Training

Course Objectives

Upon course completion, participants will be able to:
1. Identify the various reasons a child may not be vocalizing.
2. Identify 5 techniques to advance vocalization on command.
3. Complete a parent-friendly home program based on therapeutic results.

This program is offered for 0.3 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate Level; Professional Area). • 0.3 AOTA CEUs • 3 Instructional Hours (see TalkTools ASHA CEU Policy and Process for more information)

Content Disclosure: This presentation will focus on treatment methods related to the use of TalkTools® OPT resources. Other similar treatment approaches will receive limited or no coverage during this lecture.

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Timed Agenda

• 10 minutes: Why can’t my client imitate speech sounds
• 10 minutes: Why do therapists rely on imitation intherapy?
• 15 minutes: Imitation 101
• 15 minutes: Motor Imitation
• 30 minutes: Phonation on Command
• 10 minutes: Differentiating Speech Practice from Language Practice
• 60 minutes
• Applying Therapies
• Oral Placement Therapy
• Reciprocal Imitation Training
• Apraxia Program
• Applied Behavior Techniques
• 30 minutes: Oral Motor Trials

Learning Options

• Online ONLY for 1 learner -- ACCESS TO ONLINE COURSE (downloadable workbook, forms and charts)
• Online + SUPPLIES for 1 learner --  ACCESS TO ONLINE COURSE, plus the following supplies:
• 1-Bubble Tube + Bubble Straw
• 1-Apraxia Shape (can be either tube or shape)
• 1-Horn #1
• 2-toothies
• Group Rate for 5 learners
• ACCESS TO ONLINE COURSE for 5 learners
• 5 sets of SUPPLIES listed above

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