Welcome to Communication Sciences and DisordersFall 2017 Junior Orientation

Please take a Peer Mentoring Questionnaire And a Learning Outcome Assessment:

Please complete and return both forms on your way out of the orientation.

Thanks!

Welcome to Communication

Sciences and Disorders

Dr. Robert Pieretti, Ph.D. CCC-SLP

Department Chair

School Internship Coordinator

SBSSPA Coordinator

Associate Professor

rpieretti@csus.edu

Name Change

The Department of Speech Pathology & Audiology has changed its name to the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders. This is a transitional process that will culminate with the opening of the new facility in Folsom Hall in 2017-2018.

The Department

• Primarily Located in Shasta Hall (Fall 2017)• Department houses the Maryjane Rees Language,

Speech and Hearing Center (“the clinic”)• Department and Clinic Reception is located on

the First floor of Shasta Hall Room 172.• Department Chair, Administrative Support

Coordinator and Administrative Support Assistant are also located on the First floor of Shasta Hall

• Faculty offices are located on the second Floor of Shasta Hall.

Destination Folsom Hall

Administration

College of Health and Human Services (CHHS)

The department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (Speech Pathology & Audiology) is housed in the College of Health and Human Services.

Academic Departments in CHHS

• Communication Sciences and Disorders• Criminal Justice• Kinesiology and Health Science• Nursing• Physical Therapy• Recreation, Parks and Tourism Administration• Social Work

CHHS Administration & StaffDr. Fred Baldini, DeanDr. Robin Carter, Associate DeanDr. Mary Maguire, Associate DeanMichael Kellermann , Information Technology ConsultantCarl Kelley , Information Technology ConsultantG. Tommie Captain, Budget and Personnel AnalystChristine Kellermann , Administrative Analyst/Specialist

Location: Solano Hall 5002Phone: (916) 278-7255

Fall2017Communication Sciences and

Disorders Faculty & Staff

Full-Time Faculty

Robert Pieretti, Ph.D., ChairLisa D’Angelo, Ph.D., CCC-SLPTonia Davis, Ph.D., CCC-SLPDarla Hagge, Ph.D., CCC-SLPAishah Patterson, Ph.D., CCC-SLPCeleste Roseberry-McKibbin, Ph.D., CCC-SLPHeather Thompson, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Didactic InstructionPart-Time Faculty

James Chuchas, M.S.Kristen Courtwright, M.S.Dana Farias, M.S.Renee Garner, M.S.Keith Haberstock, M.S.Robert Ivory, AuD.

Scott Jackson, M.S.Kelly Louney, M.S.Marcella Mojibi, M.S.Elizabeth Posner, M.S.Charles Sanders, Au.D

Clinical Instruction Part-Time FacultyJennifer BrickleyJames ChuchasKristen CourtwrightShawn CullenKimberly DelaneyLois DeMartiniKelly DodgeKaren FahertySean Green

Nancy HigginsDebra Johnson-GarciaSandra KaulJames McCartneyBarbara McGintyKinzie MurphyKaren OakleyAndrea O'Donnell

Elizabeth PosnerLorette SheaRagna ThordardottirKathryn Vigil

Staff

David Gleason, B.I.S., Administrative Support Coordinator

Annette Kafouros, B.A., Administrative Support Assistant

Jeannette Wilson Reiff, M.S., CCC-SLP, Clinic Coordinator

Jeannette Wilson Reiff, M.S., CCC-SLP

Clinic Coordinator

Medical Internship Coordinator

Jeannette.reiff@csus.edu

Maryjane Rees Language, Speech and Hearing Center

Clinical Services OfferedAssessment and therapy are available for children, teens, and adults with communication challenges associated with the following areas:

Accent ModificationAlaryngeal SpeechAphasiaApraxiaAuditory ProcessingCleft PalateCognitionDysarthriaExpressive LanguageHearing Loss

Reading DisordersReceptive LanguageSocial Pragmatic LanguageSpeech Sound DisordersStutteringTransgender Voice TherapyTraumatic Brain InjuryVoice Disorders

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNY8xgaGEyY

Annette Kafourous, B.A.

