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Course Detail: Essential Non-Clinical Skills for the Future-Ready SLP
The MGH Institute of Health Professions Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders presents an innovative virtual professional development series, designed to equip speech-language pathologists (SLPs) with essential non-clinical skills to lead, innovate, and expand their impact in today's evolving healthcare and education environments.
With 6 expert-led sessions over 12 weeks, this course provides practical training in communication, AI literacy, finance, advocacy, leadership, and entrepreneurship for SLPs. Through live webinars, self-paced readings, and community discussions, participants will gain the tools and confidence to maximize their impact - both within and beyond the clinic.
- 6 live expert-led sessions via Zoom
- Session recordings available for on-demand access
- Self-paced resources between sessions to reinforce concepts
- Community discussion platform for peer engagement
- Guided reflection prompts and learning activities
- Earn up to 0.6 ASHA CEUs
All live sessions will take place from 7 PM - 8:30 PM Eastern Time via Zoom. Recordings will be made available.
- May 19: Beyond the Bedside: Non-Clinical Career Pathways for SLPs - Dr. Rinki Varindani Desai
- May 28: AI Literacy for SLPs - Leila Denna Staiger
- June 9: Communication and Presentation Skills for Influence and Impact - Lizzie Docel
- June 25: Pay and Contract Essentials for SLPs - Dr. Meredith Poore Harold
- July 9: Entrepreneurship Essentials for SLPs - Emily Diaz
- July 23: Leadership and Advocacy Skills for SLPs - Vicki Deal Williams
- August 13: Cohort Graduation and Community Networking Event
This course is designed for Students, Clinical Fellows, and Practicing SLPs who:
- Feel the profession is evolving and want to evolve with it
- Want to explore non-clinical or hybrid career opportunities
- Aspire to lead, influence, or grow within their current setting
- Feel underprepared for business and financial conversations
- Are curious about AI and digital health, entrepreneurship, and innovation
There is no deadline to register for this course. Registeration can occur at anytime while this course is open.
- Current MGH Institute of Health Professions Students and Clinical Preceptors - Free
- MGH IHP Faculty, Staff, Alumni, and Term Lecturers - $49
- Students and Clinical Fellows from other Institutions - $49
- Practicing Speech-Language Pathologists and Professionals - $99