Date of Completion
2024
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science in Speech Language Pathology
Keywords
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Abstract
The study aimed to examine the experiences of BSSLP graduates from DLSMHSI, particularly the perceived benefits and challenges in service provision after obtaining post-baccalaureate training in AAC. The study used a qualitative phenomenological design and conducted semi-structured interviews to determine the benefits and challenges of AAC service provision after the post-baccalaureate training. The research tool was validated by a registered speech and language pathologist who had undergone post-baccalaureate training in AAC. Three registered speech and language pathologists who completed AAC post-baccalaureate training participated in one-on-one online interviews. The data were analyzed using thematic analysis, following the frameworks of Braun and Clarke (2006) and Colaizzi (1978), resulting in 19 final codes categorized under 7 themes. The study's results revealed that the post-baccalaureate course provided beneficial skills and knowledge that helped them improve their overall AAC service provision. These skills included a proactive stance on AAC advocacy in their clinics, enhanced knowledge of AAC service provision, increased confidence and affective skills, and improved parent-clinician collaboration, all contributing to the overall growth and increased usage of AAC systems in their respective fields. However, despite these benefits, several challenges were still experienced by the participants even after taking the AAC post-baccalaureate training. These challenges included limitations in how SLPs provide AAC services based on their knowledge and exposure to unfamiliar cases, the limited resources of the clients, and the limited opportunities and feedback time for training families in the use of AAC. Nevertheless, the BSSLP graduates demonstrated resourcefulness in maximizing the use of AAC services for their clients when facing these obstacles in their practice.
APA Citation
Araneta, N. C., Bayan, J. D., Cablitas, J. H., Carsula, N. M., Cueto, R. M., Delos Reyes, G. I., Inoc, J. G., Mari, R. C., Velasquez, P. R., & Yap, R. B. (2024). The experiences of BS Speech and Language Pathology graduates from De La Salle Medical and Health Sciences Institute on service provision after taking augmentative and alternative communication post-baccalaureate training in the Philippines: a phenomenological study. [Bachelor's thesis, De La Salle Medical and Health Sciences Institute]. GreenPrints. https://greenprints.dlshsi.edu.ph/bsslp/67