Presenter: Claudia Doan, MS, CCC-SLP
This fun, interactive, and evidence-based course is designed to help school-age children internalize lessons taught in speech therapy and generalize them to real-life communication situations. Learn treatment approaches to meet the needs of older students in the areas of articulation, vocabulary and written expression. Presented in detail will be highly engaging and easy-to-implement experiential, speech-language therapy lessons.... more+
"A wealth of functional and relevant goals and strategies as well as tools were helpful and added to my previous knowledge. Relevant and easily absorbed information that could be put into practice right away." T.H. (Aug. 2024)
"I found the speech-language areas specifically outlined for older students to be the most beneficial for my daily practice. I really like how comprehensive it is in 90 minutes." H.W. (Aug. 2024)
"Family/caregiver support was beneficial. The course was clear and concise." C.P. (Jul. 2024)
"The different ways to generalize and reteach skills learned in earlier years were beneficial. I liked all the information pertaining to "big kids"." A.R. (Jul. 2024)
"Intervention discussion was beneficial and all topics were important. I liked the provided information and strategies that I can use and share with my teachers and parents." G.S. (Jul. 2024)
"Therapeutic intervention and language development were helpful to discuss. I liked the amazing visuals!" A.G. (Jun. 2024)
"The graph which shows how the use of play-based therapy activities can be incorporated into your therapy sessions with older students. I liked the chart that references teaching self-advocacy, The 3 R tip chart, and discussion on steps for understanding the importance of building trust and rapport with your students." T.M. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussion about self-advocacy was helpful. Very organized and accessible instruction on what to prioritize and target with older children." C.H. (Jun. 2024)
"The second window of neuroplasticity, play-based therapy, self-advocacy for older students, and recommendations for the families were all beneficial topics. The course was very clear and practical and highlighted the big takeaways." S.C. (Jun. 2024)
"The goal writing and vocab tied to jobs were helpful. Good practical skills for my older case load." C.S. (Jun. 2024)
"The information was helpful; specifically, topic on tier 2 vocabulary and on roots of words was beneficial." E.P. (Jun. 2024)
"All of the information was beneficial, and I liked the examples." S.B. (May 2024)
"Metalinguistics was a helpful topic. I enjoyed the online format." J.A. (May 2024)
"All the information was beneficial. Mainly real strategies and steps for working with older children. I enjoyed the real-life examples and suggestions." D.V. (May 2024)
"Such a great course! The information was so relevant and interesting! Loved it! The speaker was informative and I learned so much about older children. Great ideas for speech therapy!" L.X. (May 2024)
"Excellent points for working with older clients." N.D. (Apr. 2024)
"The vocabulary instruction was beneficial. I liked the go at your own pace model." J.B. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked discussing self-advocacy. Very useful/relevant information for SLPs working with older students." D.N. (Mar. 2024)
"Self-advocacy, goal setting collaboratively, and supporting their writing were beneficial topics. The presenter was fantastic - super clear and concise and only provided relevant information." K.W. (Mar. 2024)
"Practical recommendations regarding therapy. Good length, specific recommendations for therapy." C.P. (Mar. 2024)
"Beneficial intervention considerations for older students. Practical learning and use of practical examples." S.D. (Feb. 2024)
"Loved the real-world examples and how to connect goals with real-world skills. Liked the pacing and the unique therapy ideas." A.P. (Feb. 2024)
"All of this course was informative." A.K. (Feb. 2024)
"I found discussions helpful particularly on effective therapeutic approaches for older children, with numerous suggestions for activities to engage in to build language through dramatic, constructive and exploratory play. I was also quite interested in what researchers were recommending for vocabulary instruction with older students and activities for optimal development. The use of functional life skills information on how caregivers and families can be supportive of the older child in the home environment was particularly informative." C.F. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked how this course was designed and organized. The speaker was practical in her approach to the topic, defining terms, acknowledging different aspects of an older student's life (where they are at) and how that may influence language therapy effectiveness. I thought the Summary of Key Points at the end was a good reminder for future perusal." C.F. (Dec. 2023)
"The information about MLU and the grammar knowledge of older students will be helpful. Also, learning a new way of looking at writing goals for older students is helpful. I love that this course is geared toward the older students and what they should be able to do and what they really need to focus on learning." A.B. (Dec. 2023)
"I loved the ideas provided! The discussion on the education of staff and parents was helpful." A.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Applicable and functional information. Working with families to encourage generalization was a beneficial topic." M.H. (Dec. 2023)
"I appreciated the play-based approaches that can be used with older students. All of it was very informative. The family education suggestions were helpful." H.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Intervention and tools. I liked all of the examples especially for goal writing." T.J. (Dec. 2023)
"All of the information provided was extremely helpful, especially the intervention part." C.S. (Nov. 2023)
"The play-based therapy adjustment, motivational, self-advocacy, and vocabulary instruction ideas and sequences were helpful topics. I liked the content, rate, and sequence of information presented." J.M. (Oct. 2023)
"Practical and realistic examples of treatment techniques. The visual charts were excellent, specific, detailed, and not overwhelming!" R.F. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the dramatic play for my ASD students. And the organized graphics with dates of research." L.D. (Oct. 2023)
"Lots of easy-to-implement ideas. I am new to high schoolers and was looking for therapy approaches. I liked all of this course." A.A. (Sep. 2023)
"Course organization and information was very clear. I liked the discussion that you need to make your therapy as functional and personal as it allows." K.H. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the interventions and the research." K.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Very organized course with lots of practical suggestions. The confirmation of why skills such as sequencing and understanding morphology was helpful." A.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the intervention suggestions and the many examples that were provided. Excellent course." B.P. (Aug. 2023)
"Each of the three areas discussed contained valuable information. I liked the discussion of therapy techniques, of course." M.L. (Jul. 2023)
"Clear and practical information. I liked the review of language development in youth and practical ideas to support students and families." O.Z. (Jul. 2023)
"Lots of helpful information about how older students learn and how to relate to them. I liked the tips on teaching vocabulary and articulation." M.K. (Jul. 2023)
"Concrete, practical strategies. Clearly expressed with useful visuals, references to research, and best practices. I liked the overview of language development in older students, as well as the intervention tips." A.K. (Jul. 2023)
"The carryover activities and ways to educate and support parents and teachers were beneficial. I liked that the therapy intervention was backed by research. Nice course organization." D.H. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the therapy suggestions to use immediately. And how to help the older student learn skills that are more meaningful in their life." D.G. (Jun. 2023)
"I loved the opportunity to reflect on personal and hands-on goals that can be used with students - fundraising, volunteering, school clubs, etc. This course was organized and broken down easily for understanding and learning!!" W.R. (Jun. 2023)
"This course was functional. I liked the play therapy techniques and self-advocacy strategies." S.S. (Jun. 2023)
"New therapy ideas to use with older students." S.H. (Jun. 2023)
"Building rapport with students, vocabulary development, and how to make it most applicable for older students to generalize the information and skills they learn/practice in speech therapy." A.P. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the therapy activities, and the advice to give to parents to work on language skills and describe how language skills will affect their child in everyday life. The provided slides were beneficial." J.W. (Jun. 2023)
"These are all interventions that I can easily use. The specific interventions to use with older students were creative." D.B. (May 2023)
"I liked the strategies and tips for therapy. The information regarding the use of tier 2 vocabulary was beneficial." A.K. (May 2023)
Presenter: Nancy Kaufman, MA, CCC-SLP
The Kaufman Speech to Language Protocol (K-SLP) is one of the most commonly used treatment approaches for childhood apraxia of speech (CAS). This comprehensive training offers participants the opportunity to demonstrate competencies in the implementation of the K-SLP for treatment of CAS. Gain a deeper understanding of the essential components of this approach. Learn strategies for using phonological processes to select treatment stimuli, and learn methods to help children progress from unintelligible speakers to functional verbal communicators.... more+
"I really appreciated the in-depth video examples of kids across different stages to demonstrate where or how best to support them at that stage. I appreciated the amount of information and content that was covered with functional application. The videos were helpful." B.D. (Aug. 2024)
"Techniques were helpful and I liked the successive approximations." M.T. (Aug. 2024)
"Teaching functional words and using phonological processes was beneficial." A.J. (Jun. 2024)
"Very clearly presented to be used in real life. I liked the help choosing words and identifying targets." M.E. (May. 2024)
"I liked the discussion of ways to improve my approach during play. I appreciated being able to go back and re-watch, pausing to look something up, and being able to pick up where I left off." H.M. (May. 2024)
"The course was entertaining and feels like I could easily start using these strategies tomorrow in therapy. Therapy cues and procedures were beneficial topics. " M.S. (May. 2024)
"The overall methods and techniques of the K SLP as well as specific implementation information were beneficial. I liked all the example videos of treatment and evaluations as well as getting to see the progression of kids in treatment for CAS." M.B. (Apr. 2024)
"Shaping of sounds and syllables, how to provide better therapy for my children who are not ready for imitation. I love how upbeat Ms. Kaufman is. Every single utterance in this course has and will greatly benefit my treatment. I love that there were so many treatment techniques that could be implemented. It was a great re-set for my thinking and therapy implementation." A.M. (Apr. 2024)
"All of the course was beneficial! I could pace myself and work through sections at my own pace. I liked that course would hold your place if you stopped mid-video." J.J. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked everything. Good examples." S.W. (Feb. 2024)
"Progressively shaping oral approximations and the specific shaping techniques were beneficial. I liked watching the therapist and clients on multiple videos. Showed me how to implement this treatment approach." M.W. (Feb. 2024)
"Nancy Kaufman is a wealth of knowledge!" C.C. (Feb. 2024)
"Multi-sensory cues and techniques that can be used in therapy. This course gave evaluation and therapeutic strategies that can be implemented in the therapy I am providing in my school." M.M. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked the section where mistakes were outlined using the KSLP. It is helpful to know before using the methods. I liked the video examples." C.S. (Feb. 2024)
"The K-SLP kit instructions were beneficial." J.B. (Feb. 2024)
"IEP goal writing and where to start in therapy were beneficial to discuss. I loved the video examples, case studies, and pacing." R.W. (Feb. 2024)
"Shaping with successive approximations, especially how it pertains to older students (~18 yrs). I liked how the course reiterated key points/concepts, especially those that can be often overlooked or confused by SLPs across the board (myself included!)." M.R. (Feb. 2024)
"Detailed discussion on the process of shaping and errors commonly made by clinicians. It was also helpful to go over the type of feedback to give. I enjoyed the breadth of topics covered as well as the video examples." J.P. (Feb. 2024)
"All of the course was beneficial. Especially the actual strategies and video examples. I enjoyed the detailed strategy explanations." G.R. (Jan. 2024)
"Great use of videos of actual therapy." J.S. (Jan. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss how to implement K-SLP into therapy sessions. I liked that I could start and stop course whenever I needed to." B.K. (Jan. 2024)
"Everything was beneficial!! I recently started working for early childhood intervention and have learned so much! I enjoyed the examples of techniques demonstrated via videos." A.C. (Jan. 2024)
"The videos of therapy demonstrations were beneficial. I liked that the course could be revisited again." A.H. (Jan. 2024)
"It was beneficial to understand how natural phonological processes can be incorporated to help children build approximations. I liked the testing being available. I had it in front of me while I listened, so I was listening intently and processing the information." N.C. (Dec. 2023)
"I gained more clarity about successive approximations and not to accept any approximation from the child. Nancy was thorough." K.G. (Dec. 2023)
"Supporting children with limited vowel and consonant inventory was a helpful topic. I liked the convenience of this course." J.S. (Dec. 2023)
"The use of the K-SLP was beneficial. I liked that you are able to review the content." G.G. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing the mistakes clinicians can make and examples of how to correct them was helpful. I love Nancy Kaufman as a presenter. She is engaging and effective in explaining her methodology." J.I. (Nov. 2023)
"Learning how to start non-verbal clients with using K-SLP was beneficial. I liked the therapy videos and seeing progress." N.H. (Nov. 2023)
"I enjoyed the videos of actual therapy." D.J. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked all the videos of evaluations and therapy sessions. The application of shaping method and multisensory cues were beneficial." V.A. (Oct. 2023)
"Great videos of clients pre/post-therapy. Strategic Selection of Practice Words, Framing Techniques, and Clinical Mistakes To Avoid were all beneficial topics." M.N. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked seeing the therapy techniques in action, the therapy activities, and the list of mistakes to avoid. The overall organization was easy to follow and repetitive to help the concepts sink in." A.B. (Sep. 2023)
"Very thorough. I really liked all the example videos and the modeling of how to implement the program. I liked the handouts as well. The presenter was very knowledgeable and animated." M.F. (Sep. 2023)
"Great information. Incorporating more grammar into therapy for children with CAS was a helpful topic. I liked the course flexibility." D.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Discussing the myths and facts of using the KSLP methods was beneficial." S.M. (Sep. 2023)
"The videos were filled with strong therapy demonstrations. Specifics about the K-SLP and training on how to implement it. I liked everything." J.L. (Aug. 2023)
"All of it! A great overview of CAS and the Kaufman Methods." C.W. (Aug. 2023)
"It was helpful to watch the videos to see how to implement the techniques. And that I was able to complete course on my own time." S.H. (Aug. 2023)
"I thought it was a wonderful reinforcer to what I am already doing in therapy and excellent new ideas to continue to grow as a therapist." A.F. (Aug. 2023)
"Choosing targets and shaping techniques for therapy were beneficial. I liked the organization of topics and information." O.M. (Aug. 2023)
"We barely talked about CAS at all in my school, so this whole topic was helpful. The course was very specific and didn't have any extra unnecessary information." K.B. (Jul. 2023)
"The videos and actual practice were beneficial to me. I liked the videos and explanations in detail." C.D. (Jul. 2023)
"All of it was very informative! I liked that I could go at my own pace." M.L. (Jul. 2023)
"Cueing and moving to phrases were beneficial topics. I liked the ability and flexibility to work at my own pace." L.O. (Jun. 2023)
"The samples of therapy were great. I liked the discussion on how to shape early sessions for Apraxia. This course was easy to follow along." A.S. (Jun. 2023)
"The information presented was wonderful, and I truly learned so much that I am already able to put into practice." T.A. (May 2023)
"Every aspect discussed will be helpful. From choosing motivating activities and reinforcers, to evaluating sounds and syllable shapes a client can produce, and working on increasing ability to produce more sounds and syllable shapes. Great info on shaping production of sounds/words, providing cueing, fading cues, shaping more grammatically accurate phrases, etc. The presenter and material were so relevant. Very well presented - great video examples, great handouts." D.F. (Apr. 2023)
Presenters: Jean Blosser, EdD, CCC-SLP & Nancy Robinson, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course explores MTSS and implications for SLP practice. Working within the MTSS framework offers a new paradigm for service delivery that can help SLPs address everyday challenges such as: 1) integrating intervention strategies into classroom instruction, 2) determining dosage for services, 3) balancing high caseloads/heavy workloads, 4) collaborating with resistant colleagues, 5) identifying priorities, and 6) managing limited resources.... more+
"The 3 tiers and explanation were beneficial." C.P. (Aug. 2024)
"The 5 essential characteristics of good MTSS service delivery and the six stages of collaboration were beneficial. The guidebook is a great tool to help keep me on track." K.B. (Jul. 2024)
"The stages of collaboration for how they can be applied to the MTSS model were helpful. Excellent visuals and resources were given." T.M. (Jun. 2024)
"Thinking about different scheduling options was most helpful. I can see how some of the different models would be more beneficial for some of our students. Also collaborating with staff and parents to facilitate generalization of skills from the speech room to 'real' life settings. I liked being able to stop the presentation and reflect on the information presented. I also find helpful the ability to re-visit information already presented to develop a clearer understanding of the material." K.Q. (May. 2024)
"Good information. I liked discussing more about how to support students with MTSS." J.H. (May. 2024)
"Loved the reflection questions and suggestions to modify/tailor the intensity and duration of services for various students. The pace was great, and the handouts were terrific!" P.B. (May. 2024)
"Discussing levels of support was helpful. I appreciated the document included to refer back to." P.M. (May. 2024)
"Helpful examples of schools that implemented SLP support at all tiered levels, which helped to understand what our role can look like. I liked the focus on SLP implementation." J.O. (Apr. 2024)
"The course flowed well from finding where the SLP is in their familiarity/comfort with MTSS and the next steps they can take. Refreshing to see other service delivery options instead of just the groups of four for thirty minutes that we are used to. I feel more confident in my understanding of the MTSS and why it is beneficial. It also gave great suggestions on how to form new relationships to help benefit our students." G.Y. (Apr. 2024)
"Implementing this into my school will be beneficial. I liked the ease of logging onto the course." M.V. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the discussion of the parameters for successful and streamlined MTSS. This course was informative." M.D. (Mar. 2024)
"The recommended delivery services were helpful. I liked the references provided." C.R. (Mar. 2024)
"Transitioning out of traditional daily practice to remediate students within IRE setting. I liked the collaborative aspect emphasis." D.M. (Mar. 2024)
"I thought the domains of SWIFT were beneficial. I liked that presenters gave different types of scenarios." J.O. (Mar. 2024)
"The prerequisites to working with teachers were beneficial to discuss. I liked the examples of resources." N.M. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing steps 1-5... which can be done by building relationships was helpful. I enjoyed the context for why MTSS was developed." H.H. (Feb. 2024)
"Beneficial implementation strategies and examples. The handout was very helpful and will be a great resource!" E.R. (Feb. 2024)
"MTSS and collaborating with special education teachers, PTs, OTs, IAs on IEP goals and ways to implement strategies in the classroom. I liked being able to pause the course as needed." M.C. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing how to implement was beneficial. The course was very informative." L.D. (Feb. 2024)
"Better understanding now of the MTSS model and examples of how we as SLPs can fit within the model. I liked the specific examples." L.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Practicing inclusion and promoting MTSS across all domains. I liked the data behind the movement to MTSS." A.G. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the talk about varying service delivery models. And the charts to rate and think about my current MTSS program." C.G. (Nov. 2023)
"Examples of the specific tiers were beneficial. I liked the visuals." J.A. (Nov. 2023)
"This course was very informational. Discussing the framework of MTSS was beneficial." O.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Implementation of MTSS strategies within the classroom was helpful. The information was easy to listen to, and the instructors were thorough." M.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Collaborative practices and classroom-based services. I liked that my school is doing many of the suggested steps." N.P. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the information on the tiered support and a clear definition of tier 1-3 support. This course gave a good overview of the MTSS process." J.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Team approach and scheduling/delivery options (eventually reduce and generalize) were beneficial topics. I liked the overall intro into MTSS." K.H. (Sep. 2023)
"The specific ways SLPs can work with teachers were helpful. I liked the examples the presenters gave." K.S. (Aug. 2023)
"The discussion of collaboration was beneficial." V.M. (Aug. 2023)
"Specific examples for interventions were helpful." J.B. (Aug. 2023)
"Collaboration ideas with teachers were beneficial. I liked I could go at my own pace." S.G. (Jul. 2023)
"The MTSS examples were helpful. I liked the examples for different age groups." L.G. (Jul. 2023)
"Ideas for scheduling and thinking about service delivery were beneficial. I liked the way this course helped to frame MTSS and how to think about it for my practice." K.S. (Jun. 2023)
"The discussion on really providing classroom-based services, training, and co-teaching with colleagues was helpful and reinforcing for me." M.C. (Jun. 2023)
"Concise and to the point. Collaborating with teachers, reading specialists and other special area teachers on how to implement speech/language into lessons was beneficial." K.J. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the slides describing the language and communication needs of children in the classroom and ways to collaborate with and support teachers in a teamwork approach." A.M. (Jun. 2023)
"The topic of dosage of services probably helped me the most. This discussion also helped nudge me to collaborate more with the reading specialists in our school. I am certain we could benefit from finding ways to work together! The presenters did a really nice job organizing the course around a theme. This course kept me engaged." L.K. (Jun. 2023)
"Specific examples on how to implement this framework into SLP practice. The 6 steps of collaboration were beneficial." K.C. (Jun. 2023)
"Discussion of different ways to collaborate with classroom teachers was beneficial." H.M. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the delivery models and case studies." C.S. (Apr. 2023)
"The topic of how SLPs fit within the MTSS framework was beneficial. I liked the examples of MTSS being used in real schools." D.L. (Apr. 2023)
"Learning how to view your caseload differently and looking at the caseload using the MTSS model was beneficial. I have the presentation notes to review when I am working towards understanding and using the MTSS more with my caseload, teachers, and collaborators." H.O. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the in-depth discussion about the stages of collaboration and reshaping my thinking of how to provide a wide range of service options and how to share responsibility for interventions and successful learning." M.D. (Mar. 2023)
"This course provided insight into re-thinking service delivery model and learning the stages of collaboration with stakeholders, i.e., teachers and other providers. It provided insight in the workload vs. caseload approach to services." M.D. (Mar. 2023)
"The discussion on the support provided in different tiers at the Urban Elementary School District level was beneficial. I liked learning at my own pace. I was able to revisit topics that I was unsure of and gain a better understanding." A.R. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the resources and websites for further follow up." A.C. (Mar. 2023)
"This course was very organized and thorough." K.L. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the suggestions that can be implemented in the school system. Learning tiers of support was beneficial and how they can help in the classroom." M.K. (Feb. 2023)
"Six stages of collaboration applied to MTSS were beneficial. I liked the pace, presentation, and the handouts." M.C. (Feb. 2023)
"Practical examples and opportunities for self-reflection. I liked discussion of SLP role." A.P. (Jan. 2023)
"Knowledge that someone appreciates the usefulness of Speech Pathologists." L.L. (Jan. 2023)
"Good resources. I liked the charts." K.T. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the classroom observation and subsequent teacher consultation. Good visuals (i.e. 3 tiered pyramid)." S.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Course was informative. The strategies and approaches were beneficial." K.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning implementation - seeing what MTSS could look like in my school." C.R. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning how our field can implement MTSS in varying circumstances was beneficial." M.S. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the information regarding the 6 stages of collaboration. Course contained a lot of helpful information concerning various tiers of support and need as well as ideas of how to change service delivery location and method." C.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Loved the visuals which helped clarify the information." G.J. (Oct. 2022)
"Easy to understand and concise presentation. I have tried to be a part of my school's MTSS team for the past year. This course gives me more support to be a part of the planning and implementation of it all." B.B. (Oct. 2022)Presenter: Marge Blanc, MA, CCC-SLP
This NLA Level 3 Course presents an all-new look at NLA treatment. Discussed are strategies for individualizing treatment for gestalt language processors of any age: 18 months to 28 years. This course covers every aspect of supporting gestalt language development, including physical supports for self-regulation. Extensive videos, language samples, and goal-writing are included.... more+
"How to look at language development in a NLA framework - how to actually encourage and build gestalts as well as how to identify them. I liked that we got to see Marge talk (rather than just listen). She is a dynamic speaker with a passion for this topic and I learn much more from watching people than from just looking at slides." P.I. (Aug. 2024)
"Every single bit was beneficial! I loved that it is all so relevant! Especially liked the real-life examples, from autistic people, SLP's, parents, and academics." S.C. (Aug. 2024)
"Going into more depth and explanation of the DSS. I have some experience with it, but Marge's in-depth explanation really helped me understand the process of using it for language samples and the purpose for modeling grammar. The course was very thorough. I really liked Linda's description of her son Ben. So beautiful to see her joy in loving her amazing son and the joy of discovering more and more of who Ben is and who Ben is becoming." S.D. (Aug. 2024)
"How to really listen and try my best to understand my preschoolers gestalts and help other educators who work with them understand that they ARE communicating. I liked that I could attend to the course at my leisure. I liked that Marge provided different speakers from different backgrounds and experiences to share what they know about GLP. I liked the video examples of GLP kids working with their therapist to really see it in action." N.C. (Aug. 2024)
"The stages of language development in NLADST. I liked the ability to do it in one's own time." D.T. (Aug. 2024)
"The examples shared about some gestalt learners and how they benefited from being supported in a gestalt language processing way instead of an analytic way. I enjoyed the video examples of clients and reflection of growth in clients when supported in the gestalt language learning way." D.S. (Aug. 2024)
"Understanding how my students may be using echolalia to communicate. Liked all the personal stories." P.T. (Aug. 2024)
"Listening more closely to the echolalia and what the child might be communicating. I also thought the DST and DSS information charts were good resources, and the slides that provided some resources for myself and my families will be very useful. I liked the real-life videos." S.G. (Aug. 2024)
"All information was woven together and presented thoughtfully. Appreciated the examples. Valued the many perspectives and voices in the conversation. I enjoyed Marge’s passion and strong knowledge and experience base." K.N. (Aug. 2024)
"How to help gestalt processors through stages 3 and 4 was beneficial. I liked the discussion on how to help educate parents and colleagues and the videos and specific examples." M.I. (Aug. 2024)
"Beneficial strategies to teach mitigation and new combinations (working through the stages). I can help parents whose children are gestalt language processors to engage with their children using their current language abilities." S.D. (Aug. 2024)
"The whole definition of Gestalt was helpful. I liked the resources, video cases, and words of caution for future." S.M. (Jul. 2024)
"Language acquisition of stages of development were beneficial. I enjoyed the videos and charts." C.F. (Jul. 2024)
"The samples and videos were helpful. Very interactive in its presentation with all the interviews." R.N. (Jul. 2024)
"The entire course will be beneficial, as GLP and NLA were not something I learned about extensively in grad school. The video examples!" K.G. (Jul. 2024)
"All of the information was great. I enjoyed the video examples and interviews with parents and other professionals." E.D. (Jul. 2024)
"The individualized therapy was helpful, and I liked the video examples." E.R. (Jul. 2024)
"The explanations and rationale that allow me to respond to practitioners who do not acknowledge NLA were beneficial. I liked the comments on the research for NLA, this is what I was looking for in order to be able to defend the NLA/ GLP to those who say it is not evidence based. I also liked the examples about different GLPs, which helped me to process the concepts being taught." J.M. (Jun. 2024)
"Loved the video clips and stories of real students." K.H. (Jun. 2024)
"I loved the clips with Marge and other therapists discussing NLA. It helped to put NLA in perspective. I enjoyed hearing testimony from Linda. I also enjoyed watching clips of live therapy." W.F. (Jun. 2024)
"Level 3 - section 4 - really helped me to understand how to tackle pre grammar and then grammar development and importance of stage 3 gestalts. I loved the sensory integration section, too. I appreciate the life-long access to the course, and being able to listen and re-listen and then listen again!" S.M. (Jun. 2024)
"The specifics of supporting a child in moving from one level to the next and the tools for assessing which level a child is currently exhibiting. The course was convenient to complete." L.R. (Jun. 2024)
"The parts about sensory integration and ways to incorporate GLP strategies within IEPs were beneficial. I enjoyed watching Marge talk about GLP. So many videos consist of powerpoint slides and voice overs, and seeing the enthusiasm and joy that Marge showed while talking about GLP was really inspiring and nice to see." K.H. (May 2024)
"Understanding Level 3 and how they should stay there for as long as possible as it is similar to levels 1-3 in analytical and learning vocabulary. Examples and examples for potential goals." N.B. (May 2024)
"I enjoyed the real-life examples and real cases." D.M. (May 2024)
"The difference between gestalt processors and analytic processors was a beneficial topic. I enjoyed the ease of being able to leave and come back to complete sections. Also being able to print the test to be able to follow along with the course." J.C. (May 2024)
"The entire course is SO beneficial. It's so helpful to have examples that Marge provides and to have her talk through them. It's easy to use and handy that I could go at my own pace, as time allowed me to. The charts and visuals are also very helpful." S.P. (May 2024)
"I enjoyed the scope of the information!" S.B. (May 2024)
"This course resonated with me deeply and contained an abundance of information that I did not know I needed to hear. I can now move forward and continue to provide what I know to be right for gestalt language processors and feel empowered to educate staff. I loved the real-life examples and felt connected to the individuals and their families." W.B. (May 2024)
"The explanation of the stages/progression of Gestalt Language Learning was helpful. I liked the clear repeated outline of the stages of Gestalt Language Learning, and the examples of therapy sessions." M.K. (May 2024)
"The discussion of how gestalts have meaning and are valued even after students are able to communicate with grammar. All of the course was so informative and valuable." C.V. (Apr. 2024)
"Examples of the goals for each stage, and deep dive into grammar and stage 3. I really like the videos to hear the individual gestalts and the progression through NLA." K.C. (Apr. 2024)
"The stages and how to do therapy were beneficial. I enjoyed the examples." A.E. (Apr. 2024)
"All of the information was helpful. It changes everything. Using movement, acknowledgement, not forcing a script, following the child's lead, and finding the hidden gems. Changing lives! I enjoyed the videos and parental information." K.C. (Apr. 2024)
"The overall information about Gestalt Processors was beneficial, this was all new information to me! Self paced format." L.M. (Apr. 2024)
"I appreciate the NLA perspective. It fills in many holes in my perspective of working with students who have echolalic language. The webinar was a nice media to be able to access on my own time." J.P. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing how to help people with echolalia was beneficial. I also liked discussing the stages of gestalt learners." K.B. (Apr. 2024)
"SO many examples for modeling! Real stories from real clients and their success with NLA." L.H. (Apr. 2024)
"I very much appreciated hearing real-life stories from Marge and Linda. Videos and transcripts helped make things clearer." M.R. (Apr. 2024)
"The grammar section was helpful. I enjoyed the videos and informal "chatting" format." A.D. (Apr. 2024)
"DSS and DST scoring understanding. I appreciated the in-depth talks of GLP and how to relate it to my own GLP clients." H.R. (Apr. 2024)
"Beneficial discussion about specific strategies and supports you can use/try with gestalt language processors. I liked the information regarding the differences between ALP and GLP." S.B. (Mar. 2024)
"The handouts will help me better explain to parents and educators the type of therapy I've been doing and why. I enjoyed the videos of therapy showing how to help children bridge their ideas, gestalts, and intentions." B.B. (Mar. 2024)
"The video examples and transcriptions were beneficial. I liked the information on scoring using the DSS and NLT." S.S. (Mar. 2024)
"It was beneficial discussing the importance of language sampling and parent input. I liked the videos of the students and listening to their gestalts." L.Z. (Mar. 2024)
"The specifics about grammar were helpful; Linda describing her son was amazing and all the specific examples and videos. Loved all the attention to Gestalt Language Processors, the videos, and the examples. Thank you!" N.L. (Mar. 2024)
"Using the DDS to understand and score grammar development. I liked the focus on letting the child develop grammar that is natural to them without the pressure of meeting grammatical scripts, such as "I want ___, please"." A.P. (Mar. 2024)
"The information about how echolalia communicates, and that it is an important part of natural language development will be important information to share with colleagues. I also found the information about stages 3 and 4 to be very helpful. I liked the wealth of information about how to help students move through the stages of natural language acquisition." E.D. (Mar. 2024)
"The real-life cases were beneficial. The course included a variety of theory as well as relevant practice information, along with video examples. It included a wide variety of perspectives, including academics, clinicians, clients, and parents." A.W. (Mar. 2024)
"I found the videos most helpful. What I enjoyed most were the videos and various SLPs and parents sharing their stories." J.W. (Feb. 2024)
"Movement being incorporated and starting to better understand the details and meanings behind my patient's gestalts. I liked hearing things from a parent's perspective." A.R. (Feb. 2024)
"I started learning about GLP when I was an SLPA in Marge's clinic back in 2012. I never learned about this in graduate school, but I continued taking courses and had her book always accessible. It was powerful to get to revisit and relearn a lot of this information with so much more information than was available originally! Plus, I have been able to see the progress in action with students that I have worked with over the years and see those moments when their eyes light up because I've finally "figured it out," and they know that they have been heard. Thank you for everything, Marge!" M.W. (Feb. 2024)
"The topic of echolalia was helpful. I liked the supplementary handouts provided." G.H. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing the stages of NLA and how to take language samples to note where the client is was beneficial. I liked the video examples." M.B. (Feb. 2024)
"The part about teaching grammar was helpful. I enjoyed the videos and other professionals and parents perspectives." E.L. (Feb. 2024)
"The videos that are shared to understand children better are meaningful. All the information was amazing and helped me unlearn a lot of things." D.J. (Feb. 2024)
"It was beneficial to look at gestalt processing rather than analytic processing at each stage, and also discuss that delayed echolalia is not disordered speech. Stage 3 of NLA is important because that is the natural stage when gestalt language processors realize the power that comes from referencing single words and putting their own words together. I enjoyed the therapy clips and real language samples, and the testimony from parents." N.H. (Feb. 2024)
"All of this course was beneficial! A very comprehensive discussion of NLA, including recommendations for our Stage 3 processors. I enjoyed the video examples and interviews." S.P. (Jan. 2024)
"Staying in Stage 3 for as long as possible was a helpful topic. I liked Marge's communicating about clients - her love and passion for helping them thrive." L.K. (Jan. 2024)
"Parents' testaments and advocacy, using DSS and DST, SLP's treatment plans were beneficial topics. I enjoyed the inclusion of the views of researchers, clients, families and SLPs." E.E. (Jan. 2024)
"Individualized treatment; consideration of the child's sensory needs. I enjoyed the stories about Zoe, Dylan, Sadie, Derek, and Ben." A.H. (Jan. 2024)
"I enjoyed the underlying deep respect for every human." S.S. (Jan. 2024)
"Parts 2 & 3, individualized treatment and supporting individualized treatment were the most beneficial. I loved seeing the real life therapy sessions and how to model language appropriately to help our gestalt language processors move through the stages. I liked the video examples and incorporating parent perspectives as well as seeing and hearing from different SLPs." A.H. (Jan. 2024)
"Beneficial videos and discussion about how to support NLA process and how to use the DSS to guide introduction of mitigating phrases. I enjoyed the resources." Y.M. (Jan. 2024)
"It was very interesting to learn about gestalt processing in general. The examples that were given were very useful." A.R. (Jan. 2024)
"Learning about gestalt language processing has changed how I interact and do therapy with gestalt language processors and has led to greater therapy success and less stressful session for the child and myself. I enjoyed the detailed learning. The parent videos helped to see the aha moments and what it really means in the real life setting." A.R. (Dec. 2023)
"The course highlighted my knowledge and helped me to remember that as professionals, we need to respect neurodiversity and often we as the SLP, especially in the school, are our student's biggest advocates. We need to ALWAYS keep finding ways to connect with our students and clients. I enjoyed the passion and ease with which both the parents and professionals spoke of NLA." C.S. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the breakdown of grammar structures. This course was rich with real-life examples." E.F. (Dec. 2023)
"A deeper understanding beyond what my own research taught me over the last 15 years. I always was fascinated by gestalt language learning and this course gave me a whole new perspective on typical development on the NLA framework. My own son is Autistic and is a gestalt language learner. At 12 he has taken me through every stage right along with him and is the reason I even had a clue how to approach gestalt language and echolalia when I first learned about it. I liked being able to go back and forth with the modules and being able to keep them in my account to rewatch as needed." L.B. (Dec. 2023)
"The understanding of Gestalt language and its non-literal meaning. Marge was an amazing speaker." A.S. (Dec. 2023)
"I loved the practice of letting gestalts remain and reading between the lines. It is often lost in today's speech practices, and I want to harness it. Marge had so many good examples. I loved how the course felt more like a discussion." C.G. (Dec. 2023)
"The identifying and decoding of gestalts was beneficial. I enjoyed the examples and videos." A.B. (Dec. 2023)
"The discussion of the importance of understanding gestalt language processors was helpful. I loved the video examples of therapy." S.R. (Dec. 2023)
"It was beneficial to identify the meaning behind gestalt. I liked the video clips of clients at various stages." R.R. (Dec. 2023)
"The DSS presentation was great, and I like how videos were used to help us understand the material. I liked the printed materials and Marge's enthusiasm." E.S. (Dec. 2023)
"The amount of detail in this course was fantastic. I loved the energy of Marge and Linda." A.G. (Nov. 2023)
"Detailed explanation of how to use DSS to analyze current language and plan for intervention. This course provided specific information on how to proceed with implementing NLA-based interventions. I also loved all the stories about the kids / young people who are thriving when introduced to NLA." D.A. (Nov. 2023)
"The humor and real-life interviews and insights were very applicable. All of this course was beneficial!" M.M. (Nov. 2023)
"This course has been outstanding and will undoubtedly have a profound impact on my therapy moving forward. The inclusion of video examples and the comprehensive exploration of the DSS were exceptionally beneficial during this course. I found immense value in hearing personal stories, and the incorporation of both professionals and parents to share their experiences added a rich and practical dimension to the learning process." R.S. (Nov. 2023)
"This course has left me feeling inspired and equipped to make a meaningful difference. While NLA Course Levels 1 and 2 laid a solid foundation, NLA Course Level 3 brought everything together in a beautifully cohesive manner. I am genuinely excited to apply the extensive knowledge I gained about Gestalt Language Processing to support both children and families effectively." R.S. (Nov. 2023)
"I have started to change the way I model language for my students, which has allowed them to demonstrate more progress. I also learned more about the importance of regulation. And a better understanding of pronouns and why they use the wrong ones." L.H. (Nov. 2023)
"I absolutely loved the explanation of analytical versus gestalt language learners and the differences. I loved the videos - they helped me better understand in addition to providing long lasting examples." C.L. (Nov. 2023)
"To try and live in stage 3 for as long as possible and then how to move into stage 4. I loved hearing all of the stories Marge and Linda told. I enjoyed the videos so I could see what stages 3 & 4 looked like and I could see therapy in action." B.B. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of language sampling and the use of DST and DSS. Straight-forward, conversational, lots of examples." S.R. (Nov. 2023)
"This can potentially help a large number of my clients. All of this course was beneficial: the language development topic, the background information about NLA, and the references to other research and longitudinal studies done by Marge." E.D. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the variety of perspectives. And the functionality." J.M. (Nov. 2023)
"Good language to use to discuss with parents." M.A. (Nov. 2023)
"After taking this course, I am very excited to get working with my children who are gestalt processors and trying to get them to increase their communication!" N.T. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the language samples and videos of individuals using Gestalt and progressing with their language development." L.H. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the whole course! The parent and child pieces particularly. The grammar section and supporting awareness that practitioners will need to join study groups to practice and continue learning beyond these courses was beneficial." M.O. (Oct. 2023)
"The instruction on how to use DSS scoring and the meaning of scripts was helpful. I liked the videos of clients showing how their gestalts actually sound and the activities that each SLP used." L.K. (Oct. 2023)
"It was beneficial understanding levels 1 and 2 and how to bridge it to level 3/grammar when kids are ready." K.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Individualized treatment was beneficial. I liked the videos from treatment sessions and video examples from clients." M.K. (Oct. 2023)
"Good format and variety. Nice split between sections. I liked all the content." J.L. (Oct. 2023)
"This course gives a ray of hope for clinicians like me to learn the development of autistic natural language." V.L. (Sep. 2023)
"I loved the individual stories and connection to caregivers as those are the individuals who will carryover our modeling." M.B. (Sep. 2023)
"It was beneficial learning what gestalt processing is and understanding echolalia is part of the process. Liked ability to complete course at my own pace." M.B. (Sep. 2023)
"Discussion of sensory integration and its importance for this population. I liked all of the parent reports and video examples." S.M. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the breakdown of the different stages and the emphasis on connection. And I liked the personal examples." D.G. (Sep. 2023)
"Emphasis on really listening to what kids say and using different lenses/approaches to evaluate their utterances. Also, the idea that when one approach isn't working to try the other for awhile and watch for the response. The videos of the kids and testimonies of their parents were great!" L.T. (Sep. 2023)
"The media scripts having more in depth personal meanings was beneficial. I liked the story components related to the child and his mom." N.R. (Sep. 2023)
"This course was very helpful in describing the STAGES of NLA and the use of DSS. It will allow me to approach my GLP learners from a "connection" perspective and natural language models rather than solely prompted models. This will allow me to meet the students where they're at and continue to move them forward with their grammatical development and meaningful, self-generated utterances!" M.D. (Sep. 2023)
"The grammar part brought me back to why we do need to consider development once students reach stage 3 and beyond. I enjoyed the different perspectives of other parents/professionals. I liked how it was broken down into modules." H.P. (Sep. 2023)
"Very practical. Real. I can apply this EBP information in real time and in an authentic manner to afford the greatest language learning opportunities for my GLPs." M.D. (Sep. 2023)
"Discussion pertaining to grammar was beneficial, as well as the discussion pertaining to sensory regulation. I liked that I could follow along with the presentation and the test." S.C. (Aug. 2023)
"Understanding gestalt, mitigations, acknowledgment, and modeling was beneficial. Good balance of examples and discussion." T.T. (Aug. 2023)
"Everything Marge covered in this webinar will be beneficial! I liked the videos of the children with therapists." A.M. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked that Echolalia was viewed as gestalt processing and not something pathological." C.W. (Aug. 2023)
"Thorough explanation of each NLA stage. I liked the videos of gestalt language processors." J.B. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the videos and conversational like structure of the course. Sensory integration to find teachable moments." D.R. (Aug. 2023)
"The information about delayed echolalia was beneficial. The speaker was very knowledgeable and easy to follow." T.A. (Aug. 2023)
"I enjoyed hearing from the practicing SLPs in the schools with realistic application and examples. I liked the personal stories and insight from different perspectives." K.H. (Aug. 2023)
"The discussion of grammar and DSS analysis is what I most needed from this course! The rest was good information and discussion. I liked the review of DST/DSS." K.G. (Aug. 2023)
"I benefited from this entire course. The information about acknowledging gestalts and responding appropriately to gestalts was very important. The information about potential goals and ways to encourage mitigation was very helpful. I enjoyed the information presented by Marge Blanc, the parents, and the SLPs. I enjoyed the video clips a great deal." L.S. (Aug. 2023)
"The following confirmed some thoughts of my own: I'm always telling staff that a child is communicating something whether it is through words, behavior, gestures etc. Relationship with students is of the utmost importance if true progress is to be made. This course has helped me add a new perspective to hidden meanings in echolalia and how it may be used to build communication pathways for some students." A.B. (Aug. 2023)
"In-depth information! Wonderful revelations I've never been exposed to before. It was beneficial discussing and understanding the meaning of echolalia and gestalts and guiding patients toward acceptance and mitigation." A.B. (Aug. 2023)
"The whole idea of Gestalt Language Processor was beneficial. I have been thinking that children with Autism were using scripts to communicate, and they wanted to be a part of conversations, so they quoted scripts. This course confirmed this and also opened my eyes to the power of the child choosing movie clips to communicate. Also, it has changed the way I have approached therapy. The first child told me thank you for playing with me. They valued that so much. One child was going to be dismissed from lack of progress, and she began to make eye contact and engage with me. She even tried to feed me during play." M.S. (Aug. 2023)
"All sections add relevant information for anyone who knows, loves, or works with a gestalt language processor. Discusses "why" and importance and significance of the impact of proper, in-depth understanding of echolalia and gestalt language processing and natural language acquisition. This course isn't facts thrown at the learner. It offers the research, practice, and human stories in multiple formats (written, spoken, video, pictures, interviews, etc.) from the parent, clinician, and client perspectives." R.G. (Aug. 2023)
"Actual examples of how to model language with students who are GLPs. I liked the real life videos and examples. And how much Marge, the parents, and her colleges cared for the children." O.P. (Aug. 2023)
"The treatment videos and videos of parents talking about their children and direct therapy results/interpretations were beneficial. Course had a lot of practical application, was not heavy on theory, but did reference evidence-based theory." L.W. (Jul. 2023)
"The parental input was great!" C.S. (Jul. 2023)
"The hidden messages in scripting and reference to actual stories in this regard were my favorite. I liked the relevance of this course to practice and the case examples got me thinking about interactions I have had with my clients who are most likely GLPs." M.K. (Jul. 2023)
"The details, developmental sequence, and the role of grammar in NLA were beneficial. I liked the video examples and the client-centered approach. Also, the role of sensory integration with regards to NLA." S.W. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the topic of acceptance of neurodiversity with educators in public school systems." K.K. (Jul. 2023)
"I always enjoy the case studies the most. You are amazing, Marge! I liked that I could work on course at any time, and that the video player remembered where I was in the lecture." L.C. (Jul. 2023)
"The entire course as a whole helps to restore humanity. You can't discuss NLA without also acknowledging that we need to be more finely tuned into the fact that our echolalic students have been communicating this whole time. This course doesn't just offer information but a new perspective on humanity. It has encouraged me to slow down and appreciate all that our students say and all they are. It is so tempting (in the name of financial survival) to go about the day's scheduled sessions with goals and agendas in mind... without stopping to smell the roses (appreciating our students and how they think)." R.M. (Jul. 2023)
"This Level 3 course I found to be the most informative and helpful. I really liked this course so much, that I purchased the book as well. I liked that I was able to print off the test and could answer questions as I went through the course. I also loved the stories and videos, which helped me to understand the process better." J.E. (Jul. 2023)
"Following student's leads, the meaning in the student's gestalts and deciphering the secret messages in their language were beneficial topics." J.S. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the breakdown of what each stage can look like and appreciated the DST and DSS information. I liked that there were several different video examples." F.G. (Jul. 2023)
"Examples of therapy and reading the written out utterances were beneficial." S.K. (Jul. 2023)
"I enjoyed all of it and found specifics to therapy and goal writing particularly helpful. I also liked hearing from parents." B.C. (Jun. 2023)
"So much was beneficial. Two things stand out: 1. Deepen my listening to understand the meaning in the gestalts. 2. Use language sampling routinely in practice with NLA in students with echolalia. I also liked the stories from parents and SLPs." K.A. (Jun. 2023)
"Reminder that gestalt processing individuals have a lot to communicate if we are listening. I liked the humanity presented by talking about each child's unique abilities and personalities that came out more as they were able to communicate more." T.H. (Jun. 2023)
"Course was extremely comprehensive... lots of information. I really loved the section on the Hidden Messages in Scripting." L.G. (Jun. 2023)
"Finding the underlying meaning of gestalts. This course is meaningful for the students I work with." Y.P. (Jun. 2023)
"Gestalt processing - how to asses, model and mitigate. I liked all the real life examples and videos and testimonials." K.M. (Jun. 2023)
"I really liked the words of Dr. Elizabeth Torres and Jen Schonger. This was a more interactive course. The speaker's face was shown, there were a lot of great video clips and examples from students/patients, and there were interviews with parents and well-respected professionals." S.K. (Jun. 2023)
"Specific stages and how to work through them and between all of them was beneficial. I liked the specific examples." C.M. (Jun. 2023)
"The video clips were awesome! Best way to learn is by watching! Well-organized course with good video examples." J.B. (May 2023)
"I liked the topics presented by Dr. Elizabeth Torres relating to self-exploration and self-discovery as well as the importance of sensory integration and co-regulation. I loved the embedded videos of actual clients communicating and the interviews with Linda and Dr. Torres." M.L. (May 2023)
"Section 4 was very helpful. It helped me understand NLA Stage 3 (and 4) much better." M.G. (May 2023)
"The explanation of how to score language samples so that progress can be documented was helpful. Also, seeing the examples of the clinician working with the child and the responses she used in response to what the child has said was also helpful in understanding how to incorporate this method with my students." L.H. (May 2023)
"This course was well presented with many examples of the children that this approach has been used with. Seeing their progress helps us better understand how this approach can help them." L.H. (May 2023)
"The topic on collaborating with OT was beneficial. This changed the way I think about sensory integration." H.M. (May 2023)
"Sensory integration and communication availability were beneficial topics." K.S. (May 2023)
"I liked the idea of following the gestalt processor's lead and meeting them in their world. The implications of this approach are very, very useful." H.D. (May 2023)
"All of it was beneficial. This was an extremely helpful, useful, and most validating course I have ever taken. A CEU course has never made me shed so many heartwarming tears! I liked the videos and frequent examples. Seeing the principles applied and explained was very helpful." K.S. (May 2023)
"Learning how to target/model stage 3 was beneficial. I liked the self-pace for this course." R.M. (May 2023)
"I liked the "real life" discussion with the families. And learning the difference between analytic and gestalt language acquisition." E.H. (Apr. 2023)
"This course was inspiring." G.M. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of both gestalt and analytic language processing part of NLA. I will always look at echolalia differently." R.S. (Apr. 2023)
"Understanding the different stages of NLA was beneficial. I liked watching the videos and learning from the different case studies and how their utterances were scored." M.L. (Apr. 2023)
"All of it! There was a good balance of theory, case studies, and examples of how to implement therapy techniques." J.F. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked all of it, especially the stories related to specific kids and adults. I liked the dialogue between Marge and the mothers and the stories of new revelation." L.H. (Mar. 2023)
"In-depth course. Taught in detail on a topic that is a mystery to most SLPs. This course was excellent in teaching me how to refine my student's gestalt language stage from echolalia to mitigations to effective communication." A.R. (Mar. 2023)
"Information about using DSS with our GLP students was beneficial." J.D. (Mar. 2023)
"The videos were very helpful to learn about waiting and responding to the student's utterances in a more naturalistic way. I liked the description of the NLA stages." E.H. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the sensory integration information. Lots of good learning formats." R.H. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the real-life video examples. Course was easy to listen to and the video examples helped to see real people using gestalt language development." M.M. (Mar. 2023)
"I loved the whole course. Marge is so passionate about NLA and has given me the excitement and tools to continue to support my students with NLA. The discussion between Linda and Marge was great in that it demonstrated the joining of ideas between the SLP and the parent. This stresses the importance of building a community with parents in order for establishing trust which then leads to progress. I liked getting the multiple perspectives from parents, SLPs, OTs, students, and educators." K.R. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the information about GLP and the videos of children. DSS and DST to know what to model at each stage." S.H. (Feb. 2023)
"I learned how to acknowledge echolalia and where to go from there. The videos with examples were beneficial." B.M. (Feb. 2023)
"All of the examples of children using delayed echolalia were extremely beneficial. The idea that these scripts are meaningful is so important. Liked the option to come back to course and listen to small chunks at a time. And option to print the test so I could listen and work on it at the same time." S.G. (Feb. 2023)
"I loved the section on hidden messages. The videos were wonderful, especially when we saw the same patient over time." J.D. (Feb. 2023)
"I enjoyed the discussions surrounding all of the clients. I especially liked hearing from the parents. There was SO much to take in that it was nice to be able to pause, return to specific parts, and resume. I loved all of the videos!" A.E. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the videos of clients, examples of language samples, and how to analyze them. Learning how to better support my clients who are advancing to higher stages of NLA development." C.R. (Feb. 2023)
"This entire course will be beneficial for my daily practice. Understanding gestalt language development will be essential for supporting my gestalt language processors and educating families and educators to better understand language development with autistic individuals. I love how Marge included families and other professionals in her course and shared stories of her clients." A.J. (Feb. 2023)
"Course was excellent. Wish I had had this course when I was a student!!" M.B. (Jan. 2023)
"Stages 1-2 and analyzing language samples were beneficial. I liked the new information to support gestalt language learners." M.A. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the treatment approaches and how to model language in stage 2. Learning how to analyze both grammar and gestalt language stages." S.D. (Jan. 2023)
"I L.O.V.E.D. Ben's mum's comments on her son as well as Jen's input. Parents' input are INVALUABLE!!" H.B. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the discussions from parents and providers regarding their personal experiences with NLA. I also liked the videos of actual clients. Stages of NLA, treatment approaches for these children, sensory information, and discussion of rote skills taught and the impact that could have with their flexible use of language." S.H. (Jan. 2023)
"Examples of scoring and mitigation were beneficial. I liked the stories and examples, the hope." S.C. (Jan. 2023)
"Examples and videos of actual children and therapy sessions were very helpful. Reading about NLA and trying to apply it to my therapy sessions was difficult at first. After watching the videos and hearing about "real" kids and therapists, I felt much more confident. This course definitely helped me to really grasp the big picture." J.S. (Jan. 2023)
"I just love learning everything and anything I can about NLA and gestalt language learners. NLA is completely changing my therapy with all of my clients. It's amazing! It's like...YES! This is it. This makes so much more sense than what I was trying to do before!" J.S. (Jan. 2023)
"I loved all the parent and client perspectives. I feel like this is missing from many courses I've taken! In daily practice, this reminds me to always value the family's goals and vision." A.L. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the examples of therapy, and the integration with principles of autonomy and self-regulation for children who have autism. I liked the use of dialogue and interaction between Marge and colleagues/collaborators." J.A. (Jan. 2023)
"I always love hearing from parents. That piece was really inspirational to me as a professional and as a mom. I loved all of the video examples and the interviews/comments from real people - parents, SLPs, professionals, etc." K.C. (Jan. 2023)
"The process of mitigating gestalts was beneficial. The slides and handouts supported my learning." D.W. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the case studies presented by the various therapists in Section 2, because it gave me an idea of the application of this knowledge to our sessions." A.L. (Jan. 2023)
"Grammar for GLPs was beneficial. I liked the real-life video examples of children and therapy sessions." M.D. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the variety of speakers and case examples. And the importance of acknowledging delayed echolalia as having communicative intent." D.L. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the video examples and the section about moving through stages 1-4." C.L. (Jan. 2023)
"For me, thinking about one student on my caseload, I now know what direction to go in. I will start by taking a language sample, and now I can make a real plan. I loved the videos and stories from parents, SLPs and the clients." H.D. (Jan. 2023)
"Marge's LOVE for her clients is so evident." E.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I absolutely loved this course and I learned so much! I loved how this course was organized and presented. Marge speaking on video from her clinic, conversations between Marge and Linda (loved listening to and watching Linda!), other conversations/interviews, sharing of so much important and relevant information which was clearly and thoroughly explained, and videos of the kids. Thank you!!"ð K.D. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the practical application of how to work with gestalt processors." S.G. (Dec. 2022)
"The information about how to help gestalt language processors develop generative grammar was helpful. Liked Marge's enthusiasm for her clients and the NLA approach!" M.P. (Dec. 2022)
"Recognizing Echolalia as a form of communication. The presenter has a very calm delivery. Easy to understand. Nice video examples." J.F. (Dec. 2022)
"The levels of gestalt language acquisition & how to treat at each level was beneficial." L.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the assessment and treatment planning for GLP. And Marge’s optimism and obvious love of her clients." L.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Marge is a wonderful presenter. I loved seeing how she gets her Gestalt learners." C.V. (Dec. 2022)
"Understanding how to model language and support GLPs has been invaluable. Course had practical discussion about how to implement NLA in therapy." J.R. (Dec. 2022)
"I enjoyed the NLA transitioning to DSS and the video examples." E.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Course went through the role of echolalia in Gestalt language development. Sample videos of therapy using gestalt language models with a variety of different clients was very helpful." M.F. (Dec. 2022)
"Identifying mitigations and using concepts within this course will be helpful. And the additive concepts to support pre-sentence grammar - really helping/supporting a child at the stage 3 level." C.I. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the discussion of DST and DSS and the videos of children and of the parents." T.G. (Dec. 2022)
"Good explanation of how Gestalt Language Processors learn language differently and that echolalia is not disordered language acquisition. I liked the true examples of how gestalts are used to communicate different concepts/thoughts." C.D. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning about grammar and how to analyze appropriately. Course was easy to pace myself over time. It gave real examples. It was given from many perspectives (SLP, parents, etc.)." L.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Liked seeing demonstrations of therapy sessions as well as seeing clients who made tremendous progress. I liked the shared information and thoroughness of every guest speaker." A.S. (Nov. 2022)
"All of this information is incredibly beneficial to the children and families with whom I work. This topic is so interesting to me." D.J. (Nov. 2022)
"It validates and helps strengthen my understanding of gestalt learners." L.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Wow! There was so much information. I feel like all sections provided beneficial information for daily practice. She did a great job of having different speakers and video clips to help the 10-hour course move along and keep our interest." L.G. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked seeing Marge's wonderful therapy space." J.D. (Oct. 2022)
"Learning how to use gestalt first in therapy - I've always approached therapy from a play and sensorimotor premise. Seeing how to use gestalt to work backward to the single-word level makes complete sense now! Great videos. Marge is fun to watch and listen to." A.P. (Oct. 2022)
"Good examples and real-world cases. I liked the goals and targets for gestalt language processors." K.R. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the examples and hearing from a variety of people. And the discussion about self-regulation and how it truly affects a child's participation and language." T.N. (Oct. 2022)
"I really enjoyed all of the videos that showed NLA first-hand." S.S. (Oct. 2022)
"Liked seeing the kids developing their language, the grammar section, the importance of self regulation, and that there is no limit for language if it is useful for the child." D.C. (Oct. 2022)
"I could pace myself, one class at a time, one session at a time, go back when I felt I did not understand the concept, taking time to process and implement the information." D.C. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the client examples and references from other clinicians to their own learning through practice." S.A. (Oct. 2022)
"The course allowed me to learn at my own pace and take in information from current clients to apply. Liked the goals and how you integrate the goals into specific therapy." M.C. (Oct. 2022)
"The course was systematically presented. Learning the grammar development with respect to gestalt language processing was beneficial." A.H. (Sept. 2022)
"I loved learning more about the sensory techniques to help boost my speech sessions! Of course, learning about the gestalt language processing is why I came here too. :)" T.R. (Sept. 2022)
"It validated and put names to what I felt about working with children with autism. I have always believed in a play based language focus and I feel with all of this new research, it is validating." D.B. (Sept. 2022)
"I very much enjoyed seeing client examples and video clips of the different types of gestalts. The video examples of the clients (especially Jez and Zoe) and clinicians helped NLA and gestalt language processing come to life! Additionally, I was happy to see the information about moving away from that traditional model of therapy and moving into a more neurodiverse-affirming, child led, and affirming interests, thoughts, feelings, and echolalia as unique beautiful parts of our clients. More and more clinicians, parents, and educators need to know more about this. Accepting our kids as they are, validating their ways of thinking, feeling, and communicating is life-changing!!" J.B. (Sept. 2022)
"This course has been crucial to enhancing my therapy skills with GLPs. I liked the real life examples." B.S. (Sept. 2022)
"Best continuing ed course I've ever taken!" K.S. (Aug. 2022)
"All of the course was beneficial, and the discussion about how it's not about "correct" grammar, but self-generated grammar was meaningful. I liked the many examples as well as Marge's teaching style." K.G. (Aug. 2022)
"I work with autistic students so everything that was discussed is beneficial to my daily practice. I loved the visuals." S.H. (Aug. 2022)
"Learning to listen carefully to scripting and to read between the lines (and talk to others on the team) to figure out the meaning was beneficial for my practice." M.M. (Aug. 2022)
"The entire course was very helpful. This gave me a structure of how to educate my co-workers about gestalt language and how to describe this best to families. The course will definitely help me with better goal writing and focusing more on mitigation and stage 3, when the kids are ready. The grammar section was great - I had no idea that you can introduce verbs too early, and this will be the biggest shift in my practice." E.K. (July 2022)
"I liked that I could take the course at my own pace." M.L. (July 2022)
"Highly applicable to supporting my students." L.W. (July 2022)
"I found the information about sensory integration very important. Also the explanation of individual treatment sessions was helpful. I really liked the perspective coming from a mother. MAN, her smile could light up the world." J.R. (July 2022)
"Learning about the hidden meaning in gestalts, learning how to individualize treatment for GLPs. I like that it targets an area that I really needed to learn more about!" M.M. (July 2022)
"I feel that the bulk of my caseload consists of NLA processors and I can already see that shifting my focus of intervention is improving their willingness to engage and communicate in the context of treatment sessions." L.G. (July 2022)
"Extremely detailed and informative. I liked all of the content." D.T. (July 2022)
"This course was enriching and inspiring." R.S. (July 2022)
"Oh my goodness. ALL of it. I wish that I had this all ten years ago. I knew the term gestalt and that some kids learned language as "wholes" but I never knew what to do with that information. The DST and DSS were also new to me (or maybe long forgotten?). This is a game changer in my work with autistic students!" S.C. (June 2022)
"I loved the videos of clinicians at work with kids." K.C. (June 2022)
"The section on sensory regulation was very helpful. It was also very useful to learn a bit about how AAC can be used with GLPs. I loved how in-depth this course was. I also really appreciated all of the case studies/real-life examples." J.W. (June 2022)
"Big emphasis on relationship and connection was very well portrayed throughout." T.S. (June 2022)
"Everything was great! From the basics to the client videos and especially the parent perspective. I appreciated so much that Marge presented primarily from her speech center and not from behind a desk." S.L. (May 2022)
"I liked learning about the differences between gestalt and analytic language processors as well as employing more appropriate language strategies for gestalt language processors." S.L. (May 2022)
"I liked both the specific 'how to' of scoring the NLA and DSS, and also the more general perspective of respecting gestalt processors. The guest speakers helped break up the course." G.H. (May 2022)
"I liked the real life examples – seeing it in action is so much more beneficial than hearing what to do." K.M. (May 2022)
"I am astonished that I have been practicing for almost 25 years with this population and knew nothing about NLA. I liked Marge's easy, loving, joyful, sensory-filled approach to therapy. I began in a rehab center collaborating with OTs and PTs and have felt that it was right for my kids. I did not always get a lot of support even when that positive results were evident. Now, I have the validation and immediately added a trampoline and BIG JOE pillow to my not very big, but very fun playroom." K.K. (May 2022)
"I liked all of it, especially the information on moving into stage 3 and the grammar section with the DSS and DST." C.K. (May 2022)
"I liked the video examples and parent stories." H.J. (Apr. 2022)
"Enlightenment onto the importance of echolalia as acceptable, part of a child's development, and how vital they are for "connecting" to others. Seeing the PASSION in of all the therapists when doing their job, when connecting with their clients...the passion to succeed in communicating with ASD kiddos and adults." A.B. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the examples of how to mitigate at stage 3 - Marge's DSS chart." D.S. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the developmental sentence scoring, and the ease of access of the course. " J.C. (Mar. 2022)
"I currently have a student with Autism and he is echolalic. I now have the knowledge to teach him language." D.C. (Mar. 2022)
"I loved all of it! Especially the grammar section." J.S. (Mar. 2022)
"I currently have a student who needs to begin to move from Level 2 to Level 3. This course was very helpful in helping me plan my therapy. I liked the content because it addressed treatment and gave many examples of techniques being used. I also liked that it was recorded and that I could work at my own pace." M.C. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked how to model gestalts that can be easily mitigated to move a child from stage 1 to stage 2." K.P. (Feb. 2022)
"I appreciated the deep dives into various specific cases to see different ways GLPs can sound and different ways NLA approaches can be implemented. I love REALLY picking apart language development, and this course went full speech nerd with me." S.L. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked all of it – real life examples. It was perfect!." D.B. (Feb. 2022)
"There was soooo much in this course that will impact my practice. I am re-visiting the way I write goals for my gestalt processors and trying to follow the NLA skill progressions. It's amazing how much more engaged children are when I follow their lead and don't force artificial/unreasonable expectations (e.g., all the sentence strips). I appreciated the video examples and the parent input." D.M. (Jan. 2022)
"Level 3 of the NLA courses is a must for every SLP working with children who are gestalt language processors. Levels 1 and 2 allowed us to learn the NLA stages and guiding treatment principles. In this Level 3 course we learn how to individualize NLA intervention for specific clients with a host of differences, how and why to incorporate movement, and the power of grammar. Marge eloquently guides this course as we learn to tailor NLA intervention to meet the needs of real children and their families within meaningful and engaging contexts, ultimately fostering sincere and organic expression." C.H.
"With the background of knowing about NLA assessment and stages, the level three course gave me an understanding of how to incorporate this knowledge into treatment. I am able to set up an affirming environment for reciprocal, self-generated language without relying on frustrating techniques such as withholding items." E.F.
"Marge Blanc does it again! This course is a phenomenal in-depth deep-dive into all the areas the first two courses left you wondering about. We can truly wrap our heads around Stages 3 and 4, and it all makes so much sense! The case studies are incredible, and really help solidify and put into action all that Marge teaches. Every single pediatric SLP needs this information. It really should be required coursework in graduate school." A.Z.
Presenter: J. Scott Yaruss, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-F, F-ASHA
This course will help SLPs apply fundamental knowledge about stuttering therapy in order to reduce the adverse impact of stuttering for school-age children and adolescents. Presentation discusses treatment goals and practical therapy activities that can be applied immediately in your therapy sessions.... more+
"Ideas for specific goals and order of treatment were helpful. Easy to follow and understand." E.K. (Aug. 2024)
"The specific treatment goals and activities and progression of therapy were beneficial. Very organized and clearly presented." N.P. (Aug. 2024)
"I loved the format highlighting helpful goals and activities that support those goals. This has been the most helpful course I have ever taken in guiding me toward applying theory to therapy. Very logical, simple structure and the clear reasons for each goal and activity." H.M. (Aug. 2024)
"This presenter is amazing. He has great insight and helpful tips to incorporate into my sessions. Everything the presenter provided was very helpful and I will utilize the information in my sessions." S.H. (Jul. 2024)
"Specific ideas for treatment activities were helpful. I liked the resources provided and the description of treatment goals and activities." K.T. (Jul. 2024)
"The treatment strategies WOW! I liked all the information in this course." P.C. (Jul. 2024)
"Well-explained goals to target. Very well paced with practical info." M.K. (Jul. 2024)
"Treatment activities were helpful. I enjoyed the instructor." L.G. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked discussing that stuttering is more than just stuttering. We must look at the entire effect that stuttering has on other areas of a person who stutters in life. The presenter was knowledgeable and engaging and provided valuable information that can be implemented by clinicians immediately." L.J. (Jun. 2024)
"The principle of supporting students who stutter develop proprioceptive awareness of where tension is located in their speech mechanism and using that to engage in voluntary stuttering and help incorporate stuttering modification techniques while speaking. I loved the practicality of the course. I could use and apply all of these lessons right away with my clients." W.R. (Jun. 2024)
"I enjoyed the topics addressing bullying and education to peers. Scott Yaruss has a very easy to understand way of explaining information and really made it useful on a practical level to implement these strategies and goals." J.T. (Jun. 2024)
"I really appreciated learning about having children take on the role of being the teacher to educate parents and teachers. This presentation was presented in a really great way that was easy to follow. More importantly, it kept my attention from the beginning to the very end. The presenter is very knowledgeable in the field of stuttering." M.C. (Jun. 2024)
"The practical activities were beneficial." L.B. (Jun. 2024)
"The goals and how to address them! I enjoyed everything!" S.K. (May 2024)
"The desensitization strategies were very interesting and I think will apply to many different aspects of daily practice. I like how the strategies were broken up into their own slides." C.C. (May 2024)
"Starting points for fluency data were beneficial. I liked that I could conquer this course at my own pace." S.B. (May 2024)
"Techniques and sample goal writing were helpful. The flow of information was easy to follow and understand." D.G. (Apr. 2024)
"The concrete examples and activities were beneficial. I enjoyed discussing the way to frame stuttering for the parents." C.D. (Mar. 2024)
"All of the course was extremely helpful and very practical. I loved how organized this presentation was and how the speaker had himself in a small video on the screen with the powerpoints as well because it made it more interesting to watch and listen to. He was a very good communicator and an excellent teacher. I would have loved to have him as a professor way back when I was in school." L.C. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the discussion on managing stuttering as opposed to trying to cure it." A.L. (Feb. 2024)
"I really loved the entire course. I've been on a several-year quest to become more confident and better equipped to help my students who stutter. This reinforced for me that I'm on the right track with my methods. It highlighted the importance of spending more time on the foundational groundwork. I also loved the sections about practicing handling bullying, as well as the topics brought up about parents." V.L. (Feb. 2024)
"The activities and guidelines were practical and useful. This course really delivered in what I'm always hoping for, which is getting right to the meat and potatoes. I loved the way the instructor spoke, like he was talking to you. He was not "presenting a slide show" and reading like a robot. He was very real and honest and gave practical strategies and information that could be used immediately." V.L. (Feb. 2024)
"Helping students deal with bullying that is the result of their stuttering was a beneficial topic. The speaker was animated and seemed personable." L.G. (Feb. 2024)
"I work with school-aged students with a wide array of disorders, including fluency, therefore this course is applicable. Having the outline of possible goals for these students is very helpful in planning my approach to treatment. I liked the example of goals sections spread across each area covered." D.K. (Feb. 2024)
"Scott's continued repetition of the importance of desensitization and helping the student to become accountable to self - not to do what parents or teachers think is best for the student was beneficial. Wonderful practical examples of how to implement strategies. I liked the goals written that reflect current IEP standards." T.A. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing fluency treatment was beneficial. The presenter was very knowledgeable." A.W. (Jan. 2024)
"Desensitization was a helpful topic. I liked the presenter." S.S. (Jan. 2024)
"The topic that I found most helpful was why we practice the pseudostutter. Learning about how to desensitize stuttering really helped me understand why it's important. I like how in-depth this training goes with examples and reasoning behind why and how we approach the strategies. It's important to know that we can't only focus on the strategies, but stuttering as a whole." S.R. (Jan. 2024)
"The presenter was awesome, very knowledgeable, and had excellent ideas on what to do for dysfluency." K.S. (Jan. 2024)
"All of the course was beneficial. The teacher was very informative and kind." T.S. (Jan. 2024)
"The treatment strategies to use during my therapy sessions were helpful. I enjoyed the layout of the information with the goal, treatment strategies, and then explanation for each." H.R. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the discussion of desensitization being the foundation of everything." C.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial discussion that fluency is not the main focus of therapy, but more emphasis should be placed on being a good communicator. Excellent handout and manner in which the information was presented." S.F. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the discussion on how to explain stuttering to a client. This course was practical and easy to understand." M.D. (Dec. 2023)
"Simple strategies and practices. Beneficial discussion of treating each individual, not same for every student that stutters." E.B. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed the high level of knowledge of the presenter. Desensitization and awareness were beneficial to discuss." S.S. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the idea of foundational teaching at the beginning of treatment, especially the speech machine concept. Loved the presenter's way of teaching! Very easy to follow and excellent information!" A.Y. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial topics included describing stuttering, treatment activities, and stuttering vs. fluency. I liked how engaged and interested the speaker was on this topic. It made it easier to listen to the course!" M.E. (Dec. 2023)
"Dr. Yaruss is an engaging speaker. I enjoyed the clarity and comprehensiveness of the presentation. ICF approach; the concept of making talking easier rather than maximizing fluency." A.D. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the presenter's attitude and openness." K.S. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked that this was geared towards the school-age population. I very much enjoyed the materials and presentation." T.D. (Dec. 2023)
"LOTS of practical activities laid out in a methodical manner. My big take away was to be methodical in working through the 10 goals and not to jump around; that the student needs a solid foundation in order to achieve some generalization." C.H. (Nov. 2023)
"I have several students who stutter on my caseload currently, and this course has helped me to reframe my thinking on how best to support them during therapy sessions, and also how to select goals/topics to discuss to help them learn more about their speech. The presenter was conversational and provided many great examples and analogies that I feel I can use with my students to help connect with them and support their journey to making speech easier." R.S. (Nov. 2023)
"This course was super informative, and the speaker was highly knowledgeable." M.M. (Nov. 2023)
"One of the best online courses I've ever taken. Love the goal writing tips, the activities, all of it. The speaker is engaging and easy to listen to. He doesn't sound like he's just reading an outline or a script." A.J. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked that the presenter views this therapy as speaking more easily and not improving fluency or decreasing stuttering. I liked the discussion of techniques to address the bigger picture, and I like that I learned things I can directly include in my therapy." K.W. (Nov. 2023)
"Goals, treatment activities, & parent/teacher advice. I liked this approach being child/student-led and viewing it through the lens of trying to have effective communication as the overall goal, as opposed to decreasing stuttering events/increasing fluency." M.S. (Nov. 2023)
"How to write relevant goals. Teaching the speech mechanism to the point that the child could teach others. Keeping us up-to-date on things that have changed." S.L. (Nov. 2023)
"Great instruction on actual therapy activities and how/when to do them. SO much useful information." M.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Dr. Yaruss is a charismatic teacher. I liked the updated research." J.P. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the treatment goals that were reviewed. The presenter was very clear with his course objectives." R.A. (Nov. 2023)
"The information presented by Dr. Yaruss is so extremely useable and relatable to me as a school-based SLP. His techniques and strategies are ones I can take into the therapy room tomorrow! Discussing the importance of teaching desensitization to stuttering throughout the treatment process and what effects this has on a child who stutters was beneficial." W.H. (Oct. 2023)
"The presenter was very knowledgeable and easy to listen to. Staying on the foundation of stuttering was beneficial, i.e., how they stutter, before going on to fluency techniques." A.S. (Oct. 2023)
"The goals and parent/family involvement tips were beneficial. I liked the course format, tips, ease and convenience." T.W. (Sep. 2023)
"Enjoyed the goals and activities. And the specific interventions." S.C. (Sep. 2023)
"Learning the step by step process for addressing stuttering and all components was helpful. I liked that this course did not focus just on techniques and addressed the ICF model, acknowledging that we aren't going to CURE stuttering, but how we can really help!" K.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Knowing how important it is for students to understand the "speech machine" as well as supporting them socially and pragmatically especially bullying. Dr. Yaruss was such a wonderful presenter. I really enjoyed learning from him, not only the content of the topic, but also the way he presented." M.M. (Sep. 2023)
"The presenter was passionate about helping students who stutter. It was beneficial to discuss letting the student be the teacher of parents, teachers, and bullies...with the aid of therapist and other school staff." A.B. (Aug. 2023)
"Good information and easy to listen to." J.B. (Aug. 2023)
"Very detailed presentation with lots of examples, like having children write a letter to their teacher, dealing with bullying in an efficient way." A.R. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the activities outlined throughout this course. The examples/analogies provided will be very useful in my future practice." G.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the explanation of the therapy techniques and the goals provided." T.G. (Aug. 2023)
"How to address bullying and how to work on de-sensitization were beneficial topics. I liked the presenter's explanation of the big picture of stuttering." M.K. (Jul. 2023)
"Very practical! Clearly, the presenter enjoys his work and wants to help other SLPs to feel comfortable with working with individuals who stutter. I love the idea of having the individual reenact the therapy session every session! I can see multiple benefits of that - family/significant other education and support, ownership of their stuttering treatment, reinforcement, and practice of what was learned." S.P. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the explanation of the stuttering modification techniques and how they are related, and sometimes the same as fluency enhancing. I liked the activities and goals provided. I have a couple students who stutter and this progression will be helpful for them. I liked how this course addressed the parents and teachers acceptance and knowledge of stuttering as it is difficult to find time to contact them." M.E. (Jul. 2023)
"There were a variety of activities for me to use with students of all ages, and I appreciated the information regarding talking to parents as well as the strategies to deal with bullying. I have used "speech machine" discussion and pictures but will have students draw their own, reducing the use of word "fluency" and instead talk about the ease of fluency. I also will use the strategy of "teach the teacher." L.H. (Jul. 2023)
"The order of goals was beneficial, and I liked the exact goal list and rationale." N.G. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of timing and tension along with desensitization. Dr. Yaruss had an easy to listen to way of presenting the information. He clearly shows that he enjoys working with individuals who stutter and conveys this in such a way that makes the clinician more confident on taking on individuals who stutter." E.V. (Jun. 2023)
"ALL OF IT! Knowing why and how to use these goals is extremely helpful in understanding the goals set by the SLPs that I work with (I'm a Communicative Disorders Assistant). I liked how useful and practical all of the information is." L.C. (Jun. 2023)
"Engaging speaker. I liked the parent engagement and having the student teach the parents." N.V. (Jun. 2023)
"This course was clear, with written goals and great examples. The discussion around desensitization was very interesting. I will use this with my clients." L.S. (Jun. 2023)
"Writing appropriate goals and examples were beneficial. The presenter was clear and easy to follow. His slides are fantastic and will help me remember key points in the future." K.T. (Jun. 2023)
"Engaging, knowledgeable speaker and valuable information. Interesting format and discussion about working on the entire stuttering experience and not just enhancing fluency." P.S. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked that all the techniques and approaches provided were practical. It was beneficial discussing what to prioritize when beginning stuttering therapy (i.e. desensitization)." A.M. (Jun. 2023)
"The presenter was knowledgeable and easy to listen to! I liked the discussion related to the fact that techniques are hard to use and they will most likely not ever become fully automatic. It is up to the child to decide what is best for them (balance of stuttering versus managing the stuttering)." K.P. (May 2023)
"Very practical and informative course. I liked the focus on communicating effectively vs. fluency rate." L.S. (May 2023)
"So practical, so informative, so relatable, and doable! Discussing timing and tension and teaching students what they do in a moment of stuttering was all beneficial." R.R. (May 2023)
"I love how Dr. Yaruss supports the child and recognizes that there is no cure for stuttering. He helps the child learn to accept and how to cope with their stuttering. I loved actually seeing Dr. Yaruss as the slides were presented. It was more captivating! He had a nice pace, nice inflection that kept the participant engaged." H.O. (May 2023)
"The specific goals were very helpful. Learning how to teach kids about their "speech machine" I think will be very helpful. Course was very informational and easy to follow." R.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Loved the treatment activities." J.V. (Feb. 2023)
"Instructor is great!" C.B. (Feb. 2023)
"Well-rounded approach to helping kids who stutter. Information that I can use in therapy." L.S. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the strategies to work on stuttering." Z.R. (Feb. 2023)
"Practical instructional activities. A good reminder about the foundation of speech production." K.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Presentation was excellent. Acceptance of stuttering for children and for families." S.H. (Feb. 2023)
"The content is directly applicable." A.R. (Feb. 2023)
"The incorporation of research-based practices, how our profession has evolved in terms of how we view and approach stuttering therapy, theoretical considerations, as well as the immediate practical examples to use in therapy sessions. I liked the formatting, pacing, and real-world examples." A.P. (Jan. 2023)
"Dr. Yaruss was a very captivating presenter, one where the listener could feel his love and passion for the world of stuttering." A.P. (Jan. 2023)
"Dr. Yaruss' approach to driving an initial understanding of the speech mechanism, where tension is felt/placed, and how to release it is a refreshing and pertinent way of approaching this type of therapy with my weekly clients. I liked the self-paced nature and the conversational, yet informative, delivery of information." S.G. (Jan. 2023)
"Wow, this is one of the most practical and informative courses I have ever taken! I really appreciate the advice on how to talk to parents about their child's stuttering. The activities and the goals are so useful too. I love the idea of the speech notebook and the client teaching his parents what was covered in therapy." J.T. (Jan. 2023)
"This course built upon my foundational knowledge of stuttering and stuttering therapy, and I thought the information was very straightforward and 100% applicable. I had many "ah-ha" moments because the information went into depth about the why and how to target these areas. I really loved this course and am so thankful I took it!" N.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Demonstration of therapy activities were beneficial. Clear and concise with plenty of examples." B.J. (Jan. 2023)
"Comprehensive goals rather than the focus on fluency enhancing techniques only. Thorough, organized, easy to listen to course." E.A. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the focus on the overall aspects of speech. Course was easy to understand." N.C. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of building the foundation of understanding the speech mechanism and spending more time on this so the child truly understands the WHY so they can then apply it to HOW to change their speech mechanism." N.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Techniques and strategies that assist in helping children during daily activities/tasks. Recent and up to date research on stuttering." L.E. (Dec. 2022)
"Very organized and great examples and thorough explanation of topics. Helping parents and teachers to understand stuttering was helpful." K.P. (Dec. 2022)
"I love the comprehensive approach to stuttering. It's just as important to address the negative reactions and focus on what each student is experiencing. It was comforting to know this may take several weeks to accomplish and not to move on until the student has a solid foundation." C.B. (Dec. 2022)
"I appreciated that instead of focusing on theory, Dr. Yaruss gave practical applications of how to incorporate specific activities into daily therapy." J.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked how the course addressed the whole stuttering experience and emphasized making communication more comfortable for the child. I felt empowered to discuss improved overall communication and daily functioning with parents rather than focusing on improved fluency." J.M. (Dec. 2022)
"The strategies for Timing and Tension will help me tremendously in my daily practice. How to teach desensitization will also help me in my daily practice. I like how I can help empower children to empower themselves and to be more accepting of their stuttering." W.J. (Dec. 2022)
"Easy to follow along. I liked the goal creation and sample activities." L.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning how to deal with the student's teachers and also bullying." E.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Presenting information for parents & teachers and understanding the child’s role in these opportunities for carryover of learned strategies was beneficial. I liked the outline of goals and how to recognize each child’s goals differently." H.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Course was comprehensive. I liked how he spoke about the speech machine and the different activities." L.G. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the therapy topics and the breadth of speaker's knowledge on this topic." V.J. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the discussion of reducing the student's stress about stuttering. The goals and activities were provided in a clear and concise manner." C.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Everything was beneficial. I liked the presenter's communication style. Everything flowed really well and was easy to understand." J.L. (Dec. 2022)
"I really found the format helpful. I appreciated how he shaped the presentation using therapy goals and how it also then easily translated into what I can do during therapy sessions to help my students. I loved the real examples with the wording of potential goal ideas." L.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Presented by a professional who truly is in tune with successful stuttering techniques and manners of students." D.M. (Dec. 2022)
"This course taught kids about the speech machine. It was engaging and very interesting, I liked how it gave practical activities to do." W.G. (Dec. 2022)
"Presented in an easy-to-understand format. Practical ideas for goals and activities that can immediately be used within therapy sessions." M.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Liked the specific treatment strategies for older children who stutter. I enjoyed the presenter's speaking style, perspective on stuttering, and depth of knowledge." J.G. (Nov. 2022)
"All of this course was awesome!! The format of the powerpoint presentation was easy to follow. The instructor did not jump around and stayed with the topic at hand." M.R. (Nov. 2022)
"I found the discussion on therapy techniques to be most beneficial. I thought the presenter was particularly excellent at his craft. He was able to inform & instruct the audience accurately regarding practical activities used to engage school-age students in Stuttering Therapy, all while demonstrating how each activity was conducted." C.F. (Nov. 2022)
"I love that course explored the complete experience of stuttering and that stuttering is more than just stuttering. I learned that each child is different and goals are based on what is most important to the person that stutters." T.O. (Nov. 2022)
"I found all the information valuable! After watching this course, it became clear to me that I need to spend more time on this aspect. I also liked the portion about bullying and being proactive rather than reactive around that piece!" T.T. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the discussion of timing and tension as the simple basis for all fluency shaping techniques. I also liked the discussion about trade-offs between easy speech techniques (reducing tension and time pressure) and naturalism/automaticity and the clear discussion of this and that, no, a person who stutters won't be aiming to use these techniques all the time." R.M. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the ten treatment goals and then 27 activities, the knowledge the speaker brings to the course, and the way he helps SLPs feel more confident. I have heard this presenter many times in person and online and he just gets better and better!" J.D. (Oct. 2022)
"Presenter was highly knowledgeable, interesting, and easy to listen to - excellent use of examples." L.P. (Oct. 2022)
"So helpful to have activities to use immediately! One of the best and most useful courses! I have completed his previous two courses and this is perfect to go along with them!" J.H. (Oct. 2022)
"Specific goals and activity ideas." H.W. (Oct. 2022)
"It was very informative to use for school-age children. Learning the different goals and how to start." M.C. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the flow of goals/therapy sessions and the variety of activities to address each goal." H.S. (Oct. 2022)
"The topic was very relevant to my current caseload and provided some great information. Dr. Yaruss is a wonderful, engaging speaker." N.S. (Oct. 2022)
"It was very informative and helpful. Great ideas, easy to access." D.P. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the handouts and activities - ways of desensitizing my clients." L.G. (Sept. 2022)
"Language was simple, personable, easy to understand, easy to listen to. I also appreciated that the post test tested general understanding." K.B. (Sept. 2022)
"It was very comprehensive to my learning and stuttering therapy that I provide. It offered helpful review of the techniques implemented even before the use of the strategies begin." K.P.-P. (Sept. 2022)
"I loved the entire session." P.H. (Sept. 2022)
"Laying a good, solid foundation to understanding the speech anatomy as well as exploring the student's method of stuttering so that we can reduce the discomfort they are feeling and then find a strategy to help them stutter more easily was nice to learn. Dr. Yaruss is so interesting and engaging. I've heard him speak both in person and online and they are equally good because he knows the material so well." E.P. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the style and organization of presenter." A.T. (Aug. 2022)
"I like that you could see the speaker! He was very enthusiastic." J.A. (Aug. 2022)
"I really enjoyed learning about building a foundation of knowledge about stuttering and also educating teachers about stuttering. I also enjoyed the presenter's style as well as the visual handout." C.D. (Aug. 2022)
"The course was very organized! Good goals and activity ideas." M.H. (Aug. 2022)
"I am spending a lot more time on all aspects of "Learning about stuttering" - especially the importance of the student truly understanding the speech mechanism and how it works! This course was EXCELLLENT! Dr. Yaruss is able to explain information in a format that is easy to understand and utilize. His procedures for treatment activities were invaluable for the goal areas he addressed!" T.A. (Aug. 2022)
"I loved the whole idea of treating the whole child. I do this naturally and I felt better about what I am doing." A.D. (Aug. 2022)
"Importance of learning about the speech mechanism and ways to teach that, methods for teaching changes to tension and timing, and the importance of addressing bullying before it is ever a problem, if possible." T.T. (Aug. 2022)
"All of it! Loved the in-depth discussions on timing and tension, desensitization, and bullying. Excellent, practical information that truly makes sense. I loved the practical, up-to-date advice and activities. Having left graduate school nearly 30 years, ago, I really needed this course to reinforce current thinking and methodologies on stuttering." B.J. (Aug. 2022)
"I needed to hear Scott Yaruss say how important teaching the student to understand what parts of his body feels tension and learn to recognize where the tension is. I like that Scott recommended spending a lot of time on this foundation teaching about the speech machine and learning to notice tension. I also like that the goal in therapy is not to speak fluently, but to speak more easily. Excellent information. The very specific examples provided and discussed were exceptionally informative and I liked seeing the information that was written with objectives and goals displayed. I'm a visual learner. Thank you for this excellent information. I wish I could download the entire list of goals and activities." L.B. (Aug. 2022)
"Very knowledgeable presenter with a wealth of practical strategies and insights." P.A. (Aug. 2022)
"The acceptance by teachers and parents and the idea that we should not think of achieving fluency, just speaking more easily. Dr. Yaruss was excellent, both in his knowledge of the topic and his presentation of the information. He was very organized and the presentation was easy to follow." M.C. (July 2022)
"Excellent presentation. So many things I thought were true based on old information from our field were clearly now false! I learned so much, and I look forward to visiting Stuttering Therapy Resources. Organized presentation, gave example goals and techniques. Presented the WHY'S to his suggestions and was detailed in a way that I can immediately put his suggestions to use in my practice. Thank you so much!" J.B. (July 2022)
"The presenter was clear and concise." K.N. (July 2022)
"The specific goal examples were helpful, and having specific and practical information about activities to do with a student who stutters was so clear and will be easy to implement in my therapy practices. Scott is so practical, organized, engaging, and thorough in his presentations. He is easy to listen to and I never look at the clock and think when is the course going to be over!" C.H. (July 2022)
"Building individual hierarchies with the students was beneficial for my practice. Material was covered well." S.S. (July 2022)
"This was the single most beneficial course I've taken in any area of practice since I graduated 25 years ago! Very important material presented extremely well. Applicable and impactful. I will recommend to all my colleagues." J.R. (July 2022)
"This course was great! I appreciate courses that focus on how to do things in practice. This course provided practical strategies and goals, along with when to utilize them." L.P. (July 2022)
"I felt the presenter was highly knowledgeable, likeable, and easy to listen to. The material was presented beautifully, but most importantly, the content was extremely important and hopefully will be widely implemented by SLPs." J.R. (July 2022)
"Lots of ideas to put in place for therapy." K.W. (June 2022)
"I liked that it included actual activities to use in sessions! And I could stop and start at all times and the program picks up again where I left off." M.H. (June 2022)
"I liked the practical strategies to use in therapy sessions, and learning how the approach to therapy has changed over the years." L.P. (June 2022)
"I loved all of the content! How to address teaching parents about stuttering was beneficial for my daily practice. Course was a good reminder of what I should be working on to treat the entire disorder, not just the disfluencies." T.N. (June 2022)
"I liked the activities and information, and the 'how' and 'why' to use them. All activities were discussed in depth." J.M. (June 2022)
"This was such an excellent presentation on stuttering!! Take this course, and you will learn so many things that you can use as a school-based SLP!" G.J. (May 2022)
Presenter: Adina Soclof, MS, CCC-SLP
An increasing number of children have difficulty coping with 21st century everyday life. This course provides a working definition of resilience and descriptions of the characteristics that may be associated with better outcomes for children who confront adversity in their lives. It also identifies particular groups of children – most notably those with developmental challenges and learning disabilities – who are most likely to benefit from resilience training.... more+
"How to work on problem-solving was a helpful topic. I enjoyed the section on resiliency." E.T. (Jun. 2024)
"The specific ways to incorporate the information into therapy were helpful. Showed me why some of my games and activities are beneficial and can be used in different situations." D.V. (May. 2024)
"I thought the mind map and the direct quotes to use for perseverance were helpful. I think these examples are useful to share with classroom teachers. I liked the direct quotes/scripts for teaching different levels of resiliency and some of the tables and charts (i.e. intelligence area and relevance to society, teaching risk taking)." M.E. (Apr. 2024)
"I was very interested in how I could build stronger resilience in my students, and this course helped me understand many different ways to accomplish this. I liked the presenter's practical ideas to enhance the different areas of resilience with young students/children. I also liked that she presented research to support and enhance her approach to developing all the different aspects of a student's resilience. The discussion on self-efficacy was particularly insightful." C.F. (Mar. 2024)
"Mind Maps and role-playing were helpful topics. The course gave a lot of hands on and realistic advise and strategies." A.P. (Mar. 2024)
"The topic of giving choices was beneficial. I liked the examples." J.M. (Jan. 2024)
"The discussion on letting children struggle instead of jumping in immediately to help solve a problem was beneficial. I love that resilience can be taught even to those who struggle." M.C. (Dec. 2023)
"All of this course was helpful! Well organized, easy to follow. Excellent examples!" M.L. (Dec. 2023)
"The Mind Map was a beneficial topic. The presenter's slides were excellent!" M.S. (Dec. 2023)
"It was interesting that a resilient mindset can be taught, that it just isn't genetic or the result of a privileged childhood. I liked that the presenter mentioned the Help 4 workbook for problem-solving activities, which I hadn't looked at lately." H.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Learned how I can empower children to do for themselves by teaching them to be resilient. This was a great companion course to Developing a Growth Mindset." S.B. (Nov. 2023)
"This course was easy to follow, with lots of good examples, and well organized. Discussing the seven core competencies was beneficial." J.D. (Nov. 2023)
"I loved the inside-outside feelings. I liked the reminder to ask more questions - I get stuck on my direct instruction sometimes!" C.M. (Oct. 2023)
"Practical, functional, positive. I liked it all." S.C. (Oct. 2023)
"The presenter was engaging and practical." M.A. (Aug. 2023)
"Provided useful information I can use on a daily basis. I liked I could complete the course at my own pace, and the discussion that it is okay to make mistakes and learn from them." C.T. (Jun. 2023)
"Appreciated the presenter's enthusiasm for helping children build resilience in meaningful interactions both in therapeutic interactions as well as those with peers and adults. I liked the clear presentation with specific examples and summation at the end of each section." J.H. (May 2023)
"All content was beneficial. Can be applied to daily life as well. Love the resources. Thank you." J.E. (May 2023)
"Good presentation. I liked the section on self-efficacy." B.C. (Feb. 2023)
"This is empowering to students. We learned growth mindset and zones of regulations in our elementary school and this course re-enforces that." B.S. (Feb. 2023)
"I enjoyed the practicality of this course and how it can be used across many populations and age groups. The presenter is fun to listen to and easy to understand." A.D. (Jan. 2023)
"Excellent ideas for all children. I liked the Mind Maps." E.S. (Dec. 2022)
"This was the first course I have taken that discussed the importance of building up the emotional/mental resilience in clients. I thought course was excellent!" A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Interesting and relevant to work and real life. Encouraging a positive attitude about challenges being a growth opportunity." M.R. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning that resilience can be taught. The 7 core competencies were clear." P.A. (Nov. 2022)
"The subject matter was different than typical continuing education courses I have taken, and it is an area of great need in many students in my school. I appreciated the examples and information provided in each competency area." N.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Good organization. I liked the examples of how I can help children with their frustrations." C.K. (Nov. 2022)
"Easy to follow, great presenter." M.W. (Nov. 2022)
"There were many examples. I liked the mind map." A.R. (Oct. 2022)
"Learning ways to incorporate the teaching of resilience in therapy sessions was beneficial." M.M. (Oct. 2022)
"The course is user friendly and the presenter was engaging." S.D. (Oct. 2022)
"The speaker was very good at giving examples which can be used in therapy or the home or when talking to parents. It was really good to be able to see the speaker." C.H. (Oct. 2022)
"Very informative course. I liked all of the presentation." B.M. (Sept. 2022)
"I learned better ways to approach children that I work with who have the cognitive capacity to comprehend and/or discuss messages that promote resilience." K.S. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the overall conversational topic." K.S. (Aug. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." S.Z. (Aug. 2022)
"The flow of the course was excellent!" H.T. (July 2022)
"I liked the strategies to promote optimistic thinking in children. I liked going through the different core competencies and teaching of strategies." L.G. (June 2022)
"It touches upon a vital role that we as clinicians can play in the lives of children and it is helpful to have a framework for being able to contribute to this." G.R. (May 2022)
"I liked EVERYTHING! Everyone needs this course! Very practical information." L.A. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the practical nature of helping a child build these skills while simultaneously building up language." S.B. (Feb. 2022)
"I like that these skills can be learned. This is empowering to children." S.J. (Feb. 2022)
"The idea of looking at mistakes as opportunities to learn as well as helping kids walk through the steps of figuring out solutions. We can talk through cool thoughts and hot thoughts to build impulse control by helping kids build their awareness." S.B. (Feb. 2022)
"Take this course! As a school based SLP for over 30 years, this is one of the most relevant and practical courses I have taken. You can apply this information to ALL of your students!" G.J. (Dec. 2021)
Presenter: Adina Soclof, MS, CCC-SLP
This course describes various challenges that can sidetrack children in their developmental and educational processes, leaving them with a sense of discouragement and helplessness. Participants in this course will learn strategies to help children become aware of and use their own strengths to develop a growth mindset and overcome academic challenges.... more+
"The difference between evaluative praise and descriptive praise was beneficial to discuss. I learned that having a growth mindset will lead to more learning and success and a lot less discouragement and giving up!" A.C. (Jul. 2024)
"There were a multitude of takeaways from this course. I appreciate the thought of "rethinking our values" and transitioning to a language structure that builds the core values of optimism, resilience, perseverance, and social intelligence. I thought the presenter was well organized, created an enthusiastic presentation, and provided a wide array of resources to be used in multiple settings." M.C. (Jun. 2024)
"The specific ways/examples to encourage a growth mindset were helpful. I liked the real-world examples given by the lecturer." S.R. (Jun. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss managing feelings of helpful or unhelpful thoughts. I can apply this immediately to students who speak unhelpful thoughts in therapy. I liked all of the examples and scripts that were provided. An incredible amount of information in this presentation." A.E. (Mar. 2024)
"I like how she gave suggestions for more appropriate ways to praise students. Examples given." B.S. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the use of praising strategies, avoiding evaluative praise. The section on emotional regulation was very helpful." F.T. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing emotional regulation was beneficial." A.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Great course for not only my students but my own kids. I loved the example of the brain as a muscle...I used this already and loved the other examples." M.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The most beneficial information provided to implement in daily practice was the types of praise you can give. The best thing I liked about this course was learning about growth and fixed mindset as well as implementation in daily practice." L.E. (Dec. 2023)
"The examples of evaluative praise were helpful. I liked the video examples." J.F. (Nov. 2023)
"Moving away from evaluative praise and instead describing the effort, describing what I see was beneficial. I liked the video examples of therapists and classrooms teaching with a growth mindset." S.B. (Nov. 2023)
"I enjoyed the examples of growth mindset techniques. I liked the Stroop video test." A.F. (Nov. 2023)
"Every bit of this course was beneficial. The clients I see present with all of the characteristics Ms. Soclof mentioned, with the older kids often afraid to make a social mistake. I liked the broadening of examples given in the slides." P.H. (Oct. 2023)
"Behavior management techniques were beneficial. I liked the specific examples given." E.D. (Aug. 2023)
"Presenter is engaging and practical." M.A. (Jul. 2023)
"All of it was beneficial. The sections on mistakes and emotional regulation were most pertinent to my work and home-life. I liked all of the examples, strategies, and additional resources provided." L.W. (Jun. 2023)
"Very practical and ready to use information. Section on praise and growth mindset was beneficial." J.D. (Feb. 2023)
"The ideas for shifting language and self-talk from a negative attitude to positive action were helpful. And to be very specific and descriptive with praise." S.P. (Feb. 2023)
"I loved all of this!" R.J. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the approaches to praise. The course was easy to follow." H.M. (Dec. 2022)
"The presenter provided excellent examples and offered simple activities that can be used in the therapy setting. Learning strategies to help discouraged students to view their "mistakes" as opportunities to learn and grow their brains was beneficial." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked all of it, especially how to appropriately praise." O.D. (Dec. 2022)
"Liked the instructor’s enthusiasm regarding the topic. Appreciated the real world examples." L.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Understanding what mindset I bring to therapy sessions and how to use the growth mindset during therapy sessions was beneficial." L.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the examples provided and ease of understanding presenter. And activities and books I can use to teach about the brain." M.E. (Nov. 2022)
"How to encourage a growth mindset and learning effective ways to praise are beneficial to my daily practice." M.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Course provided a nice selection of strategies to promote executive functioning skills, praising effectively, and I enjoyed the videos used in the session." S.D. (Nov. 2022)
"I like the convenience to study and review at my own leisure." H.L. (Nov. 2022)
"The strategies in this course are helpful for speech therapy, and also for parenting and life in general. I liked all the specific examples provided." R.W. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked that the course information was paired with the online presentation. And learning to give more specific praise, and not evaluative." K.F. (Oct. 2022)
"It was interesting, applicable, and easy to follow along! Good use of expressions to promote a Growth Mindset." S.D. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the videos by Carol Dweck showing how Growth Mindset is used within the classroom. I also liked the books on how the brain is like a muscle." E.P. (Sept. 2022)
"Learning Growth Mindset statements to use with my students every day rather than general statements such as "good job," which are non-specific." E.P. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the examples of feedback." A.T. (Aug. 2022)
"Easy to follow and liked that I could complete it on my own schedule. Learning growth mindset and how it affects children’s view in learning. Also, how important descriptive praise is and the outcomes it has on children." C.T. (Aug. 2022)
"The use of language to reinforce the idea that mistakes are an important part of the learning process was beneficial to my practice. The approach was friendly and not so technical that I couldn't absorb it. Lots of examples to reinforce course objectives." A.H. (July 2022)
"Easy to follow with lots of examples. The Growth Mindset tools were great!" C.P. (July 2022)
"The examples of analogies to help students understand the process of learning and how new learning can challenge and grow our brains was good." M.H. (May 2022)
"I liked the hands-on activities that were shown and described in detail, and the books listed to help children learn about the brain." A.A. (May 2022)
"I always like ideas I can use immediately. The script to problem solving during a reading comprehension task is something I can use right away when working on inferencing." K.C. (Apr. 2022)
"I often work on problem solving with students, so I found a lot of the information helpful for solving social problems as well as ways to target negative thoughts and teaching students how emotional regulation helps them learn more easily." K.C. (Apr. 2022)
"This course is so timely and relevant to meeting the needs of today's youth, particularly after all the time spent in eLearning these past couple of years. I appreciate the specific examples given throughout the presentation, as growth mindset feedback is so different than what many of us automatically use." R.G. (Jan. 2022)
Presenter: Adina Soclof, MS, CCC-SLP
This course will teach clinicians and parents effective communication and conversational skills to use in the classroom, in one-on-one situations, and at home with children and their families. Course participants will learn strategies for addressing children’s negative feelings, reducing frustration and power struggles, managing meltdowns, encouraging cooperation, improving motivation, building self-esteem and more... more+
"Plenty of examples." M.S. (Aug. 2024)
"Ways of communicating positively were helpful. I liked the examples." K.W. (Jul. 2024)
"The presenter offered multiple topics that will be useful in daily practice. She did an excellent job of providing a framework for the discussion categories and concrete examples to promote generalization. I found takeaways throughout her presentation, and have a list of resources to follow through with for my caseload. The presenter was well organized, well-spoken, and was consistently able to convey her intended message. It was clear that she spent quite a bit of time putting together a presentation that would provide not only theoretical background, but also a large range of practical examples to promote generalization." M.C. (Jun. 2024)
"Positive statements to utilize during sessions. The course was very positive in nature." T.T. (Feb. 2024)
"This course had good examples and lots of practical application." C.S. (Jan. 2024)
"It was beneficial learning additional empathetic responses and differentiating between evaluative praise and descriptive praise. The examples (visuals) were very helpful. Well organized, easy to follow." M.L. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing ways to engage children in cooperation and communication techniques that are effective were beneficial. I liked the 6 empathy skills." L.E. (Dec. 2023)
"Ways to deliver descriptive praise instead of evaluative praise were helpful. I liked the many examples the presenter gave to illustrate concepts." R.P. (Dec. 2023)
"The suggestions on how to build empathy I found to be most beneficial for teachers/therapists working with all children. Acknowledging a student's feelings is critical in all relationships. I believe all people can use the concepts promoted in this course as they interact & communicate with others. We all need to acknowledge other's emotional responses/behaviors and demonstrate empathy when effectively communicating with others." C.F. (Nov. 2023)
"Learning how to communicate more effectively with children and diffuse meltdowns by mirroring or reflecting their feelings with the use of empathy (as opposed to denying their feelings), the importance of giving people eye contact and full attention (really listening), evaluative praise versus descriptive praise, and how to give negative behaviors positive labels were all beneficial. I enjoyed all of the concrete examples." A.C. (Nov. 2023)
"All of this was beneficial. I loved the variety of ways and phrasing to provide praise and correct behavior. Loved having a video of the speaker in addition to slides. When there is a video of the speaker, I am much more engaged and focused." A.M. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of using positive words and finding ways to compliment the student." C.M. (Nov. 2023)
"The entire course was very interesting. Most beneficial for me was related to how to achieve listening and cooperation during therapy activities." R.P. (Oct. 2023)
"This course was practical. I liked the organized list of ways to encourage cooperation during sessions." P.H. (Sep. 2023)
"The topic on dealing with the emotions of clients, especially those who are non-verbal, was beneficial. I liked the therapy ideas I can incorporate into my lessons i.e. color stations. Also how to encourage improved understanding and listening skills." R.F. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the speaker's style of presenting the information. Managing negative feelings was a beneficial topic." C.C. (Jul. 2023)
"Learning different kinds of praises was beneficial. Love descriptive praise." M.R. (Jun. 2023)
"The entire course was excellent. I found the section on evaluative vs descriptive praise and ways to reframe behavior with a positive word to be very beneficial. We often quickly go to "good job" as therapists and there are better ways." D.B. (May 2023)
"This course was very engaging. The examples were excellent and really helped me to process the information." D.B. (May 2023)
"I loved learning about evaluative versus descriptive praise. I often give evaluative praise reflexively (I think that our society uses this a lot because we are taught that this is how we should 'be nice' to others!) However, I noticed that this praise does make kids feel uncomfortable and I wanted a good alternative for that." C.P. (May 2023)
"I liked a lot about this course. The information was helpful and applicable within various situations. The pacing was great! I also enjoyed the anecdotal components to help connect the lessons to interpersonal relationships." C.P. (May 2023)
"Learning the importance of ensuring that our communication with children is neutral and non-confrontational. I enjoyed learning about effective communication techniques such as describing the problem, giving information, giving choices, using “I” statements, using “when/then” instead of “if/then,” and using gentle persuasion. I liked how the presenter explained every topic, and she provided excellent information in an easy-to-understand way." L.R. (May 2023)
"I especially liked the emphasis on empathy as a starting point for behavior management. Secondarily, I liked the notion of seeing all behaviors in a positive light. The list of positive labels to use for talking about children was excellent - I now have it posted over my desk for my own reference, and I plan to share it with teachers, other therapists, and parents." D.D. (Mar. 2023)
"The presenter was easy to listen to. What I found most helpful was evaluative vs descriptive praise, which will be a game-changer in my future therapy sessions. Thank you!!" E.M. (Feb. 2023)
"All of the information was presented in an organized manner. I liked the organization and examples." S.A. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning evaluative vs. descriptive praise. This course had useful and practical information with good examples of how to implement strategies." M.L. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning how to teach empathic language to parents was beneficial." M.D. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the list of positive labels for everyday behaviors. It was obvious that the lecturer has been in the field. She used both her past students' and her own children's behaviors as examples." C.D. (Dec. 2022)
"Engaging speaker. Learning distinction between evaluative praise and descriptive praise was beneficial." K.F. (Dec. 2022)
"I thought all of the examples were very helpful for making the material useful immediately in the therapy setting. Replacing negative descriptors for positive descriptors of a child's less desirable behavior is a very helpful strategy." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Course was well organized and relatable. Turning a negative attribute into something positive." S.C. (Dec. 2022)
"The strategies and examples were great. This course was informative." K.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Presenter went through alternative language suggestions for when we interact with children. I liked the suggestions to help parents deal with their child's behavior." M.G. (Dec. 2022)
"This course gave lots of information about addressing children with empathy. It was a great reminder of how to best meet the needs of the diverse group of students that I see for therapy." M.C. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the presenter's delivery - very conversational. And learning the different types of praises." J.N. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning how evaluative praise leads to creating dependency on approval by others. Good tips for better ways to positively label negative behaviors." L.L. (Nov. 2022)
"The presenter was very organized and it was obvious that she loves her work." L.R. (Nov. 2022)
"Thinking about the way we speak to the child differently. Learning to help the parent feel successful with their child." D.J. (Oct. 2022)
"Most beneficial was the session on how to engage the client's cooperation. I appreciated the many examples as well as the clear, concise bullet points in the handout." M.W. (Oct. 2022)
"The speaker was upbeat and passionate!" T.H. (Oct. 2022)
"Good topics of conversation and consideration with us SLPs who work with pediatric individuals who may have negative behaviors." K.S. (Oct. 2022)
"The speaker was very engaging." S.D. (Oct. 2022)
"Lots of info, easily processed." M.F. (Oct. 2022)
"I would recommend this course to my colleagues." A.D. (Sept. 2022)
"I love the idea of finding a positive label for a negative attribute. The presenter was great - she was funny and had great personal anecdotes to add to her topics. I was engaged and interested throughout the whole presentation. There were so many resources for quick references that I am excited to use." S.R. (Aug. 2022)
"The entire presentation was helpful, especially the portion about showing and using empathy in our words and actions because I know how it feels when my loved ones talk to me without empathy and what that feels like (not very good) and don't want my students to feel that way. I'm guilty of using some of those negative phrases myself, thinking that I'm saving time and getting directly at the problem, yet what I was doing was actually making the problem worse. Yikes!" E.P. (Aug. 2022)
"Liked the ease of learning at a time and place that is convenient for me." E.P. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked how it relates to children's behavior. The empathetic responses and communication techniques are helpful. Words are so powerful!" R.F. (July 2022)
"I loved the information and how practical it was. I can start implementing it right away!" E.S. (July 2022)
"Course had lots of good examples – empathy and setting limits." J.M. (June 2022)
"I would recommend this course because it will benefit my practice on a daily basis. The flow and format were excellent." V.M. (June 2022)
"The specific examples as well as illustrative examples will be very helpful to my practice. She was an engaging speaker with well organized information." G.R. (May 2022)
"Course access was convenient. Learning the use of enforceable statements with kids and "When/then" vs "If/then." A.V. (Apr. 2022)
"This course gave practical ways to manage children's behaviors and understand their feelings." J.D. (Apr. 2022)
"The examples of the denial of feelings were very specific and effective, as well as the section containing "negative behavior has a message". I think this is very important to consider especially in our roles as SLPs and during sessions when we are trying to manage behavior. The presenter was obviously very knowledgeable and extremely passionate about the topic, and it showed in her presentation! She was able to easily give examples and she was an engaging presenter. I thought the presentation was easy to follow, nonjudgmental, and effective." D.L. (Apr. 2022)
Presenter: Jennifer L. Schultz, MA, CCC-SLP
In this course, participants will be provided with the background needed to identify and form complex sentence stimuli for therapy. Tools and techniques for assessment to identify client strengths and needs will be shared. Evidence-based implicit and explicit treatment techniques to address complex sentence comprehension and expression will be demonstrated. This course includes downloadable, reproducible therapy resources.... more+
"Tips on increasing use were beneficial. Very doable course." C.S. (Aug. 2024)
"Beneficial review for types of clauses. The presenter was very thorough in her explanations." S.Z. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussing how to implement this into my therapy sessions was beneficial. I liked the detailed information." I.C. (Jul. 2024)
"Implicit and explicit treatment techniques, and list of materials that can be used to treat complex sentence development. The speaker was very knowledgeable in the area of language therapy. She gave specific information pertaining to assessment and treatment which I can implement in my work with students." L.V. (Jun. 2024)
"I enjoyed the use of books in therapy targeting complex sentences. There were so many practical ideas for therapy and materials to use for lesson planning." J.H. (Jun. 2024)
"Since I work with younger children, the information on preschoolers was especially beneficial. Great resources!! Very knowledgeable presenter." P.B. (Jun. 2024)
"All topics are beneficial. The presenter was knowledgeable of the information. The handouts are very helpful." C.C. (May. 2024)
"The whole concept that targeting syntax earlier than we usually do is beneficial along with morphology. Also, working memory is crucial to understand to truly increase skills. I enjoyed the practical application." M.S. (Apr. 2024)
"The A,O,R clauses were beneficial. Great information!" J.R. (Apr. 2024)
"Honestly, being encouraged to start working on this area with much younger children will probably have the greatest impact on my treatment/intervention. I believe I do some of this already (i.e. casting) with younger students, but being more intentional with it is supported by the evidence presented in this session. Well-organized course and great use of examples." P.B. (Mar. 2024)
"The book examples were beneficial. Very practical and immediately useful information. Very good presenter." R.C. (Feb. 2024)
"The whole review of the sentence types was very helpful and beneficial for my daily practice. What I liked best about the course were Parts III and IV of Creating Complex Sentence Competence. Both parts were extremely comprehensive." L.A. (Feb. 2024)
"Beneficial assessment and treatment strategies - differentiating implicit from explicit and benefit of strategic learning. Many functional examples and free resource suggestions." R.M. (Jan. 2024)
"The treatment and assessment of complex sentences were helpful. I enjoyed the teaching and repetitive practice provided to reinforce dependent clauses. This helped me feel more confident to start addressing these skills, which are more complex but highly valuable with my school population." J.W. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial understanding different types of sentences. I liked the organization of this course." M.D. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed the depth of explanation and provision of direct instructional topics and techniques." M.N. (Dec. 2023)
"Excellent structure for functionally breaking down complex sentences. I liked the treatment strategies and all the incredible resources." J.R. (Dec. 2023)
"The illustrations and visuals will definitely make the speech-language sessions interesting and increase my students' receptive and expressive language skills. The information was well organized and very clear." M.L. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the targeted interventions for upper elem and MS age students. Analyzing a language sample together was extremely helpful." W.R. (Dec. 2023)
"I greatly appreciated the depth of this course. Discussing the importance of comprehension and utilization of complex sentences at a young age was helpful." J.L. (Dec. 2023)
"The final session with practical practice ideas was beneficial. I liked the ability to do the course online and at my own speed. Plus, the ability to revisit it after I have completed it." K.C. (Dec. 2023)
"It was helpful to discuss when to begin introducing complex sentences as well as the treatment methods to use when focusing on complex sentences. I enjoyed the many different resources that were provided as well as examples of implementing techniques." M.D. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the specific strategies with examples for therapy." J.B. (Nov. 2023)
"The recap was a great start to support the rest of the information. Assessment resources that measure complexity will be very helpful. Explicit instruction and scaffolding ideas will be the most supportive therapy for composing and comprehending complex syntax. I most appreciated the explicit therapy techniques with the scaffolds." A.L. (Nov. 2023)
"This course was loaded with resources for use in daily practice. The hierarchies for teaching complex sentence structures were thoroughly taught and appreciated. The instructor laid out the material in a clear and precise manner. This material has been of great interest to me since Grad School, so having a knowledgeable instructor with an impressive resume was important to me. Jennifer's presentation was worth the wait. Thank you!" S.C. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked all the different therapy ideas. Learned a more in-depth understanding of subordinating clause types in sentences." T.P. (Nov. 2023)
"So many areas were helpful - the assessment tasks, the links for videos and materials. Also, the progression in treatment, scaffolding levels, etc. The resources and information provided, and the on-demand availability format is always beneficial." C.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Lots of examples of activities and books. I liked the lists of words and statistical information about useful techniques." K.F. (Oct. 2023)
"The examples used with the reading books, and the spreadsheets by Ebbles and Van Horne were beneficial. I liked the suggestions for grammatical complexity measures and analysis." C.C. (Sep. 2023)
"This was the best CEU course I have ever taken because it gave very specific examples on how to target many different areas related to syntax. I found the specific treatment examples and techniques to be very beneficial." J.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Very complete information. I liked the explanation of clauses." L.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Many therapy ideas. I appreciated the therapy ideas and reviews of the common types of clauses." J.C. (Aug. 2023)
"This information really expanded my awareness and understanding of complex sentence structure. The course was very well laid out, and the examples and materials were wonderful. It was a very thorough course." B.G. (Aug. 2023)
"Descriptions of types of complex sentences and clauses in the first section was beneficial. Many handouts were included in the course to use in learning more about complex sentences and use in therapy with varied ages/grades." D.A. (Aug. 2023)
"Validation of the benefit of implicit learning, particularly with young children. This course is very well organized and structured. I appreciate the breadth of application across age/grade range. It provided many examples of treatment strategies and many outside resources. What can be a dense topic was made understandable and tolerable. Thank you for dividing this into sections." S.P. (Jul. 2023)
