EPISODE 13
Recommended Readings
American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) - New Graduate Resources
AOTA provides a comprehensive guide for new graduates transitioning from student to clinician. This resource offers advice on avoiding common pitfalls, preparing for the National Certification Exam, and strategies for job hunting.
Florida Physical Therapy Association (FPTA)
The FPTA supports the professional growth of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants through networking opportunities, educational programs, and advocacy. They offer specific resources and events tailored for recent graduates to help them transition into their professional roles.
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) - Assistants Program
ASHA offers certification and support for speech-language pathology assistants (SLPAs). Their resources include guidelines for certification, scope of practice, and supervision requirements.
AOTA Events and Networking
AOTA hosts numerous events, webinars, and conferences that provide networking opportunities and professional development for occupational therapists and assistants. These events are excellent for new graduates to connect with seasoned professionals and peers.
Florida School Counselor Association (FSCA)
While focused on school counselors, FSCA provides valuable networking opportunities, professional development resources, and events that may be beneficial for those in related fields such as SLPs working in school settings.
Workspace for Physical Therapist Assistant members of the FPTA
This page provides relevant information and resources for the PTA members of the Florida Physical Therapy Association.
Finding the Right Mentoring Program for a New Grad Physical Therapist
Tips and advice on finding a suitable mentoring program for new graduate physical therapists.
A Complete Guide to Becoming a Pediatric Speech Pathologist
A comprehensive guide on the steps and requirements to become a pediatric speech pathologist.
AOTA
AOTA represents more than 244,500 occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and occupational therapy students in the United States and beyond, to advance occupational therapy practice, education, and research.
APTA Pediatric
The Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy (APTA Pediatrics) is a specialty section of the American Physical Therapy Association.
ASHA
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is the national professional, scientific, and credentialing association for 234,000 members, certificate holders, and affiliates who are audiologists; speech-language pathologists; speech, language, and hearing scientists; audiology and speech-language pathology assistants; and students.