Dr. J. Nikki Gaylord, Ed.D, CScD, CCC-SLP and Klaire Brumbaugh, ClinScD, CCC-SLP

Speech-language pathologists frequently face ethical issues, decisions, and dilemmas. This session will describe ethical issues often faced in clinical practice as well as decision-making models and strategies to navigate the scenarios. An analysis of the 2023 Code of Ethics put forth by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association will be used to support the ethical decision-making process.

After this session, participants will be able to:

1. 1. Identify recent changes to the 2023 ASHA Code of Ethics.
   2. Describe at least 3 strategies to use when making ethical decisions.
   3. Apply an ethical decision-making model to provided case studies.

*these presenters will present via Zoom; attendees will attend in-person

Audiology Breakout Session – The Perfect Pair for a Young Person’s Hearing Adventure

Stacy Michels, M.A.

There are many choices when it comes to technology both when fitting pediatric hearing aids and assistive devices to be used in the classroom, and often times it can be overwhelming when working to provide students with the best possible solutions.  Today’s presentation will give an update on Phonak’s pediatric portfolio including current pediatric hearing aid technology, as well as Roger technology as it applies to the classroom environments and the applications and benefits to all students and their teachers.  Additionally, there will be hands-on opportunities for troubleshooting and navigation of the devices as well as a demonstration of Roger verification and Target programming software.

Learner objectives:

1. 1. Learner will have a better understanding of which solution/technology is best for their students and classroom situations.
   2. Learner will have a better understanding of the applications and features of Roger devices to complete a classroom set up.
   3. Learner will have a better understanding of navigating through Target programming software as well as Roger verification.

Speaker Biographies

Tera Sumpter, Speech-Language Pathologist and founder of Seeds of Learning, LLC, presents internationally and across the United States on her cognitive processing model for academic learning. She provides professional development and workshops to therapy clinics, hospitals, school districts, professional organizations and parent groups on executive functioning, literacy, and her integrative cognitive processing model.

Stacy Michels is the Phonak account manager for Childrens’ Hospitals and Schools covering states in the Midwest and Great Plains. Stacy received her Masters’ degree from Northern Illinois University in 2002 and completed her CFY at Clark County School District in Las Vegas, NV as an educational audiologist.  Stacy joined Phonak in 2016 and prior to that, worked for 11 years as a clinical audiologist for an ear, nose and throat practice in a suburb of Chicago. Stacy lives in the Chicagoland suburbs and enjoys working out with her personal trainer, co-leading her niece’s Girl Scout Brownie troop, listening to live music and comedy shows and checking out new restaurants.  Most importantly, Stacy treasures spending as much time as she can with family and friends.

Dr. J. Nikki Gaylord is an assistant professor at Murray State University in the Center for Communication Disorders. Dr. Gaylord has been a practicing speech-language pathologist for over 23 years.  She received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Southeast Missouri State University.  She completed a doctorate of clinical science in speech-language pathology in 2019 from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions and a doctorate of education in P-20 leadership from Murray State University in 2022.  Dr. Gaylord’s current research interests include exercise-induced laryngeal obstruction in athletes, exercise-induced dyspnea, voice disorders, and ethics in speech-language pathology.

Klaire Brumbaugh, ClinScD, CCC-SLP is the graduate program director, director of clinical education, and assistant professor at Fontbonne University-Kansas City. Klaire received her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Kansas State University prior to completing the clinical doctorate in speech-language pathology from Rocky Mountain University. Currently, Klaire is completing a doctorate in education from Fontbonne University with a graduation date of May 2024. Klaire’s research and professional interests focus on the areas of speech sound disorders and professional issues such as ethics and supervision.

Conference Schedule

Continuing Education/Credits

The NDSLHA conference will offer 8 hours of continuing education. In addition, NDSLHA will pair with the Minot State National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA) to offer one graduate credit (15 hours). NSSLHA’s conference will be held on March 22, 2024. To receive graduate credit, attendees must attend both conferences. NSSLHA’s conference will be held on March 22, 2024. To receive graduate credit, attendees must attend both conferences. The NSSLHA conference will feature Heather Caska, MS, CCC-SLP and Karina Kadhi BS, SLPA who will share their expertise in their presentation titled “Exploring Roles of SLPs/SLPAs in Dyslexia.” Register for the NSSLHA conference today!

Room Block

A block of rooms is reserved at the Sleep Inn in Minot (701-837-3100) at a rate of $101 per night. Rooms must be reserved by 2/19/24.

Additional Information

• Requests for refund of pre-registration must be received by March 7. A $20 handling fee will be charged.
• Prefer to pay by check? Please email ndslha@gmail.com for a paper registration form.
• Please direct any questions to ndslha@gmail.com.