"I found all topics and discussions to be beneficial. I liked the examples and strategies given." M.R. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the resources to be used in assessment and treatment." A.C. (Jul. 2023)
"Incredible resources!! I can apply this information immediately with my students. Free resources and detailed description including scripts to use during treatment." A.E. (Jun. 2023)
"Implicit instruction for preschoolers as well as implicit and explicit instruction for early elementary students. I liked the wealth of ideas for therapy, scaffolding techniques, resources to seek out, and the importance of working on complex sentences at an early age and integrating other structures/parts of speech." K.T. (Jun. 2023)
"The most helpful topic was the demonstration of how to implement these principles in therapy. I liked the repetition and clear instruction." A.K. (Jun. 2023)
"Course was packed full of good information." L.D. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the examples and resources. The information that the complex sentence structure should be introduced earlier and why was beneficial." T.D. (Jun. 2023)
"ALL of it was beneficial. I will be reviewing this again over the summer break, and it will inform my SLO (Specific Learning Objective) for next year. Excellent content. This course was very challenging in a way that will improve my SLP skills. Thank you for such an interesting topic!" E.M. (Jun. 2023)
"I enjoyed practicing breaking sentences into complex sentences and identifying the specific type of clause. I also liked the specific practice with a variety of leveled texts. I enjoyed all of the explicit trials/practice and examples of resources we could use to target complex syntax." H.W. (Jun. 2023)
"There were many examples of implementation that I could use right away, and the presenter gave a series of steps to follow. I liked the treatment - discussing and showing meanings of sentences, building awareness, and sentence combining." H.C. (May 2023)
"The instructor was very knowledgeable. I enjoyed seeing the assessment tools and activities for multiple grades and levels of ability." S.G. (Apr. 2023)
"The discussion of age levels appropriate for complex sentences was beneficial. I liked being able to incorporate this into therapy with examples." K.F. (Apr. 2023)
"It was beneficial to learn you can work on morphology and other foundational skills while targeting complex sentence structures. I liked that this course emphasized the importance of not waiting to target complex sentence structures." J.F. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the treatment ideas and materials." J.P. (Jan. 2023)
"Very useful. Learning the developmental hierarchy. Expanding sentence length and complexity with 1) adverbial clauses 2) object complement clauses 3) relative clauses in the developmental order." S.L. (Jan. 2023)
"Treatment techniques were beneficial. I liked the presenter's animated style." E.F. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning best techniques to use with the younger student and the treatment examples were helpful." M.B. (Jan. 2023)
"Therapy techniques for younger students. I liked the examples of books for treatment/strategies." S.W. (Jan. 2023)
"I appreciated learning what's expected at a given age re: sentence complexity." M.F. (Jan. 2023)
"Provided information and tools that I can immediately use in therapy. Loved the detailed assessment and therapy resources. Very thorough and evidence-based." R.J. (Dec. 2022)
"The speaker was fantastic." A.B. (Dec. 2022)
"EVERYTHING was incredibly informative! Great learning experience." C.R. (Dec. 2022)
"It was a great refresher on clauses. The challenges to think critically to answer multiple test questions." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Well-organized. I liked the treatment strategies." C.P. (Dec. 2022)
"Everything! I liked the literature resources, therapy activity ideas, graphic organizers, etc. Very informative and organized course. Well presented." V.J. (Dec. 2022)
"Excellent examples and strategies." K.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Understanding the three types of clauses was beneficial. And how to implement intervention with my students." M.E. (Dec. 2022)
"I love that she gave us lots of handouts and useful materials. And how to incorporate complex sentence strategies into play and books for young children." V.Z. (Dec. 2022)
"It was a comprehensive review of syntax and grammar. I liked the in depth details of a variety of sentence structures." M.K. (Dec. 2022)
"The presenter's voice was enjoyable to listen to. She kept my interest and covered a lot! I liked the specific assessment and treatment measures." T.F. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked everything! It was hefty in content and so beneficial." H.T. (Nov. 2022)
"This was a great course and very informative. I love all of the resources that align with core curriculum and state standards." A.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Liked the ways to assess language and sentence types used by students, and treatment ideas. Examples of the types of complex sentences, as well as tools for assessment and treatment were helpful." O.Z. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning about the clauses and the research that supports the activities." K.K. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the organization and content. Good review of syntax, complex sentences, treatment." S.L. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the therapy strategies for helping build complex sentences." J.D. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the practical application ideas - syntax review, principles of statistical learning, and suggestions for materials." S.R. (Nov. 2022)
"This was an excellent presentation that will provide numerous benefits for my daily speech therapy practice. What I liked best about this course was the quality of instruction - including content and organization of information." M.W. (Oct. 2022)
"Very informative!" S.K. (Oct. 2022)
"It was a good review of syntax and best practices for teaching syntax." R.V. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the free materials and assessment links provided." R.V. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked all of the content and that the course was broken down into different sections." K.F. (Oct. 2022)
"I enjoyed this course! Excellent presentation." J.S. (Oct. 2022)
"The course was easy to follow. The presenter was clear and knowledgeable." M.M. (Sept. 2022)
"Referencing "The Informed SLP" and the order of intervention of grammatical concepts - This is EXACTLY the information I was looking for! EVERYTHING about this course was amazing. Nice breakdown of sections. Very thorough overall. I will be revisiting the presentation, slides, and handouts often." M.H. (Sept. 2022)
"I have found when mentoring younger speech therapists that they are not "savvy" with English language format. This is a very good course for many therapists who are not strong at English language skills." C.E. (Sept. 2022)
"The statistical learning was good. I liked the ability to speed up and playback the course." R.L. (Sept. 2022)
"Gave good examples with books and resources for treatment." J.A. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the step by step explanations with a variety of materials and examples demonstrating how these assessments and treatments would be used with a variety of age clients." S.B. (Aug. 2022)
"Excellent, knowledgeable speaker who presented evidence based techniques; tons of repetition; allowed opportunities to practice, which helped us track our comprehension; very thorough course." A.K. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the facebook and youtube references to help with therapy and using scripts to engage students." L.B. (Aug. 2022)
"I really enjoyed the Cognitive Verbs to elicit complex sentences. Very helpful. Very thorough, covering multiple areas." C.A. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the treatment techniques and learning how to dissect complex sentences and build them." T.M. (July 2022)
"The course was thorough. I liked the order and age of acquisition and treatment ideas related to picture descriptions." S.R. (July 2022)
"Very well organized course. I liked defining clauses and learning/teaching techniques." B.S. (July 2022)
"Very practical suggestions for therapy at all ages/grade levels." J.H. (July 2022)
"I really appreciated the review about phrases and clauses AND the intervention techniques." L.D. (June 2022)
"The presentation was spectacularly structured for best learning." E.T. (June 2022)
"It was a very detailed course with a lot of good information to incorporate into my practice." K.H. (June 2022)
"Learning about the sequence of development of clauses was great! The course was well organized and a clear presentation." H.L. (June 2022)
"I liked the practical ideas to adapt materials we already have to work on syntax skills. And the resource lists of free materials available online was great!" A.C. (June 2022)
"Comprehensive list of resources you could use at different grade levels to elicit complex sentences." M.M. (June 2022)
"Great references to websites that attach analytical meaning to language samples." B.R. (June 2022)
"I liked the scripts describing complex sentence targets as well as all the lesson ideas." G.B. (June 2022)
"Learning that you should begin working on complex sentences in the early elementary years." B.R. (June 2022)
"Discussion of the therapy techniques for the different age levels was very helpful. I found the review in regards to the syntax very helpful at the beginning of the course. Also the logical way the course was laid out made it very intuitive." K.Q. (May 2022)
"Everything! I thoroughly enjoyed the entire course. I will be using these strategies for the remainder of the school year to "try them out" before converting over to taking this approach with more of my students. I have always known that use of literature is important, but this broke down how to implement literature in an easy way to understand how you can target multiple targets while teaching complex sentences." C.C. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked all the evaluation and treatment ideas, and that this information can be easily adapted to my work." K.E. (Apr. 2022)
"The portion of the course that provided specific ideas for therapy – wonderful!" L.M. (Mar. 2022)
"The different materials, resources, and books listed were so helpful. I like that the presentation covered methods of intervention. I found the handouts and the resources very helpful." A.D. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the concepts about statistical learning - ideas around kernel sentences – ideas for how to model sentences during play using regularity and variability." J.S. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the specific book recommendations and how to implement into my daily work. And the real life applications." B.C. (Feb. 2022)
"Treatment strategies and specific techniques for developing complex sentence structure. There were a multitude of references and suggestions for materials." A.D. (Feb. 2022)
"Well organized. Good examples of how to use materials. The structure of the presentation with the sections, goals, and review were helpful." J.S. (Feb. 2022)
"Gave me the tools for explicit complex sentence instruction that I need. There were so many nuggets I will take and start using tomorrow with my kids who have a language disorder!" L.K. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the examples of therapy activities; examples of different types of recast; importance of bombardment and repetition." J.S. (Jan. 2022)
"All of it! It was so "hands on". The instructor provided so many examples and strategies." L.K. (Jan. 2022)
"It was VERY thorough. I will be reviewing this multiple times to make sure I got all of it." B.R. (Jan. 2022)
"This course was packed with information and resources, therapy techniques, book recommendations, and ways to assess complex sentence use." L.N. (Dec. 2021)
"Great book examples and loaded with many examples and handouts." A.M. (Dec. 2021)
"Part 1: grammar review and Part 2 Educational expectations by developmental norms and grade levels were the most beneficial." S.B. (Dec. 2021)
Presenter: Marissa Rocheleau, MA, CCC-SLP
This course is designed for SLPs to learn more about treating children in early intervention (ages 0-2) and in school settings (ages 3-22) using a telepractice based model. Content will include research foundations supporting the use of telepractice, valuable resources and materials to implement in treatment, collaboration strategies, real videos of treatment, and case studies.... more+
"Research and resources, with great video examples of utilizing teletherapy practices were beneficial. The course was very direct, clear and easily applicable based on the instructor's resources and examples." S.G. (Jul. 2024)
"I learned more about bluestacks, useful websites, iPad mirroring and parent coaching via teletherapy. I enjoyed the video case studies." D.N. (Jul. 2024)
"I enjoyed the videos of sessions, examples of websites, and video mirroring." A.M. (Jun. 2024)
"I did not know much about teletherapy. Getting to know techniques and also websites was a great help! Good structure, explanations, and real therapy examples." N.F. (May. 2024)
"Resources and examples of sessions were very helpful. I liked the examples of sessions." M.P. (Apr. 2024)
"Telepractice discussion and resources were beneficial. I liked the resources material." A.S. (Feb. 2024)
"Reassurance that Telepractice is a viable first choice for therapy and examples of how it is delivered along with resources for SLPs. I enjoyed the videos, slides, therapy resources, and review of technology available." M.S. (Jan. 2024)
"The similarities between treating a young child and treating a school aged child via telepractice were beneficial. I also found the discussion on specific websites quite beneficial as a resource. I liked that the lecturer discussed telehealth as a viable alternative first and then she progressed into how it is effectively used with young children and with school-aged children. I liked that the course was practical for the therapist that works online, and that she discussed common concerns of the therapists and the facilitator." C.F. (Dec. 2023)
"Practical techniques and ideas. I liked the videos, lists, and examples." E.G. (Dec. 2023)
"The new websites to incorporate were helpful. Reflected that I am on the same path as other professionals when conducting therapy." C.U. (Dec. 2023)
"Very informative course. I enjoyed learning about the assets available for telepractice. Thankful for the video sessions to view." A.H. (Nov. 2023)
"I found it very helpful when presenter addressed the use of standardized tests, stating that standardized scores should be reported, but rather a description of the child’s performance. The videos of therapy sessions were very helpful." J.B. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the examples of websites available for telepractice activities. I enjoyed the therapy videos." A.F. (Nov. 2023)
"I was very interested in how to provide telepractice to children younger than 3 years of age, and the suggestions were extremely helpful. The videos of therapy were also very helpful." P.R. (Nov. 2023)
"The list of resources and getting to see videos of actual therapy were beneficial. I liked that I have concrete resources that I can seek out and begin to use." L.G. (Sep. 2023)
"Use of interactive online materials was beneficial. I liked the practicality of this course." R.R. (Jul. 2023)
"The importance of parent participation was a beneficial topic. And that I can use teletherapy in early intervention." S.A. (May 2023)
"I found the whole discussion beneficial for my practice. The speaker was good, and the videos were useful." W.F. (Apr. 2023)
"The resource list of websites was beneficial, and I liked the cost and fact that I could take course on my own time." A.C. (Mar. 2023)
"The early intervention parent coaching model was beneficial. I liked the websites given for materials and the video examples." M.G. (Jan. 2023)
"Resources to use in telepractice. I liked the new ideas." A.F. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the therapy session examples. Knowledge of the use of iPADs and websites for teletherapy was helpful." L.J. (Nov. 2022)
"Great presenter." M.W. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the analysis of therapeutic goals and materials used in case studies." P.P. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the real-time demonstrations between SLP and patient." P.G. (Oct. 2022)
"The case studies as well as the discussion on different resources available for telepractice were the most valuable to me. I enjoyed the opportunity to work through the course at my own pace." M.F. (Oct. 2022)
"The presenter did a fantastic job of delivering the course in an engaging and effective manner." M.F. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the free websites and the questions and answers portion." J.N. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the suggested websites with therapy materials. Gave ideas for student participation and ways to help students interact." C.L. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the examples and samples. Good coverage of telepractice." C.D. (Aug. 2022)
"Good concrete examples - I liked the activity ideas." J.A. (July 2022)
"I liked the list of materials and websites to use during therapy." T.A. (June 2022)
"Course was easy to comprehend and apply to practice. I liked the resources mentioned." E.R. (June 2022)
"I liked everything in this course, especially the early intervention teletherapy example." A.D. (May 2022)
"Very applicable ideas for someone considering telepractice." R.M. (May 2022)
"I liked hearing about the research into how effective teletherapy is. I did not realize how effective it was compared to traditional, in-person therapy. I really liked the video examples showing how teletherapy was given to both an EI client, as well as a school-age client. Seeing the therapy being modeled for me was helpful as I have not yet provided teletherapy. Seeing the videos gave me the confidence that I could provide teletherapy if the opportunity presented itself." A.L. (Mar. 2022)
"References to technologies available was beneficial." J.M. (Feb. 2022)
"Great list of resources! Loved the actual videos! Nice review of the literature." K.K. (Jan. 2022)
"Liked the summary of research on teletherapy - very interesting. Love to hear that most studies indicate advantages for telehealth over in person." T.A. (Jan. 2022)
"I appreciated her highlighting some of her favorite resources - both free and paid." A.F. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the examples of teletherapy in action and resource suggestions." N.W. (Dec. 2021)
"She was able to simply show the difference of in person and live video and how they are both effective." M.R. (Dec. 2021)
"It gave some actual resources that therapists can use during sessions." K.H. (Dec. 2021)
"I was needing this because we have a ton of younger clients that the families want teletherapy due to Covid. This was very helpful." B.F. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the discussion and demonstrations of approaches to setting up for telepractice and I liked hearing the results of the most current research." J.C. (Sept. 2021)
"The speaker did well at explaining each area thoroughly. Was easy to follow along and remain engaged for the session." S.Q. (Jun 2021)
"I liked the examples for different websites that she uses for Telepractice. The LING 6 Sound test boomcards were informational!" M.H. (Jun 2021)
"I liked the videos of actual sessions, the suggestions on how to find appropriate materials for telepractice and then examples on how to incorporate parents into planning." C.L. (Jun 2021)
"I liked watching the Early Intervention videos because it demonstrated how to keep the clients engaged in therapy." E.F. (Jun 2021)
"The research and case studies will be a good source of dialogue with caregivers." K.C. (Jun 2021)
Presenter: Cathy Alexander, MA, CCC-SLP
This course will help SLPs to support children’s syntax development. Key features of syntax will be reviewed. Strategies, contexts, and toys & books that can facilitate production of complex syntax in language samples will be highlighted. Learn a myriad of evidence-based “Go To” strategies for teaching syntax both orally and in the written language. This course includes downloadable, reproducible therapy resources.... more+
"I liked the intervention examples." M.P. (Aug. 2024)
"The presenter was able to provide syntax terminology, as well as intervention strategies to utilize with young children and school-age children. The presenter was very knowledgeable about the topic." M.H. (Aug. 2024)
"Syntax hierarchy was helpful. I enjoyed the clear definitions." P.F. (Jul. 2024)
"Acronym bricc to remember how to proceed for intervention with school-aged children was beneficial. Concrete and easy to apply in my practice right away." S.C. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the components of a therapy session. I loved all of the information." M.B. (Jul. 2024)
"Examples of activities to use in class were beneficial." D.V. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the digital printables to use in therapy. Clear, structured organization." J.H. (May 2024)
"Good review. The course was organized." J.H. (May 2024)
"Intervention design and activity examples for use with school age children will be most beneficial for my daily practice. I liked all parts of this course, and the detailed explanation of teaching complex sentences was my favourite part." P.H. (May 2024)
"The therapy strategies recommended for the early intervention and preschool populations were helpful. I liked the specific examples of therapy strategies/ tools." M.K. (Apr. 2024)
"Beneficial review of grammar elements and ideas for intervention." K.Q. (Mar. 2024)
"The topic and examples for therapy materials were most helpful. I appreciated the presentation of clear, concise information and the review of terms." B.P. (Mar. 2024)
"The practice activities were really helpful. I liked that she explained everything in detail." A.A. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked the circling handouts to identify different clauses. And the course was self-paced." M.R. (Jan. 2024)
"Intervention discussion was beneficial. I enjoyed the handouts." L.B. (Jan. 2024)
"So many functional resources. BRICC - the plan to systematically teach and practice identification and use of complex sentences in treatment was beneficial." J.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Intervention strategies! I liked the differentiation between strategies for pre-school vs elementary school-aged children." J.D. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the digital content. Discussed intervention and typically developing data." L.M. (Dec. 2023)
"School-age intervention techniques. I enjoyed the review of syntax terms." A.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Loved it all. Firm understanding of syntax vocabulary makes assessing students easier." J.W. (Nov. 2023)
"Very thorough explanation of the development of complex sentences and syntax." L.V. (Nov. 2023)
"The 5 strategies for addressing the use of clauses in school-age children were beneficial." J.B. (Nov. 2023)
"The specifics about targeting subordinate clauses with SLI students were helpful. I liked that it was a short course with lots of content, and as always, the handouts are super beneficial." S.C. (Nov. 2023)
"Using subordinate conjunctions to increase the complexity of language was a beneficial topic. I liked the discussion of her therapy materials and why she used them." D.R. (Oct. 2023)
"Actual therapy activities. Lots of examples and handouts." L.J. (Oct. 2023)
"The discussion of different activities to target various structures was helpful. I liked the activity suggestions." B.O. (Oct. 2023)
"This course really made me revisit areas of language development I haven't used in a long time." L.S. (Sep. 2023)
"The review of treatment techniques was most helpful." J.C. (Aug. 2023)
"I enjoyed the practice ideas and evidence-based strategies to address complex sentence structure. The BRICC acronym is helpful as a guide to how we should be delivering instruction." A.K. (Aug. 2023)
"Great overview of syntax and importance of complexity and diversity of sentences on comprehension and academic performance." A.K. (Aug. 2023)
"The depth of review of syntactical terms was particularly helpful! The topics were interesting, detailed and provided clear intervention strategies with a clear hierarchy." M.N. (Jul. 2023)
"Specific intervention techniques to use after finding needs in the assessment. It makes the subtests data more meaningful. I liked the reminder of developmental stages for syntax because I feel like some skills are overlooked." M.E. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the review of grammar. Course was easy to listen to." M.K. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the strategies to use for complex sentences." T.D. (Jun. 2023)
"Developmental norms information and successful strategies/techniques were beneficial topics." A.Q. (Jun. 2023)
"Intervention treatment for improving syntax was beneficial. I liked the examples given for each intervention technique." J.G. (May 2023)
"The intervention techniques were beneficial." A.J. (May 2023)
"I liked the intervention discussion on how to teach students to create more complex sentences. I liked the handouts and digital materials that were made available to the course participant." H.O. (May 2023)
"The research-based intervention strategies for promoting syntax development were very beneficial to my daily practice. I appreciated the presenter's utilization of techniques such as cloze procedure to engage participants throughout the session." A.M. (Apr. 2023)
"This course provided specific resources to utilize in intervention. Intervention structure was beneficial." J.Z. (Apr. 2023)
"The step-by-step guide, as well as the layout of this course, were very helpful." R.R. (Apr. 2023)
"I like the idea of Priming with my students. Letting them hear the sentences two times, then repeat it two times before starting the session. I liked the handouts and presenter going over them." S.G. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the intervention strategies. Course was presented in an organized, easy to follow manner." D.A. (Feb. 2023)
"This course was easy to take, listen to, and learn from. Lots of review of terms that I had forgotten!" R.S. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked it all. Great course!" K.T. (Jan. 2023)
"Good intervention strategies. Defining and explaining different types of early clauses in young children was beneficial." M.K. (Jan. 2023)
"Specific ideas for intervention in school age children. I liked the examples of therapy materials included." J.I. (Jan. 2023)
"Practical treatment guidance. I liked the categories for sentence generation." C.W. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the handouts and the developmental data." S.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I loved the framework she presented for school-age intervention. I also loved the handouts and the information she had to present." R.P. (Dec. 2022)
"The review of milestones and grammar skills was very beneficial. Liked the clear and concise way in which the material was delivered. The fact that the presenter got straight to the point impressed me." E.K. (Nov. 2022)
"Good handouts made it easy to follow along. Liked the interventions for subordinating clauses." C.V. (Nov. 2022)
"Intervention for complex sentences with school-age children - I liked the concrete examples provided." A.V. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the assessment portion of the course." H.T. (Nov. 2022)
"I will be adding this in my lesson as I am teaching nouns, verbs, and adjectives presently with grades 3-4th. Explicit instruction is confirmed as critical to academic success and the use of complex syntax. I also liked the intervention ideas discussed." M.E. (Nov. 2022)
"The handouts will be good to utilize in therapy. Liked the strategies to use when teaching complex sentence use." M.B. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the specific intervention techniques and materials suggestions." J.E. (Oct. 2022)
"I really enjoyed learning about the various intervention strategies that will help promote the use of complex sentences for my clients. I loved that the presenter highlighted areas of syntax that should be placed on index cards for reference when speaking with parents and colleagues." J.R. (Oct. 2022)
"The course breakdown was nice. I liked the intervention portion being specific to early childhood and school-aged and the examples of treatment strategies to address both populations." M.H. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the information on informal assessment activities for school-age children as well as the practical ideas and examples for school-age intervention." M.W. (Oct. 2022)
"Intervention for school age children, especially the examples of how to facilitate activities in a therapy session were beneficial." M.W. (Oct. 2022)
"Liked the presentation of evidence based therapy techniques. This course had good pacing, examples, repetition, and clear speaker." A.K. (Aug. 2022)
"I really like the fact that I can do it at my own pace and pause or go back as needed. I also like learning the different types of conjunctions that are the base for developing proper sentence structure." N.C. (Aug. 2022)
"The course is very informative. Direct suggestions for intervention and studies to support their use." V.J. (Aug. 2022)
"Nice review of complex syntax and methods to address weaknesses in this area." S.L. (Aug. 2022)
"Presenter does an excellent job of bringing current research to the forefront of what we are doing as clinicians." S.L. (Aug. 2022)
"I thought the presenter was extremely organized." S.M. (July 2022)
"Good activity ideas and handouts to give to teachers. Learning/selecting treatment targets for IEP's that are specific and meaningful to improve overall grammar/sentence length." A.M. (July 2022)
"I liked her explanation regarding how to target complex syntax through play with preschool children, as well as the use of sentence repetition and sentence generation with older students." S.M. (July 2022)
"The handouts and intervention ideas will be very helpful. Liked the research information, assessment suggestions, and intervention techniques." A.Y. (July 2022)
"I now have ideas for supporting this skill in my kids that I can start in September." S.R. (July 2022)
"This course was to the point, easy to understand and great examples. I appreciated the handouts." C.C. (June 2022)
"I loved the intervention strategies and ideas presented to help children expand their use of age appropriate syntax. I liked the review of syntax terminology and age norms." K.H. (June 2022)
"I liked the section on subordinating conjunctions, syntax and ages when children begin to use grammar." C.C. (June 2022)
"Course helped clarify the different clauses." L.S. (June 2022)
"I liked video explanation....and the handouts!" M.M. (May 2022)
"I liked the overall content of assessment and treatment of complex sentences in the school-age child." L.K. (Apr. 2022)
"The discussion of intervention was quite helpful. Many useful tips were included. The reminder to use BRICC for intervention." M.S. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the breakdown of different types of sentences as well as methods for assessment and intervention." B.R. (Apr. 2022)
"The course will be beneficial for teaching complex sentences to my students who have a hearing impairment and are working on their English language development. The worksheets are helpful – clear explanations with good ideas for application in therapy sessions." M.G. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the wonderful teaching tips and explanations of techniques. I loved the acronyms she used to help listeners remember intervention techniques." J.A. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the different types of clauses and how important it is to focus on verb diversity it EI." G.H. (Jan. 2022)
"The HANDOUTS were great!!!" S.G. (Jan. 2022)
"All of the intervention activities and information on all of the different clauses. The content was excellent and is applicable to my practice." L.N. (Dec. 2021)
"The examples of how to expand the utterances to include clauses were most beneficial. The wealth of examples and resources provided will be very helpful." L.S. (Dec. 2021)
"There is a child I see who has difficulty with syntax; I will talk to the parent about some of the strategies used in this presentation." M.S. (Nov. 2021)
Presenter: Trina Spencer, PhD, BCBA-D
This course presents 10 principles of effective narrative intervention. Learn what's special about oral language and what's special about stories. Learn deficits that oral storytelling can help solve. Learn how oral storytelling instruction can effectively address the cluster of skills that are at the core of everything literacy related. Stories are everywhere. Why not harness their power?... more+
"Discussing how to structure the therapies and the objectives was helpful. I enjoyed all the videos to model how to do it." S.C. (Jun. 2024)
"I enjoyed the video demonstrations. A beneficial topic was scaffolding intervention." P.M. (May 2024)
"All of the information was helpful. The course was well organized, and provided models." M.I. (Apr. 2024)
"The speaker was easy to listen to and provided practical ideas for implementation of ideas. Using smaller and grade-appropriate stories over story books initially was helpful to discuss." C.F. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked everything! Narratives and complex language were beneficial to discuss." E.P. (Mar. 2024)
"The guidance in shaping or retelling the story and what to say to the students if they've missed a step or didn't use a complex word or sentence was beneficial. I enjoyed learning how to better do narration with my students." L.B. (Mar. 2024)
"Loved the assessment information. Very well done slides and practical application." R.C. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked the examples and details." M.A. (Dec. 2023)
"Clear presentation of the story re-telling method. I liked the slides and videos." A.D. (Dec. 2023)
"Great video examples of course principles in action. The value of oral storytelling was beneficial." S.B. (Nov. 2023)
"I love the icons and will be using them. I liked the videos that were shown." C.M. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning how to use the icons during storytelling to depict parts of the story was beneficial. I liked how this intervention contributes to language comprehension vs asking WH questions." P.F. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked all the handouts. And the instructor's enthusiasm and knowledge." M.H. (Sep. 2023)
"A very structured way of teaching story retelling. Prompting info was beneficial. I liked the free online resources." D.P. (Jul. 2023)
"The depth of detail regarding the 10 principles of intervention was beneficial. I liked the video clips!" D.V. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the explanation of narrative vs. exposition similarities and differences. And learning about the principles for effective practice." A.C. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning how to teach story grammar itself. As a SLP, I feel I have taught a lot of these elements, but not from this perspective. SLPs have a lot to do. Sometimes you take a training and feel that now I have to do this too! This approach, I think I could incorporate without stealing time from something else. Also, I have not gone yet to the websites with the resources noted, but those seem valuable." S.P. (Feb. 2023)
"Detailed narrative language principles with specific examples, the embedding of the current research, and education on the importance of oral narratives on literacy. I liked the learning platforms (e.g., presentation slides, with pictures, with videos)." A.P. (Feb. 2023)
"I appreciate the detailed information on how assessment and intervention could look with doing the narrative intervention. The variety of videos, visuals, and examples were useful." A.G. (Jan. 2023)
"I appreciated the topic related to repeating, repairing, recasting, and expanding when a child makes an error during therapy sessions. I liked the concept of re-telling stories and the way the presenter taught the audience to facilitate this for better learning." A.K. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the breakdown of teaching the narrative intervention and how it is critical to use stories that have the essential ingredients (character problem, feeling, action, and ending). I have used these components when working on listening and/or reading comprehension, but not with oral language. I will definitely be doing some things differently." G.S. (Dec. 2022)
"How to implement teaching narrative stories was beneficial. Liked enthusiasm of presenter, and the videos." Z.N. (Dec. 2022)
"The storytelling aspect is very practical to incorporate into my therapy - will look into cubed and story champs for my practice. I found course informative in an area I wasn't super familiar with." K.K. (Dec. 2022)
"I feel I have a new tool that I can use immediately in my practice. Course was well organized and informative. I enjoyed the videos." G.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning overall how to approach narrative skills. I liked the free resources." L.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Lots of video examples. I liked the free Storybook Supports." H.W. (Nov. 2022)
"Stewart's video with fading visual supports was very helpful. And learning the steps for teaching oral narrative and how to model/prompt." J.F. (Nov. 2022)
"I found the information specific to story champs and how to implement this program very helpful. I enjoyed the videos, which helped to illustrate the speaker's points well." H.R. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the relationship between listening and oral language AND reading and writing. The organization and speaker were good as well." H.H. (Oct. 2022)
"The structure for implementation of training narratives and specificness of strategies and guidelines were helpful. I liked the repetition of the content with video examples." D.G. (Oct. 2022)
"The ways to encourage active participation and responses was good information." T.B. (Oct. 2022)
"The supports of narrative intervention and the hierarchy were good. I liked the examples and videos." C.F. (Oct. 2022)
"The CUBED resources will be very helpful." M.W. (Oct. 2022)
"Very thorough coverage of the topic - including instruction in oral language - sentence complexity as well as vocabulary in narrative instruction." K.I. (Sept. 2022)
"I felt compelled to try new things in my therapy setting. Trina is such a great teacher. She is easy to listen to and well educated on this topic." K.B. (Aug. 2022)
Presenter: Trina Spencer, PhD, BCBA-D
This course takes a deep dive into academic language and how to teach it in meaningful contexts. Only 12% of students with language disabilities meet grade level expectations in reading and writing. When SLPs concentrate their language intervention on the dimensions of academic language—namely vocabulary, discourse structures, complex sentences, morphology, and inferencing—more students achieve academic expectations. ... more+
"Discussing specific areas to target that will have an impact on academic success was helpful. Gave a detailed outline of areas to target related to academic language." K.A. (Jul. 2024)
"I enjoyed learning about the goal writing process for the individual areas (e.g. vocab acquisition, morphological awareness). Learning from this course confirmed what I was trying to figure out on my own, and also provided practical steps on how to sharpen my goals and practice." D.Q. (Jul. 2024)
"It was helpful when the presenter broke down the elements that need to be taught for students to access academic language. The visuals were really helpful!" D.V. (Jul. 2024)
"The discussion on integrating all aspects of academic language was beneficial. I liked the new resources." H.A. (Jun. 2024)
"Resources re: accessing curriculum review of language structure and why we need to specifically incorporate academic language in treatment with the student. Practical, relevant, and useful." R.D. (Jun. 2024)
"Resources listed were beneficial." J.H. (May 2024)
"It was very helpful to see how to better integrate core curriculum into my everyday practice and therapy as my schools are looking for more connections between speech and classroom instructions. I enjoyed the different ways of connecting speech to classroom academics." S.G. (May 2024)
"How our role in schools applies to the curriculum was a beneficial topic. I enjoyed the free resources." R.I. (Apr. 2024)
"Learning that I could be more effective by teaching these 5 main areas rooted in research. The pace was good. The information was specific." M.S. (Mar. 2024)
"The different tiers or levels of vocabulary were beneficial, as well as the resources available on the knowledge website. I liked the fact that I could begin, stop, and restart the course at my convenience. Also, I’d liked the fact that I can pause on certain slides if I want to review or internalize the information that was just presented." D.A. (Feb. 2024)
"The website given was a very helpful resource for materials. I liked getting resources for therapy materials. I also was glad to find out which complex syntactic structures are most helpful to teach explicitly to facilitate better listening and reading comprehension." C.P. (Feb. 2024)
"I appreciated the concrete examples of how to teach academic language and reference to the Core Knowledge site for materials to use during therapy. The course was very functional in terms of giving specific examples of how to teach academic language." L.V. (Jan. 2024)
"The specific examples of goal writing and the website were helpful. I liked the free, practical suggestions to use." T.P. (Dec. 2023)
"Overall, this course was very interesting for me." K.O. (Dec. 2023)
"Learned how to integrate vocabulary instruction from the academic curricula into therapy. This is something I struggle a lot with, and this course taught me why it's so important. Very clear and easy to understand." E.W. (Dec. 2023)
"This is a topic I have been talking about for years in my clinical work and recommendations!! Dr. Spencer provided excellent examples of how to coordinate intervention with academic instruction - and a very well-developed reminder about how to set good goals. I LOVE LOVE the recommendation for read-aloud!" D.E. (Nov. 2023)
"This entire topic was beneficial. It teaches the core of what speech pathologists should be doing in school settings or not." C.S. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the tiers of vocab and discourse." M.L. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked how practical and clear this course was. The website resource, the 5 components of academic language, and the way to write the objectives were beneficial." S.C. (Nov. 2023)
"I found how to teach academic language the most helpful." J.C. (Nov. 2023)
"This course was explained well, easy to follow with practical examples and resource suggestions. Learning how to integrate academic tasks using Narratives as the framework to work on the different areas of academic language was beneficial." T.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Suggestions for teaching writing. Course was easy to follow." L.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Speaker was very engaging and kept my interest. I liked the examples of goals." K.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I am grateful for Dr. Spencer's emphasis on the Dimensions of language. As a school-based SLP, I find myself flip-flopping back and forth on what goals to target with my LI students depending on the presenting problems described by the classroom teacher. The Dimensions gives me the road map to be an SLP when it comes to focusing on how to improve academic success and using my expertise as a SLP to support what I would say are the underpinnings of academic language." S.C. (Jul. 2023)
"This content was very specific to what I was looking for to bring back to my therapy practice with language impaired students in order to provide them with the skills and knowledge to improve academically." S.C. (Jul. 2023)
"Using the curriculum as the context for teaching and practicing target skills gives the biggest bang for the buck. I haven’t looked at this topic, academic language, in a while. It was a great review for me. I thought the through line from concept to goal development to intervention and reassessment was very helpful. Always great to get some new resources to use for free." S.P. (Jul. 2023)
"The core knowledge website will be extremely helpful. I liked the goal examples and information on where to find resources." R.L. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the goal writing examples and resources related to curriculum. And the examples of resources that are available for school-based SLPs to implement with their students." A.S. (Jun. 2023)
"Goals that I can use for various interventions. I liked the pace, knowledge of presenter, and the resources." A.E. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the presentation and the strategies to present academic knowledge." T.D. (Jun. 2023)
"Ideas for overcoming barriers. I liked the goal examples." J.F. (Jun. 2023)
"Helpful resource materials geared to the student's curriculum. The examples were very meaningful." B.R. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the ideas on incorporating academic language into SLP therapy." B.K. (Jun. 2023)
"The connections between each area of academic language and how they can be integrated to target more than one area was beneficial to discuss. I enjoyed the inclusion of sample goal writing in each specific language area as well as the provided resources to access the curriculum in an easy manner." S.H. (May 2023)
"I liked that this course content was very familiar to me and reinforced the appropriateness of my therapy activities." D.B. (Apr. 2023)
"I especially liked the sections on Discourse Structures and Inferential Thinking. I thought the visual icons were excellent for each of the sections and the principles within the sections. I appreciated the philosophy that sees language as an integral part of academics. Language therapy or intervention must be integrated with academics if it is to be relevant to the child, to the child's teachers, and to the parents." D.D. (Mar. 2023)
"Very much pertained to my everyday job and duties. I liked the examples of goals." J.E. (Feb. 2023)
"The review of adverbial clauses, transition words and elaborated noun phrases was beneficial. I am constantly asking my students, "Do you know what that word means?" as I am working with them. The resource of www.coreknowledge.org will be beneficial." A.E. (Jan. 2023)
"I work in the elementary schools. I try each year to use in my therapy sessions what the classroom teachers are using. I now have advice to request what I need from the teachers." A.E. (Jan. 2023)
"Voicing to academic staff that the foundation of reading and writing is listening and speaking. The charts were helpful to understand what the presenter was discussing." A.M. (Jan. 2023)
"All of the areas discussed in this course will be beneficial to my practice. The presenter was very knowledgeable about the subject matter, and I was able to gather information to use in my practice." M.H. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the sample goals and online resources for materials. I love working on academic language, so I found this course very interesting." M.S. (Dec. 2022)
"The breakdown of parts of language that need to be taught during speech therapy to improve academic language was beneficial. I liked the core knowledge.org resource." J.L. (Dec. 2022)
"Good examples of goals for each dimension of academic language." D.A. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the visuals on the dimensions of academic language. Good visual supports." J.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Liked the core knowledge resource and goal writing examples." T.D. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the explanation of the tiered vocab and how the levels of academic vocabulary are integrated." L.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Easy to follow. I liked learning all of the new concepts from this course." M.W. (Nov. 2022)
"Good information!" S.K. (Oct. 2022)
"Understanding the importance of knowing the curriculum and what is being taught in the classroom to support academic language is beneficial for my practice." E.S. (Oct. 2022)
"The breadth of the topic; knowledge of the speaker; applicability to my work were good. I liked the ease of learning narrative structures over expository structures because they are already familiar." R.L. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the examples and resources as well as the goal writing for complex strategies." J.E. (Sept. 2022)
"Detailed information on academic curriculum. I liked the format of the powerpoint slides and not feeling overwhelmed by information." K.H. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the suggestions for classroom collaborating. Also, suggestions of the foreknowledge website!" R.J. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the very practical examples, the resources, and the design of the slides. The design of the slides was exceptional and will prove to be a helpful reference to the content presented in this presentation. C.P. (Aug. 2022)
"Great speaker - clear and easy to follow. Evidence based ideas and suggestions. Helpful resources and examples. Great visuals. I liked the discussion and breakdown of academic language, including the justification for integrating academic language and contextualizing language intervention." A.K. (Aug. 2022)
"Learning exactly what "academic language" is; the importance of working with the curriculum; an organized model to frame how to approach therapy for students in the schools. The instructor was knowledgeable, gave great examples, very appealing and informative slides." V.J. (Aug. 2022)
"I always like practical information such as the core knowledge website." M.M. (Aug. 2022)
"Goals and how to teach it! Course was easy to follow. Good powerpoint. Pleasant voice. Excellent information." B.K. (July 2022)
"I enjoyed the variety of language that was covered that relates to school based language use. I liked the specific ideas for working within the curriculum." S.R. (July 2022)
"I enjoyed the entire presentation. It provided a great blueprint and resources for teaching academic vocabulary. The Power Point was clear and easily understood. I loved the inclusion of the CoreKnowledge website." B.S. (June 2022)
"The examples of how to integrate multiple dimensions of academic language into a session were beneficial for my daily practice. The course was very informative and covered a lot of info." B.F. (June 2022)
"I liked the practicality of the course and resources and actual direction of how to apply this knowledge." D.J. (June 2022)
"The information was organized with great examples and the resources are greatly appreciated." M.D. (June 2022)
"I appreciated hearing about multiple types of goals that could fit what we learned. It was information that I could easily use in therapy." C.B. (June 2022)
"Practical and specific targets to implement in therapy. I liked the goal writing." L.S. (June 2022)
"I found topics on morphological knowledge and inferential thinking most beneficial. I liked the examples of goal writing and how to apply it to all areas. I also appreciated the informational website filled with resources." D.B. (June 2022)
"Information regarding the Core Knowledge website will be very helpful! Course was well organized and engaging. I will be able to utilize a lot of the information." H.H. (June 2022)
"It was to the point and easy to follow. I liked the use of narratives and academic language to help students." S.M. (June 2022)
"In depth discussion about Academic Language! I liked how she explained and provided specific examples of academic tasks that integrate multiple dimensions of academic language (storytelling, informational writing, reading). I also like how she provided specific examples of how to integrate academic language into specific subjects (science, social studies, etc)." H.P. (June 2022)
"Easy to listen to and she went at a good speed. I liked all the resources." A.P. (June 2022)
"It covered a broad spectrum of the academic language content." K.Q. (May 2022)
"The specific topic of vocabulary will be the most beneficial to my daily practice. I liked that sample goals and activities were given at the end of each dimension of academic language." J.C. (May 2022)
"I enjoyed hearing how effective using discourse and curriculum topics is for students as well as how to touch on multiple language areas. This course was very informative, research backed, with example goals and example therapy, and resources provided." K.C. (May 2022)
"I liked the link to language dynamics group, and that I was able to pause the video to take notes." C.T. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the specific goal writing examples, as well as the three activities that help with conceptualizing academic language." M.C. (Apr. 2022)
"The sequence of teaching will be helpful. I've been teaching vocab in context, but not in the framework, and have been frustrated by lack of retention." K.G. (Apr. 2022)
"The topic was quite relevant to the work I do. The presentation was thorough and practical." J.A. (Apr. 2022)
"Very easy to follow, extremely helpful, short and sweet and addresses something seen in the schools very often. I liked examples of the goals written out and I liked the resources provided." A.A. (Mar. 2022)
"I really enjoyed the treatment goals and how she explained everything in a clear, concise manner. " S.B. (Feb. 2022)
"I particularly enjoyed the different intervention examples and the specific goals provided. Presenter was well spoken, knowledge, and provided succinct information that I felt was functional." K.B. (Jan. 2022)
"The course gave specific examples of parts of language SLPs typically teach (morphology, vocabulary, etc..) and how to teach those within academic content rather than as isolated entities (via worksheets, skill lessons, etc...)." K.W. (Jan. 2022)
"Helpful reminders about how essential it is to provide contextual opportunities for learning vocabulary and the use of academic language." C.B. (Jan. 2022)
"It was very helpful to learn about the importance of academic language and including the lessons in my sessions. The course was clear and I was able to follow along with the slide show." C.L. (Dec. 2021)
"Coreknowledge.org vocabulary resource discussion is something that can be utilized nearly immediately. It is a great beginning course to talk about the tier 1/2/3 vocabulary framework, narrative/expository frames, and complex sentences. I completed "Creating Complex Sentence Competence: Evidenced-based Treatment to Improve Receptive and Expressive Syntax Skills" before this course. I wish I had completed this one first, and followed with the more in-depth CEU course. This is a great precursor course to the other." S.B. (Dec. 2021)
"I found the website suggestions and the sample goals to be very helpful. I loved the framework for academic language and the way inferencing ties it all together." L.B. (Dec. 2021)
"The information about making vocabulary relevant to academics and how to address academic vocabulary and the statistics mentioned which support the importance for focus on academic relevance are beneficial for my daily practice. A lot of helpful information about why and how to address vocabulary relating to academic materials and the website resource." K.T. (Dec. 2021)
"Information regarding academic language and how to teach it in the classroom will be beneficial in my daily practice. I liked the presentation of information." M.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the goal writing tied to core curriculum requirements. Everything that Trina presented could be immediately utilized in the school setting." J.G. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked that the presenter was concise and provided a clear framework for a lot of material." J.T. (Nov. 2021)
"Lots of examples of practical activities and ways to integrate multiple goals." M.M. (Nov. 2021)
"I found the information regarding the skills that I teach my students, and how they can be incorporated into the academic curriculum most beneficial. I hope more SLPs utilize academic language within their sessions with their students. It definitely provides teachers, parents. and most of all students with a better understanding of Speech/Language services. What I liked best about this course was how easily the content can be connected to everyday Speech/language goals and therapy, with meaningful outcomes." I.G. (Nov. 2021)
"I really loved the examples and resources from coreknowledge.org. I also liked the easy to follow, good speaker, and the content aligned with what feels important to me professionally." A.L. (Nov. 2021)
"I currently supervise two wonderful SLPA's and I would like to share this information as it supports what I have been encouraging them to do in their therapy sessions. Trina is an excellent speaker and teacher. Her presentation was clear and detailed." C.D. (Oct. 2021)
"The speaker provided the listener with excellent examples." G.J. (Aug. 2021)
"Learning about the dimensions of language and how I can integrate them into functional academic activities for my students will be beneficial for my daily practice. The practicality of all the information was great." J.T. (Aug. 2021)
"The whole concept of academic language and the specific ways to integrate instruction will help my daily practice. Excellent course from start to finish." W.C. (Aug. 2021)
Presenter: Martha S. Burns, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course covers the neurology of auditory processing disorders with a specific focus on oral language, reading, and cognitive issues that research has shown can be associated with APD in children and adolescents. Includes evidence-based interventions and online, open-access therapeutic and educational resources.... more+
"I enjoyed the review on CAPD and also the examples of treatment strategies." L.W. (Aug. 2024)
"Interventions of CAPD, definitions, neuroanatomy were beneficial. The course was clear and organized." P.F. (Aug. 2024)
"The need to address CAPD along with reading and language skills was a beneficial topic. To see a student's strengths and challenges, not weaknesses! Loved the free open access materials and the selected references at the end! The overall depth and scope of the presentation, particularly the quick, but crucial, neuroscience crash course! I thought the Case Study at the end nicely wrapped up the totality of material presented." P.B. (Aug. 2024)
"I enjoyed the neuro connection review. The course was interesting and easy to follow." C.P. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing the connection between dyslexia and APD was beneficial. Really good assessment and treatment information. I can’t wait to look at the digital resources she provided." M.B. (Jul. 2024)
"Combining visual and auditory supports was helpful. I liked the flow/content." M.A. (Jun. 2024)
"The link between APD and reading, all of the available open-access articles, and the website with EBP strategies for children with literacy difficulties were beneficial. I liked the review of brain anatomy and processing and how anatomy is related to intervention." M.R. (May. 2024)
"The Active Reading Model was beneficial. I enjoyed the presentation of recent evidence-based studies and findings. The presenter was clear and knowledgeable. The relationship between APD and Literacy Development and Dyslexia was well outlined." S.G. (Apr. 2024)
"The information on infants and adolescents was helpful. The course kept my attention." M.S. (Apr. 2024)
"Auditory processing recap was beneficial. I liked the review of neurology." J.G. (Apr. 2024)
"A helpful neurology review." M.C. (Apr. 2024)
"I thought the info about students in adolescence showing up with APD/reading challenges was very interesting and important. For my daily practice, I will use some of the tools (online and free!) recommended. Thanks for the online resources that were free -- excellent! Loved "Clusive" that lets students personalize the tools to aid with comprehension!" P.B. (Mar. 2024)
"Review of integrated approaches was beneficial. I enjoyed the review of processing and interventions / resources provided." P.M. (Mar. 2024)
"The specific interventions for the classroom were helpful. Very in-depth descriptions and explanations of APD." A.P. (Mar. 2024)
"Free resources to help students. Martha Burns is an excellent speaker and very knowledgeable. So happy she is willing to share what she knows." J.M. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked the reference to adolescents and adults. I was able to complete this course flexibly." S.J. (Feb. 2024)
"Everything was research-based and very current research. All of the reading intervention connections to APD and research were beneficial." S.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Relevant neurology and recent research presented very clearly. Anatomical and physiological review of auditory processing." R.F. (Dec. 2023)
"Learning about the different assessments and intervention approaches will be helpful to implement in my practice and also share with parents. I liked being able to rewind parts that I did not understand fully." X.C. (Nov. 2023)
"Assessment and Treatment. Course was concise." A.V. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the interventions and the recent research." S.Y. (Nov. 2023)
"Extensive research shared by the presenter to increase literacy outcomes in clients with (C)APD. And using a combination of assessments and interventions for clients with Auditory Processing Disorders." S.C. (Nov. 2023)
"Approaches and interventions for adolescents were beneficial. I liked the different program recommendations." R.A. (Nov. 2023)
"Lots of great resources for immediate use. I am a literacy specialist (SLP), and understanding the integrated nature of auditory processing with language as it applies to reading is very valuable information to me. Good visuals for neurological information." R.P. (Oct. 2023)
"The different evidence-based treatments and interventions were helpful. The material was straightforward." G.Z. (Sep. 2023)
"Interventions for Auditory Processing. Thorough coverage of this information." S.Y. (Sep. 2023)
"I really appreciated all of the research findings that provided more insight into the different learning/brain aspects of auditory processing and what could go wrong. Also loved the interventions offered." S.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I would highly recommend this speaker! Really liked how enthusiastic the speaker was throughout the presentation. Her energy was passed on to me, the listener, and I found all of the information she provided extremely useful and evidence-based." S.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the neurobiological explanation and the specific interventions." A.C. (Jul. 2023)
"I gained knowledge from each section. I always like visuals I can reference and material that I can adapt to my students. I enjoyed the logical order that was built on the previous section." E.D. (Jul. 2023)
"Therapy resources were helpful. I appreciate the clear linking of brain function research to impact on skills in speech, language, and reading in the individual. A review of recent research and a review of neurology is always helpful to me. The research was well-linked to practical implications for treating individuals. The course was challenging but not overwhelming." S.P. (Jul. 2023)
"Fantastic and knowledgeable speaker." L.P. (Jul. 2023)
"Thorough investigation of auditory processing’s links to other domains. I liked the research supported." J.D. (Jul. 2023)
"Research studies and the resources for strategies were beneficial." K.T. (May 2023)
"Learning how reading benefits therapy. I liked the neurology and evidence-based interventions presented." C.G. (May 2023)
"I liked the assessment and treatment and specific apps and websites. All information was supported by reliable references." A.Z. (May 2023)
"How auditory processing impacts literacy and early indicators of dyslexia and how they affect a child's learning. The section on dyslexia and language learning and how it correlates with learning how to read was new to me. This course gave me quite a bit of insight into one of my clients." E.V. (Apr. 2023)
"I especially appreciated the holistic approach and the clarification of different aspects of learners. Overall, I appreciated the summary of current research - presented in a way that I could understand, and in a way that made the information relevant to me and the students I teach." D.D. (Mar. 2023)
"The course outline was clear and evenly paced. One section led logically to the next. With this outline, it will be easy for me to review and locate specific information I might need in the future." D.D. (Mar. 2023)
"Interventions were beneficial. I liked all of it." S.L. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning relationship between APD and reading difficulties." J.J. (Feb. 2023)
"I love brain science personally. I liked the course organization and detail. Presenter did a good job following and elaborating on slides. The SLP role is often undervalued related to oral language/reading comprehension." E.W. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the top down approach to teach reading which would also target/address other skills. Course provided websites to use for therapy." A.M. (Feb. 2023)
"Course provided understanding and methods for intervention." M.K. (Feb. 2023)
"Interventions for APD were beneficial. Liked I could take course at my own pace." L.R. (Feb. 2023)
"Specific info on free materials to suggest to school staff to incorporate in class work. Rather intensive but very well presented and easy to follow. Had my attention throughout." E.H. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the effective APD interventions. The slides were very helpful." T.L. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of neurology and the impact on development and auditory processing and dyslexia." M.D. (Jan. 2023)
"Evidence-based tools. Main ideas help to explain issues to parents." L.D. (Dec. 2022)
"The information about APD and interventions was beneficial. I liked the connection between language therapy and reading treatment." M.A. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the resources she shared." M.S. (Dec. 2022)
"The whole presentation was very informative." A.V. (Dec. 2022)
"The treatment approaches and online materials were helpful. Great resources and I liked the knowledge of presenter." L.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Good application with resources." J.S. (Dec. 2022)
"The validation that working top-down and bottom-up for my students with dyslexia is efficacious. I liked the pace and the clear handout and the balance amongst interventions as valid, not all about AP." N.G. (Dec. 2022)
"The handout was thorough. I liked the explanation of the correlation between CAPD and reading, and the specific intervention ideas, websites, etc." P.D. (Nov. 2022)
"I enjoyed learning about the different evidence-based practices to implement in therapy. I also liked the anatomy refresher and gaining a better understanding of how the brain is impacted by APD." M.C. (Nov. 2022)
"Enjoyed it all. Provided information I can share with my teachers." G.S. (Nov. 2022)
"The connections to dyslexia and how to better assist those with APD was beneficial. I liked how I was able to take notes alongside the speaker." H.K. (Nov. 2022)
"The explanations of neural plasticity and epigenesis was good. I liked the section on diagnosis of APD with a list of all professionals who should be involved and the best APD assessments for SLPs." H.H. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the practicality of the course. Evidence based treatment strategies and assessment options." M.D. (Oct. 2022)
"The speaker gave so much information but made it understandable and with ideas for implementation." J.B. (Oct. 2022)
"All was relevant. I liked the links to the current research and the reinforcement of certain concepts for best practices for APD, oral language and literacy!" K.L. (Sept. 2022)
"I enjoyed the intervention portion - apps to aid both pediatrics and adults." B.H. (Sept. 2022)
"This course provided updated research and practical evidence-based strategies." V.S. (Sept. 2022)
"A wealth of information was provided in a short amount of time which can be studied further to provide current, relevant help and information to my clients." M.M. (Sept. 2022)
"Well organized and summarized recent relevant research in assessment and intervention." D.H. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the information on memory and attention skills as it related to auditory processing and reading skills. Also the information on influence of morphological awareness and competency in comprehension." D.H. (Aug. 2022)
"Appreciated the use of many recent studies that I had not read before!" T.R. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the content related to science and the practice of speech-language pathology." A.C. (Aug. 2022)
"The self-study content was current." L.W. (Aug. 2022)
"All learning outcomes were addressed in the course." A.M. (Aug. 2022)
Presenter: Megan Brazas, MA, CCC-SLP, QOM
While focusing solely on picture exchange is certainly beneficial for many children, successful outcomes using this approach still leave children unable to communicate in sentences and unable to say what they want to say, when they want to say it. This course will introduce the Core Vocabulary Exchange System® (CVES™), which incorporates picture exchange with core vocabulary to teach functional communication skills. Participants will learn to... more+
"Using Core Vocabulary checklists to determine selection and track use was helpful. I enjoyed the examples and explanations." E.O. (Aug. 2024)
"Development of a Personal Core List was beneficial. The topic was very functional." C.M. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussing how to set up core word boards, and an overview of CVES was beneficial. I liked that this course presented exactly what it advertised." C.A. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing ways to determine which words are beneficial to begin using with a child. I also liked the specific examples." M.R. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussing applied behaviour analysis to apply in the area of reinforcer assessment, core words chart etc was helpful. I enjoyed learning and understanding the general knowledge and doing it in our free time." K.S. (Jun. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss how to utilize the CVES system. Very thorough information and applicable/functional." K.H. (May. 2024)
"The use of prompt hierarchy and how does a prompt look or sound like was beneficial. I liked the chart of prompt hierarchy." J.L. (May. 2024)
"Adding in core words to picture exchange type system was helpful." S.S. (May. 2024)
"Beneficial information about use of core words vs fringe words; definition of imageability and the importance of sensory modalities to teach core words." T.A. (May. 2024)
"CVES is new to me, so the course as a whole is beneficial to my daily practice. She did a great job with visuals (I did not have to do a lot of note-taking), and gave lots of examples as well." S.D. (May. 2024)
"Core Word and Core Vocabulary and how they are utilized to communicate using CVES as a starter for AAC was beneficial. I liked the slides and her examples on the table." M.S. (Apr. 2024)
"The materials were practical and the examples and tools provided can be used with a variety of students. The idea of a low-tech AAC could benefit many non-verbal students and understanding what vocabulary to use that can support communication of a variety of communication needs." O.Z. (Apr. 2024)
"I found all of the course very beneficial, I particularly liked the resources provided for planning core words and extended vocabulary. Also transitioning from CVES to other systems. Resources, handout examples in the last section." P.Z. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the ideas of how to incorporate core words into daily routines." M.T. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing core vocabulary and the first functional words from all children was helpful. I liked all of this course." P.C. (Apr. 2024)
"Imageability and CVES were beneficial topics." A.J. (Mar. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss how to use CVES. Great to see the speaker on video next to slides." S.L. (Mar. 2024)
"Excellent course." C.C. (Mar. 2024)
"All of this course was helpful. I work with many preschool and school-age children with ASD who benefit from the use of visual icons to enhance their understanding and expression of basic needs and wants. I enjoyed the accessibility of viewing the speaker, reviewing the slides, printing out handouts and watching the videos in my own time." V.M. (Mar. 2024)
"The instructor was so knowledgeable. Learning how to choose specific vocabulary." R.F. (Jan. 2024)
"Beneficial topics included aided language input, modeling more than what the child may use in their exchange, communication loops, and the child being both speaker and listener (practice both roles). Well organized and good overview of CVES." C.W. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing low-tech devices was helpful. I liked the checklists." P.W. (Dec. 2023)
"Excellent presentation with valuable expertise." S.S. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked learning how to use CVES, the visuals, and the pace of the course." E.B. (Nov. 2023)
"The course content was very easily absorbed with great examples (I loved examples!) and quite easily carried into everyday practice. Learned the concept of pruning and the loss of cognitive function over time if receptive and expressive language stimulation isn't varied in order to grow white matter in all communication areas." S.G. (Nov. 2023)
"All of the topics were very helpful as I am new to AAC and trying to gain a better understanding. I found how to correctly use the low-tech devices in my therapy the most beneficial. I loved the videos the presenter showed of her clients using the low-tech devices and communication exchanges." K.H. (Nov. 2023)
"It was helpful to learn more information about AAC. The explanations were easy to follow." A.L. (Nov. 2023)
"The organization of the core vocabulary was helpful. I liked the visuals of the low-tech AAC boards." C.S. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the concept of this system and will use it with students. Clear slides and very well explained by the presenter." E.D. (Oct. 2023)
"We have many students who use either PECS or the Proloquo2Go application on a an iPad. I've had a hard time bridging the gap between the two, as well as teaching core words using PECS. This course provided great input regarding these two issues, as well as many functional tools for assessment and activities to facilitate increasing utterance length and vocabulary repertoire. I liked the assessment tools and handouts, and video examples." G.O. (Oct. 2023)
"The core checklist was helpful to determine the plan for targeted vocabulary based on what words the child understands, uses and generalizes. I liked the course handouts and charts." V.F. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the rationale for beginning with the 105 to 189 word sets. And the ability to take the course when & where I have time." S.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning how to use the CVES system with different approaches was beneficial. This course addressed many of the issues that PECS and core board have." M.P. (Sep. 2023)
"Speaker was knowledgeable. I liked the reinforcer assessment and use of CVES." M.P. (Sep. 2023)
"The entire presentation was very comprehensive and organized. The information presented thoroughly described how to implement the CVES program. The core word acquisition checklist seems very useful to assess ongoing progress." K.R. (Aug. 2023)
"The steps for language acquisition were beneficial and including the desired words. I liked the different ways for using requests, labeling, rejecting, etc." L.W. (Aug. 2023)
"Data collection and reinforcer assessment tools were helpful. Good organization of materials presented." E.E. (Aug. 2023)
"The topic of personal core is meaningful. The importance of teaching core vocabulary and what is meaningful to students using AAC. Instead of using random core words, I will choose words that are imageable to increase communication. Her presentation included visual examples and how to implement them in therapy." S.G. (Aug. 2023)
"All of it was useful! I liked the examples of what the CVES looked like and how it is used." R.R. (Jul. 2023)
"I found that the CVES was a systematic way of introducing a low tech communication system to facilitate language acquisition and communication intent to mainly non-verbal students. The system is customizable to individuals and incorporates personal core to the already 400 core vocabulary. The presenter demonstrated how to initiate the system and to facilitate language development. I liked the many forms and examples." M.L. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the core vocabulary usage. Course was easy to follow." W.S. (Jul. 2023)
"The speaker was interesting, and time flew by! The overall design of this program with charts to track will be extremely useful. All the handouts were very detailed and comprehensive, which allowed more attention to listening to the speaker and adding notes versus taking notes." E.V. (Jun. 2023)
"The presenter was well-spoken and provided a lot of research and examples throughout. Learning to use a low-tech AAC system to transition to a higher-tech device was beneficial. I liked the course pace." B.S. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the idea of keeping icon pictures in the same place for motor memory and color-coordinating types of words. The idea of placing white masking icons around a target word was a great teaching tool. The addition of core words to a student's visual schedule was also a great idea. This course was well organized and there were several examples of how this system would work throughout the day." S.Q. (Jun. 2023)
"This information is usable and relatable. I liked the reinforcer profiles and the checklist for words being used and in what context they are being used. I also liked how this system combines using core words with a picture exchange and with a motor plan component." M.J. (May 2023)
"I liked the discussion of core vocabulary with autism. And the CVES binders." A.G. (May 2023)
"Quality instruction and knowledgeable instructor. In-depth discussion of the Core Vocabulary Exchange System." P.S. (May 2023)
"Handouts and presentation were clear. Learning prompts to be avoided was beneficial." C.C (May 2023)
"I liked the speaker's knowledge and this use of AAC." L.V. (May 2023)
"The entire discussion! I soaked it all in! I appreciated the supplemental videos. I liked the whole course!" C.R. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked learning how to integrate the CVES into therapy and routines." A.C. (Mar. 2023)
"This system makes so much more sense than the basic picture exchange for items in immediate environment. Personally, the section on autism and the neuroscience behind attention and filtering deficits was the most beneficial." D.H. (Mar. 2023)
"I enjoyed the discussion on how to implement and use CVES with students. I thought the structure of explaining the purpose of CVES, how to put the tools together, and begin introduction for use was helpful." S.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Reasoning behind single word use. I liked the entire course and especially loved all the checklists and planning tools." S.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Language development (SNUG), motor planning were beneficial. I liked the focus on language, resources, and videos." A.B. (Mar. 2023)
"All of it was beneficial." B.S. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the concepts of low-tech and core vocabulary with AAC systems and how they can be used in situations where hi-tech cannot be used. Core Word Acquisition Checklist will be beneficial." M.B. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the core language and the case studies." B.R. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked all of it. Seeing how to use CVES with students in therapy was beneficial." R.I. (Jan. 2023)
"Course was practical. Examples were easy to understand. I liked the use of core vocabulary." O.R. (Dec. 2022)
"The speaker was excellent, and the resources will be extremely helpful." C.P. (Dec. 2022)
"Thorough and great handouts - and videos of actual use of program." M.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Good pace and demonstrations." C.R. (Dec. 2022)
"I learned more about brain functioning in ASD individuals, and the possibility that we can influence that development via language and communication skills learning. Excellent language development review. Specific information on how to use the system. A presentation I could easily refer back to, as needed." M.G. (Dec. 2022)
"This is a great AAC tool and helpful for those patients that aren’t ready for a high tech device. I recently took another AAC course and the content in this one was very consistent. It mentioned the following: elicit requests using preferred reinforcers, give adequate response time, and having icons in the same place is very important for motor planning." J.V. (Dec. 2022)
"Very clear, organized presentation. One of the best I have ever attended." T.R. (Nov. 2022)
"Easy to navigate course." E.S. (Nov. 2022)
"The combination of the speaker's instruction, videos, materials, and examples for better understanding was good. I liked the connection between typical language development and the actual use of CVES." A.L. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the structure of the handouts and the idea of imageability. Good protocol for initial core word identification." T.C. (Oct. 2022)
"Format of course was good. I liked the explanation/discussion of core words." S.F. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the visuals included in the slides. And learning how to assess for core word acquisition." R.M. (Oct. 2022)
"Using CVES to increase both expressive and receptive language skills was good to learn. The course was rich in content." A.G. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked how it tied in with typical language development. And learning how to setup the core boards and binders." P.K. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked all of the content - choosing core words and fringe vocabulary for specific children, and taking data for understanding and use." D.K. (Aug. 2022)
"The whole webinar was beneficial for my daily practice." V.K. (Aug. 2022)
"Learning how to use picture exchange when teaching vocabulary was good. I liked all of the course content." N.C. (Aug. 2022)
"Great information to utilize in practice." M.C. (Aug. 2022)
"There was a lot of information and examples provided that allowed for application of the knowledge. I liked the demonstrations for carryover of skills for more than communication for basic statements." A.R. (July 2022)
"I liked the instruction on phrases to model using child's preferred activities." M.V. (July 2022)
"Learning how to incorporate low tech AAC into different forms of communication was beneficial. And learning how to use this form of communication with different populations." L.K. (July 2022)
"I loved the organization, the colorful slides and using the CVES pictures. I loved recording the baby’s first 10 words and analyzing what word types they are using." J.S. (July 2022)
"It was packed with an abundance of information. I liked the downloadable handouts/inventories. Also the therapy clips of the children using CVES." L.M. (June 2022)
"It was all superbly explained and pertinent to helping my youngest students who are just beginning a language journey. The Aided Language Input section was especially helpful; also showing first 10 words, and how to use masking. The presenter did a marvelous job of comprehensive coverage of CVES and all its components as well as explaining all of the what/how/why basics." K.A. (June 2022)
"I liked how it supported functional communication. The video clips showing use of the visual schedule, masking icons, SNUG and specific uses of the CVES were good. The handouts are helpful including the reinforcement assessment, etc." C.H. (June 2022)
"I liked the entire course. The instructor was great!" R.E. (June 2022)
"I liked learning to use core with the first / then and scheduling, how to use core words in their many functions, how to get started - the inventories and language acquisition, and that I was able to view course in my own time and place. Also great resources." T.P. (June 2022)
"It gave excellent explanation on how to teach core vocabulary using picture exchange. I liked the discussion on how to choose core vocabulary based on imageability." S.Z. (May 2022)
"I love that it was on demand and saved my progress!" J.F. (May 2022)
"I liked the examples for language expansion." A.S. (May 2022)
"I liked the use of core words in language acquisition and expansion. Appreciated that the presentation was divided into sections with access to print the slides." M.H. (May 2022)
"I liked the concept of parents filling out the inventory at the beginning, then again after a few weeks to assess progress and determine goals." S.F. (May 2022)
"I love the idea of pairing our daily schedule with core words (I'm currently a Pre-K teacher, though I've also been an SLP for many years). The information was very practical and very clear." R.W. (Apr. 2022)
"The use of the CVES system as a low tech AAC system for use with my low to non-verbal students will benefit my practice. I liked the course. It was a wonderful presentation." N.W. (Apr. 2022)
"The course was very easy to understand and interesting. Learning how to incorporate core vocabulary and aided language into my sessions, creating a communication loop, and using the icons to respond back to my students was beneficial for my practice." D.G. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the availability of how to start with use of icons, then track and keep data on progress." A.B. (Mar. 2022)
"Very practical. I liked the imageability and methods to create inventories." D.G. (Mar. 2022)
"Course was engaging. I liked the ideas to mask words for students who are learning at a slower rate." J.G. (Mar. 2022)
"The course had the content and style of in-person, yet it was online. Very convenient." L.C. (Mar. 2022)
"Will definitely be utilizing this process. Very, very useful!" J.H. (Mar. 2022)
"Learning that with ASD there are connectivity deficits in the brain and their impact and how we as clinicians can connect the white fiber tracts via receptive input to reduce over-pruning." J.B. (Mar. 2022)
"I think this will benefit some of the younger kids at our school." J.W. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the blend of best practice and research information, and learning about an exchange system highlighting core words. I liked how CVES can be a bridge to a speech generating device with robust language pages." M.J. (Mar. 2022)
"Excellent Workshop! This system is completely new to me and I'm excited to try it!" D.B. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the importance of core vocabulary overall and how to use it with picture exchange. The presenter kept my attention throughout and it was easy to follow." K.K. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the information on how to start choosing vocabulary and then how to build child's language going forward using the device. Sometimes choosing vocabulary can be overwhelming as there can be so many options." K.W. (Jan. 2022)
"Great conference - excellent examples - well explained and demonstrated." T.A. (Jan. 2022)
"Presenter was very easy to follow and kept my attention even though it was online." L.T. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked all of it as I continue to struggle with how to use low tech devices with nonverbal children. We do not have a system in place so I will have to order this one. Plus being able to watch tutorials on youtube is very helpful." N.M. (Jan. 2022)
"Excellent examples - well explained and demonstrated - great handouts." T.A. (Jan. 2022)
"Presenter was very easy to follow and kept my attention even though it was online." L.T. (Jan. 2022)
"She's done her research and walks the walk. Great job!" M.V. (Dec. 2021)
"I loved the incorporation of receptive and expressive language into an exchange type format. I loved the pairing of core words throughout the day and activities. I loved the discussion of brain impact when not addressing all parts of communication." L.M. (Dec. 2021)
"Love the refresher in development and also how to work with BCBA." R.B. (Dec. 2021)
"I was not familiar with the CVES but have been interested in it for use with my students. Presentation was very good and linked to numerous references. Demonstrations were also helpful." S.C. (Dec. 2021)
"It was clear and concise and used real-life examples." S.C. (Dec. 2021)
"All of this presentation will be incorporated in my daily practice." K.C. (Dec. 2021)
"I found the research about tactile input and benefits of moving pictures versus pointing to them helpful." S.B. (Dec. 2021)
"The Core Word Acquisition chart will be almost immediately utilized in my therapy session with several students." S.B. (Dec. 2021)
"I enjoyed learning how this communication system is built for a child using core words, fringe words, and how it ties to developmental milestones in language." E.C. (Nov. 2021)
"I appreciated all aspects of this course...the review, the handouts, and the wealth of information." J.S. (Oct. 2021)
"Presented in an orderly, clear, and concise manner. One of the best online courses I have done." C.M. (Oct. 2021)
"This tool seems very detailed and comprehensive but flexible. It seems to be based on both research and practical experience. I appreciate that the pre therapy data collection and the ongoing data collection tools are included." S.P. (Oct. 2021)
"How to use the checklist and how to select from there the actual target core/fringe words based on their preferences was good information. I like the manner explained, examples, visuals, material and all of the resources examples provided." S.V. (Sept. 2021)
"I appreciated having the handouts for where to start - gathering the preferences and word lists, then the explanation. Being able to have all the materials, especially the docs to implement the program and then moving at my own pace to reflect upon the student that I will be using CVES with." K.H. (Aug. 2021)
"The discussion on the CVES system and how it works for core and fringe vocabulary and reinforcing language development along established pathways was beneficial. The client videos showing us the CVES system were nice." S.M. (Aug. 2021)
"I love this system. I have grappled with many types of systems thru the years and this seems to address all of them." S.T. (Aug. 2021)
Presenter: Marissa Rocheleau, MA, CCC-SLP
This course outlines how to implement telepractice in a school-based setting, including how-tos for holding IEPs and case management virtually. It includes implementation suggestions that therapists can immediately apply in their practice.... more+
"It was helpful to discuss how to schedule IEP meetings and formatting for how to advise the facilitator and get in contact with the team. Information communicated in an easy-to-digest way." C.G. (Jul. 2024)
"The IEP processes were beneficial. The course was easy to comprehend and gave me more teletherapy ideas for my sessions." E.S. (Jan. 2024)
"The info on calendars/signatures was helpful!" K.W. (Dec. 2023)
"The examples of therapy were beneficial. This course was applicable to my new job." P.R. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked how the presenter showed an actual teletherapy session." R.I. (Oct. 2023)
"The part on the use of Calendly, Doodle, Hellosign, Adobesign, and Docusign was beneficial. It was a broad overview." R.R. (Aug. 2023)
"I appreciated the slides on how to make IEP meetings go smoothly with consideration of HIPAA and confidentiality concerns. It's always nice to watch a therapy session!" N.G. (Jul. 2023)
"The importance of a BAA in telepractice was confirmed in this presentation. I have worked with administrators who believed that a BAA was not necessary. I liked the availability of taking this course virtually." T.O. (Dec. 2022)
"I thought the discussion on the videoconferencing platform and obtaining electronic signatures was particularly beneficial because these are areas I have very little experience in." C.F. (Nov. 2022)
"I appreciated the presenter sharing her detailed knowledge of the process with visuals, thereby facilitating my learning about the IEP procedures." C.F. (Nov. 2022)
"I appreciated the scheduling meeting app and electronic signature references." B.D. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked the therapy session demonstration, IEP information, and team communication." B.D. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked all the content. Course was easy to understand." B.B. (Feb. 2022)
"The video of the therapy session was very beneficial to have a concrete example of the technical operations for telepractice." C.R. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the demonstration of hello, sign, scheduling program. Therapy session example was interesting." T.A. (Jan. 2022)
"This was all very applicable to my setting and daily practice." J.B. (Dec. 2021)
"Great information on setting up therapy sessions and meetings." N.W. (Dec. 2021)
"So many facets of this course to love, particularly for someone new to teletherapy! I can't choose one. I found it ALL beneficial! Watching an ACTUAL therapy session via teletherapy was everything! That alone sets this course apart from others! It was real-world experience that so many courses don't have any more. Many courses are all about research which may be interesting but isn't helpful when we are faced with a child sitting across from us and wondering how to manage all these moving parts. I feel more confident about doing this as a newbie than I did before I took the course." S.G. (Dec. 2021)
"This was a helpful guide on types of tele-practice and the expectations. I liked the way the speaker showed more than one option." M.O. (Dec. 2021)
"Demonstrations of different scheduling resources available as well as how to get confidential documents signed electronically." J.T. (Oct. 2021)
"The various types of service delivery that can be done via telemedicine was beneficial for my daily practice." E.A. (Sept. 2021)
"I really enjoyed her therapy video demo addressing a variety of IEP goals within one session. Having done school-based teletherapy for the last year and a half, I found her suggestions and recommendations very true and practical." J.C. (Sept. 2021)
"This course is up to date and relevant. Current research is presented, with research studies and results of less than 5 years being utilized in this course. It is vital to continue to present research studies and results to clinicians so that we can continue to use data-driven decision-making and evidence-based evaluation and therapy techniques." K.B. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Nancy Kaufman, MA, CCC-SLP
Join apraxia expert, Nancy Kaufman, for this online course as she discusses evaluation and treatment strategies for Childhood Apraxia of Speech. This presentation will include signs and symptoms of CAS, establishing motivation, shaping word approximations, implementing and fading cues, reinforcement strategies, data collection, scripting functional expressive language, coaching parents, and practicing skills in the natural environment.... more+
"How to break down the words into the best approximation for the child was a beneficial topic. I enjoyed the video examples and explanations of each one as well as the follow-up videos when the child was older." C.H. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked discussing the things that should be avoided when doing treatment to cas." P.V. (Aug. 2024)
"It was helpful to learn how to use the Kaufman Kits. I liked the real-life examples of cases and progress." A.R. (Aug. 2024)
"Teaching phonological processes was beneficial. Great information and lots of examples." K.S. (Aug. 2024)
"EVERYTHING! The definitions, explanations, rationale, and demonstration of the K-SLP process were wonderful! I will be practicing and implementing this process, as well as being more deliberate with cues, scripting, and fading of cues. It was a fantastic course!" K.P. (Aug. 2024)
"Target selection and engagement were beneficial." K.D. (Jul. 2024)
"Types of cues and tactile cues for vowels and consonants. Excellent presentation and teaching." R.L. (Jul. 2024)
"I had not heard of the Rapid Motor Imitation Antecedent Training and I found this to be a very good idea for working with kids who are not at the verbal imitation stage. I liked the breakdowns of do's and don'ts and why such as keeping the initial consonant with the vowel and not breaking this." C.D. (Jul. 2024)
"Videos of children and therapists were helpful. I liked that the course is available anytime - no time limit." M.K. (Jul. 2024)
"The techniques used to elicit speech for nonverbal children, as well as whole words and phrases were beneficial. I will be able to use these techniques in my therapy. I really appreciated all of the video examples. It made the course much more interesting and effective than just presenting the material without being able to see the methods and techniques used with actual clients." D.P. (Jul. 2024)
"The idea of teaching word approximations initially rather than insisting on correct productions. The example videos were very helpful!" K.G. (Jul. 2024)
"Beneficial development of appropriate goals based on specific assessment outcomes. Use of cues to be implemented depending on level of the child's ability. I liked the extensive examples provided by the presenter." J.V. (Jun. 2024)
"I found the entire presentation to be of great value to me as an SLP. Specifically, Nancy's breakdown of the program and how to build first words to then increase MLU without needing to wait for perfection. I also found her detailed descriptions of cueing to be very valuable. Nancy's presentation was engaging and informative. Her expertise and skill were evident in her ease of discussion about the KSLP. Her humor was well timed and her use of videos for further understanding was extremely beneficial to observe practical application of concepts being discussed." A.C. (Jun. 2024)
"Introducing cues and then fading them to generate independence from the child. Nancy is a fantastic presenter and her videos were helpful in being able to visualize how to implement K-SLP." A.P. (Jun. 2024)
"The different cue types and methods to implement cues. I enjoyed the entire course. Normally, I have trouble maintaining my attention to continuing education courses, but this one kept me very engaged. I also enjoyed the clinical video demonstrations with real clients." I.L. (Jun. 2024)
"Actual therapy techniques and strategies for working with clients and how to help parents carryover targeted skills at home. I liked Nancy's description of techniques and strategies followed by real-life examples of them being implemented in sessions." K.R. (Jun. 2024)
"This course was a good place to start, given my limited knowledge of CAS. I liked the video examples." A.Z. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussing overgeneralization and the use of auditory bombardment was beneficial, also allowing the children to find items that they prefer and incorporating those in activities as best as possible, allowing the child to use approximations initially and then providing them with more specific instruction to refine the production as their skills progress. I enjoyed the example videos shown and the explanations of them as the video was playing. I always learn best by doing something myself or watching someone do something so it was incredibly helpful to have instruction as the video was going." B.C. (May. 2024)
"The hand cues were helpful. I liked being able to watch the course again." A.A. (May. 2024)
"Cues and teaching caregivers were beneficial topics. I enjoyed the examples, easy to listen to and understand the techniques." B.I. (May. 2024)
"Suggestions for the use of approximations were helpful. I liked the pre and post videos." T.P. (May. 2024)
"The techniques offered are great!" A.J. (May. 2024)
"Real-life therapy examples were beneficial. I liked how the course was broken up and organized." S.R. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing how to approach CAS through specific targets was helpful. I liked the video examples of treatment and parent coaching." A.N. (Mar. 2024)
"The emphasis on cues, especially hand signs. The delivery was exemplary. I also enjoyed the exposure to so many sessions on video." G.L. (Mar. 2024)
"Discussing how to implement with my patients was beneficial. I enjoyed the flexibility of this course." Y.C. (Mar. 2024)
"Steps, cues, fading, and materials were all helpful. I liked the examples and videos." C.N. (Mar. 2024)
"I like the examples of students, and I liked the suggestions of how to implement therapy. I also enjoyed the example videos." J.A. (Mar. 2024)
"Evaluation, cueing techniques, and parent/family training. I enjoyed the video examples." S.K. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the cueing methods and videos of success!" K.C. (Mar. 2024)
"The use of approximations and fading cues were helpful. I enjoyed the videos of therapy in action." A.L. (Feb. 2024)
"Approximations were beneficial. I liked all of the course! Thanks a lot for sharing your methods." M.T. (Feb. 2024)
"It was beneficial understanding that prompting the approximation is still beneficial to the child. I liked that I could watch the course over, to understand it when mixed with my caseload." K.L. (Feb. 2024)
"Beneficial cues and specific tricks for eliciting different sounds. I liked the video examples and very well-organized slides." H.S. (Feb. 2024)
"This was such a good course as it gave me confidence in continuing to do what I am doing in therapy. I have been an SLP for 18 years, and sometimes we begin to question our methods- as cueing becomes so second nature to us. This course reminded me of the importance of including the parents in the treatment and helping them learn how to cue and what to target. The video examples." A.F. (Jan. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss the use of the KSPT Test & K-SLP Methods and Behavioral Strategies. I liked the variety of slides and pre and post-progress videos." H.W. (Jan. 2024)
"How to prompt and cue, and how to fade prompts and cues was beneficial. This course was well organized and had lots of great videos." V.M. (Jan. 2024)
"Working with non-verbal children and children with ASD was beneficial. I liked the examples of techniques in use." B.E. (Dec. 2023)
"It will be beneficial to incorporate the specific cueing hierarchy as taught by Mrs. Kaufman. I enjoyed the therapy videos, which exemplified the methods discussed." D.S. (Dec. 2023)
"The best way to teach approximations towards target words as well as how to use the Kaufman cards was beneficial. Easy to follow course, great examples. I also appreciated the review of "What not to do" at the end of the course." M.L. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of the Kaufman cards and how to use them. I thought the course was very engaging." M.B. (Dec. 2023)
"The use of approximations to eventually produce accurate words and phrases was beneficial. I enjoyed the real-life examples via videos." J.J. (Dec. 2023)
"I found this course beneficial because it focused on clinical aspects, not just theory. I liked all the therapy examples provided." C.H. (Dec. 2023)
"I have been using the Kaufman Cards for years, and now I have a better understanding of the elicitation techniques, cues, and fading of prompts. I LOVED all the therapy video demonstrations. This is what is missing in many other professional developments. Mrs. Kaufman tells you what to do and then shows you HOW to do it." D.G. (Dec. 2023)
"Learning to shape already used sounds into simplifications of the word. I liked the amount of videos used in the course so that we can actively see the therapy approaches being used." K.K. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked watching the videos of Nancy using her therapy methods." L.S. (Dec. 2023)
"This was a fantastic course! I liked the presenter." A.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Loved the detailed discussion about cueing and the many resources included in this course. Really appreciated how so many different techniques were discussed and demonstrated. Very practical information!! Well organized. Great resources." D.E. (Nov. 2023)
"Using pivot words and phrases was helpful. I loved watching this therapy in action." L.G. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked seeing actual therapy sessions using the K-SLP method. Discussing simplifying motor plans was beneficial, also scripting carrier phrases to increase utterance length throughout (not waiting for vocabulary to reach a certain threshold)." J.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Superb examples of therapy! Diverse and complete course. Outstanding handout as a supplement." K.F. (Nov. 2023)
"Learning the use and function of the Kaufman Kit was beneficial. I liked the case studies provided and the discussion of diagnosing CAS." R.A. (Nov. 2023)
"Engaging speaker. I liked the various comments made throughout the course." M.N. (Nov. 2023)
"Nancy is a great presenter, and I learned so much from her years of experience. I loved the examples shown of videos of children. Fading cues, putting words together through approximations, and using the Kaufman materials appropriately." L.K. (Oct. 2023)
"The cueing methods were helpful. And use of verbal behavior terminology and techniques of teaching." K.K. (Oct. 2023)
"Target words, shaping techniques, and parent coaching information were all beneficial. I liked the videos of pre/post treatment sessions for various clients." V.G. (Oct. 2023)
"The tips for where to start with a child who is not imitating (or attending to my face in order to imitate) early developing consonant phonemes were beneficial. Nancy, thanks for your humility!!" H.E. (Oct. 2023)
"Nancy is a great presenter and had excellent video examples that helped me relate principles back to my caseload. Instruction on K-SLP assessment, 5-word lists, explanation of various cues to use, rationale and suggestions for moving forward with language therapy while continuing to target motor planning principles were all beneficial topics." J.W. (Sep. 2023)
"Everything was very helpful! Thank you! I liked the different case studies presented and the clear information provided." S.M. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked all of it. Especially liked the demonstrations of cues. Videos were very helpful." P.J. (Sep. 2023)
"The 8 AVB Teaching Strategies for CAS were beneficial. The videos were very helpful in learning how to implement all the techniques." C.C. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the different types of cues, and the variety of video examples." S.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Specifically, I found the discussion of approximations most beneficial for my daily practice." M.M. (Sep. 2023)
"All of it was excellent. Presenter is terrific. She has been doing this for years and is an expert in this field. She is engaging, specific in recs, and easy to follow." I.U. (Sep. 2023)
"All the videos were a wonderful addition to the course that helped me to see the topics/areas of discussion in practice. I liked the videos and the humor! Would love to see it in person - but for an online course this was quite engaging." M.C. (Aug. 2023)
"I can't isolate any one topic because it was all very useful. The lecture was very clear, and the video examples illustrated concepts very well. I like that the handout could be saved electronically." J.B. (Aug. 2023)
"Word approximations, treatment techniques, parent coaching. Nancy Kaufman was very engaging. Great information and videos." S.L. (Aug. 2023)
"This course was very practical. The starting lists and the overview were helpful." C.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the video examples of therapy techniques." K.P. (Aug. 2023)
"This whole course was helpful, and seeing the videos was especially helpful to reinforce what was being taught in terms of techniques. I liked the presenter!! She is amazing...so much energy and knowledge." R.R. (Aug. 2023)
"Specific cues, target selection, and how to fade cues. I liked the course format." O.R. (Aug. 2023)
"Everything was beneficial. I liked the topic of the principles of behaviorism and how to apply them to my therapy." J.L. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the overview of each child's performance on the test, and the followup after therapy." S.E. (Aug. 2023)
"I found the step-by-step approach helpful such as combining the consonants and vowels within a child's repertoire, practicing nouns, functional requests, pivot phrases etc. The speaker provided great detail as to where to start with a child and how to progress to successful communication over time. I enjoyed the videos of each child from when they started therapy until present time. It was helpful to see Nancy working with each child and implementing the strategies." D.A. (Jul. 2023)
"The use of the Kaufman method and ways of getting started were beneficial. I liked the therapy videos and seeing the framework of the Kaufman method in action and seeing the progress videos. Very helpful." J.L. (Jul. 2023)
"I found the clinical application and word lists very beneficial. I liked the numerous examples and strategies that I can easily adapt into my sessions." K.C. (Jul. 2023)
"Seeing the use of the Kaufman Cards was helpful for me to learn how to use them more effectively. All of the videos were very relevant and provided good examples of the different techniques within the KSLP method." S.S. (Jul. 2023)
"Detailed process of how to approach therapy. I enjoyed the progress videos." M.B. (Jul. 2023)
"Videos showing various stages of treatment were amazing. So helpful to see implementation in real time!" K.M. (Jun. 2023)
"Learned many ways to implement the KSLP with my current caseload. I liked the video examples of the different kids (and seeing their progress)." L.E. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked all the videos of treatment sessions, especially the videos pertaining to non-verbal children." K.D. (Jun. 2023)
"Practical therapy techniques." B.R. (Jun. 2023)
"I enjoyed learning about the K-SLP kits 1 and 2 as well as other K-SLP materials. I love that I can complete the course at my convenience." S.H. (May 2023)
"Syllable shape progression and different ideas for ways to cue and fade cues were beneficial. Lots of information packed into a succinct package. Videos were helpful to see how techniques are implemented." A.G. (May 2023)
"Learning about this approach! From where to start, how to use materials, reinforcement, fading cues, and coaching parents. I liked the handout and the videos that demonstrate how to use this approach. It was so nice to see before, during and after videos. It helps a clinician realize that the child who struggles greatly can still achieve functional communication and beyond!" H.O. (May 2023)
"Syllable shapes and using approximations were beneficial. I liked the balance between the speech motor practice and the language issues. Moreover, I liked the structured planning of the treatment from the early stages in nonverbal children to the 2-3 word utterances in functional expressive language." G.M. (May 2023)
"All the treatment plans were beneficial. I have a lot of children with apraxic characteristics. I liked the suggested words to target." E.P. (May 2023)
"The teaching strategies were most beneficial for my daily practice. Nancy's skill and expertise in diagnosing and treating students with apraxia of speech was evident throughout this course. She is an amazing presenter and was able to hold my attention throughout the course. She provided relevant and useful information in a clear way and then paired that information with real-life examples, which showed her applying the information during sessions with children. I absolutely loved being able to watch her in action!" E.M. (May 2023)
"How to cue appropriately and learning the mistakes often made during this type of therapy was beneficial. Easy to follow, and I could do it on my own time." L.J. (May 2023)
"Evaluating students with apraxia was beneficial. I liked the video examples and therapy ideas." A.C. (May 2023)
"All of it was beneficial, mainly starting with non-verbal. Presented really well. Videos great in reinforcing what was being taught." C.H. (Apr. 2023)
"The various types of cues were beneficial. I liked the thorough amount of information and the videos of real clients/therapy." R.M. (Apr. 2023)
"I really enjoyed learning how to use the approximations of the words. And I was able to watch course over several weeks on my time line." J.K. (Apr. 2023)
"Many video examples of what to do during therapy as well as explanations on why Nancy did certain things during the sessions." A.S. (Apr. 2023)
"The assessment and treatment strategies to assist children with CAS were beneficial. I liked the videos to support the content." R.J. (Apr. 2023)
"This entire training was beneficial. I can utilize these strategies with students currently on my caseload. The strategies can be taught to parents as well to support carryover. The content was clear and precise. I liked the idea of pivot phrases to increase sentence length." C.H. (Apr. 2023)
"Learning failures to avoid when implementing the K-SLP method was beneficial. I liked the videos showing techniques explained." M.L. (Apr. 2023)
"The therapy videos and types of cues to incorporate/fade were beneficial." A.M. (Mar. 2023)
"The cueing hierarchy was very beneficial and I will make sure to fade cues when possible. I also appreciated how easy Nancy made it to explain what Apraxia is to parents. I loved the real-life videos of therapy sessions. It really helps tie it all together when I can see it done in therapy." A.K. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked that this course covered evaluation and treatment. It was helpful to watch the videos and see the methods and techniques implemented. The speaker was very specific and gave many ideas and recommendations that were helpful." K.K. (Mar. 2023)
"This was all beneficial. And the knowledge is applicable to many different types of students." G.W. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked all the examples on how to implement this approach." A.P. (Mar. 2023)
"The reference to types of cues and datasheet was beneficial. Lots of videos. Clear powerpoint." T.P. (Mar. 2023)
"I loved how she included progress videos of previous students to further provide this method is effective in treating CAS. I liked the discussion regarding having a list of favorites, various types of cues, coaching parents and guiding them how to assist students at home, and the lists of DO's and DONT'S." S.E. (Mar. 2023)
"I found everything tremendously helpful. I liked the discussion regarding simplification and use of phonological processes to gradually improve to accurate productions of words. I really appreciated the use of videos to model each point. It was helpful to see the concepts in action, and the way in which Nancy conducts her therapy sessions." M.B. (Feb. 2023)
"Seeing the actual therapy was beneficial. I liked the discussion of approximations. Often therapists try for full words. I liked the breakdown she explained about each phoneme blending together in a word." L.B. (Feb. 2023)
"The videos and explanations of prompting and fading techniques were very helpful. All of the videos were helpful at illustrating use of the therapy techniques described in the course." D.A. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning implementation of the Kaufman treatment kits. I liked the thorough way Nancy explained and provided examples of treatment." J.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Liked session on working with nonverbal kids. Lots of examples with children." M.H. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked that I could view and review at my own pace." C.M. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning how to use the approximations to shape the target words. I liked that we could take course on our own time. It did not have to be completed in one sitting." J.C. (Feb. 2023)
"Creating a plan for children with apraxia, depending on their case. I liked seeing the therapy progress in the videos." K.G. (Jan. 2023)
"I love Nancy Kaufman's speaking style and I use her method combined with others all the time." A.W. (Jan. 2023)
"I appreciated the review of the various cues and also the hierarchy of support regarding word simplifications. The video examples were helpful." A.R. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning cues and getting words to best approximation was beneficial. Engaging and great video examples to pair with her teaching." R.Y. (Jan. 2023)
"Understanding the sound hierarchy for learning was beneficial. And connecting expressive language goals with articulation." J.G. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked how she worked to incorporate the Kaufman Cards into play therapy, and also using the pivot words and phrases. And that course was broken up in sections, so you could watch a segment and easily start back up the next day. I also enjoyed the videos of "real time" practice. It was so helpful to observe and take notes on strategies of what worked and didn't work." M.M. (Jan. 2023)
"Discussion and examples of how to identify/improve word approximations was beneficial. I liked Nancy's humor, her plethora of videos from years of experience, and identification/acknowledgement of errors she made along the way!" J.F. (Dec. 2022)
"Everything! I'm a fairly new therapist and have a few kiddos on my caseload who I suspect have CAS, so this is helpful. I LOVE all the video examples. It's easiest to learn this way (what to do, what not to do, cues, etc.)." B.G. (Dec. 2022)
"The different types of cues and prompting were great. The examples of approximations were helpful and I liked the way it gradually increased in difficulty." A.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Specific modeling and fading of techniques and the reminder to make it fun! I love Nancy's energy. She is so knowledgeable and makes learning her techniques interesting and fun!" K.K. (Dec. 2022)
"I found it very beneficial to know that approximations are helpful in advancing the motor plan in CAS. I liked the video examples." A.G. (Dec. 2022)
"Very informative speaker with information that I can implement immediately in my sessions." A.E. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked being able to watch initially with a colleague, review it again, and have the handouts! This course is amazing!!" K.K. (Nov. 2022)
"I enjoyed the videos. Seeing the techniques actually being applied rather than just discussed was very helpful." M.F. (Nov. 2022)
"I have the Kaufman Kits, Sign to Language kits, and the book and now I know how to use them better in therapy. I did have some misunderstandings and this course cleared them up for me. I will use the kits with more kids even those with less severe deficits as I see how they can be beneficial. I will use pivot words/phrases more often." M.S. (Nov. 2022)
"It was interesting to get some therapy approaches." E.B. (Nov. 2022)
"I really appreciated Nancy going through so many different ways to cue as a refresher for me to start implementing different types of cueing that best fit the child's needs. Course was easy to follow, interesting, and the video examples were very helpful." E.R. (Nov. 2022)
"This course was easy to follow and informative. It helped me understand more of the K-SLP approach which is useful to my daily practice as well as in educating parents in the approach and methods." M.E. (Nov. 2022)
"Practical application and examples of the usage of Kaufman cards. The presenter was very clear and practical." A.P. (Nov. 2022)
"I feel like I benefited from hearing another SLP reinforce many techniques I try to use in my daily practice. It was also good to have reminders of the process at which to go about increasing expressive language while addressing severe speech sound errors at the same time (ex. pivot phrases, increased structured approximations, etc.). I really liked having video examples embedded in the content of the course." B.R. (Nov. 2022)
"I think that this was useful in looking at differential diagnosis and for also looking at some of the errors made on an evaluation as a starting point for therapy." E.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Very clear course and showed videos to illustrate." E.W. (Nov. 2022)
"Nancy's presentation was fun and informative!" P.M. (Nov. 2022)
"I feel Nancy's course is extremely comprehensive. I love how she coordinated phonological process information with word approximation ideas. Nancy did a wonderful job of coming back to concepts in somewhat different ways without being redundant. I liked the modules, so I could take them at my own pace. I also enjoyed how Nancy brought her information together near the end of the course and how closely she has worked with ABA programs, an excellent way of getting systematic practice and speech progress." D.B. (Nov. 2022)
"I like that I was able to complete it at my convenience." M.B. (Nov. 2022)
"I work with children who have CAS and also who would benefit from this method. I like that it was divided into sections and lots of real-life examples." K.D. (Nov. 2022)
"I like the specific treatment techniques presented." H.M. (Nov. 2022)
"All beneficial areas for apraxia of speech. I will save and review all information and use it consistently. The content and the speaker were good." S.F. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the specific examples of therapy interventions and how to use the KSLP materials. Nancy Kaufman is an excellent, engaging speaker." S.Y. (Oct. 2022)
"Practical implementation techniques. I liked the cueing system and hierarchy." J.K. (Oct. 2022)
"The entire discussion was beneficial to my practice. I loved the application videos. And seeing how much progress the children made." K.S. (Oct. 2022)
"The video examples to see exactly how to use strategies in therapy were good." W.T. (Oct. 2022)
"The real-life therapy examples were very helpful." A.W. (Oct. 2022)
"Everything about this course helps with knowing how to both assess and also treat CAS for my current caseload. The visual supports, videos and explanations were great." K.W. (Oct. 2022)
"I appreciate how specific and in-depth the course went in regards to choosing therapy targets, providing and fading prompts, and working towards early word combinations. Nancy is a great presenter." A.H. (Oct. 2022)
"The examples of evaluation and the speaker's explanation of what she was using and what she could have done differently were good." S.F. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked being able to stop and re-start when it fit my schedule. And learning to use pivot phrases to build sentence length without increasing cognitive load." A.G. (Oct. 2022)
"Learning how to simplify words and the reason for doing so. I liked the videos and all of the examples." S.A. (Sept. 2022)
"I enjoyed learning more about Apraxia treatment and assessments. This will be beneficial when working with the preschool population to help determine apraxia versus articulation. I liked the depth and detail of the Kaufman K-SLP methods and strategies." A.O. (Sept. 2022)
"There is extensive instruction on cues and hierarchy of therapy techniques taught to address apraxia. The videos were helpful in illustrating points." E.H. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the discussion about different cueing strategies." K.F. (Sept. 2022)
"Learning how to specifically implement strategies and the videos presented were good." C.M. (Sept. 2022)
"Excellent examples. Very clinically based. Loved all the videos." R.W. (Aug. 2022)
"I enjoyed the video models provided to talk about cueing and the before and after videos." K.W. (Aug. 2022)
"I'm already using the praxis cards, so it's nice to know more about the program." M.B. (Aug. 2022)
"I found all of the topics beneficial. I liked the video presentations." J.A. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked that the speaker focused on clinical practice after going through the foundational concepts." A.L. (Aug. 2022)
"Great presentation. Loved having videos that demonstrated Kaufman's points." R.D. (Aug. 2022)
"I really liked how she taught how to use shaping and telegraphic speech to meet goals. Common mistakes in implementation was also helpful. I like how she talked about how to implement methods with children with Autism. I like the examples, videos and seeing the progress of clients after seeing Nancy." E.S. (July 2022)
"Specifically, the information regarding the types of cueing and how to fade them out was very interesting and beneficial. I am excited to try them out in my own therapy. The information was presented clearly, and the video examples that were included throughout the presentation were very beneficial." A.A. (July 2022)
"LOVED the videos!! I also enjoyed Ms. Kaufman's lectures, as she is dynamic and an excellent presenter." E.F. (July 2022)
"It was a comprehensive course highlighting important aspects of speech motor therapy that made me more confident treating this population." O.C. (July 2022)
"The cueing, how to do it, and the videos were extremely helpful. I like that I could work at my own pace and start and stop the video as needed. I also liked the preview test." K.T. (June 2022)
"Using the cues for therapy and all the examples were extremely helpful. I was able to take the information learned and put it into practice the same day!" E.H. (June 2022)
"I enjoyed watching the progress of the students' speech with play practice on her videos. This will benefit carryover of the strategies. I liked having practice videos to watch the strategies in action." S.E. (June 2022)
"I liked that the course was self-paced, and focused on things I can use in treatment (vs. basic knowledge of diagnosis)." J.R. (June 2022)
"The course is very easy to navigate." T.R. (June 2022)
"I liked that the course discussed a variety of cues and targets (from word approximations to combining words). I also liked the resources shared regarding our clients/students who are not talkers yet. I like that it is self-paced and I can rewind if I didn't understand a concept immediately." C.T. (June 2022)
"It was a great course start to finish resource. Nancy built upon my knowledge of phonological processes to explain the how of apraxia therapy." S.E. (June 2022)
"I like all the examples and easy to understand videos and tutorials." C.H. (June 2022)
"The entire course was highly applicable and informative. I enjoyed the real life examples and video clips of evaluation/treatment sessions." S.L. (June 2022)
"I enjoyed the video examples." M.G. (May 2022)
"I liked the parent training & coaching, the word shells, and moving up the hierarchy. And the ability to revisit material several times or watch at learner's own pace." L.E. (May 2022)
"I loved the real life video examples! And learning how to use the Kaufman Cards during a therapy session." J.L. (May 2022)
"I enjoyed the videos of actual case studies to see how to apply what was taught in actual sessions." A.D. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the specific examples throughout the course showing therapy in session – the therapy videos with all the children were great." A.D. (Apr. 2022)
"I enjoyed the videos of therapy with kids." E.L. (Apr. 2022)
"The topics discussed in this course are strategies that I can use immediately. The course was easy to navigate." M.K. (Apr. 2022)
"The course was very easy to understand. It was nice that it was broken up into modules." J.W. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the tips for cueing and all videos providing examples of treatment." L.T. (Apr. 2022)
"I appreciated the pace of her lecture and the real videos. It helped seeing the application from start to finish." C.F. (Apr. 2022)
"Not only using core words as first words but teaching other words such as names and highly preferred items. The teaching videos were very helpful for aiding in my understanding of what was being taught as well as to see the progress of children using the K-SLP method." J.V. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked all of the examples she showed of kids she has worked with. And learning how to use the therapy cards." T.H. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the principles of motor learning and DTTC hierarchy, and the real-life examples." C.W. (Mar. 2022)
"Very useful course and easy to understand. I liked the information on cueing, implementing and fading cues." S.P. (Mar. 2022)
"The entire presentation was relevant to my current daily practice. The videos were so helpful to see how to implement." C.D. (Feb. 2022)
"It is very organized and presented in an easy to understand format. The videos were wonderful for showing examples of techniques." A.L. (Feb. 2022)
"I found the therapy suggestions very helpful. The videos were awesome! It was nice to see Ms. Kaufman in action." L.A. (Feb. 2022)
"Every aspect discussed will be helpful. From choosing motivating activities and reinforcers, to evaluating sounds and syllable shapes a client can produce, and working on increasing ability to produce more sounds and syllable shapes. Great info on shaping production of sounds/words, providing cueing, fading cues, shaping more grammatically accurate phrases, etc. The presenter and material were so relevant. Very well presented - great video examples, great handouts." D.F. (Jan. 2022)
"The description of how to simplify the motor plan of words was beneficial for my daily practice." J.W. (Jan. 2022)
"I love the online video format so I could repeat sections to fully understand material and strategies." D.F. (Jan. 2022)
"Nancy was thoroughly organized and very detailed in the demonstration of the K-SLP method. The variety of client videos helped immensely." J.S. (Jan. 2022)
"I enjoyed the demonstrations via videos, and I especially enjoyed how Nancy worked with the children and their families to help improve the children's apraxia of speech. I thought it was wonderful how she showed video of children when they began therapy, and she included videos of the children as they progressed over a period of time. It was awesome to see some of the children when they were adults on their way to college." A.M. (Jan. 2022)
"The course moved at a good pace and included much pertinent information to my practice." E.T. (Dec. 2021)
"I enjoyed the entire course! The examples/videos are so great to reinforce concepts." A.S. (Dec. 2021)
"Videos of actual patients were very interesting." J.B. (Dec. 2021)
"The concept of developing single word lists beyond the therapy cards, then teaching those words across all operant as well as the use of pivot words and phrases to practice the child's words/approximations will benefit my daily practice. I enjoy the presenter's methods of presentation, down to earth style of sharing her knowledge and the real videos. I loved that the full course was specific to what to do with students/clients in the therapy setting...hands on techniques." K.K. (Nov. 2021)
"The entire course content is applicable to my daily practice. Nancy presents all information on the topic in an easy to understand and functional manner." C.L. (Nov. 2021)
"Reinforced what I use in therapy currently and learned new information regarding :-how to model modified word approximations-consider elements of coarticulation, -keeping vowel with the consonant at the beginning of words-also a reminder don't use the schwa for isolated consonant sounds." H.K. (Nov. 2021)
"The concept of using phonological processes to scaffold up was mind blowing, makes so much sense, yet it's counter intuitive to someone who's been working to *remediate* those processes! I loved the very clear videos showing each concept." M.F. (Nov. 2021)
"All of this was very helpful. I work mostly with 2-3 year olds and all of this information is relevant in some form or another. I also started seeing a kiddo with suspected CAS and have learned a lot on how to improve my therapy sessions with him and get more vocalizations from him by watching this." S.S. (Nov. 2021)
"Nancy is passionate and clearly an expert in her field. I liked the videos that showed the process, from the first day, and at a later age." J.D. (Oct. 2021)
"Ms. Kaufman is a wonderful presenter as I have taken her courses pre-pandemic on several occasions. She is a gifted teacher of both children and adults she works with. Her videos were wonderful." L. (Oct. 2021)
"It was all beneficial. Especially seeing the videos which showed the implementation of the program." D.R. (Oct. 2021)
"The evaluation process and videos of eval and treatment/progress was beneficial for my daily practice. Presenter was wonderful, great examples." J.B. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the goal ideas and specific treatment strategies for colleagues." M.S. (Oct. 2021)
"I loved the videos! I am new to being an SLP and will likely use ALL of the info. I have several kids with a diagnosis of CAS and a few that I suspect have CAS and they are all at different skill levels. I loved the flexibility of watching at home or work at my own pace." K.F. (Oct. 2021)
"The correct use of the Kaufman cards the rapid imitation method importance of using pivot phrases importance of teaching nouns importance of using every opportunity to teach language importance of teaching expressive language not just articulation from the start. Nancy is passionate and clearly an expert in her field. Nancy's enthusiasm videos that showed the process, from the first day, and at a later age." J.D. (Oct. 2021)
"I like that it related to many different types of children." L.H. (Oct. 2021)
"The therapy videos were very helpful throughout. The videos put the information into practice which was very helpful to see." L.J. (Sept. 2021)
"I liked all of the course - very few clinicians show you what they did incorrect so that others can learn from them. Also the examples of how to do therapy implementation and how to coach the parents." S.P. (Sept. 2021)
"Making imitations using common phonological processes practical uses for KSTL cards was beneficial. Nancy did a wonderful job presenting and providing real examples." R.C. (Sept. 2021)
"Nancy's practical and hands-on tools and therapeutic intervention methods presented along with the great videos were helpful. All topics discussed were excellent!!!!!" D.D. (Sept. 2021)
"The word approximation models were helpful. I also liked all of the different cues. Nancy was knowledgeable, interesting and entertaining." A.L. (Sept. 2021)
"The section on combining words (how to use pivot words, scripting functional language, etc.) was a great reminder for me! I feel pretty successful using KSLP up to a certain point and then it is easy to get stuck. Nancy is fun to watch and I appreciate all the video examples she provided." K.P. (Aug. 2021)
"The steps of KSLP were helpful for my daily practice. I liked all the video examples." A.T. (Aug. 2021)
"The descriptions of ways to use the KSLP cards in sessions will help my daily practice. I loved getting to hear from Nancy, the expert!" H.D. (Aug. 2021)
"Teaching phonological processes as an appropriate way to simplify words will help my daily practice." M.Y. (Aug. 2021)
"Implementing and fading cues and use of reinforcements will help my daily practice. I loved the videos of treatment being carried out." E.P. (Aug. 2021)
"I enjoyed it all. I think my favorite however was getting to learn about and watch coaching of families with the K-SLP method. I also liked getting to see the progress that was made among the kiddos who participated in the K-SLP method. I also like that she included a list of her go-to materials that would be helpful to have as a new therapist working with CAS." V.V. (July 2021)
"The actual treatment approaches will be beneficial! I love classes that teach real work, not just theory. Nancy is an amazing presenter and the content is so accessible!" C.F. (July 2021)
Presenter: Rosslyn Delmonico, MA, RSLP, CCC-SLP
Learn strategies to teach children the language skills needed for face-to-face conversations. Provides evidence-based teaching methods and ‘hands-on’ learning activities that can effectively support the acquisition of three conversation skills: greetings, chitchat, and long conversations with embedded topics. The lesson activities can be implemented within a variety of therapy settings and are primarily intended for children ages 5-14 years. ... more+
"All topics were pertinent. Loved the organization, clear and concise explanation, videos, visual and visual representation of concepts." G.S. (Aug. 2024)
"The part about finding our shared and unique topics was interesting, and I will use it with my older students. This course was thorough in explaining how to improve social communication." S.L. (Aug. 2024)
"The structure of the discussion was so organized and clear. The presenter was wonderful and the material most helpful." L.R. (Jul. 2024)
"The topic of advancing conversation through the use of instructional strategies for building social communication was beneficial for increasing the clinical toolbox. The videos were helpful to supplement the information as it relates to utilizing the stones for conversation building." C.R. (Jul. 2024)
"The various levels of feedback for different patients for teaching structured conversation were helpful. I liked the ideas of specific activities to carryover skills to the therapy room." A.G. (Jul. 2024)
"I found all of this information useful. I enjoyed learning different techniques and games. I was interested and refreshed about the information in the subtopics." N.A. (Jun. 2024)
"The conversational stones that are used to help the students keep the structure of the conversation straight were helpful. I liked seeing how the conversational stones work and ideas and strategies to use during therapy." B.L. (Jun. 2024)
"Activities such as the stones, mix and mingle, and meet and greet are useful for me to apply to my own practices. I liked the video examples of explaining the conversational stones." A.C. (Jun. 2024)
"The types of practical activities I can use to teach conversational skills were beneficial." N.G. (Jun. 2024)
"I love this course. It teaches students how to have conversations in a very explicit and systematic way that is enjoyable. I like that it is very structured." C.P. (Jun. 2024)
"The whole course was beneficial as I implement conversations into my therapy. I liked that this is a systematic way to teach conversations." R.R. (May 2024)
"Keeping a visual of topics for children to guide themselves was beneficial." S.M. (May 2024)
"I liked the applicable activities that were given." M.W. (Apr. 2024)
"Use of the conversation stones was helpful. I liked the practical application through videos and case studies." R.H. (Apr. 2024)
"Helping the students identify how to build their topics of conversation, show reciprocity, and develop a curiosity by asking questions of others interests in long conversations. I liked the video examples and the various descriptions of using each of the steps of conversation for various settings." S.B. (Apr. 2024)
"The Conversational Path utilizing the ball activity as a whole was the most beneficial. I enjoyed learning how the presenter set up the path and used it with different children in varying scenarios. The information on how to implement reciprocity, meet & greets and conversation recipes and scripts was also very informative." C.F. (Apr. 2024)
"I enjoyed this course. I liked the variety of activities presented on how to build social and emotional skill competencies through the use of verbal and nonverbal communication pathways. The presenter was well-spoken and communicated her ideas well." C.F. (Apr. 2024)
"The social activities to increase communication were beneficial. I liked the video and the downloadable material." P.G. (Mar. 2024)
"Ideas/examples to use immediately. I liked the ease of following the lessons and great slides." D.G. (Mar. 2024)
"The discussion that was most beneficial was on being a mood setter, a person of interest, a curious learner, a keen observer, an opportunity taker, and an influencer. This course can help my work with students and also help every communicator." S.G. (Feb. 2024)
"Implementing the conversation path with the ball was helpful. I liked the kinesthetic aspect of this program, the videos, and the graphics of conversation path." R.K. (Feb. 2024)
"Conversation pathway was beneficial. I liked the variety of examples at different stages, the chronological development of building early attachments, and the videos." B.S. (Jan. 2024)
"Lots of specific examples of concepts and activities. Good foundational explanation of social communication/interactions. The activities such as using the ball, errorless learning with the stones, creating conversation recipes, and creating topic libraries were beneficial." L.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Functional for everyone. The hierarchy and therapy ideas were helpful." C.U. (Dec. 2023)
"The gathering activity was beneficial and provided good examples." S.P. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the videos and practical clinical implications. The use of the communication ball and the breakdown of conversation was beneficial." D.R. (Oct. 2023)
"Practical suggestions for therapy. The conversation "path" with color-coded stepping stones is a wonderful suggestion." L.K. (Oct. 2023)
"The ideas for conversational goals were beneficial." E.P. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the therapy ideas. The visuals for social communication were helpful." K.T. (Sep. 2023)
"I loved the creative ways shown to present the lessons to students to support each skill for chit chat and long conversation. I liked all the videos with examples of the strategies. I also liked the suggestions for therapy." S.Q. (Aug. 2023)
"Practical applications and suggestions to implement. I liked the visual supports and practical knowledge." E.D. (Jul. 2023)
"How important social connections and communication are to society was a beneficial topic." C.T. (Jun. 2023)
"I thought the topic library poster project was a great idea to use with students." L.D. (Jun. 2023)
"Scaffolding the conversation to build into more complex forms was beneficial." M.H. (Jun. 2023)
"Learned new ways to help children communicate. I liked the suggestions for conversation and incorporating grammar, regulation, and executive functioning." T.D. (Jun. 2023)
"I found the discussion pertaining to conversational elements and how they develop to be beneficial." C.M. (May 2023)
"I liked how the presenter gave you specific steps to follow in clinical practice. So many times, presenters have a strong emphasis on the theory behind things, and then you have to figure out the clinical application on your own. This course was not that way." C.M. (May 2023)
"Strategies for students and families were beneficial. Easy clinical application." N.F. (May 2023)
"I liked the color-coded conversation stones." J.F. (Apr. 2023)
"The Conversation Path was beneficial - especially the distinction between short conversations and long conversations. I particularly appreciated the comprehensive application of this approach to the four areas: receptive/expressive language, pragmatics, social cognition, and social interactions." D.D. (Mar. 2023)
"This approach clearly is holistic. Using it will help clients be kinder, happier, and richer people." D.D. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the communication stones. And the different activities offered to help different clients." A.P. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the topic library, classroom management, and my topic inventory. Slide examples were helpful." K.C. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the therapy ideas - easy to implement." M.T. (Feb. 2023)
"Good suggestions and information. I liked the ideas for keeping conversations going." A.K. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked her explanation of the conversation path and how to use it in therapy." C.S. (Jan. 2023)
"I am looking forward to trying the conversation path. Liked that I was given a strategy to initiate conversations with some of my students who have social issues. I think some of them will like the conversation ball." C.S. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the video clips showing how to do the activities with the children." S.L. (Jan. 2023)
"This broke down conversations into practical teaching steps. I liked the stepping stones and the way to make it errorless learning. I also liked the topic inventory/topic library." K.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the activities and strategies. Easy and informative." K.S. (Dec. 2022)
"The topic library is a great way to build awareness of all the possible conversation skills. I liked how it can be leveled up and built upon." K.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I found the videos to be useful. Course was well balanced with videos and examples, and had practical tools that I can easily use." V.Z. (Dec. 2022)
"Good examples provided and ideas for applying the lessons to the classroom setting. I found the most beneficial ideas/topics to be the breakdown of how different parts of a conversation are taught and the whole class activities to ensure every student is engaged." G.T. (Dec. 2022)
"Gave ideas and walked you though processes in a slow meaningful manner. I liked the consistency, format, wrap-up, referencing back to build on topic and help retain information." E.W. (Dec. 2022)
"Easy to listen to and follow along. Good ideas." J.E. (Dec. 2022)
"Breaking down conversation into different parts was beneficial." M.U. (Nov. 2022)
"I thought the handout was so helpful and complete. I liked use of the color coded materials." S.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Detailed activities that are reproducible!" C.P. (Nov. 2022)
