I Chose Salus
Audiology
Why did you choose Salus?
Hi everyone! My name is Ashlee McCloud, and I am a first-year Audiology student at Salus. I chose Salus because it reminded me of my undergrad school, Eckerd College. Like Eckerd, Salus is a small community that I enjoy, knowing that the professors and faculty understand the students and know them on a name-to-name basis instead of by a number. Salus has a great Audiology program — outstanding professors, hands-on clinical experience, and extensive, detailed training to become the best clinical doctor post-grad!
Additionally, I chose Salus after my experience teaching toddlers. I observed their growth in a couple of weeks or months, significant steps, and vast improvements in language and hearing. They quickly learned how to communicate verbally in a short amount of time, especially non-verbally. To increase their language skills, I taught the toddlers sign language to communicate or express their needs to others. Viewing that "aha moment" when a child fully understands a new meaning of a word or new skill is one of the best moments to watch; I always feel ecstatic and fulfilled. My objective is to become a pediatric audiologist and continue to view that expression or lightbulb that turns on in a child’s mind.
I am grateful to be a part of the Salus community and excited for the next four years!
