This Lunch and Learn is intended for an audiologist who is interested in a refresher course in the basics of preschool speech-language pathology. An overview of speech and language development will be provided. The session will also touch on warning signs for fine and gross motor difficulties and autism spectrum disorders, when and how to refer to other professionals and helpful tips for working with preschoolers and their family members.
Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:
- understand the basics of speech and language development;
- know when to refer to a speech-language pathologist and what information to write on the referral form so that it is as useful as possible;
- recognize warning signs of possible fine and gross motor difficulties (to refer to other professionals);
- recognize warning signs of possible autism spectrum disorders (to refer to other professionals); and
- use simple tips to assist their work with preschoolers and their family members.
This session pertains to
- Pre-school aged children (0-5)
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