NSSLHA Day 2010: Friday, November 19
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Loews Philadelphia Hotel
1200 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
NSSLHA Day events and locations are subject to change. Download the schedule [PDF].
Need to Register for the ASHA Convention?
If you are not a NSSLHA member but wish to join in order to pay the student rate for the 2010 ASHA Convention, DO NOT use the PDF or online NSSLHA membership application. It may take 3-4 weeks to receive your membership number and you'll miss out on registration discounts!
Register for the Convention through the ASHA Convention Web site and choose "New NSSLHA Member" for your registration classification. You'll get NSSLHA membership and a Convention registration discount at the same time!
NSSLHA Professional Development Series
Session I
9:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Preparation for the PRAXIS Exam
Presented by a representative from Educational Testing Services (ETS)
Session II
10:10 a.m. – noon
The Certification and Recertification Process
Presented by representatives from the Council for Clinical Certification (CFCC)
Session III
9:00 a.m. – noon
Crash Course on Clinical Techniques and Professional Issues
Students will learn practical tips and observe demonstrations of intervention techniques in various topics including voice, cochlear implants, swallowing, hearing aids/assistive listening devices, financing a graduate education and much more!
NSSLHA Awards Ceremony
Noon – 1:15 p.m.
Attendance is by invitation only.
The luncheon at the awards ceremony is sponsored by EBS Healthcare. 
Battle of the Regions: NSSLHA Knowledge Bowl
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Watch as teams representing the 10 regions of NSSLHA engage in a Jeopardy-style battle. Winning teams are eligible for over $1,000 in cash awards and prizes. Want to form a team? Contact your regional councilor for details.
Meet the Experts
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
NSSLHA Lounge
Thursday, November 18
Friday, November 19
Saturday, November 20
Chat with the professionals that are shaping the future of the professions.
Graduate School Fair
Noon – 4:00 p.m.
Thursday, November 18
Friday, November 19
Meet with representatives from academic programs to discuss master's and doctoral enrollment opportunities in CAA-accredited programs.
New! The NSSLHA Lounge at the Graduate School Fair
Stop by the NSSLHA Lounge to connect with friends, grab refreshments, search Ed Find! ASHA's online graduate school search engine and to learn more about NSSLHA Quest, NSSLHA's interactive Convention experience for students! The NSSLHA Lounge is sponsored by EBS Healthcare.
Resume Star Program at the Career Fair
Noon – 4:00 p.m.
Here's your chance to meet with an employer for a 15 minute session and tips on polishing your resume for college applications, scholarships, internships, or simply to land your first job.