| Aspect | Part Time Speech Language Pathologist Clinical Fellowship | Part Time Speech Language Pathologist |
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| Credentials | Completing CFY, ASHA certification | Certified Speech Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP) |
| Work Environment | Supervised clinical setting, hospitals, schools | Independent practice, schools, clinics |
| Purpose | Transition from student to independent clinician | Provide speech therapy services independently |
The Clinical Fellowship is a transitional period for new graduates working towards certification, while the Part Time Speech Language Pathologist is a fully certified professional providing services independently. The CF emphasizes supervised training, whereas the SLP role involves autonomous practice.