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Roger Holt

10 Ways a Speech-Language Pathologist Can Help Your Child | Friendship Circle -- Specia... - 0 views

  • Speech-Language Pathologist. Speech Pathologist. Speech Teacher. Known by many names, people refer to these specialists most often as speech therapists. They work with children with a variety of delays and disorders spanning from mild articulation delays to more complex disorders such as autism, Down syndrome, hearing impairment, motor speech disorders, and other developmental delays. SLP’s, as they are called for short, are the specialists that help your child with speech, talking and communication. However you may be surprised at how broad this field of speech-language pathology really is and  just how many skill areas SLPs are trained to build and expand in young children.
Terry Booth

2012 Montana Speech, Language, Hearing Association Summer Institute - Missoula - Aug. 8... - 0 views

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    Click to register for this conference and download full brochure What:
    The Montana Speech - Language - Hearing Association is an organization of professionally trained and Montana licensed Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists working in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, neonatal care units, schools and private practices across Montana. They provide reliable, evidence-based and client centered services to individuals throughout their lifespan. Conference Overview: August 8th - Use of the iPad to Increase Children's Communication Skills August 9th - Aphasia and Traumatic Brain Injury August 10th - Swallowing Disorders When/Where:
    August 8-10, 2012
    University of Montana Campus (exact location to be determined)
    Missoula MT
Terry Booth

Spectrum of Developmental Disabilities XXXV: The Continuum of Motor Dysfunction - Balti... - 0 views

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    The Spectrum of Developmental Disabilities activity will provide an interdisciplinary approach to the issues of motor dysfunction. This multidisciplinary course will review motor dysfunction, including epidemiology, genetic and neuroimaging issues, diagnostic overlaps, associated dysfunctions, evaluation and management, outcomes and future directions. Objectives: Discuss the inter-relationships between cognition, motor and behavior disorders of childhood Recognize and diagnose developmental coordination disorders Define the contents of a successful outcome for children with motor disorders Develop a reasoned evaluation for children who present with hypotonia Target Audiences: Physicians Pediatricians Developmental-behavioral pediatricians Child psychiatristas Educators Nurses Occupational therapists / psychologists / speech and language pathologists Physical therapists When/Where:
    March 18-20, 2013
    Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Turner Auditorium
    720 Rutland Ave
    Baltimore, MD
Roger Holt

Speech and Language Impairments in Your Classroom: 8 Tips for Teachers - National Disse... - 0 views

  • There are many types of speech and language disorders that can affect children. Over one million students are being served in our schools under the speech or language impairment category of IDEA, the law that authorizes special education. Do you have a student in your classroom who struggles with articulation, fluency, voice, or language? Is the student’s academic performance being negatively affected? This blog will give you 8 tips to help support students in your class who have speech or language impairments.
Roger Holt

Scottish Rite helps kids say 's' as in speech | greatfallstribune.com | Great Falls Tri... - 0 views

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    The Scottish Rite Childhood Language Disorders Clinic got its start in 1992 and offers free speech and language therapy to children from birth to five years old.
Roger Holt

MOSSAIC: Mentorship, Organization, and Social Support for Autism Inclusion on Campus - ... - 0 views

  • MOSSAIC: Mentorship, Organization, and Social Support for Autism Inclusion on Campus MOSSAIC is support for people transitioning to the U of M who have autism spectrum disorder, Asperger syndrome, or other social/organizational challenges.  This program is offered by the RiteCare Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic.   MOSSAIC provides: Weekly time with experienced peers (U of M juniors or seniors) to address your individualized needs such as: Walk through your class schedule Organization of materials & time Self-advocacy & when to disclose Campus safety Shared living space Understanding academic expectations Problem solving opportunities Evening seminars to support student needs & provide social opportunities.  If interested, please contact:  Jennifer Closson at 406-243-5261 or jennifer.closson@mso.umt.edu  Bethany Rigles at 406-243-2208 or bethany.rigles@mso.umt.edu
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    MOSSAIC: Mentorship, Organization, and Social Support for Autism Inclusion on Campus MOSSAIC is support for people transitioning to the U of M who have autism spectrum disorder, Asperger syndrome, or other social/organizational challenges. This program is offered by the RiteCare Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic. MOSSAIC provides: Weekly time with experienced peers (U of M juniors or seniors) to address your individualized needs such as: Walk through your class schedule Organization of materials & time Self-advocacy & when to disclose Campus safety Shared living space Understanding academic expectations Problem solving opportunities Evening seminars to support student needs & provide social opportunities. If interested, please contact: Jennifer Closson at 406-243-5261 or jennifer.closson@mso.umt.edu Bethany Rigles at 406-243-2208 or bethany.rigles@mso.umt.edu
Sierra Boehm

Enhancing the Social Communication Skills of Children and Young Adults with Autism Spec... - 0 views

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    Click here to register for this event online

    Click here to download the flier for this event

    What:
    The social communication and social thinking needs of individuals on the Autism Spectrum are often the most challenging aspects of parenting, treating and teaching this population. This workshop will address numerous intervention strategies highlighting methods and materials available from leading experts in the area of social language. The presenters will provide detailed information, video demonstrations and materials that will enhance the attendee's abilities to help children with High Functioning Autism and Asperger's Syndrome improve social interaction, perspective taking and other Theory of Mind issues. Intended Audience: Parents, speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, educators, family support specialists, paraprofessionals, nurses, and pediatricians. When:
    Thursday, February 21, 2013
    1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Mountain
    Registration 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Mountain Where:
    Central Montana Education Center
    773 Airport Road, Room 2
    Lewistown, MT 59457 Cost:
    $25.00 non refundable Contact:
    dmiller@msubillings.edu
    Debra Miller, Region III CSPD
    (406) 657-2072  
Roger Holt

Brain Activity in Children with ADHD on ADVANCE for Speech-Language Pathologists and Au... - 0 views

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    By studying what parts of the brain are used to control impulses, a professor at Michigan State University in East Lansing is hoping to better understand why children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) respond differently to positive and negative feedback.
Terry Booth

52 Practical Strategies for Asperger's Syndrome, Nonverbal Learning Disorder & High-Fun... - 0 views

  • Who Should Attend: • School Based Personnel • Physical Therapists • Psychologists • Occupational Therapists • Marriage & Family Therapists • Nurses • Educators • Counselors • Teacher Assistants • Speech Language Pathologists • Special Education Teachers • Social Workers This program is appropriate for all levels of knowledge regarding Asperger’s Syndrome, Nonverbal Learning Disorder, and High-Functioning Autism. 
Roger Holt

Communication Development: A Parent's Guide : Home - 0 views

  • Welcome to the online guide to communication development for parents. The purpose of this guide is to provide current information about topics related children's speech, language, and communication development that may be helpful to parents. In this guide, you'll find information on commonly asked questions.
Terry Booth

52 Practical Strategies for Asperger's Syndrome - Missoula - July 14, 2010 - 0 views

  • Who Should Attend: • School Based Personnel • Physical Therapists • Psychologists • Occupational Therapists • Marriage & Family Therapists • Nurses • Educators • Counselors • Teacher Assistants • Speech Language Pathologists • Special Education Teachers • Social Workers This program is appropriate for all levels of knowledge regarding Asperger’s Syndrome, Nonverbal Learning Disorder, and High-Functioning Autism. 
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