A low proportion of LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD Certified Clinicians from historically underrepresented groups impacts service delivery options for patients from diverse backgrounds. 

To increase the number of LSVT Certified Clinicians from historically underrepresented groups and racial and ethnic minorities by creating a pipeline to certification and service within minority-serving institutions (MSI) with the full commitment of LSVT Global. 

If you are a student or faculty from a minority-serving institution, complete the form to receive more details and set up an informational call with our LSVT Global team.

This initiative is available to MSIs with master and doctoral programs in speech, physical, and occupational therapy. Students and faculty who benefit from the REDUCED FEE SCHEDULE will be invited to attend an online, virtual live or in-person LSVT Training and Certification Course at a significantly discounted fee.

Students and faculty at participating minority-serving institutions can take the LSVT training and certification course at a deeply discounted fee.

1. Increase the number of LSVT Certified Clinicians from historically underrepresented groups to serve an increasingly diverse patient population. 

2. Expand the pool of eligible LSVT Certified Clinicians who may be recruited to join the LSVT faculty, increasing its diversity.

3. Increase the number of clinicians from underrepresented backgrounds and minorities who successfully apply to medical speech-language pathology, physical therapy and occupational therapy positions.