PP211 - Navigating Clinical Trends in Supervision of Communication Disorders Students

Abstract:
Communication disorders clinical supervision plays a pivotal role in the education and professional development of future audiologists and speech-language pathologists. There is limited literature on both clinical AND student perspectives regarding clinical expectations. While providing information regarding the evolving landscape of clinical supervision methodologies, we include student and supervisor feedback obtained via electronic survey to highlight any gaps between student expectations and preceptor experiences. Themes regarding supervisor concerns and suggestions for improvement were analyzed through open ended questions. By identifying the gaps between student/preceptor relationships, we identify strategies for fostering collaboration and constructive supervisory environment.

Summary:
This research explored the experiences and perspectives of both students and preceptors regarding clinical rotations in an effort to optimize the relationship and clinical opportunities of communication disorders students, as well as maintain and improve meaningful relationships with clinical supervisors. Current literature identifies perspectives of either students or preceptors with limited data on intersecting and analyzing the perspectives.

Through a structured survey, we gathered insights into various aspects of clinical placements, including satisfaction levels, challenges encountered, and suggestions for improvement.

The survey consisted of closed and open-ended questions. Both qualitative and quantitative data was collected from students currently enrolled in both the Master of Communication Disorders and Doctor of Audiology Program at LSUHSC, as well as all active and previous clinical supervisors. Data was analyzed to determine patterns and trends in student and preceptor responses. Qualitative data identified themes and insights into quality improvement and professional support opportunities. The findings of this study provided strategies to enhance the effectiveness and quality of clinical placements for students in Communication Disorders

Our interactive presentation obtains real time data regarding student or preceptor status with any preceptor identifying how long the individual has been a preceptor. We also offer additional opportunities to provide suggestions for improvement preceptor/student relationships from BOTH demographics.

Brief Summary of Clinical Takeaways:
Analyzing similarities and differences of clinical supervision between supervisor and student, one can improve the quality of clinical rotations while optimizing healthcare delivery. Supervisors can apply effective strategies in fostering a collaborative/ constructive supervisory environment by integrating student priorities. Students develop skills to improve preceptor relationships and optimize clinical experiences

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