Date Approved
2020
Degree Type
Open Access Senior Honors Thesis
Department or School
Special Education
First Advisor
Audrey Farrugia, Ph.D, CCC-SLP
Second Advisor
David C. Winters
Abstract
Members of underserved populations, particularly those of low socioeconomic standing, are less likely to receive speech-language pathology services. Through a series of indepth interviews, this study observes the experiences of speech-language pathologists working with underserved populations in order to understand how they help such populations. The subjects include at least one speech-language pathologist from each of the following settings: school, private practice, hospital, and skilled nursing facility. Results of this study yield common themes in working with members of underserved populations, as well as implications for improving the accessibility of speech-language pathology services.
Recommended Citation
Jamil, Maymuna Najam, "Selective service: Experiences of speech-language pathologists serving underrepresented populations" (2020). Senior Honors Theses and Projects. 687.
https://commons.emich.edu/honors/687