"The format with videos, examples, etc was good." J.Z. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the ideas for lesson planning. Course had good pacing and organization." H.N. (Oct. 2022)
"I will benefit from this content daily." H.A. (Sept. 2022)
"I loved the idea of the stepping stones and conversation ball. I liked how interactive the course was and how there were video examples." E.S. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the idea of inventories to complete as you move through sessions." H.R. (Aug. 2022)
"Good strategies to improve eye contact, greetings and goodbyes. I liked the visuals / videos provided with examples." A.S. (July 2022)
"I liked the explanation of how conversations build social relationships. Great examples of activities to use to build conversations." T.E. (July 2022)
"Clearly presented. Useful and easily put into use in therapy." K.M. (July 2022)
"Practical and easy to follow! Lots of ideas to implement – not just theory and knowledge." B.W. (July 2022)
"Interesting examples and suggestions to teach social communication that are relevant to everyday life. I liked the strategies used to teach Chit Chat." C.P. (July 2022)
"I loved it all! I especially liked the conversation stone visuals and walking the conversation path. I also like how to integrate receptive-expressive language while teaching social communication." B.W. (July 2022)
"I liked the visuals and the ideas on implementation were good." K.C. (June 2022)
"I especially liked how conversations were broken down into steps with some possible scripts for each. I liked the videos that explained and showed each piece." J.G. (June 2022)
"I liked the therapy ideas and the activities provided." M.I. (May 2022)
"I liked the functional examples provided, and description of how we can all become more effective and interactive communicators." C.R. (May 2022)
"It was very relevant to my current caseload! The videos were very helpful in explaining the conversational stones and how to use them." A.H. (May 2022)
"Course was easy to listen to and understand. I liked the ideas for teaching conversation starters." A.B. (May 2022)
"I enjoyed the discussion of generating a topic inventory to help children understand that there are shared and unique conversation topics for each individual. It's a good way to help build insight and perspective-taking." C.R. (May 2022)
"I liked the discussion of conversation specifics: greeting & farewell, chit chat, and long conversation." J.C. (Apr. 2022)
"Great organization of program & ideas – nice visuals. I liked the topic library!" K.G. (Apr. 2022)
"I have kids of my own – so practical for everyone all season – love the tree visual." L.A. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked how the presenter made the conversation very visual for the child." K.H. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the conversation ball activity and inventory topics to increase conversation – these were very beneficial." D.S. (Mar. 2022)
"I love the conversational blocks with the ball and will try that this week with my older students." J.W. (Mar. 2022)
"Gave examples of practical activities to introduce in the classroom. I liked the discussion of taking others perspectives and for students to realize others interests may differ from their own. Then find some middle ground/common interests." D.B. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the videos to show examples of what the speaker was referring to. I also liked the help with goal writing." M.D. (Mar. 2022)
"The organization, visuals and video examples, as well as the therapy activity suggestions were all very good." K.L. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the breakdown of conversation: greetings, short conversation, long, etc. and the visuals that we can use during our sessions to help our kids." M.K. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked all the examples, they were very helpful for me to understand and use during therapy." S.B. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the use of the stones, conversation ball, and other visuals to help students with key conversational features." M.C. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked everything. I think the activities were great and the examples of how each part of the conversation applies to every day life and also how it affects future interactions with people was so incredibly powerful and useful." W.D. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the 'color my conversation' stones, which can easily be implemented in therapy sessions with various levels of communicators." A.S. (Dec. 2021)
"It was great knowledge and I liked the ease of accessing." P.G. (Dec. 2021)
"The simple dissecting of a complete conversation into it's component parts was beneficial for my daily practice." J.M. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the clear examples and video clips." A.S. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the good examples of activities I can try right away." D.M. (Nov. 2021)
"I especially liked the social emotional connections. Rosslyn presented the topic in a clear and organized way which made it easy to imagine ways I can incorporate these ideas into my therapy sessions. I especially enjoyed seeing how she loved her students and made them feel special, as with the young girl who learned her birthday. What a great world we would have if all kids (and Adults!) could learn to be empathetic communicators. Thank you Rosslyn!" C.C. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the examples of how to make the communication skills interesting and meaningful for children and suggestions for modification." M.E. (Oct. 2021)
"I appreciated the breakdown of the conversation pathway. The visuals and idea of errorless learning to teach these skills was great. The course was clear and moved at a good pace." H.H. (Oct. 2021)
"The effortless learning model was very helpful." S.A. (Sept. 2021)
""Extremely pertinent for 4 students on my caseload this year." S.F. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked the video examples on topic conversation (conversation starters and stoppers) for my language and AU groups. The videos, and the speaker has a very pleasant voice." G.G. (Jul. 2021)
"I liked the conversation stones which form the conversation path and the examples and videos." S.L. (Jul. 2021)
"Learning how simple chit chat can be so powerful to create belonging." T.K. (Jul. 2021)
"The specific ways in which to engage others in conversation maintenance are beneficial for my practice. The desire of the presenter to help the upcoming generation to engage with people as opposed to technology, i.e., phones, was wonderful!" K.N. (Jul. 2021)
"I liked the visual and physical aspect of the stones making up a pathway to follow. I often use the analogy with my clients that a conversation is like taking a walk together down a path or trail and its up to each one of us to make sure we don't lose the other person by going off topic unexpectedly, stopping the conversation abruptly, etc. The way the speaker/author always grounded what she is ultimately doing is creating relationships & belonging and in different communities of love and trust. She's like the Mary Poppins of social & emotional skills!" S.M. (Jun. 2021)
"Examples of activities and videos with visuals (bracelets, colored conversational path w/various examples) were great! I liked that it incorporated applicable material for all ages." H.R. (May 2021)
“The long conversation was the most beneficial. I liked the ideas, such as the topic inventory and topic library. I also liked the way to provide feedback, 3 praises, and 1 to think about. I liked the different examples of activities that could be done at each level, such as making scripts from magazine pictures, different games, and making a bead bracelet to remember the conversational steps. There were a lot of good suggestions.” P.C. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Jean Blosser, EdD, CCC-SLP
Let's Talk Today! is a practical resource SLPs can use to engage parents in their child's language development or improvement. This course includes a 12-month, dateless calendar with over 400 fun and interactive activities. Simple explanations of proven language intervention techniques are incorporated. Use the activities to build language skills needed for school success.... more+
"I liked the handout of the printed calendar with lots of activity suggestions, and the ways to help parents aid their children." R.S. (Aug. 2024)
"The realities of getting parents engaged in take home activities was beneficial to discuss. She addressed the simplification of activities to increase carryover opportunities; how difficult it is to get carryover to the home environment and in functional/daily activities that we don't have the opportunities to engage in with the students." M.S. (Aug. 2024)
"I plan to give the 10 tips to parents to promote language. The course had an easy flow and was relatable." S.Z. (Jul. 2024)
"The monthly activity calendar was beneficial. Easy to understand and prepare information for parents." C.W. (Jul. 2024)
"Tips of Collaboration with Parents/Families/Teachers. This is a resource that I will be able to give my patient's families to build a bridge from therapy room to home environment. And it is a daily resource to give parents to encourage them to work with and to interact with their children at home." H.E. (Jun. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss how to engage with parents who are trying to support their students at home. I liked the visual support to the content." A.L. (May. 2024)
"10 tips for success - language teaching techniques and the suggestions for SLPs. Parental participation in children's development is very important. This program brings parents and children together, in addition to creating a bridge between family and school to develop speech and language skills together. Without a doubt, I liked the sensational idea of the calendar." M.M. (May. 2024)
"Discussing how to use the calendar with teachers was helpful. Good Speaker. Easy to understand." L.D. (May. 2024)
"The course was so helpful, and brought activities and strategies to use for daily practice." A.J. (Mar. 2024)
"The calendar of activities is most beneficial. It is a great resource for teachers, parents or for anyone who works with young children. It has fun & playful child-oriented activities, which stimulate interest in developing language and enhances their motivation to participate. I liked the idea that these recommended activities are for all children to participate in, not just a certain group (ie. language disabled). The activities encourage language development in all students and the techniques can be used across the curriculum. The course was well presented, with a "Let's Talk Calendar' that appears enticing and informative for parents, and teachers...." C.F. (Mar. 2024)
"Practical calendar of daily activities to give to my parents and teachers. I liked the handouts." S.W. (Feb. 2024)
"It was a good presentation, and I liked the calendar." C.C. (Feb. 2024)
"The "doable" activities suggested were beneficial. I liked Its simplicity geared to helping parents and teachers." K.N. (Jan. 2024)
"Practical and easy to implement ideas for parents. I liked the yearly calendar without dates." B.B. (Jan. 2024)
"I enjoyed the examples of language opportunities throughout the day. I also enjoyed how the presenter mentioned involving classroom teachers in modeling and eliciting language with the students." A.F. (Jan. 2024)
"I enjoyed the provided materials." K.N. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing how to make it quick for parents to do each day was helpful. I liked the calendar!" J.M. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the idea of daily language therapy ideas." K.G. (Dec. 2023)
"Very user friendly calendar pages with ten tips for success written right on it for parents. Practical course that gave examples and was well organized." J.D. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the calendar. It is simple and clear." E.G. (Dec. 2023)
"Nicely organized. Positive! Practical course. Great format I can use with families. I will have to provide some additional instruction regarding visual and auditory access for the children I work with (who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing)." D.E. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the printable calendar downloads." J.B. (Nov. 2023)
"The calendar examples were beneficial. I liked the way the speaker spoke - slowly." A.F. (Nov. 2023)
"The ten language teaching techniques to share with teachers and parents were helpful. I liked the actual calendar." T.R. (Oct. 2023)
"Discussing parent intervention with families was beneficial. I liked the access to resources and the practical application." M.Y. (Oct. 2023)
"Very practical information. I liked the calendar and therapy tips." S.C. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the calendar activities for at home. Learning how to create a calendar activity to reinforce speech activities was beneficial." B.Z. (Sep. 2023)
"The calendar, learning and language links, recommendations to maximize the parents' and teachers' ability to help develop language, were all beneficial." E.W. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the easy format of the calendar tool, and the practical nature of it." G.P. (Sep. 2023)
"Detailed information relating to speech and language calendar activities." J.L. (Aug. 2023)
"The activity calendar had daily activities throughout the year that were easy for non-SLPs to implement and could be incorporated into the child's day in a functional and practical way." H.W. (Aug. 2023)
"The calendar provides an ingenious way of promoting speech and language at home." A.M. (Aug. 2023)
"Beneficial discussion of how parents can incorporate speech-language practice and activities into their regular day. I liked the calendar and discussion." D.P. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the monthly language calendars and ready-to-use materials." J.H. (Jun. 2023)
"Thank you for sharing the calendar with us." A.J. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the calendar and the examples of how to utilize the calendar with teachers and staff." A.C. (May 2023)
"This training provided useful and practical information to help parents, caregivers, and teachers help improve a child's speech and language skills. I liked the practical information and how to involve families and teachers in trying to implement strategies and techniques to help improve a child's speech and language skills." N.B. (May 2023)
"I liked the parents' involvement in supporting their child's speech and language goals. Easily accessible and relevant to my scope of practice." S.S. (May 2023)
"Tips for parents and teachers were beneficial and learning how to provide practical intervention techniques." L.H. (May 2023)
"I liked that the calendar was provided." L.M. (Apr. 2023)
"Good calendar resource for daily activities." K.B. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the pre-made calendars to provide to staff and parents." R.V. (Jan. 2023)
"The calendars are very helpful for home programs. The materials gained are useful." E.K. (Jan. 2023)
"Practical suggestions. I liked the calendar provided for daily activities." J.R. (Jan. 2023)
"I like that parents can implement this program immediately. This calendar provides a simplistic and effective method to facilitate language acquisition and use in other settings outside of therapy." M.L. (Dec. 2022)
"The calendar itself is amazing, and has great activities for young learners." T.O. (Dec. 2022)
"This course provided easy ways for parents to interact with the child at home." L.J. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the 10 Tips for Success Language Teaching Strategies. Also the importance placed on collaboration with parents and teachers, and the significant roles these individuals play in the development of a child's language." I.G. (Nov. 2022)
"I appreciate being able to print out the calendar. I completely agree with the need for parental involvement. This calendar is a great way to do this in a more organic manner. Course information was clearly presented." L.R. (Oct. 2022)
"This course was so practical. Great to have a practical, daily reinforcement of skills for my students." R.W. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the calendar of activities. I learned that parents can be empowered to facilitate speech and language development to ensure academic success." A.D. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the 10 Tips for Success & the Calendar of Activities to share with my families. I also liked that I could take the course on my own time." M.B. (Oct. 2022)
"The examples of activities were nice." L.G. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked that I could access the course any time." K.N. (Sept. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." R.P. (Aug. 2022)
"Great tips to make parents feel confident in assisting their children. I liked the variety of activities." T.E. (July 2022)
"I liked the tips for language success. Good resources I can share with parents and teachers." L.K. (July 2022)
"Quick daily practice for all entities involved in children's lives." L.K. (July 2022)
"The calendars are very helpful, and I found the tips even more helpful, especially for sharing with teachers." L.K. (July 2022)
"I love the Lets Talk Today calendar idea. Practical help for engaged parents who are inspired to have fun with their children's speech/language development." L.M. (June 2022)
"I am ALWAYS looking for ways to include parents and teachers in the therapy process. The calendar is a genius idea! It empowers parents and classroom teachers – creates a teamwork approach." M.S. (June 2022)
"Very relevant information. I liked the strategies to improve speech at home that are simple and short." A.P. (June 2022)
"The speaker actively engaged us in the learning process, from the beginning, and all the way through the presentation. What a lovely way to illustrate her main ideas and the whole point of the presentation!" M.S. (June 2022)
"It was straightforward and informative. Encouraging reluctant parents of the ease with which they can help their child at home. The materials in the home are voluminous." B.R. (May 2022)
"The calendar and ideas on how to use it with classroom teachers was great! So helpful for my collaborative classrooms! Easy to follow!" B.W (Apr. 2022)
"The calendar itself is great! And the teacher's explanation will be very helpful." T.K (Mar. 2022)
"I enjoyed everything about this course! The calendars were awesome. Encouraging parents to talk to their children at home and making talking fun, expand, ask questions, describe actions, etc., can really help children to improve their language development." A.M. (Jan. 2022)
"As an Early Intervention provider, I love making sure to engage parents. That pep talk of engaging parents, as well as all the specific daily tasks on the calendar are most beneficial for daily practice, as we only embed activities in family routines." A.C. (Dec. 2021)
“I enjoyed every bit of this course! Easy to follow, easy to implement with valuable insight! Thank you! I already took out the calendar for two families this morning! They are so excited!” K.K. (Dec. 2021)
"The calendar is a nice resource to use with parents who want to do at-home activities with their kids. I liked the structure and the fact that there were suggestions for the classroom as well as for parents." W.R. (Dec. 2021)
"I like that it's something that can immediately be printed and utilized with a variety of students." A.F. (Dec. 2021)
"The calendar of activities will be extremely helpful for the Early Intervention model where we are to "coach" parents and not "treat" the child. It will also be helpful for those families with whom I work that want homework all the time, but also for those who say they're too busy." K.T. (Nov. 2021)
“I found the replacement ideas for families that were unable to do an activity to be very helpful." G.D. (Oct. 2021)
"The collaboration between SLP, parents, and teachers and tips for success were beneficial for my daily practice." P.M. (Sept. 2021)
"The presenter's philosophy in regard to empowering parents to partner in developing language skills for their child will be utilized in my daily practice. The tips were practical and the presenter demonstrated how they could be presented to parents and other teachers." K.D. (Aug. 2021)
"Ways to use the calendars with both parents and teachers. Ways to use this information during parent and/or teacher in-services. Different ways to share calendars, such as after IEP meetings, parent conferences, or open house. The information was highly applicable." C.M. (Aug. 2021)
"Collaboration is essential! Inspiring parents to take an active role in nurturing and improving their child's speech and language skills was what stood out to me. Having these practical strategies is wonderful and will be fully used. Also, standing out to me was explaining to parents the link between language and learning. This would be wonderful to include in parent training classes as well. Obviously the practical ideas/calendars, but also the inspiration to present to parents these ideas and how they can be quick and part of their daily activities. I would like to be able to provide parents with models of how to do the varied techniques we use, such as expanding, commenting, etc." C.C. (Jul. 2021)
"I liked the easy conversational pacing of the speaker. She was a joy to listen to. I liked the well structured, practical activity calendars that I can use with parents immediately!" M.S. (Jun. 2021)
"I like that the presenter asked us to take the time to think about how we can implement the monthly calendars in our communication with parents and teachers. I like the way the presenter provided many different suggestions on how professional SLPs can encourage parents to get involved with their child's language development." J.L. (May 2021)
“It was concise, practical, useful information that will be easy to implement in my therapy practice.” K.H. (Mar. 2021)
“I found the different ways to identify engagement on parents beneficial. I appreciated that we got the whole tool she was talking about with the course. It covered everything I expected.” J.W. (Feb. 2021)
“I found the different ways to identify engagement on parents beneficial. I appreciated that we got the whole tool she was talking about with the course.” J.W. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: LeAnna Heinrich, MS, CCC-SLP
This course focuses on a consultative model of intervention examining social and emotional concerns when providing services virtually. This course also includes functional speech and language strategies and is most relevant for clinicians working with preschoolers and school-age children.... more+
"Discussing how to protect privacy when using teletherapy was beneficial. The course was clear and practical." M.N. (Dec. 2023)
"Knowing what other forms of service delivery are acceptable. Very easy to follow course." H.M. (Dec. 2023)
"The recommended activities for telepractice to relay to parents confirmed what I would do. I liked that common sense was provided as well as necessary privacy needs." S.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I love the reminder that language can be incorporated into all everyday activities. The discussion of limiting screen time was good. The continuum of interaction and passiveness was beneficial." S.Q. (Aug. 2023)
"Considering the client's environment and routine when providing carry-over activities was beneficial to discuss. Clear and short presentation." D.S. (Jun. 2023)
"I appreciated the list of recommended activities for parents/families to engage in during distance learning. I appreciated the presenter giving us a short history of other pandemics and how people coped with them. I liked that she recognized that teletherapy is not easy and it is not for every child and/or family." C.D. (Jun. 2023)
"Good information about how parents can help and making sure parents have what they need. This course offered helpful information and websites when doing online therapy." L.W. (Dec. 2022)
"Presenter spoke slowly and deliberately and with many examples. I liked the educational information for supporting families and teachers. The references provided in this workshop will be beneficial." K.C. (Nov. 2022)
"I will benefit from this course content." K.D. (Oct. 2022)
"Good reminder to be creative with what the child has at home to work with. And that we can still control screen time even if we are doing telepractice." M.R. (Sept. 2022)
"I would recommend this course to my SLP colleagues." K.W. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked the supportive information for having parents directly involved, and using daily activities and materials in the home as a means of providing effective therapy. So many parents continue to expect the clinician to wholly and consistently provide 'academic' materials & activities on screen. Prepping and sending needed hands-on materials for pre-K & K students has been absolutely overwhelming at times! All of the suggested activity ideas & resources are very much appreciated." K.L. (Feb. 2022)
"Practical suggestions for providing speech and language activities at home. Also, considering the parent's work load, number of children at home, stress in household, etc... when planning speech and language sessions and activities for the child." K.W. (Jan. 2022)
"Great examples related to screen time and recommending activities for use in home with family involvement. I liked the discussion on screen time, and how to minimize negative outcomes." T.A. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the ideas for functional language and speech activities in the home." T.A. (Jan. 2022)
"I loved all of the recommended activities to implement when you have to deliver a different service model." R.M. (Dec. 2021)
"It's beneficial to note that telepractice may not be the best practice; that as an SLP, there are many options for providing support, services, and follow up with clients and families. These opportunities may even be more welcome, now, than if they were suggested during normal times as carry-over or family activities. It was reinforcing to the SLP and the efforts being made to provide services in a challenging time." A.H. (Dec. 2021)
"Thank you for providing an in depth study into how Covid 19 has affected our profession as well as other professions. Also, the strategies offered were very helpful and useful." R.M. (Dec. 2021)
“It contained good background on the current situation, legal considerations, and suggestions to improve interactions with our students.” K.F. (Oct. 2021)
“I enjoyed the historical context provided by the speaker.” S.C. (Sept. 2021)
"More current information in regards to ASHA, legislative and HIPAA recommendations and procedures were beneficial. The overview of the timeline and descriptions of impact of COVID on our populations was good." J.G. (Sept. 2021)
"It was very well organized and thorough. I appreciated the specific therapy and activity recommendations." J.L. (Aug. 2021)
"I appreciated the review of consultation service delivery. I also found the digital citizenship resources beneficial. It was a good overview of issues and options to consider in telepractice." K.F. (Jul. 2021)
"I liked the new information provided about concerns with HIPAA and privacy requirements as well as the pacing of the presentation. I especially enjoyed going over the specific home resources for caregiver/family practice generalization of skills." T.G. (Jul. 2021)
“I enjoyed the history of distance learning. Functional speech-language strategies. And the limitations of telepractice.” V.F. (Mar. 2021)
“This course concisely covered all areas of teletherapy. It provided good practical and functional information.” K.D. (Feb. 2021)
“I liked the reiteration of using functional communication to enhance daily routines and empower parents.” E.W. (Jan. 2021)
"Great ideas and techniques during this difficult time. I especially appreciated going over how to approach teletherapy to help clients during the pandemic." E.S. (Jan. 2021)
"I appreciated the information about how distance learning is affecting families and children. This was a good overview of issues to consider when providing teletherapy." M.G. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Gina Gabel Hurst, MS, CCC-SLP
This course will help SLPs to effectively promote speech sound carryover with children ages 3 to 12. This course includes the Carryover Cards for Kids – a downloadable resource containing 124 English talk task cards and 116 Spanish talk task cards.... more+
"It was beneficial confirming specific ways we can support carryover; I appreciated the specific generalization cards to support other ways to help kids use speech outside of the therapy context. I liked the ease of use and the functional therapy tools." B.D. (Jul. 2024)
"Carryover activity ideas to work on with kids and to give families as well was beneficial. I liked the included cards for carryover practice." S.M. (Jul. 2024)
"How to use the carryover cards. This was a well-organized webinar. I liked that it gave examples of how to use it in real-life situations." V.K. (Jul. 2024)
"The suggestions on how to help a child with carryover skills were helpful. I liked the different ideas on how to promote carryover, and I like the materials provided." A.R. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the cards and ideas." D.V. (Jun. 2024)
"Cards for the carry-over treatment were helpful. I enjoyed the treatment options." A.P. (May. 2024)
"Learning about how to use carryover cards / how to adapt them to suit different needs were beneficial topics. I appreciated the materials given." N.G. (May. 2024)
"Loved the conversation cards resource. Also, the importance of working with teachers and paraprofessionals to aid in their journey to carryover." L.E. (Apr. 2024)
"Carryover cards and carryover ideas are so critical to help a child achieve communication success! It helps families to understand how speech and language practice can happen at home really anytime within the routines and activities at home. It really is an awareness and the SLP's duty to help communicate this. I love it! The instructor was clear, calm, kind and extremely knowledgeable." S.G. (Apr. 2024)
"I loved the carryover ideas." D.T. (Mar. 2024)
"I really enjoyed the focus on facilitating carryover in fun, natural activities. I also liked the real life examples." G.S. (Mar. 2024)
"The carryover cards for kids were helpful." B.T. (Feb. 2024)
"Beneficial ways to implement the speech sound cards to promote generalization of targeted speech sounds. I liked the speech sound cards included in this course so that I can implement them with students on my caseload." M.L. (Jan. 2024)
"The discussion around what carryover is and what carryover means was helpful. I liked the course's convivence and flexibility." D.D. (Jan. 2024)
"The Carryover Cards were beneficial. I am definitely going to implement them. I liked the handouts." K.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Practical. Encouraging. Resources included! I loved the reminder that carryover activities should be short and meaningful. I LOVED the reference to Rachel Romeo's study! I refer to that study every day to encourage parent-child interaction." D.E. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked all of the handouts. Learning how to better improve carryover." S.T. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the included resources: the Carryover Cards and ELL materials. Making homework relevant to meaningful interactions." K.T. (Nov. 2023)
"The Carryover Cards and the research references were helpful. I liked the general topic, which gives another tool for carryover." B.P. (Oct. 2023)
"A clear, to-the-point explanation about effective ways to promote generalization using the cards that are provided with this course. I liked the material provided to be used in my sessions. And the list of other resources that can be found for a bilingual caseload." D.S. (Oct. 2023)
"Very usable concept. I liked the Carryover Cards provided for use as an activity for generalization." D.R. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the discussion that the cards do not always have to be cards, they can also be activities done at home that facilitate the end product. All children can't read, and all parents won't take the time to do something scripted, but carryover is more likely to occur if you give activities with a certain target process in mind or even in what the parent does routinely. I liked the examples of the cards and the presenter sharing actual examples of cases." T.P. (Oct. 2023)
"Practical ideas for carryover. Easy to listen to course." C.B. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked all of the downloads and materials to incorporate into therapy. The concept of beginning the carryover fairly fast to help with the natural, authentic learning of speech/language was beneficial." D.K. (Sep. 2023)
"It was all very relevant to my everyday practice. I like the Carryover Cards." T.W. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the references to materials for bilingual students, and the importance of using the natural environment to foster carryover of speech sound productions." L.J. (Sep. 2023)
"The task cards were helpful. I liked the reminders of what is required for generalization. The course was super practical and the case study examples were helpful with planning when there are multiple areas to target for a student." M.E. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the idea of using the carryover cards with teachers, peers, and relatives. I appreciated the real examples." D.W. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the apps, cards, and websites for therapy ideas. Learning to target the sound in error and also to provide language opportunities outside the therapy room in pragmatic situations that will help the child carry over the targeted sound in a natural environment." E.V. (Jul. 2023)
"I really liked the carry-over cards that were provided." G.J. (Jul. 2023)
"Very generous of this speaker to provide the carryover cards for us to download and use. Learning ways to incorporate carryover with teachers and families was beneficial." R.L. (Jun. 2023)
"Parental involvement in the carryover process was beneficial. As well as the importance of the talk task cards." B.R. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the carryover cards and different ideas to generalize skills." K.M. (May 2023)
"I love the carryover cards, which allow children to use them and carryover their sounds in natural environments. Thank you for providing so many sounds. So valuable!!" B.F. (May 2023)
"The carryover cards are great!" C.A. (May 2023)
"I liked the carryover cards and the examples of ways to facilitate carryover into conversation." L.L. (May 2023)
"Different ways to promote generalization. I liked the examples given." C.M. (Apr. 2023)
"Good practical applications. I liked the activity cards!" M.C. (Apr. 2023)
"This course offered me ideas I can use immediately with children on my caseload. Good therapy ideas." S.J. (Mar. 2023)
"The speaker pointed out that just because a child is diagnosed with an articulation problem that it doesn't indicate that is the only area of concern. I definitely concur. Often, more issues are underlying. They just can't be identified yet. I appreciated the cards and additional resources that were provided during the presentation." M.C. (Mar. 2023)
"The topic on language focus to speech sound production was beneficial. I liked the format and ready-made cards." A.S. (Mar. 2023)
"I loved the task cards." J.F. (Mar. 2023)
"I found the examples of how to carry over in different languages to be very beneficial as a bilingual individual. I was able to do course at my own pace." P.G. (Mar. 2023)
"Using the Carryover Cards was beneficial as a means of facilitating authentic, meaningful conversations. I liked the examples of the actual work with the students." A.B. (Feb. 2023)
"I usually look for worksheets to provide for home practice and now I feel validated in creatively incorporating targets into natural activities for practice and how this is just or even more valuable practice." D.B. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the discussion about incorporating speech sound production carryover into meaningful and naturalistic contexts like we do with language skills." D.B. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked that the student can incorporate these quick and simple trial practices in their daily routine. It also has the child focus on their skills beyond the therapy setting and helps them become accountable." M.L. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the actual cards. I tell my parents to incorporate practice through their daily activities of living, and this is a good visual to show them exactly how simple it can be." M.L. (Dec. 2022)
"Having quick and easy materials to present to my parents will be so helpful! I liked being able to print out these task cards." A.G. (Dec. 2022)
"I found the idea of using speech cards in therapy really beneficial. I think those are great resources to have to help promote carryover." S.F. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the cards. And use of language therapeutic principles for artic carryover." M.S. (Dec. 2022)
"The Carryover Cards will be a great addition to my practice. They will be a great way for my students to work on carryover across environments." C.P. (Dec. 2022)
"Practical suggestions for carryover activities. Use of Carryover Cards during ADLs." K.F. (Dec. 2022)
"Usable information. I liked the discussion of carryover being a carefully guided process." C.H. (Dec. 2022)
"I like that presenter is a practicing SLP. And using activities kids like or think is play paired with therapy tasks." J.U. (Dec. 2022)
"The explanation of the task cards was very helpful. And thinking about creative ways to facilitate speech and sound carryover in the home." C.P. (Nov. 2022)
"I loved all of the topics. This program follows the concepts I use in my own programs. It's extremely validating. I liked the incorporation of speech and related language into natural daily activities and opportunities." D.B. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the examples for carryover." S.F. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the handouts." A.R. (Oct. 2022)
"The carryover cards will help my students who aren't reading yet but need to work on generalization." C.L. (Oct. 2022)
"I learned new ideas for working on carryover." C.L. (Sept. 2022)
"The importance of using fun and functional activities to send home to parents or carry-over was a good lesson. Also, it is ok to get creative with who you entrust to help the student with carryover if parents are not able/willing to help." K.H. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked that the discussion of various ways to make practice meaningful for the child, to "think out of the box" for ways to generalize. I also liked the fact that I could watch it at my convenience and the cards that can be used with some of my students immediately." C.H. (Aug. 2022)
"The course can be completed within my schedule and framework." R.J. (Aug. 2022)
"Loved learning about the carry over cards! I will download and use them." A.H. (Aug. 2022)
"I like the way the cards are designed." O.S. (July 2022)
"The presenter provided diverse information regarding generalization." K.S. (July 2022)
"The information regarding carryover ideas specific to individual children was helpful. There were lots of great resources for generalization of skills including the carryover cards and websites." A.M. (July 2022)
"I liked that the carryover cards were provided to the participants." H.W. (July 2022)
"I love the carryover cards to share with teachers and parents." L.K. (July 2022)
"Liked the examples/prompts for language expansion." D.P. (June 2022)
"The diversity of ideas to address the situations of individual children was great. I liked the ideas suggested by the Carryover Cards." T.D. (June 2022)
"Receiving the actual Carryover Cards that I can use in therapy! And with examples for how to use them." J.M. (June 2022)
"Easy to follow online and practical. Loved the Cards provided." S.C. (June 2022)
"I liked the practical recommendations for carryover." J.A. (June 2022)
"I liked the research-based evidence." L.W. (June 2022)
"I really liked the idea of and examples of Carryover Cards - providing the student with a simple homework task to practice a speech sound in their environment." M.M. (June 2022)
"Liked the discussion of how to get carryover for students struggling with this phase of therapy. And the specific activities to try with my students working on carryover." A.M. (May 2022)
"Fun and interactive!" L.F. (May 2022)
"Very informative and easy to follow." T.P. (May 2022)
"I found the cases presented at the end helpful in addressing various scenarios that come up. It got me thinking of some ideas I can use in my own practice." M.H. (Apr. 2022)
"It is important to think of more functional and realistic ways for kids to carry over their sounds. I liked how this course used real life examples." M.Y. (Apr. 2022)
"Course information was presented clearly." S.P. (Apr. 2022)
"I really enjoyed learning that generalization is most effectively targeted when in conversation. I have always sent home worksheets for children to do at home to target generalization, but now I am really going to work on figuring out how to have these students practice their sounds in meaningful, interesting conversation. I really liked the evidence that was presented in support of different ways to target generalization. I feel that I learned a lot from this training. I additionally am excited to use the carryover cards!" J.G. (Feb. 2022)
"I enjoyed the practical ideas suggested on the Carryover Cards. The presenter was excellent, clear, organized, and pleasant to listen to and her ideas were great." M.C. (Jan. 2022)
"I like the concept of using her cards or creating my own to elicit carryover. It's so easy to come up with photographs and script. The slides were done so nicely and the presenter's pace was perfect." L.K. (Jan. 2022)
"Liked the thinking outside the box examples with the variety of children towards the end of the course. Providing different ways to use the carryover cards was helpful." M.R. (Dec. 2021)
"I appreciated the ideas for scripting and "knowledge allows for creativity." K.M. (Dec. 2021)
"The discussion of carry over cards was beneficial however since I primarily see younger children I will have limited opportunities to use this technique. I did like the specific carry over activity given as an alternative when this SLP worked with a younger child. Good information on resources for bilingual children." J.T. (Dec. 2021)
"It was very clear on how to achieve carryover with students who are working on speech sounds." C.L. (Dec. 2021)
"Really thinking about the importance of carryover and incorporating school staff and family members will benefit my daily practice." A.B. (Nov. 2021)
"Thinking about generalizing speech more instead of just sending home word lists all the time." A.N. (Oct. 2021)
"I appreciated the carry over cards and the specific examples at the end of the presentation." J.S. (Oct. 2021)
"I enjoyed the session providing concrete examples of ways to elicit carryover for students. I also enjoyed the scenarios from the presenters own experiences with students that were provided near the end of the presentation as these provided clear examples of how to utilize carryover methods. I liked that the course provided carryover cards for speech sounds included with the handouts." S.B. (Oct. 2021)
"The specific treatment plans and ideas for the speaker's caseload were very helpful. She laid out very specific details, information and updated research to outline her key points." K.C. (Sept. 2021)
"I enjoyed all the resources offered and the importance of not rushing a student in their learning process." E.D. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked the practical examples of how she fostered carryover and I am looking forward to using the carryover cards in therapy." K.H. (Aug. 2021)
"I really enjoyed the entire presentation, especially when the presenter shared case studies and gave examples of how she would facilitate carryover for each case. The course was engaging and provided sufficient amount of information in one hour." E.M. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked the idea of the Carryover Cards the speaker created for use in a child's home environment. The course was easy to follow, had some great recommendations, strategies, app suggestions, and ideas from other SLPs. I liked the individual case study examples of how carryover was targeted with each individual student." K.S. (Aug. 2021)
"Interesting review of MRI results supporting the importance of conversational turn taking." A.S. (Aug. 2021)
"I like the downloads for cards." D.J. (Aug. 2021)
"The examples of how she used the cards at the end of the lecture were beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the carryover cards provided as a downloadable link!" M.M. (Jul. 2021)
"The carryover cards and talk task cards will be beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the beautiful handouts and I really liked the idea of using talk task cards!" R.A. (Jul. 2021)
"All of the presentation was excellent. I appreciated the many examples that were given in terms of promoting carryover, especially for those children who have very little, if any support at home to help them with their assignments. I have so many of these students on my caseload. I appreciate the presenter's heart. She was knowledgeable and was willing to share that knowledge to the betterment of SLPs, as well as children on the caseloads of the SLPs. A wonderful course!" K.N. (Jul. 2021)
"I liked learning how easy carryover can be in the classroom and at home with the involvement of teachers and eager parents." L.M. (Jun. 2021)
"I liked learning about how you can use the carry over cards to address additional skills such as pragmatics, language, and fluency. The carry over cards are a great resource to have to address skills at the connected speech level. I thought this course provided a lot of helpful information for developing carryover skills in natural environments. I thought this was a great course." M.B. (Jun. 2021)
"The take home activities were most beneficial. It provided materials for home exercise program." A.M. (Jun. 2021)
"Specific carry over techniques; It is practical and can be incorporated right away." C.K. (Jun. 2021)
"Just the review of how it is to give suggestions as to how parents/caregivers can incorporate corrected speech into daily activities. That is especially important now that most, if not all, of the students in my school district continue to receive speech services online. P.I. (Jun. 2021)
clear cut information.""Liked all of it- especially the carryover cards for kids - I have always wondered how to come up with a carryover program, and these will be wonderful. C.S. (Jun. 2021)
"Helping students to find ways to speak to communication partners in meaningful ways to aid in generalization. It gave me ideas on how to aid my middle school students with carryover. " M.A. (Jun. 2021)
"I really enjoyed the Carry over cards to encourage language and articulation at the same time.....very clever. Also, the science behind the 30 million words study very interesting. I liked that Gina used kids that she worked with, told us the students difficulties in speech, backgrounds and what she did to improve their language. I think she did a great job. She shared her personal experiences, and I really liked that aspect. G.G. (Jun. 2021)
Presenter: Cathy Alexander, MA, CCC-SLP
This course connects SLP treatment with curriculum-related goals that the child is learning in the classroom. This session covers from early science vocabulary (kindergarten) through adolescents. Learn evidence-based intervention strategies for teaching vocabulary for life science, changes in matter, and earth science. This course includes downloadable, reproducible therapy resources.... more+
"The entire presentation was beneficial. I enjoyed the experiment examples." R.H. (Aug. 2024)
"The verb vocabulary handouts were helpful." J.F. (May. 2024)
"Loved the flashcards and prefix/suffix definitions. Very easy to follow and understand course. The presenter spoke at a good rate." B.S. (Jun. 2023)
"I never really thought about the vast amount of verbs used in the teaching of science. I can see now why this would pose a challenge to students with a LI Disorder, as verbs are not quite as concrete as nouns." M.L. (Jun. 2023)
"I really enjoyed the book suggestions made during this presentation, as well as the examples of using the semantic and phonological approach to teaching science vocabulary." M.L. (Jun. 2023)
"I thought it was beneficial to know how to use the textbook while also taking the vocabulary word to a more specific level. I liked the examples of resources both mentioned and provided." M.C. (Apr. 2023)
"Discussing how to teach vocabulary using different techniques was beneficial. I liked the content word strings." D.C. (Apr. 2023)
"I really appreciated the specific books and activities provided, which can be used to target verbs in the different science areas. The presenter was easy to follow, and I appreciated all of the resources shared." A.B. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the specifics on how to teach science vocabulary. This course was very complete. I learned so much." L.K. (Jan. 2023)
"The activity ideas and literature suggestions were good. I liked the handout." J.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Very easy to follow and many helpful supports. I really enjoyed all of the science links and how to incorporate into language lessons." C.P. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the techniques and materials discussed, and the flow of the information was good." J.M. (Jun. 2022)
"Including photocards with attached words was helpful. I liked all the additional therapy tools." L.M. (Jun. 2022)
"Learning information on the reasons that verb interventions, in particular, are necessary, and learning keys to effective intervention (input frequency, distributed practice, etc). The visual examples of cards to teach the words and examples of content word strings were good." M.H. (May 2022)
"Course was well organized. I liked the vocabulary / suffixes / root words provided." S.N. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the information specific to verbs, and that it focused on science vocabulary." S.M. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the picture books and the clarity of teaching." J.R. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the strategies and techniques for teaching science vocabulary to elementary and middle school students." K.F. (Dec. 2021)
"A lot of practical advice!" S.M. (Nov. 2021)
"I enjoyed the use of visuals to understand meaning and the practical examples." A.C. (Nov. 2021)
Presenter: Cathy Alexander, MA, CCC-SLP
Limited verb lexicon is a characteristic of children with specific language impairment (SLI). Learn how SLPs can foster the development of verbs by increasing frequency input and verb diversity. Strategies will be provided for children with SLI to learn curriculum verbs. Grade-level verbs, high-incidence academic verbs, and verbs critical for academic success will be covered. This course includes downloadable, reproducible therapy resources.... more+
"All of the course was beneficial. I liked the different suggestions on how to incorporate teaching verbs within the school's entire day." K.N. (Jan. 2024)
"The breakdown of Tier II vocabulary by grade was beneficial, as it’s sometimes hard to select target words. I liked her targeted focus on intervention strategies." J.D. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing the number and diversity of verbs needed to help develop literacy skills was helpful. Also, the research behind predictions of success in children who have more diverse verbs in their lexicon. The information was clear and useful!" W.D. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the list of specific verbs for each grade level. The ideas on how to teach verbs were helpful." T.R. (Oct. 2023)
"The grade-level word lists and activities were beneficial. I liked the Lesson Activities with storybooks and worksheets." C.C. (Sep. 2023)
"Strategies for teaching verbs in the preschool and school-age level. I liked how clear and concrete this course was." S.G. (Sep. 2023)
"The word lists and printouts that were provided to target verbs made this course practical. I liked the evidence-based research. Breakout of tier 2 verbs children will need to learn broken down by grade level. Resource suggestions to help target them." T.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Good overall discussion on verbs. Great handouts." T.W. (Sep. 2023)
"Examples, lots of examples. Thanks!" A.L. (Jul. 2023)
"This course was very easy to follow, and the examples were amazing. I especially enjoyed the handouts and techniques for teaching and including teaching staff in developing verb vocabulary." B.S. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked all the practical examples and resources. Great refresher. I'm out of elementary now, and after only seeing preschoolers for 5 years, I needed this!" L.S. (Jun. 2023)
"Many hands on activities that I can use with my caseload." T.E. (Jun. 2023)
"The therapy techniques and ideas were beneficial." B.K. (Jun. 2023)
"Learning vocabulary for each grade level was beneficial. I liked that you can take the course at your leisure." D.C. (May 2023)
"I liked the examples in this course." G.B. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the books available to target specific verbs, and also the presenter's great activity sheets. The verb lists per grade were beneficial." K.H. (Apr. 2023)
"The identification of the age-appropriate or curriculum-appropriate verbs was very helpful! I appreciated the handouts received and the resources presented in order for me to have immediate hands-on ideas to utilize in therapy." M.C. (Apr. 2023)
"Provided ideas that I can use within my general education classrooms. Discussing the effects of verb (vocabulary) knowledge on reading comprehension was beneficial." D.C. (Apr. 2023)
"The instructor provided usable & functional materials. I liked the list of literature by grade level to support verb teaching." L.B. (Feb. 2023)
"Activities to teach verbs at various grade levels. Many examples of materials and strategies were presented. Inclusion of handouts." D.A. (Jan. 2023)
"The content was very good and I liked the examples of books." F.B. (Nov. 2022)
"I really liked having specific examples for ways to integrate verb learning across grade levels. Good activities and strategies provided by the presenter." C.P. (Nov. 2022)
"Useful materials provided. I liked the lists of verbs." B.M. (Oct. 2022)"The specific vocabulary for each grade was helpful and I intend to use it with my students. I liked the handouts and specific activities shared, especially the visuals to use." M.E. (Oct. 2022)
"I loved the intervention examples and ideas." L.G. (Oct. 2022)
"Providing a great amount of resources and breaking it down into grade level was terrific and helpful. The presenter maintained a steady pace that was not too fast." A.K. (Sept. 2022)
"I will keep the concept of input frequency and distributed practice through booster sessions as a key component to my teaching." S.L. (Aug. 2022)
"I appreciated the empirical evidence related to verb acquisition for children with language delays. The course also offered easy to facilitate techniques and activities to help improve semantic outcomes." A.M. (Jul. 2022)
"Practical suggestions on how to implement....evidence based and practical ideas." D.J. (Jul. 2022)
"There are practical examples and ways to incorporate into daily practice and collaboration emphasis." J.O. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked the examples of words to teach and ways to teach them. Parts 2 and 4." V.D. (Jun. 2022)
"The course was outlined and presented very well." S.A. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the examples of activities that can be used to teach verbs. I was familiar with some of the research on the importance of verbs as early indicators for children at risk of developing SLI, but hearing the systematic review the presenter provided helped solidify my understanding of this information." M.H. (Jan. 2022)
"Course was wonderful! I found the grade specific vocabulary/verb lists most educational and the multiple handouts most beneficial. I plan to change my vocabulary instruction almost immediately with these resources." S.B. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the practical teaching strategies for teaching verbs. Easy to follow and very applicable." M.B. (Dec. 2021)
“Great explanations of the importance of verbs and difficulty of teaching and understanding these words. The examples of therapy materials across multiple grades/ages were also helpful.” K.B. (Dec. 2021)
"Concrete examples and digital handouts. Loved the digital handouts!" M.T. (Dec. 2021)
"I LOVE the age specific lists of verbs! So informative and straightforward." J.P. (Oct. 2021)
"Easy to listen to. Collaborative ideas across the school day." C.K. (Oct. 2021)
“I appreciated the creative ways to incorporate verbs across the curriculum daily.” L.U. (Sept. 2021)
"I appreciated the specific examples of activities used in targeting various vocabulary. It pertains to my caseload." C.H. (Aug 2021)
"I liked the specific examples and ways to teach them. The course was very pragmatic." J.G. (Jul. 2021)
"Teaching parents the importance of exposing their child to a diversity of verbs will be beneficial for my practice. The selection of books to acquaint the child with a variety of verbs beyond the GAP verbs is wonderful." B.R. (Jul. 2021)
"The overall review of intervention techniques to use in language therapy, as well as the focus on types of words that should be utilized in treatment, were most beneficial." G.P. (Jun. 2021)
"I appreciated the discussion on how to not work exclusively with the target child - to be inclusive and to avoid stigmatizing them. I like that it was to the point, and it was also a good review of information." M.N. (Jun. 2021)
"I found the most benefit from the discussion regarding the early grades. I will be looking into the Story Friends program for use in my school. The course had specific therapeutic strategies. Awesome!" D.H. (May 2021)
“I loved the examples of using the techniques.” N.B. (Mar. 2021)
“This course gave me more specific ideas to integrate new vocabulary into my therapy.” S.M. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Martha S. Burns, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course will review new research on Social Emotional Learning (SEL), self-regulation, motivation and academic confidence. The content will include brain research on how regulatory skills mature in children and adolescents to enable purposeful, goal-oriented behavior for academic success. Research on best practices for... more+
"The specific techniques and activities reviewed at the end were beneficial." B.H. (Mar. 2024)
"Beneficial information on how to better understand focus and motivation. The course was presented in a way that was easily understood and applied." M.L. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing the importance of self-regulation in building executive function skills was beneficial. Covered anatomy and physiology of the brain involved in EF and included a review of current research." S.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Very detailed course. I liked the use of collaborative social-emotional therapeutic processes." B.G. (Nov. 2023)
"The relationship between motivation and achievement for our clients was beneficial." S.B. (Nov. 2023)
"The top-down and bottom-up approaches were helpful. I liked the course pace, handouts, and different treatment ideas for pts." E.B. (Oct. 2023)
"I enjoyed hearing how neuroscience explains the "bad" behaviors. I liked the neuroscience background that I was not aware of." L.S. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning the effect of stress on memory and cognitive functioning. I liked the method of presentation. Just the right amount of information." A.S. (Oct. 2023)
"I love anything I can learn about EF in my pediatric patients. There were many tools that I can use in treatment." V.H. (Oct. 2023)
"I've always used motivation in sessions and sometimes felt like it was impractical for a child's day-to-day school experience. I really appreciate the science behind the benefit and just how important it is! I liked the science behind the principles and specific examples of why and how." K.P. (Aug. 2023)
"Excellent, relevant, useful knowledge. New research on working memory. Ideas and resources on incorporating cognitive training into my therapy sessions." A.R. (Jul. 2023)
"New research on cingulate cortex, limbic system, and emotion and learning. I liked the varying tools of knowledge and therapy practices." D.K. (Jul. 2023)
"It was beneficial discussing working memory - role and intervention. I liked the neurological discussion and specific strategies." K.M. (Jun. 2023)
"The many, MANY resources cited are most beneficial to my daily practice. I have already shared about 4 of them! Fantastic resources." A.W. (Jun. 2023)
"Practical information to incorporate into therapy materials." T.D. (Jun. 2023)
"Presenter provided intervention approaches and ideas. I liked the three-tiered approach to intervention for academic confidence and teaching social competencies." M.J. (May 2023)
"I really liked the way the presenter explained that we modulate the difficulty level to a manageable level so that the balance between the expected reward outweighs the anticipated effort, therefore, maintaining motivation and student follow through. I can’t wait to help teachers problem-solve ways to do this within their classrooms! I liked the variety of research and reference materials that we can refer to for additional information." J.D. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the amount of information and research support provided. Learning to include work on executive functions of attention, working memory and goal management to help my students to be more confident that they can learn and therefore more motivated to try and work at their speech and language goals and academics." L.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Therapy ideas were beneficial. I liked the review of neuroanatomy." A.W. (Mar. 2023)
"Top-down approach to helping my students and making sure therapy is challenging as well as novel to motivate them. I liked the ideas speaker gave to motivate students and how important it is to understand what is behind that motivation or lack of." M.E. (Mar. 2023)
"I particularly liked the discussion about instilling belief in clients and using scaffolding to manage difficulty to increase confidence and, ultimately, the cost-benefit ratio of school performance. I also liked how much information was packed into the amount of time we had for the course!" A.L. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the neuroscience discussion and how it applies to daily behaviors." D.W. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the information related to adolescence." L.M. (Jan. 2023)
"The intervention training was beneficial. Course was well paced." S.B. (Jan. 2023)
"This was a very applicable course that I can use in my therapy sessions. Learning different treatments that can strengthen areas of weakness. I also liked the visual supports to help understand the content." J.P. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the research studies and discussion of specific therapeutic strategies based on these studies. The organization and presentation of material was easy to follow." K.F. (Dec. 2022)
"Concise and clearly presented. I liked the 3-tiered approach to intervention for academic confidence." A.L. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning about the research on mindfulness and the impact on EF, and the importance of self-esteem. I liked the updated research and intervention ideas." P.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I found all aspects of this course helpful, including the neurological data, current research, clinical relevance, and treatment suggestions to address the difficulties. Dr. Burns is one of the outstanding lecturers on these topics and she is extremely skilled at synthesizing relevant information into clinical suggestions that are extremely helpful." B.S. (Nov. 2022)
"I appreciate how Dr. Burns covers current research and neurological data relevant to clinical treatment. She pulls all that information together in a cohesive and understandable lecture with clear suggestions for the next clinical steps in diagnosis and treatment." B.S. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the information on motivation and neuroscience rationale." S.S. (Sept. 2022)
"Learning how motivation and self-regulation are connected, as well as how the limbic system can affect learning. I also appreciated the practical therapy ideas for working memory, etc. The instructor was really engaging, and the content was challenging." C.M. (July 2022)
"All of it was beneficial. Super helpful as I serve birth-21 and not a specific population. Quick, efficient, and great info. Also, I LOVED the specific treatment techniques that I can further investigate and utilize with my clients. Very tangible and helpful." R.C. (June 2022)
"Very current research/clinical info, practical strategies. Liked the new info and strategies for attention and executive function." S.D. (June 2022)
"I liked the therapeutic approach of taking a major project and working backward to break the task into small, manageable parts." T.D. (June 2022)
"The executive function targets related to ADHD were helpful." T.K. (June 2022)
"Beneficial to learn therapy activities and systems within therapy that help promote confidence, engagement, etc. at a biological and physiological level. I liked that this course offered some concrete activities and strategies to implement that are backed by research about best practice." K.G. (Apr. 2022)
"Practical therapy ideas for students to work on executive functioning skills, including information on adolescents." R.O. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the activity ideas for working memory, and suggested word recall exercises for younger children. Course was well organized, with many links and resources to refer back to." J.W. (Apr. 2022)
"I enjoyed how the presenter reiterated the level of difficulty tasks are for the clients we work with, and how there needs to be a balance." S.W. (Apr. 2022)
"I enjoyed learning more about executive functioning. I thought that the information was well organized." J.B. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the explanation of social competency skills and the relationship of SEL to Executive Function skills." K.L. (Mar. 2022)
"What staff reaction should be for bad behaviors – the top-down, bottom up foundations. Course was straightforward." M.H. (Mar. 2022)
"Understanding the connection between emotion and memory – I liked the background information and resources." J.J. (Mar. 2022)
"It was a good review about the importance of bottom up and top down. Also, all children can learn when we individualize and balance "expected" rewards versus anticipated effort. I liked her interactive activities and the demonstrations." K.H. (Mar. 2022)
"I learned how to better facilitate motivation. I liked the topic and content." S.J. (Feb. 2022)
"Excellent course! Easy to follow and SO relevant to my job as a school-based SLP! Brain information was fascinating! Great course!!! Take it!" G.J. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the incredibly valuable information about EF and the emotional aspect of learning. The discussion on terminology, the why, the science behind the why and what was most beneficial. The course was excellent." A.H. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the motivation breakdown balance of incentive and effort. And info concerning stress on brain and learning." T.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the focus on motivation and confidence – functional use for my clients!" K.G. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the executive function strategies, science underpinnings, and practical examples." L.N. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the practical activities listed – the course was thorough." M.B. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the discussion of all of the brain research in relation to memory & emotion. So much important information." C.K. (Oct. 2021)
"The examples of $10 words and warm ups and the very end ideas for sustaining a therapy session were good." C.M. (Sept. 2021)
“I am extremely excited about the idea that adolescence is the age of opportunity. So many educators today just give up on the adolescent. I also liked that it was positive, and it stressed the point that anyone can learn.” C.D. (Aug. 2021)
"I appreciated going over the relation to brain structures. I liked the visuals and examples." A.B. (Jul. 2021)
"I liked the current research examples cited. The examples of therapy tasks for attention, working memory, goal-setting, etc. were very helpful." S.O. (Jul. 2021)
"The overall content was extremely helpful. I think the suggestions for activities near the end of the lecture were helpful and can easily be put into practice. I liked the pace of the speaker, explaining the material, and the visuals." K.H. (Jul. 2021)
"The references to young children was beneficial since that is my caseload. The material was presented in an interesting manner." L.K. (Jun. 2021)
"The information was interesting and applicable." S.M. (May 2021)
“I like courses by this author. She challenges me to understand new research, but in a very organized way translates it to connect with my prior knowledge and experience. Just like good therapy.” S.P. (Feb. 2021)
“I found it very helpful to hear the ideas for how to build the skills necessary to improve executive functioning skills. Particularly for school-aged clients. I appreciated that before we got to the teaching of how to target growth of executive functioning skills, we were taught the information about and research on executive function skills and why we target what we do to strengthen these skills.” M.W. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Kimberly Sanzo, MS, CCC-SLP
This course is intended for speech-language pathologists who work with children who may have adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). It will address the effects of negative childhood experiences, such as abuse and neglect, on language and cognitive development.... more+
"The facts of how maltreatment affects the children and how we can help a child be resilient and how we can help the parents were beneficial to discuss. I liked the handouts that the presenter gave to us." L.M. (Aug. 2024)
"The case studies were very helpful with understanding the significance of how language development is impacted by maltreatment of children. I liked the description of ACES and how it relates to adverse childhood experiences. The resource material was helpful. The importance of SLP's working with children to understand how home life can impact language development." T.M. (Jun. 2024)
"The emphasis placed on play as it relates to early learning was helpful. I enjoyed the thorough manner in which the topic was discussed." B.R. (Apr. 2024)
"Understanding how this can impact our kids who did not have hearing aids from an early age. I felt like this course was very evidence-based." K.K. (Apr. 2024)
"Relating this topic to therapy was beneficial. I liked discussing the differentiation between abuse and neglect." S.D. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the pacing, and I found the course to be informative. I was particularly interested in learning more about ACES." M.B. (Dec. 2023)
"The specifics of communicative and cognitive areas affected by maltreatment were helpful. I enjoyed the specific study results provided." L.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Thank you for consolidating so much current research on the topic of maltreatment effects on children. I have long seen its effects in the population that I've served, and now I have scientific studies to support my therapy findings. I currently work at a private outpatient pediatric clinic where I am a big proponent of parent involvement in their child's therapy and having the parents actively participate in the therapy sessions, carryover at home, etc. Now, I have lots of resources to cite to show the significance of parent involvement, early intervention, etc. Thank you! Wonderful presenter! I very much enjoyed listening to her speak." A.H. (Nov. 2023)
"All of this course was beneficial. I liked the studies and specific references." C.S. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the entire course. Discussing caregiver neglect was beneficial." R.S. (Nov. 2023)
"I now have a better understanding of what neglect is and how it affects children. This course was not judgmental and only presented facts which makes it easier for me to view families in this way to support them." J.Y. (Sep. 2023)
"The difference between maltreatment, abuse, and neglect was very informational. I liked the pace that the presenter was speaking and that she did not read right off the slides, making me more engaged in the content and in writing my notes." N.P. (Aug. 2023)
"Discussion of brain changes in children who are in abusive situations was beneficial. Affirmation of the need for developing rapport." A.S. (Jul. 2023)
"Informative course. Easy to follow." J.H. (Jun. 2023)
"Very straightforward information. The topic on neurological differences in children who experience maltreatment was beneficial." L.G. (Apr. 2023)
"With the seemingly increased causes of neglect and abuse of our students, it's helpful to have more fundamental knowledge as to what to consider and to take into account while working with these students. Also, keeping in mind that these children are experiencing STRUCTURAL effects from the experienced maltreatment." M.B. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the organization and clarity of this course." S.G. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning the impact of neglect on language development was beneficial." P.F. (Feb. 2023)
"This course was very beneficial and in my opinion imperative for any SLP working with children. Laying out specifically how a child's home life and/or background can so significantly affect their brain development is something that all SLPs should know and be cognizant of." A.D. (Feb. 2023)
"The entire course was beneficial. I liked the speaker." G.B. (Feb. 2023)
"The presenter was easy to understand and laid out the information in a way that made it easy to understand and retain." A.D. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the topic. This whole course was beneficial." W.F. (Feb. 2023)
"Understanding the effects on specific areas of language was beneficial. I liked the specific information on what is affected in language areas due to maltreatment and how I can plan my intervention." M.E. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning how neglect and mistreatment impacts cognitive development was beneficial." A.M. (Oct. 2022)
"Very informative with specific details on neurological, cognitive, linguistic, social emotional effects particularly of neglect. Interesting relationship between play, all of the above factors, and potential for criminal violence in young adults." J.B. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked learning the specific impacts trauma had on language skills." L.S. (Sept. 2022)
"Well paced, informative, well researched. Learning ways to support neglected clients." E.B. (July 2022)
"I liked the comprehensiveness of the course in the one-hour time span. And learning areas of language development to observe to help a child who may have experienced maltreatment." H.W. (July 2022)
"Good pace and the information was presented clearly. It was beneficial learning how early intervention can help these students as well as the areas of language primarily affected." K.C. (May 2022)
"I liked the importance of play, early intervention, and positive supportive relationships." J.P. (Feb. 2022)
"All the content was great. Learning how neglect affects the child's neurological development and defining the importance of play in intervention was beneficial." J.G. (Dec. 2021)
"Course was very detailed. I'm now considering how maltreatment could contribute to language deficits I've observed with my patients." S.S. (Dec. 2021)
"Lots of new information I was unaware of, particularly on brain development." L.M. (Dec. 2021)
"So informative and really eye opening how ACEs impact the brain. The direct connection/impact between ACEs and language development makes sense with the students I work with." H.A. (Dec. 2021)
"The course was very easy to listen to. The pace of her speaking was perfect." J.M. (Dec. 2021)
"The entire course is beneficial to understanding what many of out clients may be facing and how it impacts their language and development. It was very succinct and nicely organized." J.W. (Dec. 2021)
“I liked the way it placed maltreatment into categories which were something I had not specifically considered. It was just all under the umbrella of 'abuse' in my mind.” F.G. (Dec. 2021)
"I really liked that the presenter shared her experiences about having to change treatment sessions to meet the needs of her students." J.M. (Nov. 2021)
"The implications presented in this course were useful to me in my daily work. Not only will it help me with intervention, but also with the strategies that I can provide to families and caregivers. It was all very informative. The course had a nice balance of research, brain development, and useful strategies." G.E. (Oct. 2021)
“Well organized presentation that was concise and to the point. The speaker was excellent with a thorough presentation that was very much appreciated.” J.T. (Sept. 2021)
“The research studies helped me understand the impact of ACE in overall language development. It was short and to the point. Easy to understand and relevant references to research.” M.O. (Aug. 2021)
"I enjoyed the discussion on the evidence behind forming positive relationships with our students. As an SLP, we genuinely care about our clients and want to make them feel safe and supported, but I have not given much thought as to the evidence that supports why our rapport with our clients is so important to the client’s development and even therapy goals." E.G. (Jul. 2021)
"I found the importance of simply talking to our children & the neurological structural information interesting. It had a lot of information and used a lot of studies to emphasize how harmful maltreatment can be." J.R. (Jul. 2021)
"The information regarding the effect of neglect versus physical abuse was most beneficial. I liked the good information that was supported by several studies. It was a very good course!" S.D. (Jun. 2021)
"Going over the importance of play in working with children with ACEs was most beneficial. I liked the content related to areas of the brain impacted by maltreatment." T.V. (May 2021)
"Easy to follow course filled with practical and useful information!" G.J. (May 2021)
"I was so pleased to gain such a volume of information about how to address the language/cognitive/social effects of neglect on young children. Although much of the content did not surprise me, it provided me with a more organized way to prioritize goals in my work with at-risk communication impaired children and their parents in the clinical setting. I most appreciated the pace of presentation, published studies to back up treatment plans, and a positive spin on treatment. I was especially pleased to see that so much detail and practical recommendation could fit into a one-hour presentation. Well done!" P.H. (Apr. 2021)
"Presentation was well-paced, and the presenter had a pleasant, calming voice. The topic is an issue that I have seen increase over the years, and one relevant to today's practice." R.G. (Mar. 2021)
Presenter: Emily Laracy, MA, MS, CCC-SLP/L
Selective Mutism (SM) is an anxiety disorder which profoundly affects social/pragmatic language skills and falls under the Speech-language Pathologist’s scope of practice. This presentation will provide assessment strategies, review important factors to consider in planning treatment, and provide practical suggestions of activities to use in therapy sessions.... more+
"Strategies for working with SM were beneficial. I liked the information and ease." D.U. (Aug. 2024)
"Help develop appropriate cueing, language to use and avoid, goal development, and how to target goals. I liked all of the examples and thought the presenter did a great job overall." L.F. (Jun. 2024)
"The assessment and treatments of SM including the social-emotional piece were helpful. Specific treatment methods to use to really hit the heart of the issue with SM students." B.L. (Jun. 2024)
"Learning more about SM was beneficial." V.B. (Jun. 2024)
"The assessment was beneficial. I enjoyed this topic." L.G. (Jun. 2024)
"The bridge visual was helpful. The course was easy to follow." C.J. (Jun. 2024)
"Helpful ways to implement therapy techniques. Good information." V.W. (Jun. 2024)
"The treatment component was helpful, and I liked the video examples." J.F. (May. 2024)
"I learned something new on every slide. I appreciated the video examples, the websites and how well Emily described each definition and scenario. I loved all the examples of how to treat SM. Information to share with parents, teachers, and therapists. A fabulous amount of information to help assess and treat!! Thank you!!" L.B. (May. 2024)
"Discussing the role of SLP was beneficial." R.M. (Apr. 2024)
"The course was all great - thank you so much! I loved all the resources and evidence used to back up claims." K.R. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing intervention was helpful. I liked the ability to stop and go back if needed. I liked the presenter, and how the presentation was organized." S.S. (Mar. 2024)
"I found the entire presentation to be beneficial as I have not had much experience working with Selective Mutism. I feel that I have a better understanding now of what SM is and how I can help students with this difficulty. I liked the entire course. The speaker did a great job defining the condition as well as treatments. I also appreciated the video examples and case studies." J.D. (Mar. 2024)
"The discussion that we are fully equipped as SLPs to assess and treat SM was beneficial. I liked the videos and specific examples of what to do and what not to do, as well as explanations of why." C.G. (Mar. 2024)
"Anxiety cycle description was helpful. I loved the way that the course started with a broader description and then showed specific roles or SLP assessment and treatment methods." S.B. (Feb. 2024)
"The intervention information was helpful. Well organized, practical, answered many questions." G.F. (Feb. 2024)
"I enjoyed the videos of the therapist using techniques in therapy." M.F. (Feb. 2024)
"The entire course was very beneficial. I was never taught how to assess or treat SM in my graduate program and I have several students on my current caseload with SM. I will be applying the information and relaying the information to the teachers at my school who work with my students. The videos and real demonstrations of how to implement were very helpful." K.M. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing treatment was beneficial." R.Q. (Jan. 2024)
"CDI and VDI were beneficial topics. I enjoyed the supporting materials." S.T. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the discussion of the role of the SLP and the great breakdown of assessment and treatment, lots of resources too! Comprehensive course." S.L. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the techniques discussed for treatment. Case histories and videos utilizing discussed techniques." S.D. (Jan. 2024)
"This course was perfect, and everything was relevant. Gave specific activities, things to say, reasons why you wouldn't do certain things. Every area was described very well. I liked the videos showing the right/wrong way to do interventions." C.H. (Dec. 2023)
"All the materials and concrete examples provided were helpful. It allowed me to visualize my client immediately and framework my interventions." M.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Effectively assessing children with SM. I liked the application to working with children in schools." M.L. (Dec. 2023)
"The hierarchy of progressing towards independent speech production was helpful. The charts were also very helpful." L.C. (Nov. 2023)
"The stages and techniques to use with students who have selective mutism were beneficial. Many wonderful resources, including free resources. Great to have videos showing therapy in action." K.T. (Nov. 2023)
"The entire presentation was well done - very informative and helpful for both assessment and treatment. Detailed information." C.R. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the treatment section with the video examples. So helpful to get specific examples of goals, tx activities, and resources." L.L. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing CDI vs VDI was helpful. The info was presented in an easy way to understand and apply." C.R. (Nov. 2023)
"Having worked with several students with Selective Mutism in the past, I found this discussion quite informative. Knowledge of Child-Directed Interactions and the VDI Question Sequence are particularly beneficial to Speech Pathologists working with SM students in therapeutic, classroom, or clinical settings. Many of the visual graphics and videos were very helpful in supporting the key points discussed in this presentation. I was also impressed with the amount of detail the presenter went into regarding each SM student and how that affects their treatment program. This was a great course on Selective Mutism." C.F. (Nov. 2023)
"The treatment progression was beneficial. This course was easy to listen to and follow - very specific." C.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Treatment strategies and information for families was beneficial. I liked the knowledge and manner of the presenter." M.L. (Sep. 2023)
"The concept that there is no neutral response, and that we are either strengthening the bravery cycle or the anxiety cycle was beneficial. I liked learning the basics about SM and how to approach therapy." M.E. (Aug. 2023)
"Specific guidelines for therapy. All of this info will help me provide EBP. " K.A. (Aug. 2023)
"The difference between treatment approaches with CDI and VDI was beneficial. I liked the video examples with commentary on what to do." S.W. (Jul. 2023)
"All of this content is excellent. I can put it directly to use." L.A. (Jul. 2023)
"This course was very organized and engaging. I found the information about scaffolding to be the most beneficial. Provides a step-by-step of how to move these children to being verbal communicators. The presentation provided a lot of good resources." M.L. (Jul. 2023)
"The presenter gave several resources and detailed treatment options that I can begin using in my daily practice. I liked all of the examples, case studies, resources and treatment ideas." M.J. (Jun. 2023)
"The topics of CDI and VDI were extremely helpful as well as the videos demonstrating both. I was very unsure how to work with a student on my caseload who fits the profile of SM and seeing how easy it really is to treat with these excellent models was beneficial." D.B. (May 2023)
"This course was very well organized and executed. I enjoyed the entire course. The explanations, video models and case studies were very beneficial to my understanding and subsequently wanting to put these methods into practice." D.B. (May 2023)
"I liked that this course showed videos for how to do each task. I hope to use this content with Middle School Kids. I liked the video examples." T.P. (May 2023)
"This course dove more deeply into actual treatment approaches and ideas than any other course on SM for SLPs that I have come across. This was very helpful. I have already recommended it to another SLP. I liked the specific treatment ideas, examples, and videos." C.P. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the specific treatment suggestions and strategies. Good organization paired with specific examples and treatment approaches." E.D. (Apr. 2023)
"The review of assessment and the examples were really thorough, and I liked how the presenter gave additional resources to further enhance understanding of this topic." L.F. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the strategies for working with individuals with Selective Mutism." A.V. (Apr. 2023)
"Learning our role in assessing and treating selective mutism was beneficial." A.C. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the speaker’s delivery." A.B. (Mar. 2023)
"The fact that it is anxiety based; how important that is to remember, and the communication bridge as well as the screener in the handouts. Loved the handouts and ease of understanding the material." M.E. (Feb. 2023)
"LOVED all of it. Ax and tx strategies for SM. Discussion about the negative reinforcement and how to discuss this with teachers and parents." C.J. (Jan. 2023)
"The presenter was thorough and explained all areas well. I liked the discussion on goals and accommodations." M.F. (Jan. 2023)
"The whole presentation taught me a lot of material about SM that I can use. I liked everything." A.B. (Jan. 2023)
"I found the treatment section to be most beneficial as it gave me new ideas for current sessions I have with my patient. I appreciated the different visuals/charts provided." W.R. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning what is and what is not SM. I liked the hierarchy of language complexity and therapy ideas." K.G. (Dec. 2022)
"Awareness of multi-professional and parent involvement; dietary/biochemical issues; anxiety triggers were beneficial. I liked the intensity and scope of information." E.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Clear, concise, practical information." S.B. (Dec. 2022)
"I appreciated the information on selective mutism, the assessment of clients, and the resources for treatment. I liked the assessment strategies and practical suggestions of therapy activities." S.D. (Dec. 2022)
"The use of videos for demonstration purposes was excellent! I was able to see what mistakes I need to avoid when treating SM patients. I liked all of it! Course was well presented, with actual information and video demonstrations." Y.R. (Nov. 2022)
"Course was specific and descriptive enough in both providing information for diagnosis and treatment so that I could easily transfer the information into my daily practice. Thank you, so much!" L.A. (Nov. 2022)
"SLP role in working with kids with SM and treatment strategies were helpful. Handouts available as well." L.H. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked all the resources and videos." E.M. (Nov. 2022)
"I appreciated the valuable content - very informative! I appreciated the thorough examples, recommendations & videos." M.B. (Nov. 2022)
"The general information for my practice was beneficial." K.S. (Oct. 2022)
"The flow of this course is excellent!" B.B. (Sept. 2022)
"I especially appreciated the videos showing CDI and VDI being implemented and the breakdown of the techniques used in each. I also appreciated the many links to handouts and additional resources." R.M. (Aug. 2022)
"I really liked the information on ways to respond to the child and to engage them in conversation without asking questions or just talking to myself to fill the gaps. Lots of great info. I LOVED that I could speed up the replay, that is so amazing." M.B. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the way the course was organized. It also helped the person giving the course was a school SLP. All aspects of the course were very good and relevant." V.K. (Aug. 2022)
"Very helpful for working with selective mutism. Good presentation order." J.H. (July 2022)
"There were a lot therapy ideas. I liked the step by step incremental increase on how to increase complexity of therapy." M.B. (July 2022)
"I found the Assessment and Treatment sections of the presentation to be the most beneficial. I found The Social Communication Bridge to be important for both parents and clinicians. I really enjoyed the videos showing CDI being used correctly and incorrectly and VDI being used correctly and incorrectly. This really helped me to understand." L.C. (June 2022)
"Clear presentation. Well organized and useful examples. I liked the breakdown of treatment strategies with video examples." J.F. (June 2022)
"Very relevant information for my caseload." C.M. (June 2022)
"The course was very organized and descriptive. The progression of therapy was very helpful, in relation to child-directed interactions vs. verbal-directed interactions, and how/when to use these techniques. I really liked the examples given throughout the course, including the example of what a therapy session might look like. I have a preschool student who might have SM, and I feel more equipped to work with her now that I understand more about SM and various techniques I can use with her to encourage communication." M.M. (June 2022)
"I thought it provided a lot of really helpful information on what SM is, how to treat it, what my role as an SLP is, and it gave good resources." R.L. (June 2022)
"It was most beneficial to talk about treatment. I liked that she gave videos to practice identification of skills." C.H. (June 2022)
"Very well organized, videos to see techniques in practice, case studies, and concrete examples to utilize in therapy." C.D. (May 2022)
"The information regarding assessment and treatment of SM was very beneficial." E.M. (May 2022)
"I liked the intervention strategies and hierarchy of treatment approaches. Lots of good information." R.P. (Apr. 2022)
"It was all very informative from the assessment information to the treatment. Lots of good practical information. I loved the specific examples of videos and how you can incorporate SM into groups with other students. I liked the resources to utilize, specifically free resources to use with parents and teachers as well as some I can use." E.D. (Apr. 2022)
"The anxiety portion helped me so much in so many different aspects as well as helping different students! The pace was amazing and I learned so much about selective mutism that I never knew before!" K.M. (Apr. 2022)
"It was very clear, organized, and gave good tips on how and/or what to use in your practice." S.C. (Apr. 2022)
"I enjoyed the entire course. The content was sequential and easy to follow. The PowerPoint had the important information listed. The presenter was fluid and easy to understand. And I was able to access this course as my day allowed." E.E. (Mar. 2022)
"It was very thorough and included tons of resources." N.A. (Mar. 2022)
"Very thorough content, use of videos and case examples." J.M. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the therapeutic discussions. It was especially helpfully to not only have a discussion of the therapy, but to see videos with it done well and less well. It was well-organized and beautifully descriptive with pertinent examples/videos." L.M. (Dec. 2021)
"The course was very informative! I learned a lot!" A.C. (Dec. 2021)
“This course was full of resources that I will share with my colleagues and use in my practice. In particular, I will use what I learned about CDI and VDI when working with students with selective mutism.” K.W. (Dec. 2021)
"The presenter provided information about assessment and therapy approaches. It was very thorough and provided a great deal of helpful information. The videos were very helpful." S.H. (Nov. 2021)
"I found the discussion on how to assess and treat students with selective mutism most beneficial. I really enjoyed learning about the possible causes of selective mutism. It was very interesting." E.F. (Oct. 2021)
"Very thorough presentation of the characteristics, assessment, and treatment of the disorder." P.M. (Oct. 2021)
"Easy to follow slides and video examples." C.W. (Oct. 2021)
"Very informative." M.B. (Sept. 2021)
"I have a student with Selective Mutism and everything will be extremely helpful! This is a student who recently became my student and they were not receiving any direct services prior and now I feel much more confident in how to offer therapy for him." C.C. (Sept. 2021)
"All aspects of this course will be helpful - from the assessment to the treatment. The resources cited were especially helpful. It was nice to be able to listen to the lecture at my own rate with the handouts printed to refer to." K.H. (Jul. 2021)
"Basically all the information was beneficial. The presentation was very comprehensive and videos were helpful. The speaker was well informed and presented everything a therapist needs to know in order to best serve SM and families. I did like hearing about CDI skills and VDI skills and how to implement them." E.V. (Jul. 2021)
"The specific therapy techniques, including CDI and VDI interactions are beneficial for my daily practice. The course had a very thorough discussion of selective mutism and interventions." P.S. (Jun. 2021)
"It included practical ideas that can be implemented right away." K.B. (May 2021)
“I liked that the techniques and interventions for S.M. can be carried over into a variety of therapies (e.g. Early Intervention and treating language delays). Also, breaking the myth that SLPs should not treat S.M., learning how to identify it and being given specific methods of treatment.” E.P. (Apr. 2021)
“The visuals and charts were very helpful. Also, the assessment questionnaires were helpful. The course was very easy to understand while also being really informative.” G.Z. (Feb. 2021)
“This course clarified my doubts on this topic and will help guide me to select the best course of action for assessment and treatment.” D.D. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Kimberly Sanzo, MS, CCC-SLP
This course is intended for speech-language pathologists who work with children who are deaf and hard-of-hearing (DHH). It will address language deprivation in the DHH population by defining it, identifying its characteristics, and describing how to prevent and treat it.... more+
"The presenter was able to define and describe language deprivation in a student with DHH and discuss treatment strategies to utilize in therapy sessions. The presenter was very knowledgeable about the topic." M.H. (Aug. 2024)
"I really enjoyed that this course discussed specific ways that hearing impairments affect language acquisition. I enjoyed the information regarding how abstract thoughts are impacted by hearing impairments. This was not something that had previously occurred to me." F.G. (Jun. 2024)
"I really enjoyed the single-page handouts...very informative, useful, and parent friendly! Also great for teachers and school support staff! I really enjoyed this course. It was full of pertinent information, complete with supporting research articles! Well done. I will seek additional courses by Ms. Sanzo." S.J. (Jan. 2024)
"The course was all very interesting and helpful. I liked all of the information - treatment, background info, and specific handouts." C.S. (Dec. 2023)
"The implications of language deprivation and treatment portion were beneficial. The course was short, sweet, and sufficient to solidify my learning. I liked that there were hands-on examples." G.L. (Nov. 2023)
"Descriptions of language deprivation and how it differs from language delay and language disorder. Ideas for differential diagnosis and how to best meet the needs of the DHH child." D.K. (Sep. 2023)
"The distinction between communication and language, the intersection of language and cognition, the descriptions of symptoms, and the bit about executive functions were beneficial topics. The course was very well organized, and the presenter's voice was slow and measured, and easy to understand. The content was presented in great detail." R.C. (Aug. 2023)
"I enjoyed the specific examples of activities to use with this population. I liked the background information provided as well as the practical ideas for therapy." L.B. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the language deprivation examples. Course was easy to follow." V.V. (Jul. 2023)
"Thank you for a wonderful presentation and handouts. I am an educational interpreter in a special needs unit of a high school. My student is Deaf with cerebral palsy. My student failed her newborn hearing screening but didn’t get a hearing aid until she was five and a CI in middle school. I always assumed her low cognitive functioning was due to her CP. I read something about language deprivation in Deaf children recently and it got me thinking. Then this webinar caught my eye. So much of what you said fits my student and it really helps me see things in a whole new light. I especially appreciate the language, cognitive and bilingual treatment advice—that will be a big help with my student. I loved that this presentation was so well organized. It was easy to follow, the pacing was perfect, and the visuals were great." P.S. (Jun. 2023)
"Course was well organized and well presented. Definitions, concepts, and treatment ideas." S.J. (Mar. 2023)
"Fascinating topic. Course was clear, informational, easy to follow, very organized." W.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Understanding the difference between language, speech and hearing in terms of cognitive development was beneficial. I liked the comparisons used as examples to create a mental picture to understand concepts." F.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Examining the differential diagnosis among language delay, disorder and deprivation was very informative. The pacing of the presentation and the numerous examples of what you have experienced with your students was very enlightening. Also, the visuals of how you present information to your students was very helpful." M.P. (Nov. 2022)
"Very clear and well thought out course! Learning syntax of a language delay vs language deprivation." C.L. (Oct. 2022)
"Learning the importance of not using sign and spoken words simultaneously is good information. I liked the examples and comparing language disorders to language deprivation." J.T. (Sept. 2022)
"The content and topic was interesting." C.H. (July 2022)
"The course information will be useful to my practice." T.P. (June 2022)
"Techniques discussed for addressing language deprivation were beneficial. The handouts were nice as well as the tips for treatment." N.P. (Apr. 2022)
"The definition and characteristics specific to language deprivation vs. other disorders was helpful. I liked the examples of therapy targets. And how bilingualism should be approached when the languages are ASL and spoken English." L.F. (Dec. 2021)
"The information was presented in a clear way that was easy to follow." T.V. (Dec. 2021)
"The information from this course will help me when working on language skills with my hearing impaired students. The course was well organized and informative." A.V. (Dec. 2021)
“I liked the clarity of the presentation, which fully explained the difficulty for the deaf or hard of hearing child. I also really appreciated the treatment examples.” L.P. (Dec. 2021)
“The Information on differences in language delay/disorders/deprivation was extremely helpful.” S.W. (Dec. 2021)
"A great background review of the difficulty for deaf and hard of hearing children to acquire language and to utilize it effectively over their lifetime." R.S. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the discussion of the difficulty associated with language processing in children with implants." A.S. (Sept. 2021)
"The information was clear and concise, and important concepts were repeated, which aided for better understanding." C.E. (Sept. 2021)
“The course was clear, well presented, and with a basis in research. As a clinician, it was also helpful to have the presenter give concrete examples of the concepts taught by referencing what this might look like in a D/HOH child or therapeutic practice.” A.B. (Sept. 2021)
“The differential diagnosis of language deprivation therapy approaches for students who have had language deprivation were insightful. It had relevant information and clear takeaways for clinical practice.” E.J. (Aug. 2021)
"Great course! Presenter was easy to listen to and provided great information. This will be my first year as an SLP working with students who are significantly deaf and hard of hearing. Understanding language deprivation will give a better understanding of many of my students' struggles." K.J. (Jul. 2021)
"The entire presentation was extremely beneficial. I will be using this information to improve my practices with students I currently work with. It was easy to access, very informative, I was able to pause it and rewind it when I wanted to hear something again, or pause it to take notes." J.B. (Jun. 2021)
"The detailed list of symptoms and implications were most helpful. The examples for each stated piece of data were beneficial." L.L. (May 2021)
"I honestly didn't know that hearing was so critical for language learning. I thought the language was easy to understand, but still good on a technical level." N.B. (Apr. 2021)
"This course made me look at language treatment in a different light which may even help with treatment of my kiddos that are hearing." C.H. (Jan. 2021)
“This course provided specific treatment tips and examples for students.” N.S. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Cathy Alexander, MA, CCC-SLP
This course focuses on innovative strategies for teaching grammatical morphology for children ages 3 to 10. The presenter will demonstrate evidence-based practices targeting present progressive verbs, regular and irregular past tense verbs, plurals, possessives, comparatives and superlatives. Participants will take away numerous treatment activities as well as ready-to-use handouts. ... more+
"I liked the specific models for how to incorporate the strategies into therapy sessions. I liked all the resources provided." A.B. (Jul. 2024)
"I enjoyed the practical application of this information. I can go back and relisten if there was a point that I missed or needed to spend more time thinking about to understand." E.P. (Jul. 2024)
"I appreciated how the content shared was consistently rooted in a research article. It was also meaningful that specific examples and targeted vocabulary were aligned with grade level expectations (CCSS). The amount and pacing of the content aligned well for a seasoned clinician, especially those who have experience with morphological methods and could use a refresher regarding how to intentionally apply evidence-based strategies in their sessions." C.S. (Jul. 2024)
"Presented innovative strategies and techniques. For someone who is an expert in this area – even I got a few new ideas! As I was completing this session, I was thinking of colleagues who I would recommend this course to." C.S. (Jul. 2024)
"I appreciated how the presenter provided research on norms and linked her therapy practices to the evidence." D.B. (Jul. 2024)
"How best to teach verbs through literature rather than in conversation. I liked the book suggestions to help elicit different verb forms." R.V. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the information about early acquisition and preschoolers (that is my age group). EXCELLENT resources!!!! Great handouts." P.B. (Jun. 2024)
"Implementing the knowledge into therapy - strategies and approaches to use were helpful. I liked the various examples of books/materials to use." K.Q. (May. 2024)
"The suggestion on how to conduct therapy sessions was beneficial. A lot of printable materials." J.C. (Apr. 2024)
"All info was excellent and examples are good to practice daily." A.J. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked how the skills were broken down into different grade levels. I liked the printables that came with the handout." M.W. (Mar. 2024)
"I appreciate the resources at the end of the presentation. I liked the freedom to complete this course on my own time." D.S. (Feb. 2024)
"I really appreciated learning more about how to target irregular past tense verbs. I liked that you could preview the test questions prior to beginning the online course." K.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Development of children from 0 to 5 years old was helpful. Easy explanation of the course." R.K. (Dec. 2023)
"Therapy examples were beneficial. I liked the course pace and organization." S.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing Browns Morphemes was helpful. I enjoyed the examples." E.S. (Nov. 2023)
"The materials provided will be beneficial. I enjoyed how knowledgeable the presenter was on the topic." R.M. (Nov. 2023)
"The suggestions for how to incorporate several different strategies into the lesson were helpful. I liked all the information about grammatical development and confirmation that I am presenting the information correctly to my clients." D.K. (Oct. 2023)
"Great presenter! Lots of great examples!" R.O. (Oct. 2023)
"Review of when a child acquires specific morphemes was beneficial." C.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Provided functional handouts. I liked the examples of treatment." C.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Clear, concise, informative. Acquisition and implementation." K.K. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked that this course talked about the ages that children use each type of grammar. And I learned about using stories/manipulatives to help children learn grammar better rather than decontextualized instruction." M.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked that the presenter gave examples of activities and how to implement these strategies directly in our practice. Discussion of Browns Morphemes, the 8 inflectional suffixes, and target selection for each morpheme was beneficial." K.M. (Jun. 2023)
"This course was a nice review of morphology and gave me a refresher for some children I will be seeing. I liked the research information and the examples of therapy activities." K.R. (May 2023)
"Loved all the developmental norms and data. I enjoyed all the therapy ideas. Great materials shared." S.H. (May 2023)
"All of this is applicable. Presenter gave me additional methods to teach! The content was easy to learn, remember, and apply to therapy sessions." E.V. (May 2023)
"I liked the methodology to use when designing goals for the student. I appreciated the supporting documents that were provided as well as the resource examples." M.C. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the specific information on irregular verbs. The specific details and examples provided were beneficial." M.E. (Feb. 2023)
"Approaches to elicit and facilitate morphological development. This course provided numerous examples to target a child’s grammar." P.A. (Feb. 2023)
"I found the age of acquisition for various verbs most beneficial. I liked that speaker provided titles of books that she finds helpful for particular targets." D.W. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the research findings related to this topic. Good therapy examples." C.R. (Dec. 2022)
"All of this content will benefit my practice." C.P. (Nov. 2022)
"Liked information regarding strategies, and the tips for grammatical morpheme selection and instruction." J.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Good resources provided." C.S. (Nov. 2022)
"The breakdown of the age of acquisition for the different grammatical markers was helpful. And the refresh of when grammar is acquired." A.K. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the examples of books and toys and how to use them for improving morphological structures." B.S. (Oct. 2022)
"Very functional suggestions. I liked the research presented and the review of the acquisition of morphological markers." A.D. (Oct. 2022)
"All the great therapy ideas! The 17 grammatical morphology strategies and tips along with all the resources were helpful." R.J. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the specific information provided on grammatical forms." M.M. (Sept. 2022)
"Gave specific resources/treatment materials that work on morphemes." M.H. (Sept. 2022)
"This course was well-organized, good review of morpheme types, data about morpheme acquisition, and treatment techniques and tools (basically, all of the course was great!)." M.H. (Sept. 2022)
"Nicely organized; good examples." J.R. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the verb use and materials I can use to teach verbs. Liked that the course was self-paced and it included resources." L.E. (Aug. 2022)
"Great strategies. Liked the handouts." A.O. (Aug. 2022)
"Excellent balance of research underpinnings and clinical examples, strong use of repetition and review throughout, connection to different age expectations and common core." S.L. (Aug. 2022)
"I really appreciated the detailed example through the capstone. I liked that it referenced typical development vs challenges for the language impaired students." A.L. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the lists of age development for verbs, plurals and possessives." C.L. (Aug. 2022)
"The discussion of verb selection was helpful - considering verbs with an endpoint and choosing first verb targets that are familiar to the child, that are more frequent in adult language, that are easier to pronounce, and that promote an easy transition to the next state of syntactic development." S.L. (Aug. 2022)
"Great therapy resources with examples." M.S. (July 2022)
"I really appreciated the developmental information on grammatical morphemes and matching them to the common core. This is most helpful when working in the elementary schools to have a concrete resource as this course and the charts offered. I also appreciated the information and techniques and examples given for the story context." D.M. (July 2022)
"All of the content and intervention recommendations will be highly beneficial in my daily practice. I was thrilled at how she brought resources, e.g. specific published books, into the presentation that could be utilized within the intervention and instruction of the targeted areas of therapy. There were many treatment techniques and resources provided that will facilitate improved intervention and instruction with the many grammatical morphemes." R.W. (July 2022)
"The course was organized well with resources cited for teaching." V.D. (July 2022)
"Progression with ages of target verbs was beneficial. Liked the examples of targeting each area during book readings." S.L. (June 2022)
"I liked the overview of specific word forms that are mastered by what age. I liked the handouts provided." A.M. (June 2022)
"The discussion of manipulatives and books is most helpful since I am changing to a different age level (younger) than I have served in a while. I also appreciated the presentation of the research associate with each topic. Much more updated than I recalled from grad school all those years ago. I truly want to stay current." B.P. (June 2022)
"I appreciated the sequential and organized presentation of information and the inclusion of suggested materials. I also appreciated the sample lessons verbalized by the presenter, including references to the common core will be very helpful to clinicians not familiar with school services." B.P. (June 2022)
"The information was very helpful. I liked the examples in the course." K.M. (June 2022)
"Clear, concise descriptions of grammatical acquisitions and examples of useful books for therapy. Liked discussion on teaching irregular verbs at specific ages." D.P. (June 2022)
"Liked the informal assessment methods discussed, and the source books that elicit regular past tense -ed." B.R. (June 2022)
"I really appreciated the emphasis on research with developmental stages and norms, as well as the specific examples for use of strategies." M.H. (May 2022)
"I really liked the infographics provided, which will be so helpful as a quick reference for planning treatment and may also be useful in discussions with parents and/or staff." M.H. (May 2022)
"I liked the reporting of research findings, and the specific intervention techniques." L.M. (May 2022)
"The acquisition timelines for morphemes is most beneficial to me. The examples of materials and literature applications were most helpful." M.P. (May 2022)
"I liked the handouts about the age of acquisition of certain verbs, and the review of therapy strategies such as modeling and recasts." L.J. (Apr. 2022)
"I enjoyed the toy and book recommendations." S.C. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked how many different methods of intervention were described. I appreciated the examples of books that could be used to elicit certain tenses." A.D. (Feb. 2022)
"I felt this presentation was very well organized. I liked the examples and resources given. I liked the highly organized structure – very thorough." J.S. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the information on irregular past tense verbs. SLPs teach grammatical rules so often, and we get very little direct instruction on how to teach it." M.K. (Jan. 2022)
"I like the concrete examples of how to target different grammatical forms either through story context, during play with props, or using a combination of the two." J.C. (Jan. 2022)
"The resources and examples for treatment were very helpful and give me a starting point to incorporate the techniques and lessons taught in this course." D.O. (Dec. 2021)
"I loved (and have been looking for a while) for a list of verbs by grade level, and also appreciated the grammar targets also explained by grade level. I have been looking for this information for an extended period of time; so I will definitely be utilizing this information as soon as possible!" S.B. (Dec. 2021)
"What young children can do typically at what ages and materials that can be used were beneficial for my practice." J.T. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked all the charts and reference materials as well as the specific examples for intervention." M.M. (Nov. 2021)
"Each of the explicit examples provided, materials and easy to find resources for practical use in therapy were beneficial for my daily practice. I liked everything! Covered a lot of material re: the subject matter, going just enough in-depth for understanding WHY we teach it, as well as practical uses to teach the actual skills/targets." N.S. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the example of incorporating props into storytelling and using storytelling to target grammatical morphemes. I appreciated the many specific examples of materials and of scripts." R.M. (Sept. 2021)
"The pictures and example of therapy targeting the specific language form were good." C.M. (Sept. 2021)
"It was most beneficial to learn about the best techniques to teach morphemes and grammatical structures, such as using objects, books and short videos instead of static pictures. The information was presented in a concise and clear manner and specific examples were provided." S.H. (Aug. 2021)
"It gave me therapy ideas to use with my students." C.E. (Aug. 2021)
"I believe the discussion regarding the addition of randomly selected stimuluses (i.e. toys) during assessment to be helpful." K.C. (Aug. 2021)
"The most straightforward way to increase the saliency of grammatical intervention target will help my daily practice." D.R. (Aug. 2021)
"I enjoyed the different ways to engage and teach the students these morphemes. I love using books in therapy session, so those materials were very beneficial to me." L.M. (June 2021)
"The handouts were great and I know I'll be able to implement these into sessions." A.B. (May 2021)
“I loved the real-life therapy ideas that were practical and doable.” K.H. (Mar. 2021)
“I liked the resources presented so I can get started right away on some new strategies.” S.C. (Feb. 2021)
“I liked the numerous examples of manipulative play activities using props and toys as well as books as research shows learning and generalization occur best in when teaching occurs in a contextualized setting.” S.G. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Adina Soclof, MS, CCC-SLP
This course teaches clinicians effective and practical strategies to manage challenging and defiant behavior in their young clients. It will also discuss how clinicians can educate parents on how to manage difficult behavior and avoid power struggles at home.... more+
"Behavior was beneficial to discuss. I liked everything in this course." D.H. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussing types of praise was helpful. Good examples and when to use them." E.V. (Aug. 2024)
"I really enjoyed all the different strategies for helping defiant children. I liked the examples given to help our clients." J.G. (Aug. 2024)
"Helping students learn their emotions and to self regulate. Learning how to help kids with their emotions." E.K. (Aug. 2024)
"I appreciated the examples of how to interpret what a child is actually saying when they are using negative words and what to say instead to make them feel heard. I liked that the presenter had videos and graphics to make the information easier to interpret." N.P. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the online nature of the course." M.S. (Aug. 2024)
"Strategies to use with parents were helpful and I enjoyed the real-life examples." J.P. (Aug. 2024)
"All the useful strategies were beneficial. The "you wish" strategy was one that I have never heard before. This was the best course I have taken in a long time...organized, informative, relatable, useful, and great examples throughout." J.F. (May. 2024)
"Steps to use in the moment when a child is defiant or uncooperative were helpful. I liked the practical strategies that I can take and use right away. Also, the course covered many situations that can occur." A.K. (Feb. 2024)
"I enjoyed the strategies to use right away with clients. Lots of examples." J.M. (Feb. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss working through the steps of how to de-escalate. Good examples." C.S. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked a few ideas that were new to me." K.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial examples of activities for building problem-solving skills, and examples of wording to use when the student is in a defiant/challenging state." L.M. (Dec. 2023)
"All of the examples of specific phrasing to use with students/clients that are exhibiting defiant behaviors were beneficial. The more the presenter spoke, the more comfortable, relaxed, and engaging she became." C.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Concrete examples of situations and strategies to manage difficult behaviors. Multiple examples of concepts covered." K.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I appreciate the examples on how to best approach a defiant child at home, school, and/or social situations. I learned new strategies and also how defiant behaviors can be linked to a child's receptive and expressive language deficits. Well organized and very clear information." M.L. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial strategies for helping a defiant child. A lot of hands-on practical, applicable strategies." A.E. (Dec. 2023)
"The specific examples of what words or phrases to use were beneficial. Good examples and resources provided." M.L. (Dec. 2023)
"Learning how to defuse a defiant situation. Practical course." H.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked everything. Good examples and "scripts" provided." K.R. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the empathy. And examples of phrases to use." K.C. (Oct. 2023)
"Practical strategies to change the course of the behavior. This course was very easy to listen to - informative and practical." C.B. (Oct. 2023)
"I really appreciated this course. The topics discussed were highly relevant and relatable." S.D. (Oct. 2023)
"The principles taught in this course can be implemented immediately and are relevant to all clinicians not only to speech therapists. I highly recommend this course to any adults that work with children including parents." S.D. (Oct. 2023)
"It was very nice that the presenter included many videos to explain different methods and strategies that she was teaching. It made the information very easy to understand as well as interesting." S.D. (Oct. 2023)
"This course had a plethora of resources! It was a great crash course on the most useful Ross Green strategies and the strategies from Adele Faber's book. It offered a lot of information that I will have as a resource and can refer to if I have a child who needs these strategies." N.G. (Jul. 2023)
"This course gave great information and examples to implement in therapy sessions and everyday life." D.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Understanding the way I can approach the child and improve my listening skills - understanding what need is not being met. I liked the reasons explained why a child may be defiant and the examples of what you can do to intervene." M.E. (Mar. 2023)
"It was all really good information that will apply to a variety of my clients. Learning to use empathy to turn the situation around." A.P. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the different types of praise and the specific examples." M.H. (Feb. 2023)
"Strategies and great examples of more positive phrases. I liked the strategy: catching a child being appropriate. And repetition and varied examples." M.B. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the details/examples." D.M. (Feb. 2023)
"Lots of practical and useful information that I can use right away. Learning how to talk to students in a more specific and positive way." M.P. (Dec. 2022)
"Practical strategies for managing behaviors in therapy. I liked the use of videos, case studies, and examples." K.F. (Dec. 2022)
"The strategies of how to listen to my client's feelings and needs were helpful. Course provided many great suggestions that are easy to implement immediately in the therapy setting." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Practical therapy techniques. I liked the examples of therapy in the school setting." A.R. (Dec. 2022)
"Good strategies for preventing difficult behavior." K.P. (Dec. 2022)
"I enjoyed the different examples that happen on a day-to-day basis and how to respond appropriately. The topic I found most beneficial was how to give praise appropriately and different ways to respond using empathy." M.C. (Nov. 2022)
"Understanding the causes for defiant behaviors. Learning approaches on how to deal with these behaviors when they occur." M.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Realistic recommendations." S.D. (Nov. 2022)
"I found the examples and scripts for how to reply to a student to be helpful, in particular the wishes and fantasies, and how to respond to things that we empathize with but are not possible." E.C. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the resources to social stories and the mindfulness information. And learning to use empathy to deescalate behaviors and the specific language (words) to use in difficult situations." K.T. (Nov. 2022)
"It was a good review of basic strategies to help clients who are uncooperative. Course was well organized." K.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Understanding how children's brains work and how to implement education to parents/caregivers regarding the child's feelings and behaviors. I liked the examples provided and short videos." R.M. (Nov. 2022)
"One discussion I found beneficial was phrases for recognizing behavior without using praise (Good Job!). It was a lot of good information for managing difficult behaviors that apply to therapy but also are great reminders as a parent." R.M. (Oct. 2022)
"The personal examples and short videos from other specialists were good." S.D. (Oct. 2022)
"I really appreciated the direct examples given by the presenter on how to give empathy statements. The examples given were excellent, practical, and easy to implement. I can definitely see myself using many of these examples in my future practice as well as in my personal life." A.L. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the parts about empathy when dealing with defiant children. I also liked the videos that showed areas that were being discussed. Made it more interesting and relatable." B.M. (Oct. 2022)
"Very functional advice for clinicians and parents. Practical applications for preschoolers through high school age children." A.D. (Oct. 2022)
"The discussion about the practical strategies to alleviate defiant behavior was beneficial for my daily practice." I.B. (Oct. 2022)
"So much information, so concisely presented." M.F. (Oct. 2022)
"Good examples to help problem solve." A.R. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the breathing techniques." J.B. (Sept. 2022)
"Great strategies for managing difficult behavior." A.D. (Sept. 2022)
"Good course – practical examples." B.E. (July 2022)
"The 'in-the-moment' info was most helpful. The course was very accessible." T.H. (June 2022)
"The presentation of specific strategies for dealing with defiant behavior was helpful. I liked the specific examples given to facilitate communication with children in therapy." L.M. (May 2022)
"So many good examples. I liked discussion on how not to deny the feelings of my clients." C.L. (Apr. 2022)
"I deal with these behaviors very frequently and it is good to have this knowledge reinforced. I liked the idea/reality that children who behave negatively or in opposition do so because of other underlying causes/feelings." K.L. (Feb. 2022)
"It confirmed actions and words I already use and gave evidential support, and it provided a variety of other options for dealing with defiant children." K.L. (Feb. 2022)
"The course was very informative. I see many students with such behaviors – understanding students' behaviors, their defiant codes, and how to interpret those codes was beneficial." M.A. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the information about delivering experiential praise instead of evaluative praise." D.P. (Jan. 2022)
"It was very practical for professionals and provided ideas of how to support our parents too." C.A. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked all of the examples and words to use with children who are being defiant or uncooperative. It was also helpful to learn that children can have trouble shifting cognitive sets and that is why transitions are hard. As well as, learning that children are not "out to get you" or trying to manipulate you, but rather, the demands placed on them might be too much. I like the idea of reflecting back their feelings, and I learned concrete ways of empathizing. This course was very helpful, and I learned a lot. Thank you for making it available." A.C. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked all of the actual real-world examples. I liked how it can be taught to parents and used in my own parenting. Course was very practical and is something I can apply immediately to my own life as well as my therapy sessions." M.Q. (Dec. 2021)
"Various strategies to use to prevent and decrease defiant behavior in children was beneficial. This course provided many real life examples of how we can respond better in situations where we sometimes can verbally respond to a child without being mindful. I loved various strategies to use and that can be helpful for the parents of our clients." S.Z. (Sept. 2021)
"I learned how to respond to the code language that children use." T.N. (Aug. 2021)
"The most beneficial information was the multitude of phrases and ways of interacting with students to diffuse their anger and need to be confrontational. These will be useful on a daily basis. I also thought it was important to realize that these students get caught in a defiant pattern and its easy for them to get stuck in this cycle and not find their way out of it. It was easy to follow along with and interesting to listen to. The videos were a nice addition. I feel that the suggestions will be useful for a wide range of students, from those who are mildly uncooperative to those who are persistently defiant." A.K. (Aug. 2021)
"This course was concise and followed outline." C.K. (Aug. 2021)
"Learning about executive functioning in defiant children will be beneficial to my daily practice. The course was easy to follow." L.S. (Jul. 2021)
"This course really addressed the same type of issues I encounter on a daily basis for a handful of students. How to use positive self-talk in the moment will be beneficial for my practice." S.L. (Jul. 2021)
"The suggestions for how to work with defiant behavior, which was not only for the clinician, but the parent as well." K.R. (May 2021)
"I enjoyed the specific activities and responses to support behavior and encourage solutions." M.S. (May 2021)
"The Nurtured Heart Approach" video and discussion around using this technique in the classroom were fantastic. I think there are so many benefits to this and can't wait to begin using these strategies in my daily practice.” A.O. (Jan. 2021)
“I loved the sections about teaching clients to problem-solve and active listening. These ideas can be easily incorporated into my daily practice. The speaker was very engaging and provided real-life examples to apply. I would like to hear from this speaker again for further discussion on problem-solving and dealing with defiant behaviors.” J.S. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Cathy Alexander, MA, CCC-SLP
This course will discuss the well-documented relationship between vocabulary and reading and will present approaches for selecting vocabulary words and techniques for teaching vocabulary. Provides "ready-to-use" activities for preschool age through adolescent students. Participants will learn a framework to enhance vocabulary development. This course includes numerous downloadable, reproducible therapy resources.... more+
"I will use all of this content in my language therapy sessions. I liked all of the examples and handouts." S.H. (Aug. 2024)
"Prefix, root, and suffix were beneficial to discuss. I liked the course organization." J.M. (Aug. 2024)
"I thought the section on vocabulary intervention was most helpful to me because the speaker provided many examples of activities to develop vocabulary in students throughout the grades. I liked the comprehensive nature of the course." L.V. (Jul. 2024)
"Vocabulary building was helpful. Great definitions and examples." P.F. (Jul. 2024)
"I enjoyed the wide range of intervention methods and practical guides that I can implement immediately. The list of resources that were provided was most helpful!" D.Q. (Jul. 2024)
"I enjoyed all the different ways of working on the same thing and also the suggested activities. The material was well explained." L.R. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the resources about prefixes and morphology break ups." M.R. (Jul. 2024)
"All of the information on early learners was beneficial, that is my area of expertise. Good pace, good resources, good examples." P.B. (Jun. 2024)
"The resources associated with vocabulary development and specific books to use were helpful. The presenter was very clear and straightforward." K.Q. (Jun. 2024)
"Helpful interventions for introducing and teaching Tier 2 vocabulary. I liked how the course was easily broken down into sections for specific information that all became cohesive." K.B. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial evidence based practices and specific books recommended. Amazing resources, handouts, lists." S.O. (May 2024)
"Prefixes, suffixes, and root words were helpful. I enjoyed the number of activities provided in the handouts." J.C. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing how to target vocabulary instruction across the various grade levels was helpful. I liked that there were so many EBPs and activities to use." W.D. (Mar. 2024)
"This course was so organized and informative. The handouts, information, and activity ideas are so helpful! The speaker was well-spoken and organized. She provided great ideas and information in a well organized way. Excellent!" S.L. (Mar. 2024)
"Excellent course on building Vocab. The entire course was excellent." C.C. (Mar. 2024)
"Discussing power words was beneficial. I liked the ease of access and real-life examples." C.S. (Feb. 2024)
"I love the information about the roots. I appreciate all of the practical information and resources." D.H. (Feb. 2024)
"The resources were beneficial." A.F. (Dec. 2023)
"Activities and word lists were helpful. I liked the handouts." A.S. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed the book examples and therapy examples that were provided." S.S. (Nov. 2023)
"The books that support Tier 2 word activities and that provide multisensory strategies were beneficial. I liked the handouts." M.M. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the facts about carryover." J.W. (Nov. 2023)
"Excellent resources offered with this course! I enjoyed being able to go right back into therapy and use these materials." S.S. (Oct. 2023)
"The examples and materials provided made it easy to see how I can add these practices to my current sessions. And how to incorporate EBP vocabulary practices into therapy." L.S. (Oct. 2023)
"Grateful for the vast amount of handouts. Very thorough course with a lot of information covered. The examples of EBP intervention for multiple activities were beneficial." R.S. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the printable handouts with all the therapy materials. And the research on vocabulary development." N.K. (Oct. 2023)
"Great handouts. I liked the grade-specific vocabulary work." K.O. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the handouts and the prefix/suffix training." G.Z. (Oct. 2023)
"The course downloads will be beneficial. I liked the conversation between parents and young children being important." K.C. (Sep. 2023)
"The sections that detail exactly how to support students in class according to their grade level were helpful. This course was very practical and with enough theory that I understood about the foundational vocabulary skills." N.P. (Sep. 2023)
"Many direct therapy ideas. I appreciated the many resources and ideas about teaching root words (and prefixes and suffixes)." J.C. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked all of the practical information, including activities and word lists. The Evidence-Based Practices for treatment at all grade levels were helpful." K.H. (Aug. 2023)
"I will use this course in my daily practice! There were so many examples and also visuals to help with the application of these strategies!" S.S. (Jul. 2023)
"Very good examples. Practical. I liked the morphology section." R.R. (Jul. 2023)
"Very practical tips." M.O. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked all of the resources that the presenter has accumulated. The resources and directions to introduce topics and exercises to increase learning were beneficial." T.D. (Jun. 2023)
"Beneficial information about vocabulary development in elementary school with components and suggested activities/books related to lexical depth. I appreciated all of the grade-level vocabulary word lists, the visual descriptions for 2nd and 3rd grade vocabulary, suggested books to help with teaching morphology, the list of common prefixes/suffixes, and other resources provided. These will be helpful in establishing a baseline, determining target vocabulary, and developing activities for my students." J.M. (Jun. 2023)
"Many examples for instruction. I liked the multiple examples and resources." J.M. (Jun. 2023)
"Good information on the relationship between vocabulary and reading. I liked the approaches and techniques for selecting and teaching vocabulary." B.K. (Jun. 2023)
"Amazingly detailed handouts to use for intervention. Practical information that can benefit a variety of school-age students with vocabulary and language impairments." P.S. (May 2023)
"Love all the materials and ideas, the vocabulary lesson, and the review of all the different strategies to teach vocabulary." S.H. (May 2023)
"Loved the resources provided. All aspects of this presentation were very valuable. Resources and examples were great." F.T. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the language and reading strategies for morphological awareness in school-age children. And the therapy activities included in this course." A.D. (Apr. 2023)
"Teaching prefixes and root words was beneficial. Course was straightforward." K.F. (Apr. 2023)
"Lots of practical education and tips. Not filled with fluff. Vocabulary activity suggestions were beneficial." B.J. (Mar. 2023)
"I will use this in my therapy sessions. I liked the activity ideas and book resources to address the areas. The information about morphology, prefixes, and suffixes was quite useful." A.E. (Mar. 2023)
"Concrete examples for therapy. I found all of the information relevant." K.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Very detailed course with lists of examples and resources. Learning prefixes and suffixes was beneficial." L.C. (Mar. 2023)
"Amazingly rich set of resources! Comprehensive ways to teach vocabulary. Specific attention to instructing morphology with applications across all grade levels. Practical suggestions regarding teaching activities. The course outline and the course presentation were perfectly aligned." D.D. (Mar. 2023)
"Ready-to-go activities for teaching a wide variety of grade levels. I liked specifically the evidence-based vocabulary intervention techniques (LUMP CARDD)." C.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Strategies to help teach vocabulary goals. I liked the academic vocabulary and comprehensive vocabulary techniques and materials." S.B. (Feb. 2023)
"I enjoyed the fact that Cathy covered all ages from K-12 as this could be used by all school-based therapists. I also LOVED all the examples and activities. And she didn't just speak to research as so many presenters do." M.K. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the therapy ideas - root words, prefixes, suffixes." A.M. (Jan. 2023)
"Ways of informally assessing students were beneficial. I liked the examples." E.B (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the handouts and LUMP cards." M.S (Dec. 2022)
"This course provided so many strategies for teaching vocabulary across grade levels." C.P. (Nov. 2022)
"The instructor was excellent. She provided so many different ideas and activities." C.P. (Nov. 2022)
"Organized, thorough, great examples and resources. Building lexical depth." M.W. (Nov. 2022)
"Information was clearly stated and explained. The number of examples were helpful." A.M. (Nov. 2022)
"The age of acquisition for vocabulary, the examples, and materials were beneficial for my practice." A.K. (Nov. 2022)
"The information on what to expect for each grade-level was very helpful for me as I have students from K-12th. I loved the grade-specific information and the huge library of handouts." L.B. (Oct. 2022)
"Good examples and picture book recommendations. How to use tier 2 words in therapy." K.F. (Oct. 2022)
"The number of practical ready to go ideas and handouts were helpful." T.M. (Sept. 2022)
"Lots of specific examples and resources - made it easy to envision application." R.R. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the detailed activities to incorporate the course content into daily work with students. I liked the examples of activities for each section of the course." A.P. (Sept. 2022)
"I found the entire presentation to be invaluable. Important takeaways were the statistics about vocabulary and morphology size at each age/grade, specific treatment materials to use to address skills, printable materials to use immediately for tracking progress, and the depth and number of handouts. This is one of the most valuable courses I have ever taken. I can immediately print handouts and start using them to guide treatment with my children." M.H. (Sept. 2022)
"The different evidence-based strategies to effectively teach vocabulary were beneficial. I liked the many examples and resources provided." N.M. (Sept. 2022)
"I like the ability to take class on my own schedule, stop and start as needed, and the plethora of resources to refer back to." K.R. (Aug. 2022)
"All of the practical ideas as well as some of the evidence based facts to support therapy and goal choices were beneficial." D.J. (Aug. 2022)
"I appreciated the order of development constantly being referenced as well as the resources being provided." A.L. (Aug. 2022)
"Tons of suggestions and examples to incorporate into therapy; liked use of video examples." A.K. (Aug. 2022)
"I like that the course is self-paced." N.S. (Aug. 2022)
"This was such a thorough course - with excellent evidence-based underpinnings. I will certainly place morphology and lexical complexity higher on my target list for therapy after this presentation. The amount of examples given and resources was exceptional. The ties to evidence-based research, summarized in succinct paragraphs for each area, was also instructive and will be useful for applying techniques in therapy." S.L. (July 2022)
"The overall presentation and content is useful and relevant to the work I do with my students. I will share the evidence based vocabulary teaching strategies with teachers at my school, I am excited for this. I loved the way the information was broken down in to different sections." S.G. (July 2022)
"Loved the lists of commonly used prefixes, suffixes and root words by grade level." J.H. (July 2022)
"Loved the deep dive into how and why to teach vocab and morph. The blend of background and treatment information was great." S.R. (July 2022)
"The course was very informative and I know I can refer back to the resources." J.M. (July 2022)
"Information regarding the milestones for vocabulary acquisition was helpful. Great handouts and suggestions for treatment to increase vocabulary of students in grades kindergarten through middle school." A.K. (July 2022)
"The breakdown of each grade level and resource materials to use immediately in therapy sessions are beneficial for my practice. Learning the best way to teach and assure generalization and use of a target vocabulary word." S.L. (June 2022)
"Great examples of books to use in therapy." L.V. (June 2022)
"This is the best vocabulary course I have ever viewed. This should be a college course. I liked how she showed so many examples and gave so many book titles to use in therapy. I wish I would have taken a course like this earlier." L.W. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the discussion on books to use, specifically for synonyms and antonyms, since I have many students with goals pertaining to them. I liked all the suggestions she gave with prefixes and suffixes. I especially liked when she gave activities for "Active Engagement." L.W. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the specific activities provided for therapy and all that was provided throughout this presentation (e.g., specific procedures & display of the actual materials used)." V.D. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked all of it! Facts, explanations with interventions and examples." C.K. (Apr. 2022)
