WEBINAR | Speech Clarity in the Down Syndrome [ZOOM] [February 10, 2023] [1:00PM – 2:30PM Eastern US]

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Heather Vukelich, MS, CCC-SLP

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Speech development can be challenging for children with Down syndrome, due to various factors including: dysarthria, hypotonia, TOTs, sensory regulation and oral motor development. This webinar will provide techniques and treatment options for speech development when working with clients with Down syndrome. Orthodontic and airway collaboration will be discussed.

Participants will be able to:

  1. Identify the differences between dysarthria, hypotonia, sensory, TOT’s and Apraxia of speech.
  2. Identify proper avenues to refer patients to outside professionals in support of speech clarity development.
  3. Use sensory-motor activities to facilitate better speech sound placement for target sounds.
  • 10 mins: Welcome
  • 10 mins: Overview of Dysarthria, Hypotonia, TOTs, Apraxia of Speech.
  • 5 mins: Overview of Professional Referrals
  • 40 mins: Demonstration of Tools/Therapeutic Strategies
  • 5 mins: Q & A
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DISCOUNT CODE: DS224

Available for 2 weeks after the live broadcast date. Limit 1 use per purchase.

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