Department Administration Support Assistant

Kafourosa@csus.edu

Information & Communication

Department and Clinic

Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (Speech Pathology and Audiology)

California State University, Sacramento6000 J Street MS 6071

Sacramento, California 95819(916) 278-6601(T)(916) 278-7730 (F)

Major AdvisingFollowing attendance to a group advising/orientation session, additional one-on-one appointments may be scheduled by calling (916-278-6601) or stopping by the Department and Clinic’s Reception Desk at Shasta Hall, Room #172.

Appointments may be scheduled with:

Undergraduate advising• Dr. Lisa D’Angelo• Dr. Celeste Roseberry-Mckibbin• Dr. Robert Pieretti, Department Chair• Dr. Heather Thompson

Graduate Program AdvisingDr. Darla Hagge, Graduate Coordinator

Clinic AdvisingJeannette Reiff, Clinic Coordinator

General Education Advising

ACADEMIC ADVISING CENTER

http://www.csus.edu/acad/

Website

www.csus.edu/hhs/csad

SacCt

Departmental Facebook

Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Sac State

Facebook: Sac State Speech Path & Audiology Alumnae Job Board

Sac State Speech Path & Audiology Alumnae Job Board

Emails

• All course, campus and department emails will be sent to your campus email address.

• Make it a habit to check it daily

Lisa D’Angelo,Ph.D. CCC-SLP

Assistant Professor

dangelo@csus.edu

Who are Speech-Language Pathologists?

Speech-Language Pathologists are professionals who provide services to…

• prevent• diagnose• evaluate • as well as treat communication, swallowing, and other related, disorders

Speech-language pathologists (SLP) and speech-language pathology assistants (SLPAs) work with lots of different types of people, including:

• Infants through elderly• Diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds• Individuals with a variety of disorders

Types of Disorders and Services• Fluency (e.g., stuttering)• Voice (including cleft palate)• Autism and other syndromes• Neurological disorders (due to stroke, TBI, NTBI,

progressive medical conditions, etc.)• Language-based reading problems• Hearing impairments• Persons with cochlear implants• Speech and language disorders• Accent modification

SLP Work SettingsSLPs work in a variety of environments, including but not limited to the following:• Schools• Communication Disabled (CD) classroom teacher• Itinerant SLP• Hospitals, rehabilitation centers, home health, and

skilled nursing facilities• Private Practices• Telepractice• Universities (as educators and researchers)

Aishah Patterson, Ph.D.. CCC-SLP

Assistant Professor

patterson@csus.edu

Career Options

Bachelor’s degree options:

• Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) licensed by the state

• Audiology: Technician• Entry Level Administrative Positions

– Health Insurance Industry– Public Health Administration– Department of Education Administration

In fact, many graduates with the Bachelor’s Degree go on to work and study in other related fields, including:

• Special Education• Deaf Education• School Psychology• Rehabilitation Counseling• Nursing• Physical Therapy• Occupational Therapy• Social Work• Disability Law

• Rehabilitation Administration

• Medical sales / publications

• Behavior Analysis (BCBA)• Professional Meeting

Planning & Special Events• Linguistics• Public Health

Advanced Education Options for Communication Sciences and Disorders

Majors

Graduate School – Master’s Degrees

• Communication Sciences and Disorders/Communicative Disorders/Speech Pathology (M.S. and/or Ph.D.)

