What do Speech Pathologists (SLP’s) do?
SLPs work with school children who have communication problems that affect success in classroom activities, social interaction, literacy, and learning. The Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) provides speech-language services for school-age children with communication disorders that adversely affect children’s educational performance.
*SLPs Work With Children Who Have A Variety Of Disabilities: Language ,Voice , Fluency or Stuttering , Articulation and Swallowing *
Does my child need speech and language therapy?
Signs of Communication Disorders : Late talker • Below expectations in classroom • Difficulty learning to read and write • Unable to express thoughts and ideas • Problems understanding others and following directions • Doesn’t get along with others • Problems taking tests
How do I refer my child for speech and language services?
The parent, guardian, or the child’s teacher can fill out a referral form given to them by the speech pathologist for concerns regarding voice, fluency (stuttering), and articulation (speech sound production). Any other concerns (ie. expressive /receptive language) will coincide with a referral to the targeted team to consider all potential eligibility categories.
For further information regarding Speech Language Pathology in a school setting please visit the following websites for helpful information or contact your school’s residing SLP:
http://www.asha.org/
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SLPs work with school children who have communication problems that affect success in classroom activities, social interaction, literacy, and learning. The Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) provides speech-language services for school-age children with communication disorders that adversely affect children’s educational performance.
*SLPs Work With Children Who Have A Variety Of Disabilities: Language ,Voice , Fluency or Stuttering , Articulation and Swallowing *
Does my child need speech and language therapy?
Signs of Communication Disorders : Late talker • Below expectations in classroom • Difficulty learning to read and write • Unable to express thoughts and ideas • Problems understanding others and following directions • Doesn’t get along with others • Problems taking tests
How do I refer my child for speech and language services?
The parent, guardian, or the child’s teacher can fill out a referral form given to them by the speech pathologist for concerns regarding voice, fluency (stuttering), and articulation (speech sound production). Any other concerns (ie. expressive /receptive language) will coincide with a referral to the targeted team to consider all potential eligibility categories.
For further information regarding Speech Language Pathology in a school setting please visit the following websites for helpful information or contact your school’s residing SLP:
http://www.asha.org/
Contact