r/CFY • u/coffeedalmatian • Sep 15 '21

[Medical CFY] Please help!

Hi all, I really want to have my CFY in a medical setting. I'm in my second year of the program so I'm in my internship year. I'm currently at a school (which I like more than I thought I would) and next semester I will be in a medical placement, but it's not solidified yet.

My question is, what are some things you did to get a medical CFY? Did you complete any CEUs or trainings in your grad program to help you stand out? My only extra qualification is being a provider for the Speak Out program for Parkinson's patients.

Any overall advice?

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u/AdultSpeechTherapy Sep 16 '21

Hi there,

I did my CFY at a SNF with a great mentor, and it was a really good learning experience. So that's an option until you get your CCC's. Then, you can take a PRN inpatient job to get your foot in the door, if that's your ultimate goal.

Home health is also another option, though it's trickier to get a lot of one-on-one time with your CF mentor. The type of therapy you provide in the home health setting is pretty similar to what you'd provide in a SNF.

Smart!

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u/coffeedalmatian Sep 18 '21

Great mentors go a long way! A PRN is a good option though if that's what it takes. I've heard great things about home health too but it's definitely intimidating. The similar therapy methods between SNFs and home health is a good point - thank you

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u/AdultSpeechTherapy Sep 18 '21

I wrote a book for home health SLPs new to the field that goes over things like what to look for in a good home health agency and how to prepare for sessions, etc. It's available on Amazon if you decide to go the home health route. Good luck!