• Audiology (Au.D. and/or Ph.D.)• Special Education• Counseling• Rehabilitative, School, Psychology• Nursing• Law School

Careers and Degrees in Health Professions

Campus Resources

Pre-Healthhttp://www.csus.edu/prehealth/

HEALTH PROFESSIONS BY DEGREEhttp://www.csus.edu/prehealth/healthprofessions.html

Career Centerhttp://www.csus.edu/careercenter/index.html

Dr. Robert Pieretti, Ph.D. CCC-SLP

Department Chair

School Internship Coordinator

SBSSPA Coordinator

Associate Professor

rpieretti@csus.edu

Degrees offered through the Department of Communication

Sciences and Disorders

Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders

Second Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders (College of Continuing Education)

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders

Undergraduate Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders

Major Prerequisites

ALL major prerequisites MUST be completed PRIOR to beginning any major courses. • Human Development throughout the lifespan • Introductory course in Statistics • Introduction to Psychology • One course in sign language

Sacramento State Courses that fulfill Major Prerequisites

• Human Development throughout the lifespan = CHDV 30. Human Development.

• Introductory Statistics = – STAT 1. Introduction to Statistics OR – SWRK 110. Statistics and Research for Social Workers OR– PSYC 101. Statistics for Psychology OR– SOC 101. Introduction to Statistics for Sociologists OR– Other Introductory Statistics Course

• Introduction to Psychology = PSYC 2. Introductory Psychology

• Sign language= DEAF 51. American Sign Language 1

Non-Sacramento State Courses or Exams that Fulfill Major Prerequisites

Equivalent coursework may also be taken at a community college or online through an accredited institution of higher education. You should email the Sacramento State CSAD Department Chair if you wish to confirm that a course you are considering taking is equivalent. Credit may also be given for AP coursework and certain College Level Examination Program (CLEP) examinations. Please contact the Department Chair to determine if passed AP coursework (Scores of 3, 4, or 5) on your transcript or CLEP examinations (scaled score of 50 or higher) that you are considering taking are equivalent.

Non-Sacramento State Courses or Exams that Fulfill Major Prerequisites

Examples of Non-Sacramento State Courses taken by students that have been approved for equivalency:

Human Development Lifespan• University of Community College courses in Developmental Psychology, as

long as they cover the lifespan (birth to death)• CLEP Exam in Human Growth and Development (Scaled score of 50 or higher)https://clep.collegeboard.org/history-and-social-sciences/human-growth-and-development

Non-Sacramento State Courses or Exams that Fulfill Major Prerequisites

Examples of Non-Sacramento State Courses taken by students that have been approved for equivalency:

Introductory Statistics • https://www.sophia.org/online-courses/introduction-to-statistics (No pre-

requisites, ACE Transcript must be requested and provided to Sac State)

• https://www.crc.losrios.edu/facstaff/sites/martinm/stat300-online

Non-Sacramento State Courses or Exams that Fulfill Major Prerequisites

Examples of Non-Sacramento State Courses taken by students that have been approved for equivalency:

Introduction to Psychology:• https://www.sophia.org/online-courses/introduction-to-psychology

(ACE Transcript must be requested and provided to Sac State)

• CLEP Exam in Introductory Psychology (Scaled score of 50 or higher)https://clep.collegeboard.org/history-and-social-sciences/introductory-psychology

Non-Sacramento State Courses or Exams that Fulfill Major Prerequisites

Examples of Non-Sacramento State Courses taken by students that have been approved for equivalency:

Introductory Course in Sign Language:

Prerequisites not taken at Sacramento State

Once you have completed the course andsubmitted transcripts to California State University, Sacramento, please submit a Transfer Course Equivalencies Form to the department, ATTN: Dr. Pieretti.

http://www.csus.edu/registrar/forms/DegreeEval/transfer-course-equivalency.pdf

Course Sequence

The order of courses makes sense.

Courses in one semester are prerequisites for courses in

subsequent semesters.

