Position

Clinical Educator

Qualifications

Bachelor of Speech Pathology

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About Karen 

Karen graduated from La Trobe University in 1997.
Since graduating Karen has worked in Australia, the United Kingdom and New Zealand and has an eclectic range of experiences working with both adults and children in acute hospital, rehabilitation, community health, special needs and educational settings.
Karen joins the team after being a Professional Advisor in Hawkes Bay New Zealand for the past 4 years. Her particular focus and expertise is in adult clinical placements but with her diverse skills and knowledge she supervises student Speech Pathologists across all areas of their clinical learning both on and off campus.

Areas of Interest

Head Injuries
Dysphagia management in neonates, children and adults
Acquired Dyspraxia/Speech Difficulties
Autism
Alternative Communication Modes
Clinical Education and teaching with a functional focus