"Liked the grade level break down of roots, prefixes and suffixes for targeting specific vocabulary." V.D. (Mar. 2022)
"A ton of resources! Thanks!! Liked teaching Tier 2 vocabulary and powerwords." M.M. (Mar. 2022)
"The EBP treatments and activities! Learning the benefits of explicit vocabulary intervention and how SLPs can support this development in children." A.P. (Mar. 2022)
"Learning the acronym LUMPCARDD, what it stands for, and how to apply those evidence-based interventions. Course was well presented." L.D. (Mar. 2022)
"Liked the suggested books for targeting vocabulary. And the resources provided with ideas for use." V.D. (Mar. 2022)
"Gave many examples of resources and materials to use for various age groups." K.C. (Mar. 2022)
"I thought that the explanations of the vocabulary and morphology interventions were extremely helpful and that evidence was introduced. I also enjoyed the videos." A.J. (Feb. 2022)
"Very helpful, gave actual intervention practices with models for us to watch." D.B. (Feb. 2022)
"Great ideas for vocabulary activities based on grade level." T.C. (Jan. 2022)
"Strategies and activities to use with students in vocabulary and morphological therapy activities that I will incorporate in my therapy plans. I liked the thoroughness of the information and presenting the information in separate topic sections." A.B. (Jan. 2022)
"Many practical ideas that are going to be easy to use in therapy." L.L. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the number of specific intervention activities included in the handouts." R.R. (Dec. 2021)
“This was such a powerful course. It incorporated review, knowledge, techniques, and a treasure trove of resources. It was so hands-on and provided so many examples and resources to use in therapy.” E.M. (Dec. 2021)
“I absolutely loved how the presenter explained everything so thoroughly and in-depth and how she provided copious amounts of examples and resources as well. This course was so informative, and I am very pleased with the content that was presented.” S.D. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked all of the handouts and books recommended." C.M. (Nov. 2021)
“I loved the sharing of numerous examples of lessons and materials used to show that vocabulary can be taught. This presenter used photos, videos, resources with pictures. The presentation was easy and friendly (with summary), and I feel like I really retained all of the information well as a result.” A.F. (Nov. 2021)
“I loved everything! This has been one of the best courses I have ever taken! She was so thorough, and provided evidence-based information, examples and provided us with a plethora of excellent resources and ideas! Thank you.” C.G. (Oct. 2021)
"I like the handouts and therapy ideas." K.S. (Oct. 2021)
"The explicit examples were most beneficial. I liked the interventions and approaches suggested. Also, the literacy component to the approaches!" H.F. (Oct. 2021)
"Therapy ideas for teaching voc. and the morphology techniques will help my daily practice. All of the handouts and (hard) examples of activities were great!" J.C. (Aug. 2021)
"The presenter was excellent. I appreciated the clear structure and format, as well as the clear examples." M.C. (Aug. 2021)
"While I work with preschool students, I understand the outcome for these students as they move through other grade levels. The handouts are amazing!" M.G. (Jul. 2021)
"This course provided so many examples of specific goals, materials and strategies that can be easily implemented into my daily practice. There were also helpful video clips demonstrating effective collaboration styles with parents and educators. Excellent course!" J.L. (May 2021)
“I liked that everything was thoroughly explained, the resources and materials are great as well!” T.S. (Mar. 2021)
“I liked all the handouts regarding vocabulary to be learned at each of the grade levels. As well as numerous examples of meaningful evidenced-based activities to explicitly teach vocabulary and strategies to help children use context and morphology to problem solve the meaning of an unknown vocabulary word.” S.G. (Feb. 2021)
“This entire presentation will be very beneficial to my daily therapy. This is the best presentation I have seen to date. I will be implementing these strategies immediately. I LOVE the pre-made materials ready to go!” B.F. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Ronda Wojcicki, MS, CCC-SLP
This course explores the perceptions of children in speech therapy from the lens of administrators, teachers, other adults and peers. The impacts of these perceptions are discussed in relation to bullying. Case studies are used to shape recommendations for creating a positive experience for children in speech therapy.... more+
"This course was a good reminder to think about attitudes of teachers and peers." T.W. (Sep. 2023)
"Tips on what the SLP can do when encountering bullying behavior. I liked the research on past and present perceptions of children with speech and language disorders by various stakeholders." H.W. (Aug. 2023)
"Learning best ways to enhance the perception of my students. Course got right to the point, no extra fluff." B.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Very thorough. I liked all of it." L.L. (Feb. 2023)
"The fluency disorders and hearing impaired perceptions were beneficial." L.L. (Feb. 2023)
"Good discussion on bullying." S.D. (Jan. 2023)
"Practical suggestions to incorporate into therapy. Practical strategies for dealing with bullying of special education students and strategies for educating the school community about speech and language disorders." K.F. (Dec. 2022)
"The Information on the perceptions that different groups have about children with speech and language disorders was beneficial. Course provided insights into the perceptions of others and what we can do to change those perceptions." M.M. (Dec. 2022)
"The course was clear and informative." M.S. (Oct. 2022)
"Practical examples and ideas to implement at school. The information on bullying as it relates to communication disorders was beneficial." L.H. (Oct. 2022)
"The information was to the point without too much research information taking up time." D.G. (Sept. 2022)
"Relevant information." J.T. (Aug. 2022)
"The information is practical." C.D. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the awareness activities about speech therapy - good suggestions." L.P. (July 2022)
"I liked the researched details and hands-on strategies. Learning how to deal with bullying appropriately in speech therapy." M.M. (July 2022)
"Just a reminder that the children we work with are often bullied." L.W. (July 2022)
"Helping to create a good environment for students to help them face bullying. The information provided about helping teachers, students and administrations understand was good." L.F. (June 2022)
"Liked discussion of social challenges that confront the child with speech deficits, the strategies to reduce bullying in speech therapy, and the need to provide further support when needed." B.R. (June 2022)
"The current research it provided and ways to discuss speech therapy in schools was good." D.B. (June 2022)
"These were great tips and tricks." T.W. (June 2022)
"The course was to the point." C.M. (June 2022)
"Very informational and easy to follow." T.P. (May 2022)
"I think it is important for us to realize how important our job is, and with helping others in schools to understand that. This course helped me to learn more about our field." M.Y. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the ideas at the end of the presentation." S.B. (Mar. 2022)
"I enjoyed learning about the social impacts that having these disorders has on the students. I think that justifies even more why SLPs are needed in schools and why an increase is needed as well." J.G. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the strategies to increase teacher participation with students who receive speech therapy, and the discussion of many speech-language impairments (stuttering, articulation, hearing impaired)." D.B. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the strategies and activities to influence and educate teachers, students and districts." M.O. (Jan. 2022)
"It was relatable as I currently work with a variety of ages in many school districts." A.N. (Jan. 2022)
"I appreciated the research that was presented, so that I can relay this to my co-workers in the district in order to help generalize these ideas to other environments besides the speech room." H.B. (Dec. 2021)
"Creates awareness and brings attention to the social/emotional challenges that children on our caseloads may also be facing, not just their specific communication difficulties." S.S. (Dec. 2021)
"The course was clear and presented at a good rate of speech." L.B. (Nov. 2021)
"Importance of collaborating with teachers to educate students/ peers about communication impairments was the most beneficial for my daily practice." A.G. (Oct. 2021)
"The most benefit to my daily practice is how important it is to be together more to understand differences." K.S. (Oct. 2021)
"I thought the information on people's views of students with speech disorders was important for daily practice. Having an understanding of the frequency and types of bullying that can occur among people with speech disorders is important information to access for my daily practice. I thought the course was clear, concise, and well organized." S.B. (Oct. 2021)
"The ideas for how to increase positive perception of students with communication disorders will help my daily practice. The course included a lot of research and tied in practical ways I can use this information." E.M. (Aug. 2021)
“I enjoyed the studies presented on the various topics, with specific ways to stop bullying, and the focus on the need to continue to educate individuals about our role and how we can work together to support the students." T.M. (Aug. 2021)
"The types of Bullying and ideas for SLPs to be supportive of our students within our schools is beneficial for my daily practice. Research revealing the need to educate the teachers and students to increase the positive interactions our students experience within the school." L.C. (Jul. 2021)
"The speech therapy rules and blog about SLP services in the school are beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the freedom to stop and return to a section that I wanted to review again." C.E. (Jul. 2021)
"I enjoyed learning ways to motivate the speech students like having a speech buddy or a graduation ceremony. I liked that the information was very organized and easy to understand." L.S. (Apr. 2021)
"The information given was very applicable to my daily routine." A.A. (Mar. 2021)
"I appreciated the discussion on how the SLP can create a positive experience for children in speech therapy." P.D. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Ana Paula Mumy, SLPD, CCC-SLP
This course is designed to help speech-language pathologists collaborate with classroom teachers with greater ease and effectiveness. It also provides SLPs a bridge between learning standards and language intervention goals. Key foundational language skills are explained and creative ideas are offered... more+
"Intervention strategies related to vocabulary development and narratives. Intervention strategies were practical and could easily be applied to therapy sessions ASAP. I also liked her use of mnemonics!" J.D. (Dec. 2023)
"Incorporating language goals into the classroom was a beneficial topic. This course was easy to listen to and follow." A.G. (Nov. 2023)
"Learning how important it is to work with classroom teachers for the sake of increasing overall skills. I liked the MANY examples of strategies to share with teachers as well as for SLPs to implement." J.M. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the RTI goals and checklists for teachers and classroom strategies, phonetic placement techniques, and word lists for target sounds. I liked the presentation of topics, articles to support RTI and/or related service delivery." A.C. (Jul. 2023)
"Useful, applicable, well-explained resources and concrete examples. Great stuff! I feel I have been given the "ok" to ask directly for relevant & timely curriculum information (& even materials) vs. trying to 'recreate the wheel' using my own stock of self-created themes, activities, and materials in my best attempts to directly support the curriculum." K.L. (Jul. 2023)
"Provided classroom language strategies for preschool. The course was easy to follow and understand. Good examples." C.T. (Jul. 2023)
"The therapy ideas were beneficial. This course was presented in an easy-to-use manner." D.A. (May 2023)
"I appreciated the descriptions of specific activities to target curriculum-based language goals. The resources and ideas were great." A.B. (Mar. 2023)
"Very thorough handout for future reference. I liked all the examples." T.L. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the graphic organizer examples, website suggestions, and resources I can access on my own time." J.F. (Feb. 2023)
"The entire course was great. It provided language intervention in the classroom and collaborating with teachers." J.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Relevancy to my daily therapy activities." J.R. (Dec. 2022)
"I enjoyed learning about different options to connect with other staff and provide value in order to facilitate collaboration with the teachers and other professionals involved with the students on my caseload." D.R. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the numerous examples that were provided regarding implementing academic standards as part of our goals and speech interventions." D.R. (Nov. 2022)
"I found the information regarding how speech/language goals may be directly related to the academic curriculum to be most beneficial. I liked the resources provided." I.G. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning ways to work with the teachers to service within the classroom was beneficial. I liked the many examples and resources provided." D.R. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the goal writing tips." E.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Love the handouts! The presenter was clear, organized, and provided excellent examples." A.J. (Nov. 2022)
"Good examples and links. I liked the implementation resources and suggestions, such as bridging a book to another book, or real life; using analogies to strengthen synonyms/antonyms, function, category, etc." S.L. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the course format and her teaching style. Course was very organized and easy to understand." M.K. (Oct. 2022)
"I loved the section on instruction for analogies and the higher-level thinking skills that are targeted while children learn more about vocabulary in this way." M.F. (Oct. 2022)
"References and resources were good. I liked the examples of materials." E.H. (July 2022)
"Various suggestions for accomplishing teacher and SLP collaboration. Liked the discussion on implementing the common core standards with IEP goals." B.R. (Mar. 2022)
"Excellent resources to use in therapy and to collaborate. Liked the practical therapy ideas that are free." M.M. (Mar. 2022)
"I really appreciated all the wonderful examples the speaker gave. I particularly found the story grammar teaching technique that incorporates shapes paired with visual pictures in helping answer "wh" story questions very helpful. I loved the idea of using this technique - finding it more engaging for students to understand the concepts." A.L. (Mar. 2022)
"There were wonderful, numerous and concrete examples provided that I can immediately put into practice. Additionally, I found the pace of the video to be just right. I stayed interested throughout the presentation." A.L. (Mar. 2022)
"I loved all the strategies provided to tie curriculum and therapy together across ages and levels. The presenter's thorough examples and explanations were good. It made the course much more applicable to my daily practice and how I can use these strategies and implement them effectively." C.S. (Mar. 2022)
"I learned about using 'focused contrasting' in other areas than speech sound minimal pair words." D.N. (Feb. 2022)
"I was glad that writing was emphasized. It is a form of communication and is often ignored by speech therapists. They should be the ones helping children who have difficulty in language learning. I like the idea of using graphic organizers." C.D. (June 2021)
“The specific examples of implementing language therapy in the classroom were helpful.” E.C. (Feb. 2021)
“The section on Play-Based Classroom Interventions was extremely insightful! I work mostly with toddlers and preschoolers. The handouts and tips for prompts during dialogic reading will be helpful.” G.L. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Ana Paula Mumy, SLPD, CCC-SLP
This course is designed to enable SLPs to incorporate a new working knowledge as it relates to bilingualism in the assessment and treatment of CLD populations. The material presented will allow participants to make appropriate decisions with greater confidence and expertise when working with toddlers, preschool, and school-age children.... more+
"Testing procedures were helpful. Clear and easy to understand the speaker." L.D. (Jun. 2024)
"The development of language of a child in a bilingual household and also for the child who may speak 1 language at home but another at school. The information provided was very helpful. The speaker was articulate, and her pace of speech was slow. This made for the content to better be understood and retained." L.S. (May. 2024)
"The importance of alternative measures of assessment was a helpful discussion. The method of presenting the course material in a clear manner." B.R. (May. 2024)
"Discussing working with interpreters was beneficial. I liked the real-life examples." L.S. (May. 2024)
"I found the course very interesting and informative. I liked the case studies." L.H. (Apr. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss how to use standardized assessment and how to approach a bilingual client during the assessment. I liked the case studies and the presenter's own research with her daughter, resources, and websites provided." V.A. (Mar. 2024)
"It was helpful learning how the assessment of CLD populations is similar to and different from the assessment of nonbilingual speakers. I enjoyed the specific examples given." M.D. (Feb. 2024)
"How to model strategies to maximize language development was helpful to discuss. I liked the case studies and real-world examples." A.P. (Feb. 2024)
"It was beneficial to encourage both languages at home and not stick to one. I liked the case studies." B.S. (Jan. 2024)
"Well-organized course." J.S. (Jan. 2024)
"The assessment portion and how to report by other means other than standardized scores was beneficial. Highly informative as I have recently acquired a niece and nephew of Vietnamese origin who are in pre and late teens." K.N. (Jan. 2024)
"The tools used to assess a bilingual student were helpful. I enjoyed listening to the case studies." C.G. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the different case studies, they made it relevant to everyday use." S.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The bilingual assessment practices were helpful. I enjoyed the effective use of case studies." S.S. (Dec. 2023)
"The whole presentation was beneficial for me due to working with bilingual students." Y.C. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the resources and information that can be applied today." E.D. (Dec. 2023)
"The bilingual assessment was helpful. I liked the case studies and that the course was easy to follow." L.L. (Nov. 2023)
"The strategies to help parents facilitate language development were beneficial. I thought the case studies were informative. I thought the whole course was valuable, especially the discussion of language development, assessment, and intervention." A.R. (Nov. 2023)
"The parent training ideas and use of an interpreter were helpful. I liked the case studies." M.J. (Nov. 2023)
"Informative and practical course. The assessment for bilingual clients was beneficial." A.B. (Nov. 2023)
"I felt the information about the use of non-standardized testing was helpful, along with the information on language development in bilingual-speaking homes. The case studies helped me understand the language acquisition of children in bilingual-speaking homes." P.R. (Nov. 2023)
"All of the information provided was helpful. The case studies were very helpful for better understanding bilingual students." C.S. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the different resources provided that can be used for parent education. The importance of maintaining the native language for communication between parents and patients was beneficial. Also, all the resources provided in terms of like information related to Norms, aspects related to adoption, and the resources that can be used as HEPS, are great tools." D.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Clear and easily understood content made this course easy to follow and relate to current client experiences. Bilingual testing in children was beneficial." R.K. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the overall framework for assessment of a bilingual child, how to adapt standardized scores, difference vs. disorder with areas of language development (vocabulary, phonology), as well as parent training resources. I appreciated the author's informal study of her daughter's language development." K.H. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the instruction/advice for caregiver coaching in language stimulation. Useful for teachers too." A.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Encouragement to support the native language as the child learns English. The examples provided were beneficial." E.B. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the idea of conceptual scoring." K.U. (Sep. 2023)
"The data about dual language learning was beneficial. This course confirms idea that kids with language impairments can learn more than one language and that bilingualism does not cause language impairment." J.Y. (Sep. 2023)
"The use of interpreters during evaluations, importance of becoming an advocate for minority language use at home, Internationally adopted children norms based on age at adoption, and consideration of silent periods were all beneficial topics. I liked the shared resources and websites and speakers competence and unique experience with multi-language use." K.G. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the handouts and recommendations for parents. Case studies were beneficial." T.O. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked how applicable the information was, and that it is backed by research. I appreciated the list of specific additional types of testing/data collection that can be used to round out the picture of the child's skills in both/all languages. I also appreciated the links to other resources that I can use with parents." S.C. (Aug. 2023)
"Organized and informative. Confirmed the importance of encouraging caregiver language use." A.S. (Aug. 2023)
"What an amazing course - great presenter and perspective! I liked the current research and research that I can use TODAY with my current families." A.A. (Jul. 2023)
"I have a better understanding now of the unique challenges kids face when exposed to multiple languages. The information on bilingualism was interesting." J.R. (Jul. 2023)
"It’s always great to get new resources and websites for both references and parent information. Nice review of bilingual assessment protocol. I liked the prominent use of case studies. Very appropriate as the task of assessing and treating is individual." S.P. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the parent recommendations to never stop speaking their native language. Course length was just right." S.S. (Jul. 2023)
"I appreciated the suggestions for testing this population. I will use the information about making sure to coach families on how to use the language strategies at home in their native language." K.W. (May 2023)
"Tips for parents and the resources for parents were beneficial. I liked the links to resources." E.T. (May 2023)
"Discussed acceptable ways to use descriptive language regarding a child's strengths and weaknesses rather than report standardized scores. I liked the handouts and the case studies." C.S. (Apr. 2023)
"NERCh Language Facilitation Strategies and general parent tips will benefit my daily practice. What I liked best about the course was the Home Language Support Tool and the comprehensive information provided regarding language development." L.A. (Feb. 2023)
"The entire presentation will be beneficial for my daily practice. The presenter was very knowledgeable regarding assessment and implementation of language strategies for CLD populations." M.H. (Feb. 2023)
"I loved the resources the presenter shared. And the case studies that illustrate the importance of testing, using interpreters, encouraging parents to speak their native dominant language." N.O. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the evaluations. Good case study examples." J.W. (Feb. 2023)
"Very practical ideas to give to parents to support language development. Universal developmental norms. I liked the case study and related research based information." M.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Great information regarding teaching analogies to elementary students. I loved the speaker sharing her communication experience within her family and specific examples, re: her daughter’s communication growth in both languages." M.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Assessment considerations, bilingual considerations with developmental milestones. I liked the resources." A.P. (Jan. 2023)
"Very knowledgeable presenter. Assessment of the bilingual student was beneficial." A.K. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning what questions to ask when interviewing a bilingual child's family. I liked the case study she did with her own child." L.C. (Jan. 2023)
"The whole course was very informative. I liked the assessment." J.C. (Dec. 2022)
"The entire course was beneficial and gave very practical and useful tips! This came just in time for me to evaluate a difficult bilingual case in my school!" K.M. (Dec. 2022)
"The discussion of vocabulary differences (e.g., lower expressive vocabulary scores do not necessarily indicate a disorder due to language loss), acceptable modifications of standard assessments, how to interpret the descriptive results, and the recommendations for handouts/free resources was super helpful!" K.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I loved her case study involving her daughter's language development in Portuguese and English. And learning ways of determining children's proficiency in both languages they speak was beneficial." K.F. (Dec. 2022)
"How to test bilingual children was beneficial." T.P. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning the specifics of training and working with an interpreter. And I liked that I could complete course on my own timeline." K.L. (Dec. 2022)
"Clear presentation and explanations. I liked the use of conceptual scoring and analysis of strengths and weaknesses during assessment." M.K. (Dec. 2022)
"I will be able to use this information on a daily basis with my students." I.G. (Nov. 2022)
"Clear presentation with support visuals and explanations. Also, very good resources for parents." A.C. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked how the presenter related the topics back to her own personal journey and experiences. I liked the resources provided." C.L. (Oct. 2022)
"The course was well organized and explained." K.C. (Sept. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." T.L. (Aug. 2022)
"Learning how to speak with parents, and the resources that were recommended will be helpful. Course was easy to understand." V.K. (July 2022)
"Easy to follow and understand the information presented. Liked the different methods of assessing and determining if there is a speech-language impairment present." C.H. (June 2022)
"I liked how the speaker used her own child as one of the case studies." S.P. (May 2022)
"The tips on how to work with interpreters were helpful. The graphics were thorough." J.M. (Apr. 2022)
"Defining the types of errors that help determine disorder versus difference was beneficial. Also, discussing how to train the interpreter. Hearing about her experience being trilingual teaching her daughter as a simultaneous bilingual language learner (the data to compare the languages) and having case studies!!" J.T. (Apr. 2022)
"I found the discussion of parent education to continue to use the home language most helpful. I enjoyed the facts and data in regards to language development for bilingual language learners." H.A. (Mar. 2022)
"I learned how to use standardized assessments with bilingual patients – very helpful." J.B. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the therapy strategies and the case studies." H.D. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the ways presented to assess formally, and what to take into consideration assessing informally." R.M. (Jan. 2022)
"The information on assessing bilingual children was most beneficial to my daily practice. I enjoyed the case studies the best." S.P. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked all of it – very relevant to my present caseload." J.R. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the realistic and convenient way to obtain interpreters for children whose first language is not English when that child is in need of a speech/language assessment (i.e., churches, university students, etc). The discussion about why it is so important NOT to tell families to stop speaking their first language to the child while the child is in the process of acquiring new language skills was very beneficial." S.F. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the speaker's personal examples based on the case study she completed with her own child." S.F. (Dec. 2021)
"I benefited from the intervention strategies and resources provided, and the case studies." S.F. (Dec. 2021)
"I appreciated the case studies. I feel more secure in knowing I would compile the most useful data for teams to make educational decisions." J.K. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the examples in the case studies and the fact that the speaker was able to have such a unique background and years of experience on this topic both personal and professional." I.P. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked all the information to share with parents. The case studies paired with research were an excellent way to learn." S.R. (Oct. 2021)
"All of the information was informative. Thank you for all of your tips and parent information. The lay out of this course was super duper easy and understandable." K.C. (Sept. 2021)
"The variety of information and use of strategies to better assess was very beneficial for my practice." R.D. (Aug. 2021)
"Language development: It's differences and similarities. Specific things to help in assessing bilingual students and how to use the interpreter during the assessment. I liked the ideas of things to help parents encourage language development in their children at home. I think it was excellent and had great information." B.L. (Jun. 2021)
"I too have witnessed the alienation between English speaking children and their Spanish speaking parents. Parents are unable to "parent" their children effectively because they don't speak the same language and they are living in the same house! I liked the term "heart loss" – the loss of being able to communicate what your heart feels. The families are like strangers. So sad. Easy to listen to and absorb. Good examples and charts." A.S. (Jun. 2021)
"If I ever get a student that is bilingual I will know how to best handle the testing process and how to help with interventions and also help families. I like that the speaker gave different case studies, one where a child was developing typically and two who were language delayed. This course was great." A.V. (Jun. 2021)
"I liked the use of different ways to assess a bilingual student. All of the information was great!" R.P. (Jun. 2021)
"I found the information regarding the use of interpreter very informative. The course was easy to access and I was able to pause to make note of important points." R.R. (Jun. 2021)
"I loved the resources that we can use in our daily practice. I also loved the presenters shared personal experiences. It was very informative and practical!" H.H. (Jun. 2021)
"I like that the speaker gave different case studies, one where a child was developing typically and two who were language delayed." A.B. (May 2021)
“I loved the concise definitions throughout the presentation.” A.S. (Mar. 2021)
"I appreciated all the information & resources that she provided. Thank you to Ana Paula Mumy for sharing her expertise in working with CLD populations. I loved hearing about her personal and professional experiences with bilingualism/multilingualism." J.D. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Ana Paula Mumy, SLPD, CCC-SLP
Explaining to students how to change the way they move their tongue, lip and jaw muscles to improve speech intelligibility has always been challenging. This course uses a multi-sensory approach with video demonstrations to make it easier for students to understand, remember, self-monitor, and use evidence-based strategies for the remediation of R, S, Z, L, F, V, TH, SH, CH sounds. Includes numerous downloadable reproducibles for use in your therapy sessions.... more+
"How to collaborate more effectively with teachers regarding RtI options was a beneficial topic. I liked the therapy ideas and materials." A.R. (Jul. 2024)
"The discussion on how teachers and parents can complete following activities at home was beneficial. Also the discussion regarding how we need to explain to the student the placement strategies as well as providing visual cues. I liked the resource materials." T.M. (Jun. 2024)
"The example videos for specific sound errors were helpful. I LOVED that the presenter went into great detail about strategies for specific sound errors!" B.E. (Jun. 2024)
"The videos of different sound strategies were beneficial." S.S. (May. 2024)
"I enjoyed the specific treatment practices/video examples." L.K. (Apr. 2024)
"I found the speech sound video examples to be helpful." E.L. (Mar. 2024)
"The placement guides were helpful. I have already used them with kids, and parents like having the structured feedback. I liked the amount of materials that were provided to use and the sessions where you got to watch her use the materials." R.M. (Dec. 2023)
"The course was all good. The handouts had very understandable info and were useful." H.M. (Dec. 2023)
"The tools were helpful. I liked that I can apply the practical strategies." A.R. (Dec. 2023)
"All the topics included in this course are beneficial for my daily practice. The presentation provided valuable information that can be applied to articulation therapy sessions. I loved that the presenter provided videos of therapy sessions with students to explain and demonstrate how to apply each strategy to work on each target sound in therapy." L.R. (Nov. 2023)
"Very practical ideas. Teaching placement and having students respond with understanding, self-monitoring, and self-correction was beneficial." S.F. (Oct. 2023)
"Great handouts! This was all relevant to my everyday speech practice." T.W. (Sep. 2023)
"I found this course straightforward and practical with a clear explanation of strategies, which were supported with video. I'm going to implement the suggested ideas of using highlighting tape and clickers and noisemakers while working on speech." I.B. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the specific examples and the samples to use." M.P. (Sep. 2023)
"This course provided many handouts and strategies that can be applied on Monday. I liked the research of distributed practice versus mass practice and consideration of educational impact beyond academics." A.S. (Jul. 2023)
"The presenter shared so many resources!! The information regarding helping parents and teachers working with their children was beneficial." L.H. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked all the handouts! As supervisor of the SLPs for a district struggling with the RTI process, I truly believe that the resources provided in this course will be extremely beneficial in guiding our SLPs into the RTI model for speech impairments." M.T. (Dec. 2022)
"I thought the videos of the therapy sessions were excellent. The strategies were very useful. I liked all of the resources and materials that she provided us." C.S. (Nov. 2022)
"The RTI checklist and teacher checklists are great! I liked the handouts and the overall discussions of strategies to use for each sound." D.L. (Nov. 2022)
"The strategies for articulation were great! The strategies and checklists will be extremely helpful." J.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Very practical strategies and handouts." M.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Useful information. I liked the articulation strategies and the handouts." T.N. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the information about rationale for educationally relevant services. Course was easy to listen to." L.M. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the ideas for specific words to use to elicit a target sound." L.B. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the information and visuals. And having teachers scaffold in the classroom for students placement and specific feedback." K.M. (Nov. 2022)
"The section that detailed strategies for correct placement of articulators was very helpful. I enjoyed the videos that demonstrated how to incorporate the learned strategies. The resources are wonderful as well!" D.B. (Oct. 2022)
"Very applicable to daily life. I liked the handouts." K.K. (Oct. 2022)
"Presented in an easy-to-follow manner. Very practical." D.A. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked everything, very informative. Lots of resources and examples were provided." L.G. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked that it included examples of how to produce L, R, TH sounds, etc and explained that they involved using two articulators as opposed to only one. I liked the printable word lists and analysis pages!" R.M. (Oct. 2022)
"This course is practical and gives lots of resources. I liked the cues for articulation that I can teach to students and share with teachers and parents." C.P. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the usable, printable materials offered with this course." K.P. (Sept. 2022)
"I really appreciated the discussion on what things beyond academics are included in educational implications. I loved the examples of specific language to use when explaining sounds to kiddos, parents. I love the ease of the handouts and how those can be given to the students/parents/teachers." L.B. (Aug. 2022)
"All of the strategies shared and discussed were excellent! I loved listening to the rationale of why articulation remediation is important - the educational impact." L.D. (Jul. 2022)
"All the materials will be super helpful!" J.M. (Jun. 2022)
"Great application. Great handouts!" S.G. (Jun. 2022)
"I absolutely enjoy listening to this presenter! She is wonderful with so many fantastic ideas and wealth of information! This is my second course by her and I have learned so much. I have already put in to practice her treatment approaches for high repetition and bought materials like xylophone, peg board, abacus, etc. I enjoyed the part about simplifying instruction for placement cues for kiddos to better understand how to make the sounds, difference between correct and incorrect productions, and how to help parents and teachers understand." A.H. (Jun. 2022)
"Great handouts and videos!" D.G. (May 2022)
"Learning the social and emotional impact articulation remediation may have on individuals. And all the resources included." A.H. (May 2022)
"Learning the difference between "educational performance" vs. "academic performance". I also appreciate the "slide" chart for CV practice with sounds." A.W. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the relevance of this course – it was an entire course that had so many applicable concepts and materials." A.W. (Mar. 2022)
"I enjoyed all the materials in this online course. I felt that how the presenter explained how to use the materials was very beneficial." C.B. (Mar. 2022)
"I will benefit from all of the materials to use with my students. I liked the videos and the materials." B.C. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the phonetic placement strategies and RTI resources." M.M. (Mar. 2022)
"I will target specific sounds using her visuals and strategies. I loved the visuals and resources that were provided." S.F. (Mar 2022)
"I liked the handouts, strategies and extra resources." S.T. (Mar. 2022)
"Liked all the direct and ready to use strategies to implement!" K.L. (Mar. 2022)
"Loved the handouts with placement strategies - tons of handouts!" K.P. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked that the materials are actually included so that these strategies can be applied immediately." K.D. (Feb. 2022)
"The HANDOUTS! This was a pleasant surprise. We don't usually get materials this useful for day-to-day practice." S.G. (Dec. 2021)
"I loved all of her practical strategies and the video sessions helped too." K.H. (Nov. 2021)
"The resources and how they can be incorporated into practice were informative. I liked the video of the therapy session. I appreciate the handouts and resources provided by the speaker." J.M. (Sept. 2021)
"I like that if I have to I can stop and then restart the course." J.C. (Aug. 2021)
"Learning how to incorporate the classroom teacher. Great topic, easy to listen to." A.S. (Jun. 2021)
"I enjoyed watching her video lessons. Great videos and activities." P.M. (May 2021)
"Loved all the materials, visuals, checklists, etc. provided with the course." K.G. (May 2021)
"The included resources will be useful to share with teachers for ways to target skills in the classroom. I loved the Teacher Questionnaire attachment. I have been looking for a resource like this." M.H. (May 2021)
"Lots of easy to understand/easy to use materials to share with parents and teachers. Easy to use techniques explained clearly with a nice video demonstrating use with a student." L.M. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Stephen Calculator, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course highlights functional AAC assessment and intervention strategies to foster communication, educational, and related skills in individuals with severe disabilities. Emphasis will be placed on the use of integrated models of service delivery and ecologically valid, evidence-based procedures such as natural supports, embedded goals, discipline-free objectives, skill clusters, and discrepancy analysis. Overarching themes of the presentation will be participation, membership and inclusion.... more+
"All content was helpful. Self-directed study, very convenient." J.H. (Jul. 2024)
"The ideas about integrating disciplines to make functional goals for students that help them better access their entire learning environment. Engaging course and easy to access and follow. The examples helped to solidify the topics covered." N.T. (May. 2024)
"I felt the goal writing section and how to move through supports was very helpful. I liked that the course was easy to follow and the speaker provided detailed information about assessment." N.P. (May. 2024)
"I liked the topic of authentic assessment because I learned many useful strategies to better test my students' progress with their communication devices. I really also liked learning more about the idea of presumed competence because it is becoming such a popular subject amongst SLPs. The speaker had a very clear speaking voice and good pacing." C.C. (May. 2024)
"How to integrate AAC in the natural environment was beneficial. I liked the example situations and goals." C.G. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the emphasis on making a decision and speedy implementation of AAC device. The course was well organized." L.M. (Mar. 2024)
"Variations for data collection was a beneficial topic discussed. Good handouts, references for later use." S.G. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the discussion on goal setting and the broad range of information." K.H. (Dec. 2023)
"The suggestions for authentic assessment vs. relying on standardized or criterion-referenced measures were helpful. I liked the description of underlying principles for best practice in AAC assessment." K.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Very informative and presented in an organized and thorough manner. Overall overview on AAC was beneficial. I am not very familiar with this area, especially in the school setting, and a lot of the terminology was new, so I found this course extremely informative." E.W. (Dec. 2023)
"I appreciated the discussion of goal suggestions and alternative forms of service delivery. I also liked the collaborative approach." L.A. (Nov. 2023)
"The strategies for AAC implementation were beneficial. I liked the use of functional assessment." K.D. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the focus on students with severe disabilities." M.M. (Nov. 2023)
"Use of skill clusters and ideas on how to implement them was helpful." C.H. (Nov. 2023)
"This course presented very practical information as to how to integrate communication across contexts in a functional manner for the user." V.A. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the assessment criteria." K.A. (Nov. 2023)
"I found the goals samples to be the most beneficial for my daily practice." J.R. (Nov. 2023)
"Presenter was clear with great examples. I liked the matrix." A.J. (Nov. 2023)
"The importance of least dangerous assumptions and how it is vital that we not limit our client's abilities based on an assumption that's not proven correct." D.M. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussion of types of assessment was beneficial. I liked the examples." M.S. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the application of the student's needs specifically, not just what the family wants to see them communicate." M.R. (Oct. 2023)
"The discipline-free goals and Criterion of Ultimate Functioning were beneficial to discuss. I liked that this course covered a lot of information at a reasonable depth." M.A. (Sep. 2023)
"The examples for each item were very valuable to understanding the new vocabulary. Dr. Calculator's extensive experience brought a depth of knowledge that was evident throughout the presentation." E.G. (Sep. 2023)
"Well-paced course with helpful examples." A.P. (Sep. 2023)
"Use of consultative model vs direct units was beneficial. I liked the visual supports and the presenter." M.C. (Jul. 2023)
"Clear and concise. Easy to follow along. Feature matching with AAC was beneficial." T.W. (Jun. 2023)
"Incorporating AAC into the student's school day. I liked that course was self-paced." L.P. (Jun. 2023)
"This was a good reminder to take into account the whole person and to move toward more functional goals that will benefit the patients in a variety of settings. I really enjoyed all the examples and case study-type scenarios that were embedded throughout." K.W. (May 2023)
"Useful information for my AAC students and easy to follow course." J.H. (May 2023)
"Discussion on what is realistic for families vs. what takes place in the therapy room. I liked how comprehensive this course was." M.B. (May 2023)
"Discussing ultimate goals was beneficial. Functional course." S.W. (May 2023)
"I liked the functional goals and team approach to targeting goals." K.B. (Apr. 2023)
"Friendships as a goal really expanded my social skills concepts with AAC. I liked the overall collaborative approach." M.V. (Apr. 2023)
"I appreciated the time spent on authentic assessment. The presenter held my attention and gave real-world examples." A.H. (Mar. 2023)
"Evaluating across multiple settings during the day. Keeping communication options, both low and high-tech available and honoring requests." B.R. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the research that showed how the degree of disability did not correlate with the amount of services/supports needed/given. I liked the actual examples of cases that demonstrated the material presented." A.D. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the real-life examples. Skill clusters and natural supports were beneficial." L.O. (Dec. 2022)
"Information was presented clearly. The matrix procedure was very helpful and can easily be applied to my daily practice." M.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Clear examples on how to implement with a team." B.W. (Dec. 2022)
"I loved all the content. Everything was super applicable to my setting." L.S. (Nov. 2022)
"This course was very enlightening in considering the needs of our students in all areas of life." M.B. (Oct. 2022)
"The collaboration with other professionals was good." M.W. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked all of the course content." T.G. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the amount of content covered and issues addressed." J.S. (Sept. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." A.A. (Aug. 2022)
"The examples of working with other team members were helpful and addressing peers for motivation." S.V. (Jul. 2022)
"Professor Calculator is a joy to listen to and learn from. He is easy to follow and understand. The entire review of ecological assessment, peer supports, person centered planning, and other topics will enhance my ability to recommend and design treatment that is the most far reaching and meaningful for clients and their families." D.B. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked everything about this course. Incredible knowledge and practice of the presenter." E.G. (Jun. 2022)
"Clear presentation of valuable material. Good reminders for AAC goal development." N.F. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the goals creation and integration of AAC. And that I was able to take it in a self-determined time." K.A. (May 2022)
"The presenter was very knowledgeable. I liked the idea of use of natural supports to encourage and reinforce communication efforts. I also found the Matrix Procedure very interesting and useful. Learning about integrating AAC throughout the day and having the SLP consult regarding recognizing and facilitating natural communications for persons using AAC." S.C. (Mar. 2022)
"Informative for breaking tasks down into more than just requesting. I like how he teaches the SLP to include all professionals when setting up goals/objectives for various tasks on the device." D.B. (Mar. 2022)
"The presenter provided thorough and concise information covering a wide range of instruction. I liked the use of discrepancy analysis for goals, use of natural supports, and integrated objectives." E.M. (Feb. 2022)
"The matrix was helpful with generalization of device use, and I liked the emphasis on presuming competence." C.N. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the non-standardized assessment for AAC users, and the real-life examples." A.B. (Jan. 2022)
“I love that it specifically addresses use and assessment of AAC for students with severe/multiple disabilities in the school setting.” M.U. (Dec. 2021)
“I really appreciated the "big picture" approach, in which life goals for the individual are the driving force behind his/her goals and objectives.” I.D. (Nov. 2021)
"Spoke to pros and cons of AAC use and implementation." T.K. (Oct. 2021)
“The slides provided helpful information for me to look back on later when I have students using AAC.” S.Z. (Oct. 2021)
“This course is extremely relevant to students that I work with, and the information is critical for student success. Overall, this course was excellent. I am very grateful for the opportunity to participate in this course. Thank you to the speaker for sharing this invaluable information and sharing your insights.” L.W. (Oct. 2021)
“The presenter has dedicated many years to the research presented. He also provided relevant stories about observations he has made.” L.D. (Sept. 2021)
"I liked the ideas for intervention that are more informative and appropriate for complex communicators." S.V. (Aug. 2021)
"The validation of the collaborative model of service delivery was beneficial. I liked the discussion of generalizing skills (not just communication skills) over several different experiences." A.I. (Aug. 2021)
“I appreciate the idea of going beyond the wants and needs, while also placing importance on the parent's goals for the child. I find incorporating all disciplines in cooperative goal planning is essential.” A.S. (Jul. 2021)
"Learning about some new buzz words including least dangerous assumption, skill cluster, discipline free, self-determination and criterion of ultimate functioning. I appreciated some new research information as well to share with parents." J.B. (Jun. 2021)
“Discussion of integrated goals with increased collaboration between disciplines, and the use of multiple communication modes at one time was helpful. It was an easy format to watch on-demand, I appreciate the ability to start/stop as needed with the inclusion of slides/handout.” L.M. (Jun. 2021)
"Excellent course! It's too hard to pick just one beneficial discussion! Looking at HOW to assess in different ways, writing goals, and how to provide therapy/consultation - all beneficial discussions. The examples used were helpful - overall this course was excellent and very informative!" K.T. (May 2021)
"All of it was beneficial! This course really opened my eyes to the number of considerations that one must take in order to select the most appropriate AAC device." L.B. (Apr. 2021)
“This is a thoughtful presentation with real life examples.” B.F. (Mar. 2021)
"I appreciated the focus on implementation of communication goals throughout the day with a practical method for collecting data across settings. I liked the comprehensive content and availability of printable materials." A.R. (Mar. 2021)
"It was helpful to get examples of how to incorporate AAC throughout a student's day. Also how to view goals that can be targeted throughout the day. It was very comprehensive from assessment to treatment." T.K. (Feb. 2021)
"Very positive and theoretical approach, and with many real-situation examples." J.M. (Feb. 2021)
"It was helpful in thinking about developing objectives for children with severe impairments. The pace was great." M.S. (Feb. 2021)
"The presenter was factual, clear, and applied information to real-life scenarios. I enjoyed the use of the integrated model and use of the matrix." S.G. (Jan. 2021)
“The discussion on specific ways to collaborate with other team members to provide an integrated approach to services/goals was helpful.” E.K. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Sandra R. Holtzman, MS, CCC-SLP, COM, QOM
This course presents an overview of the specialty area of Orofacial Myology and its relationship to the field of Speech-language Pathology. Discussed are the procedures involved in examining various orofacial structures and functions. Learn which barriers interfere with successful treatment, and receive instruction for improving your client's lingual, labial and mandibular coordination skills.... more+
"Exercises were helpful. I liked the in-depth breakdown of exercises to accomplish each skill." K.P. (Aug. 2024)
"Methods for working on individual criteria were helpful. The information was presented in an organized manner with good connections drawn which is the key to this specific type of treatment." R.E. (Aug. 2024)
"The importance of oral resting posture was beneficial to discuss. I liked the information to help /s/ production." A.O. (Aug. 2024)
"The necessity of correcting resting postures before speech therapy will be effective. The presenter was clear and effective." H.M. (Aug. 2024)
"Identifying/addressing oral posture and negative oral habits before targeting sound placement and production was beneficial. I liked that I can apply to my current caseload and the reminder about underlying factors negatively impacting speech." H.S. (Aug. 2024)
"Treatment considerations and strategies were helpful. I liked that I was able to take the course on my own time." M.E. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussing the importance of correct lip and tongue position for speech production was beneficial." Y.I. (Aug. 2024)
"The course was broken down very clearly." L.P. (Aug. 2024)
"Description of tongue ties was helpful. I liked the therapy for correct oral placement. Excellent handout." R.S. (Aug. 2024)
"Specific activities for assessment and treatment were helpful. Knowledgeable presenter and clear visuals. Enjoyed her sense of humor." R.C. (Jul. 2024)
"All of the information was beneficial." N.T. (Jul. 2024)
"General knowledge of the beginning stages of orofacial myology, who can benefit. The information was clear and concise. I feel like I can implement my knowledge right away." M.D. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the videos of treatment and the treatment methods/terminology overview." D.M. (Jul. 2024)
"Treatment techniques were beneficial. I liked the video presentations." M.T. (Jun. 2024)
"Exercises to help work on areas of need mentioned in the presentation were helpful. Information was to the point and easy to follow." A.S. (Jun. 2024)
"All of the information was helpful! I loved the practical information. I can assess and know specifically what to look for." M.R. (Jun. 2024)
"Connection of OMT to general speech therapy was a helpful topic. I liked that the courses was self-paced and I could complete at any time and start and stop as needed." L.K. (Jun. 2024)
"I found the full course interesting and well presented. Best course I have taken in a long time." C.K. (Jun. 2024)
"Review of the importance of resting posture for efficient oral function/speech production. The videos were very helpful." K.G. (May. 2024)
"Exercises and strategies to improve function were beneficial. I liked the videos of patients performing exercises." R.W. (May. 2024)
"I feel Myofunctional therapy is on the rise, and this course gives me a whole new set of things to look for in my pediatric caseload. Very informative." C.P. (May. 2024)
"Knowing when to refer and the roles that fall in my scope of practice considering my level of training. I liked that this course is self-paced." S.M. (May. 2024)
"Discussing the importance of resting position of the tongue was helpful." M.H. (Apr. 2024)
"Descriptions of the Oromyo dysfunctions and the noxious habits were beneficial. I liked the oromyo facial definitions." T.H. (Apr. 2024)
"Open-mouth postures and measurement tools were helpful. I enjoyed the topic." L.H. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing the impact of changes caused by noxious habits on speech due to reshaping palate was beneficial. I find this present in many of my students. I am very interested in Orofacial Myology and this was helpful introductory information!" N.A. (Apr. 2024)
"Very organized and clear explanation." S.K. (Apr. 2024)
"All of the course was beneficial! I enjoyed Sandra's depth and breadth of knowledge." T.C. (Mar. 2024)
"Taking into account the barriers first was helpful. I liked the topic on how to work on exercises and what to try if the client has difficulty." M.C. (Mar. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss that thumb-sucking elimination should not be introduced under the age of four years and that was a surprise to me. The course was thorough." D.I. (Mar. 2024)
"The relationship of oral rest posture to speech production was helpful to discuss. I liked the assessment procedures overview and video inclusion of pacifier / bottle considerations." E.L. (Mar. 2024)
"Specific exercises to help with orofacial issues. The pictures and videos were very helpful. I liked that I could pause and replay the course." L.R. (Mar. 2024)
"I enjoyed the level of depth and knowledge. Beneficial discussion of the proficiency exam." J.J. (Mar. 2024)
"Lots of very interesting information. Tongue and lip movements related to speech production once resting postures had been achieved." M.W. (Mar. 2024)
"I appreciated the practical application and examples provided." M.S. (Mar. 2024)
"Clarifications of terms- especially ones that are nonspecific were beneficial." S.W. (Feb. 2024)
"I enjoyed everything ... the course was incredible. I had no idea of all the parts of the puzzle I was missing. I appreciated that the course was recorded so I could relisten to many of the slides to ensure I got what Sandra was saying." D.D. (Feb. 2024)
"The methods to accomplish the exercises were helpful. I enjoyed the video examples." S.W. (Feb. 2024)
"The techniques were beneficial." P.F. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked the theory and examples w/step-by-step instructions, criteria of passing, and some videos." M.O. (Feb. 2024)
"All of this course was beneficial." R.K. (Feb. 2024)
"The presenter showed specific exercises that need to be done before working on the /s/, which explained why children are not able to habituate their speech. I liked the videos." K.H. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing oral resting postures and how it can impact dental eruption was beneficial. Comprehensive course with links to resources." A.S. (Feb. 2024)
"This course was a good starting point for pts with orofacial concerns. The videos/examples were helpful." L.Y. (Jan. 2024)
"The relation of resting mouth posture to speech and language development was a helpful topic. I liked the ability to watch as time permitted in my schedule." A.C. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing tongue resting position related to sound production was beneficial. I like that I can view the course over time at my convenience." K.P. (Jan. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss how oral resting position impacts speech and tongue tie information." M.H. (Jan. 2024)
"I have so many ideas to try now! Specific methods to elicit different tongue positions, using the Mouth Prop. I plan to order some Mouth Props very soon! The information was very specific on how to treat clients/students." M.K. (Jan. 2024)
"The course was thorough, interesting, added to my existing knowledge, and gave me a way to measure baseline skills, progress, and success." T.H. (Jan. 2024)
"Good examples, relevant to everyday practice. It was helpful to discuss oral resting posture and its relation to speech production." S.B. (Jan. 2024)
"Beneficial review of the swallow, in addition to the elimination of negative oral habits. I enjoyed how easy course was to follow along and take notes." E.S. (Jan. 2024)
"This overview provided the basic knowledge to better understand orofacial myology, especially related to the topic of negative oral habits. This was new information I had not heard before, providing greater insight into areas I can now explore." A.H. (Jan. 2024)
"Very thorough course and had specific examples for how to implement this in therapy." E.G. (Jan. 2024)
"The importance of the oral examination and looking at oral functioning was helpful. This information has been very enlightening. The oral examination, oral habits, and oral exercises were all very helpful information." K.T. (Jan. 2024)
"All of this course was beneficial. Very good explanations." A.P. (Jan. 2024)
"Very informative course. Good review of terms, especially ones that are misused often in our profession. Good review of dental occlusions and the function of the teeth. I liked the visual assistance on occlusions, tongue ties, etc." A.H. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the updated research. Clear visual examples of oral structures." K.M. (Dec. 2023)
"As an SLP, we must know if we are asking a client to do something that he is not capable of, it is our responsibility. I was not aware of "the spot" incisive papilla's role as a starting point for speech production." M.O. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial discussion on oral rest posture and how it affects speech disorders. I liked the instructions provided at the end." L.G. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the information on different types of malocclusions." C.D. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the info about open bites." C.W. (Dec. 2023)
"The actual exercises were beneficial. Sandra's presentation was so organized and clear to understand. I loved it!" L.K. (Dec. 2023)
"This course was thorough. The sequence of exercises/targets was helpful." A.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Comprehensive presentation of relevant information in both the assessment and therapy of orofacial myology problems." E.N. (Dec. 2023)
"This course was excellent. As a provider already several years into doing orofacial myofunctional therapy, this course reinforced many things. It gave some new suggestions for vocabulary use and phrasing in reports and with parents, as well as some additional ways to implement exercises toward a goal. I plan on recommending this course to my colleagues." A.R. (Nov. 2023)
"Exercises to improve the function of oromotor structures were helpful. I enjoyed the knowledge of the presenter and the ease of access to this course." K.P. (Nov. 2023)
"Clear, organized presentation. The discussion that it is important to address the correct resting posture before working on sound production was beneficial. I enjoyed the illustrative photos, videos, and diagrams." A.G. (Nov. 2023)
"Demonstration videos were helpful, and I liked the detail in exercises." A.C. (Nov. 2023)
"The methods for corrections were helpful, and I enjoyed the visuals." L.E. (Nov. 2023)
"Explanation of practical therapy techniques." J.H. (Nov. 2023)
"Definitions of malocclusions, considerations, and mechanics of swallowing were all helpful. Ms. Holtzman is a great speaker/presenter." C.P. (Nov. 2023)
"Determination of when and how to address ankyloglossia was beneficial. I liked the organization and concise presentation of information." M.B. (Oct. 2023)
"All of this information presented was helpful and relevant. The presenter did a really good job of balancing modes (e.g. videos, powerpoint, spoken information, photos, etc.), included good stories and information to hold my attention, and set a good pace that let me follow along without my attention wandering." L.F. (Oct. 2023)
"The section on ankyloglossia, emphasis on function, and a more descriptive means of describing various ties was beneficial. I liked the ability to go at my own pace." L.C. (Oct. 2023)
"Many ideas provided for direct treatment. It was helpful to learn about methods to accomplish bowling of the tongue." S.C. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning different ways to assess tongue movement. I liked the graphics and pictures." J.C. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of dentition and types of bites. The correlation between Orofacial Myology and speech was helpful." R.A. (Sep. 2023)
"The discussion of ankyloglossia was particularly helpful. Assessment tools are always beneficial as well." D.R. (Sep. 2023)
"I really enjoyed the refresher on malocclusions. I appreciated hearing the old terminology versus the new! I wasn't aware of some of the changes. What I learned will help me assess some of my clients and what is really going on and perhaps consider some referrals that I need to make. Great variety of ways information was presented! Loved the videos!" S.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Identification and differentiation of ankyloglossia, discussion of proper terminology, normal vs. abnormal function, and exercises that may be performed were beneficial topics. I liked the videos and pictures to help better understand normal vs abnormal and correct vs incorrect." A.K. (Sep. 2023)
"I appreciated the visuals - the pictures and videos that helped demonstrate an idea/exercise/dx." A.B. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the specific treatment goals." C.F. (Sep. 2023)
"Specific rationale for how anatomy and physiology may impact speech production. I liked the many examples!" A.S. (Aug. 2023)
"Helpful tips for therapy. Learning how to improve my evaluation methods of students with interdental lisps and how to better recognize the impact of the oral facial muscles on speech." M.D. (Aug. 2023)
"Learning how all of this relates to articulation! Very clear video." A.G. (Aug. 2023)
"The clarification of terminology and which terms are preferred, measurements to diagnose and track progress, normal occlusion, and resting posture of the face instead of just learning about the tongue were all beneficial topics. The course was not rushed, content was easily understood, good visuals and videos." C.L. (Aug. 2023)
"Understanding habitual mandible, lingual, and labial postures' effect on oral functions. I liked that the course was recorded and can be replayed for processing of more complex information." Y.S. (Jul. 2023)
"Learning how best to teach habitual spot-finding abilities to improve resting tongue position and articulation of speech sounds." J.H. (Jul. 2023)
"Easy to follow presenter & information. Topics I already had a foundation in, but needed more direction on specific exercises. I liked the assessment & exercise portion." H.L. (Jul. 2023)
"The entire presentation was very helpful in this area of orofacial myology. The course was very practical, and the presenter gave great examples throughout the course." A.K. (Jul. 2023)
"Concise and good information. I enjoyed learning about specific things to do if a deficit is observed with lingual elevation and lateralization." A.T. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the presenter's personality and way of explaining important information. All of it was beneficial." M.M. (Jun. 2023)
"The evaluation norms and therapy tools were beneficial. Presenter really knows her context and is able to explain clearly and easily!" D.S. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the therapy suggestions and the medical information." S.C. (Jun. 2023)
"This course gave me good foundational knowledge of orofacial myology as it relates to speech." K.M. (Jun. 2023)
"Sandra was knowledgeable and passionate. The last half hour was the most beneficial for my practice working with preschoolers. It reminded me of topics I can bring up during initial assessments while I have the parents there." K.L. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the practical exercises to help with more efficient tongue movement that will lead to effective speech. I appreciated the practical explanation of why the airway blockage and having a lower, forward tongue position could impact articulation and impede treatment. It solidified what I had always suspected but previously did not have the information to support." H.N. (Jun. 2023)
"This course was specific in the reason for myo, exercises, and functional assessment that I can use tomorrow. I liked the exercises in building up oral motor support and the tools that are needed to support change in function with activities." J.G. (Jun. 2023)
"Addressing tongue mobilization techniques with sounds (ta, na, da, la) was beneficial. I liked the videos." R.B. (Jun. 2023)
"Discussion on the various types of malocclusions was beneficial. I liked the tips on parental conferences." B.R. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of each movement/task that the client should be able to complete and the steps to help them get there." M.P. (May 2023)
"Very Practical. I can use this information in my therapy next week. Descriptions of the exercises and the criteria for completion of each step were beneficial." K.S. (May 2023)
"The section on ankyloglossia was beneficial. I liked the provision of functional applications." L.R. (May 2023)
"I liked the specific exercises and client examples." B.P. (May 2023)
"Activities in therapy to improve orofacial myology. I liked the course organization." L.V. (May 2023)
"I liked the sequence of exercises to address appropriate lingual resting." M.R. (May 2023)
"Very descriptive course and gave nice examples. Appreciated the real-life pictures and videos. I liked the discussion on exercises to complete to determine spot awareness." J.H. (May 2023)
"Assessment and factors in assessing orofacial myology issues were beneficial." C.S. (May 2023)
"Learning orofacial myology connection to speech production. I liked the presenter and the content." S.P. (May 2023)
"I liked the objective measurements to set goals and measure progress. Engaging instructor with good videos for demonstration." J.F. (Apr. 2023)
"The definition of malocclusions and pictures were helpful. The handouts matched the presentation well." L.G. (Apr. 2023)
"Sections related to addressing the movements and impacts on speech production were beneficial. I liked the videos and examples." J.F. (Apr. 2023)
"I loved that she gave specific exercises to do. Her presentations are very well organized and easy to understand. Very helpful information!" K.R. (Apr. 2023)
"I am so interested in myofunctional therapy. I liked how the presenter broke things down to be understood in better detail." K.W. (Apr. 2023)
"The tongue tie assessment tools and proficiency exam were beneficial." K.M. (Apr. 2023)
"Good intro to orofacial myology, and I liked the videos." T.L. (Apr. 2023)
"Learning barriers that interfere with successful treatment. I liked everything, especially learning about the correct resting postures of tongue, lips, and mandible, and barriers to successful treatment for various speech disorders." A.C. (Mar. 2023)
"Discussion of anatomy was beneficial. I liked the ease of scheduling this course into my day." J.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Very clear and concise. Treatment exercises for correction of myo dysfunction." G.F. (Mar. 2023)
"Overview of OMD in general, specifically the noxious oral habits, was beneficial. I liked the ability to pace myself." M.P. (Mar. 2023)
"I was most interested in the discussion on resting oral postures and how they impact speech, feeding, and swallowing. I really liked that you included so many video examples, as this was so helpful." H.V. (Mar. 2023)
"Lip and tongue function baseline skills are useful in assessment. The video examples of tasks were helpful." C.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Good content. Learning barriers to speech therapy such as airway and negative oral habits." M.O. (Mar. 2023)
"Detailed explanation of the basic early exercises - spot awareness, broaden and narrow tongue, lingual-mandibular differentiation, and lingual palatal seal." D.J. (Mar. 2023)
"Explanation of the terms, negative oral habits and a clear review of the proficiency exam was beneficial. I liked the videos. Discussed the proficiency test and also showed videos of methods to accomplish them." K.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Course information was extremely detailed. Treatment strategies for individuals with abnormal orofacial myology." K.G. (Mar. 2023)
"Good treatment examples. I liked the videos and demonstrations of tools to use in therapy." D.F. (Mar. 2023)
"Practical application of therapeutic techniques." D.H. (Feb. 2023)
"Ideas for assessment and treatment of oromyofacial disorders. I liked that I could do the course at my own pace." K.P. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the assessment information and background information. Well presented course with evidence included and resource references." C.G. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the exercises to address specific needs in an individual, and exercises and strategies to elicit home base." L.B. (Feb. 2023)
"Treatment strategies were beneficial. I liked the use of images and videos to increase comprehension of the topics discussed." G.A. (Feb. 2023)
"All of it!! Sandra was very easy to listen to, and she thoroughly explained things. I also liked that I could stop course and write and go back to listen again." P.S. (Feb. 2023)
"The entire course was fascinating and will change my practice. Clear explanations and videos to demonstrate technique." J.H. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning the correct positions of tongue, teeth, lips. I liked the visuals and videos to support the narration." A.B. (Jan. 2023)
"All of the information presented was beneficial to my daily practice! The link between habitual resting postures and articulation in connected speech vs. structured articulation practice will change the way I deliver articulation interventions. Clarity/organization of content, a little bit of humor, ability to go at my own pace, instructive visuals." A.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Invaluable - measuring the frenum; learning the differences between overjet, overbite, crossbite. The "live" photos of structures vs drawings were so helpful." D.O. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the functional activities that I can put into use immediately with students. The final 50 minutes of the presentation will change how I approach students and I will use the new strategies to help increase speech clarity and accurate motor planning." A.M. (Jan. 2023)
"Detailing scope of practice for Orofacial Myology and disorders it is meant to and can treat. I've been hearing of certain SLP's recommending it as a cure all and using the exercises for pretty much everything. Seems like everyone coming out of the clinic is being diagnosed with a tongue tie. I was especially taken aback when I started hearing of "posterior tongue tie." Thanks for addressing that!" X.O. (Jan. 2023)
"Practical. I liked the therapy techniques." J.D. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the introduction to terms/definitions, the breakdown of the methods, and learning that "tongue thrust" is not an actual helpful term. I liked the video examples." S.L. (Jan. 2023)
"I learned how to complete a thorough oral motor assessment that not only includes the frenum but the function of the tongue during the swallow. I liked the videos." W.H. (Jan. 2023)
"Goals, and specific steps were beneficial. I liked the application to articulation therapy." J.C. (Jan. 2023)
"Excellent and informative presenter. Assessing tongue tie and how negative oral habits can impact articulation precision was beneficial." T.H. (Jan. 2023)
"The anatomy and related physiology was very helpful. I liked the clear cut steps to determine the problem and how to decide on a treatment approach." C.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Negative oral habits and how they relate to speech production were beneficial. Liked that I could complete course at my own pace." C.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Everything in this course was well done. It answered some questions as I was thinking about some clients that exhibit some of these characteristics." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Explanation of habitual resting posture and its connection to speech production was beneficial. I liked the examples, pictures and methods for treatment." K.R. (Dec. 2022)
"Baseline measurements were beneficial. Course was easy to comprehend, good for an introduction course." L.R. (Dec. 2022)
"Nice sequence between observations, testing and treatment exercises." J.A. (Dec. 2022)
"The need to address oral resting posture BEFORE articulation. I liked the videos, pictures, and illustrations." A.S. (Dec. 2022)
"The steps to follow were helpful when beginning. Starting with observing habitual resting posture before proceeding with other assessments." J.A. (Dec. 2022)
"Provides information that can be immediately used." L.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Assessment of resting postures was helpful as well as the visual charts and photos." S.S. (Nov. 2022)
"I learned that the lip and tongue resting point is just as important as teaching placement of articulation sounds. I liked the videos and specific examples." T.C. (Nov. 2022)
"The dental information/terminology and lingual basics for proficiency criteria and methods to accomplish tasks were beneficial. I liked when the presenter provided pictures and videos to demonstrate." L.K. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the exercises and videos." B.J. (Nov. 2022)
"The specific treatment suggestions for improving lingual control post frenectomy were helpful." R.R. (Nov. 2022)
"The entire course was extremely relevant. Very organized." E.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Very informative course." B.A. (Nov. 2022)
"Very good audio quality." L.J. (Nov. 2022)
"Good overall review of anatomy and how to relate it into practice." B.S. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the exercises and mouth props." K.M. (Nov. 2022)
"The components of how to correct a tongue thrust and the video examples were good." L.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Discussion of specific exercises to target oral movement and resting posture were helpful to learn." M.C. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the speaker's pace and energy." R.W. (Oct. 2022)
"I found the techniques beneficial for clients with orofacial concerns. The instructor was so knowledgeable and offered slides which I found extremely helpful." M.D. (Oct. 2022)
"I enjoyed the examples and videos." L.L. (Oct. 2022)
"Great exercises and examples on how to do the exercises." K.M. (Oct. 2022)
"The discussion of obligatory errors was very interesting in the aspect of exposing the source of many common errors." D.L. (Oct. 2022)
"I found it very helpful to look at the barriers, look at resting position, and consider training oral movement or differentiation patterns PRIOR to providing training on specific sounds, such as s/z or sh/j." V.D. (Oct. 2022)
"This is a good course to include as part of my training protocol for new hires." C.L. (Oct. 2022)
"The specific exercises used at the end were very helpful. Learning what to look for in an assessment was also great!" S.N. (Sept. 2022)
"The initial introduction to this topic covered a wide enough range of ideas to allow me to research it further and hopefully take another course." C.L. (Sept. 2022)
"The presenter was very clear and concise. I learned a lot to help me feel confident in treating this client population." J.L. (Sept. 2022)
"Very detailed description of normal versus disordered and clear definitions and explanations of terms." M.V. (Sept. 2022)
"The discussion on how to begin the process for reducing tongue thrusting in regards to evaluating structures and resting/movement of tongue posture was great! I like the use of visuals to provide more information on what I would be looking for." S.M. (Sept. 2022)
"The specific exercises to help improve tongue function were beneficial." E.J. (Sept. 2022)
"The course presented very clear, concise, and applicable suggestions for assessment and intervention." P.H. (Sept. 2022)
"The step by step elicitation techniques were good to learn." R.B. (Sept. 2022)
"The in depth oral facial exam in order to identify incorrect postures that may likely affect speech production was good." C.L. (Sept. 2022)
"Identifying OMDS and providing appropriate support and referrals was good information." M.A. (Aug. 2022)
"I like how it took me through step by step the "lingual basics" and the proficiency at each step before moving on." N.H. (Aug. 2022)
"I found the specific exercises helpful as well as the steps to address prior to initiating articulation therapy." S.H. (Aug. 2022)
"I enjoyed the review of dental aspects relating to speech therapy, the connection between the tongue and lips resting postures as they impact speech." B.P. (Aug. 2022)
"Wow! there was so much more than I imagined. I will use all the tips on Finding the Spot that she mentioned. I do some now but she gave so many helpful suggestions to expand upon stabilizing the tongue and mandible. There was a lot of good and practical information. I took it because I evaluated many kindergarteners with interdental lisps at the end of last year and now I will have new eyes to look at them with as first graders." D.M. (Aug. 2022)
"Liked how functional and relevant it is. And specific exercises to incorporate that will serve as an important foundation for articulation therapy." L.H. (Jul. 2022)
"The descriptions of the negative oral habits and the barriers to successful treatment as well as how habitual lingual and/or labial resting posture affect speech production and nasality were beneficial. I like when the presenter gave examples or showed videos of actual therapy." C.H. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked the videos and the pace and comprehensiveness of the course, and the exercises that were discussed." J.T. (Jul. 2022)
"Importance of tongue rest position related to speech production. I liked all the visuals." N.S. (Jul. 2022)
"Learning how to assess the child was helpful, and how to treat the child." J.M. (Jul. 2022)
"The whole topic was interesting as I had information from when I was a child in oral facial myology therapy, and how it has also changed since I was in college. I liked her understanding of the topic and her clarity in explaining the topic." J.D. (Jun. 2022)
"Very clear talk, and the presentation was at a good pace. I liked the whole course." J.M. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the demonstrations and learning about how feeding can be impacted with prolonged thumb sucking or sippy cup use." C.M. (Jun. 2022)
"Learning steps to decrease tongue thrust. I liked the patient videos." M.A. (Jun. 2022)
"Great course. Gave me a lot of information that I can use for my oral motor evaluations." N.R. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the videos and connecting the swallowing process to speech production." C.G. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked learning the importance of assessing airway concerns, negative oral habits, and resting tongue posture in my evaluation of speech and feeding with my current caseload. Understanding the impact of these factors helped me better understand how to help my patients. I really liked the question and answer format of her presentation. It felt more dynamic than presenters who read the slides." J.D. (Apr. 2022)
"The course is easy to understand given the number of pictures, diagrams, and descriptions." H.M. (Apr. 2022)
"The entire course is relevant for assessment and treatment. Clear presentation of information, pictures, and video examples." D.H. (Apr. 2022)
"The way it was presented was good – from background information to therapy techniques." K.E. (Mar. 2022)
"I found the detailed description of various tongue-ties and related disorders to be especially enlightening. I also appreciated the explicit descriptions and examples of positioning and production." S.S. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the videos and visuals; without these it would have been hard to understand the content. Also, the specificity with some of the treatment measures." M.B. (Feb. 2022)
"Quality content and good use of example videos." V.J. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the review of therapy orders for any child who may have concomitant issues or issues not primarily based on strictly speech sound errors, (i.e., not just /s/ errors)." J.M. (Feb. 2022)
“The presenter is knowledgeable, engaging, and clearly enjoys her work. The techniques were clearly explained.” V.P. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked treat the barriers first. Informative, video and picture examples, practical applications." C.M. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the review of normal and disordered structures, assessment tools, treatment videos. Also the ability to stop and start, review." M.D. (Jan. 2022)
"Material was presented in a clear and organized manner." A.M. (Dec. 2021)
"Good use of visuals and handouts. Great information." R.H. (Dec. 2021)
"It was all extremely relevant to my work in early intervention and now I am very excited to learn more about orofacial myology. I liked the speaker. She conveyed the information in an organized and fun manner while also displaying her years of clinical expertise." S.M. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the practical exercises to achieve correct rest posture for the tongue." M.D. (Oct. 2021)
"The assessments and the placement drills were beneficial. I will be doing this prior to treatment of sounds from here forward. I liked the thoroughness of the programs." M.V. (Oct. 2021)
"It was good that she gives you a treatment program to begin with patients/ students. She is also very precise about each exercise, so that you know if you are doing it correctly. I was very impressed by how much information she put in 2.5 hrs and how well organized it was- this makes it easier to digest. And I'm so grateful that I can go back and review the info because most of it was new for me. I definitely did not get it all the first time. I've gone back to listen to sections of it already to help learn better her specific exercises. Thank you!" J.R. (Aug. 2021)
"I have been seeing a lot of students whom I suspect of having orofacial myology dysfunction to some extent. This course gave me things to look for during my oral examinations to determine whether or not this may be impacting a child's articulation. I appreciated being able to do the course on my own schedule." D.M. (Aug. 2021)
"The correlation of resting tongue position to speech production. If you address the cause of the problem you truly address the needs of the child." C.M. (Aug. 2021)
"The whole course was excellent and will be utilized for the basis for articulation therapy. I liked the sequence of information, the pace, the videos; especially the proficiency exam." K.H. (Jul. 2021)
"Sandra's definition of Orofacial Myology is the clearest in my mind on explaining what it is about." K.R. (Jun. 2021)
"I learned about the importance of resting tongue position. The pictures and videos to support what was taught." K.L. (May 2021)
“The presenter was very knowledgeable, and the information was practical and interesting.” T.M. (Mar. 2021)
“Because of this course, I feel ready to start making changes to the way I have done assessments and therapy for years. Presenter repeated what was important, and emphasized what we needed to know so that it was easy to learn. Best course I have ever taken!! I cannot wait for more!” J.R. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Diane German, PhD
Course presenter, Diane German, PhD, is a pioneer clinical researcher and clinical practitioner on the subject of Word Retrieval. This course will aid participants in developing a proven intervention program that addresses word retrieval and vocabulary deficits. Participants will learn differential diagnosis of WFD in order to better target treatment plans based on the specific error pattern.... more+
"Strategies that were specific to the type of word-finding errors were helpful. Lots of examples." L.W. (Aug. 2024)
"Different stages of retrieval disruptions was beneficial to discuss. Explicit instruction, examples." P.F. (Aug. 2024)
"Retrieval strategies for the three types of word-finding errors were helpful. I liked the videos and examples of how to do strategies." M.G. (Aug. 2024)
"I appreciated the breakdown of error-type symptoms and strategies. The course was thorough." P.H. (Jul. 2024)
"I appreciate the time spent explaining the theoretical basis for different types of word-finding errors. This, in turn, directs the appropriate intervention. Easy to access, handouts were informative." R.S. (Jul. 2024)
"The in-depth discussion on the 4 stages of word-finding access was beneficial. I liked the content to be included on annual goals and benchmarks." B.R. (Jun. 2024)
"Determining types of retrieval errors was helpful. I liked the strategies to treat specific word retrieval difficulties." C.M. (Jun. 2024)
"Looking at the errors for differential diagnosis was beneficial." D.H. (May 2024)
"All aspects from differential diagnosis, characteristics of three error patterns, and retrieval strategies were beneficial. Dr. German presented the information clearly and with enough repetition to promote understanding of the content." C.C. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing how to integrate into the classroom was beneficial- another lens on how to differentiate. I liked being able to pause the course." C.T. (Apr. 2024)
"Appreciated the explicit recommendations for different types of word-finding challenges. Well structured and easy to follow along." J.F. (Mar. 2024)
"Treatments for type 2 and 3 error patterns. I liked the handouts and examples." M.M. (Mar. 2024)
"I enjoyed the intervention strategy worksheet." M.L. (Mar. 2024)
"The TWF-3 model was beneficial to discuss. I liked that the course was self-paced." L.S. (Feb. 2024)
"Defining the intervention to the specific type of word-finding was beneficial. I enjoyed the detailed information for each intervention." C.C. (Feb. 2024)
"Word retrieval compensations matched to specific word retrieval error patterns. Comprehensive course." S.D. (Jan. 2024)
"Learning which word-finding strategies to use for the different types of error patterns was beneficial. I liked that the course focused on the 'hows' of treatment and not just assessment!!" Z.W. (Jan. 2024)
"Differential diagnosis information was beneficial. I liked the treatment ideas." K.L. (Dec. 2023)
"The specific intervention strategies and goal writing/tracking were helpful. I liked the flow of information and being able to utilize strategies right away in my practice." C.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Differential diagnosis was beneficial. Stages of word retrieval and detail on errors." P.M. (Nov. 2023)
"The strategies to facilitate word retrieval were the most helpful. Strategies were explained in great detail for clients of varying ages." M.P. (Nov. 2023)
"Understanding the different areas of disruption during the stages of word finding. Specific strategies to treat various types of errors. I liked the specific strategies by error type." E.A. (Nov. 2023)
"Solid intervention techniques. I liked the treatment strategies for different error types." J.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning about the four stages of word-finding and the types of error patterns was beneficial. The speaker was easy to follow and listen to." C.O. (Sep. 2023)
"I really appreciated the in-depth look at therapy strategies to offer to students with WF difficulties." S.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the word-finding strategies, the unit assignments, and case studies." D.V. (Jul. 2023)
"I felt that all the topics and information discussed were beneficial to my daily practice. Retrieval strategy instructions, teaching self-advocacy, and implementing differentiated instruction need to be included in word-finding intervention goals and therapy. This course provided me with beneficial information to help my learners with their WF instruction. I liked the pace of the instructor and the videos." J.L. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the differential diagnosis of clients with word-finding difficulties and strategies to implement." L.T. (Jun. 2023)
"Identifying and understanding the lexical stages, identifying and defining the word-finding error pattern, and understanding how to identify the student's word-finding error pattern in order to determine the appropriate retrieval strategy instruction to facilitate retrieval. Dr. German was comprehensive and explicit in her instruction. The powerpoint slides and handouts enhanced her instruction and helped with integrating the information." D.A. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the strategies for intervention. Good videos and examples." P.S. (Jun. 2023)
"Intervention suggestions based on the type of word-finding error were beneficial. I liked that this information can be used right away to help my students." M.J. (May 2023)
"I liked the word retrieval strategies. I can apply this immediately in practice." D.B. (May 2023)
"The case study assignments were beneficial." A.M. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked all of it. This course was easy to follow, good examples." C.J. (Apr. 2023)
"Differentiating the three types of word-finding difficulties and the strategies that help each one was beneficial." M.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Strategies for each error pattern. I liked that course went through strategies, when best to use each one, and what resources you can use to help find the right one for your student." O.I. (Mar. 2023)
"Discussion of error patterns and strategies for each pattern was helpful. I liked the Word Finding model." M.L. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the direct intervention activities. Understanding the different forms of word finding errors was beneficial." E.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Explained which strategies to use for each type of retrieval error. Good time efficiency." L.G. (Feb. 2023)
"Practical applications and IEP examples. I liked the graphic organizers for use in intervention." S.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Good application to daily practice. Categorizing error patterns for use in intervention was beneficial." M.T. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the goal writing." K.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Great strategies to help word finding issues at all different stages. I liked the strategies plus learning about the different ERROR patterns." S.H. (Nov. 2022)
"This course encompassed everything I needed in order to assess and treat word-finding difficulties - goals, interventions, vocabulary selection." N.A. (Nov. 2022)
"The list of strategies for each type of word-finding error was extremely beneficial, as were the annual goals and benchmarks. I liked the videos and the explanations of the strategies used with each word finding error." L.S. (Oct. 2022)
"Organized well with strategies that I can use with my students." J.M. (Oct. 2022)
"It is helpful to understand the 4 stages involved in accessing a word, the 3 error patterns that occur with word finding difficulties, and which retrieval strategies are appropriate to use depending on where the error is occurring." A.C. (Sept. 2022)
"Opportunities were given to apply the information to myself. I was then able to determine what my own word finding error patterns were and which retrieval strategies would be most helpful for reducing my word finding difficulties." A.C. (Sept. 2022)
"The goals, benchmarks and slides were good." S.K. (Sept. 2022)
"EXCELLENT graphic examples of the strategies provided!" J.P. (Aug. 2022)
"The visuals were beneficial." H.W. (Aug. 2022)
"The author is cohesive and clearly explained the subject. Liked the explanation of the Lexical Model of word-finding because it provides a theoretical understanding of this process." E.M. (June 2022)
"I liked the specific intervention strategies that were covered, and the various charts provided, a couple of which can be used in therapy." L.M. (June 2022)
"Good word-finding strategies and I liked the case studies." M.P. (May 2022)
"The charts that compared the three areas of difficulty - that was helpful." D.C. (Mar. 2022)
"Using the specific errors to then determine the most effective treatment approach – good use of examples and videos." J.M. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the retrieval strategies and theoretical distinction between error types. Practical and unique content that is different from other WF courses I've attended." C.G. (Jan. 2022)
"Fascinating theory presented in an understandable schematic!! Once I had this down, I could have "joint attention" to what strategies would be effective for specific word retrieval errors. Brilliant work. I'll be using this a lot in my private practice! Videos/audio files were very helpful to illustrate! However, for me specifically, I really love the theoretical diagram (also helpful that it is located in my TWF-3 and TAWF-2 manuals!). I love having the slides/visual referents and read through them before listening, and this really helped my comprehension." S.M. (Dec. 2021)
"The information on how to break it down into differential diagnosis was valuable." L.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the application during therapy based on the specific word finding difficulty. And the research about word finding difficulties prior to application in therapy." L.V. (Dec. 2021)
"How to write goals and how to target intervention for each of the three error patterns will be beneficial." A.S. (Nov. 2021)
"Differential diagnosis, which strategies to use with which type of errors, and goal setting. Very well paced, thorough, good handouts, very fine delivery of material." S.B. (Nov. 2021)
“This was a very thorough course. Plus, it walks you through each step several times. The examples were extremely helpful.” L.R. (Nov. 2021)
"It is helpful to look at where the breakdown in the word finding difficulties occurs." D.G. (Nov. 2021)
"The retrieval strategies for developing word finding skills. Specifically, the mnemonic strategies were beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the video presentations that went along with the descriptions of word finding strategies." T.A. (Oct. 2021)
"Relevant content and treatment strategies." D.W. (Aug. 2021)
"Very nice balance of theory and applicable techniques." K.H. (Aug. 2021)
"Differential diagnosis to provide appropriate strategies rather than a one size fits all word retrieval strategy set will be beneficial for my daily practice. I enjoyed the case examples and videos." J.C. (Jul. 2021)
"It was helpful learning to better identify and differentiate error patterns based on stages of word-finding. Intervention strategies were applicable in areas that include both areas of receptive and expressive language." A.W. (Jun. 2021)
"Loved it all! I am impressed with the knowledge and how to apply interventions based on the three word finding error patterns. My interventions were more generic in the past and now I know exactly how to provide a differential diagnosis and treat word finding difficulties based on identifying the specific error pattern!" J.S. (Jun. 2021)
"I appreciated the mnemonic strategies and visual aids; I liked the visuals showing the strategies." D.C. (May 2021)
"I liked how practical it was. You linked the theory nicely with the application to clinical work. Constantly referring back to the stages and areas of breakdown was very useful also as it helped me remember each aspect involved." M.L. (Apr. 2021)
“What I found helpful is categorizing different WF errors to target therapy. There are many students on my caseload-and many EL students who have difficulty with WF; however, knowing the root cause will be helpful for targeting strategies and writing goals. Very helpful information!” E.M (Apr. 2021)
“This was the information I was searching for - evidenced-based practice for treating word-finding deficits.” M.W. (Feb. 2021)
“I liked that specific strategies and concrete examples were provided. Exploring the theoretical model enhanced my understanding of the different types of word retrieval errors and where the break down occurs.” J.C. (Jan. 2021)
"The presenter did an excellent job of presenting the information in a systematic manner making it easy to build knowledge and depth of understanding as the course progressed. I especially appreciated going over the differential diagnosis of word finding errors, and strategic intervention for each error pattern will be highly useful with my case load." J.R. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Jennifer L. Schultz, MA, CCC-SLP
Learn a framework for developing communication goals based on the CCSS using children's literature as the context for intervention. Specific Phonemic Awareness, Listening and Speaking, and Language domain standards will be reviewed. Each standard/IEP goal will be linked to specific picture books that can be used to address the target communication skill during shared reading activities. Course focus is students in K - 5th grade.... more+
"I appreciate all of the book suggestions. Practical information I can use right away." D.H. (May. 2024)
"I found all the course content to be beneficial. I liked the book examples for each topic." A.D. (Nov. 2023)
"Grade level norms for common core communication skills were beneficial. I liked the examples with books and the variety of books." A.C. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the multiple examples and resources, including IEP goals and structure for sessions." K.S. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the handout, which discussed the various books the presenter recommended for different CCSS goals. I will enjoy ordering the books that can be read for different language goals." H.O. (Jun. 2023)
"Resources provided for therapy were excellent." F.T. (Apr. 2023)
"I loved how the speaker recommended books and specific IEP goals and common core standards that can be addressed using the books." A.M. (Jan. 2023)
"Very useful, practical ideas that can be used right away. I liked that the presenter provided specific books with the target skills." A.G. (Dec. 2022)
"It was wonderful to be able to relate a common core standard with an IEP goal and then use literature to achieve both the standard and the goal." S.D. (Nov. 2022)
"Absolutely loved all the examples of books that can be used within therapy sessions to attain a student's goal." S.D. (Nov. 2022)
"Very organized course. I will be able to use the books presented in my therapy. I liked learning how to apply books within therapy to meet goals." D.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Examples on how to write language/speech objectives using the common core standards - making them more individualized to the student's needs were helpful. Liked examples of how to use a book to teach concepts." D.G. (Sept. 2022)
"I loved the examples of children's literature for addressing common core." J.S. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the suggestions for therapy goals related to common core. Relating book suggestions to specific learning outcomes was beneficial." C.L. (Aug. 2022)
"All of the topics discussed across language domains and grades are highly pertinent as a speech language provider working with grades k-12! I liked level of depth, detail, concrete examples, and strategies using literature." C.S. (Jun. 2022)
"I was particularly interested in the discussion of prefixes / suffixes as well as understanding and formation of complex sentences." J.D. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the variety of high interest books and the breakdown of speech and language targets for each one!" J.D. (Jun. 2022)
"Great book recommendations!" K.G. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the suggested book and author lists. Very helpful how the presenter grouped the grades together when discussing target skills and corresponding resources." A.P. (Apr. 2022)
"So many examples of books to use for specific standards and goals! I liked the breakdown of common core standards by grade level." J.M. (Jan. 2022)
"Extremely thorough and useful/practical. Learning how to specifically address a standard through a children's book." S.G. (Jan. 2022)
"There was so much in this course that I listened to it twice! She really gives relevant information for helping grade school students while addressing Common Core State Standards. The presenter kept it fun and interesting." C.R. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the list of books emphasizing specific areas (parts of speech, etc.) The presentation of the information was easy to follow." M.L. (Dec. 2021)
"She covered so much! I love using literature to teach language concepts and skills. I liked the examples and resources." N.B. (Oct. 2021)
"I loved seeing specifically how to look at a common core standard, write a goal to address the standard, and then use a book to attain the goal. Examples of how to use books directly in therapy will be useful in my practice." B.H. (Sept. 2021)
"I like the way the presenter lays out her discussion and then provides a large array of book titles to support her topics." T.A. (Sept. 2021)
"Going over the books to support specific language goals was most beneficial." M.E. (Jul. 2021)
"Linking books to several goals was very helpful. I liked the specific recommendations of therapy materials and activities to address language goals." C.H. (Jul. 2021)
"Love all the examples of books and target skills in therapy sessions. Great ideas on how to use books with all language students in therapy sessions." M.H. (May 2021)
"I appreciated the specific titles of books and how they help." J.R. (May 2021)
"I enjoyed the number of different ways to use each book or meet a number of different students' needs while connecting to the common core. I liked the variety of book examples." S.P. (Jan. 2021)
"I loved how the presenter provided sample IEP goals along with the book she used to address that goal. This presenter is phenomenal. This is the second course I have taken with her. She provides practical therapy techniques. For this course, she provided over 50 books I could use in my practice!" J.G. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Martha S. Burns, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course reviews and updates clinical research on speech sound disorders, language and reading disorders, and cognitive disorders in children. Each section of the course concludes with a practical summary of the newest evidence-based assessment and intervention approaches. Also includes ‘hot topics’ for clinicians in school and clinical settings.... more+
"The topic of autism disorders was helpful." J.K. (May. 2024)
"It was helpful discussing the history of the field." R.J. (Mar. 2024)
"This was a great summary of the current research related to autism and neurology." S.C. (Feb. 2024)
"I really appreciated the resources provided at the end of the presentation." J.D. (Nov. 2023)
"This course is packed full of information. The discussion about the neuro-developmental and genetic aspects of speech and language disorders and the role language plays in dyslexia and reading were beneficial." L.M. (Oct. 2023)
"Very thorough course." K.S. (Oct. 2023)
"All topics were beneficial. ASDs seen as a complex polygenetic neurodevelopmental disorder." C.C. (Sep. 2023)
"Great info on Autism!" T.W. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the part talking about resiliency in children. And the history of the professions." H.B. (Jun. 2023)
"The entire concept of SLPs changing the brains of young ones was beneficial. I liked how easy this course was to listen to." T.W. (May 2023)
"This course was interesting. The discussion of standardized tests was beneficial." E.M. (May 2023)
"I enjoyed the section about intellectual disabilities and autism. Course covered a lot of history behind different areas. It tied into some people I learned about in my psychology class." M.Y. (May 2023)
"All of the topics in this presentation were beneficial to my daily practice. I liked that this course provided a lot of information about speech sound disorders." T.P. (May 2023)
"Articulation of R was beneficial. I liked hearing about what has changed and what is happening now." M.M. (May 2023)
"Reviewing history information was beneficial. I liked the ease of learning." D.G. (May 2023)
"I loved how this course showed the changes in the way that Speech-Language disorders are viewed throughout the years." S.W. (May 2023)
"I enjoyed understanding the background on Autism and its movement from an externally-caused disorder to a heterogeneous-caused disorder involving both external/environmental factors to genetically-based factors. I liked the historical perspective of change in views of speech disabilities tied into different approaches, i.e. moving away from the singleton Van Riper approach towards moving to the pattern-based, cycles approach hailed by Hodson." M.D. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked that this course delved into the history of developmental disabilities and it gave perspective on language impairment and provided increased understanding of dyslexia as a language-based disorder. It was most beneficial to understand dyslexia from a multisensory angle and the importance of building oral language skills, morphology and executive function as combative resilience factors." M.D. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of Autism and information on tests." D.B. (Jan. 2023)
"The many approaches addressed throughout the presentation were beneficial." A.N. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the information regarding dyslexia and the overview of updated research." J.P. (Nov. 2022)
"I felt the discussion on ASD and background information was helpful. I enjoyed the history that was reviewed during this course." S.B. (Nov. 2022)
"I did find it interesting to learn how these impairments have been thought of over time. I enjoyed learning about the history of speech-language studies and thoughts from the 1920s to the present day, and how it has evolved during that time." A.L. (Oct. 2022)
"Research is presented to back up the information provided. I liked the information on standardized assessments to support the gathering of information for students with autism, dyslexia, or phonological processing needs." L.C. (Aug. 2022)
"The review of the history of our field and autism was very helpful! I have never heard a presentation like this before. I love listening to Marty Burns. I chose this course because she was the speaker." C.P. (Aug. 2022)
"I found the brain research fascinating. Connecting predisposing and precipitating factors in dyslexia and autism." A.P. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the information on ASD. I enjoyed the information on the history of the profession." A.M. (Aug. 2022)
"The historical perspective was great." L.N. (Aug. 2022)
"The history of dyslexia and the evidence that it can also be related to auditory processing disorders was interesting. Liked the historical perspective of speech and language disorders." M.M. (Jul. 2022)
"Learning history of autism. I liked the historical information about speech and language." R.H. (Jul. 2022)
"Good course. I liked the discussions of dyslexia and autism." C.R. (Jul. 2022)
"Loved the historical perspective and how it influences what we know today." L.D. (Jun. 2022)
"Martha Burns is incredibly knowledgeable and provides cutting edge research in understandable terms." A.K. (Jun. 2022)
"Each topic was beneficial for daily practice." D.B. (Jun. 2022)
"Very informative and interesting refresher on the history of our practice and disorders we treat." L.F. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the perspective presented. Good level of complexity." J.H. (Jun. 2022)
"Interesting learning how our field has changed and grown." L.W. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked learning background details regarding therapy approaches and how they have evolved throughout time." C.M. (May 2022)
"The information was thoroughly researched and fascinating. The new tests and historical perspective to emphasize need for individually selected treatments cross disorders." E.T. (May 2022)
"Detailed research explanations re: autism to help better inform parents." J.L. (May 2022)
"The information on dyslexia was helpful. In general, the course was a good summary of the history of speech-language pathology." C.C. (Apr. 2022)
"I appreciated hearing the specifics of the history of language/articulation, dyslexia and ASD. Very interesting!! I will use this background information to support the fact that SLPs have the expertise to diagnose and treat reading difficulties." B.S. (Apr. 2022)
"I will use Dr. Burns suggestions for diagnosis and therapy on all topics she covered. I also found the information about genetic predispositions for various language-based difficulties fascinating and the details about end-phenotypes for genetic effects on reading and language, too." B.S. (Apr. 2022)
"Speaker walked us through neuroscience research in a easy to understand way. I liked the report of best assessment options." A.B. (Mar. 2022)
"It helped knowing some of the science behind why my students are exhibiting the difficulties they are and how to treat the underlying difficulties first in order to help improve their skills globally. I liked the thorough explanations and use of intervention and assessment strategies as examples." C.S. (Mar. 2022)
"The assessments and treatment practices to incorporate into therapy were beneficial." K.K. (Mar. 2022)
"I found the discussion regarding testing for children with ASD to be informative. I appreciated how technical the discussions regarding dyslexia and ASD were." J.W. (Dec. 2021)
"Review of past researchers to current research to understand how we got to today's approaches towards intellectual disabilities and how they originated will be helpful in my daily practice. The course was presented at a good pace and use of examples and charts." C.F. (Aug. 2021)
"It was a great refresher on the history of each disorder." S.C. (Jul. 2021)
"I have a better understanding of ASDs. The education covering multiple disorders and the histories behind them was good." K.G. (Jul. 2021)
“I achieved a greater understanding of childhood apraxia. The history of dyslexia was interesting and gave me a deeper understanding of the evolution of the therapies we now employ. The review of tests available was also helpful.” E.C. (Jan. 2021)
Presenters: Peggy Agee, SLPD, CCC-SLP & Lissa Power-deFur, PhD, CCC-SLP
School-based SLPs are increasingly being expected to relate their intervention with their state’s education standards. This course presents a method for analysis of standards to plan for interventions with a focus on those standards that will be challenging for children with autism. Includes case studies of elementary age students with different communication challenges.... more+
"The case studies were helpful. This course was relevant to students who have academic programming at my setting and some examples that will be helpful to therapists here at my setting." R.H. (Jun. 2024)
"IEP goal development was beneficial. I liked the connection between theory and practice." N.F. (May. 2023)
"The developmental Learning Maps were great! I also liked the student examples." J.S. (Sept. 2022)
"It was beneficial learning the specific diagnostic criteria of ASD diagnosis and learning SLANT to increase active listening, and the 5 steps of standards analysis." C.M. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the information as it related to children with autism and relevance of state standards." J.R. (Jan. 2022)
"Course was very organized. I liked the 5 steps of standards analysis and intervention design." A.S. (Oct. 2021)
“I liked the process of developing treatment plans that fit into the CCSS." S.G. (Aug. 2021)
“I found the case study information and layout of the steps of common core and developing goals based on strengths and challenges to be helpful." K.B. (Jul. 2021)
"I liked the process of developing a plan for two very different students with ASD using the CCSS." H.W. (Jul. 2021)
"The case studies were very helpful. The course was very informative and easy to complete." A.H. (May 2021)
"I liked the two case studies that highlighted children with very different needs. Going over the standards analysis and intervention design provided a step by step approach to bridging the gap between present levels of performance/IEP goals and academic standards." J.D. (Apr. 2021)
"Easy to follow format, concise info and case study applications." K.C. (Mar. 2021)
"The 5-step Standards analysis was interesting." L.C. (Mar. 2021)
"I appreciated going over aligning the common core standards to what goals." R.B. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Mirla G. Raz, MEd, SLP
This presentation is a follow up to course, #e126. Learn step-by-step instructions for the treatment of stuttering in the preschool population. Includes integrating the participation of the parent(s) into the therapeutic process as well as specific instructions for at home carryover.... more+
"All of the information was helpful, and the specific procedures within each session were the most helpful. I liked the videos and specific examples and procedures were broken down into each phase." K.C. (Aug. 2024)
"The presenter provided therapy examples that will be beneficial to use in treatment sessions. The presenter was knowledgeable about the topic." M.H. (Aug. 2024)
"It was beneficial to incorporate the puppet into therapy. I liked that I could go at my own pace." L.G. (Jun. 2024)
"The various choices used to elicit conversation from the child were beneficial. Many times, they are reluctant to speak because of their disfluencies. I liked the discussion on parental involvement and its value to a successful outcome." B.R. (Jun. 2024)
"Practical information and different scenarios for responses. Very clear steps for therapy." D.M. (Jun. 2024)
"I appreciated the clear indication of the goals of each of the therapy sessions and the carefully controlled progression to the next step. This therapy approach is straightforward and clear. It helps the parent as well as the therapist help the child. I think it also could be useful for preschool teachers and daycare providers, as long as it is under the guidance of a trained therapist." D.D. (May. 2024)
"Treatment options were helpful. I liked the idea of introducing a puppet to discuss their feelings and how to handle them." A.P. (May. 2024)
"This course helped to hear the specifics of the therapy program, including what each session looks like in depth. I liked that the assessment and treatment processes for the program were explained methodically and in great detail." J.M. (Apr. 2024)
"I enjoyed the clear, concise framework for working with preschool disfluency disorders." B.G. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the idea of incorporating a puppet into therapy. The course was practical." A.G. (Nov. 2023)
"The therapy portion with specific and detailed instructions was beneficial. I liked the level of detail in the program of therapy." J.C. (Nov. 2023)
"The structured approach was helpful. I liked the carryover techniques." M.P. (Nov. 2023)
"Well paced, practical course. Terminology of “bouncing” and specific steps for content/stages of treatment were beneficial." K.H. (Nov. 2023)
"Detailed descriptions of therapy sessions. Practical exercises for therapy." A.L. (Sep. 2023)
"Easy to follow and listen to. I liked use of the puppet during therapy sessions." A.V. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the breakdown of each therapy session in this program. And how comprehensive the course was and communicated in a short period of time." H.W. (Aug. 2023)
"The repetition and use of a puppet was beneficial. I liked the use of games/toys." T.D. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the structured therapy schedule and lesson plans. The assessment techniques and gathering parent information were beneficial topics." D.P. (May 2023)
"This course was easy to watch and quick to learn new info. I liked the specific layout of each session breakdown." C.R. (May 2023)
"I liked the assessment portion. This course detailed a specific approach with concrete steps for younger children who stutter." C.V. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the outline and the step-by-step of the therapy sessions for the entire program. I also liked how the presenter outlines the different types of toys that can be utilized in the sessions." S.F. (Dec. 2022)
"Good recommendations to structure therapy sessions. I liked the clarity and ease of access." K.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I like the Raz Preschool Stuttering program especially with the use of the puppet. It makes the program more child friendly and a bit more easy to manage." S.F. (Dec. 2022)
"The entire course was beneficial. The detailed therapy session techniques are so practical and child friendly. I liked the videos of her explaining in detail how to do the treatment session." F.F. (Nov. 2022)
"Very organized. I liked the specific step by step process." A.D. (Nov. 2022)
"Course was easy to understand and therefore implement. Learning how to empower the patient by showing them that they are in control of their ability to speak fluently." A.C. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the targeted therapy goals. I will use these new strategies in therapy sessions to help students recognize disfluent speech patterns in a systematic way. Course had specific and detailed instructions about how to begin stuttering therapy by building a rapport with the child." A.M. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the ease of the content, not made complicated, and the therapy sessions were laid out well." M.G. (Sept. 2022)
"Love the organized timeline of therapy. This course was efficient with great information." A.D. (Sept. 2022)
"Use of materials in therapy was beneficial. I liked the sequence of content." V.V. (Sept. 2022)
"Information that I can use. I liked the specific strategies." A.C. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked the provided lessons - how to handle each lesson, materials, and how to navigate." J.M. (Jul. 2022)
"It covered both comprehensive assessment and management. I liked the video demonstrations of the program for easier implementation from theory to practice." A.S. (Jun. 2022)
"Learning what info I need to report to parents, and the assessment info that should be collected." S.W. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the specific weekly plan, and the videos." K.M. (Mar. 2022)
"The use of puppets is a good idea I could implement now; the 14-session model may be helpful in the future. The session-by-session plan will make this easy to reference and implement." M.F. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the breakdown of the stuttering program by session. The handouts were helpful." B.H. (Jan 2022)
"I liked the explanation of how to administer fluency assessments, and the introduction of the puppet as a way to monitor disfluencies." S.H. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the explicit examples of how the therapy program should actually look with the child! (rather than just a brief overview). I liked the emphasis on the client's control over one's own speech, the use of the puppet, the outlined schedule of what therapy should look like, and how to tweak it if the child is not progressing." K.S. (Dec. 2021)
"Well organized. Interesting. Practical." G.S. (Nov. 2021)
"Assessment of the child's speech and how to utilize the toys and puppets to elicit fluent speech was helpful." C.D. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked that this course provided a specific program to follow." A.M. (Oct. 2021)
"The stuttering program is well-outlined with helpful modeling throughout the various sessions." A.M. (Sept. 2021)
"It was info that can be used immediately. Good tx info." A.H. (Sept. 2021)
"The specific therapy technique was of most interest to me. It gave me a concrete framework for treating preschool-age stuttering." J.L. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked having the structure of the program laid out with specific goals/dialogue. I now have a tool I can use immediately." S.D. (May 2021)
"I liked going over how to talk to and include the parents in the treatment plan. The treatment for preschoolers who stutter was most beneficial. The course was great." J.C. (May 2021)
"I appreciated the outline of therapy sessions and progression of therapy. This is my most difficult part of doing stuttering therapy – knowing what to do next. I liked all the great examples." K.W. (Mar. 2021)
"I liked the session by session process breakdown and script; not that I will follow exactly, but it is good to see a clear framework to which I can add my own ideas." J.S. (Jan. 2021)
"I appreciated the breakdown of the therapy plan and ideas of activities and toys to incorporate into tx. sessions. I also enjoyed the explicit teaching of the tx. program." L.E. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Claudia Doan, MS, CCC-SLP
This fun, interactive, and evidence-based course is designed to help school-age children internalize lessons taught in speech therapy and generalize them to real-life communication situations. Presented in detail will be highly engaging and easy-to-implement experiential, speech-language therapy lessons.... more+
"Enjoyed multiple examples of activities. This course was well-presented and organized. I was motivated, it was meaningful, and memorable. I will use the information immediately." G.S. (Jul. 2024)
"Lots of ideas that I can use to generalize. Unique ideas such as drama, working in special classes." C.S. (Jun. 2024)
"I enjoyed all of the therapy examples." R.G. (Mar. 2024)
"Suggestions for families seeking to engage in playful learning will be helpful. Presenter provided many intervention strategies that were examples of experiential learning activities." H.R. (Dec. 2023)
"This course was very informative and relevant. The examples given in the presentation were beneficial." S.F. (Oct. 2023)
"Strategies and suggestions to help generalization of different speech/language skills." L.U. (Sep. 2023)
"Useful examples that can be used immediately. Simple and realistic suggestions (no special program to buy, can use everyday items). Examples and detailed explanations were client-centered vs SLP-centered." D.G. (Jul. 2023)
"Multiple examples and ideas of experiential learning strategies. Examples of how to implement different innovative interventions were beneficial." A.S. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked all the real-life examples provided." A.B. (Jun. 2023)
"Ideas for generalization activities were helpful. Examples were good." M.C. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the articulation examples of creating activities that are in the student's daily lives. The speaker was so organized and presented in a smooth and thoughtful way. This was a very enjoyable course." K.J. (Jan. 2023)
"This was a very informative course. It is something you can immediately use the next day for your therapy sessions. No need to buy expensive things/programs." C.R. (Jan 2023)
"Ways to target multiple speech goals into one therapy session without a ton of preparation." C.R. (Jan. 2023)
"This course had plenty of examples and detailed information on how to do the activities with students. Also, learning how each activity can be used for multiple articulation and language goals was helpful." D.R. (Dec. 2022)
"The whole presentation gave great ideas! I like the ideas for therapy and how to better promote generalization." K.D. (Nov. 2022)
"All of the examples of how therapists can engage learners through child-centered activities were both helpful and amazing. The theory behind child-centered learning was very helpful in allowing me to understand how I can still accomplish goals through more engaging activities." D.B. (Oct. 2022)
"Reinforced what I have always believed, that experiential learning is best for children to learn. It was a good presentation." J.D. (Oct. 2022)
"There are many, many tx ideas provided." R.L. (Sept. 2022)
"I really enjoyed this course! There were so many great examples provided to help with the generalization phase of therapy. I loved how structured each task was. I sometimes find it difficult to incorporate structured activities at the generalization level. I loved how it was organized. There were specific ways to incorporate material learned from this course in all areas of education." M.B. (July 2022)
"I thought the activities and examples provided for specials was really innovative. This will greatly help with creating a schedule each year." M.B. (July 2022)
"Concrete examples of ways to incorporate generalization of skills beyond the therapy room." J.T. (June 2022)
"I liked the multitude of examples of how to use activities creatively to offer experiential learning opportunities for students." J.T. (June 2022)
"Some new ideas, different approaches to delivering service. I liked the interviews, drama club, debates, skype, virtual field trips, and other ideas for experiential learning." C.A. (June 2022)
"I really liked the variety of ideas geared toward having a student focus on play while also listening for generalization. I loved the variety of students this can cover and the amount of play-based ideas she came up with and gave us." A.D. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the variety of ideas - examples given - well explained." A.B. (Mar. 2022)
"Liked the ideas for making therapy meaningful, motivating, and memorable through experiential learning. All of the examples and ideas provided were great!" H.Z. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the use of drill based activities that are fun and motivational – LOVED all the examples of using different activities." J.U. (Mar. 2022)
"This presenter was very knowledgeable and presented the information in a format that could be understood. The multitude of examples of not only how experiential play is more effective but also how drill-like therapy is not memorable or as effective. " A.S. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked all of the examples and ideas provided." H.Z. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the real-life and functional examples of therapy." J.C. (Jan. 2022)
"Clear examples provided in presentation & in handout for later reference." M.D. (Jan. 2022)
"All of the practical therapy ideas/examples were great! Love the idea of improving generalization. Definitely an issue that needs more discussion/ideas." A.Y. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the ideas presented that I could immediately use in therapy." A.D. (Dec. 2021)
"All of the information was very helpful for school based therapy." J.C. (Sept. 2021)
"I loved all the examples of activities that can easily be carried out in multiple settings." R.T. (Sept. 2021)
"As a school-based SLP doing teletherapy, I will be able to implement some of the suggestions effectively. I found the information about experiential learning very compelling." J.C. (Sept. 2021)
"The specific topic of discussion that was most beneficial to me was moving away from drill-play to activities that are child-led." J.L. (Jul. 2021)
"The instructor spoke at a clear pace, gave useful examples." R.E. (May 2021)
"Course provided a variety of activities to use with students, that can be easily carried out in the school setting." K.R. (May 2021)
"It was wonderful to be reminded of the importance of making experiences in therapy relevant and memorable. I found this course outlined an inspiring framework for therapy and offered many suggestions relevant to school based practice." P.M. (Apr. 2021)
"The course was well-organized and research-based, and provided many ideas for child-centered therapy activities. The presenter's voice was well-modulated and calm, making it easy to listen to for three hours!" J.B. (Mar. 2021)
“I liked that there were suggestions on actual therapy activities.” B.S. (Feb. 2021)
"The topic of experiential learning and reflection of what one is doing was so helpful and will be beneficial on a daily basis. Students are more likely to create and store memories when therapy is motivating and engaging." A.G. (Feb. 2021)
“I liked the distinction between experiential learning vs. drill work. Many activities I considered to be experiential were proven to not be! This course has been so helpful and useful.” W.D, (Jan. 2021)
"I loved all of the ideas that I could start using tomorrow. Everything was explained in detail, and the instructor was easy to listen to. She provided excellent ideas and activities." H.H. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: J. Scott Yaruss, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-F, F-ASHA
This presentation details goals and procedures that speech-language pathologists can use to help school-age children, adolescents, and adults overcome the burden of stuttering. Treatment techniques are presented throughout the course to empower clinicians to feel more comfortable and confident in their abilities to help those who stutter. To aid speakers who stutter, this course presents specific strategies to:... more+
"Treatment activities were helpful. The information was relevant to professional goal." K.B. (Aug. 2024)
"The ABC framework of stuttering was beneficial. I liked the presenters inclusive explanations and treatment discussion." S.D. (Aug. 2024)
"Breaking it down to timing or tension was helpful. Speaker was very grounded in realities of stuttering therapy; good examples and real aspects of carryover. Many techniques create a speech pattern that is uncomfortable for the speaker and/or listener. He was understanding of this and addressed it." M.S. (Jul. 2024)
"All of the information was beneficial. I appreciate that it is a more comprehensive way of talking about stuttering and treatment for stuttering, addressing what I've long felt needs to be addressed in therapy. I liked the mentions of practical ways to target this." L.B. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the treatment options and seeing the client as a whole perspective." A.P. (May. 2024)
"I liked the practice exercises." S.B. (May. 2024)
"There were many treatment strategies discussed that I can use in my therapy session." S.P. (May. 2024)
"The winter coat/umbrella/sunscreen analogy and educating families to aid with their understanding and acceptance of stuttering as well as breaking down the definition of stuttering into the behavior and disorder. Using the WHO-ICF model to address the broader stuttering disorder as a whole within our scope as Speech-Language Pathologists." D.S. (Apr. 2024)
"Beneficial treatment strategies for stuttering. A broad range of coverage regarding treating the whole person." H.B. (Apr. 2024)
"Course gave practical, easy-to-use strategies to help me teach my clients. All of the therapy activities help address each aspect of stuttering and being able to use that over the lifespan of stuttering." A.H. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the explanations of treatment options and the different ways to approach them." E.H. (Apr. 2024)
"This course was very comprehensive. The discussion of specific activities was beneficial." B.K. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the convenience of this course." D.F. (Mar. 2024)
"Language Delay was a beneficial topic. The presenter provided many examples." J.A. (Feb. 2024)
"Information re: parent involvement and education - very helpful. Great format - easy to follow along - practical and easy to implement information." T.A. (Feb. 2024)
"I loved how the course discussed treating the entire disorder." M.W. (Feb. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss the importance of treating the entire disorder of stuttering and not just the behaviors. Outline of treatment was very useful." F.T. (Dec. 2023)
"Understanding differences in behavior and disorder and personal factors and reactions was beneficial. This course was presented very clearly and extremely practical ways to apply information." R.J. (Dec. 2023)
"This course was easy to follow along with and very thorough PPT." T.D. (Dec. 2023)
"It was beneficial to discuss ages and when to "treat." I liked the pacing, information, examples, and expertise." S.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Treatment strategies were helpful. I enjoyed the example activities." R.C. (Nov. 2023)
"Practical advice and activities for therapy. Using both fluency enhancing and stuttering modification strategies." H.M. (Nov. 2023)
"Clear communication from an expert presenter. I understood everything in a clear and simple manner. Learned ways to support the student with strategies without an emphasis on cure." C.G. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussed the importance of treating all aspects of stuttering, not just the behavior, but also the attitudes and emotions. All strategies come down to treating timing and tension. This course had a clear plan and was executed as it was planned. I enjoyed the explanation of therapy activities." A.C. (Oct. 2023)
"Discussing how to talk to parents about stuttering was beneficial." M.W. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the treatment ideas and sample goals." L.G. (Oct. 2023)
"Very clear and organized. I liked the ABC reactions." K.F. (Oct. 2023)
"This whole presentation is going to help me. I liked the way it was presented." A.B. (Oct. 2023)
"The simplification of various fluency enhancing strategies into the categories of timing and tension reduction was beneficial. I liked the consolidation of the most important aspects of stuttering treatment into a 2 hour presentation." A.B. (Sep. 2023)
"Learning which strategies might be used and why was beneficial. I liked that this course was practical, not theory-based." C.M. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the treatment strategies and treating the whole disorder." J.T. (Jul. 2023)
"This course was practical and relevant to my students. I liked talking about stuttering therapy as an approach to the whole person, not just the enhancing and modification strategies." L.S. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the presenter. And the different types of fluency therapy and helping the client generalize speech goals outside of therapy." L.S. (Jun. 2023)
"Learning the importance of not just teaching strategies to use in the moment of stuttering, but different ways to explore stuttering, which can lead to understanding and empowerment. This course was easy to listen to and follow." K.P. (May 2023)
"The treatment strategies were beneficial. I liked the easy to understand information." R.M. (May 2023)
"This course was organized in a helpful manner. Discussed the entire disorder and how to treat things outside of shaping techniques." N.G. (May 2023)
"Specific therapy techniques were beneficial. Normalizing stuttering." K.C. (May 2023)
"I particularly enjoyed all the activities that can be used with the client. The material presented was easy to follow and absorb. This course was organized well." D.K. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the discussion and suggestions in this course that looked at treating all aspects of stuttering, behavioral, and communication disorders as it affects a student's life. I appreciated the examples of therapy activities given." D.R. (Apr. 2023)
"I enjoyed the therapy ideas." M.W. (Feb. 2023)
"I really liked the part where he talked about "easy starts," where the client starts a phrase/sentence by easing into it, which helps with naturalness. I liked that ASHA's scope of practice and the WHO-ICF framework was referenced, as well as the research sources at the end." J.V. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning the difference between disorder and behavior. I liked how the information was presented concisely." L.E. (Feb. 2023)
"I appreciated the examples of treatment techniques that the speaker gave. I highly appreciated the examples of treatment strategies and steps to help me to know more exactly how to go about this." R.K. (Jan. 2023)
"It was really beneficial to refresh my memory about stuttering modification strategies. I feel more prepared to try out some of the stuttering modification techniques. I also really appreciated Dr. Yaruss' rate of speaking, his affect, and conversational style of presenting the material. This helped maintain my engagement." G.G. (Jan. 2023)
"Great outline of treatment approaches, especially beyond the fluency enhancing strategies." S.G. (Dec. 2022)
"Specific treatment ideas and activities were beneficial. Simplifying treatment by focusing on timing and tension." E.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the treatment approaches. Very easy to follow and apply right away." K.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Suggestions for how to speak to parents of children who stutter were beneficial. I liked the course clarity and ease of access." K.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Treating the entire disorder, including how to talk to parents. I liked the examples of strategies and the analogies." A.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Good treatment ideas." C.H. (Dec. 2022)
"The section on how to treat stuttering was beneficial." E.B. (Dec. 2022)
"The tips for treating the behaviors were very helpful. The strategies for making the client more comfortable with stuttering were very interesting. I liked the way the speaker tied all of the aspects together under the umbrella of treating the whole person, and respect for the person." M.K. (Nov. 2022)
"One of the best courses for implementation of the material that I have taken. The speaker's insight, logical, knowledgeable, and compassionate." S.M. (Nov. 2022)
"I really appreciate that the presenter is a provider of therapy and can share first-hand experiences." J.W. (Oct. 2022)
"It was a very thorough overview of all aspects of treating stuttering and gave a complete picture of the whole disorder and how it impacts daily life, future plans, social interactions, etc." B.S. (Oct. 2022)
"Dr. Yaruss has a really pleasant presentation speaking style. I appreciated his demonstrations of stuttering." S.M. (Oct. 2022)
"The treatment strategies, such as beginning with exploring the child's stutter and to have the child try to teach me to stutter was beneficial information. I liked the list and examples of treatment strategies for stuttering." E.K. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked everything. The presentation and the handout were all well organized and excellent. The many examples were also very helpful." S.F. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked how all of the many fluency techniques were simplified into timing or tension practices. This course was well organized and practical." R.W. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked how the instructor organized the treatment approaches." S.C. (Sept. 2022)
"The information was clear." V.B. (Sept. 2022)
"I like the emphasis that the support of the client involves everyone including support groups." M.M. (Aug. 2022)
"I found all of it helpful! I have not done much with the "Exploring Stuttering" phase of treatment and realize I need to do much more of that. Scott Yaruss is very knowledgeable and is able to explain all information about stuttering in a manner that is easily understood!" T.A. (Aug. 2022)
"Dr. Yaruss's discussion of appropriate treatment strategies to be implemented including pseudostuttering was very good. I liked the discussion of the parental involvement during stuttering therapy and making the parents aware that there are no cures for stuttering." P.B. (Aug. 2022)
"Because of what I learned in this course, I have things I am doing differently now with good justification." S.R. (July 2022)
"It's been awhile since I have been in graduate school and taken a course on stuttering. I think this course outlined some broad new ways of thinking about and treating a disfluency - ex. that it is okay to talk to young children (under 5) about stuttering. I will use these broad generalizations in my daily practice." L.P. (July 2022)
"I liked the specific strategies offered and the speaker's presentation style." L.M. (June 2022)