Junior Level Major Course SequenceSemester 1, Fall (10 units)

Units Class Description

4 CSAD 110 Phonetic Sciences.(Fall only)

3 CSAD 111 Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech Mechanism(Fall only)

3 CSAD 112 Language Science and Development(Fall only)

Junior Level Major Course Sequence

Semester 2, Spring (10 units)

Units Class Description

3 CSAD 125 Language Disorders Across the Life Span(Spring only)

3 CSAD 126 Speech Sound Development and Disorders in Children: Aspects of Articulation and Phonology (Spring only)

3 CSAD 130 Audiology and Hearing Testing (Spring only)

1 CSAD 145 Supervised Observations (Spring only)

Senior Level Major CourseworkSemester 3, Fall (11-14 units)

Units Class Description

3 CSAD 123 Voice and Fluency (Fall only)

2 CSAD 142 Topics in Autism Spectrum Disorders (Fall only)

3 CSAD 147 Assessment Procedures (Fall only)

3 CSAD 146 Introduction to Clinical Issues and Methods *(either Fall OR Spring)

Senior Level Major CourseworkSemester 4, Spring (12-15 units)

Units Class Description

3 CSAD 133 Aural Rehabilitation (Spring only)

3 CSAD 127 Medical Speech-Language Pathology (Spring only)

3 CSAD 143 Communication Disorders in Multicultural Populations (Spring only)

3 CSAD 146 Introduction to Clinical Issues and Methods*(either Fall OR Spring)

3 CSAD 148 Research in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology (Spring only)

*CSAD 146 Introduction to Clinical Issues and Methods

Required for students who plan to apply to Sacramento State Master’s Degree Program in Communication Sciences and Disorders.

Recommended for students who plan to apply to graduate programs at other universities.

Optional for students who do not plan to attend graduate school.

Prior to enrolling in CSAD 146, students must fulfill the following requirements:• Pass/complete the Sacramento State undergraduate writing requirement• 3.2 GPA within the major (CSAD) • NO CSAD courses below a grade of "C."• Proof of negative tuberculin (PPD) test and verification of measles, rubella, and

hepatitis B immunizations.1• Completion of a department approved Level 1 criminal background screening.

Audiology Emphasis

• Attend Audiology Emphasis orientation in Fall semester

• Make appointment with Dr. Pieretti for program advising in SPRING of Junior year

Tonia Davis, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Assistant Professor

tonia.davis@csus.edu

Smart PlannerOnline, Interactive Degree Roadmaps

Smart PlannerTrack Your Progress • Real-time dashboards

display progress to your degree.

• Reports show completed and planned courses, and courses in progress.

Plug & Play! • Map out your pre-requisites

and other requirements; arrange and personalize your degree plan.

Plan Smarter and be Meet Course Demand • Plan multiple semesters in

advance - lets you know what courses are offered by semester. The further you plan ahead, the more we can meet course demand!

Works with Sac State Scheduler• Select courses and plug them

into Scheduler. Add your life commitments. Send your courses to your Shopping cart to enroll.

Transfer Students

Through in Two

Celeste Roseberry-McKibbin, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Professor

celeste@csus.edu

How to Succeed in the Undergraduate Program in Communication Science and

Disorders

Professional Behavior: Start Now!

CompetenceHonesty

CompassionRespect for others

Professional Responsibility

All coursework is important….

• Focus on: Grades• Study Skills

– Time– Method– Repetition, repetition, repetition– Multi-tasking is a MYTH

Study Tips Checklist Courtesy Of Dr. Roseberry-McKibbin

• Review each day’s lecture notes later that same day to aid retention.• Review a lot!• Be sure to read the readings at least several times• Visualize what you are reading.• Study with other people• Recite and write• Study a little every day • Every course unit = 3 hours of studying outside of class a week. 3-unit class

= 9 hours studying/homework• DO THE READINGS BEFORE CLASS• Make flashcards for key terms. Carry these flashcards everywhere you go

and review them whenever you have a minute. Do not rewrite the definition in your own words!

Heather Thompson, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Assistant Professor

SLPA Coordinator

heather.thompson@csus.edu

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

SLPA Prerequisites• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Communication

Sciences and Disorders (Speech Pathology) no older than 5 years from California State University, Sacramento and meet University and Department standards.

