Mastering Language Therapy for School-Aged Children: From Assessment to Intervention

Join us for an engaging and hands-on face-to-face workshop designed specifically for speech pathologists seeking to enhance their skills in language therapy for school-aged children. This workshop will guide you through the essential components of effective language therapy, from understanding language development to implementing successful interventions.

Key Workshop Objectives

1. Establish an understanding of language development
Learn about language development milestones and the factors that influence language acquisition in school-aged children. This foundational understanding will inform your approach to therapy and intervention.

2. Unpack how to assess language using a range of tools
Learn how to select and utilise the most appropriate tools to gain a clear picture of each child's unique needs and challenges.

3. Confidently interpret assessment results
Develop the skills to interpret assessment outcomes effectively. Understand how to analyse results to identify specific language deficits and strengths, enabling you to make informed decisions about intervention strategies.

4. Learn to set appropriate language goals for maximum impact and client success
Discover how to set realistic, measurable, and individualised language goals that promote significant progress and success for your clients.

5. Create thorough session plans to support your intervention planning and administration
Gain practical skills in designing detailed session plans that align with your goals and address the specific needs of your clients.

6. Work within a small group to practice the delivery of intervention and receive peer feedback
Participate in collaborative small group activities where you'll practice delivering language interventions and receive constructive feedback from your peers. This hands-on experience will enhance your confidence and refine your therapeutic techniques.

7. Take home ready-to-use resources in the provided resource book
Leave the workshop with a comprehensive resource book filled with practical materials and tools you can immediately implement in your practice.

Inclusions

Attendance to the small group, face-to-face, full day workshop
1 x workbook which includes notes and resources
Tea, coffee, light snacks

Other

The venue is located near Pentridge Shopping Centre (6 minute walk). Parking is free for the first 3 hours and then priced as listed. To keep costs low, this event is not catered, however there are plenty of lunch options nearby.