"Learning a framework for treating the entire disorder is beneficial for my practice. I liked the content and the way it was organized." E.B. (June 2022)
"This course was very in-depth and thorough. It addressed most of my questions and concerns about treating stuttering. The explanation of the history of techniques and how to make them more realistic is changing my approach to stuttering therapy! The examples of treatments and their application with clients were excellent! Sometimes taking good information and making it therapy/kid friendly is challenging." A.A. (June 2022)
"I liked the strategies to assist patients with reducing stuttering and improving carryover. I liked the speaker too." K.S. (June 2022)
"I enjoyed all of it. I will use the techniques and treatment activities mentioned." K.I.(May 2022)
"Very helpful and easy to understand course." M.C. (May 2022)
"Course provided many techniques to help students manage their fluency issues. The strategies given to help with stuttering were great." S.B. (May 2022)
"I liked that specific techniques and strategies were used to help me support my students. The organized manner of all the information and the way it was presented was very good." M.B. (May 2022)
"The course was provided in an easy to understand format. I liked that he talked about what stuttering really is." K.D. (May 2022)
"I liked the availability to take it at any time." M.B. (May 2022)
"I liked all of the therapy ideas!" J.K. (May 2022)
"I liked using the ICF as a guide in treating stuttering. The course delivery was excellent!" P.T. (Apr. 2022)
"The speaker was very knowledgeable and the content was presented in an understandable way. I liked the techniques such as phrasing and light touch of the articulators at the beginning of phrases." P.B. (Mar. 2022)
"Complex issues were made easy to understand. The presenter gave good examples. He kept my attention! His speaking rate and prosody were appropriate." K.H. (Mar. 2022)
"I learned ways to discuss stuttering with my students and families. So many therapy ideas." B.C. (Mar. 2022)
"This was an excellent review and a good reminder that stuttering involves more than the "behavior." K.T. (Mar. 2022)
"I always learn so much from Dr. Yaruss' lectures! The discussion about improving overall communication and how to appropriately use speech strategies in that context was very helpful." D.W. (Mar. 2022)
"Enlightening and reassuring!" L.A. (Mar. 2022)
"It was helpful to hear Dr. Yaruss' explanation of the speech strategies within the context of holistic treatment." D.W. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the breakdown of different aspects of stuttering that must be considered and can be treated, not just the behavior of stuttering." M.K. (Feb. 2022)
"The presenter was extremely knowledgeable, and provided numerous examples and experiences to enhance the information being presented." J.B. (Jan. 2022)
"Learning how to provide well-rounded therapy for both the impairment and the impact. Mr. Yaruss is very easy to listen to." A.D. (Jan. 2022)
"I found the specific therapy strategies very helpful and I will use these suggestions in my therapy practice - I also liked the suggestions for the student to write a letter to their teacher about what they feel and what would be helpful for them moving forward." C.B. (Jan. 2022)
"The wealth of useable, practical, up-to-date information presented in this course is impressive. The presenter guides us on how we should be thinking about and holistically treating stuttering, and I find his insight very useful. It is so helpful to understand the reasoning and thinking that lies under specific fluency strategies and discussions. Thank you for this resource!" S.L. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the knowledge of the presenter and the practical tips for therapy." O.H. (Nov. 2021)
"The presenter was pleasant to listen to and it sounded like more of an in-person lecture vs. monotone reading of slides." A.P. (Nov. 2021)
"Specific interventions were most helpful - for the impairment, and for the negative reactions and adverse impacts." L.B. (Nov. 2021)
"Myths that we shouldn't talk about stuttering, and evaluation ideas were beneficial for my daily practice." C.M. (Oct. 2021)
"Practical, functional information was provided. It was all very interesting and the presenter held my attention." V.M. (Sept. 2021)
"I think this course will help me to improve my skills in my daily practice including the difference between behavioral and disorder stuttering and the treatment strategies." S.E. (Aug. 2021)
"The presenter went over several strategies that could be used in working with clients who stutter. The presenter was very engaging and gave lots of information and advise on how to do each strategy and also how to help support parents and teachers." A.V. (Jul. 2021)
"I work in long term care and subacute rehab so rarely need to treat stuttering, however, I have graduate students in their medical practicum and they need to get fluency hours. This course will be invaluable for enhancing the students' experience. Very well organized and logical in format. Very good pace and every aspect was explained clearly. My own hesitancy toward taking on fluency clients was validated and desensitized." G.S. (Jul. 2021)
"I enjoyed this course discussion. Implementing the timing/tension strategies, addressing personal/environmental reactions, educating teachers, and referring self-help organizations to parents will modify students with dysfluent speech behavior and improve their quality of life. The presenter provided information that will aid assessment and treatment. I like the presenter's reference use when defining stuttering, explaining current behavior vs disorder views, providing treatment approaches, and offering parent/teacher involvement." B.D. (Jul. 2021)
"I found all topics helpful. This course provided information to help me better explain stuttering to both parents and teachers. Providing validation on timing and tension was also helpful. This course was concise - very well organized and presented. I liked the different exercises and appreciated the demonstrations on how to complete them. This course provided well-rounded information to address every aspect of stuttering." M.G. (May 2021)
“It was interesting how the techniques address fluency piece, plus the emotional piece and the desensitization of stuttering.” S.H. (Mar. 2021)
“The speaker was easy to understand, nice pace, and relatable!” B.S. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Sandra R. Holtzman, MS, CCC-SLP, COM, QOM
This is the "go to" program for /r/ therapy when auditory bombardment and tactile cues are not enough to produce positive treatment results. This course covers seven basic steps that are necessary to move clients onward toward habituation. Structural and functional complications that interfere with the treatment process are described and ruled out. Basic lingual skills necessary for success are introduced early in the treatment program.... more+
"It was beneficial having very specific steps in the protocol to follow to elicit a good /er/ and then moving into higher level of production, carryover and habituation. I appreciated the ease of being able to do the course on my own time and rewatch videos or sections I wanted to hear/see again." B.D. (Aug. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss where one starts in therapy once physiological issues have been ruled out. I really liked the steps presented for remediation." H.W. (Aug. 2024)
"The spelled-out steps and where to start and go next are very helpful. Easy to follow and provided plenty of examples for each step." A.M. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussing where to start and the systematic method of adding sounds while maintaining the "er" was beneficial. Exceptionally informative - great video examples embedded to reinforce lecture, and great examples at each stage for /r/ development." A.M. (Aug. 2024)
"Appreciated some clarification regarding oral structures. I liked the course's thoroughness." N.R. (Aug. 2024)
"Establishing the ER and the specific steps to habituation was beneficial. I enjoyed the videos." D.R. (Aug. 2024)
"Easy to understand, good examples of words for practice." Y.I. (Aug. 2024)
"The /r/ elicitation techniques are the biggest takeaway from this presentation for me. The universality of the program can apply to almost all therapists." T.W. (Aug. 2024)
"One thing I liked was how she reviewed things to look for to determine a possible tongue tie. The course was a very organized and sequential presentation." M.O. (Aug. 2024)
"I think it is helpful that there is a step-by-step guide to this /r/ program. I like that I can stop it and take notes and rewatch if needed." N.T. (Aug. 2024)
"Breaking down all words, even vocalic /r/, into the "er" sound. I liked seeing examples of real clients." C.K. (Aug. 2024)
"The sequence of steps in establishing a pure "er" prior to beginning other r-blends or vowelized /r/ words was beneficial. There are so many different approaches to teaching the /r/ sound, as well as order of steps that this course seemed to go back to the basics and made sense. Appreciated the slides with outline of information and many video samples to demonstrate what was being discussed." D.P. (Aug. 2024)
"Beneficial habituation of /r/. I liked the step-by-step approach." K.M. (Aug. 2024)
"The entire course will be beneficial. Well organized and practical." G.S. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked that the course outlined how to start and progress treatment. The course gave practical treatment techniques." A.M. (Jul. 2024)
"The hierarchy of mastering R was a beneficial topic. I enjoyed the videos and photos to explain her methods. Always helpful to see the progression of patients." J.A. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing what to rule out before working on /r/ was helpful. The course was very thorough and easy to follow." M.J. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the step by step guide to how to apply this information to therapy sessions. I liked that I have a better understanding of how to work on "r" and some concrete ways to apply the course material to my therapy sessions." J.D. (Jul. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss how each sound can be broken down into "er" and the order in which to introduce targets. I enjoyed the systematic approach of target introduction." C.T. (Jul. 2024)
"The steps broken down to help a child produce the /r/ sounds were beneficial. Everything was broken down allowing for a step-by-step treatment approach." E.D. (Jul. 2024)
"I appreciated the systematic, sequential, and sensible approach described by Ms. Holtzman. In providing /r/ articulation therapy, it has been challenging to know where to begin and how to proceed. I believe this course will prove very helpful in working with my /r/ students. I liked that videos of real clients were presented, and I liked the idea of "drawing out" from clients/students rather than just "putting in." K.K. (Jul. 2024)
"Sequence of steps was beneficial. I liked the actual video of clients." T.E. (Jul. 2024)
"Working on the lingual base prior to intervention on /r/ was helpful. Informative course with video examples." A.D. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial demonstration of various treatment methods to elicit tongue placement. I liked the word list." A.C. (Jun. 2024)
"Elicitation strategies were helpful. I liked that I could take the course on my own time." S.A. (Jun. 2024)
"The amount of detail provided about each step was beneficial. I enjoyed seeing video examples." B.E. (Jun. 2024)
"I enjoyed the breakdown hierarchy of R start to habituation. Succinct and clear information." A.S. (Jun. 2024)
"Pre-r skills and how to elicit r was beneficial. Everything was very functional." A.P. (May. 2024)
"The pre-requisite step will add a lot to my daily practice as it will rule our obstructions that are blocking appropriate tongue formation. Also the program being laid out in applicable steps was the most beneficial. This course had detailed ways to apply the steps to different clients." S.C. (May. 2024)
"The stages were helpful to discuss. I liked everything in this course." K.W. (Apr. 2024)
"I have a lot of students working on /r/ so I found everything very beneficial for my daily practice. The course was easy to digest and implement." M.W. (Apr. 2024)
"The exact plan of how to progress was helpful to discuss. Thank you! So practical." S.Q. (Apr. 2024)
"The sequence in which to target variations of /r/ was beneficial." A.M. (Apr. 2024)
"I appreciated the systematic approach for "R" intervention. I liked the video examples and practical visuals." K.G. (Mar. 2024)
"Tongue tie information was beneficial. I liked pictures and examples of words/sentences for each /r/ variation." K.B. (Mar. 2024)
"I enjoyed the myofunctional perspective prior to articulation therapy." D.L. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the idea that all R sounds can be broken down into "er" and that all other R sounds come from "er". Great presentation with a lot of examples and videos." M.Z. (Mar. 2024)
"Targeting /er/ before everything else was beneficial to discuss. I liked the examples." K.N. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the pictures, examples, and OMEs before eliciting sound." M.S. (Mar. 2024)
"Discussing the principle of -er was helpful. I liked the info." M.D. (Feb. 2024)
"All was beneficial, great practical information." P.G. (Feb. 2024)
"Moving to natural-sounding speech rather than robotic. I liked all of the provided word lists." M.P. (Feb. 2024)
"The base of /r/ production (oral structure) and the 7 steps, especially the establishment of /r/ were beneficial to discuss. I enjoyed all of the examples with actual students." C.P. (Feb. 2024)
"The outlined steps and the research backing the steps were helpful." E.T. (Jan. 2024)
"I loved how the course outlined a method that was easy to follow. It was a very practical method with great examples that I can implement into my practice." B.A. (Jan. 2024)
"Moving through to natural-sounding speech was beneficial. I liked the visual representation/examples." A.P. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing the tongue movements needed prior to beginning the stages was helpful. I enjoyed the knowledge of the presenter and the ease of access to the course. It's helpful to be able to watch at my leisure." M.O. (Jan. 2024)
"This course gave real-life therapy considerations and examples. I liked the myofunctional considerations for /r/." T.P. (Jan. 2024)
"I will use all of these steps when a student has difficulty habituating the /r/. Step-by-step process to implementation into practice." A.R. (Jan. 2024)
"Identifying barriers and moving through a logical sequence of progression for success with inclusion of habituation. Sequential outline to move through logically. Love that Sandra always includes “make it fun!”." A.B. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing habituation was beneficial. Very organized course; specific steps with examples." A.C. (Jan. 2024)
"The sequence to present each /r/ family group of sounds was beneficial. The course was clear and systematic." M.S. (Jan. 2024)
"It was awesome that all of this was in line with how I teach r, including the use of nonsense syllables. Great reasoning to help explain WHY this method works. I liked the clarity and organization." D.W. (Jan. 2024)
"Everything about this course was incredibly useful. My practice was reinforced when discovering many things that I already do; however, I was missing a most important component of the sequence of introducing sounds and sound productions. I cannot wait to adapt my practice using this critical information." J.B. (Jan. 2024)
"I work with a lot of students with /r/ goals. I'm going to be implementing these techniques into my sessions. I liked how easy course was to follow." E.S. (Jan. 2024)
"The hierarchy of er production starting with bilabials was beneficial to discuss. It's helpful for me to know where to start with many of my students still struggling with the r sound and to have a hierarchy to follow." T.W. (Jan. 2024)
"Identifying and practicing basic lingual movements was beneficial. I didn't think about how these are a precursor to formulating a pure R sound. I enjoyed how the treatment was broken down into steps, making it easy to follow." A.S. (Jan. 2024)
"Starting ER in words with a consonant or cluster before the ER. A good amount of videos, clear presentation." C.H. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the different videos to show how to elicit the /r/ sound. A good course." E.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The word list examples were beneficial. I liked the videos of clients." L.G. (Dec. 2023)
"Specific treatment of /r/. I liked the step-by-step approach." C.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Use of the /er/ sound was helpful. I liked that the steps were broken down clearly." A.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing how to get to habituation. Easy to follow course with lots of video examples." T.D. (Dec. 2023)
"The information was precise, and the speaker was knowledgeable on the topic. I realize now that some of my "habitual poor /r/" students that I have inherited need to go back to the beginning and start with oral motor." K.W. (Dec. 2023)
"All of the content was beneficial to my daily practice. I enjoyed learning what to look for and how to best produce /r/." K.H. (Nov. 2023)
"I appreciate the breaking down of each stage in that hierarchical fashion. I liked that I could stop and start as I needed due to schedule constraints." L.M. (Nov. 2023)
"I learned that I need to spend more time on the "base" during evaluation and the lingual basics at the beginning of therapy. I have always recognized that all Rs are actually "er," but this presentation broke it down more systematically for me. I enjoyed the hierarchy of skills to achieve habituation of R." D.K. (Nov. 2023)
"Eliciting /er/ with a tongue depressor was beneficial. I liked that there are solid phases to cover prior to moving on." J.C. (Nov. 2023)
"Starting a student out with /er/ and why was really helpful for me. Moving through steps helped me think about what I'm currently doing and what I can do to change to help a student/client to habituation." J.C. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked how systematically the ER was paired with a combination of another consonant and how these combinations were systematically introduced. I liked the video examples and specific word lists." M.R. (Nov. 2023)
"Quick and easy to understand. The different steps and what to focus on were helpful." S.H. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked breaking down the R into manageable parts and the videos of actual clients." S.B. (Nov. 2023)
"I appreciate the step-by-step approach that gives a practical way to go through /r/ treatment without getting overwhelmed. I liked the clear examples and steps." L.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Using the smile position as a starting point after checking oral structures to achieve ER was beneficial. Great examples all along the way." L.F. (Oct. 2023)
"I GREATLY appreciated the step-by-step nature of teaching the clinician how to shape the "er" or /r/ production. I appreciate the emphasis on ruling out the contributing orofacial issues (e.g. tongue tie, breathing issues, maladaptive oral habits, etc.) before actually targeting the /r/ production. I am so glad that I now have this wonderful resource to use in my clinical practice "toolkit" moving forward." A.W. (Oct. 2023)
"The sequential steps taken to ensure habituation were beneficial. I liked the videos and handouts." K.P. (Oct. 2023)
"I really liked that the course instructor provided step-by-step instructions that I could easily follow. I can modify as I see fit, and this helps me to build my confidence and skills." A.W. (Oct. 2023)
"The progression from easy to hard phonemes for coarticulation was beneficial. I liked all the examples of phrases and sentences." E.G. (Oct. 2023)
"The complete seven steps was great. I liked how thorough the presenter was." T.P. (Oct. 2023)
"I loved seeing the hierarchy broken down into each individual step. Step by step instructions with examples of real clients." L.S. (Oct. 2023)
"I would never have guessed that starting with "er" would be the best example of /r/. This will be really helpful for me to know what path to take in therapy with some of my students who have been receiving speech for several years! The video examples were very helpful to understand what the presenter was talking about and see it in practice with real clients." R.M. (Oct. 2023)
"Very concise course with lots of information, useful therapy suggestions, and informational video clips. Most beneficial was the discussion in reference to ruling out structural barriers to the correct formation of the /r/ development." K.Q. (Oct. 2023)
"Discrete breakdown of the skills needed for ER across coarticulation settings and how to systematically build up to consistent accuracy was beneficial. I liked the specific examples of what, when, and how to practice." L.N. (Oct. 2023)
"The illustrations and videos were helpful." D.P. (Oct. 2023)
"I will be able to immediately utilize this information with my clients. The information regarding what to check prior to beginning work on the /r/ sound was very helpful. The specific information about how to work on the progression of the sound was beneficial." B.K. (Oct. 2023)
"The speaker was knowledgeable and provided information in a well-organized and well-explained manner. She provided good clinical information that could be readily utilized by the SLP with clients." B.K. (Oct. 2023)
"I have an older child on my schedule with an /R/ that just won't get better! I think this program is going to get him there! I liked the step-by-step instructions for the program....great examples, and therapy techniques and suggestions." S.S. (Sep. 2023)
"I will implement the seven steps into my therapy. I liked the course pause and resume video feature." A.J. (Sep. 2023)
"Things you need to accomplish with success before even starting an R program! I liked the video examples and the word/sound list examples. I enjoyed listening to the speaker." J.D. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the 7 concrete steps including orofacial myology concepts." L.L. (Sep. 2023)
"The progression at each stage was most beneficial. I liked the video examples of the clients demonstrating the skills." J.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Practical stimuli and activity examples. Course was informative and quick." H.R. (Sep. 2023)
"Eliminating the use of lip rounding for /r/ production, and breaking the sound production in words into stages based on the letter and production area in the oral cavity were beneficial topics. I liked the examples given and the breaking out of stages for each sound in words where /r/ was embedded." S.D. (Aug. 2023)
"The 7 basic steps and how to transition through each stage successfully was helpful." C.G. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the speaker's step-by-step approach to intervention. Incorporating pre-learning strategies and evaluating oral functioning prior to therapy was beneficial. I will utilize her approach along with others I've accumulated over the years." K.C. (Aug. 2023)
"Very organized hierarchy of treatment. Lots of examples." M.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I'm returning to providing therapy after a long hiatus in management and was looking for a good R refresher. This course actually had some techniques I hadn't heard before. I loved that it came from an orofacial myologist." L.N. (Aug. 2023)
"This course was quick and provided good techniques and information. I liked the practical tips and example word and sentence lists." A.B. (Aug. 2023)
"I loved the sequential features of habituating /r/. And going at my own pace." C.S. (Aug. 2023)
"Vowel combinations and word lists with hierarchy. It was beneficial breaking down the steps and giving word lists and Family Groups of sounds that should go in order." K.A. (Aug. 2023)
"Specific examples of sounds easiest to hardest. I liked the order of acquisition." A.A. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked all of the steps for therapy." G.M. (Aug. 2023)
"This systematic approach to /r/ therapy is beneficial. I liked the client videos and pace of presenter." J.L. (Jul. 2023)
"I really appreciated focusing on the /er/ before moving to the more challenging sounds. It makes sense and will help the child become successful. The content was presented clearly with a knowledge base and experience that will, when implemented effectively, will afford success." C.P. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the examples and hierarchy. The presenter was knowledgeable." S.P. (Jul. 2023)
"The hierarchy of how and when to work on different ER sounds was very helpful. I liked having video examples." N.B. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the /r/ strategies. Course was very clear, and can be accessed multiple times as necessary for review." P.S. (Jun. 2023)
"ER at different rates and pitch as a transition to the next skill level was beneficial along with more practice at ER with h, then moving to bilabial, labiodental etc. I had not thought of breaking it down like that. The video examples were helpful." C.M. (Jun. 2023)
"Information about oral structures and their impact was beneficial. The information confirmed the practices and beliefs I possess." A.Q. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked this perspective program. And the information and research that was provided." R.S. (Jun. 2023)
"The systematic sequence and starting with a pure ER was beneficial." N.H. (May 2023)
"Love the breakdown. Simple to follow and implement immediately." W.N. (May 2023)
"I liked the systematic approach from beginning to end. The video examples were beneficial." L.P. (May 2023)
"Step by step process when initiating therapy for the /r/ production. I liked the examples and clarity of this therapeutic approach." K.W. (Apr. 2023)
"Informational course, I enjoyed the included videos. The discussion of the breakdown of R to ER before moving forward was beneficial." D.G. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the demonstrations, and the co-articulation method was beneficial." S.H. (Apr. 2023)
"The elicitation techniques, as well as the live examples, were very helpful." R.R. (Apr. 2023)
"Sequence of therapy was beneficial. I liked the written and video examples." J.S. (Apr. 2023)
"I appreciated the progression of this program. This was a clearly articulated and easy-to-follow course. The visual supports were helpful." T.E. (Apr. 2023)
"Great approach to R. Made treating R less intimidating." T.P. (Apr. 2023)
"Assessing the lingual movement prior to therapy and why the sequence used for stabilizing the ER with consonants was beneficial. The course was easy to access. Liked that I can view recording again so video examples can be reviewed. Good handouts with examples." J.F. (Apr. 2023)
"I was literally able to start using this in sessions immediately! I loved the steps and working on multiple sound combinations in each step with directions to move to the next most appropriate sounds." K.F. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the video examples. Tongue tie and the production of /er/ to start and working into final position was beneficial." J.F. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the presentations and the videos. The topic of having the student "teach" the clinician was beneficial." A.H. (Mar. 2023)
"Loved the myofunctional tips. Good ideas for therapy and the development of proficiency." P.R. (Mar. 2023)
"The initial section on what could be barriers to all articulation success was beneficial. I liked the section about tongue tie, breathing issues, etc." J.H. (Mar. 2023)
"All of the stages were beneficial. I did appreciate the factors you need to consider for the base of articulation therapy. I always appreciate how I can follow along and make notes on my printed handouts. The handouts are great to have for reference and for the examples." H.O. (Mar. 2023)
"Stages of treating /r/ in a more efficient way. I liked the logical thinking about /r/." C.S. (Mar. 2023)
"The entire presentation will be beneficial for my daily practice. The presenter was very knowledgeable about the steps involved in achieving correct production of the /r/ sound." M.H. (Feb. 2023)
"Made "R" seem much less intimidating. This course moved thoroughly through all stages of therapy and provided much needed word lists. It provided useful videos and talked about normal speech production. The word lists will make planning therapy sessions a breeze. None of this was discussed in my graduate classes EVER." A.W. (Feb. 2023)
"Course was very well organized and very relevant with specific treatment ideas. Specific examples of sequential and systematic /r/ content (syllables, words, sentences)." T.M. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked that it was explained step by step and that the information in the handouts was exactly what she talked about in the video presentation. This way I can go back and do the steps by following the handouts." L.C. (Feb. 2023)
"The first few stages were beneficial. It gave me a starting point. Liked the way the program was laid out." A.D. (Feb. 2023)
"The idea that "ER" is really the basic sound has been very helpful. I especially liked the video examples." D.W. (Feb. 2023)
"OME's to help with correct productions. OME's, step-by-step guidelines to achieve goals." J.B. (Feb. 2023)
"Being mindful of the selection of words we use with students. I liked the level of information, no extraneous info. Everything was to the point." I.R. (Feb. 2023)
"The transition process from where to start was beneficial because starting articulation therapy for R has been difficult. I liked the video examples that showed therapy with the clients." J.L. (Feb. 2023)
"The step-by-step "how to" and "where to start guide" towards habituation is exactly what I needed. I liked the step-by-step instruction with video and real-life examples." M.G. (Jan. 2023)
"Lingual basics. The understanding and application of myofunctional techniques were beneficial." C.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Mastery of intra oral skills before beginning any articulation programming. I liked that course was taught by Sandra. She is just the best." J.P. (Jan. 2023)
"Understanding basics before undertaking /r/ therapy. Liked step-by-step style. SMART goals provided." J.C. (Jan. 2023)
"Establishing the base and practicing ER was beneficial. This course went through the 7 steps in an organized manner." K.T. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning how to begin and complete r therapy correctly. Each stage of therapy was presented in a timely and correct manner." E.S. (Dec. 2022)
"The entire presentation was essential to R instruction and can readily be applied to therapy practice. The video examples were excellent in demonstrating application." J.S. (Dec. 2022)
"The course was clear and easy to follow. I liked the specific ways presented to treat /r/." H.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Practical applications. Videos were excellent. Presenter had great ideas and was VERY clear and knowledgeable. I learned about the two and three way mouth props. Just bought them and cannot wait to use them in therapy." B.P. (Dec. 2022)
"The examples of activities and words/sentences to use in therapy were good. I liked that I could take course at my own pace." M.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Liked the ideas for making habituation sound natural instead of robotic. And the video and audio examples that helped illustrate points." L.H. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the general structure and order of working through the /r/ sound." M.L. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the way the presenter simplified the information into stages from basics to habituation." B.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Clear, precise instructions for each stage." J.A. (Nov. 2022)
"I found the stages of /r/ most beneficial. I am looking forward to trying them with my articulation students. I liked the examples and real-life videos to help the viewers understand what each stage looks like." M.C. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the exercises to do at the beginning, not rounding lips to produce /r/, and starting with "ER". Word Lists provided were good." A.W. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the step-by-step approach and how specifically broken down by how each surrounding sound affects production." C.O. (Nov. 2022)
"Since taking this course, I have tried to incorporate some of the major points into my therapy sessions, doing my best to apply what I've learned, especially discouraging children from rounding their lips! I was always taught how challenging the "R" sound is to learn and teach." A.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Stage 1 - Lingual basics was all new information for me. The videos were very helpful." L.A. (Nov. 2022)
"I appreciate the fact that you have to work on and stay at the level of oral motor skills before being able to move on to the production of the sounds. Also, how organized and laid out the information was. The word lists and how they advance from easiest to hardest is so helpful." M.M. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked how the process was broken down into steps and the examples of target words." M.S. (Oct. 2022)
"The course was clear and step-by-step." D.T. (Oct. 2022)
"The videos of kids and lists of words to use for therapy were good." J.S. (Oct. 2022)
"Very thorough and loved the videos." M.G. (Oct. 2022)
"The speaker was very interesting, and videos added to the presentation." N.S. (Oct. 2022)
"Sandra Holtzman! Wonderful at what she does for speech therapy." J.G. (Sept. 2022)
"The course was to the point!" A.B. (Sept. 2022)
"The detailed description of every step in the habituation of the /R/ sound, as well as the many examples provided in each step, were informative." A.P. (Sept. 2022)
"The courses organization (and delivery) and the amount of time devoted to watching the videos which allowed us to observe the progress of the various children was good." E.B. (Sept. 2022)
"I like the videos with clients, the sample sentences." R.M. (Aug. 2022)
"The entire presentation was helpful. I like that it was broken down into 7 steps that were clearly presented. I also thought the video examples were great in helping explain the concepts." R.K. (Aug. 2022)
"I thought using stages to work through correct /r/ production was very helpful." C.H. (Aug. 2022)
"The course taught me how to break down therapy into easy, manageable steps that maximize success. I like that it was easily accessible, self-paced." L.B. (Aug. 2022)
"The course was easy to follow and understand." K.H. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the video examples of how to elicit the /-er/ and gradually shape it for other vocalic /r/'s." F.F. (Aug. 2022)
"Lots of examples of what to use with the client. Lots of video examples." C.E. (Aug. 2022)
"I am excited to try the tongue depressor trick. The printed handouts made it easier to follow along, and will be helpful for refreshing my knowledge later." A.C. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the practical information and activities she provided. I also thought her explanations were very easy to understand and grasp." K.H. (Aug. 2022)
"I learned about a systematic progression for /r/ therapy and why it is critical not to omit steps within the program. Ms. Holtzman provided plenty of examples and logical explanations for the progression of the program steps." E.A. (July 2022)
"It provided an easy to understand and systematic way of working on a very daunting and difficult speech sound. The discussion about what to rule out prior to initiating the r sound, the order of how to present the /r/ in context for therapy, as well as the sample words and videos were all helpful in my understanding and use for therapy. " A.M. (June 2022)
"I liked the exercises before initiating /r/ and the videos and direct therapy." B.B. (June 2022)
"I liked the example word lists and the videos were helpful too. Very practical information - I had never considered starting with a vowelized /r/." A.P. (June 2022)
"The liked the entire course. And how detailed all the steps were and with examples." J.M. (June 2022)
"The liked how the speaker broke down each step." A.S. (June 2022)
"I like that it actually told me what to do and how to do it. The videos were very helpful as are the word lists." J.G. (May 2022)
"The breakdown in how to remediate and which sound categories to start with was good. The use of the tongue depressor was good, in place of some of the other more expensive tools on the market." A.P. (May 2022)
"I liked the simplicity and following the 7 stages." A.S. (May 2022)
"The whole lecture is beneficial. It easily explained how to implement the techniques into therapy." E.A. (Apr. 2022)
"The hierarchy for approaching /r/, specifically addressing lingual basics is beneficial. I like the sentence examples to share with students." A.M. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked how I could immediately begin using these techniques with my students!" J.E. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the steps, especially the Stages 4 and 5. The videos helped comprehension. The course was easy to follow and the steps make sense." T.D. (Apr. 2022)
"Oral motor exercises, detailed steps for elicitation. Liked detailed breakdown of steps with examples." R.B. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the tips for /r/ production and real-life videos of techniques." C.O. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the order of sounds to work on, and images of structural differences." V.F. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the specific examples of the process when working with er, then final word position, then to phrases etc to increase naturalness. I thought it was very actionable in therapy. Good use of video examples at each stage. Good start of word lists." M.E. (Mar. 2022)
"Rigorous, systematic program - very straightforward, excellent examples to illustrate." M.D. (Mar. 2022)
"Starting with Phase 1 (improving the student's ability to produce isolated movements of the tongue) before you introduce the articulation therapy will be very helpful for me moving forward. It was well-organized with lots of examples provided at each step." C.D. (Feb. 2022)
"It was clear and well thought out." C.A. (Jan. 2022)
"Each step/technique was very informative and I will definitely use this in my daily practice. The course was easy to follow and understand; handouts were helpful; videos were especially helpful." K.B. (Nov. 2021)
"It was practical and right to the point - very efficient use of time." N.M. (Nov. 2021)
"Strengthening and coordination of the articulators is so over looked because of misinformation in the field. For so long we have been taught NOT to address the strength and coordination of the muscles in the mouth. This research shows evidence to the contrary. The course was very easy to listen to. Good practice advice." E.F. (Nov. 2021)
"How to work on moving tongue and lips independently from the mandible was beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the video examples." H.E. (Oct. 2021)
"The practical application of the pyramid will be most beneficial to my application of what I've learned in this course. For example, understanding the progression of sounds to introduce in syllables from easiest to most difficult will be helpful in assisting patients to produce /r/ correctly. The course was easy to understand, engaging, and helpful in practical application of the knowledge to the therapy setting." S.H. (Oct. 2021)
“I really appreciated this content taking me back to the basics of the oral cavity and lingual movements. I tend to rush /r/ therapy, and it helped me understand I am missing steps and need to start from the beginning.” C.S. (Oct. 2021)
"It gives a step-by-step and addressed complications with oral-motor and structural issues." M.T. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the reasoning for the progression-sound families, and working on the stressed /er/. I liked the scope and sequence. I'm glad I have learned new strategies for working with the /r/ sound." J.A. (Oct. 2021)
"The recommended sequence in which to teach -er and the lists is beneficial for my daily practice." J.J. (Sept. 2021)
"I found the mixture of video and audio examples to be very helpful." A.C. (Sept. 2021)
"Discussion of systematically establishing the basics of production was beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the systematic presentation and examples used." D.M. (Sept. 2021)
"I thought the explanations of the 7 steps to habituation was very informative. I love the examples given and the videos provided. Easy to read and follow handouts. Step by step guide of each step." N.R. (Sept. 2021)
"I liked all the videos. I learned that you don't move on to the next step until you get proper tongue placement...even though it's boring!" L.M. (Sept. 2021)
"The speaker provided video examples and detailed outline of how to produce the /r/ sound." K.C. (Sept. 2021)
"How to make 'er' the initial goal, then to carry it over and the specific steps to how to break down /r/ were good." M.P. (Sept. 2021)
"The steps that I can follow for correction of the /r/ sound were beneficial." E.S. (Sept. 2021)
"This was the best /r/ training I have ever watched! The step-by-step approach is one I can implement immediately. I really liked the video demonstrations." C.S. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked that it covered a good bit of information in a short period of time." H.G. (Aug. 2021)
"Each of the seven steps was important in order for me to incorporate the program into my daily practice. I liked the example videos, voice recordings, and example words and sentences." K.S. (Aug. 2021)
"The hierarchy of consonants to incorporate with vocalic "r" and the examples of words used to target "r" production will help my with my daily practice." C.S. (Jul. 2021)
"The ruling out basic factors and the lingual basics were very helpful. I liked the clarity of the 7 Stages, word examples, and video samples of clients." M.C. (Jul. 2021)
"The 7 steps for teaching /er/ production and for it to become more natural in conversational speech were beneficial. I enjoyed the client videos and real-life examples of how the treatment techniques should be implemented in practice." K.S. (Jul. 2021)
"The presenter was excellent and handouts were fantastic!" R.H. (Jul. 2021)
"Very informative, easy to listen to speaker." R.P. (May 2021)
“I liked that this course provided clear precise examples with words in order of proven treatment method.” S.P. (Mar. 2021)
Presenter: Martha S. Burns, PhD, CCC-SLP
This practical course will review research from the new field of educational neuroscience as it applies to clinical practice with students who have speech-language and social-communication disorders. It will focus on research on the causes of language disorders, autism spectrum disorders, reading disorders and other neurodevelopmental learning disabilities. ... more+
"I always like to do a course by Martha Burns, every couple of years at least, to refresh and refine my knowledge of neuroscience and language and learning. It helps me better target therapy as well as communicate with other professionals and parents." E.H. (Aug. 2024)
"Intensity and salience required for therapy were beneficial to discuss. I liked the description of the neuro research relevant to therapy outcomes." M.K. (Jul. 2024)
"Neuroscience research showing brain mapping, cortical thickness/thinning, & pruning was beneficial. I really liked that Dr. Burns included the reference to all the research studies." S.H. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the research to back up information." L.D. (Jun. 2024)
"This presentation was understandable, logical, and compelling - I can understand why Dr. Burns is so passionate about bridging speech, language and learning issues together with neuroscience - they are part and parcel of each other. I especially found the scientific studies interesting - how the studies were set up, the questions the research teams were addressing, the findings of the studies, and the implications for educational and therapeutic applications." D.D. (Feb. 2024)
"The discussion on Autism was beneficial. I liked all the detail about the brain." R.S. (Jan. 2024)
"In-depth analysis of research. Some of the research I had not been exposed to before." L.G. (Dec. 2023)
"Learning the effects of poverty and stress on the developing brain. I liked the review of neuroanatomy." J.B. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the visuals and explanations of how brain activity connects to language and learning. The diagrams, explanations and updates of neurology were beneficial." E.W. (Sep. 2023)
"Introduction of strategies that enhance neurological brain development. I liked the information on which parts of the brain are impacted by different information/stimuli." J.S. (Jun. 2023)
"The neuroplasticity information was beneficial. I liked the brain-based approach." N.F. (May 2023)
"I liked the studies which have shown brain changes as well as progress in therapy re: PROMPT, Fast Forward, benefits of teaching phonological decoding, and Growth Mindset. I liked the info on neuroscience and language and neuroscience mapping of the language network of the brain. Also, how this all has been studied in special needs populations of ASD, Dyslexia and speech-language disorders." L.M. (Apr. 2023)
"Increased my knowledge of how the brain changes with intervention and to use those interventions proven to be effective in these changes. Learned more about how the brain changes and how it is affected by various challenges such as autism." K.H. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning to make things just difficult enough to challenge the kids - such as explaining/interpreting the text rather than just answering questions." L.C. (Feb. 2023)
"Dr. Burns explained things in a way that was not too technical and could be understood." L.C. (Feb. 2023)
"All of the topics/discussions were beneficial. The presenter was very knowledgeable about the topic." M.H. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning how the instruction of language and reading has such a positive pervasive effect on the brain." M.G. (Dec. 2022)
"Interesting, complex topic, presented in an understandable way. Martha Burns has an easy to listen to voice and cadence." M.G. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the research and information provided." C.S. (Nov. 2022)
"I love listening to Marty Burns speak about neurology. While the content is very challenging, she presents it in a way that is practical for SLPs." C.P. (Aug. 2022)
"Learning the brain connection between language and phonological awareness was beneficial." A.J. (July 2022)
"I learned how science backs up some treatment options with actual biometric studies. Liked the science behind decision making." S.R. (July 2022)
"How to view technology that will be most beneficial in teaching children with dyslexia, ELL , SLI, and LD." B.W. (July 2022)
"I liked the presenter! Her powerpoint and lecture were clear and informing. Interesting to learn how poverty impacts the brain." C.G. (June 2022)
"I enjoyed this entire course - all of it was extremely beneficial and very, very interesting. The information about poverty and brain development especially, as I work in rural areas with generational poverty experienced." L.W. (May 2022)
"I liked the speaker applying neuroscience to explanations of networks/processes in the development of the brain to learn literacy, reading, language, etc and factors that could affect learning. Strategies! How it explains the integration of neuroscience, psychology, education, and speech-language pathology to help me understand multidisciplinary perspectives for collaboration with other clinicians and educators." C.K. (Apr. 2022)
"It was interesting to see how much more information has been discovered on the brain, and how it relates to speech and language development and comprehension since I was a graduate student." A.L. (Apr. 2022)
"I gained a better understanding of how important knowledge of how the brain works is to implementing effective therapy approaches and achieving optimal outcomes." M.C. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the speaker's manner and the background that connected to students, and the approach to reading and speech/language therapies." E.D. (Mar. 2022)
"I really liked the review of the major lobes of the brain highlighting the gyri and sulci related to language and reading, and the research showing effective use of programs such as PROMPT and Fast Forward to improve phonological skills in children." S.P. (Mar. 2022)
"The evidence regarding treatment success – I liked the research based information which can be applied to therapy." K.K. (Mar. 2022)
"Learning how interventions impact brain function was beneficial. I liked the ease of understanding the course content." K.V. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the research predictors about early language disorders." A.M. (Dec. 2021)
“I really liked the background and evidence-based research that was provided, to describe brain development and how it relates to a variety of areas (i.e. poverty, literacy, ASD, etc.).” S.D. (Nov. 2021)
“Fantastic connections made between the research and the therapy room.” A.P. (Oct. 2021)
"The different ways neuroscience has improved therapy is beneficial for my daily practice." K.G. (Aug. 2021)
“I enjoyed the information on stress and the brain, and how to use the train the brain strategies. The research base was also helpful.” A.M. (Jun. 2021)
“I liked the organization and flow of the course. From reviewing areas of the brain to the types of research to the application of the research for intervention. The application to intervention and understanding of ASD will be most helpful for me in my daily therapy practice.” D.H. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Martha S. Burns, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course will review the current research on disorders of attention, memory, perception, executive function and social skills in school-age children. The focus is clinical application with a review of assessments, evidence-based practice, and clinical activities that can be used in treatment sessions or in the classroom.... more+
"I have learned so much! I enjoyed the infusion of research to support the points being made!" E.P. (Aug. 2024)
"Intervention methods for children with attention problems were helpful. I liked the provision of concrete therapeutic ideas." E.B. (May 2024)
"This course was well organized and comprehensive. I found the entire course helpful in providing an overview of the topic with the most practical portions being suggestions for therapy." W.F. (Mar. 2024)
"I found the focus on working memory, fluency and goal-setting especially useful in terms of having immediate practical use. I also appreciate the information about overlapping conditions, particularly auditory processing disorders, attentional challenges, dyslexia, and autistic spectrum disorders. I liked the up-to-date information on the neurological foundations for cognition, theory of mind, social communication, etc. The presentation was comprehensive, well-paced, and clear. Dr. Burns has a wonderful way of giving practical explanations of how the brain works with examples of behavior that one might see when the brain is not working optimally." D.D. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the tasks to improve attention. Lots of evidence and research." A.E. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial strategies for increasing classroom attention. Very informative; good mix of information." B.P. (Dec. 2023)
"The general discussion about how ADD/ADHD are related to other disorders was very helpful! I enjoyed learning about the evaluation techniques!" K.O. (Dec. 2023)
"Good overview of working memory, add/adhd, executive function, and auditory processing with suggestions for treating each deficit. Goal setting for major projects with older students was beneficial - teaching them to plan and organize in small increments to meet objectives along the way rather than all at once." S.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Techniques for increasing working memory as related to following increasingly complex directions and auditory comprehension of sentences and stories. Learned how cognitive functions relate to receptive language skills and the underlying neurophysiology." A.G. (Nov. 2023)
"I work in a school, so all of this information was very beneficial." C.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Learned that training in executive function such as working memory and attention affects brain maturation. And learned that medications do not have long-term effects for ADHD." L.M. (Nov. 2023)
"Very, very useful and helpful. Activities and programs that SLPs can use to target specific skills. I liked all of the information! So informative and thorough." L.H. (Oct. 2023)
"The specific interventions to do in therapy that included both tech activities and physical games were helpful. I liked the research presented." H.M. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the intervention methods to consider in daily practice. Information was understandable with resources to provide examples and assistance. Neuro brain pathways and their impact on working memory was beneficial to discuss." H.J. (Jul. 2023)
"I really appreciate the treatment ideas. I can easily start to implement these in my practice, especially with my concussion population." K.W. (Jun. 2023)
"I found this entire presentation to be beneficial to my practice. The presenter was very knowledgeable about the topic and provided a wealth of information to be integrated into daily practice." M.H. (Jan. 2023)
"I appreciated all of the online resources that she provided for treatment options. I really appreciated the research specific to medications as I feel children are over diagnosed and overmedicated with ADD/ADHD in my experience." S.B. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the therapy suggestions for targeting working memory and social skills." A.L. (Nov. 2022)
"Plenty of useful resources. I liked the suggestions to enhance classroom listening activities." C.H. (Nov. 2022)
"The organization was very conducive to learning. The coverage of attention and memory are hugely applicable to my school-based practice." J.Z. (Oct. 2022)
"Targeting working memory in children who appear to have auditory processing issues was interesting. I liked the treatment suggestions." W.J. (July 2022)
"I liked the therapy ideas suggested for classroom intervention. And the practical approaches for helping students improve their cognitive control in the classroom." M.M. (July 2022)
"The information on working memory will be beneficial for my daily practice." A.M. (June 2022)
"I liked the reminders of brain function when dealing with a student whose behavior may be difficult. The flow of the course was good and stayed relevant throughout." A.A. (May 2022)
"I liked the strategies provided at the end. Course was very detailed and provided where she obtained information." D.A. (May 2022)
"I like that I could take the course at my own pace and reference past slides to enhance my understanding. Comparison of attention, memory and social skills was great, plus the resources and strategies." E.D. (Apr. 2022)
"Pretest helped focus my attention on the content and gave me an idea of the content of the workshop. It gave me an opportunity to think about what I know and preactivate my memory and background knowledge." C.K. (Apr. 2022)
"Neuro, networks, comparisons of attention, auditory processing and memory, how each affect each other in dyslexia and language impairments – all very interesting and beneficial." C.K. (Apr. 2022)
"Looking at students with ADHD differently - seeing their behavior more as a form of self-medicating. I always enjoy courses that focus on the brain - this one was excellent in that respect." K.G. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the examples of therapy goals and techniques." K.D. (Apr. 2022)
"Discussion of memory assessment and how characteristics of memory difficulties are displayed in the classroom. I also liked the treatment suggestions for classroom teachers and clinicians." B.S. (Apr. 2022)
"The information about drug use for ADHD not being predictive was very interesting as was the data on social issues and executive function neurology and intervention." B.S. (Apr. 2022)
"In general, I have many students who have working memory deficits. I found this course to be very relatable and helpful to my practice." R.S. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the neurological research and brain structure lecture. And how the neurological considerations were shown to directly impact the child's functional activities in classroom settings." A.P. (Mar. 2022)
"Course was beneficial in learning ways to improve assessment and research based treatment to improve children's comprehension and overall functioning." K.K. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the thorough information that she included on the slides so that I can go back and reference them when needed. And the examples of how to incorporate things in the classroom and how to better set goals to increase the success of students with cognitive deficits." M.M. (Feb. 2022)
"I appreciated her discussion of how to use the information in a school environment, as that is where I am working currently. I appreciated her ideas regarding how to enhance cognitive control in the school setting. I appreciated her review of anatomy throughout." S.K. (Feb. 2022)
"The effects of noise on degradation of sensory cortex development - I would like to learn more about this." S.M. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked everything – the assessments, medications, interventions and multiple examples. And that you can rewind to process what was being said at your pace." H.F. (Dec. 2021)
"I appreciated all the easily accessible references and materials for intervention – the quantity of therapy activities suggested." H.B. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the information about working memory and improvements leading to improvements in problem solving." A.S. (Dec. 2021)
"Very scientific, and evidence based info provided clearly and concisely." S.M. (Dec. 2021)
"This course provided a great refresher of content in this area of the field." R.W. (Dec. 2021)
"I found the testing suggestions to be very helpful. I thought it was informative and well paced." J.W. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked Dr. Burns' certainty in the info she presents and that it is all research based." C.H. (Oct. 2021)
“I found it all to be beneficial for my daily practice. It is so important to understand the neurological components in dealing with cognitive deficits! This is information that anyone who is working with students should know and be exposed to. It truly was one of the most beneficial and informative courses I have ever taken. The course exceeded my expectations. I loved it! She was an excellent speaker and very informative! Loved it.” C.G. (Oct. 2021)
“It was interesting to learn how the different parts of the brain affect attention, executive functions, social skills, and language.” M.W. (Sept. 2021)
“This course provided so much information, from etiology to assessment, and treatment. I will use this as a reference for my students with ADD and auditory processing. I learned that working on working memory has definite benefits.” E.M. (Aug. 2021)
"The presenter presented the material in a well-organized manner and I enjoyed the activities to focus on cognition." C.R. (Aug. 2021)
"Development of social skills from birth to preschool, disorders of perception-speech sound development & noise issues are helpful for my daily practice." T.W. (Aug. 2021)
"I appreciated the discussion of the physiology of the different attention networks." E.L. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked the memory activities and the information on auditory processing in general. This workshop really challenged my understanding on cognitive struggles and ways to address such problems at the elementary level." G.G. (Jul. 2021)
"Differentiating between ADHD, ADD, APD is beneficial for my daily practice." S. M. (Jun. 2021)
“The neuro review was helpful, but the focus on therapy was wonderful. I felt it was equally balanced.” J.G. (Apr. 2021)
“I liked that this course differentiated between disorders and provided areas to work on and materials to utilize in therapy.” E.M. (Feb. 2021)
“I love the connection between the brain areas on the various types of difficulties exhibited. Sometimes you can forget about those scientific backings when working day to day. It also helps me to stop and think about what is going on in the brain that might be causing the different difficulties.” C.K. (Feb. 2021)
“The speaker was very knowledgeable and interesting. She understandably explained topics - making connections to previously covered information.” C.G. (Jan. 2021)
“I liked everything! It truly is one of the most beneficial and informative courses I have ever taken - Thank you!!” T.G. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Lissa Power-deFur, PhD, CCC-SLP
Learn a method for analysis of standards to plan intervention for students with speech sound disorders. The method begins with analysis of grade level standards, with a focus on those that may be challenging for speech sound disorders. Next, is analysis of student strengths and needs and the communication expectations of the classroom. Interventions are presented to enable the student to be successful in attaining the standards.... more+
"I really liked the examples of children she presented. It helped to better understand how to relate state standards to writing IEP goals. Analyzing state standards, in whatever state we are in, will help align our therapy with the curriculum in our schools." S.D. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the process of determining appropriate standards to help benefit our speech/language students." D.G. (Sept. 2022)
"Excellent speaker!" E.T. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the organized, logical discussion of the need for SLPs to be mindful of CCSS in their work with students." H.W. (July 2022)
"Good info regarding common core state standards I was unaware of." H.W. (Jun. 2022)
"Reviewing the prior and current CCSS standards for the child. I liked that this course provided me with a new way to show teachers and parents what SLPs can do." C.M. (Feb. 2022)
"Application of case studies helped to understand use of the standards." J.R. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked seeing the case studies. I also liked the section on looking at standards before the current grade level and what is then expected." K.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the information on targeting goals for preschool age. The speaker was very effective." D.J. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the breaking down of the standards into smaller parts, and the practical application to SLP work." D.W. (Nov. 2021)
"Learning how SSD's align to the CCSS. I liked the relevance to my caseload." L.M. (Nov. 2021)
"Knowing how to coordinate treatment with Common Core – presentation was easy to understand." C.G. (Sept. 2021)
"I liked the idea of collaborating more often with the classroom teacher to help out the student. I liked the details given in the 5 step standards analysis and how the presenter used examples to demonstrate them." G.H. (Aug. 2021)
"Analysis of common core standards – I liked the walk through of how to implement the presenter's approach to determining therapy goals." J.K. (Jul. 2021)
"I liked the reference to obtain the common core standards through ASHA." A.R. (Jul. 2021)
"I enjoyed learning the process of using CCSS when developing a whole picture of the student and how to present my findings to parents and educators to encourage academic growth. I thought it was outlined in an easy to follow presentation that made sense for the listener." A.S. (Jun. 2021)
"Using the standards to justify/explain the academic relevance of speech and develop a clear plan of treatment. The time allotted was good and the case studies were helpful." J.M. (Jun. 2021)
"The case studies were beneficial because I was able to see one of my students in the example. These examples helped me to understand the information better and to determine how I might apply the CCSS to my school setting. It was a great presentation." D.E. (Jun. 2021)
"The "why" and "how" of using CCSS. Good visual components." L.T. (May 2021)
"I have a number of students working on speech sounds. I wanted to find a way to align my therapy with the curriculum. The speaker was very thorough." H.B. (May 2021)
"How to incorporate the standards into my practice. The information was very practical." W.S. (Apr. 2021)
"Incorporation of CCSS with a plan of care for speech and language intervention. Easy comprehension of the topic and well presented by the speaker." K.K. (Apr. 2021)
"I liked the steps to analyze the Common Core State Standards and how this connects to our intervention design to help the students we work with." D.F. (Feb. 2021)
"It was very informative and I appreciated the clarity and connection that our profession has to having each student meet the Common Core Standards." J.C. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Kathleen Scaler Scott, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-FD
This multifaceted course will take participants from the basics of Cluttering, on to assessment and differential diagnosis, through case studies, and then into carryover techniques for treatment. All SLPs working with pediatric and adult clients will find it highly relevant and practical.... more+
"It was beneficial to discuss the definition of cluttering and characteristics of clutterers as well as the fact that it can co-occur with other Dx's. I liked the repetitive nature of the material, specifically the definition of cluttering and its characteristics." R.F. (Apr. 2024)
"Assessment and LCD were beneficial topics." G.O. (Mar. 2024)
"The differential diagnosis and treatment was helpful (especially for teens and those with intellectual disabilities). I liked the pacing and topics related to case studies." E.T. (Feb. 2024)
"The Least Common Denominator method, it's interesting how it differs from the Three-Pronged Approach to the Conceptualization of Cluttering developed by the International Cluttering Association. The course was very comprehensive and a good starting point to be introduced to LCD and how to keep it in mind from assessment to treatment." R.S. (Jan. 2024)
"The differential diagnosis of cluttering was beneficial. I liked the handouts and pace of study." B.P. (Dec. 2023)
"How to identify & evaluate for cluttering and how to explain cluttering to families and school teams. I liked that the course was self-paced, had useful info, and had a list of resources." A.R. (Dec. 2023)
"This topic was beneficial, especially outlining the definition. I liked how the course was organized from Dx to Tx." M.A. (Oct. 2023)
"Very thorough explanations of differential diagnosis, treatment, and working with co-occurring language issues. Discussing how to encourage students to engage in treatment and specific treatment areas (e.g. pauses, multi-syllable words) was beneficial." E.G. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the case studies and treatment. So many good examples and resources." K.B. (Aug. 2023)
"Very practical course. The whole course was beneficial, especially the evaluation and treatment methods." R.N. (May 2023)
"This course was extremely informative, the case studies were great, and I liked the section on specific treatment. I knew nothing about clustering, how to treat it, or how to even determine if any kids I work with cluster." C.W. (May 2023)
"The diagnostic criteria was beneficial. Clear differential diagnosis information." N.F. (May 2023)
"All of it was beneficial, from diagnosis to treatment strategies. Hands-on activities I could immediately implement into my sessions." D.S. (Mar. 2023)
"I enjoyed the entire presentation. I valued getting a clear definition of cluttering, information about assessing it, and treating it. The case studies were helpful in the application of the learning process. I also liked the information on EBP as well as the resources I can refer to. Course was informative and well organized." K.H. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the strategies to decrease cluttering." A.L. (Jan. 2023)
"Diagnosis and treatment discussion was beneficial." P.H. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the case studies, specific treatment methods, and the thorough approach Dr. Scaler Scott used for each part of the lecture." E.F. (Nov. 2022)
"The information was organized in a very thoughtful format." D.M. (Sept. 2022)
"Thorough definition of cluttering and differential diagnosis." A.C. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the case studies, organization of definitions, and approach to evaluation and treatment." V.D. (June 2022)
"I have a middle school student on my caseload who clutters so it was helpful to provide ideas for his therapy. I was able to listen/watch it at my leisure and thereby absorb it easier than if I had to complete the course in one setting." C.A. (Apr. 2022)
"Reviewing the differences between cluttering and stuttering treatments was beneficial. I liked the LCD definition strategies and having the example cases." V.J. (Mar. 2022)
"Getting a better understanding of all the aspects of cluttering and what to focus on in treatment was beneficial. Course was very thorough." L.K. (Mar. 2022)
"It was extremely helpful to cover everything from diagnosis to treatment, and to have several case study examples. I liked the comprehensive nature of this course." D.W. (Mar. 2022)
"Great overview of cluttering with practical ideas. I liked the sample goals and treatment activities." A.B. (Dec. 2021)
"I just diagnosed a student with cluttering and this class was helpful in understanding what cluttering is and how to treat it. Good coverage of what cluttering is, and is not." R.K. (Nov. 2021)
"When I suspected a student was presenting with cluttering, it was difficult to find research and specific evaluation procedures, let alone therapy techniques. The evaluation procedures and therapy techniques taught in this course will be beneficial in my daily practice. The case studies and numerous therapy techniques/activities presented were excellent." S.K. (Oct. 2021)
"This was the best definition of cluttering, and I liked how to distinguish cluttering from other communication disorders. Presentation well laid out from general info on cluttering definition and research to evaluation and then treatment strategies." S.S. (Sept. 2021)
"The diagnostic criteria was explained in an organized manner and I will use that as a skill in practice." K.T. (Aug. 2021)
"The new and more precise definition of cluttering will be most beneficial for differential diagnosis. Good speaker who was quite knowledgeable about the topic and was very informative. The topic was covered thoroughly." J.T. (Jul. 2021)
"The therapy ideas for a student with cluttering was most beneficial. I like that the information was applicable to my daily practice. The course was perfect." J.H. (Jul. 2021)
"The examples provided of what cluttering sounds like and what treatment techniques sound like when used. I also liked that presenter provided examples for all age levels. Presenter was knowledgeable about the topic and the previously noted examples that were provided." N.L. (Apr. 2021)
"I enjoyed the different therapy recommendations for the different case studies presented." L.B. (Apr. 2021)
"I very much liked the clear "least common denominator" definition of cluttering, as well as the treatment order. I appreciated that it gave clearer/more specific information that I can use with clients with cluttering, that I hadn't seen in university or in previous texts." R.M. (Mar. 2021)
"I loved the treatment section. Her ideas were so simple but incredibly effective. I liked her different ideas for treatment as well as with carryover and the home practice." A.H. (Feb. 2021)
"Going over the differential diagnosis and treatment principles was very beneficial. I liked the examples and practical treatment strategies." A.M. (Feb. 2021)
"I liked the breadth and depth of information. Going over how to diagnose someone with a cluttering disorder." G.L. (Jan. 2021)
"I liked everything. Dr. Scaler is very clear and explains every topic using examples and specific details. This will help me to identify and diagnose patients with cluttering effectively." R.O. (Jan. 2021)
Presenters: Karin Johnson, MA, CCC-SLP & Catherine Curran, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course presents strategies to teach students to comprehend and express themselves using exposition while participating in unique, creative, and motivating experiences. The strategies presented are appropriate for use with whole-classrooms, small groups, as well as individuals. This course includes downloadable, reproducible therapy resources. Focus is children in grades 4 -12. ... more+
"I enjoyed the various strategies to help the students with expository texts. Very organized course." K.F. (Apr. 2024)
"Great info. I liked all course content." E.B. (Oct. 2023)
"This process is excellent. Having a guide is excellent. I liked having all the handouts with everything in place to implement." C.E. (Sept. 2023)
"This presentation was so nicely organized and the forms are so helpful. The research behind how this ties into speech and language skills is what I needed. I liked the forms and the description of how to use them." K.J. (Aug. 2023)
"I really appreciate how all of the materials are provided so you could really walk into a group and jump right into intervention without a lot of planning." S.B. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the strategies provided and how to connect them to texts read as well as how to use them to write." B.R. (Nov. 2021)
"The graphic organizers with sample text and how to use with organizers will be beneficial for my daily practice." B.R. (Nov. 2021)
"Provides instructional strategies that students can use in any subject. I also liked the metacognitive mechanisms built in so that the students have opportunities to evaluate their own understanding and growth." C.Y. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked how the speakers presented information and then embedded it in a functional layout." M.H. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked introducing younger children to expository texts instead of only narrative texts – can be applied to my own children too!" M.S. (Oct. 2021)
"Very organized with specific examples. And I liked that I can complete it at home!" A.M. (Oct. 2021)
"Breaking down the projects into steps was most helpful." L.S. (Sept. 2021)
"The strategy introduction, modeling and examples will help define and highlight strategy use – highly informative and complete with supplemental materials, bibliography and specific process steps." D.H. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked the forms that detailed the various text types." A.M. (Aug. 2021)
"I appreciate the evidence-based practice and real-life examples." L.M. (Aug. 2021)
"I appreciated the forms, the book and the explanations. This course explained step by step actions to strategies, paraphrasing, summarizing and projects. Thank you so much!" T.D. (May 2021)
"I liked everything in this course! And I can use this information also with my children." J.F. (Mar. 2021)
"The breakdown of each activity that relates to the writing project was good. I liked the very specific goals and procedures." D.S. (Mar. 2021)
"I appreciated the strategies and how well organized the course was." M.S. (Feb. 2021)
"I love the idea of students picking their own topics based on their interest." J.S. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Shari Robertson, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course covers analyzing the entire phonological system as the basis for effective and efficient intervention. Participants will be guided through a case study using reusable templates with immediate feedback provided after each section. Multiple strategies to address the resulting therapy targets will be demonstrated. Participants will gain a wealth of new information that can be immediately applied to children on their caseload.... more+
"It was beneficial discussing how to complete a more comprehensive analysis and also incorporate different elements of treatment within a treatment session. Great topic - very relevant to most SLP's caseloads. I liked the concrete examples and the opportunity to practice analyzing a speech sample - very helpful." R.J. (Jul. 2024)
"The use of books to supplement therapy goal mastery was helpful. I liked the list of references." A.C. (Jun. 2024)
"All of the information was helpful, really! Most important is completing an "Independent Analysis" of the different subsystems of the phonological system. I really liked her walking us through the steps of an Independent Analysis and how it can be used to set up our approach to therapy as well as our goals for therapy." D.R. (Jun. 2024)
"I appreciated the step-by-step instructions on how to complete the comprehensive analysis and ideas for how to target goals in therapy, including examples of specific materials and activities." B.H. (Apr. 2024)
"All was beneficial. I liked the providing of a case study to implement what was learned in the course." B.T. (Feb. 2024)
"Informal assessment was helpful. I liked that the course was self-paced." H.B. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the clear description of a comprehensive speech assessment with students with highly unintelligible speech. The case study was helpful." M.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing phonemic awareness was helpful. I liked that the content was relatable." M.D. (Dec. 2023)
"Loved the books and scoring sheets for assessment. I can apply this to many children with phonological disorders. Excellent examples to evaluate and therapy tools." A.C. (Nov. 2023)
"The use of the comprehensive assessment to analyze the patterns within a child's speech was helpful. I appreciated the hands-on approach to completing the assessment as well as the resources available." E.M. (Nov. 2023)
"This course was very relevant to my everyday practice. I liked the case study." T.W. (Sep. 2023)
"I found this course very practical and will be using the ideas and documents in my daily practice. I found the breakdown of independent analysis with the accompanying documents very helpful. I will be using those documents to conduct independent analyses. They will be useful for analyzing the speech of more severely disordered students." C.W. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the form for analysis of speech patterns and focus on what the child has and uses rather than the errors." D.B. (Jul. 2023)
"The phonemic analysis will come in handy for my many articulation/phonological disorder kids." C.M. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked this different approach to assess and treat my severe phono kiddos. Self-paced, I liked that I could go back and review." N.B. (Jun. 2023)
"Most beneficial takeaway item was: To concern myself with getting students to increase phonemes produced as opposed to always focusing on an accurate production of just a few phonemes. What I liked best: This presentation allowed for practicing the methods discussed by the speaker." M.C. (Apr. 2023)
"The use of an assessment tool was beneficial. The practical application was very concrete." D.G. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the specific details on completion of a comprehensive analysis." C.W. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the assessment." S.L. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning how to do independent analysis to help pick efficient therapy targets. I liked the handouts for completing inventories and developing a plan." A.B. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the assessment portion and the therapy ideas." K.G. (Dec. 2022)
"The phonotactic and independent analyses was beneficial. And I liked the convenience of this course." J.L. (Dec 2022)
"I liked that the course is self-paced." M.F. (Nov. 2022)
"Comprehensive approach. I liked the hands on practice." S.W. (Oct. 2022)
"Very easy to follow course. I liked the breakdown of the explanation of how to do a Functional Analysis. I liked how course was presented in order of what steps to take to achieve what you want to do with the child in therapy." R.M. (Oct. 2022)
"I agree that this type of assessment and therapy will build intelligible language faster than traditional articulation therapy." C.E. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the on-demand nature of this course." C.R. (Sept. 2022)
"The assessment portion was very beneficial." M.A. (July 2022)
"Liked the practicality of the information and the analysis portion." L.D. (July 2022)
"Assessing and analyzing phonology cases was beneficial. I liked the recommendation of testing and therapy tasks." R.K. (May 2022)
"I liked the hands on practice." C.H. (Mar. 2022)
"Practicing w/ the speech sample provided - I liked the hands on examples." R.S. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the syllable shapes and homonymy." C.G. (Mar. 2022)
"Practical information to use in therapy sessions – how to complete an independent analysis." S.C. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the step by step method for analyzing the sound system of the student. Well-paced lecture with a chance to stop and try the methods the presenter was talking about." K.N. (Feb. 2022)
"The understanding between traditional and independent analysis was very helpful in viewing what is best for our most unintelligible children. Considering the comprehensive evaluation to include phonemic inventory, phonotactic profile, and phonologic processes along with a traditional approach opens the door for more complete programming." A.H. (Dec. 2021)
"This approach brings greater consideration for the child as we see insurance plans restrict service delivery. 'Putting it all together' was very helpful for the application of concepts being presented in this course. I appreciated the 'hands-on' use of the forms to organize the assessment." A.H. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked everything. Presenter was great!" E.B. (Dec. 2021)
"Getting the inventory sheets/handouts/assessments is helpful." A.S. (Dec. 2021)
"Tips for helping a specific student with final consonant deletion was beneficial to my practice." E.G. (Dec. 2021)
"The presenter was very knowledgeable! This course gave a whole new way to think about speech sound disorders!" G.H. (Nov. 2021)
"I like that we look at what the child has versus NOT HAVE. I enjoyed the practice to evaluate phonological problems." N.G. (Nov. 2021)
"This course provided a different way to look at evaluating a sound system. Right now, I have a little one that appears to understand and use a variety of language, but so many of her utterances are only CV. This course gave me a different way to think about adding word forms. The forms provided will be a great tool." S.Q. (Oct. 2021)
"I enjoyed the practical tips and ideas to use with my students and how to analyze a child's phonological system." J.T. (Sept. 2021)
"The presenter was easy to listen to and presented the material in an interactive manner for maintaining attention." M.S. (Aug. 2021)
"I really enjoyed the step-by-step approach to independent analysis." K.V. (Jul. 2021)
"I enjoyed the case study in this presentation and the information on evaluating patients correctly in the samples. I also enjoyed the information provided on interventions. It was a nice refreshment in these areas!” H.B. (Jun. 2021)
"This course thoroughly explained the process from eval to treatment." S.M. (May 2021)
"The case study and handouts were most beneficial to my daily practice. The presenter was extremely detailed and explained each analysis clearly and effectively." K.B. (May 2021)
"The discussion on evaluation and selection of the treatment targets was most beneficial. It was a very well organized course. I liked the evaluation forms and the books used in therapy." A.B. (Apr. 2021)
"I liked the actual practice analyzing the case study." L.D. (Apr. 2021)
"Shari has a nice voice, and her presentation was clear. I actually listened to the course twice!" B.B. (Feb. 2021)
"I appreciated the treatment options and ideas at the end of the lecture. The course was very detailed and interactive." C.L. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Courtney Brown, MS, CCC-SLP
This course distinguishes the linguistic features of AAVE, identifies important dialectal features and markers, and integrates contrastive analysis and code-switching as effective pedagogical tools to aid in the linguistic dexterity among bidialectal AAE speakers.... more+
"The research articles are a helpful resource. The topic is an important and interesting one for assessing and treating many students holistically." H.W. (Aug. 2024)
"Examples/Patterns of markers were beneficial to discuss. I liked that the course was quick and to the point." A.L. (Mar. 2024)
"Dynamic assessment components and the importance of contrastive analysis for our AAE speakers. I liked the practical application associated with the research -> using contrastive analysis to support language and integrating AAE resources into the classroom." H.W. (Jan. 2024)
"Very nice overview. Good resources and links provided for those who would like to go deeper." J.S. (Jan. 2024)
"The section on identifying dialectal features and markers was beneficial." G.J. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked DELV as a potential test to use with my AAVE-speaking students. This course reinforced the way that I explain to my AAVE-speaking students that it is important to learn to code-switch with SAE to be able to produce written English. Ability to code-switch as a predictor of academic success because it is an indicator of linguistic ability and flexibility." A.G. (Nov. 2023)
"The specific examples of AAVE were beneficial." J.B. (Nov. 2023)
"The review of diagnostic concerns and assessment was helpful. I liked the practical applications for working with elementary, middle, and high school students." T.O. (Aug. 2023)
"I think knowing the features of AAVE is particularly important and also knowing how to perform a dialect sensitive assessment. Speaker is very engaging. I liked how she does NOT read to the viewer, rather she does an excellent job explaining/expounding. Slides were easy to follow." L.K. (Jun. 2023)
"Dynamic presenter that sustains attention. Specific examples of how to discuss these topics with different age groups." A.E. (Jan. 2023)
"The presenter provided background knowledge regarding AAVE, as well as treatment planning for AAVE." M.H. (Jan. 2023)
"Becoming aware of the language variations used by my students - acknowledging it with them and modeling correctly for written and oral language narratives in the classroom. I liked the examples provided so it was understood the variety of dialects and features of AAVE." M.E. (Jan. 2023)
"The content was interesting." D.L. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked that this was a course about AAVE." V.K. (July 2022)
"I underestimated how little I knew about this subject, so learning that I need a lot of help in this area was beneficial. I have been making big mistakes in my approach beginning with my assumptions on the topic and how I approach assessment and therapy. Moving forward I will do a better job of determining specifics about dialects." L.L. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the suggestions for assessment (do a language sample to determine specific information about the dialect, use narratives, create a criterion referenced assessment) and ensuring a more language rich environment." L.L. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the discussion about teaching speakers of AAVE the power of code switching and letting them know that they do not have to give up their dialect for SAE." S.F. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the YouTube links that provided further information and examples of what the speaker was presenting and discussing." S.F. (Dec. 2021)
"The activities for different age levels was very helpful. Also assessment tools to help differentially diagnose between difference versus disorder. I liked the connection to "do you speak American". I think it was a very engaging activity and something I would like to do with coworkers as I live in the South and dialects are often a topic of discussion." C.L. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the interactive activities provided and the suggestions made when providing therapy for children with AAVE, i.e. storybooks." R.F. (Oct. 2021)
"Good information, activities and references provided." S.F. (Sept. 2021)
"The presenter was extremely knowledgeable. The amount of information that was provided was excellent. It was helpful to learn more about the different methods that are proven to help our students excel when using language, and also how to encourage them to continue using their home language or dialect given certain contexts." J.S. (Aug. 2021)
"The presenter moved at a good pace and had an appropriate amount of information on each slide." J.E. (Jun. 2021)
"Differentiation of dialect vs error. The instructor provided a well-paced, comprehensive presentation." M.K. (Jun. 2021)
"I found the characteristics of AAVE to be very beneficial in my daily practice. I liked how AAVE was described and shown to be a difference, and not a disorder, and how to present it to teachers." M.K. (May 2021)
"I really wanted to take this course to become a better and more sensitive diagnostician when evaluating language skills for my students at the elementary level who speak using AAVE. In the past, I think our special ed. team has placed children for services who really just exhibited a linguistic difference rather than a disorder. I really liked the examples provided and the links to some good reference materials and videos." A.W. (May 2021)
"I enjoyed the discussion on how we can support elementary school aged students through the use of narratives. I liked the organization and flow of information from research to assessment and classroom strategies." J.D. (Apr. 2021)
"The argument about code-switching being the best way for people to learn standard English since it is also culturally sensitive. This leaves the student an effective way to communicate both with their community and the larger business/education community. It is also non-judgmental so students can accept the changes more easily." C.B. (Feb. 2021)
"It addressed a topic that I had questions about for a long time and cited many studies and articles that I would like to read to continue to expand my knowledge in this area." C.C. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Jean Blosser, EdD, CCC-SLP
This course focuses on improving the partnership between the SLP and teacher. Discusses solutions to challenges such as: (1) aligning intervention to curriculum standards; (2) mandates for better accountability and outcomes; (3) the increasing numbers of students with complex disabilities; (4) mandates for alternative approaches to service delivery; and (5) personnel shortages.... more+
"The speaker has an excellent presentation style." S.A. (Jul. 2024)
"The presenter’s intonation and prosody promoted attention and engagement; felt as though she was speaking directly to you. She did a nice job discussing the challenges and hurdles of collaboration in a positive light." C.S. (Jul. 2024)
"This was a good review of the importance of collaborating with professionals and helping them understand a student's individual needs in light of their language impairments. Presenter shared documents that can be implemented in a school setting." R.D. (Jun. 2024)
"Teacher self-assessment was helpful. The course was practical and provided materials to implement techniques right away." E.D. (Jun. 2024)
"I enjoyed the specific techniques and strategies." E.T. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the collaboration ideas and discussing help in the classroom." A.M. (Apr. 2024)
"The outline for classroom observations was helpful. Realistic in explaining that this won't work with every teacher, and you should only focus on 1-2 changes at a time." J.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Practical handouts to use when having conversations with teachers. The suggestions for teachers to modify their communication characteristics were helpful." A.G. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the tools and guides about what to discuss with the teachers. This is where I was getting stuck in my attempts to collaborate. The tools provided will be very helpful." M.A. (Oct. 2023)
"I thought everything discussed in this course was right on point and important! I have worked in the school setting for a very long time, and student success definitely improves with teacher collaboration!" J.L. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the teacher self assessment." S.W. (Oct. 2023)
"Concrete tools for the teacher interview. I liked the focus on teaching teachers one or two strategies at a time." A.B. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the steps for making collaboration work." E.W. (Sep. 2023)
"The advice to select one student/one teacher to begin practicing collaboration is notable. These are common sense approaches that come naturally to SLPs, and therefore we can easily demonstrate and share with others." J.M. (Aug. 2023)
"The list of strategies to recommend to teachers was the most helpful. I liked the list of strategies provided." K.M. (May 2023)
"Learning the scope of what SLPs should and can modify was helpful. I liked the collaboration effort between disciplines." B.S. (Feb. 2023)
"This course was all applicable. I liked using the teacher chat form." L.K. (Jan. 2023)
"I particularly liked the classroom observation charts that the presenter provided. These will be helpful when I am conducting classroom observations on the child and the teacher." S.F. (Dec. 2022)
"The format of the course was easy to follow and understand. I also liked the forms that the presenter provided. These will come in handy!" S.F. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the handouts for talking to teachers, the classroom observations, and teacher assessments. The teacher's self-evaluation and ways to discuss methods to help them change their behavior to help the S/L impaired students in their classroom was good information." C.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Tips on suggestions that can be used to collaborate with the teacher." L.J. (Nov. 2022)
"Research presented to support collaboration was helpful in determining the benefit of this in a school setting." M.S. (Oct. 2022)
"Clear and concise with data to back it up. I liked the handouts." K.F. (Oct. 2022)
"This was a topic that is relevant to my practice. The teacher questionnaire and self-assessment will be very helpful." L.K. (July 2022)
"Great strategies to give teachers! I liked all the examples." H.L. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the teacher self-assessment." M.M. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the classroom observation and teacher forms." D.N. (Feb. 2022)
"It was very helpful to learn the different strategies the SLP can give a teacher to help improve her instruction to students with impaired abilities." C.L. (Dec. 2021)
"The course was good – I liked all of it – relevant to my interactions with colleagues." J.R. (Dec. 2021)
"The presentation and powerpoint was concise and on point." C.L. (Dec. 2021)
"The strategies to improve teaching techniques for communication-impaired students seem helpful." S.G. (Dec. 2021)
"The topic of this online course is extremely important. The classroom teacher is with a student for a longer period of time, and therefore will be able to provide important information regarding various aspects of the child's functioning. I was able to relate all aspects of this presentation to my school-based therapy sessions." I.G. (Nov. 2021)
“There were so many points! One specific topic I really appreciated, was how you benefit from collaborating with teachers, over 1:1 instruction with students. Also, the point about working with teachers = amount, frequency, intensity.” K.K. (Nov. 2021)
“The presenter provided specific tools and interventions for collaborating with teachers and identifying areas to enhance the success of students.” S.W. (Oct. 2021)
"Interesting course. Relevant to my daily routine." A.G. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the section on the teacher's self-evaluation of their own communication skills in the classroom." T.L. (Sept. 2021)
“I enjoyed the discussion on how to initiate a conversation with the teacher for collaboration within the classroom setting. I also liked the alignment of the core curriculum. The handouts and examples given for how to implement strategies within the classroom setting were very helpful.” T.M. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked all of it. especially the collaboration topic/discussion tool for teachers" N.Y. (Aug. 2021)
"The visuals of classroom communication demands and expectations will be helpful to share with teammates. The review of best teaching/communication strategies for supporting language comprehension was good." A.F. (Jul. 2021)
"The teacher chat and classroom observation sections were helpful. I did not realize that it was possible to obtain that much information from those two areas. This course was very informative and I liked the example of the success story with collaboration being used through the coaching of 4 reading teachers. I also liked the teacher forms." D.E. (May 2021)
“I appreciated learning what is and is not within the scope of practice of a school-based SLP regarding teacher collaboration. The course was very straightforward.” K.J. (Mar. 2021)
"I liked the list of functional classroom communication skills. The teacher self evaluation was the most helpful." K.P. (Feb. 2021)
"The presenter was easy to listen to and gave great examples. I liked the handouts that I could use with teachers right away." H.H. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: J. Scott Yaruss, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-F, F-ASHA
Stuttering is a complicated disorder with a complicated history. Numerous theories about the cause of stuttering have been presented, and countless treatments have been advocated. Fortunately, the field has seen a growing consensus about etiology and intervention. This course will provide a comprehensive model of the disorder that can be used to guide both the assessment and treatment process.... more+
"It was beneficial learning to treat not just the stuttering as a behavior but as a condition as well. The information can be implemented in my clinical practices immediately." L.J. (Jun. 2024)
"The analogy of an assembly line or conveyor belt image to show the interactions of language development, motor skills, temperament as they can occur, or not occur, was especially helpful. I also appreciated knowing more about the ICF model, both as a model for treatment of stuttering and also as a model for addressing all varieties of communication disorders. The most memorable statement was that Stuttering is more than just stuttering. By extension, assessing and treating a stutterer is more than just treating the stuttering." D.D. (May. 2024)
"This course was comprehensive, clear and practical. I especially appreciated the attention to parental concerns as they first contact a speech pathologist. The attention to the interface between the patient and all aspects of the people and situations in his/her life was excellent." D.D. (May. 2024)
"Guidance for intervention was helpful. I liked the treatment options." A.P. (May. 2024)
"Appreciated the updated information about the various factors to consider that make up the etiology. This will improve my counseling skills. The ability to pause and rewind, change the speed of the presentation, having handouts to read along. Dr. Yaruss has a clear communication style and uses easy-to-understand, relatable analogies that help you to learn the concepts." L.B. (Apr. 2024)
"The discussion of assessment and trying to determine who will recover on their own was helpful. I liked the discussion of the neurological differences in the brains of people who stutter." R.G. (Feb. 2024)
"The new research regarding the differences in the brains of those who stutter and those who do not was beneficial. I liked the handouts." L.G. (Feb. 2024)
"I appreciated the section on assessment and the different factors to consider. I also liked the format - easy to follow along." T.A. (Feb. 2024)
"The risk factors for who is at high risk to continue stuttering were beneficial. His presentation was perfect!!" K.F. (Jan. 2024)
"The treatment for various age groups was helpful. I liked discussing the importance of minimizing adverse impact." F.T. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed discussing how to treat and assess stuttering. All of the course was beneficial." E.B. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed the presenter's brilliant expertise in this area. The risk factors and assessing preschool children and how to talk to parents about the aspects of fluent verbal speech/communication (e.g., robot analogy) were helpful." S.S. (Dec. 2023)
"The entire course was extremely helpful. I enjoyed the materials and the presenter." T.D. (Dec. 2023)
"Excellent presentation given clearly, and at a level that respects SLP knowledge and provides information based on recent research, including information on theory and also on practical applications for assessment and therapy." A.G. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial discussions included the difference between stuttering and dysfluency, the distinction between surface features of stuttering and experience of a person who stutters including the feeling of loss of control and impact on their life, ASHA scope of practice including quality of life and ICF guiding physical causes as well as broader aspects of stuttering disorder, the risk factors influencing stuttering (genetics, environment, temperament, language system, motor system) and ways to explain this to parents, assembly line analogy and how if something goes wrong along the way, it throws off everything down the line." A.G. (Dec. 2023)
"In depth on what stuttering is and talking about the whole child with stuttering." M.C. (Nov. 2023)
"The discussion regarding the ICF model and its application to stuttering therapy was helpful. This course helps me to see the trajectory and purpose of stuttering therapy." H.M. (Nov. 2023)
"I found the information about the cause of stuttering to be most beneficial. I liked all of the information that was provided." A.B. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the assessment and treatment portion, and the specific examples." R.H. (Sep. 2023)
"Evaluation as it relates to the ICF model was helpful. I liked the handouts available, examples and analogies." L.L. (Aug. 2023)
"The ICF discussion was very enlightening. Learning how to look at the behavior and also the effect on a person's daily life. I liked the evidence based discussion." T.G. (Aug. 2023)
"I work with adults but personally my son stutters. I have gained a better understanding of the disorder and how to help him in daily life." S.O. (Jul. 2023)
"Very clear and well-organized course. The speaker is obviously very knowledgeable. I liked the emphasis on the big picture and life impact when discussing stuttering." M.L. (May 2023)
"I liked the overview and the ease of learning this material." D.G. (May 2023)
"Stuttering assessment and treatment. Very detailed and thorough presentation." A.R. (May 2023)
"Good general overview. Dr. Yaruss was very engaging and easy to listen to!" K.P. (May 2023)
"Great content, well organized and clearly presented. I feel the emotions behind stuttering for my students needs to be addressed and explored further. They are moving to a stage and age when these discussions need to happen, and I feel more comfortable now addressing it after this course." L.W. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked this holistic approach." A.R. (Feb. 2023)
"Great course. I liked the information about stuttering disorder versus stuttering behavior." S.G. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the ICF framework information and the real-life application suggestions." K.M. (Dec. 2022)
"The concept of behavior vs disorder was very revealing. The idea of "loss of control" was impactful. I liked the ability to rewind and listen to information a second time to grasp the concept." J.L. (Dec. 2022)
"Simple and effective techniques described. Assurance that it's okay to talk about stuttering with the client." J.A. (Nov. 2022)
"Very clear, easy to follow, the speaker is not boring!" A.M. (Nov. 2022)
"The speaker was very well-spoken and presented information in an easy-to-learn manner." R.J. (Nov. 2022)
"I appreciated the discussion of factors that contribute to the prognosis for preschoolers becoming fluent communicators. I also appreciated the recommendations for explaining those choices to parents." J.W. (Oct. 2022)
"I especially liked the discussion of risk factors. Everything was very clearly presented. It is helpful to be aware of the most current research regarding stuttering." R.W. (Oct. 2022)
"I appreciated the presenter's emphasis on treating all aspects of stuttering, not just what a stutter sounds like. Course was well organized and presented clearly." C.M. (Sept. 2022)
"I appreciated the review of the various preschool risk factors that make it less likely for recovery to occur. I also found it interesting that initial severity does not act as an indicator for chronicity." A.M. (Sept. 2022)
"There were several topics and discussions that I found most beneficial during this session. For example, the targeted treatment, the review of ASHA Scope of Practice, key ICF concepts, and the WHO's ICF Framework applied to stuttering." J.F. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the incorporation of the ICF format. Scott was very knowledgeable and easy to listen to." K.S. (Aug. 2022)
"Scott Yaruss is very thorough and I can relate to him very well. I liked the review of current concepts and guidance for interventions." L.B. (Aug. 2022)
"Dr. Yaruss's practical discussion of the causes of stuttering and statements on the goals for speech-language pathologists to follow given the ICF model during treatment was beneficial. Also, I liked his presentation on neurological changes that have been noted in individuals who stutter." P.B. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the concept of taking all aspects of the child's life into consideration when planning therapy and approaches to best help individual students." A.A. (June 2022)
"This course was very organized and the instructor was easy to listen to. I really liked his description of the scope of the disorder, and the holistic approach. I appreciated the explanation of the disorder including more than the frequency/severity of disfluencies, and also really liked the options for evaluation." C.M. (June 2022)
"Fabulous speaker - very easy to learn from. I liked the assessment and preschool stuttering outcomes." C.M. (June 2022)
"This course was a concise yet thorough update on current ideas and knowledge of where research is going. It was a good overview that we need multiple approaches to treat this complex disorder." A.A. (June 2022)
"Easy to understand and follow with great information." M.C. (June 2022)
"I enjoyed the sections on the cause of stuttering, and assessing children with their motor and language skills to help make a treatment diagnosis." A.A. (Mar. 2022)
"It was beneficial learning to treat a student in all aspects of life, not just the behavioral parts of stuttering." A.A. (Mar. 2022)
"Thorough definitions and explanations and applicable approaches to treatment. Comprehensive language / approaches to working with patients who stutter." M.C. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the treatment of adverse impacts." K.M. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked that this course reviewed assessment strategies, what stuttering is, and risk factors." J.D. (Jan. 2022)
"He gave a lot of background information and current research that was helpful." C.S. (Dec. 2021)
"This discussion was helpful to understand the thinking about the behaviors vs. the disorder. This online course was very clear with great examples! I also appreciated having the ability to print out the slides so I can refer to them easily when I need to in the future." C.B. (Dec. 2021)
"The topic I found most beneficial for my daily practice would be focusing on more than just teaching strategies and techniques to students who stutter. It is also important to reduce the adverse affects of stuttering on their lives. The presenter was great." J.D. (Dec. 2021)
"The entire course was amazing and will help me in my work!" G.J. (Nov. 2021)
"I found the ICF framework very interesting. I never looked at that aspect of assessment that way before. I never looked at how to incorporate the speakers emotional impact with the behavioral aspect. Mr. Yaruss was very knowledgeable and interesting to listen to. He brought up many of his experiences." N.H. (Nov. 2021)
"The IFC framework and thinking about the surface versus deeper components of stuttering. I liked being able to stop and go as I needed." A.R. (Nov. 2021)
"I especially appreciated the importance of supporting parents even when the child's level of need may not have been as great - this rings true and speaks to the experience of the speaker. It covered exactly what I wanted to learn, exactly as promised/outlined." L.B. (Nov. 2021)
"I rarely have clients who stutter at the Long Term Care facility where I work, however, at this point in their lives, the impact of making their needs known quickly and effectively is important to their comfort and health, since most are completely dependent on staff. Dr. Yaruss makes logical moves through the information, which are easy to follow and understand." G.S. (Sept. 2021)
“I enjoyed looking at stuttering through the ICF model; this provides a "whole picture" view of the disorder and is beneficial in planning evaluation and treatment.” L.M. (Aug. 2021)
"The material is easily accessible and related to preschoolers." M.G. (Jul. 2021)
"I liked the information on impact vs. severity and the different point of view." G.G. (Jul. 2021)
"Consideration of the impact of language differences, motor difference and reactivity differences are great topics discussed. I liked the examples the presenter provided in comparing the different components of speech as robots in an assembly line and the impact on speech fluency when one of them is not performing as it should. Treating the whole person-the impairment on the individual's life and not just the stuttering behavior." M.M. (Jun. 2021)
"I enjoyed learning more about all the factors that impact/contribute to dysfluencies and how they interact with one another. His description of all that goes into speaking and that a break down in one of those pieces lead to a stutter moment was important. I like how he talks about the whole disorder and the multifaceted nature of stuttering." S.H. (Jun. 2021)
“It's hard to say what I liked best. I think every area that was covered in the course provided such a wealth of comprehensive, practical, and functional information. As a clinician, each component covered will further my skills in the assessment and treatment of stuttering.” L.A. (Mar. 2021)
“It was very beneficial to see stuttering from a different perspective. I need to remember that my job is to help improve my client's quality of life. That means that it may be different from one student who stutters to another. I loved the way that Dr. Yaruss gave multiple examples of what he meant.” N.P. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Marge Blanc, MA, CCC-SLP
This NLA Level 2 Course serves as the follow up to the NLA Level 1 Course (see course #e82). Discussed will be treatment for autistic children who use echolalia or who have used echolalia at an earlier stage in their language development. Treatment contexts, activities, and planning are illustrated through video clips, language transcripts, and discussion. ... more+
"Treatment for gestalt language processors was helpful. I enjoyed the video clips that took place in actual therapy sessions." I.J. (Aug. 2024)
"All of the information was beneficial. The whole topic is so relevant. I enjoyed the videos and practical examples." S.C. (Aug. 2024)
"Language samples and videos of scenarios were helpful. How to see the patterns in language samples to relate to the here and now, as well as new experiences to continue to grow and develop." M.D. (Aug. 2024)
"It is very good to know that ASD children are following a natural language acquisition that sounds funny because it is gestalt fashion. Also it is good to know how to advance them through the gestalt natural language acquisition toward spontaneous grammar. The course was very interesting and easy to listen to and follow along. Marge made it fun." S.B. (Aug. 2024)
"The understanding that echolalia in autism indicates a language delay and not a disorder. I enjoyed the videos and the assessment and treatment activities." J.V. (Aug. 2024)
"Having kids be regulated and incorporating that into session was helpful. I enjoyed the videos and watching the boy's progress." H.C. (Aug. 2024)
"Examples and ability to watch therapy/practice were beneficial. I liked the videos and explanation of application." T.M. (Aug. 2024)
"It was beneficial interpreting assessment results and understanding the contribution of self-regulation. I enjoyed the videos and language sample examples." B.R. (Aug. 2024)
"I was especially grateful for the video models with analysis! The importance of regulation as a foundation to communication was beneficial, as well!" N.G. (Aug. 2024)
"Watching the videos and seeing the language transcripts with Marge's explanation was helpful. It is tricky to tease out gestalt from mitigations or even when it is spontaneous or mixture of them. Her reasoning was helpful to hear how she rated the phrases." S.D. (Aug. 2024)
"This entire course will be beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the inclusion of video examples and the pace." B.M. (Aug. 2024)
"The video samples and explanation of the NLA levels by the presenter was beneficial. I enjoyed all of the real-life video samples. This will make it easier for me to record and watch videos for children on my caseload in order to complete the NLA protocol to determine their NLA stage." A.M. (Aug. 2024)
"It was helpful to learn about choosing mitigable phrases in Stage 2 that will make Stage 4 grammar learning easier. I liked the video examples and explanations using real life examples." A.B. (Aug. 2024)
"Great usable information! Clearly stated and described. I loved the specific examples of possible NLA statements to build upon." P.I. (Aug. 2024)
"It was beneficial discussing how regulation is really important to our practice. I liked the real-life examples." M.F. (Aug. 2024)
"Treatment and goal writing for the NLA population was helpful. I enjoyed the samples of treatment videos." L.H. (Jul. 2024)
"Video examples of children and their stages were beneficial. I liked the depth of information presented." C.F. (Jul. 2024)
"The distinctions of stage 2 versus stage 3 in NLA were beneficial to discuss. I liked the passion the presenter demonstrates. I also like the notes on making goals that are helpful for the child's regulation and autonomy that are linguistically based." M.L. (Jul. 2024)
"I enjoyed hearing examples of language to model, and seeing videos about how to apply these practices." J.C. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the discussion that Gestalt Language processors are developing language naturally. ASD kids that are GLPs are language-delayed, not disordered. Echolalia signals a delay, not a disorder. I liked the videos and analysis of the students by Marge." T.E. (Jul. 2024)
"I appreciated the specific examples of children's language at various NLA stages and I especially appreciated the explanations of what the therapists were doing in the examples to build off of the child's gestalts/current language level. I enjoyed the examples and detailing what stage of NLA they were at." K.W. (Jul. 2024)
"Reviewing the different stages children with autism go through was beneficial. I liked that Marge reviewed the information several times." P.T. (Jul. 2024)
"It was beneficial discussing providing redundancy to help students learn mitigable gestalts." A.W. (Jul. 2024)
"How to help move a child through each stage of language development was helpful." S.D. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing the importance of self-regulation and identification of easily mitigable utterances were beneficial. I liked the dialogues of the children and the responses of the SLP." D.T. (Jul. 2024)
"When discussing the stages of Natural Language Acquisition, it was helpful to have the slides of the language sample/script and discuss them. The videos with the scripts provided too, showing the examples of when something might sound more "gestalty" even though it is progress and then breaking down why it is or isn't." P.N. (Jun. 2024)
"Treatment examples and ideas for personal implementation were helpful. I liked the language samples and examples from previous sessions." S.R. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussion related to activities was beneficial." P.S. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial discussing that some gestalt language processors develop language without intervention/ Thinking about child-led, play-based sessions. I enjoyed listening to Marge Blanc's enthusiasm and examples." J.M. (Jun. 2024)
"More detail into levels of NLA and moving through them was beneficial. I liked the examples of therapy." S.F. (Jun. 2024)
"Lots of review of the stages of gestalt language processing was very helpful to keep it in my brain. I liked the video demonstrations." C.S. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial reminders of how to look at language history and analyze language level. Lots of videos!" B.M. (Jun. 2024)
"Loved all the treatment ideas and how important it is to understand the difference between stages." K.J. (May 2024)
"Beneficial strategies to facilitate the child to move to a more advanced level. I liked that I could take the course at my own pace, and I could go back and rewatch." C.G. (May 2024)
"How to incorporate strategies into treatment was beneficial. I enjoyed the videos plus transcripts." E.R. (May 2024)
"I enjoyed watching the videos and then reviewing the language sample to better understand the stage levels and how to implement treatment." C.L. (May 2024)
"Ways to build models off of a child's own gestalts was beneficial. I enjoyed all of the video examples!" R.D. (May 2024)
"Supporting movement between NLA stages and identification of utterances from the various stages. I found the video examples to be extremely helpful, especially with the follow-up analysis." M.H. (May 2024)
"The Stages of NLA, especially the concept that as the client acquires self-generated language, their MLU may return to only 1 to 2 words, which is OK. I found the videos and case studies to be beneficial to my learning." M.K. (May 2024)
"Discussing the importance of sensorimotor was helpful. The course was easy to understand." K.T. (Apr. 2024)
"Beneficial discussion that it is best supporting gestalt learners through supporting other qualities. I liked seeing video examples of sessions." D.S. (Apr. 2024)
"Helpful to see how to implement the technique in videos for children with self-regulation needs." A.S. (Apr. 2024)
"Relating the sensorimotor and physical competence to achievement of linguistic outcomes was helpful. I liked the case examples." K.P. (Apr. 2024)
"Understanding the use of different language levels by children and how they can go up and down the stages." M.L. (Apr. 2024)
"I enjoyed video examples of patients and their scripts." K.B. (Apr. 2024)
"Treatment considerations and review of procedures were beneficial. I liked the organization of resources such as handouts and forms provided." E.K. (Apr. 2024)
"How to report progress was helpful and how to build on a child's echolalia, modeling considerations. Provided lots of information that I was lacking." R.M. (Apr. 2024)
"Examples of treatment sessions and ways to model easily mitigable language were helpful. I liked ALL the videos that make it all make sense." L.H. (Apr. 2024)
"I have several GLPs and this was all helpful. I liked the videos and discussion/analysis of language samples." P.H. (Apr. 2024)
"Great videos with transcripts. Keeping in mind that it is a process that takes time." S.H. (Apr. 2024)
"The videos were helpful to gain better understanding of the interactions between client and patient." C.C. (Apr. 2024)
"I loved the use of gross motor activities to be included throughout each session. Glad to see videos as examples this time." S.B. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the discussion that part of your treatment needs to help the child self-regulate - an essential part is set up of room/space to include motor sensory activities." J.J. (Apr. 2024)
"Honestly all of the course was great. Great examples, easy to understand, all info was relevant." J.L. (Apr. 2024)
"The review of a neurotypical gestalt language processor versus an ASD gestalt language processor was both interesting and fascinating. Marge’s presentation style! It was very easy to follow." K.M. (Mar. 2024)
"This information all applies to my daily work, so all of it was beneficial. I liked the instructor's passion and knowledge." E.H. (Mar. 2024)
"How to apply gestalt language processing theory to treatment. I have already used "it's" and "I'm" and he's starting to use them in different ways! It's truly amazing how much this will help in my sessions. I liked the video examples! And the focus on treatment." S.F. (Mar. 2024)
"The examples of supporting the child's sensory-motor needs are so important. Too often we think we have to sit at a desk to learn language, but the opposite is true. I'm always answering "no" to, "Don't you want him at his desk?". The videos were so informative. It's one thing to discuss it, it's another to see and hear it." K.C. (Mar. 2024)
"The discussion of how neurodivergent children move through the levels and the examples of how language can be modeled to help with mitigation was beneficial." A.R. (Mar. 2024)
"Examples of therapy activities and ways to pick pieces from a child's gestalt to model additional phrases. I loved how the importance of regulation was a key topic toward the end of this course." K.H. (Mar. 2024)
"It was beneficial discussing ways I can model language during a therapy session. I enjoyed the real-life examples provided." C.K. (Mar. 2024)
"Mitigating phrases and words from whole gestalts was beneficial. I enjoyed the video examples." B.B. (Mar. 2024)
"I love the insight that gestalts are meaningful and not something we need to try to eliminate. Definitely as an older SLP I had been taught that echolalic speech was not a part of a normal developmental pattern for speech. I liked the examples of mitigation developing into more complex communication." S.W. (Mar. 2024)
"Watching the videos and being able to read the transcript and then seeing which stage each utterance falls into. I loved seeing the videos and taking the child's regulations into consideration. I had not considered how important physical movement could be to regulation and communication." C.V. (Mar. 2024)
"The different ways kids learn their language was helpful to discuss. The course kept my interest." K.B. (Mar. 2024)
"The videos and the scripts, as well as the discussion, helped me understand the particular parts of the language acquisition; thank you! The videos are great!" N.L. (Mar. 2024)
"Information about the different stages was useful, as well as watching videos of children in therapy sessions with explanation of stages. I liked that I was able to study at my own pace." A.H. (Mar. 2024)
"Understanding the use of easily mitigated language models and relevance. I liked the videos and the transcriptions." L.Z. (Mar. 2024)
"The therapy techniques and strategies were helpful. I liked the tips and tricks for facilitating play-based intervention." S.B. (Feb. 2024)
"Specific treatment ideas while recognizing each child will have different interests/preferences was beneficial. I liked the fact that the course was self-paced." I.T. (Feb. 2024)
"Recognizing how there is a naturalness to autistic language development even in the presence of echolalia. I liked the specific examples." J.J. (Feb. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss regulation and motor coordination along with SLP coordinating with OTs." C.W. (Feb. 2024)
"Including sensory regulation was beneficial to discuss. I enjoyed the videos." B.M. (Feb. 2024)
"Thank you for a wonderful course. Truly inspiring to see the love for our practice be creatively applied in such an impactful way!" V.R. (Feb. 2024)
"The assessment of levels and videos were helpful." S.W. (Feb. 2024)
"I really enjoyed all of the content. Course was self-paced and presented in a manner that was easy to understand! Excellent topic." S.P. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked the examples of structured therapy sessions." K.G. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked the scenarios and scaffolding for stages of language learning from echolalia to self-generated learning." A.G. (Jan. 2024)
"Treatment considerations, ways to mitigate to help move students to self-generated grammar, and ways to report progress were beneficial. Videos and written language samples were helpful." C.M. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing how to apply the NLA treatment in my current practice was helpful." J.L. (Jan. 2024)
"It is so important that our kids are understood and this course gives me greater confidence to more fluidly explain NLA and GLPs. The videos, transcripts, and explanations were priceless. Definitely going to rewatch these sections. There are many students at my school who are GLP, and they are often misunderstood by teachers, especially the older elementary and middle school students. My SLP team is currently providing training for our teaching staff and advocacy for these students." S.P. (Jan. 2024)
"The discussion that Mitigation of Gestalts and GLP is part of NLA and ASD has delayed language not disordered. I liked the videos and transcripts - description of stages and how to mitigate at stages 2-3." G.L. (Jan. 2024)
"The process and stages that a student can go through and still make progress were helpful to discuss. I liked the examples." J.M. (Jan. 2024)
"The videos with accompanying language sample and discussion were beneficial." M.J. (Jan. 2024)
"The assessment portion was useful for helping me identify kids who are moving out of one stage and into another. Also, helping to identify 'where they were and where they are going' helps me provide strategies that provide the appropriate language and sensory motor support. I liked the videos, the clear outline, and the examples that included the parent as my primary services occur in the home with parents and primary caretakers." K.M. (Jan. 2024)
"The examples of different treatments were beneficial. I liked the example videos." J.M. (Jan. 2024)
"The treatment and examples of language samples and how to code were helpful. I liked the presenter's real-world examples." B.M. (Jan. 2024)
"Beneficial review of the stages of Analytic Language Acquisition. I enjoyed the video examples and the handouts provided." C.A. (Jan. 2024)
"Using “it…” Using “let’s..” And just the enforcement of what I am already doing, which is trying to use regulation to activities to help children in combination with play therapy. I enjoyed the speaker." A.M. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked how Marge spoke about giving the child mitigable scripts because I wasn't aware that in NLA, you can do that. I enjoyed the videos and the scripts that explained what was going on." B.S. (Jan. 2024)
"Helping others understand that ASD children who are gestalt language learners are not "language delayed." S.P. (Jan. 2024)
"Treatment considerations. I liked the real-life examples." E.P. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the self-paced format, the video examples, and the comprehensive handouts." J.R. (Jan. 2024)
"The language samples of the two boys and the discussion of them was beneficial. A new approach to the treatment of children with autism." B.F. (Dec. 2023)
"The consideration of sensory needs in order to bring about the child's best language was a helpful topic." C.L. (Dec. 2023)
"The understanding and use of models for various stages of gestalt was beneficial. I liked the videos of real-time interactions and modeling during therapy." V.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Recommendations for how to build in helpful gestalts for later stages of NLA. I really appreciated the videos and the accompanying analysis." E.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial description of similarities between stages 2 and 4, and the "know where they came from" concept for figuring out where they are. Broken-down transcriptions of kids' language, and discussion of what they are showing within that language and why." L.M. (Dec. 2023)
"The treatment ideas given were helpful. Easy to follow course with a lot of good information." D.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial progression of the child in the stages of NLA. I enjoyed the explanations from the videos." L.D. (Dec. 2023)
"The discussion of sensorimotor readiness for language use was beneficial." G.F. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked discussing the difference between Asperger's syndrome and Autism." R.K. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the breakdown of the stages and how to score them." J.R. (Dec. 2023)
"The need to understand sensorimotor needs and regulation was helpful." C.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Understanding that everyone uses gestalt at some time. I liked the examples and videos." C.Z. (Dec. 2023)
"The explanations of delay vs disorder and why were beneficial." E.W. (Dec. 2023)
"The treatment practices reviewed will be beneficial to my daily practice. I liked the convenience of being able to view this course with colleagues and discuss various points of interest." A.B. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed watching the therapy planning/discussion when watching the videos. It helped to bring everything together. I feel as though I will be better able to determine stages for students that I work with in therapy. The videos were helpful!" K.G. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked how this course focused on treatment and used videos to help give practical therapy ideas." K.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Seeing treatment in action was beneficial. I enjoyed the real-time video examples." H.M. (Dec. 2023)
"How to set up treatment for gestalt language processors. I liked the course material, and the case studies presented." S.R. (Dec. 2023)
"The importance of a child’s regulation and to engage in activities meaningful to the child was helpful information. I liked the examples and videos." C.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Information regarding the stages was helpful. I liked that the video clips support the information." R.R. (Dec. 2023)
"This course was a wonderful continuation in learning about gestalt language processors. If you are an SLP treating neuro-divergent clients, this is a must-take course to support their learning style just as much as our traditional analytic language learners." C.W. (Dec. 2023)
"Presenter was quite interesting! It was nice to see videos of her therapy!" D.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Application to practice. I liked the example videos of therapy sessions." M.L. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the treatment contexts and activities. And real life scenarios." N.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Learning how to take a child's utterances and break them down to use in combination (1 - 2 word utterances) appropriately in structured tasks was beneficial." R.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Case study videos were helpful. Beneficial comparison to play-based analytic language learners when it comes to treatment." J.M. (Nov. 2023)
"The section on reporting the progress through both progress reports as well as informal reporting was helpful. I liked the use of videos to model the conversational cohesion." M.R. (Nov. 2023)
"The progression of natural language acquisition in gestalt language processors and developmentally appropriate language targets for different stages were beneficial." J.W. (Nov. 2023)
"Breaking down the stages of NLA and showing specific treatment examples was most helpful! I liked the real-world examples of therapy and the breakdown of the conversations in language samples, and that other goals were addressed." S.J. (Nov. 2023)
"Detailed and relevant examples. The review of the principles was very useful to start the Level 2 course. The usage of videos and related discussions was also very helpful." T.D. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the video examples and explanations. Meeting regulation needs alongside developing language. It was useful to be able to rewind and listen to explanations again." S.T. (Nov. 2023)
"I enjoyed the videos which helped me further understand the methods for treatment planning/execution." C.C. (Nov. 2023)
"This course provided valuable insights into the effective implementation of strategies for Gestalt Language Processors. The videos accompanying the course were particularly helpful, offering practical demonstrations that illustrated how to seamlessly integrate these strategies into therapy sessions. The focus on treatment was insightful." R.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Review of Natural Language Acquisition stages helped refresh my knowledge before looking at treatment. I liked the treatment videos and discussion on treatment contexts, activities, and planning." C.C. (Nov. 2023)
"I think taking more time to provide a thorough assessment by evaluating different communicative contexts will improve my clinical skills." G.H. (Nov. 2023)
"The explanations about observing more than one stage in a language sample were helpful. I enjoyed the video models with the explanation that followed." D.I. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked all of the videos in this section. I often use sensorimotor aspects in therapy with my kiddos, not just on the spectrum but in general. I feel like a lot of parents like the tabletop approach because "they need to learn for school," but there is so much to be said for learning in a "fun environment" that fits each kiddo. This is good confirmation and reasoning for why I will continue." C.G. (Nov. 2023)
"Both NLA level 1 and 2 are very informative. I like that everything comes from the author herself with lots of evidence." D.J. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the many examples provided. I found relief in knowing that my play-based, child-centric sessions look as they should look. I often stress now that I work so closely with parents (who are uneducated about NLP) that they want immediate growth and structured activities." D.D. (Nov. 2023)
"The targets for instruction specific to the level were helpful. I liked being able to see the work in progress on video." K.B. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the visual aides of therapy and child's mitigated gestalts vs just reading about them." A.L. (Nov. 2023)
"Real-life examples and treatment suggestions." J.W. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the examples of therapy and the thought process behind the interactions. The video examples were beneficial." S.V. (Nov. 2023)
"Using gestalt language processing to understand language development with neurotypical and ASD children. I liked the videos." F.B. (Oct. 2023)
"The explanation of the stages of gestalt language development was beneficial. The discussion that the context can influence the level was helpful." M.A. (Oct. 2023)
"The discussion of how to determine what stage of GLP a child is in was beneficial. I liked being provided with examples of how to model different stages." R.D. (Oct. 2023)
"I found the breakdown of the stages very beneficial and will definitely apply them to the children on my caseload. I learned how to use echolalia to generate better language and to slowly move into the next stage." P.K. (Oct. 2023)
"I really enjoyed the play videos that showed children following the methods and treatments, demonstrating how the concept works. I liked the examples of how to move from contacted words to individual words and liked the advice on using verbs the child produces to engage in more phrases." P.K. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning more about selecting language targets to support mitigation. I always enjoy seeing how theory works in treatment and seeing videos of treatment." E.F. (Oct. 2023)
"Discussing how to move from assessment to treatment was beneficial. I liked how functional and child-centered this course was. As well as the constant reminder that all children are individuals and their language development process and progress will look different." J.W. (Oct. 2023)
"It was beneficial to discuss that gestalt language processors can be neurodivergent or neurotypical. I enjoyed the videos and dialogue between clients and therapists." L.K. (Oct. 2023)
"I will be talking about the importance of regulation for our students to access scripts and language. I liked the videos and info about regulation." R.A. (Oct. 2023)
"It was beneficial to discuss how to expand upon a child's echolalic utterances and promote the development of different combinations, facilitating self-generated language." L.B. (Oct. 2023)
"This course gave a realistic view of how to support GLPs through simple play-based activities. I also appreciated how progress was demonstrated, and examples of different stages were given. The implementation with multiple communication partners was beneficial." G.J. (Oct. 2023)
"I understand better now when to add the NLA approach for students who are clearly using gestalts, and also who have what others view as babbling. I enjoyed all of this course." A.C. (Sep. 2023)
"Examples of integrating interests into language based therapy were beneficial. I liked the video examples." S.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Learning the stages of development and how to choose treatment activities that align." C.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Understanding of NLA will help guide language targets as we implement play based therapy. The importance of regulation!!" K.T. (Sep. 2023)
"The treatment considerations were helpful as I work with a large ASD population in the schools. I appreciated the video examples to supplement the principles we were learning." E.R. (Sep. 2023)
"All of it! I found the assessment section immediately helpful. Individual access and pacing. Ability to view again." K.N. (Sep. 2023)
"Interesting course! Easy to follow and informative. Stages of NLA, video examples, treatment ideas." C.L. (Sep. 2023)
"The video examples and language analysis were beneficial. Explanations were clear and the terms were easily understood." E.J. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the video modeling of treatment sessions. The treatment considerations and ways to incorporate sensory needs were helpful." V.B. (Aug. 2023)
"Treatment context and planning were beneficial topics. I liked the way of presentation, well-explained strategies, and role of SLP and OT to work together." V.L. (Aug. 2023)
"The incorporation of sensory regulation activities into sessions was beneficial. I liked the videos and the inclusion of two distinctly different gestalt language learners." C.W. (Aug. 2023)
"I enjoyed putting the knowledge to practice with the examples and case studies and given ideas of easily mitigable words and combinations for therapy." K.H. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the case studies and videos. And that course provided video examples of what was being taught and discussed." E.A. (Aug. 2023)
"A deeper understanding of NLA." N.H. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked all of it. Course repeats the information and explains it very well. This has been very helpful for me." K.A. (Aug. 2023)
"I found having treatment child-centered continues to be most beneficial. When providing an adult model a child centered approach allows the therapist or adult model to provide spontaneous assistance. I liked that this level 2 course went into greater detail in regards to treatment and the videos gave great examples of how a session could possibly go." E.B. (Aug. 2023)
"How to break down a child's gestalts so that they can be mitigated into developing and progressing their language was helpful. I liked the ability to stop and review concepts so that I had a full understanding." J.V. (Aug. 2023)
"A child's regulation is important to interaction and communication at their level. Learning that stage 2 can look like stage 4, and children may sometimes revert back to stage 2 at stage 4." E.I. (Aug. 2023)
"The overall topic was important for me to learn. It's an important topic that was not enough of a focus in my graduate education." S.G. (Aug. 2023)
"Learning that any time, any stage, it's possible to be triggered back to early stage 1/2 gestalts. However, we have to be aware that the use of the early gestalts may have nothing to do with the "original" meaning. It may be simply a place to jump off from into different meaning. So, if we over-analyze those early scripts and gestalts and assume a student is using them for what the media initially conveyed or what they themselves initially used it for, we may miss the current present meaning and usage, and we are not following the student's lead. So interesting!" L.F. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the treatment ideas, especially using the child's interest and the child's words most used." M.B. (Aug. 2023)
"The videos were helpful to see how you're using the strategies presented. I liked the videos, treatment ideas, suggestions for providing feedback and talking with parents/team." E.D. (Aug. 2023)
"I absolutely appreciated the design and content of this course. Learning about treatment contexts, activities, and planning was most beneficial. Watching a session in action from multiple perspectives clarified the multifaceted nature of the role of an SLP in NLA intervention. Watching the kids express their feelings, state preferences, and lead interactions at a seemingly "pre-mature" linguistic stage makes my heart full." M.K. (Jul. 2023)
"I really enjoyed the whole discussion. This material helped me to gain better insight into some of the children on my caseload. I liked the info regarding moving from echolalia to self-generated grammar. Videos are always useful in showing how techniques are effective in a natural manner." A.R. (Jul. 2023)
"It was helpful to see the videos of play-based therapy and language models used. I liked the videos of the therapy sessions as well as the final assessment which summarized the concepts very well." H.C. (Jul. 2023)
"Topics regarding treatment and goals as well as information on the current research. I liked being able to learn at my own pace." M.R. (Jul. 2023)
"Clear explanations of the different stages and interpretation of real life case studies." J.C. (Jul. 2023)
"Gained a greater understanding of NLA, assessment and treatment. I liked the way the presentation was organized." S.W. (Jul. 2023)
"I appreciated the examples of how to address emotional regulation as part of the therapy process." A.P. (Jul. 2023)
"This course has opened my mind to be more intentional to what the child's leading and inclination is in regards to language sampling than my own agenda. I liked the real life videos and examples." L.W. (Jul. 2023)
"Understanding how to practically implement techniques that support natural language acquisition. Seeing that therapy for natural language acquisition doesn't look very different from the play therapy we already implement, it's just the target words that change." R.M. (Jul. 2023)
"Understanding the stages and the movement between stages was beneficial. I liked the video examples." B.H. (Jul. 2023)
"The idea of meeting the kids where they are and the importance of self regulation was beneficial. I had a student this year who was very similar to the child in the video. She did not like people in her space, and constantly licked items. She would elope away from others. Her lack of regulation was not conducive to accessing her linguistics and language areas. I liked the video examples and their explanations." M.L. (Jun. 2023)
"I enjoyed learning about the other language goals that occur during treatment, such as social interaction. I liked the use of various video examples and inclusion of transcripts from real therapy sessions." G.M. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the explanation of how children go back and forth between stages and how all of the language in a particular sample may not be all in the same stage. It seems obvious now, but I had not thought of it that way when I took the Level 1 Course. The handouts were very helpful to organize and preview the information before I listened to the course." L.K. (Jun. 2023)
"Mitigation of core words and choosing the most salient language was beneficial. I liked the examples and videos." A.T. (Jun. 2023)
"I really liked seeing real examples of therapy sessions. I enjoyed that this course was a mix of evidence-based research and real-life examples." H.G. (Jun. 2023)
"In depth explanation and easy understanding supported by slides." T.M. (Jun. 2023)
"Using sensorimotor activities to collect an authentic language sample. I liked how course was broken into sections." A.B. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the sensorimotor activities in treatment and collaboration with OT. And the video clips and written dialogue." L.K. (Jun. 2023)
"Examples of how to integrate motor and sensory needs into therapy. I loved the video examples." E.P. (Jun. 2023)
"The importance of regulation is crucial in moving forward with kiddos, and this was communicated via lecture and video clips very clearly." J.W. (Jun. 2023)
"I enjoyed the many examples of students to follow through this course, and see them move through the stages. I liked the explanation of the GLP stages." M.R. (Jun. 2023)
