Debunking 8 Telepractice Myths

As a tele-practitioner for the past six years, I’ve come across many misconceptions about telepractice. Here are eight common myths I’ve heard, along with what I believe to be the corresponding truths. Myth #1: Telepractice is easier than working onsite. ASHA states telepractice services must be equivalent to those provided onsite. Our professionalism and commitment should remain as strong as if we see clients in person. Telepractice is not a “shortcut.” In fact, I spend just as much time planning, doing paperwork and attending meetings as when I worked in schools. Myth #2: Telepractice can’t adequately engage and maintain clients’ attention. Students are very comfortable with technology. My current clients exhibit less difficulty staying on-task than those I worked with onsite. An e-helper—typically a paraprofessional—can also assist in client engagement. They can assist you with behavior modification, along with other tasks you may assign. Myth #3: I work from home, so I can dress how I want. Telepractioners can’t only dress professionally from the waist up! Best practice involves dressing professionally from head-to-toe, just like when you work onsite. Not dressing professionally can negatively affect your clients’ view of telepractice and the level of professionalism involved. And they might share those views with others. Tips for adapting your telepractice to tap a variety of learning modalities. Telepractice in Schools: What Works Best? The Nuts...
Source: American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Press Releases - Category: Speech-Language Pathology Authors: Tags: Audiology Private Practice Schools Slider Speech-Language Pathology Telepractice Source Type: blogs