Where are students typically placed for their clinical experience?
Students typically complete one clinical placement in a school setting and one placement in an early intervention or pediatric clinic setting. However, this is subject to fluctuation based on the needs and availability of clinical sites. Additionally, the SLPA program has clinical affiliations with a variety of other settings. No guarantee is made regarding the location or type of setting for any student’s clinical assignment. Clinical sites are located throughout the greater Chicago metropolitan area, both within and outside the boundaries of District 502. Clinical agreements are established between C.O.D. and the clinical affiliate, not the student and the affiliate. Students must attend the clinical sites to which they are assigned. Students typically are not assigned to a site where they have been employed or are currently an employee or volunteer. Students may not be supervised by personal acquaintances.