"The presenter is great. Very knowledgeable and easy to follow. I liked the video examples!" M.C. (Jun. 2023)
"Discussion of the stages was beneficial. I liked the assessment tool." T.C. (Jun. 2023)
"Learning how to document on what you are seeing. I liked that this was an extension of the first course." J.G. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the videos and transcripts of language samples." M.H. (Jun. 2023)
"Learning how to keep the spontaneous language flowing. I liked the video examples of therapy in action and the technical information provided in reference to each video." R.G. (May 2023)
"Comparison of typical language development and gestalt language was beneficial. I liked how other principles of therapy can be combined for all children regarding their language processing style." J.A. (May 2023)
"I liked the treatment protocols and the discussion about discerning Stage 4 grammar from Stage 2 mitigations. I feel like I now have some tools to help my students with echolalia." A.K. (May 2023)
"Specific examples of language models to help with moving to stage 3." M.H. (May 2023)
"Learning how to approach treatment for Gestalt language learners. This course was direct, to-the-point, and with concrete examples." N.J. (May 2023)
"I appreciated learning more about how to better incorporate NLA into my treatment approach. I liked the concrete examples and videos of how this can be used with clients." C.M. (May 2023)
"This course was very engaging - the videos were great! I enjoyed watching the videos of sessions being conducted. This allowed me to see evaluation and treatment in a first-hand experience." W.F. (May 2023)
"I liked the different examples, videos, and the beautiful, joyful approach to understanding these children." M.D. (May 2023)
"The examples that were shown were very helpful in seeing how the gestalt language can progress to more natural language." L.H. (May 2023)
"Treatment considerations for next steps were beneficial." C.P. (May 2023)
"Appreciating the different levels of language development for gestalt processors." M.P. (May 2023)
"Application and use of treatment techniques with varied student needs was beneficial. I liked the video models." M.K. (May 2023)
"I liked the examples of language stages through videos." S.R. (May 2023)
"This course applies to almost my whole caseload. I liked that I could do it at my own pace." T.G. (Apr. 2023)
"Seeing what a treatment session looks like and what are the goals within the session. I liked the videos and real-time demonstrations/examples." K.M. (Apr. 2023)
"The videos were very helpful, and also the summary of what we observed. The importance of self-regulation and the need to respect what a child needs in terms of sensory processing was beneficial." E.H. (Apr. 2023)
"Very relatable and practical. The videos were helpful and I recognized some characteristics of my own students in the children in the videos." P.N. (Apr. 2023)
"I will start using more sensory activities with my gestalt language learners. I liked the information on where to start (i.e., modeling gestalts with I'm, let's, and it's). I found the transcripts and the videos very helpful." H.D. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the helpful models to support a child where they are in their language development and taking into account the process of gestalt language processors." E.R. (Apr. 2023)
"The importance of regulation in treatment with children with ASD was beneficial. I liked the video clips and conversation examples." K.G. (Apr. 2023)
"This course changes the perspective in that echolalia is still a normal language development, it just seems delayed because they can articulate, but very young children can't. I like that this course changes that perspective." R.S. (Apr. 2023)
"Analyzing the stages and how to distinguish between the stages was beneficial." D.A. (Apr. 2023)
"Learning how to plan for therapy." T.Y. (Apr. 2023)
"I enjoyed the treatment portion of this course, along with how progress is reported. The presenter was knowledgeable and moved at an adequate pace. I enjoyed the video examples as well." A.K. (Mar. 2023)
"The idea that natural language modeling can be used, not just with our analytic processors but with our kids with echolalia and very little self-generated language as well, with the goal of moving ALL kids to more complex self-generated language." C.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Real-life examples and follow-up analysis. I liked the examples of the language Marge provided for the children and the way it was done." S.R. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning the language to describe what I see in my little clients was beneficial. I liked learning about another way children learn language and how to use that in therapy." B.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Case-based discussion. I liked the reference to individuals who have worked through NLA." L.S. (Mar. 2023)
"I enjoyed the discussion of how regulation can impact language development. The videos and transcripts were helpful." J.D. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the video examples of the process in action. Learning how to analyze the language sample to pull out meaningful targets." E.A. (Mar. 2023)
"Choosing gestalts that are relevant and incorporating sensory information. I liked the video examples." A.L. (Mar. 2023)
"Reviewing the levels of NLA and how to be aware of where the child is coming from and where he/she is headed." L.V. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the videos of the treatment sessions and videos showing use of suggestions." B.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning how to apply NLA in treatment was beneficial." C.N. (Mar. 2023)
"The videos depicting the way the child was responding to the clinician were very informative." N.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Videos with examples of how clinicians modeled to the child were beneficial. I liked the accessibility of course with ability to rewatch when needed." M.B. (Mar. 2023)
"Real world examples. I liked the videos of therapy." I.S. (Mar. 2023)
"The videos helped with increased understanding of the process for intervention." L.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning to analyze the language sample and then utilize that to plan language targets." A.B. (Mar. 2023)
"All content was good. The therapy videos were helpful to see the children's progress." K.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning how to help with mitigations was beneficial." A.M. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the language development principles and play therapy." K.B. (Feb. 2023)
"All of the material is very beneficial for me and my therapy with my children with autism. The videos present real-life examples which are very helpful." W.S. (Feb. 2023)
"I appreciated the presentation of the different children and how treatment eventually facilitates the beginning stages of grammar." L.A. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the breakdown of the language sample and explanation provided. And the interactive videos." S.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Steps to planning therapy to enhance gestalt language development. Marge Blanc's obvious love and respect for the children with whom she works." L.F. (Feb. 2023)
"The video examples of therapy were awesome! It's so helpful to see what therapy should look like (and very validating to see that my sessions are very similar). The parts all about sensory motor considerations were beneficial. I am excited to find new materials to use in my practice that give kids access to sensorimotor experiences to aid their regulation and language development." J.B. (Feb. 2023)
"Seeing that NLA-based therapy is very easy to integrate into play-based therapy that I am already practicing. Marge is a wonderful instructor. She cares about her patients and it really shows in her work." M.H. (Feb. 2023)
"Informative course. I liked the language development info and video examples." K.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Videos of therapy. Liked I could go at my own pace and work it around my busy schedule." R.B. (Feb. 2023)
"The stages of treatment were helpful and also the importance of incorporating sensorimotor, play-based activities in therapy for optimal language input and output. I am taking a DIR Floortime course at the moment and can see how these two approaches overlap and could be implemented simultaneously for a child." G.G. (Feb. 2023)
"Viewing treatment was beneficial. I liked the discussion and analysis of language produced, and how to make language and sensory motor input part of the whole process." S.S. (Feb. 2023)
"The examples of each child's progression and examples of thinking through what each statement might have meant were very beneficial. The examples were good and the PowerPoint was effective." N.V. (Feb. 2023)
"Practical! Analysis of gestalts and recommendations for goal writing." K.M. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the therapy techniques. There was a lot of practical information that I can directly use in my daily practice." J.F. (Jan. 2023)
"Loved the topic of this course; very informative. Videos and first hand experience." L.X. (Jan. 2023)
"It was beneficial thinking about how to determine what we are modeling with the stage the child is at as well as where they have been." T.P. (Jan. 2023)
"Treatment considerations were beneficial. Very informative course. I liked the video clips." H.P. (Jan. 2023)
"The entire course was beneficial for treatment purposes. The videos were great examples of how to choose targeted language gestalt to mitigate in therapy. All of the treatment videos were helpful to see the material put into practice." A.J. (Jan. 2023)
"I loved the video examples! Learning that even if we encounter a GLP who is already at Stages 4-6 it is helpful to acknowledge where that child has come from language-wise and still affirm the occasional gestalts the child uses. And learning how important it is to follow the child's interests and sensorimotor needs to be able to compete with the media that naturally attracts the child." T.T. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning that echolalia is a delay, not a disorder. I liked the video examples." V.R. (Jan. 2023)
"The instructor was enjoyable to listen to and the information is so important to help the autistic community, especially those who can't explain this gestalt way of thinking for themselves." H.D. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning how I could measure progress was beneficial. And that I could take course at my own pace." T.L. (Jan. 2023)
"I assess and provide therapy to many young children who are Gestalt language processors. This course opened my eyes to a better approach to assessing and providing intervention to clients as well as to explain NLA concepts and considerations to parents." N.M. (Dec. 2022)
"The discussion on treatment I found to be interesting. The Level 1 and Level 2 courses were very interesting. I learned a lot and it is so wonderful to see that those kids who are echolalic do not have a language disorder - they are just delayed. It is also good to see and hear that echolalic speech can develop with self-generated speech. I have new insight in moving forward with these kids." S.F. (Dec. 2022)
"Course gave new ideas! Breaking down echolalia and mitigating it was beneficial." N.M. (Dec. 2022)
"The comparison of analytic language processors to Gestalt language processors and how they are not disordered, but delayed, was beneficial information. The examples were helpful in understanding the concepts." M.C. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the stages of development - breaking down the spontaneous utterances of clients." D.G. (Dec. 2022)
"Solidified understanding that models are OK - even if you feel progress is slower." E.H. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the discussion of picking contracted forms to help with both a gestalt as well as development of grammar in higher stages of language development." C.G. (Dec. 2022)
"Videos shown were helpful." V.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Videos of treatment were very helpful as examples, and discussion of the different factors to consider when planning intervention for a specific student (especially one with significant sensory and motor needs)." K.W. (Dec. 2022)
"Picking out the word that they are trying to communicate in the echolalic speech was really helpful in this course. I appreciated the ability to go at my own pace." M.C. (Dec. 2022)
"I loved the videos. I also loved the positivity and focus on making the viewer feel competent and confident in both our original skills and in our new knowledge. I appreciate that concepts were repeated, but in different and new ways that kept me attentive." L.F. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the discussions about how to use effective language models. The integration of sensory-motor abilities in treatment choices was helpful." M.F. (Dec. 2022)
"I appreciated the discussion about the importance of regulation for a child's language skills and practice. I liked that there were real treatment videos included." M.J. (Dec. 2022)
"Great way to see how to take early gestalts and find ways to mitigate and introduce new/forward-thinking content. Videos were helpful." C.I. (Nov. 2022)
"I came away with knowledge on how to treat each child based on their level of language acquisition and their interests." C.C. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the review of the video scripts prior to the presentation of the video to better watch for steps and needs." C.D. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the specific examples that were shared through videos of children." M.S. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the video examples." T.D. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning the language development of gestalt language learners was beneficial to my daily practice." G.C. (Oct. 2022)
"The use of the natural environment, specific speech production, and particular intentions for each child was good. I liked the course content." S.J. (Oct. 2022)
"Functional material and treatment ideas." K.R. (Oct. 2022)
"I just thoroughly love this model of teaching language development to children with ASD. I have often found children that I work with using echolalia functionally. This is wonderful evidence to tie to my practice." D.J. (Oct. 2022)
"The discussed stage and method of development evaluation was beneficial to my daily practice." M.K. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the information on including sensory-motor experiences in your therapy and that you can do it even in small spaces." A.D. (Oct. 2022)
"Observing treatment sessions was very beneficial to be able to have a better sense of how it could be applied in practice. It was great to see the video clips of how sessions are conducted in the clinic and were great examples which demonstrated how this could be carried out in the field." A.H. (Oct. 2022)
"NLA stages and how to take these into account to set linguistic goals will guide my sessions. I will apply the NLA approach to all my kiddos." M.L. (Oct. 2022)
"The examples from the SLP's real experiences, the video models, and transcripts were good." E.B. (Oct. 2022)
"The explanations of the stages and how to use the assessment protocol to analyze the stages was beneficial information for me." S.H. (Oct. 2022)
"I enjoyed learning of the stages of Gestalt language." A.D. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked Marge's breakdown of the transcripts presented. And determining which stage the child is in." J.Z. (Oct. 2022)
"Liked learning about gestalt language processors and picking language models." M.L. (Oct. 2022)
"The sample language exchanges between clinicians and child were good." K.R. (Oct. 2022)
"All of the information can be implemented into daily practice immediately." N.P. (Sept. 2022)
"Marge is a wealth of knowledge and truly the expert on this subject. I will definitely be using more sensorimotor activities and play-based routines to build gestalts." H.D. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked how the videos went along well with the context and topics the speaker was talking about. It was good to see live examples." M.M. (Sept. 2022)
"This course is confirmation of what I'm doing is best practice. :)" J.S. (Sept. 2022)
"I enjoy how this course is broken down into multiple sections. The sections are rewarding when you finish each." J.D. (Sept. 2022)
"The specific treatment approaches to use were good. I liked seeing videos of actual clients and treatment strategies in action." T.R. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the examples of gestalt models and practice identifying a child's mitigated gestalts." M.S. (Sept. 2022)
"I like that I am able to re-watch this training as I begin to implement what I have learned and explore what this looks like with my clients." C.H. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked all the videos." W.F. (Sept. 2022)
"It was nice to see assessment and treatment techniques in action. Very straightforward presentation. Enjoyed having video content." N.G. (Sept. 2022)
"The course helped me understand so many of my students." K.J. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked that Marge stressed the importance that we have to meet the child where he is and continue to mitigate language and continue to teach to the next level of development, and that we have to consider the 'whole" child in the process---which means that we need to understand what motivates the child, what his sensory needs are and how to facilitate self-regulation and then superimpose linguistic models to match the self-regulation and move forward." M.D. (Aug. 2022)
"The video examples and written scripts of the child's language made it easy to follow the content." A.R. (Aug. 2022)
"The video examples were most beneficial as I can get an understanding of what terms were what stages. Easier to identify by seeing it take place than just being told by an instructor." K.C.-M. (Aug. 2022)
"Use of video examples and discussion was good." J.M. (Aug. 2022)
"I enjoyed learning more about the stages of NLA and where children fall. I really enjoyed Marge's real-life experiences and examples to help illustrate her points." A.T. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the videos." K.B. (Aug. 2022)
"The transcripts of the child's speech and interaction with the clinician were helpful." J.T. (Aug. 2022)
"Reviewing the scripts prior to the videos was helpful - knowing what it meant and what to look for in advance. Lots of repetition of the stages and what they look like. I also sincerely appreciate the acknowledgement that things aren't always easy to parse out." L.F. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the commentary and case studies." N.S. (July 2022)
"This was an Ah-ha moment for me that helped me understand how all language learners fit in! Break down gestalts into usable mix/match parts – non ASD kids use gestalts that sound like jargon and are usually able to break it down into component phrases or single words by the time they are intelligible, so we see those as “first words." The videos were helpful to see the therapists in action." M.K. (July 2022)
"I liked taking a deeper dive into NLA and how to incorporate it into therapy sessions." M.H. (July 2022)
"I liked the ease at which I can use this information in my daily practice with my students." T.O. (July 2022)
"The written examples of verbalizations at each stage of development with supporting videos were good." K.G. (July 2022)
"There were a few interesting "nuggets" surrounding gestalt language processing being considered a delay as opposed to a disorder, which was eye opening." G.K. (July 2022)
"The videos were cute and good examples." S.J. (July 2022)
"Super applicable right away." K.B. (July 2022)
"Information from previous course was reinforced. The videos showed ideas put into practice." T.H. (July 2022)
"I enjoyed watching videos and reviewing the stages of NLA again. I liked the format as it was easy to follow and the treatment section with examples the best." T.N. (July 2022)
"I liked the video examples which really allowed me to see the types of gestalts the clients were using in real time, also reinforcing that we need to follow the child lead and interests is key in working with autistic children. I also liked that I could go at my own pace , take notes, re-watch videos and listen to certain sections more than once." J.B. (July 2022)
"I learned the importance of self-regulation to set up a child’s readiness for language modeling during play routines. Easy explanation, the slow pace helped me stay connected to the topic." A.H. (July 2022)
"The need to cater to student interests and not focusing on compliance-based therapy is beneficial for my daily practice." A.Y. (July 2022)
"I learned the importance of self-regulation to set up a child’s readiness for language modeling during play routines. I liked the many examples Marge gave of clients." J.S. (July 2022)
"I enjoyed all the video examples and transcripts. Real life examples that were not perfect, but a realistic approach on how NLA can be applied." L.S. (June 2022)
"This course will help me when working with echolalic children. I enjoyed learning about the NLA protocol." M.I. (June 2022)
"The blending of the patient's sensorimotor needs with the language and social goals during treatment sessions were helpful." T.C. (June 2022)
"Knowing the stages of ALP and GLP (outlined in this course), I will be able to determine which kind of language processor my students are during assessments. If they are GLPs, I will now be able to take language samples and score them according to which stage they are in (most likely), using the 50% rule. I love the stories and videos Marge shares. It helps to SEE it in action, and then breaking it down afterwards is a HUGE help as well." S.P. (June 2022)
"The videos and explanations were good." S.C. (June 2022)
"I enjoyed the videos." B.G-M (June 2022)
"All of the course was beneficial. I like the pace and information." L.U. (June 2022)
"Very informative and real life examples." D.B. (June 2022)
"The real-life video examples were very helpful." J.W. (June 2022)
"The presenter appeared very knowledgeable about the content. I enjoyed that videos were included throughout the presentation as concrete examples. And stressing that therapy with these children is similar to play-based therapy for other children. It doesn't have to seem scary or overwhelming." M.N. (June 2022)
"I felt this built onto treatment plans introduced in Level 2 and I found the treatment videos helpful. I found it very functional and also I think an important component of working with ASD kids." K.K. (June 2022)
"I liked the overall emphasis on treatment with different children, and seeing therapy in action through videos." A.D. (May 2022)
"The discussion of letting a child have fun and seek what he/she says under the conditions of preferred sensorimotor experiences was good." M.S. (May 2022)
"I liked that it was broken up into sections with titles, has handouts, and audio can be made faster or rewound." R.K. (May 2022)
"The language sample analysis and case scenarios with videos and explanation from Marge were great." M.L. (May 2022)
"I appreciated all of the video examples and explanations of what was happening (and which stages various utterances were considered to be in)." C.R. (Apr. 2022)
"I really love Marge's affection for her students and her passion for the subject." J.V. (Apr. 2022)
"Discussion about stage 2 and stage 4 similarities, differences and considerations was beneficial. I liked the video examples." C.S. (Apr. 2022)
"The video clips provided good examples of sessions." H.Z. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the review of previous course information prior to starting Level 2, and the insights regarding gestalts and mindfulness needed when choosing language models. I also liked the video examples and thorough handouts." K.L. (Apr. 2022)
"I think the need to take gestalts and analyze them for the purposes of mitigation in order to move into stages 3 and 4 was particularly helpful." C.R. (Apr. 2022)
"The live videos were helpful to gain a greater understanding!" J.E. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the video examples with discussions." K.P. (Apr. 2022)
"The therapy videos and explanations were helpful. The easy to follow presentation style was my favorite." T.R. (Apr. 2022)
"I loved learning and understanding that the right therapeutic approach can make a huge difference in the child's development of language. I loved the videos and explanations of what is happening from a linguistic perspective." P.D. (Mar. 2022)
"Understanding that delayed echolalia is just a delay and not a disorder is beneficial to my practice. This gave me something to do in therapy for my students who use delayed echolalia." L.C. (Mar. 2022)
"Videos are very interesting and helpful in describing the language play/modeling." K.T. (Mar. 2022)
"Gestalt learners is very interesting. I need this information in order to treat my students effectively. I liked that I was able to take at my own pace." D.C. (Mar. 2022)
"This was a great course I love being able to watch these in practice." A.D. (Mar. 2022)
"I enjoyed having the different stages outlined of what therapy might look like. Having the ability to see how therapy works with NLA students was helpful." A.A. (Mar. 2022)
"I will be more likely to work with OT and get my students good and happy before completing a language sample. -good examples of how to score-warm and loving attitude towards children reminds me/shows me how to respond to dysregulated kids". J.B. (Mar. 2022)
"I could listen to Marge speak all day. The information she provides and the detail is exceptional." M.P. (Mar. 2022)
"Lots of examples with explaining how NLA therapy works during play." T.K. (Mar. 2022)
"The detail given in relation to the videos - so informative and makes one think. I love listening to passionate people." M.P. (Mar. 2022)
"Great to learn about a topic not many other providers are covering." A.W. (Mar. 2022)
"Lots of examples explaining how NLA therapy works during play." T.K. (Mar. 2022)
"It was easy to understand while offering new information." L.R. (Mar. 2022)
"The language samples written out and discussed before showing the videos helped me to understand what I should be watching for. There were multiple videos included to support the information." E.B. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the treatment and progress report ideas and the real life videos of treatment in action!" J.S. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the videos to help demonstrate treatment and assessment - Assessing children who are GLP and using intervention strategies paired with the videos." S.M. (Mar. 2022)
"Helpful intro to supporting a child moving from gestalt to self-generated language." J.R. (Feb. 2022)
"The videos are very helpful to see how these utterances are generated vs. just reading the generated utterances. Visual context is helpful." J.S. (Feb. 2022)
"Loved the video samples from sessions and appreciated the commentary, especially when speech productions were inaudible." L.K-L (Feb. 2022)
"I loved the videos of therapy that Marge included in the training. It is helpful to see what a therapy session looks like with our gestalt language processors." M.H. (Jan. 2022)
"I found it helpful to watch the videos and go through the transcripts. It was beneficial to see such individual difference between different children. I liked learning that we just need to adjust our play therapy a bit and just a good reminder that taking data is important so we know what the child is doing and saying and how the child is communicating-what level or levels they may be at developmentally. I also enjoyed seeing the mix of sensorimotor activities while using language/communication." L.C. (Jan. 2022)
"How to mitigate and move through the levels to help my students acquire language naturally." D.T. (Jan. 2022)
"All of the topics were helpful. I feel I am re-learning this process of treatment. The videos and illustrations with speech bubbles were helpful and kept things interesting. The simple Step charts and explanations were also helpful." R.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I love the instructor's voice and her love of her students." L.C. (Dec. 2021)
"The idea of gestalt language processing was new to me. I found the sequence of development especially enlightening and useful. The information was a new way of thinking about language development." S.B. (Nov. 2021)
"I love the instructor. Educated and passionate. The course is motivating." J.K. (Nov. 2021)
"The importance of sensory regulation and how it builds opportunities for communicative success was beneficial for my daily practice." J.P. (Nov. 2021)
"The presentation was clear and included repetition which helped with understanding the concepts." M.M. (Nov. 2021)
"The stages of gestalt processing and how you can sit across multiple stages was beneficial for my daily practice. I liked watching the videos and reviewing the progress of each child." K.S. (Oct. 2021)
"The importance of self-regulation in order for a child to be able to communicate and/or interact with the others appropriately was beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the videos along with language samples to see how the child and clinician interacted." C.K. (Sept. 2021)
"Everything about this course is exceptionally useful in how I approach treatment plans for my autistic clients. The course was easy to follow, videos to see treatments in action." B.S. (Sept. 2021)
"The discussion centered around matching language to the sensorimotor activities in the treatment considerations. The inclusion of videos of a wide variety of treatment sessions were good." M.T. (Aug. 2021)
"Mitigation examples for echolalia language provided by the SLPs were good." C.C. (Aug. 2021)
"How to define and work through NLA was helpful and the organization was good." R.V. (Aug. 2021)
"I appreciated the video examples with transcripts, an opportunity to see this approach in action. I enjoyed the pace and the fact that the course was broken up into segments. I find that in this day of zoom/webinar fatigue (thank you, Covid), some presentations really rush the information in order to make the courses shorter. However, I am finding that I attend better if I can watch short segments instead of racing through an hour chock full of information." D.M. (Aug. 2021)
“It supplemented the book nicely. This has been a somewhat difficult approach for me to wrap my head around with children who are significant scriptures. Where to begin, how to adapt my language to provide a better model, activities and language that break down the scripting and build it into more meaningful language units, etc. Understanding that there is a process to gestalt language development. It was all very helpful.” W.H. (Aug. 2021)
Presenter: Joy McGowan, MS, CCC-SLP
Presented will be guidelines for participants to use in determining the optimal AAC system to ensure successful communication across environments. Includes five critical components to consider when selecting a system. Discussed will be the functional implications of cognition, speech and language development, vision, and gross/fine motor skills. Both high and low-tech communication options will be examined, including communication boards, PECS, switches, eye-gaze, mobile technology, and speech-generating devices.... more+
"Use of eye gaze systems and implementation was helpful." P.C. (Jul. 2024)
"This course gave good information about things I need to consider when assessing a student for an AAC device. I liked the videos of children actually using the AAC systems." D.R. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussion of types of AAC was beneficial." D.H. (May. 2024)
"All of the information was helpful. I liked the ease of access; course length - concise yet detailed." I.L. (May. 2024)
"How to implement different types of AAC was beneficial to discuss." C.C. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the engagement - using the "communication grab bag." This course was very comprehensive." K.K. (Apr. 2024)
"Using the PECS system and understanding other AAC devices was beneficial. I enjoyed the thorough explanations in each section." S.S. (Apr. 2024)
"The considerations prior to selecting an AAC device were beneficial. The videos were extremely beneficial." T.W. (Jan. 2024)
"The comprehensive description of available AAC systems for consideration and the criteria that should be considered in determining the effective introduction of a specific AAC system best suited to the needs of a child and their family. I especially appreciated the accompanying photos and videos. This course is one that I will return to for information as the need arises." J.H. (Jan. 2024)
"This course was great! The format included photos, videos, and all sorts of other examples and real-world situations that made it all come alive, real and practical." H.C. (Jan. 2023)
"The explanation and use of eye gaze tracking systems was beneficial. I enjoyed learning about the different devices and watching them being utilized in real-life therapy sessions." T.S. (Dec. 2023)
"I found the information on types of AAC and the assessment useful. I liked the images and detailed presentation." A.A. (Dec. 2023)
"Learning about cause and effect switches versus single message communication was beneficial." H.M. (Dec. 2023)
"The in-depth discussion of the PECS learning protocol was very helpful. The supplemental videos showing the various concepts in action were also very helpful." B.M. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the more extensive discussion about components used to decide the best AAC for a child. Sample videos were helpful." M.R. (Oct. 2023)
"This course offered specific strategies and examples for appropriate introduction to various systems and common pitfalls that were helpful to my understanding. I liked how the presenter laid out the various types of AAC and considerations, pros and cons to each." V.F. (Oct. 2023)
"Good overview. The presenter gave great examples." E.D. (Oct. 2023)
"It was helpful to see different communication systems/apps and factors to consider when choosing the most appropriate one. I liked the emphasis on how to introduce AAC and the steps needed before pushing for message expansion." S.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Learning about teaching eye gaze was beneficial." J.V. (Sep. 2023)
"I found the topic of choosing the right AAC method to be the most useful and practical. I liked the presenter's outstanding skills and was able to maintain my attention throughout the entirety of the course." D.M. (Aug. 2023)
"Very thorough. Great video clips. Went back to very early levels. Good overview of PECS." R.R. (Jul. 2023)
"Helpful for implementing AAC. Easy to follow course." J.H. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the hierarchy of communications and devices explained so that I can better assess the selection of a device for potential students. I also liked the reasoning for what is needed to be successful with a device. I loved the handout provided and also the way that this course was laid out in an easy-to-follow way." T.K. (May 2023)
"I liked every single topic." K.C. (May 2023)
"Discussion on PECS was beneficial." L.A. (Apr. 2023)
"Clear discussion regarding training/implementation of AAC devices. I found the discussion regarding specific skills to target and strategies for teaching AAC to be the most beneficial." E.W. (Mar. 2023)
"PECS information was beneficial. I liked this presentation." B.R. (Jan. 2023)
"Course offered broad knowledge and intro to SGDs. I appreciated the terms introduced that label specific topics and concepts when educating a family using a SGD." A.W. (Dec. 2022)
"The presenter was very knowledgeable of the content." R.L. (Dec. 2022)
"Good details on various devices and programs. I liked the different software programs for the IPAD, the tote idea, yes/no bracelet idea." M.A. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked that presenter discussed various AAC systems." B.C. (Nov. 2022)
"Clear explanations and video examples. Evaluating, training and initiating eye gaze access method was beneficial." C.P. Nov. 2022)
"I liked all of the content. I liked the pace of the course, the speaker and the videos." S.T. (Oct. 2022)
"I will benefit from this course content." S.K. (Sept. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." J.S. (Aug. 2022)
"Good overview of types of AAC, good use of video examples." A.M. (July 2022)
"The in-depth overview of the PECS teaching format as well as the overall application of this system into practice was a helpful reminder of the process for teaching and implementing the strategies to the fullest extent. There were so many examples and application demonstrations that aided to support comprehension." A.R. (July 2022)
"The course format was excellent! Understanding the vocabulary that should be used and how AAC should be used." J.M. (July 2022)
"Lots of specific examples of types of AAC. I liked the lower tech options." D.G. (June 2022)
"Gained a lot of information pertaining to the selection process, implementation, and use of AAC evaluation application. I liked the various examples used with detailed information." D.M. (June 2022)
"Good factors to consider for assessment." H.S. (June 2022)
"I enjoyed the videos of the kids utilizing their AAC's." C.C. (May 2022)
"The information about eye gaze systems and how to evaluate for it was beneficial. The case studies illustrated the information well." S.F. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the types of AAC devices shown – Information was clear." N.P. (Apr. 2022)
"Very well organized. Topic was presented in an easy to follow format. I like the idea of using arm bracelets to help elicit a Yes/No response. I will try out the Choice Board Creator as part of my AAC assessments. The information presented was very useful." N.W. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the strategies to progress language with AAC. The course was easy to follow." J.U. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the info about core vocabulary." D.B. (Mar. 2022)
"The course information was quick, easy, and applicable – selecting vocabulary and evaluating effectiveness." T.B. (Feb. 2022)
"The videos were helpful to see AAC devices in use." L.K. (Jan. 2022)
"Presentation was easy to follow. The information is very pertinent to working with children with communication challenges." S.E. (Jan. 2022)
"Identifying children who are ready to begin using AAC - very clear presentation of the information." B.W. (Dec. 2021)
"This was an excellent presentation from beginning to end. Basic principles of determining benefits and choices for a child were discussed. A wide variety of AAC were presented with some methodology for effective training. Presentation of the AAC in use for a child were very good. Ms. McGowan spoke at a very good rate and was most clear." S.C. (Dec. 2021)
"A great review of the PECs protocol, transitioning to SGD, and different programs available for devices." L.L. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the review of PEC's, switches, and how different devices organize vocabulary." J.J. (Nov. 2021)
"Specific methods to prepare a child for learning an AAC device. Videos of actual users gave support to the lecture." M.T. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the entire course. Great content!" T.E. (Nov. 2021)
"I found the presentation of different AAC devices both low tech and high tech beneficial." M.K. (Nov. 2021)
“The different ways to describe/discuss the device with parents was helpful.” C.H. (Sep. 2021)
“I thought it was a very good explanation of the different systems, with examples of who it would best fit. I also liked that you were able to work at your own pace and able to repeat important points.” T.L. (Aug. 2021)
“I found the evaluation of patients who require AAC to communicate to be very helpful. The examples of patients and what worked/what did not work for them was insightful.” K.D. (Jul. 2021)
"Discussion regarding AAC options and considerations for pre-intentional communicators and/or individuals with cognitive deficits will benefit my daily practice. I liked the videos, clinical examples." L.M. (Jul. 2021)
"The entire course was very helpful. It provided a comprehensive overview of AAC. The presenter was very knowledgeable about all aspects of AAC." P.G. (May 2021)
How to train early AAC users, how to include caregivers, and how to determine the best form of system. Information was presented clear and with wonderful video examples." M.S. (May 2021)
"I appreciated the discussion of various AAC devices and their pros and cons. I liked the inclusion of videos to demonstrate concepts and strategies. I expected more details regarding how to evaluate level of symbol recognition." J.M. (Apr. 2021)
"Learned more about the assessment process and what types of AAC are available, including how to transition from PECs to a SGD. The information was laid out in a logical manner." M.A. (Apr. 2021)
"The detailed discussion on criteria for selection, PECS, and transitioning from PECS to speech generating devices was most beneficial. Very thorough and helpful. Comprehensive and detailed course." T.A. (Mar. 2021)
"It was helpful just to review the types of systems and options available. Also, learning the kinds of skills kids need to use some of the systems was helpful." A.M. (Feb. 2021)
"This was a great overview of AAC and what to consider when selecting devices. I liked the incorporation of videos and pictures of devices. I would have liked a little bit more information on implementing devices with new AAC users." T.K. (Feb. 2021)
"I've recently become the AAC point SLP for our district, and it was great to have the in depth look into eye gaze. Lots of good information." K.W. (Jan. 2021)
"Covered the complex considerations in choosing an AAC system and the strategies for implementing effective systems. This course was easy to follow with a comprehensive overview of AAC systems from simple to complex and from assessment to implementation." S.D. (Jan. 2021)
“It was very thorough but also provided a very good overview of the different options available. The short video clips were also helpful.” L.G. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Diane German, PhD
Presents formal and informal procedures for the diagnostic assessment of semantic and phonological based Word Finding (WF) error patterns. Includes characteristics of three semantic and phonological based WF error patterns, a lexical model representing the theoretical underpinnings of these WF error patterns, application of the standardized Test of Word Finding (TWF-3), and procedures for the identification of WF error patterns.... more+
"Discussing differential diagnosis was helpful. I enjoyed learning about the different types of word finding disorders." R.S. (Jul. 2024)
"I found the 3 semantic and form based error pattern descriptions most beneficial. I liked that I could do the course as slowly as I needed." M.M. (Apr. 2024)
"The error patterns and flow chart were beneficial. I liked the feature to start and stop the course and there was a lot of information." C.T. (Apr. 2024)
"Slip of the tongue, the tip of the tongue, a twist of the tongue. Always love videos. I liked the ease of access and ability to listen at increased speed." A.F. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing the different types of word-finding difficulties was beneficial. I did not realize that a phonological substitution could be a word-finding issue. I liked the illustrations, and flow charts clarified concepts well." S.K. (Dec. 2023)
"I was not aware of the three error types. This course will help me with differential diagnosis." J.B. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the model and differential diagnosis. Also that the test allows for an informal assessment." H.B. (Jun. 2023)
"I have a student with identified word-finding difficulties, and having more background knowledge helps me understand better what errors he is making and how to help him." J.G. (May 2023)
"I learned information I can use immediately to provide a more accurate assessment of word-finding difficulties. Differentiation of the different error patterns was beneficial." M.J. (May 2023)
"Differential diagnosis of Semantic versus Form Word Finding. I liked the real-life examples and videos." C.B. (Mar. 2023)
"This course was very informative. I will use the 3 different types of errors." T.N. (Mar. 2023)
"I appreciated the review of the theoretical framework for the Test of Word Finding-3. The pacing of this course was perfect!" M.B. (Mar. 2023)
"The 3 types of word-finding patterns associated and providing phonemic cues to students were beneficial. I liked the video clips of the children and examples of each error pattern type." C.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Relevant info to my needs. Learning differential diagnosis of type of word-finding error was beneficial." J.I. (Mar. 2023)
"All of this information was new to me. Liked that I could pause and take the course at my own speed." K.B. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning differential diagnosis and underpinnings. I liked the examples and videos." J.M. (Dec. 2022)
"The entire presentation was beneficial - many of my students appear to experience WF difficulties and now I can differentiate whether they do and what type they struggle with." N.A. (Nov. 2022)
"The flow and format of this course was good." S.D. (Aug. 2022)
"Course was in depth and clarified misconceptions I had." S.F. (Jul. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." C.W. (Jun. 2022)
"It was great information and clearly explained. I liked the discussion of the error types." S.M. (Feb. 2022)
"I appreciated differentiating the 3 types of WF errors as well as its organization and how course went systematically through the information." D.U. (Dec. 2021)
"The course had clear visuals with plain language; easy to understand." A.N. (Nov. 2021)
"This course will help me tremendously! I see several students with WF issues and feel now that I can better understand what's happening. I liked the clear presentation with repetition of information." R.K. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the description of the test and its theoretical underpinnings, and how well organized and explained the course was." T.L. (Oct. 2021)
"The presenter was repetitive making it easy to understand this complex system." T.S. (Oct. 2021)
"This was wonderfully taught. I found the in-depth exploration of the three error patterns and the clarity of differential diagnosis to be enormously informative and useful. The presenter's knowledge, organization and overall presentation was fantastic. Rarely do I find presentations so well crafted and organized." D.Z. (Sept. 2021)
"Differentiating the 3 types of error patterns and the best cues to improve word retrieval in each of these patterns was informative. I liked that I could take the course at my own pace and own time." A.R. (Sept. 2021)
"I have a student that I worked with last year that I began to realize had WFD. I wish that I had taken this course sooner so that I could have understood better how to help him. After watching this course, I have a very clear idea on the metalinguistic underpinnings of word-finding difficulties, as well as a systematic way of identifying which type of errors my students are presenting with." E.B. (Jul. 2021)
"I thought it was relatively thorough while still being succinct and useful. I liked how case studies were used so that you could apply the knowledge being taught." K.G. (Jun. 2021)
"I liked that I was able to stop it to process information and think about how it relates to numerous clients." T.E. (May 2021)
"Learning how to determine the difference between word finding and articulation errors/motor issues – the course was very thorough." C.M. (May 2021)
"I enjoyed going over the differential diagnosis of the different error types. I liked that the course was very explicit, repetitive, and had detailed explanations." M.L. (May 2021)
"This course helped me make connections on where my student's specific problems lie. Learning how to clearly identify a word retrieval problem was most beneficial." N.P. (Apr. 2021)
"I enjoyed learning more about the TWF3 and how it is administered. I liked the video case studies and examples of WF errors." R.B. (Apr. 2021)
"The differential diagnosis of word finding types and Lexical model was most beneficial." S.L. (Feb. 2021)
"I found the content all hugely beneficial." L.S. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Nicole Gerami, MA, CCC-SLP
Learn new strategies for mapping out story content and structuring a basic written summary. This course will discuss narrative difficulties for autistic children, explain narrative types, and present a method of structured narrative teaching to help children comprehend and retell narratives.... more+
"The whole presentation was beneficial. Being an SLP in elementary school, we work a lot on narratives." D.P. (Aug. 2024)
"Video examples of how to implement the story mapping elements into practice were helpful. Very well structured course- I liked the first part about learning the components that impact narrative skills, and the second part about intervention using story mapping techniques." P.K. (Jan. 2024)
"I truly love the visual/magnetic story mapping for use with many purposes." K.G. (Dec. 2023)
"The presenter was a clear communicator. I enjoyed learning about a tool to improve telling narratives, including the steps of narrative development." S.C. (Jul. 2023)
"Narrative mapping was beneficial. I liked the video examples of narratives." D.G. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the Story Mapping tool and videos showing its use. And the videos of therapy." E.H. (Jun. 2023)
"This course was very thorough and detailed. Learning more about how ASD kids produce narratives was beneficial." A.R. (May 2023)
"The interventions were beneficial. I liked the narrative language builder and the videos." E.B. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the use of videos of children to illustrate points and demonstrate clinical methods. Discussion of cognitive and language skills needed to be able to understand, tell, and retell narratives was beneficial." L.M. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the video examples and how to support story grammar and the development of narratives along grades and ages." L.W. (Mar. 2023)
"This course provided practical suggestions for helping children with ASD to read and retell stories." D.H. (Mar. 2023)
"Good strategies and demonstrations. I liked the videos." R.J. (Mar. 2023)
"The use of the storyboard to help kids with both fictional and personal narratives was good. Seeing the storyboard in use and seeing how it helps kids go from the structured use with it in front of them to the carryover/generalization and being able to retell the story with the board removed was beneficial information." A.W. (Nov. 2022)
"Good treatment suggestions. I liked the overview of issues in autism that interfere with development of narratives. I really appreciated demonstration of the treatment practices and how to transition them into written narratives." J.S. (Oct. 2022)
"Well-organized information and explanation of ASD impact on narratives. I liked the story mapping for personal narratives." J.H. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked learning about and watching the story mapping tool being used." M.M. (Sept. 2022)
"The story mapping will be most beneficial to my daily practice. Presenter had a logical course outline that she followed at a good pace with video demonstrations." D.W. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked how practical this course was and the case studies shown. The assessment and intervention ideas using multisensory input were helpful." G.H. (Sept. 2022)
"Good therapy examples." V.C. (Jul. 2022)
"Excellent videos of children's story telling. Liked the differentiation between story telling skills of central cohesion, theory of mind and executive functioning." B.S. (Jul. 2022)
"Good emphasis on intervention. I liked the multisensory approach." D.S. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the types of narratives and difference in SLI vs ASD story deficits." M.P. (Jun. 2022)
"Loved the example videos and real life application of the ideas presented." A.P. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the children's narratives and understanding barriers to comprehension." A.S. (May 2022)
"This course really distills a complex topic into digestible, discrete chunks. It provides a nice balance between theory and definitions and practical application." G.R. (May 2022)
"I liked the explanation of the areas of deficit in comprehending and creating narratives for children with ASD. I found the discussion of Theory of Mind, central cohesion and executive functioning very clear, and how those abilities relate to narratives was illuminating. The presenter helped organize and clarify the complex subject of narrative intervention." S.C. (Apr. 2022)
"I appreciated the videos that demonstrate how to use the tools/storyboard." A.M. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked how precise and to the point it was. Pretty much everything pertained to items that could be used in everyday clinic." M.R. (Feb. 2022)
"The examples of story mapping were very useful." M.D. (Dec. 2021)
"The liked the intervention examples. The course was complete and easy to understand." T.B. (Oct. 2021)
"I appreciated seeing various students use the visuals to tell a narrative as well as the scaffolding that helped them be successful. It was very structured and organized to give pertinent information as well as practical, useful examples of HOW to implement successful narrative therapy." C.H. (Aug. 2021)
“It was so easy to follow and was presented in such a logical manner. I liked how it was all brought together at the end by explaining how the material aligns with the Common Core Standards. Much of the language used will be helpful in developing parts of Individual Education Plans for children with ASD as well; i.e., why we do what we do. The video clips were extremely useful.” L.K. (Jul. 2021)
"It was very organized and informative! Multisensory story mapping is a great resource to use to help organize narratives and improve comprehension." B.K. (Jun. 2021)
"I really enjoyed this course. There was a lot of information covered. Excellent, Excellent. I thought this was a great course." B.K. (Jun. 2021)
"Everything was beneficial! The course is so well organized!" D.A. (May 2021)
"I liked the review of the stages of narrative development. I also found the information regarding common core extremely helpful. I thought it was interesting to see how you can work on narratives in subjects other than ELA. It was very organized and informative! Multisensory story mapping is a great resource to use to help organize narratives and improve comprehension." M.B. (May 2021)
"I liked the arrangement of the concrete skills, leading to the complete narrative, and the processes to address narrative skills." T.D. (Mar. 2021)
"Appreciated the explanation of why narratives are so difficult for our ASD kids. I liked how the videos highlighted the explanations of how to use the story board." J.T. (Feb. 2021)
"Just good solid information about narrative development and ways to help elicit this information in children. Very well presented, lots of good video examples." W.S. (Jan. 2021)
“I liked the Executive Function and Central Coherence. Also, the research on differences between narrative skills of children with ASD and specific language disorder.” L.C. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Martha S. Burns, PhD, CCC-SLP
Learn approaches to help middle and high school age students compensate for Executive Function difficulties in the classroom. This practical course reviews the research on maturation of cognition in typical middle and high school age students and those with EF difficulties. Discussed will be attention, theory of mind, working memory, decision making, emotional regulation, and goal setting and how these impact classroom performance.... more+
"Part 2 of the presentation, where she discussed different strategies for specific areas that students frequently struggle with was beneficial. I liked the way she presented it in chart format. I also liked the specific strategies for specific areas." D.A. (Aug. 2024)
"Giving examples in multiple areas of ways to target these specific skills was helpful. I liked that there was a big portion on practical ways to target the skills." K.A. (Aug. 2024)
"I really liked the review on neuroanatomy, neurodevelopment, and suggestions on classroom activities." S.H. (Jun. 2024)
"The entire section of classroom activities and intervention tools was EXCELLENT - practical for teachers/therapists, reasonable for parents, and immediately implementable! I appreciate the breakdown of executive functions and the direct examples of how those are manifested in tasks for middle school and high school students. I also found it useful to be reminded that pre-teens and teens tend to be reward-oriented, not goal or process-oriented." D.D. (Jan. 2024)
"Organizing therapy sessions was beneficial. Applicable content." A.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Functional therapeutic activities and strategies. I liked all of it!" K.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial strategies to use for students that have Executive Functioning deficits especially in organization. The overall course was easy to follow and informative." P.N. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the easy-to-implement routines/strategies to support multiple aspects of executive functioning. The strategies appear relatively low prep to implement into a speech session that will set up students to improve various executive functioning skills." H.W. (Nov. 2023)
"Practical strategies and activities I can use in my daily sessions." S.F. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the practical activities provided for specific areas of need that can be used when working with students." T.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Practical examples in regards to reading, writing, math, language, etc. and how to address executive functioning. I liked the practical examples." J.U. (Sep. 2023)
"The ideas for therapy were beneficial, such as predicting consequences, using graphic organizers. I liked that the instructor gave specific examples." K.F. (Sep. 2023)
"I felt like I could add these ideas easily right away. I appreciated that there were many suggestions for supporting the students I work with instead of just a few ideas given at the end. The organization of the strategies was helpful." S.Q. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the hands-on ideas for warm-ups." D.K. (Aug. 2023)
"I think the 4 quadrant model of facilitated learning will come in handy! I found the anatomy and physiology intro portion very interesting, especially since I really didn't know specifically how the prefrontal cortex functions." N.G. (Jul. 2023)
"Great list of specific objectives under the category of Executive Functioning and techniques for each one. I liked the various techniques and references for further study." T.E. (Jul. 2023)
"Practical uses and activities for students. Examples on how to use strategies to increase executive function skills." J.W. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the ideas to use in therapy. This course was very informative and offered precise definitions and examples as well as ideas to put into practice." M.J. (Jun. 2023)
"Specific ideas to enhance EF. I liked the examples of strategies to implement in the classroom." K.M. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the strategies for helping students. Clear support of content with research." N.F. (May 2023)
"Linking neuroscience to function. I liked the advice and strategies." C.H. (May 2023)
"I liked the discussion on neuroanatomy." H.H. (Feb. 2023)
"Executive Function in the classroom - I loved the Student Planner suggestions - This will be very easy to implement." A.D. (Sept. 2022)
"Provided very practical tips. I liked the speaker's proven level of expertise. And learning the neurological foundations and principles to better understand EF." H.H. (Jul. 2022)
"Good examples given throughout course. I particularly liked the research supporting Growth Mindset since the students I work with have language disorders." M.F. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the session on working memory." A.M. (Jun. 2022)
"Overview of the brain regions and specific strategies to help students was beneficial." S.M. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the suggestions for treatment, particularly suggestions for working memory." J.A. (May 2022)
"The discussion on using planners as an organizational tool was helpful. Also, the use of a routine and how crucial it is was helpful to know with this age group." A.L. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked how the presentation was grouped into two parts. I liked the flow and found it is easy to follow along with and stay engaged." A.L. (Apr. 2022)
"I loved the treatment suggestions for students and will implement as many as possible as I work with teens frequently." B.S. (Apr. 2022)
"Dr. Burns' organization and presentation of the material is unparalleled. She is an excellent teacher and clinician who does an excellent job of explaining the neuroanatomy details, pertinent research and links that with relevant clinical suggestions for treatment." B.S. (Apr. 2022)
"Understanding brain development in adolescences was helpful. Identifying specific strategies to aid instruction in each area e.g. how to complete the planners. The instructor's tone of voice and pace was pleasant and conversational - not too fast and kept my interest." S.W. (Apr. 2022)
"Liked the ideas for therapy. The material was broken down to easily understand it." K.D. (Apr. 2022)
"Good explanations for specific interventions - classroom strategies." B.L. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the information on attention and the classroom strategies." G.T. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the classroom activities, and the strategies to help improve executive functioning." M.H. (Mar. 2022)
"Clear and well-organized presentation. Addressed a variety of issues. Excellent graphics! I liked the strategies to help students with reading and writing skills." N.K. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the information about reading and writing exercises. I also liked the explanation of the different ADHD medicines." E.C. (Dec. 2021)
"Good strategies to use with older students." M.B. (Dec. 2021)
"Practical strategies, activity suggestions, and good resources." T.F. (Dec. 2021)
"I really liked all of the classroom activities and suggestions and the examples provided." T.F. (Dec. 2021)
“I liked the sections on goal setting, improving reading, and improving writing skills. The entire part 2 was great!” A.C. (Dec. 2021)
“This course was outstanding. Useful and practical. I have recommended this course to my colleagues who work with children who have social language difficulties.” R.D. (Nov. 2021)
“The review of the organization of the frontal lobe and the development of its functions was extremely helpful.” J.B. (Nov. 2021)
"Understanding the things that motivate teenagers and how to engage them in functional tasks will be beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the examples of activities and research in neuroscience." M.D. (Sept. 2021)
"Specific classroom strategies, routines, and good strategies for reading and writing. I liked the visuals and info about planners and graphic organizers." I.H. (Sept. 2021)
"Any ways that can help different students in the classroom, especially 6-8th graders will help my daily practice. Liked the activities to help the student with working memory and organizational skills." M.O. (Aug. 2021)
“It was very thorough and confirmed the importance of the work I do. I found it very interesting how high school behavior is specifically related to brain development.” P.B. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked the specific examples to work on to address specific areas of executive functioning. I liked how much information she provided. She also mentioned many ways to help students in the classroom." V.D. (Jun. 2021)
"I liked the many ideas and strategies to use with students. They were very practical." R.L. (Jun. 2021)
“I found the practical suggestions for addressing organization, working memory, selective attention, and visual memory very helpful. These are ideas I can easily put into practice with my students.” K.H. (Jun. 2021)
“While I found the intervention strategies most beneficial for my practice, I liked that the presenter started with a discussion of the neurology behind executive functioning as it was a good starting place to understand what's going on in the brain and why our students may be struggling. Also, I found it helpful to learn about the myelinating and the pruning of different areas of the brain at different stages in life.” M.W. (Mar. 2021)
"I appreciated the practical applications, graphic organizers, and going over the specifics of neurological development." L.C. (Mar. 2021)
"I loved the strategies!! So much information!!" M.B. (Jan. 2021)
"I enjoyed the suggestions for students in goal setting." M.V. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Mirla G. Raz, MEd, SLP
This course will focus on the role of the SLP in helping parents minimize their child's disfluencies. Different home environments will be discussed in their relation to stuttering. Includes discussion of when to recommend fluency therapy, what should be in place for therapy to succeed, viewpoints and questions a SLP may encounter, and appropriate responses to these questions. Focus is children ages 2-5.... more+
"The modeled responses for responding to potential parental questions were beneficial. Well organized and clear presentation." J.H. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the ways to give advice to parents. Slow rate of speech, concise info." M.K. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing when to seek help was beneficial. I liked the course topic." D.M. (Jun. 2024)
"Amount of helpful information presented was beneficial. Raising my toddler daughter, who has occasionally exhibited some stuttering!" E.G. (Jun. 2024)
"I especially appreciated the attention given to understanding the home environment and family attitudes that may surround the child who stutters. This is an integral part of the therapist's plan for an intervention program that can work for the child. The information was clear, beautifully well-organized and detailed, plus very practical and available for immediate use." D.D. (May. 2024)
"I liked the examples." A.F. (May. 2024)
"Parental advice was beneficial." A.F. (May. 2024)
"Home descriptions were helpful. I liked the suggestions to give to parents." L.G. (Feb. 2024)
"Statistics about stuttering were helpful. I liked the discussion over the different home environments and how they impact fluency." T.A. (Feb. 2024)
"Beneficial information on how to discuss techniques for the home setting with parents. Practical and easy to implement advice." A.W. (Jan. 2024)
"Relevant information and direct suggestions. Discussing the factors influencing stuttering behavior and best interventions was beneficial." E.N. (Dec. 2023)
"Practical tips for advising parents. The review of statistics was helpful. I liked the description of different types of household environments." A.G. (Nov. 2023)
"Easy to listen to presentation. Excellent refresher information on early stuttering." J.C. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the if...then...examples and considering the home environment." E.B. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the stuttering facts and how important it is to get parent involvement before direct therapy begins. I found it beneficial to have ideas on responding to parents' questions and concerns. I liked the concise, slow manner in which the speaker described aspects of stuttering as it pertains directly to preschool children. I appreciated learning how parenting styles impact a CWS's ability to regain fluency." J.M. (Oct. 2023)
"Realistic ideas of how to answer typical parent questions. The speaker was easy to listen to and learn from." A.V. (Aug. 2023)
"This course was organized and thorough. The percentages of disfluency incidence are helpful." A.S. (Aug. 2023)
"The suggestions given for parents of what to do and not do in response to stuttering were helpful. As well as speaking to the importance of indirect therapy rather than direct therapy." C.T. (Jul. 2023)
"Do's and dont's when counseling parents was a beneficial topic. I liked the course format." A.C. (May 2023)
"Discussing the different types of home environments and how they can affect fluency was beneficial. The presentation was easy to follow, concise, and included practical information." J.C. (May 2023)
"I appreciated references to the literature and suggestions on how to apply this to practice. I liked that this was a very clearly laid out presentation with frequent references to studies to back up the suggestions." L.P. (Apr. 2023)
"This content can be easily applied to practice with the clear examples given. I liked the detailed if, then scenarios on frequent questions that parents may ask." K.K. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the advice to give to parents regarding the home environment." S.D. (Jan. 2023)
"Great recommendations. I loved the clarity and ease of course access." K.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the discussion on common parent questions and suggested SLP responses. I liked the course format." A.M. (Nov. 2022)
"I appreciated the whole course. All of the valuable information regarding CWS and the valuable suggestions/strategies for the family/home environment." M.B. (Nov. 2022)
"I loved the examples given and recommendations for each situation. Course was easy to follow and slides gave a lot of information you can go back to." A.C. (Oct. 2022)
"Presented up-to-date information about stuttering and how to treat it. Good suggestions to provide to families." C.O. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the specific answers that were given when parents have questions for the SLP. There were lots of great examples of changes that a parent can implement immediately within the home environment to help with increasing a child's fluency." A.M. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the explanations and information that can be provided to parents." M.M. (Oct. 2022)
"Clearly organized and a wealth of information. Questions that parents may ask was beneficial." A.D. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the course format and the parent scenarios." J.A. (Sept. 2022)
"The guidelines for parents was good information and I liked the basic overview of the course." M.P. (Sept. 2022)
"I will benefit from this information in my daily practice." A.L. (Aug. 2022)
"The course format was excellent!" M.M. (Jun. 2022)
"Efficient presentation. I liked the idea of modifying the child's daily schedule when "over-scheduled." A.K. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked all of it – clear suggestions & recommendations." L.A. (Mar. 2022)
"Easy to follow and helpful information. I liked the ways to help parents with home environment and also questions to ask parents upon receiving the referral." S.S. (Dec. 2021)
"Very functional recommendations. I liked the different family types and impact on fluency." J.F. (Dec. 2021)
"Clear outline of information to help parents – I liked the pace of the presentation." L.T. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the practical information and tips provided – how to work with parents of a child who stutters." A.P. (Nov. 2021)
"Learning how to talk to parents and make suggestions on how to help their child. Learning the different questions that parents may ask and the answers." N.H. (Nov. 2021)
"I felt the part that explained the different types of home environments and how to suggest changes in those home environments was beneficial because as therapists we sometimes forget that speech changes occur when the parents are involved and also implementing strategies. I liked that she talked about making changes in the home to elicit more fluent speech in the child." J.R. (Oct. 2021)
"I loved how it went into the different home environments and talked about ways to best support those families." M.F. (Oct. 2021)
"How to discuss stuttering with parents and main points to focus on." O.D. (Sept. 2021)
"I appreciated the large list of scenarios and responses. I now feel better equipped to talk to parents." R.M. (Sept. 2021)
"I liked the organization of this presentation. Both the parenting styles and suggestions for indirect therapy are very insightful." B.H. (Jul. 2021)
"I liked hearing about PEED, it is a good way to inform the parent on how to talk with their child that stutters. The course was all good , it is a good review for those of us who have been out of college for a longer period of five years." G.G. (Jul. 2021)
"The "if-then" scenarios were good examples." A.D. (Jun. 2021)
"This course was exactly what I needed. I was perusing the website for a course on stuttering in the preschool years. Courses are usually directed at school age kids. I was so excited to find this one! It was all relevant and beneficial. This presentation was an excellent review for me." L.K. (May 2021)
"I liked the lists of items that can be helpful or hurtful for speech fluency. I liked that all information presented was concise and extremely relevant. I thought the course was wonderful!" L.F. (Apr. 2021)
"The information was very organized with a logical progression. I especially enjoyed the discussion on how to help the different parenting styles." K.H. (Mar. 2021)
"I like that the course takes you through the whole process. I especially enjoyed the questionnaire to parents." C.B. (Feb. 2021)
“I appreciated the importance of the family environment in which the child is exposed and how an SLP can help the parents to modify it for the benefit of their child with stuttering.” I.V. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Ana Paula Mumy, SLPD, CCC-SLP
Learn to maximize articulation therapy through creative drill activities that yield a high number of repetitions per session. This course focuses on effective high-intensity, high-repetition drill practice activities that can be implemented easily and immediately. Participants will also learn various practical therapy ideas that promote quicker carryover of learned skills.... more+
"Activities were helpful and thinking outside the box. The information was functionally-based, presenter passionate and knowledgeable." T.H. (Aug. 2024)
"I thought the communication lab was a great idea for getting practice in for students. I liked all the activity suggestions that were made." H.W. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the toy examples- Comm lab idea." K.L. (Aug. 2024)
"The materials that the presenter showed in the online course and the examples of the syllables, double syllables, words, and songs will be helpful in my daily practice. I liked the therapy activities section of this course." L.M. (Jul. 2024)
"I found the entire course beneficial. I liked the discussion regarding the rationale for the high-intensity, high-repetition approach. I appreciated the recommended activities." G.S. (Jul. 2024)
"Loved it all! I found it to be most beneficial that I now fully understand what HIHR is and how to do it with lots of activities. It was applicable and functional for younger toddlers to older elementary students. I came away excited and with many ideas to be used immediately in therapy!" P.N. (Jun. 2024)
"Variety of Therapy Materials to use during articulation drills that also incorporate other skills (fine motor, gross motor). Really liked the "Can of Cans" - Things You Can Do Therapy Suggestion. Really appreciated the therapy material ideas to engage patients and to decrease boredom during drills." H.E. (Jun. 2024)
"I have been in practice for a long time. I appreciate the reminders of materials I already have that can be used to yield a high number of repetitions per therapy session. The powerpoint download was great for viewing materials that were suggested for use in high repetition per therapy session." M.C. (Jun. 2024)
"The use of manipulatives to accomplish high repetition therapy for faster results was a helpful topic. Serving as a child advocate for parents who have been misinformed about the law governing speech therapy services in public schools." B.R. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the examples of games and activities to use for obtaining high-repetition articulation drills." B.H. (May. 2024)
"Examples of how to use materials helped stimulate ideas for my own therapy. I liked the pace of the course." M.C. (May. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss the different toys and objects, also the singing. Clear structure, presentation interesting with videos and pictures, not only text and speaking." N.F. (May. 2024)
"I loved the ideas around high frequency repetitions and ways to keep learning fun. I loved this whole course, I especially liked the end part, where we should be advocates for students and think about oral speech as part of a good public education. I love Marshalla's work!" M.B. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing fine motor activities for high-repetition articulation therapy was beneficial. The presentation style was clear and concise." M.M. (Feb. 2024)
"Great hands-on ideas to incorporate into therapy sessions. It was beneficial to discuss different toys/activities that prompt a high number of repetitions within a therapy session." D.V. (Dec. 2023)
"The toys and manipulatives used were helpful." J.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Communication, lab activities using various counter toys, and IDEA clarification were all beneficial topics." L.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Creative ways to schedule more frequent and shorter sessions for our kiddos. I liked the general information concerning the HIHR model, creative ways to implement, and strategies to collaborate with others to see gains in goals for students." S.C. (Nov. 2023)
"Specific activities and materials to achieve a high number of repetitions. I liked all of the practical activities, especially the ones involving music and movement." A.K. (Oct. 2023)
"All info on HIHR therapy was beneficial. I'm piloting this with my second graders. I liked the therapy ideas best." M.M. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the research references and examples of treatment materials. Good presentation." M.R. (Oct. 2023)
"Great ideas for therapy." M.R. (Oct. 2023)
"This course was great! I liked the examples of games and toys." E.N. (Sep. 2023)
"Straightforward presentation. I liked the research background on short sessions." M.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Great ideas provided that can be incorporated immediately. The games and activities for high intensity reps within a session were beneficial." C.G. (Sep. 2023)
"I enjoyed learning about the high-intensity and high-repetition benefits of articulation therapy." L.R. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked every topic discussed in this course. From the therapy materials to the therapy techniques, everything was beneficial for my daily practice. I liked best the video of the therapist working with the student." L.R. (Aug. 2023)
"Straightforward course. I liked the examples of activities." S.B. (Aug. 2023)
"So many ideas for simple and engaging therapy materials! I liked the tools and strategies presented for increasing the number of student practice opportunities." A.S. (Jul. 2023)
"Practical examples that can be applied directly to my therapy sessions." L.K. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the ready-to-implement activities." J.H. (Jun. 2023)
"Short and sweet with therapy ideas. Showing all the games, toys, art, music activities and explaining exactly how they're utilized in a therapy session was beneficial." J.D. (Jun. 2023)
"List of manipulatives to use was beneficial. This course was descriptive." A.C. (May 2023)
"I liked all the ideas to use for high repetition drills. The topic of short repetitive drill therapy was beneficial." K.N. (May 2023)
"Good ideas for articulation therapy tools. I liked the resources provided." H.R. (Apr. 2023)
"All of it was beneficial. This course was very organized, clear and informative." S.G. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the treatment ideas and examples provided." B.V. (Feb. 2023)
"I really enjoyed the therapy suggestions. My littlest kiddos will love the "Can" music." C.L. (Jan. 2023)
"The materials and ideas to target a high number of repetitions were helpful." M.G. (Jan. 2023)
"Course was well organized and provided a lot of therapy ideas. I enjoyed the section which presenter gives lots of new ideas of how to use toys to get a lot of repetitions." J.A. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the mix of theory and practice. And the third section: Articulation in the Schools." D.D. (Dec. 2022)
"Liked it all - good therapy ideas." M.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Specifics about therapy. Liked the examples of materials you could use." A.R. (Dec. 2022)
"Practical examples of techniques that I can immediately apply to my therapy sessions." J.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Relevant to my clinical practice in the school setting. The presenter demonstrated a large variety of ways to apply high repetitions in an engaging manner for students." J.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Course had useful, practical information that I can use immediately in my therapy. I found the extensive list of activities that encourage a high level of repetition to be practical, useful information." L.R. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the various ways to use toys/activities by getting high repetition targets and that I could go at my own pace." J.W. (Nov. 2022)
"All the tips for intervention were good. Ana Paula's voice is melodic." R.J. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the idea of using various toys in different ways to achieve more repetition of sounds and especially getting more reps in less time as teachers don't want children to miss academics. I liked the ideas on how to elicit sounds from children, especially singing and using music." C.H. (Oct. 2022)
"Good ideas for activities. Practical suggestions." J.A. (Oct. 2022)
"Content on adverse effect was very useful." J.C. (Oct. 2022)
"The activities suggested were terrific." N.S. (Oct. 2022)
"Starting with syllable repetition, rather than real words - I liked suggestions for materials and activities that will elicit high repetitions of target sounds." A.C. (Oct. 2022)
"Very practical information that can be used right away." C.T. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the ideas of toys to use in short sessions." H.K. (Sept. 2022)
"Lots of ideas to use in my therapy sessions right away." C.P. (Sept. 2022)
"The articulation drills and specificities were good." C.D. (July 2022)
"Learning how articulation treatment sessions and practice methods can be streamlined. I liked the practical treatment ideas." S.R. (July 2022)
"I enjoyed the entire presentation, specifically the activities suggested while performing high-intensity repetition. Also the practicality, that the strategies are realistic, and the discussion about IDEA not citing academic failure as a basis for special education." T.D. (Jun. 2022)
"Concrete examples of articulation therapy materials. Liked the examples of materials, toys, games to use to increase the number of trials." J.T. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the colored chip idea as a form of non-intrusive cueing, the Can of Cans idea, and the singing activity. I will use all of these ideas going forward in my practice. Many kids like to get up out of their seats, so I also liked how you highlighted movement and music too as these can facilitate a successful amount of trials." C.A. (Jun. 2022)
"Detailed description of various therapy activities. Straightforward explanation of evidence-based interventions." E.M. (Jun. 2022)
"Wow, what a wonderful course! I learned so much useful information and easy ways to improve my therapy. I work in a private practice for pediatrics and most of my therapy is articulation remediation. Some of my kiddos are struggling with their target sounds and I have a hard time getting in enough practice in a 30 minute session once or twice a week. These ideas, like the abacus, xylophone, and puzzles or peg boards, are simple enough to do but SO creative! I love it! A new way to use common toys I already have but will change the way I do therapy in a big way." A.H. (May 2022)
"The ideas offered were numerous and this was a great refresher of the options available to me." M.B. (May 2022)
"The availability to take it at any time was nice." M.B. (May 2022)
"Learning that short sessions and more frequent are better. It was very practical and something I can use everyday." K.D. (May 2022)
"Presenter gave wonderful games and therapy ideas that I had never tried." S.B. (May 2022)
"I liked the high repetition drill activity ideas – practical strategies provided." A.P. (Mar. 2022)
"I love the idea of a Therapy Hour. I liked all the material ideas to help implement artic lessons." C.B. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the communication lab – lots of therapy ideas." S.J. (Feb. 2022)
"Activity tips and reminder of how to achieve successful acquisition of sounds. Course was easy to follow." M.R. (Dec. 2021)
"Examples of activities and rationale for short, frequent sessions. Examples of frequency/durations." V.W. (Dec. 2021)
"Specific game suggestions and stressing the importance of high repetition." E.F. (Dec. 2021)
"Specific therapeutic techniques for drill – lots of good, practical ideas." K.C. (Dec. 2021)
"Very clear & concise information and easy to follow and understand. I liked the explanation of how to use all of the different therapy materials to address HIHR articulation therapy." J.H. (Dec. 2021)
"I loved the pictures of all the objects and toys that can be used for all of this therapy. This was so helpful to make sure that I knew exactly what she was talking about." M.K. (Nov. 2021)
"It covered a variety of topics for artic therapy for children. The information regarding intensive drills and short sessions for certain phases of therapy was good for my daily practice." V.G. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the examples of the manipulatives and lists to utilize in therapy, as well as explanations of how to use them – detailed explanations and examples." M.P. (Nov. 2021)
"I loved all the ideas for activities." E.E. (Oct. 2021)
"It was presented clearly in a logical way with very good examples. The presenter was excellent." L.R. (Sept. 2021)
"There was interesting ideas for treatment sessions." R.K. (Sept. 2021)
"I enjoyed the review of how to achieve more drill that is enjoyed by speech students." S.H. (July 2021)
"The discussion on qualifying for speech therapy services in the schools is beneficial for my daily practice. The course was presented in very clear, easy to understand and implement way." B.M. (June 2021)
"I LOVED ALL OF THE RESOURCES!!" P.M. (May 2021)
“This course provided good descriptions of how to work inter-professionally, advocating for our clients, and targeting multiple domains while focusing on articulation.” M.T. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Ana Paula Mumy, SLPD, CCC-SLP
This course will aid SLPs in developing home articulation programs. It provides simple home activities for parents working on articulation and identifies 3 things parents should know to facilitate the proper articulation of sounds at home. Includes website links and other resources which contain good sources for therapy materials.... more+
"The list of resources available to give to parents was beneficial. LOVED the information and suggestions!" M.S. (Jul. 2024)
"I enjoyed the examples and copies of the worksheets and the websites." R.N. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the free resources that I can give my parents for home programs. The breakdown of articulation treatment and a variety of examples to target each section of the articulation hierarchy. I liked all of the included resources and application scenarios." H.E. (Jun. 2024)
"Resources were beneficial and I liked the course length and detail." A.C. (Jun. 2024)
"The resource sites available to therapists and parents were helpful. I enjoyed the clarity of the discussion as it relates to parental involvement." B.R. (May 2024)
"It was all exceptional! The website information was beneficial." T.C. (Mar. 2024)
"Straightforward and practical content that can be used with both my clinic clients and students across settings. Love that the course offered links to resources for quick accessibility." S.Z. (Feb. 2024)
"The breakdown of strategies and resources to implement a home program was beneficial. I liked the flow and guidance on how to start a home program and how to incorporate parents throughout the program." S.C. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked that I could do the course at my own pace." K.T. (Dec. 2023)
"All of the wonderful online resources for articulation therapy were beneficial. I love how well presenter explained the therapy process she uses for articulation, how to involve parents without overwhelming them, and all of the online resources that are available." A.C. (Nov. 2023)
"I found the additional resources and webpages valuable to offer to parents and to check out additional resources for myself. I appreciated the advocacy section to be able to bridge conversations about children that may not otherwise qualify and the article to refer back to as documentation to deliver to a team." E.M. (Nov. 2023)
"The resources for activities for therapy and home practice will be most helpful. The presenter gave lots of great ideas for ways to target articulation from syllable level to conversation." R.P. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the tips for getting parent buy-in. Thank you for all of the resources!" C.O. (Oct. 2023)
"The part geared to younger children was beneficial as I work with preschoolers." K.U. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the techniques and organization for parents. Good resources." T.R. (Oct. 2023)
"Practical and easy to follow course. Beneficial information on what principles are important to teach parents about sound development." K.H. (Jun. 2023)
"The resources provided for home activities were beneficial. I liked the resources at the end." H.V. (May 2023)
"I liked the parent coaching techniques and parent resources." M.A. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the homework ideas for teaching parents and working with parents in the home." E.O. (Mar. 2023)
"All of the information was excellent." S.G. (Mar. 2023)
"Great resources." S.W. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the home program speech practice log. I will definitely use this with my parents." S.F. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked her discussion on the various techniques and hierarchy of speech therapy. I particularly liked all the speech resources and websites she recommended in this presentation. Those will be handy during my daily practice with my kids and parents." S.F. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the resources provided. And the presentation of what is important for parents to know: developmental normative data, structures." M.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Practical and thought-provoking course. The available resources were very comprehensive and helpful at all levels. The discussion on advocacy was excellent and eye-opening for future issues as this aspect of our services is being rejected. Her pace of teaching was great. The visuals were clear and helpful." A.H. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the resources of activities to give parents for homework and for education. Course content and examples were good." A.L. (Oct. 2022)
"Good ideas for home practice. All of it was very informative." M.B. (Oct. 2022)
"The suggestions were excellent. I liked the suggestions for various websites for printable pictures to implement a home carryover program. I liked that the presentation was divided into different sections." R.J. (Aug. 2022)
"All the resources she provided will be very helpful." A.K. (Aug. 2022)
"The course format was excellent." A.F. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked that it was presented in an organized manner, was easy to follow, and the numerous resources given." R.C. (Apr. 2022)
"The discussion about not intimidating parents, providing parents with tools and techniques, and encouraging parents to participate in the therapy process was very good." R.C. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the therapy approaches – the course was very informative." P.C. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the links to all the resources." V.K. (Mar. 2022)
"This course was well organized and I liked that there were so many resources shared." J.A. (Feb. 2022)
"Excellent presentation with a wealth of information. Good examples from the presenter's own experience to clarify her points." M.D. (Feb. 2022)
"Training parents that there is a hierarchy and that they need to know "the what" and "the how" in order to help with a home program." J.A. (Feb. 2022)
"The resources as well as the review for parent training were helpful. I liked the practical suggestions." K.W. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked all of the great ideas for therapy activities that you could provide to parents for establishing a speech home program for their child. I loved all the resources that were provided." J.H. (Dec. 2021)
"Functional application; useful information." B.B. (Dec. 2021)
"Ideas to help parents feel more involved with their child's therapy." J.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I enjoyed all of the resources provided in this course. It was practical information that can be easily implemented into a therapy setting." H.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the available resources – easy to follow format." B.W. (Nov. 2021)
"Websites to access materials to give to families. Examples for quickly providing information to parents." S.C. (Sept. 2021)
"Practical suggestions for a variety of age levels. I liked the syllable practice and online resources." A.M. (Sept. 2021)
"Different ideas of ways to practice skills in a more natural way at home besides through worksheets. Great links to websites/resources were provided." B.J. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked that it was clear and concise and offered extremely user-friendly activities." L.W. (Jun. 2021)
“I found the links to resources and explanations about case studies to be helpful.” E.J. (Apr. 2021)
“This course was a good general refresher for parent training programs. It also provided free online printable resources.” S.B. (Mar. 2021)
“I enjoyed her discussion regarding how to use the various web sites presented. The course was also presented clearly, and resources were included for all areas noted.” R.H. (Mar. 2021)
"I liked the handouts, the resources, and presentation." B.K. (Feb. 2021)
"I like that this course affirmed what I already practice and the discussion regarding advocating for services." A.F. (Jan. 2021)
"The presenter was informative and provided wonderful resources that can be easily accessed and used in therapy. She was concise and informative, so the information shared was applicable." A.G. (Jan. 2021)
Presenters: Ruthann Jarvis, MA, CCC-SLP & Elizabeth Peterson, MA, CCC-SLP
With growing caseloads, SLPs are increasingly challenged to make meaningful therapy progress with each student. This course presents the "Strategies Offer Solutions" intervention formula. Apply this formula to create practical, functional, and easy-to-implement strategies to target articulation, language, grammar, organizing thoughts, inferring & reasoning, written language, attention, fluency awareness, and eye contact. This course includes all the downloads needed to implement this approach with success!... more+
"Application of content material to skills/strategies being taught in therapy session was helpful. I appreciated the ability to start/stop the training and not needing to complete it in one sitting, and the access to pretest before watching the course." A.B. (Jul. 2024)
"The specific SOS strategy examples for articulation targets, intelligibility, auditory processing, phonological processes will be most beneficial for my daily practice because I can use them with my students. Also, I can adapt them when necessary for particular students' goals and objectives." D.P. (Jul. 2024)
"The range of application was beneficial. The course was easy to follow." R.M. (Apr. 2024)
"Everything was beneficial for a variety of school-age students currently on my caseload. I enjoyed the practical and functional applications." G.S. (Mar. 2024)
"SOS is a practical approach for therapy implementation with goals, strategies, and methods for progress monitoring. I liked the mnemonic used for facilitation, generalization, and carryover for acquired skills." S.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Practical and effective course. I liked the strategy goal orientation & evaluating it with the DOES model." J.L. (Nov. 2023)
"This course contained beneficial information I can apply to my daily practice. The SOS strategies will help me get more organized when working with a group of students. I liked learning how to create my own SOS mnemonics to apply to my student's specific goals." L.R. (Oct. 2023)
"I love the Supersize it sentence expansion, and I liked the connections with clients and the connection with the classroom material." C.M. (Oct. 2023)
"Very thorough with lots of examples. I have many students that I can't wait to try this with." V.H. (Oct. 2023)
"Great graphics and a common sense approach. I liked the part of the strategy-based intervention where the goal is clear and asking for what you really want." L.K. (Oct. 2023)
"This entire course was very interesting. I liked the topics related to kids who have difficulties establishing and maintaining eye contact, following instructions, attention problems, and the strategies to improve intelligibility." R.P. (Oct. 2023)
"Most beneficial to my practice will be SOS strategies, the DOES implementation model, and how to write and monitor specific goals. What I liked best was the instruction and examples related to SOS strategies, the DOES implementation model, and the printable resources." M.W. (Oct. 2023)
"This program is great! I liked the strategies for teaching the student to use their visual card as a prompt instead of always relying on a cue from the SLP or teacher. I liked the easy way to incorporate core/curriculum into each student's SOS. The examples given to show the ease of using the SOS program were beneficial." B.L. (Jul. 2023)
"All content was beneficial. I liked the examples given." M.R. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked all of the structure with strategy-based intervention, as well as concrete examples of goals and objectives to measure progress. The examples given are relevant to understanding and easy to recall. Online modality allows to do the course at own pace and from another country (Québec, Canada here)." P.O. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the SOS articulation strategies." H.R. (May 2023)
"Learning how to implement SOS in a classroom setting was beneficial. I liked the resources and visuals provided." E.S. (May 2023)
"I liked the strategy based interventions and the DOES model of instruction. Well-written materials were available throughout this course." J.C. (May 2023)
"I liked the way that the SOS cards can be on a student's desk for teachers to understand goals and strategies and how the strategies can help explain to parents the goals of speech therapy and what to do at home." H.O. (Apr. 2023)
"I will totally use the materials that are a part of this course. Wow! A lot of work completed by Elizabeth and Ruth!!" H.O. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the examples of the different strategies used for many different areas of communication-artic, language, social, etc." S.S. (Apr. 2023)
"The prompting hierarchies and how to elicit target behaviors were beneficial. I liked the examples." C.E. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the discussion on creating an S.O.S. for students so that they know what they are working on and generalizing the skills outside of the therapy room. And implementing core curriculum using S.O.S strategies to promote generalization of skills." B.A. (Mar. 2023)
"This course was engaging and practical. All topics covered were great." G.B. (Jan. 2023)
"There was a lot of great information covered. I find it challenging to plan effective therapy lessons targeting syntax goals. I really loved the information provided in this course on how to use SOS to take a simple sentence to a "super-sized" sentence." M.B. (Jan. 2023)
"I really appreciated that presenters gave us strategies and showed us how to apply those strategies in the therapy setting!" M.B. (Jan. 2023)
"This course had a lot of practical information that has good clinical application and strong outcomes. The information was clearly presented." M.R. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the SOS cuing cards, and the handouts and scenarios provided." T.D. (Dec. 2022)
"This course dealt with actual treatment options as opposed to other courses that talk mainly about diagnosis only. Learning how to apply SOS in therapy sessions was beneficial." L.W. (Dec. 2022)
"I appreciated examples of how to utilize SOS with my caseload and the examples provided for goals and objectives." L.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning to apply this SOS approach to my caseload was beneficial. I liked that I was able to learn important info from home." J.B. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked all the resources supplied and learning how you can use the SOS approach with groups." P.M. (Dec 2022)
"I liked the real life examples and therapy situations. The various goals and strategies in which SOS can be used for a variety of students was beneficial." M.K. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the detailed discussion and application of the keys to an effective strategy based therapy program (SOS). The use of evidence based practices incorporating clinical skills and how applicable they are to student needs impressed me." C.F. (Nov. 2022)
"The strategies presented and delivered were interesting, practical & functional, encouraging flexibility in grouping & regrouping of students when necessary, therefore making the therapy program more manageable." C.F. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked that the course provided ample handouts to use easily." K.F. (Oct. 2022)
"I love the idea of teaching my students strategies that they can apply in multiple contexts. The speakers were great. The content was great. I feel like the information presented will be very useful and so will the handouts." F.L. (Sept. 2022)
"This course provides numerous ideas that encompass numerous areas of need, along with everything from goal writing, strategies, and data collection. Applicable to numerous areas of therapy and provides a new way to focus on one goal." H.M. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked that the instructors were very knowledgeable of the topic and thorough in the explanation of the program." C.W. (Aug. 2022)
"There was a plethora of applicable information for my practice. Good examples of developing SOS models for varied individuals." K.S. (Aug. 2022)
"I like the ease and carryover." T.M. (Aug. 2022)
"The flow and format of this course was excellent!" C.W. (Jul. 2022)
"Liked that the SOS strategy therapy approach is evidence-based and continuous and ongoing. I also love the idea that carryover will be easier for my students with this approach." M.F. (Jun. 2022)
"I loved the specific examples for use in therapy." M.F. (Jun. 2022)
"Good presenters. Information was clear. Liked that I can use this to get my students involved in their own therapy." L.D. (Jun. 2022)
"Practical and easy strategies that can be applied with most students on my caseload!" T.K. (May 2022)
"Short and simple strategies that are easy to implement!" J.P. (May 2022)
"I liked the strategy based therapy paired with the traditional therapy materials used in a new way. As well as the support for using core curriculum in therapy. Course was informative, presented effectively, and organized with supporting materials." S.F. (May 2022)
"I love the SOS model and how it can be applied to ALL areas of need. I liked how concrete models and goal/objectives were provided." E.A. (May 2022)
"Course was convenient and interesting. I liked all of the content!" S.B. (May 2022)
"I enjoyed learning how to write my goals in a more effective way. I like that the presenters reviewed the information and provided good examples." C.A. (May 2022)
"Functional strategies for use in the classroom!" B.S. (Apr. 2022)
"The entire course on how to create and use the program was wonderful. Many examples of how to implement for specific areas." K.G. (Apr. 2022)
"Really liked the ease in preparation initially, and then the ability to easily adapt the program into classroom or other activities outside the therapy room. Made sense, incorporated several approaches in one to build on success." K.S. (Apr. 2022)
"Liked how SOS can be brought into the classroom and home to help the child generalize new behaviors. And how this program applies at any area of speech or language or behavior and can be individualized to a certain child's needs." T.S. (Mar. 2022)
"Very practical!! Liked that these strategies for therapy have better carryover and are easy to involve other professionals and parents." S.L. (Mar. 2022)
"So practical. It really helped that presenters took you through the entire program, step by step." A.R. (Mar. 2022)
"I hadn't heard of SOS until I took this course. It is quite interesting and can be applied in a variety of settings I work in." T.B. (Mar. 2022)
“The structure and organization made it easy to comprehend the thought process behind the SOS strategy and the practical applications.” S.S. (Mar. 2022)
“The explicit instruction and copious examples of the SOS and DOES Model were so beneficial and easily applicable to my day-to-day. Throughout the entire presentation, there were so many students of mine that I immediately thought of, and I cannot wait to apply these strategies with.” S.D. (Mar. 2022)
“I liked the students being involved in their own learning process from planning to applying and the using SOS to generalize.” J.H. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked it all! The additional examples of developing SOS for a particular need with a student was beneficial." L.W. (Feb. 2022)
"Very, very useful information!! This information was very relevant to my school based speech practice. I will now work to implement what I have learned." L.G. (Jan. 2022)
"This is a smart, quick and easily adaptable resource that is ready and easily used in the classroom. I liked that the main strategy of using the mnemonic device can be utilized immediately. Writing goals focusing on the use of functional strategies that aid in carryover will be especially helpful as well." S.B. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the mnemonic techniques that can be used across all settings." A.C. (Dec. 2021)
"The handouts provided good information to follow. I liked the use of mnemonics." L.G. (Dec. 2021)
"I enjoyed all the reading strategies and activities demonstrated to use with students." S.W. (Dec. 2021)
"I thought SOS was a beautifully simple, yet highly organized and effective way to deliver therapy to all students on a caseload. I liked the handouts that can be used in therapy immediately. This course was great!" S.P. (Dec. 2021)
"I've been working on using strategies with my students, and this was great. Easy to follow, great handouts, and downloads." M.A. (Dec. 2021)
"I found the overall strategy to be very compelling. It seems like a fantastic way to streamline therapy while keeping it effective and functional. I thought the content was excellent, as well as the flow and format." J.W. (Nov. 2021)
"Extremely functional, evidence-based, and easy to measure strategies/goals. Going over how to implement core curriculum into the therapy activities was most helpful. I am happy with what I learned." N.P. (Nov. 2021)
"Loved learning about this systematic way for kids to generalize skills into the classroom. Well presented, easily understood." K.W. (Nov. 2021)
"The presenters were very knowledgeable and had 'hands on' experience. Their enthusiasm for the topic makes me excited to try the method myself. All of the downloads included is great!!" C.W. (Aug. 2021)
"The data on the evidenced-based practice was very informative." D.W. (Jun. 2021)
“I thought the reminder to look at what I want my student to do and how to develop a system that they can take ownership of and do was very helpful. It was highly organized, also the handouts and resources were excellent.” R.D. (Jun. 2021)
"How to integrate clients targeting different areas into the same group session. The layout of the information is very thorough." K.G. (May 2021)
“I like that it is a systematic approach to therapy that incorporates the general ed curriculum and can be applied across goal areas. They did a great job incorporating all areas.” J.L. (Apr. 2021)
“I liked the detailed approach and moving from one level to the next. The presenters were excellent and held my attention. The handouts were very helpful and detailed.” J.A. (Apr. 2021)
"The aspect of the SOS system most intriguing to me was the DOES delivery model, especially 'Own it' and 'Evaluate it' These allow better ownership of the strategy by the student and better refinement and personalization of the strategy by for each student. I also appreciate the way the model facilitates application by SLPAs." D.G. (Feb. 2021)
"The SOS strategies will be very helpful. I work with a diverse population and can apply a variety of the strategies in my individual student sessions and my whole class language groups. The course was very comprehensive and well organized. The sequence of the presentation made comprehension of the material very easy." D.B. (Jan. 2021)
"I liked that this online course explored strategies other than traditional therapy techniques. I also liked that it provided additional materials for us to use with our students." K.B. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Ana Paula Mumy, SLPD, CCC-SLP
When parents and caregivers are trained to become integral parts of intervention, SLPs are able to increase the frequency and intensity of language intervention. This course details the when, why, and how to get parents and caregivers involved in the speech & language intervention process. Includes considerations of individual backgrounds, experiences, culture, and education.... more+
"The POP sheets will be very helpful to my future client's primary caregivers. The presentation was very organized and she gave articles and websites to retrieve more information." K.C. (Aug. 2024)
"Daily intervention ideas were helpful. I liked the format of sections." C.A. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussion of therapy activities and the P.O.P discussion were beneficial." S.D. (Aug. 2024)
"Tangible ideas in this course. I liked the handout." J.D. (Jul. 2024)
"I loved the POP handouts. I liked the tips for bilingual parents." S.Z. (Jul. 2024)
"Purposeful Ongoing Play Discussion, "Knowledge unshared is worthless," and the Focus on Parent/Family Education and Involvement was beneficial. I liked the POP Sheets for Parent Education/Training." H.E. (Jun. 2024)
"Carryover of speech skills was beneficial. This course was relatable as a parent." K.J. (May 2024)
"Taking the time to talk with parents about their involvement based on their level of understanding, interest, and engagement. The information was clearly laid out." S.P. (May 2024)
"The emphasis on educating and modelling for parents to help them to be more deliberate in language stimulation. I really liked the concrete examples on the POP handouts for different activities that parents could use at home." G.S. (Mar. 2024)
"I look forward to sharing these handouts with parents." A.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Bilingualism was a beneficial topic. I enjoyed the strategies at the end." L.V. (Dec. 2023)
"The P.O.P. sheets are a very useful resource that can be given to parents. I liked the many examples of how to incorporate language into different play activities." R.P. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the parent-friendly handouts. And the importance of cultural considerations." E.L. (Jul. 2023)
"Loved the different activities for purposeful ongoing play utilizing different toys." J.W. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the discussion regarding multilingual families. And the deep dive into the pop sheets." M.H. (Feb. 2023)
"There was a great deal of information in this course for language intervention for young children and how to engage their parents in the intervention process." T.O. (Dec. 2022)
"Therapy session specifics. I liked the purposeful ongoing play examples." E.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked all the resources that she provided! I especially liked the POP play based sheets. Those will come in handy in my daily training and practice with my parents." S.F. (Dec. 2022)
"The POP ideas for parents will be helpful." D.D. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the specific examples and the handouts provided. And learning how to incorporate parents into supporting the children's language goals." C.K. (Dec. 2022)
"The handouts will be very useful to me in my practice. I liked the specific suggestions for parents to be involved in their child's speech intervention." K.H. (Nov. 2022)
"The P.O.P handouts are useful; ready-made tools are welcome." A.W. (Nov. 2022)
"Factors to consider for parents to be available to become participants." D.G. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the emphasis on CLD considerations. And the ideas for parent coaching." E.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Nice examples, helpful tips, and Tx ideas for parents to incorporate into their daily routines." A.H. (Oct. 2022)
"The presenter was organized and did a nice job explaining her approach." L.R. (Oct. 2022)
"Very straightforward. Learning importance of parental involvement in language stimulation for daily activities was beneficial." M.P. (Oct. 2022)
"The P.O.P. handouts were helpful." R.L. (Sept. 2022)
"I really like the materials that were provided with this course. The parent handouts are clear and concise to allow for better understanding and application of recommended strategies." E.W. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the activities and would recommend this course." G.M. (Aug. 2022)
"The flow and format of the course was excellent." A.C. (Jul. 2022)
"I found the P.O.P. sheets to be extremely beneficial for my daily practice. I currently teach preschool special education and the P.O.P. sheets will benefit the parents of my students, and also the SLPA and assistants that will be in my classroom next school year. I really liked that the course provided the P.O.P. sheets to encourage families to use speech and language with their child within their day-to-day lives." M.M. (Jun. 2022)
"This course had great tips on how to help parents feel successful, including avoiding language that parents might not understand or might be intimidated by, being culturally aware and sensitive to multilingual families, and facilitating parent participation so that they feel comfortable being part of their child's early intervention." M.M. (June 2022)
"Functional POP activities – Useful Info." M.D. (Feb. 2022)
"Specific ideas to help parents engage with their child to increase his/her speech & language naturally! The presenter offered great insight to take into consideration when working with families; especially multi-lingual." M.B. (Jan. 2022)
"I loved the POP sheets! Those will really be helpful and useful. The speaker was great to listen to and the content was useful." W.D. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the rationale for trying to elicit more parent involvement in speech intervention. The encouragement to try this more than I have in the past." K.S. (Dec. 2021)
“The handouts that come with this course are fantastic!” J.D. (Dec. 2021)
"I loved the therapy handouts! I like that they are ready to use!" S.B. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the outline and structure of the presentation – the examples of P.O.P.s. – the reminders of multi-cultural considerations." K.S. (Nov. 2021)
"The P.O.P. handouts were very useful and parent friendly." G.E. (Nov. 2021)
"Training the parents to be the primary language facilitators during play with their children was beneficial for my daily practice. Course was easy to take. - on my own time." A.J. (Nov. 2021)
"Stressed the importance of teaching parents to set realistic goals." B.W. (Nov. 2021)
“The POP handouts will be very beneficial when working with my Early Intervention clients and parents who want specific ideas of what to do with certain toys.” K.T. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the instruction on how to target their speech goals through daily activities and the POP worksheets." T.C. (Sept. 2021)
“I like how she went through each activity and what strategies to use.” C.O. (Sept. 2021)
“The tips regarding reinforcing language skills through everyday activities and play were very helpful. I also liked that the presenter was easy to understand and very thorough in this topic.” L.M. (Jun. 2021)
"The POP sheets are so helpful! The many ideas presented to assist parents to promote language development in everyday activities." C.E. (May 2021)
“The discussion on supporting parents in engaging with children in the home through play was most beneficial. I liked the cultural sensitivity piece. This course covered everything I wanted. Great resources.” R.R. (Apr. 2021)
“I enjoyed the play-based intervention section - and the handouts are very beneficial! Short and concise! Love the Purposeful Ongoing Play Worksheets!” A.T. (Mar. 2021)
"This course is practical and functional. It is all very relevant and great insights on working with multi cultural populations. It was helpful to hear all the examples of how the presenter handles training parents. The POP is truly the clearest most applicable system for supporting families. I could see it also helping new staff and SLPAs too." C.K. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Jennifer L. Schultz, MA, CCC-SLP
This course will provide participants with a rationale for incorporating children's literature into treatment activities rather than relying on drill-based activities. Learn to develop word learning stimuli to assist students to develop deeper word meaning knowledge through treatment activities. Example word-knowledge and word-use scoring rubrics will be shared. Tools and strategies for developing therapy materials including flashcards, mini books, word puzzles, word games, and discussion activities will be included.... more+
"Very practical content related to vocabulary instruction in the area of language. The course outline was very helpful in understanding the structure of the session." C.S. (Jul 2024)
"Every bit of information in this course was relevant and helpful. I will use these suggestions and books in my therapy sessions right away. The presenter was amazing and so easy to listen to. This was easily one of the best courses I have taken in quite some time." A.O. (Jul 2024)
"This is one of the best presentations on vocabulary that I have seen! Lots of practical, researched based strategies with free online resources! Highly Recommend!" L.L. (Jun 2024)
"I liked the entire presentation. The storytelling topic was a good discussion." R.S. (Feb. 2024)
"The activities were beneficial. Clear presentation of the material. Practical strategies. Video models." R.H. (Jan. 2024)
"The different information available about the frequently used word lists to relate to academics was helpful. I liked the videos that demonstrated some of the techniques along with the examples using a variety of books." D.K. (Sep. 2023)
"Learning how to pick out vocabulary words and instruction of shared reading. I liked that the presentation was broken up into sections so I could stop and come back." K.B. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the reading level scale systems and the therapy ideas." J.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the explanation of why vocabulary instruction is so important. The presenter provided lots of good ways to identify which vocabulary words should be included in the target vocabulary and gave many great therapy ideas as to how to focus on target vocabulary." C.T. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked back-chaining, and the tips for reading the book. The many suggested books and strategies were beneficial." T.D. (Jun. 2023)
"Treatment strategies to increase vocabulary. I liked the number of examples given that I can utilize in my own therapy sessions to facilitate vocabulary development." L.L. (May 2023)
"Vocabulary instruction was beneficial. I liked the comprehensive nature/approach used for the presentation and the specific strategies provided." L.M. (Apr. 2023)
"All of this information on using children's books to target vocabulary/language development was very helpful for my daily practice. Great examples and helpful powerpoint information." T.L. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the book examples and the videos." R.N. (Apr. 2023)
"Improving vocabulary at all levels was beneficial. I liked the instructor." K.F. (Apr. 2023)
"Using books most efficiently in therapy and creating a good rubric for documenting progress was beneficial. I liked the pace of the course. It was well-outlined and easy to follow." L.K. (Mar. 2023)
"One of the most organized courses I have done in a long time. I will definitely view more of Ms. Schultz's courses if given the opportunity in the future." L.K. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the information about choosing the reading level target for books used in therapy. I also liked the vocabulary stimuli chart. I liked the different resources presented to help with finding reading level, vocabulary word lists, etc." A.G. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning how to choose the most useful books for my therapy sessions. This course provided so much useful information about targeting vocabulary through children’s books, which I am going to be able to use every day in practice." A.K. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the video examples. Course had good pace, and relevant information (not too much time spent on theory). Choosing vocabulary targets and good ideas for exploring word meanings with students." M.K. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the choice of targets." J.B. (Nov. 2022)
"I appreciated the videos demonstrating therapy strategies. This course provided great resources." A.K. (Sept. 2022)
"Easy to follow course. I liked the strategies to broaden use of newly learned vocabulary and the game ideas." C.L. (Aug. 2022)
"There was a lot of information given and examples of stimulus materials will be very helpful. And learning how to choose target words." K.R. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked the storybook examples and reference lists." A.C. (Jun. 2022)
"I found the information helpful to teach Tier 2 vocabulary to children who are considered to have a verbal learning impairment, and work on skills such as synonyms from literature. I liked the helpful information about how to keep data using the instructor's charts. Also, I have a child that I have been working to teach inferences without success, and I think some of these tactics presented may help." A.R. (Mar. 2022)
"Practical treatment strategies! The presenter was clear and used a good pace to share ALOT of information. Used good visuals in a great handout, and supported the information about why, when, how to teach vocabulary skills." S.R. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the new ways to implement story activities." S.B. (Feb. 2022)
"The course was comprehensive, had many helpful tips, websites, and provided literature sources to expand the knowledge of the Speech-Language Pathologist." C.P. (Dec. 2021)
"Videos of actual therapy were very helpful." A.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked that the presenter provided video examples from her therapy. She also provided numerous links to online resources. Finally, she did a great job recapping each section as she began a new section of her course." C.H. (Jul. 2021)
"All topics discussed were beneficial. I have seen a decline in vocabulary knowledge in many of my younger students. These techniques will improve therapy sessions." K.M. (Jun. 2021)
"The presenter gave a very detailed approach to vocabulary instruction, from selecting targets to documenting progress. I liked the inclusion of video examples from actual therapy sessions." C.R. (Jun. 2021)
"I am so excited to have found this class. I have been looking for an organized way to target vocabulary for my students. I love that you provided everything we needed to know including data collection. Very clear, comprehensive plan for teaching vocabulary and so many resources! Thank you!" D.H. (Jun. 2021)
"I liked the examples of rubrics presented for documenting progress, as I often feel this is difficult to document in my daily treatment (and thus difficult to discuss in progress reporting)." C.R. (Jun. 2021)
“The presenter was very organized, well versed in the topic, and provided wonderful visuals of 'how to's in use of video clips.” W.S. (Mar. 2021)
“How to choose target vocabulary words for treatment from a story book was very helpful to me.” D.T. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Keli Richmond, MS, CCC-SLP
Different from other "literacy" courses, this evidence-based course will provide specific guidance for SLPs working to establish early literacy skills with children with Autism. Exposing children with Autism to early literacy interventions with embedded printed (orthographic) cues is imperative. This course teaches the use of printed cues as a means to... more+
"Intervention techniques for ways to incorporate literacy with phonological awareness, speech production, language development, and literacy were beneficial. It was great. I liked many things, e.g., specific instruction on intervention, and resource lists." L.V. (Aug. 2024)
"Slides were great, highly organized. Graphics about the cycle approach were clear and helpful. I enjoyed the treatment videos." J.E. (Jul. 2024)
"This course was well thought out. It is needed to assist children with Autism in obtaining literacy skills. I enjoyed how activities were explained and how the application for different types of students was explained." K.A. (Jul. 2024)
"Loved the practical applications and the use of the clinical video examples." S.A. (Jun. 2024)
"The video examples of orthographic instruction were helpful. I have been able to easily add orthographic instruction into my therapy sessions. The video examples were extremely helpful." J.L. (May 2024)
"Understanding of the four processors was beneficial. Well presented course overall. Excellent examples and videos." G.S. (May 2024)
"So many great ideas especially the websites and therapy resources." K.A. (Mar. 2024)
"Using orthographic instruction in my sessions. I liked the video examples." B.W. (Feb. 2024)
"The suggestion to combine the sight words and blended words into meaningful sentences to support language development was beneficial. This course gave me ideas on how to get parents on board with orthography even when minimally speaking." S.C. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the shared therapy ideas and materials. The discussion on connecting print to speech production instead of treating it just as a sound you produce was beneficial." C.C. (Nov. 2023)
"The entire course is loaded with ideas that are easily implemented into my practice. I especially appreciated the videos showing the hierarchy of target presentation. The research basis for the approach and the fMRI results were beneficial." A.M. (Oct. 2023)
"Video examples and lots of resources. I liked the shared resources and websites to help me find materials." G.M. (Jul. 2023)
"Explanation of the processors involved in reading was beneficial." S.J. (Jul. 2023)
"The layout of the content was informative and directly correlated with ways to improve each skill. The course was very easy to follow and was very educational." K.R. (Jul. 2023)
"Clear presentation. Learning how lack of attention to faces affects speech and literacy development was interesting." J.D. (Jul. 2023)
"Good resources offered, videos shown, and with lots of examples. The connection of sound production to orthographic print work was beneficial. I liked the discussion of the interrelationship between the processors." J.S. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the orthographic progression." T.L. (Jun. 2023)
"I particularly liked the framework regarding the 4 processors: orthographic, phonological, meaning, and context. This is a great way to talk to parents about how the processors work together and how a deficit in one impacts the child as the child goes through the increasing demands at school. Seeing this presentation prompted me to reintroduce some of these ideas with students I currently am seeing." D.D. (Mar. 2023)
"The resource list is amazing! The videos also were excellent. Best of all, the course was practical and positive!" D.D. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked all of the content. Learning how differently children with ASD access cognitive information for reading and writing was beneficial." M.B. (Feb. 2023)
"The course was well organized, clear, and concise. Learning how phonological processing should start early for children with autism." C.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Liked the ways to incorporate this into the classroom. The resources and suggestions were beneficial." M.A. (Dec. 2022)
"Building up from sounds to written words in sentences. I liked the video examples." K.H. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the activities provided and how to implement them right away. The description about the parts of the brain used was helpful." R.M. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the videos of the speaker modeling therapy with autistic students. And supporting phonological awareness of students who display hyperlexia." A.L. (Aug. 2022)
"The resources and how to systematically teach speech sounds using orthographic instruction were beneficial. Also, the resources provided and video examples of therapy sessions were good." M.T. (Jul. 2022)
"I loved the video models and resource lists. Learning how to incorporate literacy and orthographics into therapy was helpful! The video models and systematic approach, along with materials, will really help me get started!" E.S. (Jul. 2022)
"I will begin to use the printed word along with pictures to help students with their orthographic learning. The objectives were clear, the information was clear." D.R. (Jun. 2022)
"The flow charts were very helpful." J.G. (May 2022)
"This is a relatively underappreciated treatment approach in terms of having wider applicability. I liked how the presenter is practical but links her points to research. This course makes a strong case for the applicability of orthographic intervention to a wider range of deficits we see. I thought the presenter had a very engaging style." G.R. (May 2022)
"I loved all of the examples Keli gave in the lecture, the handout, and in her videos. She gave some great resources that I am anxious to go to. I really liked the emphasis on reading! Keli brought this out so well and you could hear the passion in her voice to get children and their families into the books. It was all covered so well!" K.S. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked how to incorporate literacy into therapy sessions even for the youngest of clients. I liked that I could complete the course at my own pace." R.K. (Jan. 2022)
"All of the information was very relevant and useful. Website resources, video examples, etc." K.T. (Jan. 2022)
"Keli's passion for reading and her depth of knowledge I thought it was great!" C.M. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked all of the background information and treatment suggestions, as well as the resources that she provided. She did a great job." C.S. (Jan. 2022)
"Keli is a phenomenal presenter and explains her intents/goals with ease. I also appreciated the therapy demonstrations." J.D. (Dec. 2021)
"I loved the videos of progressing from sound to word to phrase to sentence level." M.H. (Dec. 2021)
"I enjoyed the suggestions on how to incorporate orthographies into fun activities. Lots of ideas!" E.H. (Dec. 2021)
"This course was practical with evidence-based techniques and product resources provided." K.M. (Dec. 2021)
"The ideas to help hyperlexics when out in the community were interesting. Great to hear about the difference in brain function in hyperlexia." K.L. (Dec. 2021)
"What I liked most about the course were all the resources that were given to help you find the activities you need for your clients and the example videos. I will use more orthographic instruction and literacy activities in my therapy sessions after learning from this course." S.R. (Dec. 2021)
"As an SLP working at an outpatient therapy clinic, we do not have the opportunity to collaborate with school-based faculty; this course provided a variety of resources and therapy activities that can easily be incorporated into sessions for ALL patients." N.B. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the instructional videos included in this presentation and listings of resource materials.” L.C. (Nov. 2021)
"I have not thought about the orthographic approach in terms of articulation. Of working from the written letter to pictures. I usually go the other direction.” K.C. (Oct. 2021)
"The course was brief but provided a good introduction. The research was cited in the slides so that it will be easier to go to the studies that I want to see. I especially appreciated the confirmation that it is "never too early" to begin introducing orthographic instruction for children with ASD." R.M. (Oct. 2021)
"It was easy to access and understand. Wealth of resources!!! H.F. (Sept. 2021)
“Describing the 4 processors for reading skills in our brain and how they collaborate was insightful.” W.L. (Sept. 2021)
“This course was informative about what causes hyperlexia, and the comprehension issues that are concerning later on. It also helps to understand how to explain it to parents and teachers who misunderstand hyperlexia.” J.S. (Aug. 2021)
“I enjoyed the treatment techniques and instruction on cycles approach, and how to incorporate literacy how to incorporate written letters.” B.C. (Aug. 2021)
"I enjoyed the discussion on tying meaning to the written word as a comprehension builder. I liked the presentation style." P.F. (Jun. 2021)
"I was particularly interested in the final webinar with the lists of sound loaded, and grammatical morpheme loaded books. I am interested in incorporating theme based activities in my school practice. I liked the resources provided for online and printable resources." A.C. (May 2021)
“The videos helped reinforce what was being discussed. The target sound selection was newish information that I will be able to apply immediately - loved it. The pace and flow were great. The content was organized well and had a good flow. Good information was shared as well as resources. Great online course.” H.F. (Mar. 2021)
“So many great ideas to make the language groups and individual therapy sessions fun for the students. I have to run language groups in my school district and these ideas will help both the children with IEPs and the peer models.” A.E. (Mar. 2021)
“I found the course very informative. There was more covered than I had anticipated. I especially enjoyed going over the importance of pairing print with the sounds during speech sessions. I liked the specific examples of how to pair the print to the sound. There were a multitude of examples for varying levels of development.” D.B. (Feb. 2021)
"The course was informative, and I like that the presenter offered strategies that can be applied immediately with my students." M.D. (Jan. 2021)
"I appreciated the discussion on hyperlexia and how to support comprehension and use of vocabulary as well as sound production practice. However, I expected a little more information specific to ASD." S.L. (Jan. 2021)
"I thought it was great! The presenter clearly loves what she does!" N.B. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Keli Richmond, MS, CCC-SLP
Research has found that even when children with speech sound disorders receive early speech intervention and sounds are successfully remediated, they may be at continued risk for later reading, spelling, and academic difficulties due to a weak underlying phonological system. In this course, learn to use orthographic instruction to remediate speech errors while simultaneously supporting literacy and language skills.... more+
"I liked the video of therapy using techniques." A.D. (Aug. 2024)
"Adding orthographic/ print awareness while working on speech sounds was beneficial. The course was easy to understand, makes sense." J.B. (Aug. 2024)
"This course was amazing and I will definitely be digging deeper into identifying what kind of "processors" my clients are to better address their needs." B.H. (Aug. 2024)
"The info on how the reading role and how the different skills and processors have to all work in order to have fluent reading was beneficial. I liked what the course taught me about the acquisition of reading and writing skills." J.P. (Jul. 2024)
"The presenter does a nice job emphasizing how literacy is in the SLP's scope of practice." M.S. (Jul. 2024)
"The overall concept that print enhances speech progress was beneficial. Very good diversity of media." M.S. (Jul. 2024)
"The treatment ideas and techniques were beneficial. I liked the videos of actual treatment sessions." L.C. (Jul. 2024)
"I enjoyed the presenter's enthusiasm. The entire course was beneficial." M.A. (Jun. 2024)
"The entire course was extremely beneficial. I currently try to incorporate literacy into my therapy sessions and this course provided more detail and resources to increase how/when I introduce orthographic instruction." J.L. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked all of the ideas and the discussion on orthographic instruction." C.G. (Apr. 2024)
"I love learning and implementing orthographic instruction. I liked all of this course." M.W. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing how the SLP can actually be a part of literacy and SHOULD be a part of literacy from the very beginning! Many school districts do not recognize this." J.H. (Apr. 2024)
"Presenter provided great examples with her videos and also her long list of resources was amazing and much appreciated!" J.H. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the videos and resources. I will be more intentional about using print with therapy." K.H. (Mar. 2024)
"Incorporating literacy-based material into my therapy treatments. The examples shown are readily applicable." J.H. (Mar. 2024)
"Very thorough course. Reinforced my use of letters and printed words in speech therapy." T.G. (Mar. 2024)
"The utilization of orthographic instruction to promote phonological awareness and literacy skills was helpful." K.S. (Feb. 2024)
"The progression of orthographic instruction was beneficial. I liked the cited research and resources." J.R. (Feb. 2024)
"A great breakdown of the processors within the brain responsible for reading and writing. Great examples - videos - etc to demonstrate the teachings." T.A. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing the need to introduce phonemes earlier was helpful. I liked the availability of the slide show as a reference and a tool for review." T.C. (Feb. 2024)
"Incorporating print during therapy was a beneficial topic. The therapy videos, list of helpful resources, and activities were very helpful." S.L. (Feb. 2024)
"The entire presentation was excellent. The presenter was well-spoken and provided many excellent examples and videos." C.C. (Feb. 2024)
"Using sound-loaded books was beneficial." C.P. (Jan. 2024)
"All the video examples have excellent content and relate directly to therapy." S.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Targeting later developing or non-stimulable sounds first, leads to greater overall improvements. I liked the therapy material ideas and references." C.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The entire presentation was filled with excellent techniques, videos, and materials. I will definitely incorporate her methods of using print before introducing pictures. I would also like to use her methods of learning vowels." E.V. (Dec. 2023)
"The presenter was absolutely wonderful! She presented all the information in an easy and enjoyable way! She had tons of videos of therapy sessions utilizing everything she talked about, and she gave great resource ideas! There is so much to remember that I will definitely be listening to this over and over to get a better grasp of all information and make use of all her techniques!" E.V. (Dec. 2023)
"Incorporating print into group therapy sessions for speech and language goals was helpful." S.G. (Dec. 2023)
"I appreciated the therapies and resources. I loved the video examples and the resources provided." L.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Orthographic approaches were beneficial. I enjoyed the many videos of therapy." J.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Targeting later developing sounds first was helpful. I liked the videos that demonstrate how to use toys and print cards/cues to elicit sounds from kids." L.H. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the use of the modified cycles approach. The content was easy to understand." S.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Plenty of therapy examples, plenty of resources, and many of them free!" R.B. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the video examples of therapy." J.V. (Dec. 2023)
"I found learning about the different processors for reading development very beneficial. This will help me keep the broader goals in perspective. I liked the explanations and examples." X.C. (Nov. 2023)
"All of this information will be very beneficial for my practice as an SLP working in Early Childhood Special Education. I found the video demonstrations to be extremely helpful, as well as the extensive resource list." K.B. (Nov. 2023)
"The presenter gave a lot of important details for the implementation of orthographic instruction. I liked the lessons and the videos." A.C. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the real videos of actual therapy. Incorporating print when teaching speech sound production was beneficial." D.C. (Nov. 2023)
"I have started using print with articulation, and it does help!! I agree with using print with articulation, and this course gave me more background information." A.L. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the clear examples. And the research to share." M.S. (Oct. 2023)
"I appreciated the many video demonstrations illustrating HOW TO incorporate orthographic instruction in my therapy sessions." M.N. (Sep. 2023)
"The information was presented in a way that I can take and apply to my day-to-day practice. I liked the breadth of resources, particularly the various websites referenced throughout the training. I also benefited from the abundance of video clips." M.N. (Sep. 2023)
"Very informative course. I liked incorporating the written word in therapy." V.F. (Sep. 2023)
"The orthographic approaches, orthographic instruction, and the resources were beneficial. The presentation, videos, and outline were excellent!" C.C. (Sep. 2023)
"Lots of examples and videos. Lots of references. I liked the orthographic instruction concept." T.L. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the research based information presented - learning how orthographic instruction improves speech, language and literacy skills. I liked the hands-on activities presented. I really liked it all." J.L. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the video lessons and using letters and words in therapy." R.K. (Aug. 2023)
"Many therapy suggestions - learning ways to incorporate print and literacy into my therapy." J.S. (Jul. 2023)
"The presenter was well organized and knowledgeable, which made this course easy to understand and enjoyable. Introducing and using print in therapy to develop the orthographic processor will be beneficial." M.S. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the whole idea of using orthographic representation while working on speech sounds and language concepts. I have shown letters and words while working with my students but not to the extent that I should be for developing literacy skills and helping to solidify correct speech sounds and understanding and use of language concepts. The handout was definitely labor intense with its colored pictures and diagrams, etc. Thank-you! Also, so many references that mentioned free printables. It's appreciated." H.O. (Jun. 2023)
"Practical therapy ideas and resources. Great content and engaging speaker." P.S. (May 2023)
"Discussing the difference between traditional and orthographic therapy was beneficial. I liked everything, especially the videos, which were great examples." D.C. (May 2023)
"All of this information was very helpful, especially the incorporation of print into speech and language therapy. Well-presented course, excellent review, resources, and videos." C.M. (Mar. 2023)
"The video examples of therapy using orthographic instruction were beneficial." C.B. (Mar. 2023)
"This entire presentation is applicable to my school-based position for both articulation and language students. I loved the therapy videos for demonstration purposes." K.B. (Mar. 2023)
"Practical examples. Connecting print with articulation therapy." B.L. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the therapy suggestions. And learning how to incorporate print into my therapy." R.C. (Feb. 2023)
"Lots of great ideas. I liked the examples of therapy sessions and games used. The blending of phonology and orthographic information to increase speech, language, and reading skills was good information." M.B. (Feb. 2023)
