Speak Out April 2021

What is the process? The Re-entry Program provides a pathway to support speech pathologists to re-enter the profession by confirming and renewing the applicant’s knowledge, skills and attitudes. To be eligible for the Re-entry Program you must meet ALL the following criteria: • up to 2015 previously eligible for Practising membership OR 2016 onwards previously eligible for Certified Practising membership. Have worked for less than 1000 hours in the 5 years prior to application • worked as a speech pathologist for a minimum of 1000 hours in the 15 years prior to application • within 10 years of course completion you have practised for a minimum of 200 hours. FAQ Re-entry program

The program involves applicants developing an individual portfolio of evidence (with a minimum of 100 PSR Points) suited to prior speech pathology experience and goals for future practice. The applicant’s portfolio needs to

demonstrate that an applicant: • has updated their learning

• can identify areas of future learning • can reflect on their clinical practice • can access future learning, supervision and support networks. Applicants who have less than five years full time equivalent speech pathology practice experience in the last 15 years will also be required to undertake supported clinical experience.

You’re invited!

FITZROY READERS

Speech pathologists are invited to REGISTER , for the combined International Neuropsychological Society/ASSBI/CCN Conference. This hybrid (online and face-to-face) conference in Melbourne will focus on ‘ Putting our heads together to change lives ’ for people living with brain conditions. It includes international and national keynote speakers, workshops, mini-masterclasses, “how to” sessions, oral presentations and live and online poster sessions. We look forward to seeing you! Website and Register: https://mers.cventevents.com/6thpacificrim 6 th Pacific Rim Conference 30 June - 3 July 2021

The Fitzroy Readers have earned a reputation for sound learning principles, logical structure and inspirational results. There are nine sets of ten sequential readers, with new sounds and/or digraphs introduced in each reader. Word Skills workbooks are available for each set of readers. 35% discount available to members of Speech Pathology Australia. Contact us now! admin@fitzroyreaders.com www.fitzroyreaders.com or call 03 9489 5700 (10am - 5pm Monday - Friday)

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Speak Out | April 2021