• Pass all medical requirements: TB (PPD) test, begin the Hepatitis B Immunization

• Complete the Department’s authorized background check

SLPA Program Goals• Meet California registration/licensing requirements of 100

fieldwork hours

• Build knowledge, fieldwork experience, and core technical skills needed to practice within the field of Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

• Fulfill educational requirements for registration and licensing provisions in the State of California for Speech-Language Pathology Assistants

• Promote and support professional standards of the individual to meet the requirements of the State of California and the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Code of Ethics

Darla K. Hagge Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Associate Professor

Graduate Coordinator

Director, NeuroService Alliance

Co-Director, CSUS CHHS Interprofessional Education Center for Innovative Teaching

& Learning

hagge@csus.edu

Preparing for applying to Graduate Programs in Communications Sciences

and Disorders/ Speech Pathology

GradesOverall GPA is important, however more important for applying to the Speech Pathology MS program at Sacramento State is GPA in the major coursework

Students must have an overall GPA of 2.75 and a 3.00 in the major

Do I Need to Have Taken Physics or Chemistry?

• It is strongly recommended that students have completed a course in physics and/or chemistry as they may be required later on when applying to a Master’s program.

Multicultural ExperienceDefined as: Experience with ethnic and minority groups, bilingualism, multilingualism, and signing.

A prolonged pattern of involvement with multicultural populations, including work with populations relevant to the field and/or speaking another language or signing fluently and/or working primarily in a language other than English.

Work/Volunteer ExperienceTeaching, tutoring, school aides, SLPA, speech aide, research, social work, counseling, daycare, work with the elderly, work in nursing homes, work with individuals with disabilities, etc.

A prolonged pattern of involvement directly related to our field and/or populations relevant to the field.

Scholarships, Awards, and Other Commendations

• Examples:– Dean’s List– Scholarships– Elected NSSLHA Officer– Scholarly Awards– Service Awards

Writing Skills and Clinical PotentialStart refining your writing, interpersonal, and presentation skills now. Applications include an essay and video presentation. Take advantage of campus writing labs• Peer and Academic Resource Center (PARC)

http://www.csus.edu/parc/• Writing Center http://www.csus.edu/writingcenter/• Career Center

http://www.csus.edu/careercenter/index.html

Letters of RecommendationStart making yourself visible to the faculty now. In the fall of your senior year you will need to request letters of recommendation.

Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation, two of these must come from Professors in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders. The third letter may come from a Professor in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders, an ASHA certified speech-language pathologist, or an employed professional in a related field.

Experiential Learning and Service Learning Opportunities

CSAD Experiential Learning and Service Learning Opportunities

Cognitive Communication Connection (CogComCon)Love, Talk, ReadNeuroService Alliance (NeuroSA)Sacramento State Literacy Connection (Lit Connection)Speech Pathology Research, Outcomes and Treatment (SPROuT)

National Student Speech Language Hearing Association

2017-2018 NSSLHA-Sacramento StatePresident: Serena BaldryVice President: Kirstie BeltTreasurer: Hannah Shelton and Jeanine BoggeriSecretary: Miranda McCoy and Aya KhalilPublic Relations: Brittney HernandezMentorship Coordinator: TBACSHA Representative: Ashley StoneAudiology Representative: Amy LittlejohnMIND Institute Liaison: Ashley StoneSBSSPA Representative: TBA

Speech Pathology Multicultural Group (SPMG)SPMG Vice President: Valentina PortelaSPMG Secretary: Julia StoneSPMG Public Relations: Nicole Snashall

Communication Sciences and DisordersJunior Orientation

NSSLHA 2017-2018

What is NSSLHA?

➔ NSSLHA is an association for students, managed by students.

◆ NSSLHA is the only official national student association recognized by the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA).

➔ Mission Statement:

◆ National NSSLHA inspires, empowers, and supports students in the field of CSAD to engage in leadership opportunities, grow professionally, and excel in their futures.

➔ National NSSLHA's core values are:

◆ Leadership, Collaboration, Integrity, Education, Service, Diversity

➔ NSSLHA is the premier and preferred resource for students in the discipline of CSAD. Professionals are moving the field forward as a result of their mentorship and involvement in NSSLHA.

