Grow Your Own School-Based SLP or SLPA Programs
What Is a Grow Your Own Program?
A Grow Your Own (GYO) program brings universities and local or state education authorities together to support future school-based speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and speech-language pathology assistants (SLPAs). GYO programs provide training and career pathways while creating a steady pipeline of qualified professionals for schools.
Grow Your Own (GYO) Programs for SLPs and SLPAs: Building School–University Partnerships
Join us on November 10 from 3–4:00 p.m., ET for a free virtual event to learn how school districts and universities can partner to strengthen local SLP and SLPA workforce pipelines. Walk away with resources, new connections, and practical next steps.
Benefits and Challenges
Learn how GYO programs can transform workforce development, and what it takes to make them successful.
How To Create a Program
Explore ASHA’s step-by‑step guide for creating a GYO program—including practical tools to get started.
Budget Considerations
Understand what it takes to fund a sustainable GYO program.
Successful GYO Programs
See examples of established programs.
