The Word

CHANGES!!!

(posted: 9-6/07)

Effective Fall 2007: CSD 360 and 362(L) are optional for the Bachelor of Science degree program.

Effective Fall 2008: Enrollment in CSD 360, 361 and 362(L) will have a minimum departmental grade point average requirement of 2.5

Effective Fall 2008: Students entering the program as of fall 2008 need to apply for the optional NYS Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities initial certification program as follows:

         Entering Freshman: Apply after the end of the second semester

         Entering Transfers: Apply after the end of the first semester

Application is completed using the "Declaration or Change of Major/Minor/Specialization/Teacher Certification" form, which is available from the Registrar's office

ADVISEMENT ISSUES

(updated: 4-16-07)

• When should I come in for academic advisement?
• What should I do if my availability does not match my advisor's schedule?
• What should I do if I get closed out of a course in the major?
• Which semester is best if I want to study abroad?

CLINICAL ISSUES

• Bloodborne Pathogen Training
• Pre-clinical Observation Hours
• Professional Liability Insurance

GENERAL INFORMATION

• Professional Credentials and Requirements
• Professional Organizations with Student Membership options

PLANNING AHEAD

• Credential File

FOUR-YEAR PLAN OF ACTION

(updated: 4-16-07)

• Degree Program
• Initial Certification Option
• Milestones
• Letters of Recommendation
  
• Planning for Graduate School
• Senior Comprehensive Examination
• Student Teaching
  (updated 4/4/07)

TEACHER CERTIFICATION ISSUES

• Fingerprinting Requirement for Prospective Teachers
  (updated 4/5/07)
• New York State Teacher Examinations
• On-Line Application Procedures