Launch:
Clinical Fellowship Program

Expert Support and Supervision for SLP CFs

A Powerful Launch to Your Successful Career

ESS Clinical is proud to offer Launch, a program designed to propel the careers of Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellows (SLP CFs) in K-12 schools. Through strategic partnerships with school districts nationwide, we offer transparent contracts – without non-compete clauses – so you can focus on what matters most: your growth and your students.

Built by clinicians for clinicians, Launch provides the guidance and resources you need to transition smoothly from graduate training to independent, school-ready practice, all while keeping student success at the heart of everything you do.

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The Launch Program Promise

  • Together, we will deliver student-first services every time.
  • You will receive consistent, accountable supervision you can count on.
  • The program provides a clear, supported pathway to ASHA CCCs and confident, independent practice.

Built-In Support for Your Success

Launch provides SLP Clinical Fellows with mentorship, ASHA-aligned supervision, and practical tools for documentation and goal-setting. Connect with peers, access key resources, and receive career guidance to confidently grow into school-ready practice.

  • Dedicated CF Mentor
    We will connect you with a dedicated Clinical Fellowship mentor (CCC‑SLP) who meets ASHA supervision requirements.
  • ASHA‑Aligned CF Structure
    The LAUNCH Program is organized into three segments with scheduled direct and indirect supervision across each segment.
  • Documentation & Compliance Support
    Receive expert support with IEP timelines, service logs, Medicaid documentation, and more.
  • Living Toolkit
    Access templates for assessments, goal‑writing, progress notes, and parent/teacher communication.
  • CF Community
    Collaborate with other Clinical Fellows through optional case rounds, quick‑hit webinars, and resource sharing.
  • Career Navigation
    We'll help guide you through the CCC application, polish your resume, and help you plan your next role.

5 Pillars to Support
Your Successful Launch

Pillar 1: Onboarding & Orientation

Review site systems (IEP platforms, scheduling, data), FERPA/HIPAA-in-schools, safety/escalation workflows.

Pillar 2: Direct Supervision

Partake in planned observations with pre‑briefs and structured feedback notes that you can reuse for reflection.

Pillar 3: Indirect Supervision

Receive case conferences, documentation review, collaboration planning, and family communication coaching.

Pillar 4: Goal-Driven Growth

We use a simple 30/60/90 framework for each segment to set targets, supports, and evidence of growth.

Pillar 5: Right‑Sized Intensity

We increase supervision time above the minimum requirements whenever case complexity or performance indicates.

Professional Development in Action

The ESS Clinical Launch program goes beyond the basics to help you thrive in school-based practice.

Clinical Refreshers

Strengthen your skills through evidence‑based practice refreshers tailored to school populations (language, articulation, fluency, AAC, pragmatic language).

Program Guardrails and Quality

  • Aligned to current ASHA CF supervision expectations for structure and documentation.
  • Early‑alert triggers for missed timelines or risk indicators with rapid remediation plans (2–6 weeks).
  • Simple tracking: a log that distinguishes direct vs indirect supervision and summarizes progress by segment.
  • Note: We tailor supervision cadence and resources to state and district policies. Always verify local requirements that may add to ASHA’s expectations.

Optional Add-Ons

We can customize your clinical fellowship to best suit your needs with add-ons such as:

  • CEU stipend or licensure reimbursement support.
  • Extra observation blocks for complex caseloads or specialized programs (e.g., AAC, autism support classrooms).
  • Peer shadowing across campuses or telepractice support where allowed.

What Success Looks Like

Student Support

Students receive consistent, high‑quality services aligned to their IEPs.

Ready to Launch Your Career?

CF Candidates

If you'd like to become a clinical fellow, please email us your resume and preferred locations.

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Program Structure

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