"The use of color coding for grammatical structures and various ways to incorporate orthographic instruction were very helpful." M.A. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the sequencing of using written cues. Very detailed handout especially the resources at the end." P.D. (Nov. 2022)
"I found the entire course beneficial. I was able to immediately use orthographic principles in my daily practice." G.S. (Nov. 2022)
"This course was very functional - something I can use right away to improve my practice - incorporating print into therapy to improve literacy skills." T.F. (Oct. 2022)
"The videos were very helpful. Learning to use print to facilitate increasing my student's awareness of speech sound production and also helping with language goals." J.N. (Oct. 2022)
"The process of the strategies to apply was good. I liked the strategies to use at different stages of student/client progression." M.L. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked learning the differences between traditional approaches and the orthographic approach - good examples of how to run lessons." T.K. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked how the presenter broke down all of the different levels of instruction and how it was applicable to multiple grade levels. And I liked all of the resources provided and the video examples of the therapy sessions." E.O. (Sept. 2022)
"Good examples and ideas - adding graphemes to speech tx sessions." J.R. (Aug. 2022)
"The course is very clear. I liked the discussion of orthographic instruction." N.H. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the relevance to the school setting. And including literacy in articulation treatment sessions." A.L. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked that it was designed in sections and had a list of the websites and materials." O.S. (Aug. 2022)
"I like that I can come and go as needed as well as replay sections. I appreciated the videos of sessions to model the approach and activities discussed." L.H. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked all the specific examples about types of intervention to use." A.D. (Jul. 2022)
"I will increase the presentation and use of print in my therapy sessions." L.H. (Jul. 2022)
"Good interventions in video form to help me plan my future therapy sessions. Liked the idea of including print in all activities to increase literacy and phonemic awareness." L.N. (Jul. 2022)
"Easy to follow course with all the printed resources. I liked the word sequences and the use of the sight words and high frequency words." D.R. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the ease and comprehensiveness of course. Early use of letters in stimulating sound and following the rubric of cycling using later developing and non-stimulable sounds was beneficial." S.R. (Jun. 2022)
"I loved the specific video examples so that the content can be implemented quicker in sessions." E.S. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the neurology behind the practice. It can be overwhelming knowing all of the things we can be responsible for with our students, so I really appreciated the tips on how to incorporate so many things into what we are already doing in order to get "more bang for our buck"! L.W. (Jun. 2022)
"The speaker was very engaging. Lots of hands on resources." M.M. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the many resources included in the course! And learning how incorporating print can really make a difference toward helping improve literacy with our kids with speech sound disorders." B.S. (May 2020)
"Linking sound to print – the course was very practical!" H.H. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked all the specific examples and all the videos of therapy." L.S. (Apr. 2022)
"Learning and understanding the process of how to implement this information, the step by step process – was most beneficial." M.U. (Mar. 2022)
"It helped refresh my understanding of the importance to use literacy in my practice." S.B. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the video examples of using the printed words in therapy. The speaker's passion was apparent and inspiring." S.W. (Feb. 2022)
"I loved learning about the reading/speech/language connection. The course was interesting and provided activities I could use immediately." T.B. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked that the presenter gave specific steps and examples for the therapy she was presenting. Also the extra resources provided." K.N. (Feb. 2022)
"Including print in my therapy will be beneficial. I liked the many examples and demonstrations." K.B. (Feb. 2022)
"The information about orthographic instruction has been so helpful. I loved the videos she shared of her providing the therapy to her clients and various therapy techniques." Y.K. (Jan. 2022)
"When this broke down traditional orthographic intervention to how we should really be viewing the various pieces. This is a course that I will be referring to the handout often as there is so much to remember! It covered a topic that I'm not confident in and made it easier for me to digest and comprehend." B.R. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked using print with the preschool population. Good videos of sessions, and good list of resources." J.S. (Jan. 2022)
"All of it was great! I think the best topic was waiting to provide the picture cue until after successful production of target word with corresponding letters. I liked the use of multiple example therapy videos." L.T. (Dec. 2021)
"This course was perfect! Learning the connection between the different areas of the brain and how each system works to build a multimodality approach to literacy...it makes perfect sense that we should introduce print when we're working on target sounds. Thank you!" S.G. (Dec. 2021)
"It was very helpful to learn of so much evidenced based support for providing print with each level of the process. Having done this for years, it was very reinforcing. I also enjoyed learning Keli Richmond's strategies for presenting consonant and vowel digraphs. As I work with various levels of children's ability, her information on Reading and the Brain was very helpful to keep in mind and probe during evaluation and on-going assessment. Her handout was well organized and informative; useful for filing and future reference. Her video illustrations were well timed and helpful along with a few related personal experiences. I enjoyed this course." A.H. (Dec. 2021)
"I loved all of the examples and reference charts!!!" C.M. (Nov. 2021)
"Keli gave great examples of practical activities to use in therapy to improve speech but especially to help children become readers. I have been using simple games to increase sound production opportunities and reading a book to tie in vocabulary and reading with the sounds we are working on. I Loved that she uses later developed sounds in the child's age/developmental range and sees improvement in early sounds that aren't yet acquired. I am using her four-picture picture schedule and it is working beautifully! Examples, right amount of lecture, game and book resources, apps and online resources - actually I liked the whole course!" K.S. (Nov. 2021)
"I am passionate about improving literacy skills for my students. I also want to learn as much about reading development as I can so I can help teachers in my building use appropriate strategies in the classroom." L.T. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the therapy examples and materials." B.W. (Sept. 2021)
"The systems that are affected when there is a break down as well as the ideas and therapy support to improve literacy were very good." S.C. (July 2021)
"I liked the literacy activity ideas provided and how to incorporate them into sessions." S.L. (June 2021)
"The topic I found most beneficial for my daily practice was implementation of orthographic instruction during traditional therapy. I liked the video examples of how to implement print, the best." S.V. (June 2021)
"I found the ideas for activities in the classroom (i.e. Magic hat, letter of the week, and letter themes) really beneficial as I work in a literacy achievement classroom alongside teachers. I liked understanding how important it is to establish the link between orthographic processing and phonological processing to truly improve literacy skills for our students with speech and language impairments." E.S. (June 2021)
“I liked that this course provided practical examples and resources.” K.K (Mar. 2021)
“I liked the information on how to collaborate with reading specialists. But I found the classroom integration ideas to be the most beneficial.” C.F. (Feb. 2021)
“I liked the instruction on selecting sounds to target and also how to include print in your session to promote awareness and understanding.” M.F. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Nancy Geruntino, MA, SLP
Are your students struggling to make progress using traditional ‘R’ remediation therapy? R Made Simple is an entirely different approach to R. This method is easy to teach, fun to learn, and most importantly, it reduces the number of contexts that need to be taught! This approach is appropriate for students who are beginning therapy, for students with distortions persisting after expected development, and for students struggling to make progress using other 'R' therapy approaches. ... more+
"Breaking down the sounds into the up, down and slide categories was beneficial. Very practical to apply immediately." T.P. (Aug. 2024)
"The applied methods for working with students were beneficial. I liked the specific word analysis." S.V. (Aug. 2024)
"The practice was helpful to be able to better understand the program. Great video examples!" S.W. (Aug. 2024)
"Specific examples of what a therapy session would look like were helpful compared to just reading the manual. I enjoyed the video examples and seeing the progress of the students." K.M. (Aug. 2024)
"The way the sounds were classified "up, down, slide" was beneficial. I liked the direct instruction on how to apply this therapy." G.R. (Jun. 2024)
"I enjoyed learning new elicitation techniques for R. Gave me something new to try in therapy with clients that are seemingly "stuck" or plateau in progress." A.S. (Jun. 2024)
"I now understand the "why" behind patterns of errors. Lots of examples." L.T. (Apr. 2024)
"A new way to teach r." B.I. (Apr. 2024)
"Loved how this course went right to treatment." J.F. (Mar. 2024)
"This methodology for supporting /r/ was beneficial to discuss. I liked the examples and videos." V.M. (Jan. 2024)
"Learning about the up, down, and slide alphabet was very interesting. Also, I liked the incorporation of language into this program, as a lot of my students have both language and articulation goals. I loved the different examples and how straightforward this program was." E.S. (Jan. 2024)
"New approach to 'r' with practice and lots of examples. I liked the opportunity to categorize the sounds/words and see if they were correct." M.L. (Jan. 2024)
"The entire concept of this program and its explanation was beneficial. Easy to follow and thorough instructions. I liked the SLP and student(s) working on a lesson." J.F. (Jan. 2024)
"I enjoyed the examples and hands-on approach." R.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Targeting /r/ using a different approach and allowing students more self-accountability. I liked the case studies." C.H. (Dec. 2023)
"The explanation of the anatomy and physiology of the mouth muscles was beneficial. I enjoyed the videos of the therapy sessions." R.K. (Dec. 2023)
"I found the beginning information and training sessions the most beneficial for my daily practice. Nancy was brilliant to figure this all out and I am so glad she shared! I liked the instruction and the new and different strategies to support /r/. I love the motor planning that is predictable and objective for both the therapist and the client. I started this with my one student who has the /r/ challenge, and progress is occurring along with happiness and confidence. When I was writing a few notes after production occurred the first time with the thumb support and early strategy, the eleven-year-old was practicing accurately aloud. Thank you for this effective program!" N.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Categorizing the /r/ sounds helped me to have more awareness with the students that I work with. I liked focus on generalization." A.L. (Nov. 2023)
"The up, down, slide and tactile cue to musculature was beneficial. I liked the video examples and therapy examples....so specific." S.S. (Nov. 2023)
"These new techniques for eliciting /r/ will be very helpful in therapy. Clear and concise; practicing was helpful." A.E. (Nov. 2023)
"I love this approach for /r/ therapy for my students. It seems to involve them in understanding tongue placement, analyzing the word and then figuring out where their tongue needs to go independently rather than me just telling them repeatedly! I really liked the practice part for the learner to figure out which is up, down, or slide. When I started the course, I was very intimidated and afraid that I wouldn't understand it, but when we practiced, I saw that I CAN do it." M.B. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the videos of actual therapy. The review of the placement of the articulators and the up, down or slide labels that are used to explain placement were beneficial." K.R. (Nov. 2023)
"Practical application correlating with a hands-on program. Thorough and great sequence from theory to application." J.N. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the strategies and the examples of implementation through videos with students." M.F. (Nov. 2023)
"Specific techniques to increase production of /r/." J.Y. (Nov. 2023)
"I'm excited to apply this overall methodology. I liked how well explained it was." L.S. (Nov. 2023)
"I really appreciated learning the elicitation technique for "r", e.g. thumb-up exercise, and addressing the coarticulation piece of "r" therapy. I liked the convenience of this course and the high quality of the educational content." L.V. (Oct. 2023)
"I loved the real-life videos. I really enjoyed seeing the application with literacy as this is an area of weakness for a lot of my clients." E.J. (Oct. 2023)
"This course was very helpful with teaching my students who struggle with /r/ production. It demonstrated how to use this program and had various therapy ideas." E.K. (Oct. 2023)
"Specific therapeutic procedures. I liked the examples." S.C. (Oct. 2023)
"Lots of good examples and videos demonstrating the information presented. I liked analyzing the /r/ to help motor planning." K.T. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the depth of this program - not a narrow focus. Adding the literacy component into the program is beneficial." L.K. (Sep. 2023)
"Using the up/down/slide alphabet will help children improve their phonological awareness while building a strong motor plan. I liked that the presenter provided rationale behind these strategies." B.R. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the video therapy presentations and discussions. Learning how to incorporate the R Made Simple program was beneficial." C.D. (Sep. 2023)
"Good explanation on how to use the R Made Simple program." S.Y. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the video modeling and practical ways to incorporate techniques." S.G. (Sep. 2023)
"I will use this!" C.D. (Sep. 2023)
"Easy to apply immediately to my caseload. I liked simplifying the motor movements of /r/ into 3 categories (up, down, slide)." K.P. (Aug. 2023)
"Here's a way to work on /r/ that makes sense! It is more objective than other approaches seem to be. I loved the footage of students over time and being able to see the program in action." J.M. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the teaching of the motor movement patterns of "up" "down" and "slide" as well as the use of language activities for generalization." J.V. (Aug. 2023)
"I really enjoyed all of the language and literacy-based practice ideas that were presented! This course was a very organized presentation with good, practical information. I always appreciate having copies of the slides to refer to and add notes to while the speaker is talking." M.P. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked all of it. Application of R therapy into academics and real life." J.L. (Aug. 2023)
"The entire course was extremely relevant. I enjoyed how detailed the presenter was in teaching this course. Her presentation style, teaching methods, and examples were excellent for learning. Placing sounds into categories is the basis of this program and the rest of the activities are grounded in this new way of presenting mastery of /r/." E.V. (Jul. 2023)
"Great techniques taught. I liked the step by step instructions for using this program." E.D. (Jul. 2023)
"A different approach to teaching the production of /r/. The instructions were specific and the videos really helped to show how the therapy session would address the techniques." G.J. (Jul. 2023)
"This is truly a new way to teach the /r/, and I am excited to get started! The method you use for teaching the students "vocalic r" with the DOWN category - this makes it easier for the students to understand. I love the emphasis on analyzing the speech sounds instead of constant speech drills. The videos of the students learning and practicing the /r/ method were valuable." C.H. (Jun. 2023)
"I loved focusing on the sounds that precede the R sound, as that is often the biggest hurdle for our students. I also enjoyed the validation of incorporating literacy and language into speech artic therapy. Great information, and I loved getting ample opportunities to practice analyzing the sounds... AND seeing the case studies." D.D. (Jun. 2023)
"I enjoyed the discussion about applications to literacy and language intervention. And I liked the videos of therapy sessions!" B.E. (Jun. 2023)
"The method of this program is genius!! I love how detailed the teaching of the method and the examples of this program were. I am able to take what I have learned and implement this with my clients immediately." L.L. (May 2023)
"I liked how the presenter incorporated language learning into this program. The presentation showed exactly what to do with this program. I could leave this training and immediately implement the program." C.M. (May 2023)
"I liked the structured, simple data collection. I liked the intensive therapy process involving repetition and client understanding of the process, movement of speech anatomy, and goal setting." D.P. (May 2023)
"I liked the references to language and academic topics. And seeing the videos of program in action." A.C. (May 2023)
"I liked the description of up, down, and slide and all the practice that was included." M.G. (May 2023)
"Instructional videos of how this program is used in therapy sessions with children in the school therapy setting were beneficial." J.L. (May 2023)
"I liked the up down slide concept and seeing how quickly these children picked up on the skill. The practice slides were beneficial." D.W. (May 2023)
"R is so difficult to teach - I appreciated this new perspective." N.H. (May 2023)
"I teach the /r/ using a program that looks at over 20 variations of /r/ productions! Teaching 3 types of productions (up, down, slide) looks to be a lot easier for children to understand. I liked the easy classification of the /r/ productions." D.C. (Apr. 2023)
"Separating the /r/ words into up, down, slides to determine where the tongue needed to be was beneficial. I liked the videos and hands-on practice with the words." M.C. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked simplifying the R to a motor planning process and organizing it by up/down/slide. I liked the examples and the videos of the process. It was nice to have a thorough explanation of this program and to actually see the steps in action." J.F. (Apr. 2023)
"I will invest in this program. Absolutely insightful way to provide therapy." M.K. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked seeing the SLP at practice with her students." M.G. (Apr. 2023)
"This worked great with two of my /r/ students who had not been able to produce vocalic /r/ before. The steps and examples were very clear. I found the description of how to produce the /r/ sound in isolation with the use of the thumb exercise the most beneficial." A.V. (Mar. 2023)
"Unique perspective and novel strategy. I liked incorporating language therapy into articulation therapy." C.W. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the comprehensive explanation of the ups, downs, and slides and the approach we can use to help our students discriminate those /r/ sounds within the words. I appreciated the methodology that was shared with us. As a result, we as therapists can implement those strategies into our sessions right away." M.C. (Mar. 2023)
"A strategic way to teach /r/ to speech students. I knew /r/ was pronounced in different ways depending on what vowel or blend surrounded the /r/, but I never realized there was a certain way per sound that was consistent. I can't wait to use this with my students who have been working on /r/ for a long time and letting them analyze it to take responsibility and help them generalize and master the /r/. I loved speaker's enthusiasm and watching the progress of the conversational speech after the year of speech." A.P. (Mar. 2023)
"The instructional cues and methods made this course easy to understand and easy to implement. Clearly presented and thoroughly explained my questions before I could form them." T.F. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the video demonstrations of methodologies with older students as well as young ones. The thumb exercise to assist in placement and production of the "cup" position of the tongue was helpful." S.A. (Mar. 2023)
"It’s a tangible program. Easy to understand." M.K. (Mar. 2023)
"This is a different approach to R therapy. I liked the practice materials." L.C. (Mar. 2023)
"I learned a new method and process for teaching /r/ sounds. Straightforward presentation, examples, handouts. Liked the child-friendly language of the approach." M.Y. (Jan. 2023)
"Course was easy to understand and with lots of examples." C.L. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the video examples of how to teach this program to students." E.L. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the videos of therapy sessions, practice time, and repetitions. And learning the 3 'r' positions." J.C. (Jan. 2023)
"Useful ways to get an R!!" J.H. (Jan. 2023)
"Thinking of the R productions as up, down, and slide. Using the thumb exercises to help get the correct production. Video examples to show it in action." M.B. (Jan. 2023)
"Carryover to other subjects. Liked all of the handouts." T.M. (Jan. 2023)
"A new and practical approach for my /r/ challenged middle schoolers. I love how many practical solutions and ideas were provided." D.J. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the practicality of use for daily therapy. Tongue exercises were beneficial." A.K. (Dec. 2022)
"Using the 3 different categories to explain /r/ to children in a friendly, easy to understand way. The examples, videos, and real life therapy practices were helpful." M.K. (Dec. 2022)
"I loved the idea of dividing /r/ sounds into just 3 groups." M.P. (Dec. 2022)
"I learned a new methodology for treating /r/ and all articulation. This course was easy to listen to." K.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I loved the new approach to teaching tongue placement by using the sounds alphabet. I liked the recorded therapy examples which allowed me to see the students' progress over time." D.R. (Dec. 2022)
"The categories within the course were easily accessible. The therapy clips demonstrating the techniques were very informative." A.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the video examples." C.T. (Dec. 2022)
"I think grouping the sounds in the Ups, Downs, and Slides is a very concrete way to help students realize/visualize the sounds as they make them. I will definitely be reviewing the course again as I continue therapy with my students. Liked the concrete examples by showing actual therapy sessions." M.M. (Dec. 2022)
"The categorization of sounds was helpful from a co-articulation perspective, and how to choose which words to practice. The specific examples were very helpful." D.W. (Dec. 2022)
"Incorporating language and articulation activities to improve the /r/ and increase language proficiency was beneficial - fun for the students." D.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the therapy examples provided. And the emphasis on looking at the sounds that precede the 'r' to help in producing a correct /r/ in speech." C.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Many therapy activities presented. I liked the modeling with students." K.C. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the systematic way of teaching the children to produce the R sound by reducing the complexity of motor planning." T.O. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the instructional videos." S.R. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning the up/down/slide alphabet and thumb push under chin - the whole course was helpful." G.W. (Nov. 2022)
"This course is directly applicable to daily therapy." L.D. (Nov. 2022)
"I enjoyed learning the up, down, and slide tongue positions. Videos showing practice with students and the progress they made over various periods of time were nice. I liked the color coding of the different methods - up, down, and slide and having students analyze words." C.B. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the therapy clips demonstrating the technique." A.M. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the whole topic, as it is a novel approach to /r/ work. The video examples are always useful. Speaker has an easy-to-follow, linear approach to instruction." A.W. (Nov. 2022)
"Well organized and easy to follow. I liked learning Up/Down/Slide for how to produce /r/." S.S. (Nov. 2022)
"The videos were great! I could really identify with the children and the therapy sessions. I enjoyed learning the method. I found it very interesting that you did not have a drill on isolation, vowels, etc. I also liked the information on the "glue words!" L.S. (Oct. 2022)
"I'm retired, but I plan to try this approach with my grandson. When I was practicing, I used some of these same ideas, like the slide sounds and thumb position from the PROMPT program that I was trained in!" S.K. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the video examples of therapy and practice analyzing words. And learning to group speech sounds into up, down, and slide categories." S.A. (Oct. 2022)
"Learning the Up, Down, Slide approach and how it impacts motor planning was beneficial." C.G. (Oct. 2022)
"A new approach to teaching /r/ for kids is helpful for those who have stalled in their treatment. The examples were great." B.O. (Oct. 2022)
"Great use of examples, demonstration, and practical application. Watching video examples was very helpful." K.K. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the student videos. Good instruction and ideas for how to teach students to correctly produce the /r/ sound." J.B. (Oct. 2022)
"I loved all of it and I really liked learning about the thumb exercise. I really enjoyed the demonstrations and how to incorporate this methodology into therapy." V.B. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked learning the different categories of R productions. This course included excellent language activities for generalization and carryover of R sounds while stimulating or teaching language skills." B.S. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked learning how to implement the approach. Good examples - lots of practice." S.V. (Sept. 2022)
"I found most beneficial the examples of ways to implement the program. The videos provided clear examples of the therapy process to implement the program." S.S. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the word analysis activities." J.H. (Sept. 2022)
"The course is easy to follow. I liked learning to categorize the /r/ sounds into the Up, Down and Slide groups." K.H. (Sept. 2022)
"The categorization of the /r/ sounds into up, down, and slide as well as the physical prompting with the thumb was most beneficial. The multiple video examples in categorizing /r/ sounds were the best part of this course." M.P. (Sept. 2022)
"Extremely functional, well organized and I liked the specific examples & videos provided. Thorough approach to teaching a completely different way of therapy for the /r/ sound." K.D. (Aug. 2022)
"I loved seeing Nancy implement the program and being able to witness the change in the students' speech. The /r/ sound is challenging to correct and using color coding for placement will be beneficial." C.C. (Aug. 2022)
"Rethinking current practice and considering factors of co-articulation, diversity in language dialects and spellings, and real examples will most benefit my practice. Immediate practicality and access to ready-made materials to reduce planning workload and streamline services within a programmed experience." M.K. (Aug. 2022)
"I could feel myself learning the content and saw the value of the highlighting, repetition of the rules, and frequent opportunities for practice. This was a very well thought out, systematic learning process with excellent results. I am happy to add this to my arsenal. I liked the use of sound rich language contexts to support both language and reinforcement of the artic goals. I thought it was excellent! I am always very pleased with the presenters at NSS." G.E. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked that I was able to break it up into shorter viewing sessions." B.M. (Aug. 2022)
"The flow and format of the course were good." J.W. (July 2022)
"Practical! It will help my students make faster progress with their /r/ sounds." G.B. (June 2022)
"I liked practicing determining if words were ups/downs/slides. That was very helpful. I also liked watching the clips of real therapy in action." G.B. (June 2022)
"Real life video examples of how to implement were very helpful!" I liked having a new approach for R." A.S. (June 2022)
"I liked seeing the kids progress. And highlighting different coarticulation patterns was beneficial." C.P. (June 2022)
"A new approach for /r/! I liked the concept of up, down, and slide sounds." L.C. (June 2022)
"I like how well the topic was covered and the videos that showed the implementation of the system." L.N. (June 2022)
"This is, by far, the best CEU course I've taken in several years. I liked the program itself along with the therapy sessions. Nothing can replace watching a good SLP in practice!" E.M. (May 2022)
"Showing the information being used by real-life students was helpful." K.D. (May 2022)
"It gave very useful information to carry back into my daily therapy sessions." S.B. (May 2022)
"This course was comprehensive. I liked the video examples and the specific strategies for eliciting /r/." L.M. (May 2022)
"Learning how to use coarticulation strategies via the up, down, slide method will be very beneficial to use in my therapy sessions. The video sessions were very informative." S.B. (May 2022)
"I liked the examples with children and task breakdown, and the emphasis on lingual movement and strength." T.K. (May 2022)
"Learning the color codes to analyze where the sound is produced and helping the child know how to move their tongue into position for the r sound was beneficial for my daily practice." S.B. (May 2022)
"The ease of course access was nice. Part One was most beneficial for me. I liked that she broke it down into specific categories." H.B. (May 2022)
"I liked that I was able to take the course at any time, and able to pause if necessary. And learning to break down the words into up, down, and slide categories." M.B. (May 2022)
"This course has really changed the way I work on the /r/ sound. I have found it very effective! I liked the examples of how to break down words for specific motor planning." E.H. (Apr. 2022)
"I like the practical application of the strategy – a new approach to remediating /r/." N.P. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked learning how to analyze words with the students! And learning about the up down and slide method!" J.H. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked that it's a different way to work on the r sound. Something new to try!" D.L. (Mar. 2022)
"The videos demonstrating teaching of program to actual students was most beneficial. I appreciated the case study type videos and the ideas for how to implement the strategies with students." C.K. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the many examples given, the videos of real therapy sessions as well as the ideas to incorporate language into the therapy sessions." B.S. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the video session examples – seeing how the program works using students who are using the program. Also seeing how they improved in therapy. " K.B. (Feb. 2022)
"It was very easy to understand and will be easy to implement in my therapy. I liked the use of Ups, Downs, and Slides to teach the r sound." D.P. (Jan. 2022)
"Supporting glottal or pharyngeal productions/tension with singing. I liked seeing real therapy with students who were not making perfect 'r' sounds." A.O. (Jan. 2022)
"I really appreciated the specific exercises demonstrated (like the Thumb exercise), and learning a strategy that simplifies the movement / categories into only three basic types. I am so fond of this program! I was already using it before watching the training, and with good success. I like the examples and demo's the best." J.A. (Dec. 2021)
"I like how the sounds were categorized and organized to provide more analysis for students." S.P. (Dec. 2021)
"I've been using the program in the clinic and really like it." K.C. (Dec. 2021)
"I will try having the students analyze the words and determine if the sound before is an up, down, or slide sound." K.B. (Dec. 2021)
“Actually seeing her work with students to develop the treatment plan and outline was AMAZING. The best CE I've ever received because I got to see her actually doing it!” S.S. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the amount of examples given." S.H. (Nov. 2021)
"The course was very clear and well organized. The videos were great too." L.F (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the analysis of the different /r/ sounds. I like being able to practice analyzing the /r/ sounds." K.K. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the tactile cue, and the analyzing of sounds to implement into daily therapy sessions. A new approach to something I've been working on for a long time." T.J. (Oct. 2021)
"The presented method for remediation of the /r/sound was new and interesting. I am looking forward to trying this method with my clients. The course was well organized. The presenter was thorough in her presentation of the information." B.K. (Aug. 2021)
"The stream-lined approach to teaching /r/ was helpful for my daily practice. The course was short, sweet, and affordable." M.M. (Aug. 2021)
"A review of the entire program to work with my articulation students on /r/. Nancy was very thorough and reviewing the progress of the program." S.C. (July 2021)
"The handouts and use of videos and functional activities that can be used for different ages of the student were very good." F.F. (July 2021)
"The category positions- Ups, Downs, Slides and cues for tongue placement before producing the "r" sound will be beneficial for my daily practice. Presentation of material was organized and spoken with clarity. I loved the videos and the handouts!!!" R.A. (July 2021)
"I appreciated how the course walked through all the elements of the program and gave many examples of words to analyze as well as videos of real treatment sessions." A.B. (Jun. 2021)
“The video examples that helped to understand how to implement the program, and the evidence of such great progress with the students were very beneficial.” J.C. (Jun. 2021)
“I loved the way the instructor modeled her program. All the information she provided was very helpful. The knowledge I am taking away from this program is extraordinary!” S.K. (May 2021)
“I enjoyed the videos demonstrating the therapy in action.” B.D. (May 2021)
“The therapy examples were amazing!!! Great to see it all in action.” T.S. (Apr. 2021)
“This is a new way to address the /r/ sound and pair it with reading.” E.B. (Feb. 2021)
“My students struggle with /r/ - this is a new and unique way to look at /r/ production that I can pass on to my students immediately!” K.K. (Feb. 2021)
“I especially liked the strategy of teaching the /r/. It seems to be much more simplistic than the way I was teaching it and hopefully will be easier for children to learn. The motor-planning aspect of up, down, and slide movements are going to be beneficial to teaching the /r/ sound in a new way in my daily practice.” M.B. (Jan 2021)
Presenter: Marge Blanc, MA, CCC-SLP
This NLA Level 1 Course describes the linguistics of echolalia in language development. Consider the notion that echolalia can be shaped and modified to create functional language and that autistic children who demonstrate echolalia use this speech for intentional communication. Learn a protocol for assessing spontaneous language in autism, determining the stages of language development, and deriving appropriate language goals.... more+
"It was beneficial discussing the difference between analytic and gestalt language processors; examples on how to mitigate long chunks of echoed language transitioning to 1-2 words. I liked the course convenience and availability." A.O. (Aug. 2024)
"Older children - I have a few 10-12 year olds who have just started with me and I believe are GLPs. I've watched a lot of the free webinars on the NLA website so this was great to consolidate, and hearing that my 10-12 year olds may or may not reach grammar, and it's still valuable to get to mitigations if that's as far as they get because it can increase the flexibility of what they can say and when was really helpful in knowing what to aim for and how to discuss likely prognosis with parents. The course was self-paced and clear to understand." B.W. (Aug. 2024)
"As an SLP who works with many autistic students, I find it beneficial to understand how they may better process language so I can help foster a healthy environment for learning for them and to encourage language development. I enjoyed the downloadable handouts and packets that were provided for us." L.H. (Aug. 2024)
"The relevance and research regarding gestalt language processors was beneficial. I liked that I could use closed captions and change the audio speed." I.J. (Aug. 2024)
"Being able to better support the kids I work with with ASD in the early learning program as they move through gestalt language stages. I liked being able to work through the sections at my pace/schedule." B.D. (Aug. 2024)
"The assessment because it can be applied in my daily setting and I have something functional to use and show caregivers. The sections made the course flow nicely." D.E. (Aug. 2024)
"Examples of language sample scoring were helpful. I liked that I could learn at my own pace (pause and stop as needed)." L.B. (Aug. 2024)
"All new info for me. Enjoyed it all. Especially learning what gestalts are and how language can grow from that." L.M. (Aug. 2024)
"A new way of looking at the development of language will help me reframe my therapy and targets within therapy with this type of language learner." A.S. (Aug. 2024)
"The discussion of how GLP can be across neurotypical or neurodivergent individuals was beneficial. I appreciated the ability to resume course when able." S.B. (Aug. 2024)
"I found all the discussions on the developmental framework to be beneficial. I enjoyed the assessment section with language sample analysis examples." D.B. (Aug. 2024)
"A deeper understanding of the importance of increasing emotional regulation. A deeper understanding of the stages of NLA and the strategies at each stage to model. Broken up for breaks and talking out what I have learned." S.D. (Aug. 2024)
"Gestalt language and mitigating were beneficial to discuss. Also breaking it down to single words because I would think that as regression. I liked the pace and how it was broken down into sections." M.T. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the practicality and the examples." L.C. (Aug. 2024)
"Stages of language development; explanation of each stage. The instructor was very thorough and knowledgeable. She spoke throughout the entire course in a very soft but firm voice; very evenly paced. The material was much more understandable due to this." A.G. (Jul. 2024)
"This course is extremely well organized and detailed. I appreciated the overview and the discussions comparing analytic language development and Gestalt Language development. There were many visual supports and references to therapeutic intervention in the clinical setting. I also appreciated the practical aspects of the course as it relates to assessment of the child's language development and the outline and examples of therapeutic techniques in the clinical setting." A.B. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked Marge's explanations and examples." L.C. (Jul. 2024)
"I enjoyed the video examples and charts of development." C.F. (Jul. 2024)
"The benefits of understanding NLA in AU." J.M. (Jul. 2024)
"The stages of gestalt language processors and how to provide appropriate models. Very clear in providing information. Good handouts." S.C. (Jul. 2024)
"The connection with NLA and "typical" or analytic language processors. I enjoyed this flexible (digital) course." S.P. (Jul. 2024)
"Redefinition of a child who is nonverbal was beneficial. I liked the pace of the presentation." P.H. (Jul. 2024)
"The NLA Scoring procedure was particularly helpful to use as a jump off for many of my current clients who are at a mixture of stages. The course was very thorough and provided a lot of real-life examples that help explain the technical concepts." A.B. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the examples of how to mitigate echolalia and examples of how to score language samples." K.W. (Jul. 2024)
"Understanding the NLA stages was the most beneficial for my daily practice. I really enjoyed understanding the history of the approach." Y.G. (Jul. 2024)
"The course was not time-consuming, well organized, and beneficial as an SLP who treats many ASD children." J.H. (Jul. 2024)
"It was beneficial understanding ALD v GLD Assessment, using the DSS. Having better language to use when I'm explaining a child's language to parents and when writing reports to describe a child's language." T.E. (Jul. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss how to model a variety of combinations from their echoed utterances. I liked that the course was self-paced." M.D. (Jul. 2024)
"Analysis and treatment sections were very helpful. It is going to change my practice immediately for the better with my autism patients." E.S. (Jul. 2024)
"Understanding Gestalt language and how it relates to communication was beneficial. I liked that the course was broken down into smaller sections and the use of specific examples." P.T. (Jul. 2024)
"All of the information was helpful. I'm incredibly grateful for the NLA framework to guide my practice as I support language development with many remarkable individuals. I love that I can play and replay each lesson." N.G. (Jul. 2024)
"Very fascinating to learn of the different stages and how we can complete more accurate assessment to help transition these kiddos into the next language development stage. Easy to follow, able to go at my pace." A.S. (Jul. 2024)
"The entire course was beneficial. I think it's helpful to understand the research behind NLA and understanding the 6 stages is most beneficial to understanding gestalt language development." A.W. (Jul. 2024)
"Assessment of GLPs was helpful. I liked the anecdotes from clinical experience." M.W. (Jun. 2024)
"I love the examples - it's always nice to get "real life" perspective and practice." K.E. (Jun. 2024)
"I learned a lot about the specific stages of NLA and how to analyze a language sample to figure out where a child is at and how to help them move from one stage to the next." A.G. (Jun. 2024)
"Assessing Gestalt Language processors was helpful. I liked being able to stop and start as I needed." J.S. (Jun. 2024)
"Treatment and assessment tips for gestalt processors- I felt that assessment review and materials were very straightforward and easy to understand. I liked that this course covered gestalt in both ASD and NT students." A.S. (Jun. 2024)
"The assessment was beneficial, especially the examples. Easy to follow; handout to refer back after the course is completed." B.R. (Jun. 2024)
"I related to meeting the child where they are at and what they are interested in and involving the families. Also that there was encouragement to not recreate or make more gestalts by giving an abundant use of examples of their single word. I benefited from hearing about the history and data that indicates that there is NLA for these students, and I was glad to hear the information about best not to script." P.N. (Jun. 2024)
"Examples of the stages are useful for a newish practitioner to NLA. Also, appreciated the comparisons between NLA and analytic development. Marge Blanc is amazing." J.M. (Jun. 2024)
"All of the information was helpful! I liked that the course was easily accessible in Australia." N.R. (Jun. 2024)
"Confirmed that my therapy approach is beneficial. I liked the presenter's knowledge and examples." M.A. (Jun. 2024)
"The entire topic was extremely pertinent to my job and easy to follow." R.T. (Jun. 2024)
"I really appreciated the presentation as a whole and how clearly the stages were outlined. I appreciated the examples of how to complete the assessment." E.L. (Jun. 2024)
"Learning about the stages of echolalia can help me better understand what my patient is presenting." V.B. (Jun. 2024)
"I will be able to collect a language sample from my autistic students who use echolalia and apply that information to determine the functions of their echolalic utterances. I did not know that echolalia had functional communicative value and could be used to help children with ASD develop language." J.V. (Jun. 2024)
"I enjoyed learning about the different stages of language development and guidance on where to start teaching these little ones. I enjoyed the specific examples of how specific Gestalts were mitigated in therapy to promote movement through the stages of development. I liked the way the stages were outlined with specific examples of phrases the children used and how it shifted over time with therapy." A.P. (May. 2024)
"This course explained how you can take gestalts and expand them into more utterances and move to longer grammar sentences. I like that it clearly explained what a gestalt was and how to pull words from one to make another." S.Z. (May. 2024)
"Learning about the stages and the evaluation process was helpful. The course was very informative." J.O. (May. 2024)
"All is relatively new for me, so everything said was beneficial. I liked the organization of how the information was presented." C.G. (May. 2024)
"I felt I really learned a lot about recognizing how it is a language delay, not a disorder. I learned about how gestalt language processors develop differently but have a lot of similarities." K.J. (May. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss the process of natural language acquisition or the 6 stages. I liked the examples of gestalt language given with real students." D.D. (May. 2024)
"The entire course is relevant to my caseload and I liked the ability to take it self-paced between other obligations." C.L. (May. 2024)
"This is a new area of learning for me and I really think all the information will be relative to my daily practice. Very well presented." L.T. (May. 2024)
"Examples of stage 1 were helpful. A lot of information was covered. The course provided practical information to apply to practice." M.L. (May. 2024)
"Beneficial introduction to the topic and assessment. Illustrated with a lot of examples." S.G. (May. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss the stages of language development in Echolalia. I liked the pace the course went through the material." J.G. (May. 2024)
"This course significantly increased my understanding of Gestalt Language Learning. I have a much better understanding now of the stages of development in the Gestalt Language learning style. I can now view the clients that my students provide speech therapy to in the College Clinic through that lens. It will greatly improve my ability to provide appropriate clinical education to my graduate students. The examples of the children and their "real" speech patterns were very helpful." M.K. (May. 2024)
"I learned a lot about the gestalt processors with practical information. The handouts were helpful and useful for my job." B.T. (Apr. 2024)
"It was beneficial understanding that ASD kiddos who are GLPs are learning language legitimately and that I do have the ability to better assist them." S.J. (Apr. 2024)
"All the information was beneficial to help me understand my 5-yr-old grandson's issues. Clear, logical, informative." R.S. (Apr. 2024)
"I treat many children who either have a diagnosis of ASD or present with many characteristics consistent with ASD. I enjoyed learning about the stages of language development because it helped me understand what I am seeing in the children I am treating. I love how Marge Blanc presents. She speaks as though she is having a conversation with the learner, and she makes it very engaging." B.S. (Apr. 2024)
"Learning the functions of echolalia and how to use learned phrases to support more flexible/expand communication." M.R. (Apr. 2024)
"The assessment part was beneficial. I liked that I could take the course at my own pace." D.M. (Apr. 2024)
"I enjoyed learning to identify each stage of Gestalt language development and the examples of each of the stages." R.O. (Apr. 2024)
"All of the course was beneficial. I enjoyed the case studies, examples reference to research and relating it to current day." K.P. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked that there are personal stories about the speaker and her patients who are gestalt processors." M.G. (Apr. 2024)
"The assessment process and the resources were beneficial. I enjoyed the real-life examples." M.F. (Apr. 2024)
"Knowing each stage of development is so helpful, as I can provide language models that are actually appropriate for a GLP. This course was thorough, and I loved the real-life examples." S.P. (Apr. 2024)
"Everything was new, useful information I will use daily working with children with ASD. Very informative, research based, practical." G.R. (Apr. 2024)
"I enjoyed learning about natural language acquisition and stages of development for language. I enjoyed the real-world examples and references." K.B. (Apr. 2024)
"The entire presentation was beneficial. This is still new to me and it was so great to hear directly from Marge! I took another extensive course on GLP, however Marge's presentation filled in the missing information and was provided in a very cohesive way. I appreciate the thoroughness of the topic presented." J.K. (Apr. 2024)
"Echolalia can serve many communicative functions. I liked that I could take the course on my own schedule when I had time." S.P. (Apr. 2024)
"The course provided the slides, times for each video and was easy to navigate." E.K. (Apr. 2024)
"Examples of utterances from each stage were helpful. Very detailed and lots of examples." L.H. (Apr. 2024)
"All of this course was beneficial. I am new to gestalt language. The handouts were helpful and I liked that I could listen and process without having to try to take notes like a crazy person." L.T. (Apr. 2024)
"I love the comparison of natural language acquisition to analytic language acquisition. I liked that the course was self-paced." M.M. (Apr. 2024)
"I can definitely use every topic covered in this course. Lots of examples. Very clear and repeated ideas, so that they sunk in!" R.M. (Apr. 2024)
"The parts that discuss what we can do in treatment were helpful." J.Q. (Apr. 2024)
"It is a whole new way of thinking about autistic and even language-delayed children. The course was very informative and supplied a lot of resources to go back to." S.B. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the information about the stages of gestalt language processing and how typically developing and autistic children progress through these stages." C.E. (Apr. 2024)
"This was the first time that I have had any continuing education on NLA and the information fits in with a few clients I currently have that I now know are gestalt learners. I enjoyed the breakdown of all the stages and how to do a language sampling to determine their language level." S.H. (Apr. 2024)
"Nice overview of all of the levels. I liked the acknowledgment that movies do not provide the best gestalt models. Therapists and parents need to engage with children at their level during meaningful shared activities and model functional easily mitigable gestalts." M.V. (Mar. 2024)
"Honestly all of the course was beneficial; I was never taught this in graduate school when I attended 2014-2016! Gave lots of nice examples and was at my own pace." J.L. (Mar. 2024)
"I enjoyed the assessment and treatment ideas for students. So easy to follow and understand. The instructor is so clearly passionate about what she’s teaching." E.H. (Mar. 2024)
"The use of this with my EI population is helpful. I enjoyed the explanations." C.C. (Mar. 2024)
"The real-life examples provided throughout helped to make connections with the information taught and my previous experiences with NLA children I have worked with. I liked the examples provided and the information given to help explain this to others on my student's team." R.S. (Mar. 2024)
"I work mostly with students on the autism spectrum and it was beneficial understanding their gestalt processes and development impacts assessment and intervention. Self-paced. Access to both handouts and questions in advance." C.M. (Mar. 2024)
"All of it was beneficial! The stages, examples, assessment and treatment are imperative to provide best practices to our clients and families! It's brilliant! I've tried with my students and the results speak for themselves. The students are developing language." K.C. (Mar. 2024)
"The assessment, scoring language samples, and identifying what Stage children are at were all helpful to discuss. This course was informative and packed a lot of information in a short amount of time." K.H. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the systematic way the information was presented to give you a fuller picture of history and foundations of the approach." J.J. (Mar. 2024)
"The stages of NLA were very helpful to break down. I enjoyed the examples of development of lang of specific patients." S.W. (Mar. 2024)
"The general review and assessment portions were the most helpful. This course gave breadth and depth about a popular topic that is not often discussed enough." K.O. (Mar. 2024)
"Learning about the specific stages and how to progress was beneficial. I liked the specific examples of gestalts and recombining." C.S. (Mar. 2024)
"I will apply this material toward working with children who are gestalt language processors." A.C. (Mar. 2024)
"All of the course was beneficial: introduction to the stages of NLA, assessment, and treatment tips/ideas. Easy access; functional (easy to address the needs of patients/families that I see on my caseload." N.L. (Mar. 2024)
"I enjoyed the history and research that has been conducted for NLA. I found the assessment topic was the most beneficial for my daily practice." J.L. (Mar. 2024)
"I found the specifics about assessment to be most helpful." K.V. (Mar. 2024)
"NLA development and the six stages were beneficial. I loved the story of Ben at the end and how he made up his own poem." S.H. (Feb. 2024)
"All information regarding the stages of echolalia development and assessment was beneficial. Good detail and useable information." R.M. (Feb. 2024)
"All of the course was very helpful. I liked that I could complete and review at my own pace." M.W. (Feb. 2024)
"Understanding that assessment/scoring is not as cut and dried and heavily depends on (knowing) the child. I liked everything!! Marge’s presentation style was so helpful- just the right speed, and all the examples and explanations made sense." P.H. (Feb. 2024)
"It was beneficial looking at gestalt & echolalia as a step in the process to possibly get to grammar instead of as "nonfunctional" communication." J.S. (Feb. 2024)
"I appreciated the many examples for each of the stages. It helped deepen my understanding of the topic. I liked the organization and summary following each section." I.N. (Feb. 2024)
"The recognition that echolalia is still communicative and more of a delay than a disorder. I enjoyed the practical facts I can use immediately." J.J. (Feb. 2024)
"I really loved the assessment section, with NLA language sampling analysis. I think it was awesome and sounded like the latest research, very relevant to many students I know, and using understandings that I have gained in working with children through experience (that have been effective), that I was not previously taught about." S.E. (Feb. 2024)
"Mix and match and mitigating were beneficial. I liked the examples of children the speaker worked with and testimonials from parents." K.G. (Feb. 2024)
"I enjoyed the real-life examples from Marge's work with children." S.F. (Feb. 2024)
"Stages of GLP, assessment, and treatment were helpful. I liked all of this course!" C.B. (Feb. 2024)
"Beneficial assessment of NLA, and each stage. I liked that I could listen and refer back to slides as often as I needed to." G.C. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing the 6 stages was helpful. I liked the language samples and assessment." A.R. (Feb. 2024)
"The treatment section for gestalt processors was beneficial. Marge was a great presenter, and the course flew by!" M.A. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked the personal examples paired with the information about gestalt language processing and the visuals." B.S. (Feb. 2024)
"This course was a good overview of GLP. I learned a few more bits of information even after taking other courses." D.T. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked the explanation to parents of how GLPs follow the same course as neurotypical children but with two extra steps. Assessment- Language sampling for the children." P.S. (Feb. 2024)
"Everything was beneficial. I liked how much I can apply to my current practice." A.L. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing how to use NLA strategies in therapy was helpful." C.S. (Jan. 2024)
"Learning about the stages of gestalt language acquisition was most helpful, as well as the discussion about how to mitigate echolalia and work through the stages of Natural Language Acquisition with children. Well organized course and easy to use." C.M. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing the stages of language development for neurodiverse population was beneficial. I liked the examples from children in various stages." C.B. (Jan. 2024)
"This course will be hugely helpful for working with young children in my private practice. The presenter was excellent - a very good teacher!" K.M. (Jan. 2024)
"The language development of a child with ASD, because I can inform the parents, especially when they are worried about a child's use of echolalia. Great, clear slides and Marge has an engaging way of communicating/speaking. I also like that you give examples of how to support autistic children." H.N. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing how to assess children who might be gestalt processors was helpful. I enjoyed the examples from her practice." C.R. (Jan. 2024)
"The description of the 6 stages was helpful. I enjoyed the calming presentation." T.S. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing the process of Language Development was beneficial. I liked the examples given after the explanations." D.S. (Jan. 2024)
"The background was helpful, good examples of how to analyze and think about language samples." S.B. (Jan. 2024)
"Assessment was beneficial. The course was to the point." E.B. (Jan. 2024)
"The course was a good review of how echolalia works in ASD and NT kids. It was a concise, succinct, and still informative introduction." A.B. (Jan. 2024)
"It was helpful breaking down of stages and how to score within the assessment. I liked the ability to re-watch, re-listen to certain parts so it could sink in better." A.E. (Jan. 2024)
"The whole course was VERY beneficial!" L.B. (Jan. 2024)
"The majority of my caseload, as well as the caseloads of those I supervise, are children with ASD, so all of this information is applicable and beneficial. I have completed many courses on NLA, so the assessment portion of this webinar was the most beneficial for me. I look forward to taking more of a deep dive into the next level of the NLA course to learn more. Excellent handouts and a good pace. Love all the extra resources. Marge Blanc is a gem!" S.P. (Jan. 2024)
"Framework for assessment and intervention was helpful. I liked that the course was self-paced and accessible." J.C. (Jan. 2024)
"The assessment was helpful. I enjoyed the organization of materials." E.E. (Jan. 2024)
"I think breaking down the stages of GLP was most beneficial for me. I liked that the course was go at your own pace." A.M. (Jan. 2024)
"A different way that language can and does develop, something to always keep in mind with any student, ASD or neurotypical, I may work with. Very insightful information that helped me better understand a less common, but no less "right" way of developing language." J.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The difference between gestalt language processors and analytic language processors. I enjoyed the examples and handouts." S.G. (Dec. 2023)
"The assessment section will help me figure out where to start with my clients. This course gave me a new perspective I haven't heard before." S.F. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the use of language scripts in language development and helping a child with ASD mitigate his language and go through the stages. The concepts were explained well." S.G. (Dec. 2023)
"Opened up a whole new mindset for me for working with gestalt language learners. Various examples were beneficial to get started with the children I am currently working with." A.G. (Dec. 2023)
"When Marge went through each stage it was very helpful. I also liked the examples of the language sample of both the student and the clinician. I liked how Marge showed the language samples and how the therapist helped to mitigate and mix and match them." B.S. (Dec. 2023)
"This was a new treatment approach for children with ASD." B.F. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the descriptions of NLA stages, specific examples of mitigated language chunk and word/unit combinations, sideways hourglass analogy. Very applicable material." L.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I have more of a general understanding of NLA and how to use scripts to support and develop functional language at the appropriate stage. Recapped - clear to follow and build understanding." C.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The topic and content were comprehensive. Learned how to classify and define Gestalt Language Processing." M.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial assessment of NLA and how grammar can be integrated into scripts for the child. I like that I could go at my own pace, and go back and listen to sections multiple times if I wanted to better understand things." A.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Rich information with lots of examples. I liked the discussion of avoiding jumping into grammar work too early." G.F. (Dec. 2023)
"Learning how the gestalt processing works and how to work with what they are able to say to get them to communicate with others. The mitigation of the chunks is so interesting. I love how the presenter explained how the process works over and over to get it into our heads and her use of examples." M.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The stages of language development of NLA, how to assess it, and how to work best with these types of students. There was so much helpful information that will be helpful to use with my caseload." S.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Learning the stages of NLA I found to be most beneficial. The presenter's examples of previous clients that she spoke about helped to make more sense of this topic." K.G. (Dec. 2023)
"Stages of gestalt development; assessment; I really liked Marge's style, and I can recognize myself in it. It gave me confidence in my own style, and now I have more knowledge to base my skills on." L.D. (Dec. 2023)
"Better understanding of the use of echolalia and neurodivergent affirming principles." M.H. (Dec. 2023)
"The NLA assessment protocol will inform my future evaluations with Gestalt language learners." A.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Thinking in terms of gestalt language processing is so interesting. I will model more language that can be generative, and I will use more open language. If they are going to the trampoline, I’ll say let’s go jump, instead of just requesting or trying to get them to answer with their own gestalt, like if I use something from a song that they say next line. The voice of the presenter was very pleasant and easy to understand." A.M. (Dec. 2023)
"It was beneficial reviewing the steps of language acquisition for children with ASD and the language sample. I liked breakdown of each stage and real-life examples." J.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing how to level students who are gestalt language learners using the 50% rule was helpful. I like that the course was relevant to working in schools with the high caseload numbers of students on the spectrum." J.W. (Dec. 2023)
"All of the course was beneficial! Easy to do in parts and fit into my busy schedule." V.C. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the real-world examples. I found the assessment and treatment examples/strategies most beneficial." J.W. (Dec. 2023)
"Presenter was quite knowledgeable and interesting! She had awesome examples!" D.H. (Dec. 2023)
"The acknowledgment of NLA in neurotypical children as well as ASD children. I liked the speaker's calm and steady teaching style." A.B. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the examples of language - language samples and descriptions/explanations." K.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Learning about assessing to identify which stage a child is currently functioning was helpful." R.R. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the whole concept of gestalt language processing representing a form of language development." E.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Great course! I liked how applicable this course is to my everyday practice. The overview of language development for GLP was helpful." M.R. (Nov. 2023)
"How to obtain a language sample, how to apply NLA stages to goal writing, and how to target in therapy. I liked the short and very informative videos and illustrations." K.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing how to provide new gestalts based on a child's spontaneous language was beneficial. I liked the NLA assessment guidelines." N.D. (Nov. 2023)
"This was a completely different way for me to view and understand my older ASD clients. I did not know how to use their echolalia as a jumping-off point to mitigate language. I liked the additional resources that were provided and how simple assessment and treatment are to begin." S.J. (Nov. 2023)
"In depth look at gestalt language processing and evaluation methods. I liked the discussion of history and research base of NLA." C.C. (Nov. 2023)
"The personal examples that Marge shared were incredible." F.A. (Nov. 2023)
"I loved the easy-to-understand slides and information. The most beneficial topic for me in my daily practice is that both neurotypical and neurodiverse students and clients can be gestalt language processors." A.J. (Nov. 2023)
"This was a clear description and explanation of NLA in neurotypical and ASD children. I now feel like I understand and can explain NLA for students with ASD." A.Z. (Nov. 2023)
"Assessing the stage of NLA and ideas for ways to mitigate into smaller chunks was helpful. This course gave lots of detail to make the material easy to understand and follow." A.P. (Nov. 2023)
"Understanding the gestalt language development itself was beneficial. I have many ASD students who I now can understand so much better! I enjoyed hearing about real-life clients and their successes." J.W. (Nov. 2023)
"Ways to tie the levels of language development to treatment. And showing how to use it with real language samples." M.R. (Nov. 2023)
"The discussion on differentiating between neurotypical echolalic children and echolalic children with ASD was helpful." J.W. (Oct. 2023)
"I enjoyed all the examples Marge gave from her real-life practice. This course provided me with a better understanding of my NLA students and how to support their language development." E.M. (Oct. 2023)
"I enjoyed it all. The presentation, set up, and examples were perfect! I liked the outlines of language samples as well as assessment/treatment examples." C.Y. (Oct. 2023)
"Reviewing that gestalt language processing is a typical form of language development was beneficial. Also, learning about spending lots of time in stage 3. I liked the way this course was broken up into on-demand sections." E.F. (Oct. 2023)
"The entire topic of NLA and the stages will be very beneficial as I now know how to approach early GLP patients and how to move through development with their treatment. I liked the combination of information provided orally and via the presentation slides." M.Z. (Oct. 2023)
"Understanding that we need to proceed through the language development levels instead of jumping to grammar. I really enjoyed the examples." C.S. (Oct. 2023)
"Very functional and had a great number of examples. The assessment of the language stage through language samples and scoring various stages of NLA was beneficial." J.W. (Oct. 2023)
"Research, assessment, and treatment portions were beneficial. I liked the conversation examples between patient and clinician. I liked that there were sections. Being a 3 hour course, it was nice to easily be able to stop and start the course where you left off." K.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Describing the different stages and how to use a language sample to help analyze a child’s utterances and language development was beneficial. I liked the examples of presenter working with her clients." C.R. (Oct. 2023)
"This is a new concept for me, and I am thrilled to come across it! This course will definitely impact my practice and approach when working with children. It was a good overview - I am looking forward to diving in more deeply." D.A. (Oct. 2023)
"New information that I can use in my practice." A.E. (Oct. 2023)
"Course was comprehensive and gave real life examples." A.W. (Oct. 2023)
"Good presentation style, and informative practical information. I liked discussion of the stages of NLA and assessment." T.D. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the stages of language acquisition and how to support my clients. And the ease of taking course from home." D.P. (Oct. 2023)
"Breaking down analytical vs gestalt language. I liked the examples and all of the resources." C.G. (Oct. 2023)
"I will rethink now the way I work with children using gestalt language. I always appreciate real examples." J.N. (Sep. 2023)
"This course gave me a new understanding of the process of teaching language through the stages of language development." D.I. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the breakdown of stages. This approach is a new way to understand echolalia and how to mitigate language to increase meaningful communication." M.C. (Sep. 2023)
"Practical examples. I enjoyed learning about the NLA assessment and stages of language development." M.M. (Sep. 2023)
"This course had great anecdotal examples to understand and dissect each stage of NLA." H.V. (Sep. 2023)
"The assessment/language sampling recommendations were helpful. This course is relevant to many clients, and will have immediate impact on my practice." J.C. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the assessment and writing goals. Informative and helpful course with great examples and application to practice." S.F. (Sep. 2023)
"Very informative course and from the NLA author herself. Identifying gestalts and understanding how we can understand our children." D.J. (Sep. 2023)
"This course provided new insight on best practices for children with echolalic language. I liked learning the stages of gestalt language and how important it is to provide opportunities in therapy sessions and with daily activities that allow the child to hear different meanings and combinations of the gestalt so they too can isolate and combine them in different ways." E.H. (Sep. 2023)
"Treatment for echolalia and gestalt language users. This information was fantastic and the progression was logical." S.E. (Sep. 2023)
"The implications/application for assessing and treating gestalt language processors, particularly with my ASD population was beneficial. I liked that I could go back and re-listen to a concept, to really understand the examples and key points." T.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Detailed information about echolalia and practical navigation on how to approach echolalia in children with ASD." A.K. (Sep. 2023)
"All of the information presented is applicable to my practice. I liked the case studies." K.B. (Sep. 2023)
"I found the stages of Natural Language Acquisition very useful. I liked the written examples of language produced by a child going through the stages of NLA." A.L. (Sep. 2023)
"Learning how the process of natural language acquisition is acquired for children who are demonstrating echolalia was helpful. I love that this course was self paced and so informational." M.B. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked learning from Marge Blanc herself." J.A. (Sep. 2023)
"Course was interesting and straightforward. I liked all of it!" S.T. (Sep. 2023)
"Knowing that we can "plant" useful gestalts to mitigate is very helpful given that many, many gestalts that kids get from the media are not easily mitigated. This course is an excellent background and basis for how to start." A.C. (Aug. 2023)
"All of the information was beneficial. I really liked the assessment discussion. Very beneficial course - a fresh way to look at language acquisition." G.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I enjoyed learning the stages of language development in ASD children, how to assess them and develop treatment plans that will make a difference. I have not been previously exposed to this type of treatment and am looking forward to level 2 and 3 for even better understanding of ASD. This course was easy to follow and very educational for a new comer to ASD treatments." P.K. (Aug. 2023)
"I enjoyed all of the examples of the kids that were seen in the clinic and how to apply what was taught. This helped me think about my clients on my caseload and how I can best serve them and advance their language to their best ability." L.K. (Aug. 2023)
"This entire course was enlightening, and I can't wait to take the next sections! Marge is an engaging and enthusiastic presenter who helped to re-light the fire of passion I have for speech." J.A. (Aug. 2023)
"I can use this information in my practice." K.G. (Aug. 2023)
"All very useful and especially the information about how to treat at each level. Course was interesting and went at a good pace. Liked that I could stop or rewind if I wanted to listen to something again." S.T. (Aug. 2023)
"I found this entire level 1 presentation relevant to my daily practice with my clientele with autism. This course was very enlightening and applicable from assessment to treatment. I liked the breakdown of the material. The history shared was not something taught in graduate school in regards to natural language acquisition in autism. Most importantly I have to highlight the assessment portion." E.B. (Aug. 2023)
"Description of gestalt language processing development, and assessment and intervention strategies to use with gestalt language processors were beneficial topics. The information was presented in an organized manner with many real life examples and useful strategies for assessment and intervention." A.G. (Aug. 2023)
"I work with neurodivergent children and families. This information is new. I found it very important to share NLA and identify gestalt language. I liked the examples and the pictures were very educational." C.S. (Aug. 2023)
"All of it was eye opening." B.F. (Aug. 2023)
"Everything! Very clear with good examples." C.I. (Aug. 2023)
"I thought discussing the stages and its research was very interesting. I liked the pace of the speaker. She was very well articulated and had a great rate of speech (for us slower processors lol)." A.L. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the novelty of this course and the research that backs NLA. And learning how to assess what stage a child is in and how to model mitigations with a child." M.B. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked everything discussed!! Love this approach!" M.B. (Aug. 2023)
"Clear explanations of how to rethink language acquisition in children." A.B. (Aug. 2023)
"This whole course was informative as to NLA overall, and the specifics were good in terms of how to use it. Very clearly presented in an easy-to-understand way. The presenter, Marge, was excellent and had a lovely, warm vibe - and she obviously knows what she's talking about! Very relatable and lots of good stories from her practice that were very touching and lent credibility to her course." S.G. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked everything! Looking forward to using these methods and learning more from Marge's 2nd and 3rd presentations!" E.D. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the information, personal stories, and application of methods in case studies." K.H. (Aug. 2023)
"The presenter is fabulous! Learning about the stages of gestalt language processors was beneficial." R.R. (Aug. 2023)
"Learning how to complete assessment. Real exemples of each stage, talking through how to identify each stage." D.B. (Aug. 2023)
"Helpful for assessments. Learning that neurotypical children can also be GLPs." O.P. (Aug. 2023)
"I believe that learning about the stages of language development in our patients with autism is crucial. I have observed that sometimes people are unaware that echolalia is part of their language development, and they should not avoid it, and instead use it as a bridge to improve their language and communication. I love having the opportunity to study this information alongside the author of the book. Thanks for this online course. I'm grateful." M.G. (Jul. 2023)
"This course was very thorough and interesting. The whole topic of gestalt language processing is not something I've been exposed to over my years of practice in a school setting. Especially now, during a time of inundation of students with ASD who exhibit this type of language development, this information will be very useful in trying to help them meet their language needs." E.T. (Jul. 2023)
"New way of thinking about ASD language development. Learning that ASD has a typical language development and it can be targeted at its level and work towards improved language skills." M.S. (Jul. 2023)
"Very clear. Loved the examples with the children." G.C. (Jul. 2023)
"The case study examples were most beneficial as they helped me relate to my experiences and observations in daily practice. I love that this course combines the basics of GLP in theory and practice. This makes me more confident about advocating for my client's needs from an evidence-based background." M.K. (Jul. 2023)
"Learning the six stages of development and how to work within those stages. The examples were very helpful." A.B. (Jul. 2023)
"Clear examples of NLA stages and assessment of NLA stages." V.R. (Jul. 2023)
"Gaining an understanding of gestalt language processing will change how I approach students and therapy for gestalt processors. It will also change my conversations with parents and teachers. I liked that the sections were labeled and broken down." A.R. (Jul. 2023)
"Course is structured, highly informative, new information, and it is self paced." M.S. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the assessment and helping parents understand the stages of NLA. Real life examples." J.S. (Jul. 2023)
"Course was clearly presented with multiple research supports." K.M. (Jul. 2023)
"Real-life scoring exposure and practice was beneficial. Different information than other courses I've taken." P.G. (Jul. 2023)
"The language sample scoring process for NLA will be very helpful for determining appropriate goal targets AND explaining progress to parents and colleagues (particularly during the process of breaking down / mitigating gestalts, using individual words, and appreciating less grammatical self-generated sentences). I appreciated the information and examples provided." A.P. (Jul. 2023)
"I found the stages of NLA beneficial as it relates to quite a few of my students. I like how course is self-guided." A.K. (Jul. 2023)
"How to identify and assess Gestalt Language Processors. I liked the application to real life cases." M.A. (Jul. 2023)
"ALL of this course will be helpful with treating my gestalt language learners. I liked that it covered everything from the stages, to assessment to intervention." L.S. (Jul. 2023)
"This course helped me give words to things I have been doing and observing for years. That helps me feel like the way I am communicating with parents is sounding professional and rings true." J.R. (Jul. 2023)
"ALL OF IT! I evaluate and work primarily with autistic students, many of whom are GLPs. Marge has such a passion, and you can feel it. This course was well laid out and easy to navigate." J.H. (Jul. 2023)
"Practical application of how to plan assessment and treatment." R.M. (Jul. 2023)
"The stages described in GLP and how to assess these children was beneficial. I liked the examples and descriptions of the stages and the assessment portion." K.H. (Jul. 2023)
"Learning to mitigate echolalia was beneficial. And applying the content to students on my caseload. Examples were helpful." A.H. (Jun. 2023)
"The materials are excellent, and this course was very enjoyable. Developing an understanding of what NLA is and the stages and understanding how assessment is carried out was beneficial. I found the recorded tutorials a really beneficial way of learning." C.M. (Jun. 2023)
"This course provided a new way to look at Echolalia. Learning the stages from Echolalia to generated grammar and the treatment examples were beneficial." B.H. (Jun. 2023)
"Changes the way I think about my clients who are GLPs. I want to share this information with families and teachers. I want to change the way we listen to these children and make sure that they are being heard! I liked the repetition, breaking down the topic." K.M. (Jun. 2023)
"The discussion that natural language acquisition does not “max out” at any certain age was beneficial." L.A. (Jun. 2023)
"Understanding how language develops in gestalt language processors versus analytic language processors was beneficial. I liked the repetition of material in order to allow it all to sink into my brain." A.T. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked learning about the predictable stages of language development, and the specific examples of how to choose good gestalt phrases that are easily mitigable." H.G. (Jun. 2023)
"This course made me think about specific students and think about where the gestalt came from and the idea of focusing on a single word or part of the gestalt to model language for the student." L.H. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the description of the 6 stages of NLA. Course moved along quickly and hit the main points." K.N. (Jun. 2023)
"The background history, the assessment component, and understanding the NLA stages were beneficial. Great flow, plenty of real examples, and concrete learning points." H.P. (Jun. 2023)
"Learning the stages of NLA and how to collect and score a language sample. I liked the personal accounts and examples mixed into the course content." E.A. (Jun. 2023)
"Different way in looking at assessment and tx in this population. I liked the use of examples of actual children." J.G. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the stages and assessment, interventions ideas, and discussion around older children, and observation around non-speaking autistic children and young people." R.M. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the concept that the language is still going through a normal process, it's just delayed." K.M. (Jun. 2023)
"How to evaluate and implement treatment for children, especially older children that are gestalt language processors was beneficial. I liked the amount of applicable information and examples." S.G. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the clear, direct explanation with examples and the Natural Language Acquisition assessment." M.A. (Jun. 2023)
"Looking at the client where they are now and what strengths they have now rather than where they are expected to be was beneficial. I liked the personal stories and examples." R.P. (Jun. 2023)
"Understanding that gestalts/delayed echolalia has communicative intent. Course was practical, easy to understand, and meaningful to my work." Y.P. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked all of it! I will definitely be watching the next two levels." J.F. (May 2023)
"Stages of Gestalt language processing and description of treatment were beneficial. Clear information with examples." E.H. (May 2023)
"Concepts presented in a logical, easy to understand manner. Learning the progression of gestalt language development was beneficial." M.L. (May 2023)
"Learning the relationship between gestalt language processing in typically developing children (such a high portion of kids!) and NLA in autistic children. I loved the stories told, and found the handouts very helpful and thorough!" M.F. (May 2023)
"The two types of language development. We often talk only about analytic language development as being the only way to develop language. I liked the idea of using gestalt chunks to aid in mitigation, and the idea that grammar can still be targeted but also to be realistic that the window will eventually slowly close. And even when this does happen, there is still much to work on. I liked the course content overall and the examples." Y.K. (May 2023)
"The progression of NLA as well as basic treatment strategies were beneficial. I also liked how the stages were repeated over the course so I had a strong knowledge by the end." J.G. (May 2023)
"Stages and assessment were beneficial. I liked the examples of children and their language samples." L.B. (May 2023)
"It was beneficial having treatment ideas for each level of stage. The detailed way of assessing (and describing) a child's stage of gestalt language development was very helpful!" H.C. (May 2023)
"All of it was beneficial - starting peds OP again after 8 years with adults/acute. Very informative course. I enjoyed the slides that went along for visual learning." H.C. (May 2023)
"Learning ways to isolate and recombine words in a child who is in stage 2 was beneficial. I liked the NLA stages and the assessment tool." T.C. (May 2023)
"Learning how to analyze language samples of gestalt language processors was beneficial. I liked all of the examples! Explained at a good pace." T.R. (May 2023)
"The details of what to look for in each stage and separating out the expectations of younger elementary versus older students was beneficial. I liked the directness and applicability to my therapy sessions." N.J. (May 2023)
"I enjoyed learning about the presenter's experiences with real children in therapy. It helps you to better understand the path she took to improve her students overall language. I enjoyed learning about children with ASD and the path to developing language and how to look at it in a different light to build on their language." W.F. (May 2023)
"I now have a better understanding of what Natural Language Acquisition is. The use of all the examples was helpful." L.H. (May 2023)
"Practical and functional course. The explanation of the functionality of echolalia was beneficial." P.A. (May 2023)
"Data collection, examples of gestalt through the developmental stages, and examples of conversations with the clinician/parent input and opinions were beneficial. I liked the focus on language learned, the window to learn grammar, and breaking down the myths and misconceptions about delayed gestalt language processors." M.D. (May 2023)
"Ideas of how to use a variety of language, figuring out the meaning of echolalia, and remembering to not focus on grammar right away was beneficial. I liked the ease of doing course on my own time and the variety of information provided." R.M. (May 2023)
"I liked the assessment portion of the discussion and the examples provided." A.B. (May 2023)
"Learning developmental stages of GLP and assessment examples were beneficial." M.K. (May 2023)
"Understanding the stages of NLA and knowing how to assess a child who has gestalt language processing was beneficial. I liked the many examples and case studies." E.J. (May 2023)
"The clear description of NLA stages with specific examples was beneficial. I liked the ability to complete the course in my own time." S.R. (May 2023)
"The general concept of gestalt language processing was new to me so that alone was beneficial. This makes so much sense. I liked that the overall framework was continually referenced." B.V. (May 2023)
"This entire course is helpful while working with this population. I liked presenter's calm voice and demeanor, as well as examples while having visual slides up to keep me on track. I also liked that this course was broken down and I could come back later on to the next "chapter" to jump back in." B.D. (May. 2023)
"I liked all of it. There was so much information. I liked that I could stop and start when it was convenient for me." A.M. (Apr. 2023)
"I found the discussion of how to take language assessments for GLP students and analyzing them beneficial. I found the real-life example videos to be really helpful as well." E.O. (Apr. 2023)
"Learning what occurs during each stage of language development was beneficial, and this course clearly explained the different stages of language development." K.B. (Apr. 2023)
"The discussion on moving from gestalts to mitigated was beneficial." J.B. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked how detailed the assessment portion was." S.C. (Apr. 2023)
"Discussion about how echolalia can develop was beneficial. I liked the descriptions and links to research." R.R. (Apr. 2023)
"The explanation of the NLA assessment protocol was beneficial. I liked the examples and the research." C.T. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the specific examples of real children! The examples of gestalts vs. self-generated phrases and the knowledge that it will appear that speech goes 'backwards' as it develops was beneficial." R.D. (Apr. 2023)
"All of it was very beneficial. I'm just beginning to learn more about this topic. Great introduction! I liked the topic and research behind it." K.N. (Apr. 2023)
"I have a better understanding now of the stages and what to do in each one. I liked the ability to move at my own pace." B.P. (Apr. 2023)
"I appreciated this course as a review of language acquisition of typical and nontypical development kids. I also appreciated the references to research to back up what I was already intuitively doing in therapy sessions." L.P. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked that the presenter gave examples of how to score language samples as I often have a hard time figuring out which stage of language development a lot of my kids are in. I liked that real-life examples were provided and that she gave examples of how to score language samples." E.W. (Apr. 2023)
"The assessment section was beneficial. I conducted research for a project regarding early communicative intent and used articles from Amy Wetherby and Barry Prizant. It helped to have a working knowledge of their research in language/play development." C.S. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of breaking down the stages and highlighting when to start building back up like we are more used to doing. The course was easy to follow along." C.K. (Apr. 2023)
"The assessment was beneficial. The topic of NLA stages was most interesting. I can only imagine how the families of my students will find the information I learned super interesting. I liked the handouts and the ease with which I could navigate through the course." M.B. (Apr. 2023)
"It was so helpful to learn the different stages of language development and to learn that all children move through a stage of echolalia. I am looking forward to using the tips from the treatment section, and using the assessment protocol to guide my practice. This course was so compassionate towards the children that Marge Blanc works with and affirms their value as human beings. Thank you, Marge, for providing such a thorough and resourceful course while maintaining the human connection." L.Z. (Mar. 2023)
"I really learned a lot about the stages and what is NLA or GLP. I will also be better able to do an assessment to determine what stage/s the child is using. I liked the examples and the information." J.B. (Mar. 2023)
"All of it was beneficial!! The speaker obviously has a wealth of knowledge and experience. In addition, she is able to communicate the material very well. The examples and resources provided were excellent. I will be able to go back and study particular sections again because they are presented in a good progression." K.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Explanation of the stages and how to do the assessment. The language samples and explanation of how to determine which stage an utterance is in was helpful." L.K. (Mar. 2023)
"Good content and suggestions for making language therapy more appropriate for the gestalt language learners on my caseload. I will think about my language modeling while referencing what I learned and change my approach as I learn more about each student, breaking down their scripts (if they have them) and exploring how to apply these new techniques." E.R. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning how to create goals and decide which gestalts to model. I liked the case study examples." E.S. (Mar. 2023)
"I will apply this to my gestalt language learners. It was helpful to know the research and rationale behind tx as well as the developmental stages of NLA. Examples were helpful." M.Y. (Mar. 2023)
"The stages of Natural Language Acquisition and Assessment were beneficial. I liked the depth of information provided and the fact that some information was repeated in order to aid in recalling the information." J.D. (Mar. 2023)
"Understanding NLA and the different stages. Lots of examples and Marge used simple terms to explain the concept clearly." P.Y. (Mar. 2023)
"Very informative. Lot of information and examples provided. Understanding the different stages of Natural language acquisition, assessment, and treatment." B.R. (Mar. 2023)
"Real life examples. All of the information regarding the development of NLA was beneficial." J.B. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning the 6 stages of language acquisition. I liked the examples of pts and levels they were at, how they learned." R.F. (Mar. 2023)
"The content was presented clearly and the presenter was interesting. I liked the NLA Assessment tool." J.L. (Mar. 2023)
"Mitigating language. Interesting, well presented." J.B. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked everything....it was fascinating." M.L. (Feb. 2023)
"I found this course incredibly helpful in learning how to connect and communicate with my ASD patients. I am so excited to use my knowledge from this course and apply it to my daily practice to support NLA by encouraging language use at all stages. Marge Blanc's passion for her work and clients shines through her educational matter. Marge is truly knowledgeable about this topic and it is obvious that she loves her clients and their families." M.H. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked Marge's vast knowledge of this topic. And specific examples and case studies." S.P. (Feb. 2023)
"All of the information was applicable to my current caseload of children. All of it was helpful, especially the language samples." W.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Breaking down the developmental stages for gestalt language processors and how to determine which stage they are at most of the time to model language at their stage of language development is beneficial. I liked the examples and stories of how NLA is used in Marge's practice." G.L. (Feb. 2023)
"Very informative course. Assessment of NLA and how to identify and explain to colleagues and families about gestalt language processing is beneficial." R.B. (Feb. 2023)
"The scoring protocol and clear, distinct stages will help me tease out where some of my clients are in developing their language skills. I appreciated the extensive references, it gives me additional information to look up!" S.C. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the review and examples of the different stages. I also liked that the stages were discussed in the overview and then revisited throughout." J.D. (Feb. 2023)
"Stages broken down. Easy to follow, practical course." A.D. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the assessment portion. The presenter was easy to follow." K.L. (Feb. 2023)
"Practical application for clinicians. NLA stages of language development, assessment, treatment." A.Y. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning about Gestalt language processing in neurotypical and ASD populations. I liked the examples." M.W. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning the stages of gestalt language processing was beneficial." L.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Looking at it as stages instead of delays was good information." L.R. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the examples of utterances from different stages of NLA." C.M. (Feb. 2023)
"The Assessment and Treatment Principles were beneficial to learn. I liked the mitigation and development of grammar." L.A. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the treatment section with examples of how to provide language models based on a child's gestalts." A.H. (Feb. 2023)
"Treatment ideas for NLA learners. I liked the examples." I.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning the difference between normal (analytic kids) and ASD kids was beneficial for my practice." S.A. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning the language to explain to families why I get excited when their kids start developing poor grammar. I liked the assessment tool - I get frustrated when I inherit goals that try to up the MLU when the kids are mostly echolalia." B.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Understanding how to assess and then treat according to NLA steps/progression. I liked all of the real-life examples (e.g., language sampling). I liked that course was broken up into sections that I completed at my convenience." L.V. (Feb. 2023)
"This was my first introduction to gestalt language processing and the stages of natural language development, so really, the entire presentation was fascinating! I liked the real-world examples of real children she had worked with during her practice." J.K. (Feb. 2023)
"The stages of language development were beneficial. Liked having the powerpoint in front of me for notes." K.B. (Feb. 2023)
"Awareness of echolalia as having more communication intent. I liked the knowledge and research used by presenter." S.L. (Feb. 2023)
"All of it was beneficial. This topic needs to be much more widely known in the medical field." K.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Just understanding the progression of development is extremely helpful. I liked the content." L.H. (Feb. 2023)
"Course was a good introduction to NLA. I liked the description of the stages of NLA." A.B. (Feb. 2023)
"I work with autistic students so the echolalia being a step toward language acquisition was interesting. I liked the background and the relevance." K.E. (Feb. 2023)
"I appreciate thinking about each stage of NLA and to acknowledge the very positive language abilities in children with the ASD diagnosis. Marge Blanc shares her knowledge and insights clearly, and supportively and inspires further interest in the topic." S.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Everything about it! The assessment portion is very helpful. Marge Blanc is a great presenter and explained everything very well." B.M. (Jan. 2023)
"Assessment of NLA and how to determine at which level a child is communicating. I've been reading more and more about Gestalt language and NLA so I loved how this course explained it. It will be very useful and I look forward to starting the next two courses." V.H. (Jan. 2023)
"Knowing the steps of language acquisition for gestalt language processors and steps to take in assessment (collecting a language sample, determining the sources and meaning of gestalts, and identifying the stages of language acquisition for each utterance) will be beneficial in my daily practice as an SLP. And I appreciate that I can review the presentation as needed." G.G. (Jan. 2023)
"Love the stages and how they are all related. Great source of information and it is so true!" L.X. (Jan. 2023)
"I will be better equipped to explain gestalt language processors." H.C. (Jan. 2023)
"The idea of echolalia as intentional communication is a valuable insight and premise. I liked the subject matter and the personal approach of the presenter." E.H. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning the stages of gestalt language processors and the assessment and treatment approaches were beneficial. I enjoyed the examples of actual children's language samples and progression through developing language. I also liked the resources that can be used when talking to parents and colleagues for training." K.R. (Jan. 2023)
"I purchased the book and enjoyed solidifying my understand of NLA through taking the course. Watching this course, one can tell that Marge is passionate about the course, and extremely knowledgeable. It makes watching and listening so much easier." H.D. (Jan. 2023)
"I work with several kids who are GLPs. I was never taught in grad school how I was supposed to work with these types of language learners. I now have a solid framework to base my treatment and understanding of what I've been seeing all along." J.B. (Jan. 2023)
"The case studies and explanation of stages were beneficial. I liked the slides to support online learning." S.M. (Jan. 2023)
"The information about assessment and treatment as well as the information regarding the stages was beneficial." R.F. (Jan. 2023)
"This is a thorough introduction to Gestalt Language Processing and Natural Language Acquisition. I was empowered to know that if a child who is a GLP did not get early intervention in NLA, it's not too late for him/her to make progress through the stages, even if not all the way to self-generated grammar." T.T. (Jan. 2023)
"Every section of this presentation is useful to me in my clinical practice. I have a new lens to view the language of my clients through; both ASD and neurotypical kids. This course was well organized and easy to follow." H.P. (Jan. 2023)
"Content was relevant to my clinical practice." A.M. (Jan. 2023)
"I appreciated the outline of the stages of gestalt language development, and the section about assessment. Marge is an excellent speaker. She speaks at a good rate and is easy to follow. The course was well-organized." A.S. (Jan. 2023)
"The functional therapy examples were great." C.A. (Jan. 2023)
"The chart and stages were helpful for future reference." E.A. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked that I was provided with many visuals and case studies." M.G. (Dec. 2022)
"Handouts were great." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"The entire course was very informative, and each topic was explained in a way to make application easy in treatment sessions." J.C. (Dec. 2022)
"The course was very informative, and I did the research that supports this movement. This course gives me a better way to view the kids that I am working with." S.F. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked how course is self-paced, so I can adequately focus on the content." M.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Language development and gaining a better understanding of NLA. I liked the course format and content." K.S. (Dec. 2022)
"How to identify stages of NLA and then assess/treat them. Self-paced and easy to follow with great resources." R.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Speaker went through the stages of gestalt processors, assessment, and tx. Practical for everyday use, can get started right away. I liked the expertise of the speaker." K.L. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the treatment portion for working with kids on the autism spectrum. Course was easy to follow and the instructor explained complex topics in a way I could understand." A.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked all of it and especially the assessment and treatment sections. Easy to understand and use." C.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I really enjoyed learning about assessment and listening to the break down. Course is helpful paired with the book. It is really eye-opening that there is another lens in which to look at language development." S.S. (Dec. 2022)
"The stages, examples of scripts, treatment ideas, and language samples were beneficial. The visual support and reviewing at the end of each section was great." M.B. (Dec. 2022)
"The stages of development for Gestalt Language Processors and how to apply this to treatment was really helpful." A.E. (Dec. 2022)
"The assessment process was most beneficial at this point in my learning. I liked the way the information was presented along with real-life examples and quotes." H.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Assessment and treatment - how to determine what stage a child is at and from there what to focus on teaching and which direction to take the treatment plan. Real life examples and demonstrations of actual students and treatment plans done with them." K.M. (Dec. 2022)
"The stages of NLA were detailed, and so were the language sample examples." M.K. (Dec. 2022)
"This course showed what NLA is and how it works. The segmentation of the sessions were clearly organized." M.A. (Dec. 2022)
"I'd never heard of this before, which is wild because I went to a school that boasted its ASD program. I will immediately begin implementing this into my work with students. VERY descriptive and easy to follow. I feel confident I could do this treatment." K.E. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the encouragement and reminders to analyze and look more closely at echolalic function and how to support language development." K.A. (Dec. 2022)
"I gained an understanding of the progression of language development through each stage. This gives me an excellent framework and targets for each stage. I felt that the language sample charts were really helpful in seeing where a child is at in terms of the different stages." M.J. (Nov. 2022)
"Lots of examples of language samples and how therapy progressed. I like the strong theoretical and practical foundations, along with research history." J.A. (Nov. 2022)
"All of this was useful because I didn't know a lot about gestalt learning." E.A. (Nov. 2022)
"I like the ability to move at your own pace." M.C. (Nov. 2022)
"I learned that it is important not to rush a child to the next level before they are ready. I liked that it gives some structure to language development for children with echolalia." K.B. (Nov. 2022)
"All topics are good. Developing skills to observe and understand Gestalt processors, learning a tool for assessing Gestalt processors, and a way to explain natural language acquisition by children to their caregivers." N.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Breaking down each stage of NLA and using language samples was extremely beneficial to help me understand better what level my students are at." A.H. (Nov. 2022)
"The information was very clear." J.F. (Nov. 2022)
"I like the pace." R.A. (Nov. 2022)
"The information about mitigating long gestalts into phrases and recombining will be beneficial to my daily practice. I enjoyed learning about how some individuals hear single words while some individuals hear sound contours." R.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Recognizing that ASD children with echolalia may be using the same language acquisition strategies as typically developing children who are demonstrating jargon." M.F. (Nov. 2022)
"The slides had a lot of information and the presentation went into depth on each slide." T.D. (Nov. 2022)
"Understanding the stages of language development in NLA and how to approach treatment was good." L.W. (Nov. 2022)
"It was interesting to consider neurotypicals and divergent children as passing through the same language stages at different times. I like the convenience and ease of the course. I will be able to benefit from her lifetime body of work." K.K. (Nov. 2022)
"Using the language sample model across multiple sessions will be beneficial. The pace was great." C.F. (Nov. 2022)
"Great introduction to the NLA process. Very helpful information." J.H. (Oct. 2022)
"The NLA stages, assessment, and application of goals were beneficial to my daily practice. I like the detailed examples with students on caseload." K.U. (Oct. 2022)
"Differentiating between treatment approaches between analytical and gestalt language processors was good information. I like the examples." B.S. (Oct. 2022)
"The references to the presenter's personal experience/stories made the information relatable. Very complete and applicable novel information to me; exciting." K.W. (Oct. 2022)
"I like the real world examples." D.A. (Oct. 2022)
"The assessment for gestalt language learners is applicable for much of my caseload and extremely important to understand." R.L. (Oct. 2022)
"A new way to look at the gestalt language processor. So glad to know this new info and share it!" D.D. (Oct. 2022)
"The clarity of the course and examples were helpful." D.B. (Oct. 2022)
"There are specific examples of language samples." V.S. (Oct. 2022)
"The course has clear descriptions of stages." S.H. (Oct. 2022)
"Assessing the stages through language samples and Marge's comment to keep many language samples to track progress were beneficial for my daily practice." S.L. (Oct. 2022)
"The course was informative. Learning more on treatment for Gestalt Language Processors." M.B. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the SLP's personal experience as examples throughout each stage. And learning the stages of teaching functional language." E.B. (Oct. 2022)
"Easy to follow, broken into manageable sections." L.B. (Oct. 2022)
"Lots of examples with good relevance." K.R. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked how there was research included to back up the information presented." A.H. (Oct. 2022)
"My new assignment includes 3 SDC classes serving children in grades K-5. Now I can see there are children in all stages of Gestalt language processing." K.R. (Oct. 2022)
"Love that this type of language learning is finally coming to light!" A.P. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the examples and the reality of older children not being able to get to the more complex stages of the language grammar." N.O. (Sept. 2022)
"I love the means of language sampling and will be using this in my practice. This framework has given me a whole new way of thinking about how to assess, write goals for, and teach grammatical language in practice." K.J. (Sept. 2022)
"I appreciated how it was divided into smaller consumable sections." A.D. (Sept. 2022)
"Everything in this course was beneficial to me. They did not teach most of this in grad school." L.G. (Sept. 2022)
"I appreciated the insight into the stages of gestalt language development, assessment, and intervention." M.L. (Sept. 2022)
"I have a better understanding of Echolalia now. I enjoyed the stories about the children the presenter worked with in her research and seeing their progress." K.M. (Sept. 2022)
"The stages of NLA and the general understanding of this form of language development were good." T.L. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked how the course was separated into sections." K.A. (Sept. 2022)
"The dialogue examples were useful." A.B. (Sept. 2022)
"I now have a better understanding of gestalt language as something more than “just echolalia.” H.K. (Sept. 2022)
"The course was very informative." L.W. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the topic about how to assess children on our caseloads and modeling more mitigatable phrases for them." T.R. (Sept. 2022)
"I have been very interested in NLA and this course was a great introduction. I liked that it was provided by Marge Blanc, had a strong research base, and was very practical." H.D. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked that it was self-paced and that I am able to re-view the course as often as needed." C.H. (Sept. 2022)
"I like that it's broken into sections and has lots of examples." J.P. (Sept. 2022)
"I am thrilled to have a developmental model to follow when assessing language development for my students who are gestalt language learners. I enjoyed seeing examples of language sampling and the straightforward presentation of the material." N.G. (Sept. 2022)
"I like that I can go back to the part I did not understand and go into depth to other part that I may have doubts." D.C. (Aug. 2022)
"All of this is new information for me and I'm so excited to implement NLA with several of my clients. I like that I can implement this into my practice immediately." N.P. (Aug. 2022)
"I work with many children with ASD and this course will affect how I teach them language. The course was well-organized and even difficult concepts were explained in detail." W.F. (Aug. 2022)
"The topics were all extremely beneficial to me. The instructor was passionate and engaging and had a good combination of research and anecdotal information to teach us." G.V. (Aug. 2022)
"The course clarified the topic for me." K.J. (Aug. 2022)
"I like the info it provided about a new topic." A.M. (Aug. 2022)
"I found the review of Natural Language acquisition vs. Typical Language Development helpful as it pertains to assessment and intervention with both neurotypical and ASD gestalt language processors. I liked the practicality of learning about how to mitigate a child's echolalia as a support to continuously building grammar and ultimately self-generated, meaningful utterances." M.D. (Aug. 2022)
"The flexibility in completing the course was nice." J.T. (Aug. 2022)
"The different steps you can take to turn echolalic speech into functional language were good to learn." H.P. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the handouts and the presenter's knowledge." S.T. (Aug. 2022)
"It was nice to stop and continue as needed, going at my own pace." K.C.-M. (Aug. 2022)
"Marge is very passionate about this topic." K.W. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the way the information is organized." B.K. (Aug. 2022)
"This course sets the clinician up for success to be able to start ax & tx right away with gestalt processors. Very practical information with precise examples to refer back to as you start working with a new client." J.D. (Aug. 2022)
"I benefitted from learning about the origins of GLP, and how it compares to ALPs. I appreciate how the presenter de-stigmatizes GLPs." A.T. (Aug. 2022)
"This course gave a framework that can be used in practice." A.P.-S. (Aug. 2022)
"The knowledge of ASD communication and how to better support this population was good." L.O. (Aug. 2022)
"The use of language samples to illustrate the NLA stages was very helpful." J.S. (Aug. 2022)
"Overall topic was of interest for my caseload and my own daughter." (Aug. 2022)
"I like the outline, the visual paired with the lecture." E.E. (Aug. 2022)
"The easy access and that it's available for us to continue with the program at our own rhythm is great!" M.F. (Aug. 2022)
"I loved how in assessment that it was reiterated several times that this could take a month. It is so important to get this right as to where to go with therapy." K.C. (Aug. 2022)
"Learning the different stages and assessment was beneficial. I liked the ability to access the course online, and go at my own pace." W.H. (Aug. 2022)
"Marge is engaging & provided information to reshape my therapy sessions with students who are echolalic." S.S. (July 2022)
"Each section was clearly explained and the examples from children were extremely helpful." N.S. (July 2022)
"I liked the real life examples." M.D. (July 2022)
"Good and important topic." C.T. (July 2022)
"The assessment portion was very helpful and the content was relevant." F.H. (July 2022)
"I like the discussion regarding how to do the assessment and how to do the detective work to figure out the stages that are observed. I also liked the language samples. Having not done this before, it was helpful to see examples of each of the stages." M.K. (July 2022)
"The process of language development section was informative and I loved how Marge reminds us that until we know a child is not using language, we cannot call him/her "nonverbal." I also found the assessment and treatment sections beneficial for starting to think about where to go with my students who are echolalic. Also, it was easy to follow, I loved the notes to follow along and the usefulness of the content." L.C. (July 2022)
"The Information related to NLA, the stages of NLA and how to integrate those stages into treatment/practice were good." T.O. (July 2022)
"The course is very informative" V.L. (July 2022)
"Seeing examples of how to score a language sample to determine stages of NLA was very helpful. Both examples and research background were helpful." L.O. (July 2022)
"The examples and language samples were easy to learn from." N.C. (July 2022)
"The entire presentation will be beneficial for my daily practice because I work with many gestalt language learners who do or do not have a diagnosis of ASD. I like that I can reference the course again when I need a refresher and that I am able to see the slides and videos at my own pace." M.P. (July 2022)
"The discussion around the Stages of Development of language with the addition of the stages for the Gestalt learner was of particular interest to me. I appreciated the review of prior research and language acquisition across neurotypical and ASD children." L.A. (July 2022)
"The examples were very helpful to my understanding of how to progress a child's language development and how to assess their language sample." S.B. (July 2022)
"The stories about students, the research highlighted, recognition that SLPs need to take their place on teams to assist children were great!" T.H. (July 2022)
"I found the stages of natural language development most helpful. It is interesting to see the grammatical breakdown of utterances. I like the pace, organization and ease of navigating through the slides." J.S. (July 2022)
"Loved the assessment portion, the breakdown of stages and specifically the information about grammar and getting to single words. I like the content, and the fact that I could take it on my time." E.K. (July 2022)
"The background into the research that has already been done. I had not learned about this in graduate school, but I think it is so important as many of the students I have worked with seemed to have been gestalt language processors. I wish I had been taught this in graduate school instead of doing therapy that was just reinforcing gestalts and not offering opportunities for spontaneous language to occur." A.Y. (July 2022)
"I think understanding how the echolalia becomes mitigated and potentially how to use that more functionally during therapy will be beneficial." A.R. (July 2022)
"I absolutely loved every aspect of this course. In particular language foundation and the research articles. Case Examples too. I loved the course, was very flexible and beautifully explained by the presenter. Loved the pace and helped me rewind whenever I wanted to. The handouts offered with the course makes it easier to refer and stay on topic. It has opened my eyes to the whole world of Natural language acquisition, Gestalt language processing. A must for all SLPs. Thank you so much!" A.H. (July 2022)
"I enjoyed the in depth discussion and examples of NLA, gestalts and functions of echolalia. The examples of language samples and scoring was very beneficial. In depth discussion of how autistic children learn language and that all echolalia is functional. I look forward to being able to use the NLA assessment protocol to assess my autistic learners and also begin teaching new phrases." J.B. (July 2022)
"Learning about Gestalt language processing in general - this was not something we really touched on in schooling." B.G. (July 2022)
"I like the life examples." B.M. (June 2022)
"The dedication of the speaker was great!" K.S. (June 2022)
"I loved the specific examples and the breakdowns of language samples." J.D'C (June 2022)
"I loved the practical examples provided and the language samples taken from real clients. It made the information much easier to conceptualize." K.W. (June 2022)
"A super interesting course that helped me expand my resources to support the communication and language of autistic children. I would only hope that one day it would have a Spanish translation option. I liked the research sources and the exposition of real cases about the boys Marge worked with." A.M. (June 2022)
"I learned a lot more in depth about echolalia." M.I. (June 2022)
"The speaker was concise." D.G. (June 2022)
"I appreciated the assessment piece, as well as the very real examples of what NLA language samples look like." K.U. (June 2022)
"How language acquisition and pragmatic skills develop simultaneously and how treatment activities facilitate this acquisition." T.C. (June 2022)
"I have a lot of students who are gestalt language processors. This course is very applicable to my work. I always have found it challenging working on with these children. The speaker provided a good explanation about the gestalt language processing and analytic language processing which I was not exposed to this information in the grad school." T.H. (June 2022)
"The patient/case study examples with language sample analysis provided to model her discussion were great! Thorough examples and discussion of meaning." J.T. (June 2022)
"The entire course will be beneficial for me as I begin to assess and treat my GLP's! Marge is wonderful to listen to. She explains things so simply, yet eloquently. Great presenter and great notes to follow along with, and make notes on. This course is the foundation for the next two courses in NLA." S.P. (June 2022)
"The representor's content is impactful on a daily basis." J.A. (June 2022)
"I like the pace and relevant information." L.U. (June 2022)
"I liked that I could do it at my own pace and go back if needed." M.S. (June 2022)
"I liked that it was separated into sections. This helped to break it up and take pauses, if needed. Of course the content was great, too." T.J. (June 2022)
"I like that it has self-paced modules." N.C. (June 2022)
"I like that it had lots of repetition of key info throughout each component of the course." J.S. (June 2022)
"The explanation of how to model language for gestalt language processors based on their existing gestalts were beneficial. I appreciated the background information, as well as the useful information that can be applied to practice." J.W. (June 2022)
"Easy to navigate the modules, great topic and useful in my practice." R.W. (June 2022)
"Can watch at my convenience, pause, come back to it, preview assessment." M.M. (June 2022)
"I found the assessment and treatment strategies easy to understand and implement. I like that it validated how I viewed echolalia and treated it as communication. It gave me better strategies on how to help develop more functional lang and grammar in gestalt language users." K.K. (June 2022)
"I enjoyed learning about the process of language development in gestalt processors. The presenter was easy to listen to and presented the information in an easy to understand way." M.M. (June 2022)
"Learning about the different stages and how to progress from echolalic/gestalt speech to more single words, phrases, etc. Also learning how to integrate this stages into practice and how to help others foster the language development. liked that we were provided with a handout to follow along with and there were personal/clinical examples brought in to the presentation (real-life examples)." H.P. (June 2022)
"It provided information that I can implement right away." C.B. (June 2022)
"I think the assessment analysis and examples will be helpful." H.H. (June 2022)
"This was so enlightening and made so much sense! I appreciated the history, detail and examples provided. I will use this and also apply to AAC aspects of my practice. I appreciated the examples given throughout!" K.N. (May 2022)
"Gestalt Language Processing or Natural Language Acquisition was not something I was readily taught in graduate school and I need this information for my NLA clients! Marge followed her outline and visual supports well, and encouraged the participant that they could do it!" S.S. (May 2022)
"This provided me insight into how to work w/ a young child on my caseload who presents w/ echolalia." C.S. (May 2022)
"This course makes so much sense that I can't believe it's the first time I'm learning about this. Using these strategies has totally changed the way that I relate with parents and children who are gestalt language processors in my daily practice." L.W. (May 2022)
"I really like this topic – it's been so eye-opening to helping me understand the language development profiles of my clients." E.C. (May 2022)
"I LOVE the way this will help me help my ASD students learn more communicative language!!! I'm so excited to get started!" R.W. (May 2022)
"I appreciated the more in-depth discussion of sequence of learning that happens." A.S. (May 2022)
"Useful to apply to my students and their language development and states." R.K. (May 2022)
"This completely changes my perspective on what echolalia and scripting are. I now understand what purpose they serve and feel like I can rework MANY plans of care to better fit the needs of my patients. The instructor made the content easy to understand by providing examples and repeating information to solidify learning." K.D. (Apr. 2022)
"I have been looking for a course about echolalia and how to best support my autistic patients in growing language skills from echolalia, and this course was perfect! I liked the steps of language development in NLA provided and the examples of assessment and treatment." M.M. (Apr. 2022)
"The process of teaching gestalt language learners language was helpful, as I have multiple echolalic children who I work with now." L.F. (Apr. 2022)
"Learning the NLA Stages so as to understand what language I can model to help children to the next stage was beneficial for my daily practice." E.J. (Apr. 2022)
"The Assessment section and background of the framework are beneficial for my practice. I like the straightforward presentation of materials." L.M. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked that the course is self-paced." K.K. (Apr. 2022)
"The course is systematically structured, easy to follow and understand." M.L. (Apr. 2022)
"Great examples! I like hearing about the author's personal experiences." D.B. (Apr. 2022)
"Looking at echolalia more closely as intent, and working with staff who are around our students all day to help work collaboratively to increase our student's ability to communicate is beneficial for my practice." K.S. (April 2022)
"I like Marge Blanc's style, examples, and depth of knowledge." R.C. (Apr. 2022)
"Makes sense and gives me guidance in how to assign language goals for these kids and how to understand their language and help them progress." S.G. (Apr. 2022)
"This course made me look at language development through an entirely new lens. I feel rejuvenated in my treatment of language development for gestalt language learners." L.T. (Apr. 2022)
"I was not familiar with the Gestalt learner. This course explained how they learn." D.C. (Mar. 2022)
"It was easy to follow. The assessment section was especially helpful." T.R. (Mar. 2022)
"Recognizing echolalia as a path to better overall language." S.H. (Mar. 2022)
"This was very informative and very interesting to follow." A.D. (Mar. 2022)
"I found the assessment and background knowledge (development) most beneficial. I liked the examples." M.P. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked that I have a little bit of all the areas to get started and that makes me feel slightly more prepared to work with my students tomorrow. I also really appreciated the comment about how we cannot call our unintelligible students 'non verbal'." A.A. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the evidence for letting children learn through their scripts, and for letting parents feel more comfortable about what is going on when their child scripts." J.B. (Mar. 2022)
"I am really interested in how to change my intervention style when working with a GLP. Excellent information that I can apply immediately to my practice." J.R. (Mar. 2022)
"The examples of different gestalt language processors are beneficial because I realized that another one of my students does this. The course clearly laid out the stages that students move through." E.B. (Mar. 2022)
"This applies to a particular student that I have been trying to figure out and will help me teach his team and create a better therapy plan for him." A.W. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the manner in which it was presented with specific examples and consistent review of what was previously explained." S.C. (Mar. 2022)
"ALL OF IT was beneficial... especially how to move through each stage and when to move through them. Easily digestible and interesting tying the older research to newer information." J.S. Mar. 2022)
"I better understand why children use gestalt language and how that language can be mitigated in order to help them become more flexible in their language use. I like the examples of utterances from actual children and how to assess them." J.G. (Feb. 2022)
"I like how it was broken up into manageable sections. I also loved the illustrations. They helped me understand some of the concepts better." C.P. (Feb. 2022)
"I appreciated the presenter's delivery. It was very clear and engaging." L.K.-L. (Feb. 2022)
"I am working with several individuals that I plan to start assessment with right away! I found the assessment and treatment information very helpful. I like that I can assess without necessarily making extra purchases for specific tests/ tools based on what I learned." J.F. (Feb. 2022)
"The whole course was very beneficial. I have a high number of gestalt processors on my caseload. I will start taking language samples next week!" H.C. (Feb. 2022)
"Learning how to use a child's gestalts to help the child generate novel language." M.H. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked learning language development through the lens of NLA. Course is easy to access and listen to." A.S. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the breakdown of language development in both typical and neurotypical children." M.K. (Feb. 2022)
"Now that I understand that many of the children that I see are using gestalts, rather than give them scripts to use like I have seen before, I can help them mitigate their gestalts into new phrases. I liked that Marge used real examples to help us to understand what the levels of language development might look like." C.J. (Jan. 2022)
"Going through the stages helps me to better understand where my clients are developmentally and how I can better model language during our sessions! I loved the content and thought the course was engaging and easy to follow." E.F. (Jan. 2022)
"I have been learning about NLA, and this was a good review before I dive into the next two stages." Y.S. (Jan. 2022)
"I have read the NLA book, so was looking forward to hearing more re: the ax and tx components of the presentation." M.S. (Jan. 2022)
"I appreciate the break down of gestalts. I feel like I may be able to figure out how to use them, however, many of my clients aren't even at this level yet." N.M. (Jan. 2022)
"Marge is SO passionate about this and it shows through her enthusiasm, quality descriptions and dedication to our gestalt language processors." M.H. (Jan. 2022)
"The course is very informative and easy to understand." A.S. (Jan. 2022)
"ALL OF THE COURSE WAS BENEFICIAL! I wish more families, clinicians, specialists, interventionists were required to take this course." L.A.H. (Jan. 2022)
"I need to mull this over a bit more but it really helps to re-frame echolalia for me. I now have a better idea of what to do with it beyond interpreting the underlying message, accepting it as communication, etc. I liked that I could do it at my own pace." L.H. (Jan. 2022)
"I love self-paced courses and having examples to apply to the knowledge and information presented." S.G. (Jan. 2022)
"It was very informative and helpful for both assessment and treatment. I liked the organization and handouts for future referencing." J.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I found the topic regarding evaluation of Natural Language Acquisition to be the most beneficial for my daily practice. I found the stages of development of Natural Language Acquisition extremely interesting and useful for evaluation and treatment." E.C. (Dec. 2021)
"It was most informative and very well presented." S.J. (Dec. 2021)
"ALL OF THE COURSE. IT'S AMAZING" A.H. (Dec. 2021)
"I enjoyed the clear break down of each level of development. Thank you so much for outlining how to do the assessment and touching on how to begin treatment! I'm finding it hard to say what I like best as it will all be so helpful. This is new for me as an SLP so all of the information presented will be so valuable." L.C. (Nov. 2021)
"I find it encouraging that children can develop spontaneous language from echolalia. I liked that the course explained the different stages well so that it can also help with treatment goals" N.G. (Nov. 2021)
"I was not aware of gestalt language processing before this course. I liked the self-directed nature of it. The practical examples." E.K. (Nov. 2021)
"The course was very informative. Good pace to follow along." M.C. (Oct. 2021)
"This was wonderful - gave me a whole new look at echolalia with some of my students, and ways to use it and shape it for their benefit. I liked that it was broken down into sections and the slides were also provided." L.T. (Oct. 2021)
"The importance of collecting and analyzing a language sample, and scoring language utterances within the various stages, will be most beneficial. I think it will help me to focus intervention at the correct stage to meet my students where they are. I appreciated the examples given, and the many resources provided for further study." C.R. (Oct. 2021)
"Well-organized and about a topic that is not generally focused on in school/at conferences/in trainings" K.C. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the practicality of the course." M.D. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked that the course causes you to think about echolalia in a completely different way." M.M. (Oct. 2021)
"Learning more about different types of language learners and how treatment depends on the type of language learner. Researched based information that is key for SLPs to understand and apply." M.M. (Oct. 2021)
"The need to think more about the way that different children learn language and expanding my knowledge of how to work with children who don't follow expected trajectories. I liked the repetition of important concepts to emphasize them for me." S.T. (Oct. 2021)
"I found the research that is directly related to the communicative intents behind delayed echolalia is most beneficial. I liked the real-life examples Marge provided, as well as her recap and review at the end of each section." C.D. (Oct. 2021)
"Literally everything discussed in this course was beneficial- but especially the importance and necessity of echolalia! I liked how Marge explains these topics easily- I know now how to inform parents and teachers about this topic." L.F. (Oct. 2021)
"I work with many autistic children who are gestalt processors and I have never quite known how to approach their learning style. This is a great start to help shift my thinking. I liked the clear descriptions of analytic versus gestalt language processors." K.P. (Sept. 2021)
"I learned how to assess children who are gestalt language processors. It was helpful to see all the examples of the different stages of NLA based on real language samples." C.K. (Sept. 2021)
"I enjoyed the specific examples provided by the presenter." A.C. (Sept. 2021)
"That is covered the research and background with regards to applying this approach." K.W. (Sept. 2021)
"Great overview for a level 1 course." M.S. (Sept. 2021)
"The stages of NLA and using part of a "script" to teach a word in different ways was beneficial." A.D. (Sept. 2021)
"Recognizing the communicative power of echolalia and how to shape/mitigate for children will help my practice." C.C. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked the information on how to evaluate gestalt language processors. However, I think it will be difficult to implement in my current therapy situation (school district preschool). I appreciated that the course was broken into chunks so that I could take breaks and absorb the information." D.M. (Aug. 2021)
"How to help my NLA children move through the stages of language development by properly assessing and treating them. The examples were very helpful. How the material was presented and backed by research." R.V. (Aug. 2021)
Presenter: Bonnie Martin-Harris, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, ASHA Honors
Presented by dysphagia expert and MBSImP™ developer, Bonnie Martin-Harris, PhD, this course provides a comprehensive overview of the MBSImP™ Approach and Protocol. Includes an in-depth discussion of 17 physiologic factors requisite for the execution of normal swallowing. It then introduces a scoring metric to profile and quantify physiologic swallow impairment across these 17 components. Course focus is the adult population.... more+
"Variations that might be seen due to various procedures were helpful. The sample fluoro videos were greatly appreciated." H.M. (Aug. 2024)
"The video examples were helpful." B.M. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the swallowing components and how to assess them. Plethora of examples and videos." J.T. (Jul. 2024)
"Detailed explanation of each of the 17 components. Clear explanation and use of images." S.C. (Jul. 2024)
"Notating specific landmarks for the anatomical structures. I appreciate the goal of a standardized protocol." R.S. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussing each component individually was beneficial. The videos and animation to depict the different scores were valuable, and of course learning from Bonnie Martin-Harris is a delight." M.M. (Jun. 2024)
"Scoring components on VFSS was helpful. I liked the combination of videos/images/written information." K.D. (May 2024)
"The detailed breakdown of the pharyngeal swallow was beneficial. I enjoyed the functional application." L.C. (May 2024)
"AP view was helpful. Easy to follow course with many visuals." C.B. (May 2024)
"I liked the video examples with MBSs and also with animations. Swallow onset time by watching hyoid movement was helpful." S.B. (Apr. 2024)
"The discussion that less textures and trials can yield similar information was helpful. I enjoyed the videofluoroscopic paired with the animated model." O.B. (Apr. 2024)
"Going through each component with examples was beneficial. I liked that the course was divided into multiple parts, and I can always go back to refresh my knowledge." C.I. (Mar. 2024)
"Going through each of the different component-specific guidelines along with the visuals was helpful. I liked that I could go at my own pace." N.L. (Feb. 2024)
"Everything was beneficial. This course changed a great deal of my perspective on how to obtain more comprehensive information during my MBSS. I liked the visual examples, especially when including real patients as well as potential compensatory strategies to mitigate impairments." L.S. (Feb. 2024)
"The detailed explanations on the 17 components using the video and animation examples were very helpful. I liked that I could enter the course any time and proceed at my pace." R.S. (Jan. 2024)
"The overall standardization of MBS and the scoring components were beneficial. I appreciated that the course was organized into different sections instead of the full 6 hours in one seminar." H.M. (Jan. 2024)
"Breakdown of components- overall review of information for seasoned clinicians. Systematic approach. Videos- both animated and real-life images. I liked how the course was broken into sections and allowed the clinician to work at their own pace." R.C. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the generous amount of handouts and resources provided to reinforce the lecture. The rationale for standardization was helpful." K.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing the benefits of standardization; what a swallow study is and is not." L.N. (Dec. 2023)
"All topics were beneficial. I enjoyed the ease of course navigation and the handouts." D.B. (Nov. 2023)
"A deep dive into the 17 components and rating scales. I liked the examples of each of the scoring criteria across all 17 components utilizing both VFSS and animation." S.B. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the handouts and lectures. Course was easy to navigate." M.S. (Nov. 2023)
"The bolus protocol, textures, and amount were helpful to discuss. I liked the handouts." J.A. (Nov. 2023)
"Going over each component of MBSImP images was beneficial. I liked the pace and material with a supported explanation as to the manner each component was tested." B.H. (Oct. 2023)
"I really enjoyed this course. I'm looking forward to completing the full version in the near future. I really enjoyed the videofluoroscopy videos in conjunction with the animated videos to help me identify the structures and where the bolus was. The videos were awesome." M.D. (Oct. 2023)
"The presenter was so knowledgeable and really explained everything in such a way that everything made sense. She was so interesting. I can analyze what I'm seeing and score it correctly. I loved it!" M.D. (Oct. 2023)
"Very thorough course! I liked the scoring guidelines." G.E. (Sep. 2023)
"The overview of the MBSImP was helpful to have a true preview of the material. Easy accessibility!" A.D. (Aug. 2023)
"I enjoyed the entire course. Viewing normal vs. abnormal swallow function was helpful. I liked the videos, case studies, real-life examples." P.M. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the use of a standardized assessment for MBS studies. The frame-by-frame review of various MBS studies was beneficial." A.D. (Aug. 2023)
"The repetitive practice was beneficial. Many opportunities to practice." M.T. (Aug. 2023)
"Learning the finer details of the MBSImP was invaluable!! I LOVE that I could get such a good overview so that I understood the concepts." L.D. (Jul. 2023)
"Improved my knowledge about physiologic areas that were not taught to me during grad school. I liked the impacts on treatment planning, ability to standardize MBSS at our hospital for reliability, and improved vocabulary for report writing. I liked the videos and detail provided for all the components." S.F. (Jul. 2023)
"The scoring part was very informative. I liked that I can take my time in watching the videos, and that I could go back and rewatch whenever I wanted." A.L. (Jul. 2023)
"Analyzing the 17 physiological components and additional clinical advice that was given throughout this course was beneficial - i.e., transferring the information to functional living / recommendations / future management / compensatory strategies and exercises. I liked being able to take sections at my own pace - stop and start the videos and revisit content, and download supporting materials. I also liked seeing the animations alongside videofluoroscopic imaging to support learning." R.F. (Jul. 2023)
"Definitions of each functional component were beneficial. The videos were great!" A.F. (Jun. 2023)
"The standardization model was beneficial. I like listening to Bonnie Martin-Harris report her work." L.E. (Jun. 2023)
"Objectively quantifying the data collected in MBS studies will provide for much more accurate report writing, recommendations, and communication w/ other SLPs. Loved the video illustrations as well as the actual MBS studies to enhance my understanding of the swallow." M.B. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the case studies and overall material." C.A. (May 2023)
"This course will literally change how I evaluate during a video swallow study." S.B. (Apr. 2023)
"The observation of each specific component and scoring simplifies the final report and interpretation of the study. Sessions were VERY easy to follow, clear explanations to help understand concepts." C.E. (Apr. 2023)
"Implications of the protocol were beneficial. I liked that the course was broken up into segments." M.B. (Apr. 2023)
"The videos going through the different components and how to score these was beneficial. I have recently commenced my MBSImP training.... this introductory course has allowed me to have an overview of how to get going with my training." V.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Great presenter. Great video footage, both diagrams and videofluoroscopy studies. Good range of patients." V.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning about tongue base retraction was beneficial. The animated images were helpful." A.H. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked all of it. Seeing lots of swallow studies and learning to distinguish anatomical structures and different features of swallowing impairment." A.J. (Jan. 2023)
"I complete MBS frequently at work and this course will assist in standardization by the team. I liked the ease of being able to take this course online." S.K. (Jan. 2023)
"The VF & animated examples were so helpful in understanding each swallowing component. I liked the course pacing and real life examples." K.S. (Dec. 2022)
