This case-based Pearson EBP Brief examined the clinical question, "Do preschool and kindergarten teachers who participate in professional development programs that focus on emergent literacy skills with built-in individualized coaching compared to those who do not participate in professional development programs show enhanced knowledge and/or practice in the classroom environment? The related literature search & analysis, along with the resultant clinical decision & application to clinical practice, will also be discussed.

This course will describe the Triple Aim, an initiative by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, which focuses on improving population health, improving patient experience and care, and lowering costs. This is part of the evolving healthcare landscape which focuses on value vs. volume. We will also discuss how SLPs can advocate for their important role in this value-based world.

While clinical skills are important, strong therapeutic presence can bring clinical practice to another level. This course will introduce the five components of therapeutic presence, and describe how SLPs can utilize mindfulness practices to enhance clinical skills and maximize their impact with pediatric or adult clients.

This empirically supported course will address suicide awareness, screening, intervention, and referral principles. Suicide assessment tools and management principles that are used with specific age groups and populations will be discussed, and case studies will be presented.

Many SLPs find themselves overwhelmed and stressed each day, which can lead to burn-out. This course focuses on why stress occurs, the 3 main causes of stress for many SLPs, and how to use mindfulness and positivity to reduce and manage stress.

The goal of this course is to educate providers regarding Human Trafficking. The course will, along with providing the definition of Human Trafficking and explaining the various aspects of the definition, give providers tools in the recognition and care of potential victims of Human Trafficking.

This course will explore the emerging concern among helping professionals (e.g., SLPs) that clinicians are at risk for occupational burnout. Evidence will be provided, critical factors examined and potential solutions for SLPs and audiologists will be proposed.

Pearson's EBP Briefs are case-based courses designed to assist with everyday decision-making in clinical practice. This case examined the question, “Do preprofessional SLPs and general-education students who have interprofessional opportunities when providing language interventions to children with language impairments show improvement in their IPEC core competencies compared to those who do not have interprofessional opportunities?” The related literature search & analysis, along with the resultant clinical decision & application to clinical practice, will also be discussed.

This is Part 2 of two-part series. Do you dream of starting your own business but don't know where to start? This Part 2 will discuss ways to enhance business management, including conducting SWOT (Strengths/Weaknesses/Opportunities/Threats) analyses, and will describe various strategies for payment collection.

This is Part 1 of a two-part series. Do you dream of starting your own business but don't know where to start? This Part 1 will introduce participants to different types of business structures, and roles played by the SLP as a business owner. Pros and cons of cash-based versus insurance-based practices will also be discussed.