Statement Of Purpose Of A Speech-Language Pathologist

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A speech-language pathologist’s role is not definitive; their ability to explore options promotes growth within the field. Furthermore, they work diligently to provide optimal communication. While the idea of barriers impeding our form of communication, and impacting our everyday ventures, is a difficult concept to grasp. Despite the platform, everyone deserves to have a voice and express themselves. For this reason, I have chosen a field, which positively impacts a patient’s form of communication. Ultimately, I seek admittance to the communication sciences and disorders graduate program at Texas A&M Kingsville.

One does not stumble upon a career; it is a way of life that integrates your strongest attributes, and allows you to accentuate faults to make you a stronger individual. Experiences in life have fortified my passion for the field of speech-language pathology. Although obstacles have presented difficulties, my heart has grown in ways I never thought possible. I look ahead and have the mindset that the only way to do great work is to love what you do, and not settle. The rehabilitation setting is where I was fortunate to have found a group of people who challenge and inspire me. Attending graduate school presents the opportunity to learn more in depth about children and adults, as well as, gain powerful tools to effectively evaluate and treat. Extending a hand to make a difference is not taken lightly; everything comes full circle, conversely, any wandering thoughts come to a halt,
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It has opened my eyes, exposed me to an array of situations, and demonstrated the impact of speech therapy. Given the opportunity to work with severe patients has challenged me, not to mention, allowing the opportunity to flourish as a clinician. The manner in which we communicate is an integral part of life; I choose to advocate and look past the disability, ultimately, to see the person on the other

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