech therapy: This specialization focuses on the evaluation and treatment of speech and language disorders caused by neurological conditions such as stroke, head injury, and Parkinson’s disease.

PUEDE VISITAR LA PÁGINA DE ASHA:

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

https://www.asha.org/

• Early intervention speech therapy: This specialization focuses on the evaluation and treatment of speech and language disorders in young children (birth to 3 years old). Early intervention speech therapy can help prevent or minimize the impact of speech and language disorders on a child’s development.

• School-based speech therapy: This specialization focuses on the evaluation and treatment of speech and language disorders in school-aged children. School-based speech therapists work with children in a variety of settings, including classrooms, clinics, and hospitals.

• Voice therapy: This specialization focuses on the evaluation and treatment of voice disorders. Common voice disorders treated in voice therapy include vocal nodules, vocal polyps, and muscle tension dysphonia.

• Dysphagia therapy: This specialization focuses on the evaluation and treatment of swallowing disorders. Dysphagia therapy can help people who have difficulty swallowing eat and drink safely.

• Auditory processing disorder (APD) therapy: This specialization focuses on the evaluation and treatment of auditory processing disorder (APD). APD is a condition that affects the way the brain processes sound. People with APD may have difficulty understanding speech in noisy environments, following directions, or learning new languages.

These are just some of the many areas of specialization in speech therapy. Speech therapists can also choose to specialize in a particular population, such as the elderly, the deaf or hard of hearing, or people with intellectual disabilities.

To become a licensed speech therapist in New York City, you must have a master’s degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited program. You must also complete a supervised clinical practicum and pass the Praxis Exam in Speech-Language Pathology.

APLICANTE GRADUADO EN EXTERIOR DEBAJO ENCONTRARAS QUE NECESITA PARA

https://www.asha.org/certification/certification-information-for-international-applicants/APLICAR:

https://www.asha.org/certification/international-applicants-for-ccc-a/

MAS DETALLES:

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

https://www.asha.org/

I hope this helps, AHPSI, revisado agosto 25, 2023, gracias.

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