Conflicted
Hi everyone,
I’m not really sure where to start this post or what sub it should be in. I’m currently taking my leveling courses for SLP. I got accepted to Baylor, Marymount, Ithaca so far. I’m torn between a couple of things though. Sometimes I just want to start grad school asap (I was accepted for spring 2027). Other times I want to wait and apply to in-person, public universities in my state (CA). However, CA programs are so competitive. Then I’m also torn between just finishing up my leveling courses and taking the extra ones to obtain a second bachelor’s to work as a SLPA. I think being a SLPA would be a great way to test out the field, get direct therapy hours , etc. I do think I’d like grad school, but I’ve had lots of trouble with my mental health and I worry I won’t be able to manage the intense workload, clinicals, stress, etc. I love my courses I’m taking right now but generally don’t like school.
I guess my question is, if you were in my situation, what would you do if you were sometimes wanting grad school but other times not?
Thank youuuuu