Board Certified Specialist in Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders – BCS-S (AB-SSD)
By Raising Careers Staff | Updated: September 2019
OVERVIEW
Certification Description
The Board Certified Specialist in Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders (BCS-S) credential certifies that an individual has the advanced expertise and skills necessary to evaluate swallowing and to diagnose and treat swallowing disorders. Professionals with this certification may serve as mentors to other professionals in healthcare communities and training institutions.
This is an advanced level credential and is only obtained by those who can show documentation and evidence of extensive clinical work history and advanced education in the field of swallowing and swallowing disorders.
Skills Focus
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Exam Objectives
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Exam Details
- Issuing Organization: American Board of Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders (AB-SSD)
- Prerequisites: Applicants must have a current Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP); applicants must have 7.5 CEUs, within the last 3 years, that relate to swallowing and swallowing disorders; applicants must have 3 years of post CCC-SLP certification clinical experience; applicants must show documentation of advanced clinical and professional skills over the past 3 years
- Questions: Information not provided
- Time: Information not provided
- Cost: $100
- Re-certification and certification renewal: Every 5 years
Other relevant details: N/A
BCS-S (AB-SSD) Careers
Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders Careers
Jobs you can get with a BCS-S (AB-SSD) certification (additional requirements may apply):
- Speech Pathologist
- Speech-Language Pathologist
Salary (Base Level)
A specialty certification may not only increase your employability, but may increase your earnings potential as well. Keep in mind that your actual salary can vary substantially depending on region, job description and employer expectations. Reference salary for the speech pathologist shown. Salary based on 2019 data.
National average per year: $77,510*
National average per hour: $37.26*
*Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
BCS-S (AB-SSD) Training
Exam Preparation
- Review the Readiness Checklist
- Review the Clinical Track 3-5 Year Plan
- Consider working with a mentor
- Review the AB-SSD recommended references for swallowing
- Review the AB-SSD recommended references for swallowing disorders
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