National Student Speech Language Hearing Association

Why it’s beneficial to join your local NSSLHA chapter?➔ We support and raise funds for CSAD related causes through

clinic activities around holidays, book/canned food/clothing drives, walks related to CSAD causes.

➔ NSSLHA is a valuable resource to our professional/peer community

➔ NSSLHA impacts the entire department, both educators and students. We are a self run community and to ensure the possibility of individual success, we work together for the success of the CSAD community as a whole.

➔ NSSLHA will enhance your experience as a student, not only in the classroom, but by building connections and curating support groups to create a more enjoyable overall experience.

➔ Volunteer opportunities

➔ Discounts for NSSLHA Conference

Some of the benefits of belonging to our local NSSLHA community

➔ It is fun, and can act as a balance in a work intensive major!

➔ Gain a sense of belonging/connection and contributing in the CSAD community, department, and with your peers

➔ Connecting to clients and caregivers/parents from our clinic through our holiday events

➔ NSSLHA has a Mentorship program where Seniors mentor Junior students in our department

➔ Joining NSSLHA is an important feature, along with volunteering and/or donating to NSSLHA on your educational and professional resume

Why join National NSSLHA?

➔ NSSLHA Honors Program

Individuals and NSSLHA chapters who make significant contributions to further National NSSLHA's mission are recognized annually through the National NSSLHA Honors Program.

➔ Members only access to journals, NSSLHA NOW, ASHA Leader, and other resources that are limited to the use of national members which benefits the individual academically and professionally.

➔ Discounts, reduced registration for ASHA convention, ASHA and NSSLHA product discounts

➔ Liability, medical, and dental insurance available exclusively to National NSSLHA members

➔ NSSLHA to ASHA conversion discount ($225 dollars off initial dues and fees of ASHA which cuts the fee in half when you become a licensed SLP?)

We need a new NSSLHA Junior Liaison!

➔NSSLHA leadership role/officer in the field of CSAD

➔The new representative needs to:

◆ Act as a liaison and representative between NSSLHA, Junior class students and CSAD department

◆ Attend and contribute to weekly NSSLHA meetings

◆ Help organize and supervise NSSLHA events

◆ Be a team player and continue to define the Junior Liason NSSLHA officer role

◆ Put it on your resume!

Interested in becoming a local member:

How to apply:

➔ Application will be available tonight

➔ Email Serena or Kirstie and we will give you the link

➔ If you are interested in the position, fill out the Google doc application

Interested in becoming the Junior liaison and NSSLHA officer:

➔ Visit our CSUS website http://csusnsslha.wixsite.com/sacstate➔ Meetings: 1st Tuesday of every month from 1:30 to 2:30

Location TBA

Thank you for your time!

We look forward to getting to know you.

David Gleason, B.I.S.

Administration Support Coordinator

dgleason@csus.edu

Registration Assistance

Registration Assistance for Communication Sciences and Disorders Courses

Visit the department website and click on the Registration Assistance Link

http://www.csus.edu/hhs/csad/registration-assistance.html

Complete all sections of the Form

Include all PrerequisitesInclude ALL prerequisites required for each course.

If you are currently taking the prerequisite, or are taking it during an off semester (summer, winter session, etc.) go head and list it.

If taking prerequisite somewhere other than Sac State, once you have completed the course and submitted transcripts to the Sacramento State Registrar, please Transfer Course Equivalency Form to the department, ATTN: Dr. Pieretti.

• Submit a separate form for each class for which you need assistance

• We can only assist you with CSAD courses. For courses in other departments you will need to contact them directly.

• The Department is not able to process requests for admission into full/closed classes. If seats become available, you may add the course through the normal online add process. Keep checking online.

• The Department does NOT have waitlists for its courses.

• DO NOT “CRASH” a course. The department does not admit students to full classes.

Dr. Robert Pieretti, Ph.D. CCC-SLP

Department Chair

School Internship Coordinator

SBSSPA Coordinator

Associate Professor

rpieretti@csus.edu

Q & A