"All topics were excellent. I liked that I could take breaks as needed." B.S. (Dec. 2022)
"This content gave me a new perspective on how I look at and interpret MBSs. I found the entire course to be relevant to my daily practice." L.R. (Dec. 2022)
"Course was extremely informative going between the speaker and her many videos to outline what she was referring to. The entire presentation made me realize the importance of completing the entire MBSImP course and protocol to incorporate in my daily practice." A.R. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the breakdown of the 17 swallow components. Repetition and detailed walk-though of each component was beneficial." J.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Lots of swallow videos. Speaker was excellent." J.B. (Nov. 2022)
"A great refresher on anatomy, and great for updated swallowing info." K.F. (Nov. 2022)
"The depth of information and discussion of the rationale behind this protocol impacting patients every day in our work environment was great! I also loved the app for swallowing to educate patients and their families. What an enormous amount of research and time to improve the world of speech-language pathology!" P.A. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the breakdown of the components and scoring definitions." K.W. (Nov. 2022)
"I enjoyed going through the whole swallow study after the discussion about each component of the MBSImP. I felt like it really expanded my view of the continuity of the swallowing mechanism. I was blown away by Dr. Bonnie Martin-Harris' ability to explain such a complex process in such a clear way." N.P. (Oct. 2022)
"MBSImP Guide and scoring were very beneficial because I do MBS frequently. Guide to MBS impairment profile is the topic I liked best as well as the MBS components." E.E. (Oct. 2022)
"I now plan to better standardize and communicate findings in my reports. Dr. Martin-Harris did a great job presenting all of this information. I really appreciated all of the supplemental materials provided along with this course." A.M. (Oct. 2022)
"Excellent presentation. Clearly presented to increase understanding of reading MBS." L.M. (Sept. 2022)
"This course is very easy to follow. Liked learning implementation of this protocol." C.R. (Sept. 2022)
"Great to have objective measurements for the MBSS." C.R. (Sept. 2022)
"The review of the components and the format of the course were good." G.S. (Sept. 2022)
"Practical and thorough. Excellent animation and imaging studies demonstrating normal and impaired swallowing." V.M. (Aug. 2022)
"Learning about a standardized method of examining swallow function and dysfunction under fluoroscopy was beneficial for my practice." C.B. (Aug. 2022)
"I will use this entire analysis of swallow function in my daily practice. This course has helped me to more accurately pinpoint areas of weakness/dysfunction that contribute to dysphagia, and will help guide my treatment plan. I liked the very specific visual examples of each component with detailed explanations to give me a good idea of what each score looks like in each area. So, very helpful!" G.P. (Aug. 2022)
"The in depth and systematic approach to evaluating phases of swallow, impairments, and causes was good. The video simulations paired with the fluoroscopy videos helped me visualize the information." J.P. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked having the animated swallows side by side with actual swallow studies." H.Y. (Aug. 2022)
"I thought that both the animated and actual swallow study showing the different components and ratings were extremely helpful." C.P. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the real time and animation swallowing models. And the discussion of radiation dose considerations." S.S. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the discussion of how to specifically rate each component." T.M. (Aug. 2022)
"I enjoyed all the visuals and practical application, and the standardization of assessing 17 evidenced-based physiologic components of swallowing." K.W. (Aug. 2022)
"Very thorough, evidence-based course. Liked learning the impact of esophageal clearing on oral and pharyngeal swallowing." O.S. (July 2022)
"I learned more through this course then I ever did in graduate school. It's so beneficial to see the videos and break it down in order to determine exactly what's going on and the function of each structure at each stage of the swallow. Liked the videos with in-depth discussion on each component, and the fact that it is a standardized program." S.H. (June 2022)
"The review of the components was great because everything was broken down so I knew exactly what I was looking for. I feel that this course was very functional and it is something that I can directly relate to my practice as a SLP." K.M. (June 2022)
"I liked the inclusion of so many swallow studies within the course." J.M. (June 2022)
"The 17 physiological components listed in the protocol during assessment along with the varying degrees of impairment were beneficial." S.T. (June 2022)
"I liked reviewing actual MBSS along with animations to practice scoring." A.C. (June 2022)
"The thorough explanation and example videos were good!" M.H. (May 2022)
"Clearly tutored, structured way of going through the protocol. Learning a standardized protocol, very useful!" F.S. (May 2022)
"The systematic approach to scoring an MBS and the systematic approach to doing the MBS are amazing for actual clinical practice! This whole course was hugely helpful in identifying impairment and learning about the anatomy of the swallow. The speaker was probably the best I've ever seen in any course I've taken. She was excellent." A.K. (May 2022)
"I liked the specific examples and visuals comparing different scores in each component of the swallow. The course had great structure, visuals, and was very detailed for an introduction!" R.B. (May 2022)
"I really enjoyed having the visuals of the modified barium swallow studies along with the verbal explanations." M.C. (May 2022)
"The course was very well presented with lots of examples." K.B. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the standardization aspect. This is something that you can use in practice with patients." A.M. (Apr. 2022)
"Excellent organization of coursework, presentation of materials, supported with visual demonstration and explanation." E.M. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the breakdown of overall impression scoring." N.T. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the physiology components, being able to separate them, but also see how they work together." E.G. (Mar. 2022)
"Very easy to listen to with lots of good, clinical examples and anecdotes." N.C. (Mar. 2022)
"MBSImP scoring in real time with many examples." C.H. (Mar. 2022)
"Learning how swallow impairment can be judged without looking at every individual food type, and how the scoring can be used to help interpret MBS more accurately." E.V. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked that you can take your time and review the material, and learning the overall scoring and breaking down the swallow function into all of its smaller parts." B.M. (Feb. 2022)
"The organization of the course was great. I look forward to taking the full MBSImP course." A.P. (Feb. 2022)
"Looking at mbss in a whole different way!" M.H. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the general review of the protocol and its use and being allowed to go at my own pace." R.R. (Feb. 2022)
"It was well organized and broken down into teachable segments that I could go over several times if needed. I loved the animated version coupled with the fluoro videos, it was very helpful for understanding where landmarks are and seeing the normal swallow function compared to levels of abnormal." E.A. (Feb. 2022)
"The entirety of the MBSImP protocol is applicable to my work as an acute care, outpatient, & acute rehab SLP as I perform VFSS on a weekly basis." R.H. (Jan. 2022)
"Every topic of discussion regarding this protocol was useful/beneficial for my daily practice; learning about the time, research, and planning that went into protocol's development; video and animated demonstrations." J.S. (Jan. 2022)
"Overall premise of breaking the swallow down into small individual segments and functions - extremely interesting - will be of great benefit in treatment. Very impressed by the animations, they made the actual fluoro image a bit more able to follow." K.K. (Jan. 2022)
"I appreciated the education on laryngeal, thyroid and arytenoid movement during the swallow. These are things I have observed and considered for years, but was not taught, yet so valuable. Content applicable immediately to my patient care!" A.M. (Jan. 2022)
"Bonnie Harris-Martin is an excellent instructor. She provided useful information and it was evident that she is passionate about the work she and her colleagues are doing." M.H. (Jan. 2022)
"Pacing at a rate that I could digest, understand and remember. I liked the computer simulations paired with videofluoroscopic images." B.E. (Jan. 2022)
"I really appreciated the depth of her discussion on how the swallow functions. I liked the ability to pause and replay items of interest. I felt I really had time to take notes." S.N. (Jan. 2022)
"Every topic of discussion regarding this protocol was useful/beneficial for my daily practice." J.S. (Jan. 2022)
"The organization of the course was great. I look forward to taking the full MBSImP course." A.P. (Jan. 2022)
"The most beneficial aspect of the presentation was the way each section was linked to all the rest. Evaluation is not a simple process because swallowing is not simple and each decision affecting treatment directly effects quality of life and patient safety. I liked the instructor's clear mastery of the information while valuing new input from practicing clinicians." H.B. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the thorough review of rationale for and development of the MBSImP, and watching videofluoroscopies and animations to better understand the scoring system." K.M. (Dec. 2021)
"Dr. Martin-Harris is an excellent presenter, and the program was very well planned and executed." K.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I appreciate the standardization to this approach." L.N. (Nov. 2021)
"The detailed information and visuals provided for each component in a break-down and then put-back-together structure of this program. Also the justifications for AP view and esophageal clearance were beneficial for my daily practice. I liked that it was very detailed and included many visual examples with the explanations." H.B. (Nov. 2021)
"The whole introductory class was beneficial prior to full training completion. I liked the content & length of time of online course." J.L. (Oct. 2021)
"Going through the components step by step with visual aids (VFSS, animations) and discussion of variations between scores was helpful. I liked that it is fast, self-paced and easy to access." N.M. (Oct. 2021)
"Very detailed and gave visual examples." D.S. (Aug. 2021)
"The creation of a standardized assessment to assist in assessing swallowing function and structures was helpful for my daily practice." C.P. (Aug. 2021)
"Using the standardization in everyday practice when completing VFSS at my facility will be helpful. I enjoyed the content, the presentation, the ease of access." J.J. (Jul. 2021)
"Walking through video case examples and practicing scoring was beneficial for my practice. I enjoyed the case examples." C.K. (Jul. 2021)
“The ability to work at my own pace. Actually, seeing the course format. Opportunity to practice scoring some of the studies presented in the course.” S.B. (Mar. 2021)
Presenter: Bonnie Martin-Harris, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, ASHA Honors
The MBS study, while a clinically useful tool, remains a subjective test. The MBSImP™ Approach provides a standardized and evidence-based protocol to interpret and communicate MBS study results in a manner that is consistent, specific, accurate, and objective. Course participants will learn to apply the MBSImP™ standardized scoring metric to profile and quantify physiologic swallow impairment in the adult population.... more+
"Incredibly detailed and numerous different studies." R.O. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the extensive training materials - handouts, lecture, videos." J.W. (Aug. 2024)
"I have learned a whole new way of looking at VFSS. This has made me analyze aspects that I hadn't considered before and the volume of studies to review was certainly helpful!" J.W. (Aug. 2024)
"The variety of practice videos to watch was really helpful in creating a good picture of what is a variation of normal vs what is a deficit." K.P. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked having a standardized protocol to note all aspects of a swallow, the variety of swallow impairments and profiles used during training, as well as the immediate feedback provided during the training zone." C.S. (Aug. 2024)
"The length of time allocated to completion of this work was beneficial. The design allowed for focused attention to each aspect of the swallow and prolonged repetition and exposure to support mastery of skill." A.K. (Aug. 2024)
"Thorough; great layout and very user friendly platform; love the reliability testing and robust nature of the training." U.R. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the step by step videos with animation and the score sheet / tips available at all times." M.R. (Aug. 2024)
"This training has broadened my view of fluoroscopy in a simple and well-defined way." N.A. (Aug. 2024)
"Very comprehensive with lots of detail about each stage of the swallowing process." A.H. (Aug. 2024)
"The amount of resources provided is excellent, with lots of examples and detailed scoring guides. Excellent training zone." S.G. (Aug. 2024)
"The learning zone videos and modules were excellent." E.L. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the ease of the course and prolonged access to training resources." H.G. (Aug. 2024)
"The training zone with the immediate feedback was great for learning and correcting errors." L.T. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked how the course broke the swallowing process down very precisely and made the components measurable and reliable." J.W. (Aug. 2024)
"Our Adult SLP team will be viewing our VFSS examinations from the same "lens" now. This protocol also enables us to have better comparison measures for our patients across the continuum of acute- rehab- outpatient care." S.S. (Jul. 2024)
"Able to set own pace and repeat testing!" F.B. (Jul. 2024)
"Thinking through individual components more specifically was helpful." S.B. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the training zone and its explanations of incorrect scoring." O.K. (Jul. 2024)
"This course helped me train my eyes to VFSS. It has helped me in refining my accuracy when I administer VFSS at work." M.S. (Jul. 2024)
"I enjoyed having many real life examples to score. Repetition was very helpful." A.G. (Jul. 2024)
"I really appreciated the amount of research and validity studies that have been done to support this protocol. That, plus the detailed definitions of impairment, give me a lot more confidence when evaluating if someone is WFL vs impaired." K.S. (Jul. 2024)
"I enjoyed the variety of the videos and feedback provided. I also loved the fact that I could get additional assistance by emailing in my questions, that was very helpful." A.W. (Jul. 2024)
"Well-structured and comprehensive learning modules." W.P. (Jul. 2024)
"Lots of diverse real examples of swallows. I liked the examples of swallows within normal variation as well as pathological swallows." E.S. (Jul. 2024)
"Training zone was very helpful with explanations on why if you chose an incorrect answer." J.C. (Jul. 2024)
"This content greatly increased my knowledge and confidence in administering and interpreting MBSS." G.W. (Jul. 2024)
"Strengthens my confidence of analysing wider components of the swallow in VF." A.M. (Jul. 2024)
"I appreciated the handouts to assist in scoring and the videos for scoring help." S.H. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the viewing and reporting of the various MBS studies for reliability purposes." K.R. (Jul. 2024)
"I loved the variety of studies, the multiple opportunities for practice, the fantastic written supports and method of testing reliability with feedback on areas for improvement which aided in my self-study." K.B. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked that there was no time limit to learn. I am able to get loads of practice with correspondent feedback and explanation before testing. The descriptions in the guidelines were clear." K.T. (Jun. 2024)
"The different zones were organized very well for my learning style." M.H. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked how comprehensive this course is and how many opportunities we have to practice/score each of these components." A.H. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the variety of study examples/swallowing impairment severities." G.Z. (Jun. 2024)
"Access to zooming and slowing down the video to help analyse the images was very helpful. Having access to the scoring guides and explanation videos was very useful." C.C. (Jun. 2024)
"The number of varied studies to watch and rate was helpful. I enjoyed the teaching material." S.M. (Jun. 2024)
"The extensive exposure to fluoro was beneficial. I appreciated the ability to revisit training material, including animation." G.S. (Jun. 2024)
"Thorough videos with great visuals paired with clear explanation. The additional written guide was a great supplement." D.E. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked having the opportunity to revisit the Learning and Training Zones while completing the Reliability Zone for multiple models/examples of components I needed more guidance to score." M.L. (Jun. 2024)
"Lots of opportunities to practice and retake tests as needed." S.M. (Jun. 2024)
"I enjoyed all the differing videos with differing impairments and the repeated practice." R.R. (Jun. 2024)
"A good foundational understanding of swallow physiology." E.W. (Jun. 2024)
"The user interface was appealing and easy to use and navigate." L.B. (Jun. 2024)
"Printable guides were helpful to reference as I entered the reliability zone." M.B. (May. 2024)
"I liked that this protocol provides an opportunity for a more standardized MBS across a department and also across sites within a city or a system. I liked that there were many examples and the opportunity to go back into the different zones for learning." K.F. (May. 2024)
"Lots of exposure to VF's." Z.P. (May. 2024)
"I enjoyed the individual assessment of each component and organization into oral, pharyngeal, esophageal components." A.C. (May. 2024)
"I liked the side-by-side comparisons in learning section with coloured videos and detailed explanations of each score." Q.L. (May. 2024)
"I liked having multiple attempts at passing each component in the Reliability Zone. I also appreciated the scoring tips provided for each component, especially when I was trying to decide between two scores." K.K. (May. 2024)
"I liked learning about normal variations in swallow and learning about PES opening and how 'partial' can be duration OR distension OR obstruction of flow - not all or nothing." B.N. (May. 2024)
"I liked the ability to self-pace the course and see a variety of examples of each component." D.B. (May. 2024)
"There were multiple opportunities to improve my skills and understanding of the rating scales." A.B. (May. 2024)
"Thoroughness of the course helped me a lot to begin answering the "why" in a patient's swallow function." E.C. (May. 2024)
"Great physiological images to relate with X-ray images and scoring tips were really helpful." C.E. (May. 2024)
"I was grateful that there were multiple examples of each component and written explanations to refer back to. I can see these materials as useful to refer back to during real world studies." M.D. (May. 2024)
"I really enjoyed the various learning opportunities and lots of resources for scoring examples." E.A. (May. 2024)
"I liked re-learning all of the individual components in such detail and then have repeated practice opportunities to implement what I learned." S.B. (May. 2024)
"The example videos were really helpful, and it was really helpful to practice with single swallows and then full swallows before going to the test parts." C.W. (May. 2024)
"I like the hands-on use of real MBS videos to help train my eyes and brain to look for the various components across a variety of presentations." J.B. (May. 2024)
"I liked the explanations regarding errors during practice exercises." R.O. (May. 2024)
"Extensive exposure to MBS and hints for frequently missed items." J.D. (May. 2024)
"The number and range of practice fluoros allowed lots of repetition. The training resources and videos are excellent. I like the self-directed nature of this program and that people can work through it in their own time." J.C. (May. 2024)
"Visual examples given throughout the lessons were extremely helpful." A.A. (May. 2024)
"Extremely thorough training and I liked the fact you could refer back to the learning zones to refresh your memory for components you were not scoring appropriately in the training/reliability zone." J.M. (May. 2024)
"I like having the opportunity to practice on so many swallows before testing." E.C. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked being able to retake the test as needed, it was less stressful." S.H. (Apr. 2024)
"The tutorials talking through the scoring were helpful." K.P. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the explanation videos and written handouts (with great diagrams)." M.R. (Apr. 2024)
"Good use of real videos and animations to demonstrate each component of the swallow and give clear examples of the different impairment levels." J.E. (Apr. 2024)
"The feedback was immediate in the training portion. If my answer was wrong - I liked that it showed you specifically where with a diagram." N.D. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the quality of the training content." E.W. (Apr. 2024)
"Immediate feedback in training zones." D.C. (Apr. 2024)
"Lots of opportunity for review. I appreciated the ability to return to the training to improve validity of my scoring." K.M. (Apr. 2024)
"The different zones of practice and various videos were helpful." M.M. (Apr. 2024)
"I appreciated the detailed examples and repeated opportunities to take the test." A.B. (Apr. 2024)
"I enjoyed the swallow by swallow vs full study training and the calibration guides." K.F. (Apr. 2024)
"This course trains your eye on what to look for. I like how I will have continued access to the course to continue using as a resource." L.N. (Apr. 2024)
"I appreciated the ability to return to the training and learning zones during reliability testing. The small details are summarized in the learning zone. The various specific instructions for troubleshooting scoring of each component." R.F. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the training and learning zone with feedback regarding what portion of the swallow the scores were taken from." J.M. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the detail and specificity of each component and how to evaluate impairment, the standardisation process, the break down into multiple different components, the format - learning, training and then reliability zone." M.C. (Apr. 2024)
"Ample practice opportunities and videos. I liked the guidance within training of timestamp for where to view specific components." J.C. (Apr. 2024)
"Videos, education guidebooks, scoring handouts were helpful. Multiple studies with breakdown of scoring system." A.N. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the helpful videos that go through all the scoring and the actual examples of the fluoro showing that particular score." K.W. (Apr. 2024)
"The course was very thorough and helpful to be able to evaluate images outside of clinic." R.R. (Apr. 2024)
"The educational videos and references to refer back to to better understand each component." S.H. (Apr. 2024)
"The videos and diagrams side by side helped with visualization." J.P. (Apr. 2024)
"The amount of examples and explanation for each component was beneficial. I also liked that during the reliability portion, I only had to retest on components that I hadn't previously passed." K.R. (Apr. 2024)
"I like that for reliability training if you get a passing score you do not have to go back through each component." B.C. (Apr. 2024)
"I appreciated the swallow-by-swallow review." C.F. (Apr. 2024)
"The educational section and training zone were helpful in scoring individual components." L.B. (Apr. 2024)
"Options to repeat assessment and go back to training zone. Appreciated feedback and extra support from Northern Speech staff in helping me better understand certain components!" C.K. (Apr. 2024)
"I enjoyed how the components go well hand in hand with the impairments, brings everything together." A.T. (Apr. 2024)
"The training zone before the reliability testing and the many resources to learn how to score were beneficial." N.L. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the standardization of scoring a MBSS, so that there is consistency across the board. Very specific information provided in regard to scoring." R.I. (Mar. 2024)
"This training was informative and provided a range of varying swallow images." R.S. (Mar. 2024)
"I felt that the sequential difficulty assisted in building understanding. Being able to go back and review, and test myself again on components without losing my place was a real confidence booster." L.M. (Mar. 2024)
"I really had very little experience with A-P views and this course was excellent in helping me evaluate this aspect." M.H. (Mar. 2024)
"Breaking the swallow down into each component part was beneficial- reminded me to think discretely about the system- what was going wrong and why. It was helpful to train the eye to catch more information when viewing swallow studies." J.Z. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the self-paced aspect of this course!" R.D. (Mar. 2024)
"The videos with audio descriptions over the top of what you are seeing, and the errorless learning approach were helpful." K.J. (Mar. 2024)
"I really liked the breakdown of each step. This is really helpful to best evaluate each step of a MBSS." J.G. (Mar. 2024)
"Sufficient examples and training to support competency. I liked that I could complete the course at my own pace." S.B. (Mar. 2024)
"I enjoyed the detailed criteria for each component." B.K. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the opportunities for a lot of practice and review of errors." V.S. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the three zones and the amount of videos to review. Also, the guides for each component and handouts were helpful." J.H. (Mar. 2024)
"The training modules and the scoring help videos were very helpful." S.K. (Mar. 2024)
"LOTS of opportunities for practice and feedback!" C.D. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the way the course was set up, having a learning zone and training zone prior to the testing. I like the resources available to us even after we've finished the course!" B.O. (Mar. 2024)
"The training modules were highly effective with excellent explanation of each component. My eye was trained for more exact interpretation of degree of closure/residual." N.U. (Mar. 2024)
"I enjoyed progressing through the various "levels" of the training, honing my skills and continuing to learn throughout each segment." M.M. (Mar. 2024)
"It was helpful having multiple methods of accessing information to enhance learning (i.e. videos, audio, written content)." W.C. (Mar. 2024)
"The immediate feedback provided during the training modules prior to testing was beneficial. I appreciated the opportunity to review scoring criteria while testing." K.P. (Feb. 2024)
"I enjoyed the range of videos available, the scoring tips, no timeframe for completion, and I was able to retest components scored below 80% only." A.B. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked how we can take and retake the studies for more reps/practice (even if we have passed prior)." A.R. (Feb. 2024)
"This training really trains your eye to assess for impairment." S.C. (Feb. 2024)
"I enjoyed the repeated practice and immediate feedback from the training section." S.W. (Feb. 2024)
"This course assisted me in interpreting the swallowing mechanism in a whole new and standardized way." K.D. (Feb. 2024)
"I learned the world standards for objective evaluation of swallowing function." K.M. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked the detailed frame-by-frame analysis." O.K. (Feb. 2024)
"The repetition and feedback of the training section was beneficial." A.D. (Feb. 2024)
"I really liked the descriptions for esophageal transit." L.K. (Feb. 2024)
"This course is an organized system to validate and objectify MBSs." D.T. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked the way the course was structured through learning, practice, then testing." M.C. (Feb. 2024)
"I think that the training did a good job of teaching me where to look for all the components and where deficits may be noted, which I may not have been able to identify as clearly before." M.B. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked the examples where we are able to replay in slow motion and repeat." A.N. (Feb. 2024)
"The course was comprehensive and provided excellent training videos that broke down and detailed the components that are essential for proper diagnosis to establish relevant treatment goals/exercises." K.S. (Feb. 2024)
"I really appreciated not having to retake the entire test and just the components I did not pass the first time. I felt like I could spend more time on the components I was having a hard time understanding vs. pouring myself back into components I had already mastered." J.D. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked that the course involved active participation the whole way through." M.T. (Feb. 2024)
"Variety of studies, easy access to guides on different components." F.K. (Feb. 2024)
"Very thorough and clear course." M.P. (Feb. 2024)
"All the different swallows and targeted areas were beneficial. I enjoyed being able to repeat areas as much as needed." L.G. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked having access to information sheets and being able to go back and review previous sections." H.D. (Jan. 2024)
"The training mode of this course was really fantastic. It's really detailed." B.K. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the updated graphics giving feedback about each component scored by outlining the structures." H.K. (Jan. 2024)
"Very structured and easy to follow course. Good range of teaching methods - video, written, repetitive practice." R.B. (Jan. 2024)
"The intro videos were very thorough. All the practice was helpful." J.S. (Jan. 2024)
"All the visuals and videos were beneficial. The repetitive information presented in different ways was also very helpful." H.T. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the different levels of this course, where I was able to learn the material, practice it, and then test my knowledge." M.D. (Jan. 2024)
"Very detailed course with lots of practice videos. I liked the patient history included." M.B. (Jan. 2024)
"The feedback in real-time in the training zone was beneficial!" L.G. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the very detailed descriptions of where each component was rated." A.D. (Jan. 2024)
"The training zone was helpful to practice skills learned prior to implementing them in the assessment portion." M.F. (Jan. 2024)
"I enjoyed the reading materials, replay speed variation, and feedback." Y.E. (Jan. 2024)
"I like that the course sets standards for scoring, and I love how it is set up in the three different modules." T.J. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked that you could do the course at your own pace. I also liked that you were given multiple opportunities to complete the reliability zone. I feel that this really helped me to learn each component, and gave me the opportunity to hone in on certain components that I had more trouble with, with a test-retest set-up. I also feel that the training was very thorough. I liked that it was broken into 3 sections, so you really became familiar with the content by the end." S.D. (Jan. 2024)
"I really appreciated the in-depth training/practice zones. I also benefited from some personalized assistance when I was stuck on a component!" J.C. (Jan. 2024)
"The feedback with visuals in the training zone was extremely helpful!" M.M. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the repetitive practice." E.C. (Jan. 2024)
"I really liked all of the videos and the trainings." L.P. (Jan. 2024)
"The course was quite thorough. I also liked that retesting was only required for specific components that were not tested with 80% accuracy." L.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Visuals, lots of repetition, meaning you really get to understand." A.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Multiple modalities of learning and plenty of hands-on practice." A.M. (Dec. 2023)
"The training zone was beneficial! It was super helpful to be able to access that throughout." E.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Literally, all of it was beneficial, from all of the zones to options of downloading the pdf files." A.S. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked how this course was broken down into three sections in regards to the training." K.N. (Dec. 2023)
"This course really helped me to distinguish aspects of swallowing to build a better, holistic picture of swallowing ability." M.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Realistic imaging, good component explanation." L.P. (Dec. 2023)
"I really enjoyed the information specifically related to improving the quality of my documentation. I think this will be helpful when sharing patients with other therapists. I also think this will be useful in documenting measurable progress for reimbursement purposes." M.W. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the opportunity to go back into the training videos and focus on specific components to build or refresh my rating skills, and the access to component scoring tips whenever needed." S.H. (Dec. 2023)
"The specific focus on all parts of swallow physiology - keeps mind away from aspiration only as the focus of an MBS." A.L. (Dec. 2023)
"The level of information provided to develop an understanding of the separate components was beneficial. I liked the opportunity to go back, check, refine, re-try." C.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked having all of the education on each of the 17 components of swallow. It was a nice review of anatomy as well which will help with my VFSS." E.P. (Dec. 2023)
"Multiple opportunities to practice with real life cases." A.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I loved how detailed each section was. The amount of content is truly necessary to get the full picture." M.O. (Dec. 2023)
"Excellent resources to help understand each component. Good scaffolding of skills to ID each component up to full study." S.D. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the feedback in the training zone and all the practice." H.J. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the rationale for scores provided in the training zone." T.C. (Dec. 2023)
"I really enjoyed how thorough this course was and the clear process for working through the information." D.G. (Nov. 2023)
"The level of support and being able to compare visually differing scores was helpful. I liked the extra tips and guidance videos looking at different swallows and each particular component of the swallow." N.F. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the repetitive nature of the training with good exposure to videos." R.V. (Nov. 2023)
"Real study examples and simulation to illustrate scores. I liked both the single-swallow and whole-study evaluations." K.W. (Nov. 2023)
"Lots of practice videos and examples. I liked the detailed scoring information and advice on each component." R.F. (Nov. 2023)
"I loved the constant feedback and ability to practice/re-take the test. It led to stress-free learning." E.S. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the examples and the repetition. I also liked that I could easily go back and forth for reviewing." M.C. (Nov. 2023)
"Good opportunity for evaluating a lot of studies." L.C. (Nov. 2023)
"Lots of practice watching MBSS and looking at different physiological impairments." S.B. (Nov. 2023)
"The tip sheets for each component, scoring tips, and feedback on performance were all beneficial." R.Z. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the learning zone and thought it was a great review. I like this attempt to standardize a rather subjective assessment." K.R. (Nov. 2023)
"I love that this course is standardized! We can all "speak" in the same language now across our patients. I can picture a labial seal-2 and a pharyngeal contraction-1." S.M. (Nov. 2023)
"When errors were made, I appreciated that correct answers with specific cuts of video footage were immediately displayed. This was helpful for recognizing specifics of an error." R.J. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the training zone. Having instant feedback was great." M.Z. (Nov. 2023)
"Each zone was helpful and prepared me for the reliability zone." K.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Informative course and clear instructions on how to complete. Lots of information to support independent learning." E.D. (Oct. 2023)
"The training zone was very thorough and allowed you to train at your own pace." K.F. (Oct. 2023)
"I enjoyed the learning and training zones, with additional information on each component for extra support." B.R. (Oct. 2023)
"Ability to review all course materials during the entire training. And being able to practice multiple times." K.G. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the depth of knowledge and ease of instructions." S.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Good pace. I liked the repetitiveness to embed the knowledge." R.A. (Oct. 2023)
"I appreciated the scoring component tips alongside training each component before full videos." E.H. (Oct. 2023)
"Visual and animated examples of each score were beneficial." R.H. (Oct. 2023)
"I loved that the reliability section could be completed more than one time, to allow for learning within the testing portion." Z.S. (Oct. 2023)
"Practice training sessions with feedback were beneficial." M.B. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the video examples provided and the unlimited practice." E.B. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the step by step instructions and the video comparisons among different scores." Y.C. (Oct. 2023)
"The immediate feedback on why things were right or wrong in the training section was beneficial." B.G. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the multiple check points and resources available to supplement understanding." A.P. (Oct. 2023)
"Ability to work through training at own pace was beneficial. And being able to move between training and testing zones." L.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Liked having guides to help with scoring." S.S. (Oct. 2023)
"I found being able to view animation alongside an x-ray image very helpful. Also the many practice videos has been excellent in allowing me to consolidate my knowledge." R.H. (Sep. 2023)
"I loved the in depth analysis of each component of the swallow. It was beneficial to evaluate all three domains of the swallow. The videos were presented excellently and I liked that they are analyzed in fluoro and color when describing the impairments." E.O. (Sep. 2023)
"I feel so much more confident now in my VFSS interpretation." K.F. (Sep. 2023)
"Lots of exposure to a variety of different VF videos." S.W. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the immediate feedback and the structure of the practice sessions. This training broke down very intimidating and complex information into "bite" sized pieces!" A.A. (Sep. 2023)
"Learning how each component is broken down. I liked the research that was put into the course." M.T. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked all the examples to help train the clinical eye." M.D. (Sep. 2023)
"This course had lots of practice, interesting studies, and helpful step by step guides and support." N.C. (Sep. 2023)
"This training was something I could complete at home on my own time. I really liked that the components were able to be reviewed numerous times to learn, reference, and self-teach as much as necessary." S.Y. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked that each component had its own training section and that video demonstrations were provided for each component." E.B. (Sep. 2023)
"The scoring example videos and guides were very comprehensive." R.G. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the breakdown of the scoring, the videos explaining tips for the training, and the immediate feedback during the Training Zone when you clicked a score. This allowed me to know if I was scoring too late or early." V.O. (Sep. 2023)
"Good video information and layout. I liked the 3 Zones and how each Zone increased independence, and being able to drop back into the zones to refresh on certain items was useful also." L.C. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked everything. The descriptions, video examples, and ability to pace myself." C.L. (Sep. 2023)
"Rigorous study helped create consistency in scoring." C.H. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the breakdown of physiology into components, and the systematic approach to training and reliability testing." E.H. (Aug. 2023)
"I appreciated the explanations of the correct scores, including showing the frame where the score decision was made." E.D. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the guidance document (with pictures of anatomy to show each level of impairment) as this was a great quick reference point to use to familiarize yourself with the level of impairment." B.W. (Aug. 2023)
"Large number of swallow studies available for review. I liked the breakdown of swallow physiology." K.N. (Aug. 2023)
"The animations alongside VF videos was excellent when starting off the training. I liked the number of videos included." K.W. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the mixed media. Really thorough video clips and education. Excellent." K.V. (Aug. 2023)
"The course saves the components that you already passed, so you only have to spend your time focusing on the material that is more difficult for you." H.S. (Aug. 2023)
"The most beneficial parts to me were learning to distinguish between laryngeal elevation and anterior hyoid excursion and learning more detail about the pharyngeal stripping wave." J.C. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the three zones, which were very easy to navigate! I felt like the course was designed to set you up for successfully passing the exam at the end." H.M. (Aug. 2023)
"The progression from learning to training, and then the ability to go back and review the learning components as needed was really helpful." N.E. (Jul. 2023)
"Looking at each domain of the swallow, breaking it down to each component, rather than aspiration or not, was beneficial. I liked that I could discuss each component of swallowing with my patient and the impacts that can have." L.R. (Jul. 2023)
"I appreciated the amount of videos available to practice and get consistent in judging and assessing each component." L.T. (Jul. 2023)
"I've been practicing for 9 years as an acute care clinician and I've never felt this confident about each individual component of the swallow process. I'm looking forward to having more confidence in my assessment of overall swallow impairment and ability to target the appropriate therapeutic interventions based on the individual patient impairment profile." S.R. (Jul. 2023)
"Instant feedback was extremely beneficial." E.L. (Aug. 2023)
"Really helped me refine my eye." E.M. (Jul. 2023)
"Ample amount of videos and variety of deficits amongst them." K.G. (Jul. 2023)
"The ability to go at my own pace, utilize course materials, and learn from home, made this course very appealing. I thought the intro course was a great refresher to set the foundation for this course. I very much appreciated the physiology animation introduced first, which made components easier to spot." M.D. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked standardizing the language to improve communication amongst SLPs." N.S. (Jul. 2023)
"Variety of studies available and the various rating videos to assist in learning were helpful." A.H. (Jul. 2023)
"Course is easy to navigate for specific questions." J.M. (Jul. 2023)
"So many opportunities for practice." T.F. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the breakdown of the oral and pharyngeal swallow domains into components - it helped deepen understanding of the musculature used for swallowing given the ratings rather than purely subjective interpretations." M.L. (Jun. 2023)
"Ability to look at all the swallow studies of various types and slow them down to visualize frame by frame was beneficial." M.T. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the structure and the consistency." C.G. (Jun. 2023)
"Clear and methodical. I liked the definitions of each swallow component." K.B. (Jun. 2023)
"Well done course. Multiple options for learning about each component of the swallow. I especially liked and benefited from the feedback that was given after selecting a component score throughout the training zone." N.R. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the immediate feedback and rationale regarding accuracy of my responses in the training zone." K.K. (Jun. 2023)
"Lots of hands on rating practice." H.S. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the interactional element. And ability to do this on my own time and that you can go back and view videos over and over again. Liked the additional help videos, very useful." V.S. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the different approaches to learn: by video, and the detailed descriptions and the key points to remember highlighted when a section wasn’t passed." J.S. (Jun. 2023)
"The sheer scope of material for visual training is absolutely priceless. I also think it's critical in correlating our observations with verbal descriptions." J.T. (Jun. 2023)
"Multiple videos of different patient cases were beneficial. Also I enjoyed having a case history on patients." N.C. (May 2023)
"I liked the many opportunities for training, especially for each component and the scoring guide that is available from the beginning until the end." Z.L. (May 2023)
"I liked being able to continue to review and refine my interpretation reliability by reviewing examples, instructions, guide sheets, etc. Being able to complete this course over a couple months of time allowed for deeper learning and retention of the information because I was recalling it often over that longer duration." A.B. (May 2023)
"The training zone was beneficial. I feel like it prepared me for the final test!" M.C. (May 2023)
"I liked the organization of the material. The way things were broken down to learn the material, differentiate the scores, and the exceptions to the scoring." S.B. (May 2023)
"The content is well organized, and the explanations are clear." W.D. (May 2023)
"I was able to hone in on different components of the swallow better since taking this course." S.T. (May 2023)
"I liked the aspects of this training that assist in drawing attention at different stages, especially for someone new to MBS." R.S. (May 2023)
"I feel so much more confident about the anatomy of structures I am seeing with VFSS." A.B. (May 2023)
"This was a good course to fine tune your VFSS abilities." A.G. (May 2023)
"I liked the ability to go back and review the training modules. Course layout and format were helpful." A.M. (May 2023)
"I liked how this protocol provided terminology to describe observations. Course reviewed physiology well and discussed normal variations and surrogate measures." J.D. (May 2023)
"This training is incredibly thorough and absolutely makes me feel confident in my ability to evaluate an MBSS in my actual practice. I love that I can come back and use the resources whenever I need as well, and refresh my understanding of the different components in so many different ways." E.V. (Apr. 2023)
"Detailed interactive videos regarding each component were beneficial." J.B. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the quality of the material, video, documentation for each component and the fact that it is available for consultation during training and after." S.V. (Apr. 2023)
"The educational voice-overs really helped me understand why certain components were scored the way they were." A.Z. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the clear and detailed information and resources. And the fact that it is presented in a way that encourages the practice and development of skills of observation, rather than an expectation to 'get it right first time'." L.K. (Apr. 2023)
"Breaking down the physiological markers to assist with scoring was beneficial." K.T. (Apr. 2023)
"Allowed me to see real examples and compare different MBSSs to each other. I liked that extra help is offered per section." S.R. (Apr. 2023)
"Incorporated a variety of teaching methods (instructional videos, readings, and hands-on practice) to help solidify and consolidate learning. I also appreciated that upon completion of the reliability testing, one only had to re-rest on those components scored below 80%." C.L. (Apr. 2023)
"I enjoyed the examples and hands-on practicing prior to the reliability portion. I also enjoyed how it was a go at your own pace training." J.M. (Apr. 2023)
"This course had very clear studies and good training materials. It was clear and concise." J.M. (Apr. 2023)
"Extremely well explained. The written materials supplemented the videos so well." C.C. (Mar. 2023)
"This is a good training tool for studying the swallow mechanism. I liked the case studies in the training. I agree with and will use the Protocol in my studies at work." A.K. (Mar. 2023)
"This course was very detailed and comprehensive. It will definitely help me to catch things that I haven't caught before. I feel better trained to be looking out for aspects of the swallow that I hadn't looked as closely at in the past. I also really appreciate how many example videos are available and just how much training is involved before completing the reliability section. Thank you for all of the time you put into this!" T.W. (Mar. 2023)
"I appreciated the multiple modes of learning material, including videos, still images of fluoro, and animations with scoring hints." L.C. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the feedback in the training zone to identify the best frame to look at the correct answer and to understand why." J.B. (Mar. 2023)
"This course was excellent. Numerous videos reflecting specific scores and functional correlation of these ratings." E.W. (Mar. 2023)
"The review of how to view the different components of swallow deficit was incredible and definitely assisted in a more reliable interpretation of swallow impairment. The understanding of the AP view and interpretation was very helpful and the examples were pertinent." B.C. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the opportunities for practice and breaking things down in a step by step approach." N.P. (Mar. 2023)
"The way the training was set out was fantastic. The variety of training videos was excellent and the resources well set out and very useful!" B.D. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the breakdown of each component of the swallow and the multiple examples." K.R. (Mar. 2023)
"The course was very thorough. I liked the breakdown of all the different parts of swallowing to consider when interpreting MBSS." L.W. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked that the full-exam examples included medical history and s/s of swallowing difficulties." M.M. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the multi-step learning process and being able to take the information I learned and applying it to the case studies." K.P. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the interactive content, and the fact I could do it when I had time." A.P. (Mar. 2023)
"The animated feedback with visual cues during the training zone to increase understanding of why it was incorrect was really helpful." M.M. (Mar. 2023)
"I enjoyed the opportunity to review various VFSS to differentiate between anatomical structures across patients." K.B. (Mar. 2023)
"Tons of practice with MBS videos." J.B. (Mar. 2023)
"The supporting example videos were very useful for cementing knowledge." L.J. (Mar. 2023)
"I appreciated having the variety of examples to learn from along with the opportunities to practice and learn simultaneously as I went through the course, looking at each component." S.M. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the amount of training and practice opportunities provided." N.C. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked how MBSImP focuses on our job more as swallow specialists, and reporting about the function, safety, and efficiency of the swallow rather than the old-school mindset of "aspiration police." C.K. (Feb. 2023)
"The design of the whole platform is excellent. I felt the use of animations simultaneous to the VFS images was a really good way of teaching VFS." A.G. (Feb. 2023)
"Excellent teaching resources - videos, PDF summaries and FAQs." R.P. (Feb. 2023)
"Improved my familiarity and comfort with assessing components of swallowing physiology. I liked the training guides, video examples, and video feedback in training zone." D.Z. (Feb. 2023)
"Training different components step by step. Easy to follow through." K.K. (Feb. 2023)
"Lots of repetition, animations as well as videos to aid learning." N.M. (Feb. 2023)
"Easy to use platform. Love that the video player had different options for playback, to be able to slow it down and analyze." R.M. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked how you could go back and review any of the videos from the training or learning zone." H.L. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the animations, overview videos, training and learning zone videos with feedback." B.B. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked that you can keep going back to the training areas for additional review. It took awhile to view the material in a different way (I have been doing MBS for 20 years), but by retraining my old eyes, I think it has improved the way I look at the study. I think it has tremendous value for anyone just starting out. I have a CF that took the course as a student and came in with more MBS knowledge than someone with more experience." C.B. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked having several different swallow studies to score and ability to rewatch and retake test." V.M. (Feb. 2023)
"Course provided lots of examples and plenty of practice." T.L. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the training videos with side-by-side tutorials." B.B. (Feb. 2023)
"Unlimited time to complete and the ability to go over as many times as needed." R.F. (Feb. 2023)
"Ability to return to learning & training zones at any time throughout training and to review between test attempts." J.C. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked all of the resources to help with distinguishing between scores and what nuances to look out for." N.E. (Feb. 2023)
"Multiple videos to review and detailed descriptions." C.Y. (Feb. 2023)
"Animations to go along with the video examples, to clearly understand the physiology. The structure of the learning: starting simple, then stepping up. Ability to go back through the learning and practice zones as needed. Examples of each score within each component." K.R. (Feb. 2023)
"All of the materials were SO helpful! The visuals, diagrams and live x-ray clips paired together were very supportive in learning." A.B. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the intensity of the program, specifically all of the details of the swallowing mechanism to master the swallowing components. I will be able to utilize these components for my practice. I sincerely appreciate the diligence and detail which the MBSImP offers. It has been a thorough educational and learning experience." E.B. (Jan. 2023)
"Great resources of videos and written explanation and the training format overall was excellent." K.B. (Jan. 2023)
"The videos with examples of each one of the scores, not only with animation but in MBS format too were very helpful." M.L. (Jan. 2023)
"Evaluation method was very conducive to learning the material and assumptions you make when scoring." R.C. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the single swallow studies and then full studies. I found the training very thorough, although lengthy at times, it was a really comprehensive course and I am so glad I enrolled." E.W. (Jan. 2023)
"Liked the establishment of a standardized protocol for MBS." L.W. (Jan. 2023)
"Extensive practice with MBSS clips/studies." L.V. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the multiple training/practice opportunities with single bolus presentations that then progressed to full studies." R.E. (Jan. 2023)
"I am transitioning into acute care and this course was a helpful refresher on completing instrumental assessments. The course was very thorough." A.Y. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the training zone, and the scoring guides to go with it." C.R. (Jan. 2023)
"Review of the physiology, and detailed description of each component was beneficial." I.R. (Jan. 2023)
"The ability to work at my own pace and being able to review training information as needed. I also really appreciated only having to go back and complete the sections that were scored less than 80% in the reliability zone." L.M. (Jan. 2023)
"I appreciated the opportunity for unlimited reviewing as I improved my skills." S.B. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the quantity and different types of videos which are good for learning and reviewing MBSS." C.G. (Jan. 2023)
"I normally do not look at an AP view due to trying to minimize time and radiation exposure. This training opened my eyes to the benefits of the AP view." S.F. (Jan. 2023)
"Loved the videos and the training materials." M.M. (Jan. 2023)
"This course offered immediate feedback about the accuracy of my scoring." S.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Immediate feedback during practice testing." K.C. (Jan. 2023)
"Videofluoroscopy next to animations was a wonderful way to understand what to look for." M.B. (Jan. 2023)
"I loved how this course took you step by step to really understand the anatomy and physiology of the swallowing mechanism. I loved that it allowed me to continue to go through the videos if there was something I wasn't quite understanding." A.H. (Jan. 2023)
"I really liked the freedom of working on and completing course at my own pace." K.B. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the variety of studies shown in this course. And mention of normal variations of swallowing and multiple verbiage for describing key observation points." K.H. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked how flexible course was to work through the training sections. Able to fit into busy clinical caseload." G.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Best course I have taken in 19 years." Y.R. (Dec. 2022)
"The self study format allows for one to complete training on one's own timeline and provides the ability to review all education materials, as needed. Information was presented clearly and effectively." K.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked that I could redo training and the many examples. The explanations were clear." D.T. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked that each component of the swallowing mechanism was discussed in detail and that I will now be able to accurately describe each component in my future documentation." C.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Thorough and hands-on practice. I am a very hands-on and visual learner so I appreciate this approach." K.A. (Dec. 2022)
"The fluoro scoring example videos were extremely beneficial. I found these to be more helpful in my decision-making than the illustrations." C.P. (Dec. 2022)
"The individual scoring guides for each component as well as the animations were invaluable!" S.D. (Dec. 2022)
"I really benefitted from the multiple methods of training and observation of the different scores within every component. By this I mean the computer generated visuals combined with the actual fluoro images that coincide. It was also very helpful to have all of the training materials available as you go along. I am a visual learner, so this helped me a lot." H.C. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the way the swallow is broken apart into components. It helps me to look at the swallow in a more detailed way." E.K. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the breakdown of each component at the beginning of the course followed by direct application of knowledge." M.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the ability to re-take the reliability test by sections in order to assist in learning and education." L.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I really liked the clinical cases presented in the training portions to go along with the studies. I feel like there was a good variety of studies used as well." A.F. (Dec. 2022)
"Although I didn't pass components during initial testing, I found being able to re-take those components provided more practice and therefore improved my skills in assessing those specific components. I find this to be one of the strengths of the way this course is presented/completed." A.K. (Dec. 2022)
"Lots of opportunities for practice and feedback." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the number of examples, tips, helpful hints, etc that were available." K.M. (Nov. 2022)
"The video examples were very useful and helpful." H.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Lots of opportunities for practice and learning with instant feedback!" K.B. (Nov. 2022)
"The intensive training zone was really beneficial." S.S. (Nov. 2022)
"I like that it is interactive. Lots of practice with the components. It is an amazing learning package. The videos and animations are incredibly helpful. Very quick to respond to questions and provide feedback." J.W. (Nov. 2022)
"This course taught me how to evaluate the swallowing process in a much more precise and standardized manner." K.P. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the thorough handouts provided to aid in appropriate scoring. The descriptions of what, when, where, and nuances were helpful in further understanding." L.S. (Nov. 2022)
"I enjoyed the real life and realistic application of the diagnosing deficits in oropharyngeal swallow function." J.N. (Nov. 2022)
"I like that it breaks down the physiology of the swallow which is great for guiding treatment plans and for educating families in the inpatient setting." R.C. (Nov. 2022)
"I do think this course is the best we have, for now, for MBSS. I think it is rigorous and there are clearly a lot of example videos and resources to help." H.G. (Nov. 2022)
"Good instructional videos. Ample chance to practice skills. I think this is the most effective way to learn to interpret VFS images without a 1:1 instructor inside a clinic. These skills will be transferable to the clinic." J.W. (Nov. 2022)
"Loved the training zone and being able to check your answers/understanding before evaluating on the reliability zone." T.C. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the variety of studies shown and the explanations with each part detailing the area or frame that showed deficits." C.S. (Nov. 2022)
"I like the video simulations for training purposes." J.C. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked how the learning was set up with a short teaching video and practice rating." E.T. (Nov. 2022)
"The thorough practice and reference materials were good." C.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Plenty of video examples throughout the training to help you in recognizing each component." K.T. (Nov. 2022)
"I like the training zone practice (i.e., the amount of practice before the reliability zone) and the functions of the course (e.g., ability to pause / reverse / move frame by frame)." M.H. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked being able to do it in my own time scale. The training zone is fab!" H.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Lots of examples, good videos." F.E. (Nov. 2022)
"Self-paced training and unlimited test takes." J.D. (Nov. 2022)
"I appreciated the videos being shuffled and exchanged during the reliability testing." M.R. (Nov. 2022)
"This really helped especially as at times there were long periods of time between when I was able to retest, so it was nice to have a refresher." C.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Very clear videos and feedback." V.L. (Nov. 2022)
"Being able to watch a ton of MBSS videos. I learned a lot by the breakdown of steps." J.M. (Nov. 2022)
"The examples and hints with additional videos were good." A.M. (Nov. 2022)
"I like that the course is self-paced, good overview, and information." T.A. (Nov. 2022)
"The resources are great to review, go back over and the end product allows continuity and better communication between different sites/slps and to referral sources!!" M.B. (Nov. 2022)
"There is an extensive training portion." B.L. (Nov. 2022)
"I like the ability to review the materials and the visuals (video and images) were very helpful. I appreciated that there's no deadline to complete this course." I.B. (Oct. 2022)
"The option to take reliability test several times was nice." N.A. (Oct. 2022)
"All the examples and the step-by-step guidance were good." D.H. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked that it was very challenging and included a wide variety of swallowing impairments, but that the learning and training portions were thorough and comprehensive." J.B. (Oct. 2022)
"This course was an excellent reminder of primary physiological components of a swallow I should be paying attention to during assessment." D.J. (Oct. 2022)
"I like that it was broken down into phases and gave you the opportunity to view them at each phase and then in completion." L.C. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the MBS videos and the animated visuals side by side. Very helpful." K.G. (Oct. 2022)
"I like how it was broken down into the three separate areas which made the learning seem more achievable." S.L. (Oct. 2022)
"The ability to review and go back and review during the reliability testing was good." B.M. (Oct. 2022)
"Very challenging course but worth the time and effort. As a seasoned clinician with many years completing MBS studies, this training has helped me view the oral, pharyngeal, and esophageal portions of the swallow in a new way. It has also provided new terminology that is very useful for discussion and report writing." J.H. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the training zones with the immediate feedback and the scoring tips w/ examples." C.G. (Oct. 2022)
"I do feel like I can now be consistent with other/newer SLPs. I also like that this objective information will make it much easier for me to train newer SLPs who join my place of work." M.S. (Oct. 2022)
"It was good practice looking at the pharyngeal stripping wave (which I haven't considered as much in the past)." E.L. (Oct. 2022)
"The amount of swallows I analyzed solidified my knowledge of structure and function of the swallowing system. I thought the layout of the course (3 zones) was great for learning. The sheer AMOUNT of swallows I analyzed made me understand the anatomy completely." E.T. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the build-up from single studies to full studies. And the fact I could go back to single studies for review." L.R. (Oct. 2022)
"Multiple opportunities to review both anatomical videos and real case studies of radiographs. I appreciated not having a strict timeframe to complete the training, it was great to go at my own pace." C.E. (Oct. 2022)
"Great to have the opportunity to refer back over materials, review understanding of function, and reflect on anatomy and key points of focus/change." D.H. (Oct. 2022)
"Multiple opportunities to practice across the different zones. I really liked the feedback that popped up in the training zone that explained why a certain component scored that way and provided the frame #. I also liked that I only had to re-test on specific components vs repeating the entire test." L.M. (Oct. 2022)
"Excellent video, written materials, helpful breakdown of single swallow, then full study with hints and instant right/wrong with pointers of where to look back." J.D. (Oct. 2022)
"Good explanations are given before the start of exam." M.T. (Oct. 2022)
"I enjoyed the feedback given during the training modules. The resources provided are also helpful (e.g., report templates, guide, etc.)." M.P. (Oct. 2022)
"I enjoyed the structured three "zones". I found it helpful to go back to the learning zone when I wasn't able to achieve 80% on a few of the components in the reliability zone." J.T. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the clear examples, descriptions, and learning and training zones." A.C. (Oct. 2022)
"The immediate feedback on the components during the training zone was very beneficial to learning." P.C. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked how there were several different types of swallows covered (e.g., with tubes, bicycle-chain jaws, etc)." S.C. (Oct. 2022)
"Very thorough. Great supporting documents." S.G. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the abundant examples with fluoro AND computer-generated imagining. The PDFs of individual components were also helpful." A.G. (Oct. 2022)
"Many videos to study for detailed information related to the components." P.R. (Oct. 2022)
"I loved all of the example videos to interpret." M.L. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the step by step videos of all anatomical structures and the repetition to ensure learning." H.J.-R. (Oct. 2022)
"It is comprehensive and very detailed." J.W. (Oct. 2022)
"The multiple training options leading up to the assessment area were helpful." C.P. (Oct. 2022)
"I enjoyed having the different levels of the task and increasing my knowledge throughout this." H.T. (Sept. 2022)
"I appreciate the high level of reliability needed for course completion." B.P.C. (Sept. 2022)
"I like the visuals and seeing MBS studies repeatedly." A.C. (Sept. 2022)
"I appreciated the scoring guides and being able to jump back to each component as I needed to. It was also very helpful to have components checked off as I met 80% reliability." M.H. (Sept. 2022)
"Pairing the video clips with the verbal explanations to demonstrate components were good." M.P. (Sept. 2022)
"The tutorials were amazing!" C.M. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked how through this training is." J.P. (Sept. 2022)
"The verbal explanations of sections with examples with fluoro were helpful." A.W. (Sept. 2022)
"I learned a ton and it has improved my MBS skills immensely." R.B. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked that there were powerpoint presentations and scoring guides that could easily be printed for reference." N.V. (Sept. 2022)
"The information is valuable and gives me the opportunity to improve my practice patterns. I liked the numerous opportunities I was given to test and retest. It has been many years since my first attempt and NSS kept its word that I would have unlimited opportunities." L.T. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the ability to go at my own pace." E.M. (Sept. 2022)
"Multiple examples and views of each component to form a good basis of knowledge." H.B. (Sept. 2022)
"Being able to go over and recap training components was nice." A.B. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the education and training for specific components of the swallow." N.S. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the practice videos and the detailed explanation to start the course." J.P. (Sept. 2022)
"The instruction is laid out perfectly for successful completion of this course." M.T. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the simple explanations." M.I. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked being able to practice and being provided the videos of examples and explanations." S.L. (Sept. 2022)
"Very clear descriptors accompanied by videos helped to refine my scoring skills. I liked the different zones - it takes a while but it definitely hones the scoring skills." K.A. (Sept. 2022)
"I appreciated the detailed breakdown into 17 components. It is an excellent resource for new clinicians to learn the anatomy and physiology of the swallow, and is also helpful for seasoned clinicians to brush up on skills and do a refresher." E.C. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the way the course was divided into three sections." J.V. (Sept. 2022)
"The physiology and repetition/practice was good." C.H. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked all of the available reference materials." T.R. (Sept. 2022)
"The way this course is structured was very good." B.A.M. (Sept. 2022)
"The ability to go back in all stages and review the feedback under each video in the Training Zone is very helpful." R.R. (Sept. 2022)
"I like that this training helps to better identify the severity of swallowing functions." E.P. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the handouts, and the feedback with which frame something occurred." T.C. (Sept. 2022)
"Even though I have been doing swallow studies for years, this forces me to look at some areas in a different or more specific manner." V.F. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the practical training of this course. Even though it took me awhile to complete the components, it was highly effective at helping me feel confident in reading swallow studies." K.M. (Aug. 2022)
"The 17 components allowed me to understand how to interpret impairments in swallowing function and identify normal swallowing." K.B. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked how I could review the materials as many times as I needed to. I also liked that I could do it at my own pace." J.D. (Aug. 2022)
"I like the overall review on anatomy and dynamic aspects of oropharyngeal swallow function." S.P. (Aug. 2022)
"There was lots of practice and explanation." K.G. (Aug. 2022)
"The consistent practice opportunities were helpful." C.A. (Aug. 2022)
"I enjoyed the detailed video samples." R.L. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the thorough explanations of scoring and the ability to return to the training zone as often as needed." K.E. (Aug. 2022)
"There were several videos to practice with, varying degrees of oral and pharyngeal dysphagia. Opportunities to retest." J.L. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the scoring tips interactive area." J.J. (Aug. 2022)
"I really enjoyed the learning and training zones including the breakdown of swallowing anatomy, additional examples, scoring tips and the ability to redo portions of the learning zone as much as you want for additional practice." A.G. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the superior video graphics, presentations, and animations. The division of learner, training, and reliability should be considered excellent with ample opportunities to rewatch videos. The technical system was nearly flawless." R.P. (Aug. 2022)
"All the hands on rating and feedback was nice." C.D. (Aug. 2022)
"The ability to go between training, practice, and testing was good." K.L. (Aug. 2022)
"There were plenty of opportunities to practice." F.A. (Aug. 2022)
"The explanation in the training zone as to why an answer is what it is and giving the exact frame to support it was helpful." L.D. (Aug. 2022)
"Concrete examples and explanations." S.K. (Aug. 2022)
"I like how detail oriented every section was. It really helped me learn more than I already knew about certain areas of the swallow." A.G. (Aug. 2022)
"The three modules helped me learn the concepts better and gave flexibility for self learning." T.D. (Aug. 2022)
"It is nice being able to flux between the learning, training and reliability zones, especially for testing/retesting and honing skills." C.M. (Aug. 2022)
"Instructions are clearly presented, material thorough and easy to follow." P.B. (Aug. 2022)
"I like the many examples given, and especially the Training Zone where it points out the exact slide to back up the score. I also appreciate that you can retake only the ones you need to work on rather than having to redo the whole thing." R.W. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked that the training allowed you to practice scoring 15 different swallow studies with immediate feedback before you entered the reliability zone. Having the direct feedback in the training zone allowed me to look back and see what I was missing." E.W. (Aug. 2022)
"The breakdown of the physiological function is excellent for identifying treatment goals. Too many times I see VFSS results blankly stating aspiration/penetration. This protocol and scoring system is a wonderful tool for expanding the knowledge we can provide on swallow function. The decrease in fluoro time with the vast amount of data we can collect is great." A.C. (Aug. 2022)
"The large amount of examples/practice were good." S.P. (Aug. 2022)
"The video examples and scoring hints helped tremendously." M.C. (Aug. 2022)
"I like all the resources available and how you could always go back to the learning zone and re-teach yourself if needed." E.W. (Aug. 2022)
"The video examples were good." L.A. (Aug. 2022)
"The course allows you to get very familiar with impairments." V.N. (Aug. 2022)
"The interactive training zone was very beneficial to my learning. I liked being able to practice scoring real studies, with immediate feedback." H.L. (Aug. 2022)
"Many examples, lots of opportunity for practice, explanations of common scoring errors." J.B. (Aug. 2022)
"Good review of swallowing anatomy and physiology-Introduction of some new swallowing aspects to take into account that I did not do so before (e.g., component 12)-Immediate feedback for the Training Zone, and opportunities to review and repeat full case study scoring (helped me improve my scoring accuracy, speed, and understanding of certain components with practice) -The various handouts, video tutorials, and materials we had/have access to-Thank you for the time, work, and effort put into making this resource available to clinicians and researchers working with pts with swallowing and swallowing disorders." D.P.-B. (Aug. 2022)
"All the resources to assist with learning were good." C.E. (Aug. 2022)
"The videos of multiple swallows was good." G.S. (Aug. 2022)
"I like the repetitive practice and access to training stimulus as you complete the course." J.V. (Aug. 2022)
"Very thorough and well explained in training section." C.C. (July 2022)
"It was very very difficult but I feel like I learned so much with the repeated practice and watching the scoring videos multiple times." S.J. (July 2022)
"I felt the supportive materials were very beneficial in breaking down the scoring in a concise manner." J.U. (July 2022)
"I like the stepwise process from learning to training to reliability, and the option to go back and redo the training as needed." R.B. (July 2022)
"The staged approach through learning, training and reliability testing was good." L.R. (July 2022)
"I like the standardized approach that is attempted here. I learned more about the areas in a very precise manner. It is an improvement over my 25 years in practice." M.B. (July 2022)
"I like the videos with both x-ray and animation." K.P. (July 2022)
"I really appreciated the training zone with the graphics to aid in identifying structures and clarifying scores. I appreciated the feedback in response to questions posed." Z.B. (July 2022)
"I enjoyed having the swallow by swallow practice as well as the full swallow practice and then the option to retest on the reliability zone." M.R. (July 2022)
"I appreciated the number of practice opportunities." L.F. (July 2022)
"I liked the ability to go back and forth and check on areas you weren't strong on." S.T. (July 2022)
"I feel like the course gave me good vocabulary to improve my report writing." B.V. (July 2022)
"I liked the available references and images to assist. I think it was very beneficial that the scoring was by component vs by person/case because it allowed me to better learn what to look for." A.L. (July 2022)
"I liked that there were plenty of opportunities for practice. I liked the flow of the course as well (learning, training, then reliability)." R.H. (July 2022)
"I like the no time constraints, availability of materials, scoring guides, and variety of examples." L.E. (July 2022)
"I liked the immediate feedback in the training zone." A.W. (July 2022)
"I liked the reliability portion of the training in order to support the standardization of protocol." A.M. (July 2022)
"Good standardization and clear visualization of training materials." R.R. (July 2022)
"Training for calibrated VFS analysis with plenty of rehearsal was good." K.Y. (July 2022)
"I liked the various examples of swallows including NG, trach, hardware etc." H.S. (July 2022)
"I liked the videos." M.R. (July 2022)
"I really liked the videos prior to initiating the learning zones. I also liked how many studies you needed to complete before the real test." A.G. (June 2022)
"I enjoyed how easy it was to repeatedly access training material." R.B. (June 2022)
"I like that this is an objective way to score VFSS. It honed my analytical eye and my critical thinking for writing reports." B.O. (June 2022)
"Liked the side-by-side animations with fluoro." R.C. (June 2022)
"The ability to pace yourself and review as much as needed without penalty was nice." B.D. (June 2022)
"I appreciated how the Validity Zone was structured given the ability to retest on components scored under a certain threshold." C.M. (June 2022)
"I like that I was able to complete at own pace." L.B. (June 2022)
"Training to score pharyngeal stage of swallowing is very useful." S.L. (June 2022)
"I liked having access to the training tools and resources during the testing." E.S. (June 2022)
"The ability to practice certain areas which are more difficult after not passing in the reliability zone were good." H.B. (June 2022)
"Technologically easy to use, picks up right where you left off (I got interrupted multiple times by my kids)." J.B. (June 2022)
"The ability to revisit any component at any point and the availability of resources to refer to was great!" E.A. (June 2022)
"I liked the training zone. I feel like that helped me determine what was a correct score or not." L.K. (June 2022)
"I like the standardization of MBS procedures video examples." D.S. (June 2022)
"Very structured learning method. Very good video's and information! Compliments!!" F.S. (June 2022)
"The different modules and trainings were so helpful!" A.H. (June 2022)
"Great interface with easy controls. I also REALLY appreciate the time someone took to ensure my work would be saved. No matter what." P.O. (June 2022)
"That I discovered new ways to measure the function and efficiency of fluoroscopic swallow studies after 30 years of practice!" E.C. (June 2022)
"Immediate feedback & helpful hints in the training zone were nice." C.H.(June 2022)
"Quality of the teaching, quality of the videos, being able to flit between learning and training were great!" K.C. (June 2022)
"The course provides real life situations when faced with a MBSS in acute care. I love that it is real and functional." A.T. (June 2022)
"Clear step by step progression, ability to review previous sections when needed and handy tips were good." R.P. (June 2022)
"I feel that this course was effective in breaking up the swallow function (entire study) into concise phases/components to improve visualization and rating of swallow." J.B. (June 2022)
"A lot of MBS examples to rate and practice. Clear explanation of how to come up with the suggested rating." S.M.K. (June 2022)
"I really liked the interactive value of the training and in various ways - swallow-by-swallow and full study which allowed for a lot of repetition which I found is really necessary with learning all of the nuances of this training. I also appreciated having all of the help/support documents. I used everything available and repeatedly throughout the course to and including the very end!" C.W. (June 2022)
"Very useful in being more descriptive in report writing so the next therapist has all of the information they need. Excellent way to break down all components of the swallow." L.B. (June 2022)
"Lots of examples and explanations!" M.M. (June 2022)
"Huge amount of practice. Showing on the screen what you were looking for with lines and texts really helps you." S.R. (June 2022)
"I loved how emailing the customer support for additional help resulted in a swift reply and significantly helped me improve my scoring." A.R. (June 2022)
"I love that there are ways to learn, train and then execute your knowledge. The repetition made me lose my mind, but I learned so much!" H.A. (June 2022)
"Training Zone was great to go back and forth to from the Reliability zone to really learn specific components. Love that once you accurately rate a component you don't have to keep doing it as well." W.P. (June 2022)
"I liked all the training modules and the immediate feedback. It was also helpful to be able to go back to rewatch the overview and example videos while doing the training and reliability portions." A.F. (May 2022)
"I like how the course was organized, going through each zones and then through the reliability zone. I felt the training zone set me up to succeed in the reliability zone because of how many different practice MBSSs you have to go through." R.L. (May 2022)
"Very thorough, with extensive practice at all levels to ensure confidence and competence." L.S. (May 2022)
"I enjoyed the detail to every aspect of the swallow!" M.L.B. (May 2022)
"I liked how interactive the course was and very educational material." B.W. (May 2022)
"I appreciated the example scoring videos." J.F. (May 2022)
"Lots of practice examples to facilitate and consolidate learning." E.C. (May 2022)
"I appreciated the ability to go between modules -- if there was an area I was having difficulty with on the reliability section, I liked going back to the learning/training sections to practice/improve my performance." C.G. (May 2022)
"To be able to keep the components passed and only have to re-rate the swallows for the components with scores of was nice." M.G. (May 2022)
"Erin provided fantastic support and some additional teaching modules. Her help was valuable beyond measure." L.L. (May 2022)
"I like being able to write/draw on the quick component score/definition page and take notes as I studied." O.D. (May 2022)
"Overall, I found the course to be educational and useful." M.R. (May 2022)
"Wow. Very comprehensive & I plan to use immediately for my VFSS studies." A.H. (May 2022)
"I enjoyed the supports available when I was stuck on certain components." M.L. (May 2022)
"I thought this training gave great insight and review of anatomy and physiology of musculature/structures required for swallowing." K.A. (May 2022)
"I enjoyed the breakdown of each component." H.S. (May 2022)
"Detailed rich and meticulous explanation step-by-step training, strict assessment." H.H. (May 2022)
"I like the ability to go back and replay videos and re-visit training." E.M. (May 2022)
"Lots of opportunities to practice and really embed the principles. I liked the immediate feedback in the training zone." S.B. (May 2022)
"The side by side videos showing VFSS and animation and scoring tips were also helpful." B.M. (May 2022)
"I loved the ability to study at my own pace and the ability to review previous videos as needed. The print out material was great!" J.G. (May 2022)
"Improved understanding of a p of swallow mechanism, I felt there were gaps in my learning in graduate school and this helped fill those gaps as I am not working in acute care and will be conducting my own instrumental assessments." A.P. (May 2022)
"The amount of content and ability to go back to the learning and training zones throughout was great." N.A. (May 2022)
"I feel that the best part of this training is the opportunity to break each section down (i.e., swallow by swallow as well as full studies). I felt that this made it more of a "real" simulation and eased us on into the reliability section." A.L. (April 2022)
"I like the different stages to move through, building confidence and then applying the skills in the final stage." A.J. (April 2022)
"I liked how thorough each portion was. Each training broke down the components section by section to provide clinicians w/ a better understanding of exactly where a deficit may be and to prepare clinicians with therapy implications." S.E. (April 2022)
"I liked the learning zone." A.H. (April 2022)
"I like the learning process that is divided into the three zones, the possibility to log on/off and take the course when you have time, the opportunity to re-test only the components that were scored under 80%, and the animation videos of swallow." A.K. (April 2022)
"I like the quality of training observation skills." K.W. (April 2022)
"Immediate feedback on the training was very helpful. Overall I really enjoyed the entire training." T.K. (April 2022)
"The immediate feedback in the training zone with an explanation including frame numbers was so helpful for learning what I did wrong." S.B. (April 2022)
"I like all the resources to understand the scoring and the individual and full study training section! The anatomy overview was also helpful." C.F. (April 2022)
"I liked the printout materials that were provided." F.G. (April 2022)
"I like how there is a very detailed explanation on how the rating should be done case by case." C.Y. (April 2022)
"I like the computer-generated images alongside MBS." A.G. (April 2022)
"I like the clear description of each component. The videos were necessary and helpful. Loved learning about a reliable and systematic method of measuring swallows." E.F. (April 2022)
"I liked being able to go back to the previous training if I had questions about ratings. I also found it very helpful to have explanations for the scorings during the practice. At the beginning of the course, it was also nice to have both the illustration and real-life examples of each scoring component." M.P. (April 2022)
"I liked all of the supplemental information we had access to in order to review specific modules with even more detail." C.M. (April 2022)
"The learning zone is helpful with anatomy review and in-depth discussion and visualization of swallow components." A.C. (April 2022)
"Great real-life studies and practice. Extremely challenging which hopefully will help build my confidence as a clinician and diagnostician." F.S. (April 2022)
"The specific videos to help with training helped with watching multiple components of the swallow and allowed me to feel more confident in my skills." A.M. (April 2022)
"I liked the extra scoring example videos and PDFs!" E.C. (April 2022)
"The training module was great." K.M. (March 2022)
"I liked the review of the anatomy." J.S. (March 2022)
"I enjoyed the training zone with detailed explanations." A.B. (March 2022)
"There were many opportunities to practice the components several times." V.L. (March 2022)
"In the training zone, I love the idea that the correct answers were given immediately. Also, the animations were great." A.C. (March 2022)
"I enjoyed the guided videos, watching others score was helpful. I liked self-pacing." L.W. (March 2022)
"Very systematic training! Very fruitful! It is good to have animation together with fluoroscopic view of the same swallow simultaneously. It's clear and helps us to understand better." J.L. (March 2022)
"I love the components and how easy everything it was to complete on my own time." A.G. (March 2022)
"I appreciated the ability to further evaluate the components of the swallow." E.B. (March 2022)
"The clear explanation and real VFSS examples during the learning zone were excellent. This course has definitely helped me improve my documentation skills in report writing." M.S. (March 2022)
"Even though it is time-consuming, I really enjoyed how in-depth it was and also how it gradually increased in how much you were using the knowledge as the course progressed." M.J. (March 2022)
"The opportunities to review the course as many times as I liked. I liked the animation in addition to the VF images. The course was easy to navigate after a few initial errors on my account." S.W. (March 2022)
"I loved all the repetitions of the swallow studies and the scoring help videos! " J.H. (Mar. 2022)
"I loved the review of how to break down each area of the swallow and giving it some quantitative data." K.A. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the three sections (learning zone, training zone, reliability zone)." M.S. (Mar. 2022)
"Good variety of clinical presentations. Option to save as you go along to complete in small sections. Introductory videos provided a good level of information for someone new to videofluoroscopies." M.S. (Mar. 2022)
"I like the multiple training zones." Z.S. (Mar. 2022)
"I enjoyed all the training videos along with the ability to access the training videos during the test." J.B. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the conference-style explanations for each component. The powerpoints were not as helpful for me." V.B. (Mar. 2022)
"The quality of the anatomy diagrams paired with the videofluoroscopy examples. The scoring example videos were very helpful!! I love that this course material is still accessible for review after course completion. Thank you." R.S. (Mar. 2022)
"Comprehensive and made me look at areas of the swallow that I didn't always pay attention to." A.S. (Mar. 2022)
"The quality of the anatomy diagrams paired with the videofluoroscopy examples. The scoring example videos were very helpful!! I love that this course material is still accessible for review after course completion. Thank you." J.S. (Mar. 2022)
"The layout and easy access to videos during training and testing for review." S.M. (Feb. 2022)
"The organization of the training including the different zones, all the training videos were good." J.H. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the ability to review all 3 portions of the experience as needed, that is, the learning zone was always available to review during the reliability. I also appreciated the practice of only retesting portions that needed review and retesting. That helped me understand my weaknesses and where I needed to check for scoring tips I missed." M.S. (Feb. 2022)
"The training is very detailed and helps to identify location points that are very difficult to identify." M.S. (Feb. 2022)
"The training zone really helped apply the knowledge to understand each component." M.M. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked that it directly relates to my everyday practice and will help me moving forward." A.S. (Feb. 2022)
"Great exposure to lots of different case studies and videos- great for learning, and excellent resources to supplement the assessment." O.E. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked having videos with the lectures to help me better understand the cartilage structures I was looking for. I also appreciated all the extra handouts/guides for each component to help me best understand each test item and scoring criteria." K.L. (Feb. 2022)
"It's very prescriptive. This is helpful for inter and intra-rater reliability and for quicker analysis." P.K. (Feb. 2022)
"The process from Learning Zone to Training Zone allowed for familiarity with the scoring system." J.K. (Jan. 2022)
"It was nice to get a review of swallow studies and re-learn each component. I feel much more knowledgeable when I do MBS studies now." B.S. (Jan. 2022)
"The chance to revisit each component of the swallow with an unlimited amount of time and no timer to rush you along. I appreciated the many avenues available to refresh your memory and learning of the scoring criteria's. The process is thorough which I also appreciated as it cemented my learning. A well laid out easy to use system that is also very clever as it saves your progress as you go." J.C. (Jan. 2022)
"The clinical team was very helpful with interpreting select case studies and frames. There were certain frames which led me to picking a corresponding answer. Thanks to Erin and Kate, I was able to understand and see differently. Being able to toggle back and forth from reliability to the training portions were very helpful, being able to check prior testing questions were helpful along with the component notes and handouts sent by the clinical team. The color coding and use of visual markers helped with seeing structures more easily. I also frequently used the magnifier feature, color contrast and inverter settings recommended by Tom which helped for select components. I also liked how this was self paced." A.M. (Jan. 2022)
"Progress always saved so that I could complete course on my own time." E.T. (Jan. 2022)
"I enjoyed the learning and the training zones." M.C. (Jan. 2022)
"The course did a very good job in explaining each component of the evaluation and making me feel confident in my ability to reliably rate each component of the MBSImP evaluation." N.K. (Jan. 2022)
"I like all the videos it provides as support on how to score. The example videos were very helpful!" J.S. (Jan. 2022)
"I really appreciated the different modules for learning, and that you could take the test repeatedly. That actually REALLY helped in my growth." L.C. (Jan. 2022)
"Very thorough explanation of each component and I appreciated all of the practice throughout the course." M.R. (Jan. 2022)
"This training did an exceptional job at providing an in-depth foundational understanding of dysphagia." S.Z. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the Training Zone with the immediate feedback. The "hint" section helped to further clarify scoring." E.L. (Jan. 2022)
"Excellent course. Clear guidance providing multiple opportunities to refine clinical interpretation and analysis." D.B. (Jan. 2022)
"This is excellent and really thorough training. It has made me think a lot about mastication." N.P. (Jan. 2022)
"Learning how to read Vestibular closure, tongue base movement grading, laryngeal elevation." Previously, I would not have been able to quantify/qualify these anatomical positions well." N.A. (Jan. 2022)
Presenter: George Barnes, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Have you ever felt stuck with your patients with medical complexity? When the complexity is high and the risk is higher, what makes a good decision? Participants will learn to recognize common errors in clinical decision-making, discover ways to prevent mistakes, and minimize the impact of the mistakes we can't avoid. Presents direct approaches with practical examples you can use immediately to make better decisions. A case study is included. ... more+
"The discussion on minimizing errors helped with bringing awareness to our common mistakes and practices. I appreciated the way that the course was split up and that we were not overloaded with information on each slide." E.A. (Aug. 2024)
"I didn't even know the term heuristics! The decision making process (particularly the journal concept and retroactive review) were great suggestions. George has a way with words! Bullets before cannonballs, bad results don't equal bad decisions, etc. When I used to teach, I said, "these are patients, not widgets!" Very thorough information tied directly to patient care and outcomes. Appreciate the colored and interactive PowerPoint." M.C. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked everything about this course." J.S. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the decision journal information. A clear plan and thorough discussion." L.C. (Jul. 2024)
"The decision-making tree was beneficial. The course was short, and I liked the case study." E.B. (Jul. 2024)
"I was shocked to learn about how many cognitive biases/heuristics there are that can impact my decision-making process. I liked learning about those, because once I can identify the problem with my own decision-making, I can move forward with improving my skill set. I liked the case study." G.R. (Jun. 2024)
"All the information was helpful. Well-spoken, personable, and knowledgeable presenter, good examples, nice slides." L.L. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussing the 6 steps was beneficial. I liked the flow of the course." A.H. (Jun. 2024)
Presenters: Nancy Potter, PhD, CCC-SLP & Victoria Heinlen, MS, CCC-SLP
Babble Boot Camp© (BBC) is an evidence-based and proactive intervention approach designed to build resilience against speech and language difficulties that are predictable at birth based on known risk factors. This training offers a review of early communication skills, real-life examples of BBC implementation, and hands-on practice. On course completion, early intervention SLPs and early childhood specialists will be equipped to implement BBC in any therapy environment including a virtual one.... more+
"The discussion on babbling was beneficial. I liked that you can slow down and go back to review." T.A. (Aug. 2024)
"This course helped me to come up with goals for some of my infants who are very delayed and/or expected to be nonverbal; good review of skills hierarchy/development. I liked all the videos and examples of each topic." L.W. (Aug. 2024)
"This course went over everything I needed to know. The videos are great." A.H. (Aug. 2024)
"Beneficial information on stages of babble and how to quantify. The course was practical." M.C. (Aug. 2024)
"I am so excited to use this parent coaching model in my practice! I found watching the videos and comparing my own analysis with that of the other professionals quite helpful and also reassuring! The modules are easy to digest and the layout lends to natural places to stop and restart." L.M. (Aug. 2024)
"Good speakers. A lot of examples and practice. Great handouts and videos." E.J. (Jul. 2024)
"The 5 steps of the BBC will be very helpful in my daily practice as an Early Intervention Speech Language Pathologist. I liked the videos. I liked observing them to see what the child and parent were doing, that was amazing. I also liked the videos where the Speech Language Pathologists demonstrated the 5 steps." L.M. (Jul. 2024)
"Great course with helpful information! I loved how this approach takes a parent-focused approach. It is clear that there is a heavy emphasis on parent coaching, modeling and planning together with caregivers in BBC. Parents are an essential and important part of the therapeutic process when working with young children, so glad to see that you are making this a priority in your approach!" R.I. (Jul. 2024)
"You created a simple, yet effective sequence with space for us therapists to use our own clinical judgment and experiences during those parent coaching conversations and therapy planning." R.I. (Jul. 2024)
"I love the interactive nature of this material. The questions along the way are very helpful. The content of the training is excellent. Dr. Peter, Dr. Potter, and the rest of their team have done an amazing job with this research and then making it so that SLPs can implement this EBP as soon as possible. This will be an excellent use of the learner's time to receive CEUs. I am grateful to the hard work and many hours that went into this BBC training." A.M. (Jul. 2024)
"The videos of the actual BBC sessions were helpful, as were the periodic knowledge check-ins." E.H. (Jul. 2024)
Presenter: Veronica Contreras, MS, CCC-SLP
This presentation will cover ideas to promote diversity and inclusion in the field of speech-language pathology in an effort to create equity for individuals with disabilities. This course discusses specific ways in which SLPs can utilize AAC to be more inclusive of all our client’s needs by considering AAC as a viable approach in our evaluations and therapy planning. Content is appropriate for both pediatric and adult clients. ... more+
"Beneficial discussion on how to evaluate a student for AAC systems as well as client advocacy. The presenter was clearly passionate about her clients as well as teaching other SLPs about this topic." S.B. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussing helping kids to speak even with no or low-tech options was beneficial. This course gave many examples of what to use." K.P. (Aug. 2024)
"Great presenter - kept my attention." T.G. (Aug. 2024)
"The variety of low and high tech was helpful to discuss. I liked the demonstration of pts who use AAC." A.K. (Aug. 2024)
"I love the versatility of the Communication Checklist to ALL areas of clinical practice. I haven't worked with kids in years, but see a huge use of it in the adult/medical practice arenas. Met the DEI requirement, and clearly the speaker is passionate about her field and that is refreshing!" M.C. (Aug. 2024)
"Collaboration with family members was beneficial. I enjoyed the ease of use of this course." D.U. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the discussion that "AAC is not done in isolation". Very concise, easy to follow course." H.H. (Jul. 2024)
"The discussion that there are all different kinds of children, teens, adults who would benefit from AAC, and that work with AAC needs to start early and it can be either low tech or high tech or a combination of both. You want to use what works best for the client and that is going to be the most beneficial. Discovering that it's not just speech-impaired clients that benefit from AAC. It can be used in a variety of other situations. It is so so important to use to help a client find their voice so that they can functionally communicate." B.L. (Jul. 2024)
"All of the information was beneficial. I liked the course's flexibility." M.M. (Jul. 2024)
"Modeling the AAC was helpful. The course kept my interest." G.L. (Jul. 2024)
"Showing parents how to best learn to communicate with their child. The lecturer gave a lot of information and made it interesting. I thought this was going to be a to-do course. It turned into a what-if and thinking course." C.N. (Jun. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss the variations in the AAC devices. I liked the passion of the presenter for our position on early intervention and inclusion as SLPs." J.H. (Jun. 2024)
"Use of AAC was beneficial to discuss. I liked the course format." J.H. (Jun. 2024)
"All the content was useful. This course was so powerful. The presenter is so passionate about AAC. It really helped light a fire under me." S.G. (Jun. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss integrating parents to practice/participate with AAC." M.K. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the experience and passion of the presenter." L.D. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussing how AAC devices support and improve communication was beneficial. I enjoyed the examples." L.A. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the resources offered towards the end of the presentation." J.S. (Jun. 2024)
"Advocacy for students requiring AAC was beneficial. The presenter was so passionate about AAC and the ways in which to assist students in utilizing and practicing their AAC outside of the therapy room environment." T.J. (Jun. 2024)
"Considerations and barriers to address when selecting the right device for the individual. Really good flow to the presentation, and information was conveyed in a manner easy to understand." B.S. (Jun. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss considering contextual factors when evaluating AAC. The presenter was very knowledgeable and seamlessly presented the content in a manner that was easy to digest." H.M. (Jun. 2024)
"Evaluation and support for AAC was beneficial. I liked the online format." J.A. (May 2024)
"Discussing the specific use of AAC was beneficial. I enjoyed the personalized presentation." M.R. (May 2024)
"The presenter was very dynamic and easy to listen to. The section discussing AAC for adults was helpful." L.H. (May 2024)
Presenters: Kellyn Dailey Hall, PhD, CCC-SLP & Leslie Johnson, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course provides SLPs with an overview of Artificial Intelligence (AI), emphasizing its ethical applications in the field. It explores the practical uses and challenges of AI, along with crucial ethical considerations such as privacy, consent, and bias mitigation. This course guides SLPs in effectively leveraging AI to enhance efficiency and productivity in their daily operations, all while upholding ethical standards. ... more+
"How to input questions to ChatGPT most effectively was helpful to discuss. Clear presentation with useful and important factual information regarding all of the topics presented in this class, including ethical considerations and also how to use this tool effectively as a clinician." S.B. (Aug. 2024)
"The importance of staying informed about the latest developments to ensure responsible and effective use of AI. I liked the privacy and data policies as it relates to protecting the client." L.G. (Aug. 2024)
"How to access/use specific AI sites was beneficial. As a 40 year SLP, I feel like I did when instrumental dysphagia tools became available. . . . like it's a different world! Appreciated the interactive instruction and especially references. Also real world examples of ethical considerations." M.C. (Aug. 2024)
"How to use AI to help with therapy materials and translating to other languages was beneficial. The course was very easy to follow." A.G. (Jul. 2024)
"Truly, all of the course was helpful. I have not used any of the AI apps before. It amazes me how AI can help in our field." H.K. (Jul. 2024)
"Using AI to write SMART goals was beneficial. I liked the easy format." D.U. (Jul. 2024)
"Very informative course." J.M. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing AI precautions was beneficial. The course was positive and gave good examples of how to use AI." T.K. (Jul. 2024)
"I enjoyed learning the ease of using AI during therapy. The course was concise and explained in a relatable manner." R.N. (Jul. 2024)
"How to utilize ChatGPT effectively in daily practice was helpful." R.K. (Jul. 2024)
"It was beneficial discussing the SLP must have parent or client consent to use AI. I liked that the course covered ethics when using AI." S.L. (Jul. 2024)
"Using AI for language samples was beneficial and using AI for individual stories with individual vocabulary lists." T.E. (Jul. 2024)
"Understanding AI in the perspective of non-bias and incorporating cultural sensitivity. The resources and explanations were very helpful." C.R. (Jul. 2024)
"It was beneficial discussing the pros and cons of using AI in practice and the cautions of using AI. It can be a very effective tool and support time management. I love that AI can save SLPs time. In the schools our caseloads are large and we are inundated with paperwork taking time away from planning and therapy, which is most important. This may help to reduce the time constraints." K.N. (Jun. 2024)
"I think the opportunity to use AI for the creation of therapy materials, stories, and sequencing/narrative retell activities is very interesting. I liked the case studies because I felt they were very thought-provoking." C.R. (Jun. 2024)
"Understanding all the different ways to use AI in speech pathology. I didn't realize how useful it could be. The course was quick, straightforward, informative, and easy to understand and apply to everyday practice." A.C. (Jun. 2024)
"The encouragement to jump in and practice, the ASHA code of ethics being applied to AI tools, and the sample of cases of AI use and the biases or ethical decisions to watch for/apply were all beneficial topics. I liked all of the examples: goal writing, therapy activities, reading lessons etc." P.N. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussions of potential bias in AI output and the reasons behind it were helpful. Also, the writing of prompts in order to obtain optimal results. I liked the course's clarity and organization." R.B. (Jun. 2024)
"The course was very informative and really helped me understand the potential of AI in our field. AI is very new to me, and it looks like there is a lot we can do with it. Goal writing may be a starting point." V.K. (Jun. 2024)
"Descriptions of how to write prompts were helpful. Simple and clear explanations and definitions." H.L. (Jun. 2024)
"The use of AI and the limitations of this process was helpful to discuss, also, the shortcomings of AI and ways to enhance use of AI." J.S. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial considerations for patient consent in the use of AI in their care. The information provided was very clear and concise." C.W. (Jun. 2024)
"The ethics discussion was beneficial. Clear, concise, and pertinent information." I.B. (Jun. 2024)
"Knowing about chat gpt tokens will help in writing better prompts, and the discussion of copyright and plagiarism w/ chatgpt results is also helpful in counseling our staff." L.A. (Jun. 2024)
"ChatGPT and ethics of using AI when considering biases. It’s a quick, general overview of AI and ASHA ethics." R.V. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the new ideas for incorporation of this resource into practice." M.J. (Jun. 2024)
"I enjoyed the practical ideas balanced with ethical considerations." M.B. (Jun. 2024)
"All of the information was helpful. The material was well presented and easy for a new learner to understand concrete and abstract concepts." R.M. (Jun. 2024)
"Understanding the lines between what is appropriate to use and what is not. I liked the example of how to use the AI software." R.O. (Jun. 2024)
"Tips on how to use ChatGPT to create therapy materials such as stories with targeted words and speech sounds. The information was quite relevant to things we do now and has great implications for future therapy." D.S. (Jun. 2024)
"The explanation of chatbots was beneficial. I have not used them, but I will definitely check them out for doing some of my tasks, such as language sample analysis. I do a ton of LSA in my practice. This course was very easy to understand!" L.K. (Jun. 2024)
"Utilizing AI to help generate goals and therapy materials. I enjoyed the explanation of AI and ethical uses in clinical practice." H.M. (Jun. 2024)
"Use of AI to support functional goal creation was beneficial." E.M. (May. 2024)
"I liked the resources available utilizing AI and learning about how AI can be used." K.H. (May. 2024)
"All of the information was helpful. I liked the topic on AI used to generate therapy tools." A.J. (May. 2024)
"I liked the information on this new technology." J.A. (May. 2024)
"Making sure to "check" my biases and not reinforce them (by mistake) during searches and/or using results. I enjoyed the overall information about ChatGPT, general guidelines, and case studies." H.W. (May. 2024)
"I liked the ChatGPT usage examples." M.S. (May. 2024)
"I enjoyed having the speakers provide concrete clinical examples of clinic scenarios and then how to view questions through the ASHA Code of Ethics and then how to avoid ethical issues by instead responsibly using AI in the manner/processes the speakers described." J.M. (May. 2024)
"This course was clear, concise, and answered a lot of questions I had about this subject. It was beneficial when presenters demonstrated how to prompt the ChatGPT and explained what ways you can prompt." J.M. (May. 2024)
"Discussing the use of AI in treatment was beneficial. The course was clear and concise." J.S. (May. 2024)
"How to use ChatGPT to create smart goals fast was a helpful topic. The course was very well structured and all very well explained." N.F. (Apr. 2024)
"How SLPs can utilize Chat GPT to generate clinical activities and use for multi-language translations. I especially enjoyed the overview of Chat GPT and how it can assist us in clinical practice." C.D. (Apr. 2024)
"How to utilize AI to assist in writing goals. I liked the immediate application to my job." B.T. (Apr. 2024)
"Ethics and AI were helpful to discuss. I liked the presentation." M.M. (Apr. 2024)
"I appreciated the tips and examples on prompt writing and discussion regarding using AI to streamline literature reviews." B.B. (Apr. 2024)
"Informed consent and how to potentially address these situations. I enjoyed all of this course and the examples supplied. Also loved the example of the program ChatGPT." K.K. (Apr. 2024)
"I did not know some of the tasks that AI could help with in my sessions such as generating goals, etc. I will start using AI for documentation later this year and appreciated the ethics portion." E.L. (Apr. 2024)
"Potential uses of AI in the medical setting was helpful. I liked the course accessibility." V.C. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussed options to use AI more broadly than I considered before. This course demonstrated how to use AI and how to use it ethically and wisely." R.E. (Apr. 2024)
"Course was quick and efficient." G.D. (Mar. 2024)
"Discussing CHATGPT and the pros and cons of using it was helpful. I enjoyed the resources available." D.G. (Mar. 2024)
"Using AI to work smarter, not harder. The presentation was clear and easy to follow." R.K. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the visuals and explanation of what AI is and does. The case studies were beneficial. Great presenters. Clear and easy to follow course." L.H. (Mar. 2024)
"I enjoyed the examples of practical ways to incorporate AI to help save time in everyday treatment." Q.L. (Mar. 2024)
"Great examples and ethics discussion. The first part that explained what AI is was beneficial." B.H. (Mar. 2024)
Presenter: Roxann Diez Gross, PhD, CCC-SLP, ASHA Fellow
DIEZ is a respiratory-based therapeutic technique for improving esophageal clearance thus helping to eliminate the sensation of food sticking, regurgitation of undigested food, and non-pathologic globus sensation. This course will fully describe how to determine who is appropriate for this therapy, how to evaluate these patients, provide instructions in how to teach the DIEZ technique to adults and children, and offer tips for making the technique habitual. ... more+
"Discussing the technique & rationale behind it was beneficial. The presenter was engaging/interesting." P.P. (Aug. 2024)
"The DIEZ technique was beneficial as I have been looking for something to help my patient status post UPPP surgery in 2007 and has to cough out residual mucus repeatedly every day. I liked the video demonstrations and the step-by-step way you have justified why and how it makes a difference." P.S. (Aug. 2024)
"The handout was exceptional, and presentation was very good." T.S. (Aug. 2024)
"The presenter was fantastic and I loved all the visualizations and case studies to help me understand and apply. The entire presentation was great." J.M. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the video examples, and the use of Kaypentax to measure respiration along with VFSS, HRM impedance testing for added information." K.M. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked discussing the importance of completing an esophageal screen on patients especially those who complain of dysphagia in the absence of any obvious pharyngeal difficulty. Taking it at my own pace." C.F. (Aug. 2024)
"Since I work in an adult outpatient clinic that gets a lot of referrals for voice and swallow issues, I see a LOT of patients with globus sensation. This is an invaluable strategy for me! I loved the real case examples, the MBS videos, and Roxanne's communication & teaching style. I really appreciate courses from practicing clinicians - it's so much more realistic." E.W. (Aug. 2024)
"I have already used the technique with 5 participants in our program and one staff member. All report improvement! Watching the videos was very helpful." D.H. (Aug. 2024)
"It was beneficial understanding the relationship between the pulmonary system and the esophagus. I liked the case studies and review of HRM and impedance measures." J.K. (Aug. 2024)
"I gained a better understanding of how lung volumes interact with esophageal pressures and esophageal emptying. It gives me another tool for evaluating and treating patients who complain of Globus. I liked the real world examples and step by step for how to teach the technique!" R.G. (Aug. 2024)
"I enjoyed watching and listening to SLP "in action" performing the technique during MBS! I liked all of the information! It was amazing." E.N. (Aug. 2024)
"Everything! The course was very practical with an excellent source of references." J.A. (Aug. 2024)
"The entire lecture will benefit my practice that is embedded within a laryngology clinic. We have many patients with breathing dysfunction and "GERD" that does not get better with PPIs or has been ID via instrumental testing. This gives me further motivation to spend more time on diaphragmatic breathing. RDG's presentation was one of the strongest offerings I have seen in many years. The foundation was beautifully laid, the anatomy reviewed, and the case studies each had a point!" K.D. (Jul. 2024)
"Physiology of the DIEZ technique was helpful. I liked the rate of presentation and some redundancy to drive the points home." L.K. (Jul. 2024)
"The entire presentation was beneficial! I liked the immediate usefulness of information with my current patient caseload." L.J. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked everything in this course." J.S. (Jul. 2024)
"The DIEZ technique will hopefully bring relief for many of my nursing home and short-term rehab patients. All the information was presented in an easy-to-use format. Plenty of science/research to back up the efficacy. Dr. Gross is a very good speaker and explains things well. I am excited to use this technique tomorrow at work!" G.S. (Jul. 2024)
"Using the DIEZ technique during a VFSS to assess its usefulness as a compensatory strategy was beneficial. I enjoyed the in-depth rationale as to why this technique works." B.D. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked all the information about pressure dynamics and the specific instructions for the use of the technique." C.H. (Jul. 2024)
"Implications of technique were beneficial to discuss. Good examples." B.E. (Jul. 2024)
"Everything in this course was beneficial." A.K. (Jul. 2024)
"Finally, something effective to offer patients with phlegm issues that interfere with their swallowing." L.L. (Jul. 2024)
"Pre-made patient handout was beneficial. The detailed, evidence-based nature was much appreciated." C.F. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing the Globus sensation and providing patients with another tool was helpful. I liked how the course was logically laid out." A.T. (Jun. 2024)
"I tried it on myself when swallowing pills, and it works! I will definitely be using this with my patients who complain of a Globus sensation and have a diagnosis of GERD!! I liked the relevance and positive, practical aspect of this course!" A.V. (Jun. 2024)
"The relationship of esophageal physiology to respiration as well as the DIEZ technique was beneficial. I liked everything. Another outstanding course by Dr. Roxann Gross." R.A. (Jun. 2024)
"Viewing the MBS and the DIEZ protocol in action was helpful. I liked the explanation of the HRM." J.S. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked both the DIEZ technique and the underlying support/rationale for it working for stated clients." M.M. (Jun. 2024)
"I have many people who complain of Globus. I appreciate the explicit instructions about this technique and the extensive review of the research/evidence; this might be another option or "tool" in my toolbox for how to go about helping patients with symptom mgmt." R.Z. (Jun. 2024)
"This is a fascinating topic and I can't wait to try on my patients specifically during outpt mbs - majority are patients with c/o globus. I liked the case studies." L.E. (Jun. 2024)
"I like that this is a new horizon in dysphagia management and something possible that we can offer to the appropriate patient to potentially provide them some relief from their symptoms." K.F. (Jun. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss how respiration affects esophageal clearance. The course was easy to follow." M.W. (Jun. 2024)
"Excellent offering in a new technique/strategy to help clients manage their issues." K.W. (May 2024)
Presenter: Ana Paula Mumy, SLPD, CCC-SLP
Participants will differentiate between a medical model of treatment, one that focuses on fixing or curing the individual’s impairment to accommodate society’s norms and values, and a social model lens of treatment for people who stutter, one that acknowledges human diversity. Participants will identify ways to prioritize the speaker’s experience of stuttering and the impact stuttering has on their lives, as well as their crucial role in educating and advocating for change within the existing physical, attitudinal, communication, and social environment.... more+
"Focusing on "Effective Communication" as opposed to working on a decrease in dysfluency and having the child/adult be an active participant in the therapeutic process. I liked the presenter who impressed as respectful, empathetic and truly interested in being the catalyst for problem-solving as she works with individuals to become more effective communicators." J.H. (Aug. 2024)
"Detailed examples of therapy strategies. I liked the clarity of presentation, pace, clear speech." M.A. (Aug. 2024)
"Reviewing the iceberg model and having the student use it with their family was beneficial. Also, the examples of disclosure letters. Easy to follow and had great examples of ideas I can use in my practice." D.H. (Aug. 2024)
"Social vs medical model comparison and review. Practical and functional for everyday use." J.O. (Aug. 2024)
"It is wonderful to see such a thorough model of acceptance of differences in individuals. I welcome and share the ideas presented in this webinar. The content respected individual communication differences and acceptance of individuals who stutter. They do not need to be fixed." C.S. (Aug. 2024)
"The reiteration of tx for acceptance and client-based outcomes was helpful." N.F. (Aug. 2024)
"ICF Model was beneficial. Very informative course." D.V. (Jul. 2024)
"The iceberg technique was helpful. I liked that I could work at my own pace." A.B. (Jul. 2024)
"All information was beneficial. I liked understanding more about the different barriers." A.R. (Jul. 2024)
"In graduate school I was taught that stuttering is something to fix. I love the new idea that it's okay to stutter and communicating effectively, being comfortable, and being confident are more important than fluency. This course is life-changing and revolutionary. I liked the shift in mindset from a medical model to a social model. Presenter explained everything very well." A.C. (Jul. 2024)
"Beneficial information of other things to address in therapy besides the actual fluency. The emotions, behaviors, attitudes, etc. I enjoyed learning and understanding that as SLPs we need to help our clients understand that it is okay to stutter and show them things to do to feel comfortable actually stuttering. Since it is not going to go away they can learn strategies to make their speech more fluent but their overall goal needs to be effective speakers with or without the stutters." B.L. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the diversity aspects of this course." G.L. (Jun. 2024)
"The expanded ICF model was helpful. The course was easy to follow and had new perspectives on challenges and opportunities for working with people who stutter." J.J. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked that this course discussed improving awareness, and it was easy to follow." S.J. (Jun. 2024)
"Overall view of stuttering - not what communication partner sees or hears but what stutterer experiences was beneficial to discuss. The stutterer is the expert. Treatment activities are helpful. The content was clear. A good amount of information written on each slide." J.F. (Jun. 2024)
"The whole idea of stuttering as a possible impairment but not treating the overt stuttering symptoms themselves was beneficial. I liked the course length and accessibility." N.R. (May 2024)
"Good speaker. I liked the information about student self-disclosure." L.D. (May 2024)
"This course presented new and important information. Social model of diversity for those who stutter and implications for treatment in schools." A.S. (May 2024)
Presenters: Megan Brazas, MA, CCC-SLP, QOM & Beth Speaker-Christensen, MA, CCC-SLP/L, ATP
This comprehensive online training provides a step-by-step process to conduct dynamic and collaborative AAC assessment, select optimal AAC systems for your learners, effectively coach communication partners, understand and use AAC prompt hierarchies, and expand vocabulary using AAC treatment principles. Case studies will be presented to facilitate the AAC evaluation and assessment process and to aid in treatment planning. Downloadable bonus resources allow you to get started with assessment and therapy with your current caseload.... more+
"Discussing how to implement AAC into sessions was beneficial. The course was very well rounded and touched all areas of AAC, from what it is to how to get a device to how to use it, etc." E.N. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussing different types of AAC devices was helpful. I liked the layout." A.P. (Aug. 2024)
"Specific examples and modeling of intervention techniques were beneficial. Also, the handouts are excellent; I can refer back to them whenever necessary." K.T. (Aug. 2024)
"Evaluation process was beneficial. I enjoyed going over all of the different systems." M.P. (Aug. 2024)
"The assessment and treatment modules were helpful. Well paced, lots of great information and examples." J.L. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the emphasis on teamwork and prompt strategies to help everyone to at least try. Very inclusive course." C.N. (Jul. 2024)
"I don't have much experience with AAC, so all of the content will be beneficial. The presenters were interesting, and the video examples were helpful." C.D. (Jul. 2024)
"Application opportunity was beneficial. I liked the detailed information." M.M. (Jul. 2024)
"AAC and CCN; practical application of what was discussed. I liked that I could stop and come back, go back to sections that I needed to review before moving on." D.D. (Jul. 2024)
"All of the information was beneficial! Especially the treatment portions. I liked how much detail was included. It was more advanced than other courses I have taken and just what I needed to "up" my AAC game!" K.F. (Jun. 2024)
"I really enjoyed the discussion about goal writing and how it's important to be looking for all of the initial skills (i.e., joint attention, attempting to touch device, etc.) when tracking progress! Lots of great video examples!" E.S. (Jun. 2024)
"I felt the assessment and interventions for using AAC were beneficial. I appreciated the different forms provided that will be helpful in planning how to teach AAC use across settings and how to target vocabulary." C.G. (Jun. 2024)
"Feature Matching ideas were beneficial. I liked the case studies." J.W. (Jun. 2024)
"The treatment module was helpful. The course was very thorough and in depth." C.S. (Jun. 2024)
"I enjoyed the in-depth information." T.M. (Jun. 2024)
"AAC evaluation and implementation was helpful. I feel better prepared now to support my students who need AAC." S.S. (Jun. 2024)
"The discussion on AAC was beneficial and I liked that the course was online." S.F. (Jun. 2024)
"This is a comprehensive course on AAC!! If you wish to learn more about AAC, take this course. The presenters were excellent with such useful and insightful information. WOW, I learned so much. Thank you for sharing your expertise. I will be able to use so much of this information with my students." G.J. (May 2024)
"This was one of the most comprehensive, well-done courses I have taken. The self-study format is fantastic. I love how it was broken down into different modules. The use of research was so well done. Clear examples were given in terms of assessment tools, case studies, etc. Well done!" J.F. (May 2024)
Presenter: Gwen Hinrichs, MA, CCC-SLP
What’s Next?™ is a structured, measurable and evidence-based program designed to provide greater levels of independence for persons with mild to moderate dementia. All materials needed to implement the What’s Next?™ program are included as part of this course – AMPS Assessment, AMPS Decision Tree, Acceptance Continuum, Routine Recording Worksheets, and Goal Writing Samples.... more+
"The objective scoring for very abstract and complex functional situations was helpful. I enjoyed the examples, the treatment focus." H.K. (Aug. 2024)
"The assessment and treatment was beneficial. I liked the handouts." A.K. (Jul. 2024)
"I loved the assessment protocol and that I can try to implement it with my patients with cognitive impairments. I also liked the visual aids and materials." A.W. (Jun. 2024)
"The concept of linking new (goal) behaviors to ones already done well. I liked the case studies." L.H. (May. 2024)
"The assessment "scenario" being acted out was helpful. I liked the emphasis on functionality." J.O. (Apr. 2024)
"I loved the accountability portion and the fact that our clients can see improvement. I liked seeing the actual client interview." C.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing routines was beneficial. I liked the course format." A.D. (Nov. 2023)
"I loved the discussion of how this approach has been well-researched. And seeing the video of an actual patient undergoing the assessment process." S.A. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing AMPS assessment was helpful. I enjoyed the rating scale." T.K. (Nov. 2023)
"Direct therapy tasks and setting goals." C.E. (Nov. 2023)
"The video of the assessment was beneficial. I liked the handouts and the video." L.G. (Oct. 2023)
"The use of routine and the concept of attaching tasks to other tasks/event-based tasks were beneficial." P.K. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the step-by-step treatment. Great outcomes." K.A. (Sep. 2023)
"Very practical!" R.P. (Sep. 2023)
"This program allows the set up of functional and realistic goals. I liked the practice of rating the AMPS assessment." H.T. (Jul. 2023)
"A functional measurement system to be used to truly help patients in their everyday lives. I loved the actual videos explaining the process." A.A. (Jul. 2023)
"I loved the AMPS worksheet, decision tree, and the goal writing. This is a great tool for figuring out a care plan for patients that have cognitive impairments." J.D. (May 2023)
"This course was easy to follow and logical, and got right to the point. I liked the examples." M.B. (May 2023)
"Providing a consistent quantitative analysis to tasks that are evaluated often was beneficial. This course provided well-outlined handouts." B.E. (May 2023)
"I liked the use of routine in therapy to increase carryover of skills. The sample goals and treatment were beneficial." C.D. (May 2023)
"I liked the functionality of this program." C.P. (Feb. 2023)
"The breakdown and areas to work on with dementia were beneficial. I liked the case studies." T.M. (Jan. 2023)
"Having a graded scoring system for things already done in the SNF is very beneficial." M.R. (Jan. 2023)
"I like having an outcome measure that will show improvement." S.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Focus on dementia was beneficial. I like that this program continually assesses a patient's specific needs." A.S. (Dec. 2022)
"How to document functionality. I knew that what I was doing was close to effective but needed the information about more frequency and following through, and offering further services if progress is made." S.N. (Nov. 2022)
"Real practical information. A great way to show progress. Always looking for something like this in my practice." L.W. (Nov. 2022)
"Real treatment use application made simple to understand and use in a timely manner to score and implement. I liked the application of the test to transfer into daily function patient use." G.F. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the simple way to get validity and assess and score." A.P. (Oct. 2022)
"The organization of activities was good. I liked all the handouts." N.B. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked all the worksheets included." M.M. (Sept. 2022)
"This course was very practical. I liked learning that we don't need times on a schedule, just activities/tasks." K.M. (Aug. 2022)
"It was an excellent course and well presented. Well organized content." B.P. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the goals that were discussed and the specific areas to target to improve independence." J.G. (Jul. 2022)
"Good course. Liked the downloads for implementation." E.H. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the routine-based approach. Good content." S.C. (May 2022)
"The actual case study and test to walk through and score was the most helpful part for functional application – to see how it is functionally utilized." L.C. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the review of event-based tasks." T.J. (Apr. 2022)
"How to incorporate daily routines to add new routines was beneficial – and working through a mock assessment and examples of AMPS scores to help become efficient." A.P. (Mar. 2022)
"A very practical approach. I was given a better understanding of how to attach the new task to an already established task." K.O. (Jan. 2022)
"The hands on practice was beneficial. I liked the idea of incorporating new tasks into daily routine." S.J. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the specific targeted goals." R.K. (Jan. 2022)
"Very practical. Functional testing program." J.T. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked that the questionnaire can be used for initial assessments, reassessments, and d/c planning." J.W. (Dec. 2021)
"New techniques to address dementia. Applicability to current position." A.I. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked being able to perform a new assessment, which clearly demonstrates medical necessity." T.M. (Nov. 2021)
"The presenter did an excellent job presenting the material in an organized manner. The video example of meeting with the patient and daughter, and having the SLP explain the patient's cognitive linguistic deficits, areas that needed to be worked on, scoring on the AMPS assessment, and suggested goals were very helpful and functional." V.M. (Oct. 2021)
"The role playing was key to be able to visualize how to rate the AMPs and implement the goals. Also, the test was a great learning tool!" C.M. (Oct. 2021)
"The idea of attaching new learning goal to already learned activity was helpful." C.G. (Sept. 2021)
"This presentation was clear and easy to understand and directly related to the current issues in everyday practice. Learning how to pair a new task with an old task already in a routine to allow patient to make it habit is beneficial to my daily practice." J.V. (Aug. 2021)
"How to incorporate functional activities into goals and plan of care are beneficial for my daily practice. This course provided me with a set of materials for assessment and treatment." D.B. (July 2021)
"The idea of anchoring new tasks to existing ones will be beneficial for my daily practice." K.M. (July 2021)
“This course provided practical ways to make progress and document progress in functional tasks.” C.E. (Mar. 2021)
“This could be effective in Acute Care Rehab or Home Health with good results. Difficult to see this happening with Dementia beyond the moderate Range and this is why I feel she does a good job of explaining the criteria for the program. She did an excellent job thru out the program with questions to make sure the listener was understanding.” T.B. (Mar. 2021)
“Very relevant treatment program, as our payors are increasingly looking for measurable gains. The video presentation of the information was very conducive to learning. Also, the role-play scenario was helpful to see how the AMPS would be administered.” V.C. (Jan. 2021)
Presenters: Cheri Fraker, CCC-SLP, CLC & Laura Walbert, CCC-SLP, CLC
This treatment course demonstrates the how-to’s of PreChaining and Food Chaining over time. Learn fun and creative strategies for successfully implementing PreChaining and/or Food Chaining therapy for the child with severe to extreme feeding aversion. Detailed case studies are used to demonstrate from week to week how to help the child and their family make rapid and lasting gains, eat safely, lower anxiety, expand the diet, improve nutritional status, and eat with joy.... more+
"Food chaining ideas and sensory play strategies with food incorporated were helpful. I enjoyed the case studies." M.Y. (Aug. 2024)
"All of the information was beneficial. I liked the course format." J.D. (Aug. 2024)
"The Food Chaining rating scale was helpful. Building oral motor skills necessary for chewing and swallowing more textured foods, supporting the child's ability to handle a broader range of textures and flavors." L.G. (Aug. 2024)
"More ideas on how to chain foods that are related to each other was beneficial. I liked that I could complete at my own pace." S.S. (Aug. 2024)
"The entire course was relevant to my daily practice. I enjoyed the straightforward content as well as case study examples." V.S. (Jul. 2024)
"The concept of food chaining and the practical steps for using it in daily practice was beneficial. The course was easy to follow and implement." K.W. (Jul. 2024)
"Learning how to best reduce anxiety centered around new foods was a helpful topic. I liked the number of case studies that allowed different views on how to address food aversions and feeding disorders." M.T. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing how to do Food Chaining was beneficial. The course was easy to follow." N.W. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial activity examples used during food chaining exercises. I liked the amount of information and real-world examples through case studies." A.S. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the review of the 6 steps that must be considered when analyzing can't, won't, don't. The self-pacing option was great. The case studies were very helpful." J.T. (Jun. 2024)
"The information on food chaining was beneficial." S.M. (May 2024)
"Discussing ratings was helpful. I liked the online format and videos." C.W. (May 2024)
"Adams case study is similar to the patients on my caseload at my outpatient feeding clinic. All of the case examples and the case history at the beginning is going to change the way I practice. It was helpful to know in detail about your tx plan to expand what I am doing in practice for new ideas." A.F. (May 2024)
"I liked the concrete therapy ideas and detailed case studies." M.H. (Apr. 2024)
"I enjoyed the specific case studies and video of therapy." J.V. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing the basics of food chaining was beneficial." K.G. (Apr. 2024)
"The specific evaluation and treatment examples were helpful. I enjoyed that I could complete it at my own pace and that the speaker was very knowledgeable." M.S. (Mar. 2024)
"Feeding in general- picky eaters was a beneficial topic." D.C. (Mar. 2024)
"Discussing food chaining and how it can apply to children with complex feeding disorders was beneficial. I liked the case studies and videos." B.P. (Mar. 2024)
"Chaining for children with sensory issues was beneficial. The information was relevant and useful. I can start working with students this week." H.M. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked the discussion on food chaining therapy and evaluating thoroughly." S.W. (Feb. 2024)
"Following the child's cues and making sure foundational feeding skills are worked on. I enjoyed the presentation and videos!" S.A. (Feb. 2024)
"It was beneficial gathering intake data and tools for the development of TX. I liked the examples of implementation of the tool." S.G. (Feb. 2024)
"I appreciated suggestions for using crumbs as a way to introduce tastes and textures. The case studies were very helpful." W.F. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked the therapy tools & clear explanations of how to implement food chaining." T.B. (Feb. 2024)
"Ideas for food chaining and real-life case studies." D.A. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked the case studies and practical ideas for treatment." K.H. (Jan. 2024)
"The nutritional aspect of feeding issues was a helpful topic. The information was provided in a clear and understandable way." K.S. (Jan. 2024)
"The comprehensive feeding history, differential diagnosis, and red flags were beneficial to discuss. I liked the strategies to decrease anxiety." N.H. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing the chain order was beneficial." E.P. (Jan. 2024)
"Remembering to take it slow and build up trust and that it's not a race was beneficial. There were several case studies which were great to see different clients." K.M. (Jan. 2024)
"Beneficial case studies for application of food chaining and evaluation materials. I liked that this course was a self-paced online option that had applied information in the form of case studies." J.J. (Jan. 2024)
"The tools provided and examples used were helpful. The case studies were very applicable." N.B. (Jan. 2024)
"The case studies, examples of chaining, and products used to introduce foods were beneficial. I liked the fact I could go at my own pace." K.R. (Jan. 2024)
"Meal-time can be a very frustrating experience for both children and parents. I was surprised to learn how many factors can play a role in whether or not a food or liquid can be tolerated. This course was well organized, and I thought the presenters did a great job explaining the material." M.B. (Jan. 2024)
"I learned what I should be assessing before I start treating. This course was easy to listen to and watch while learning about helping children with eating resistance." N.L. (Dec. 2023)
"Ways to chain liquids, use of Duospoon and other tools to facilitate improved chewing and oral motor skills, ways to make food exploration enjoyable and fun. I love the divided plate with food for "looking" to provide exposure to new foods. Thorough course and provided multiple ways to address feeding skills. The case studies are very helpful." P.T. (Dec. 2023)
"The discussion of the case history, what to look for in the first year of life regarding feeding, as well as keeping a keen eye out for specific difficulties that show a 'can't' that is important to know about the child's feeding profile. I loved all the case examples that served as a basis to go through the food chaining steps." E.T. (Dec. 2023)
"The videos and the examples shown during the sessions were very helpful. The case studies showed a good variety of reactions the kids had to different foods and steps/techniques the SLPs took to help the kids." L.H. (Dec. 2023)
"This course was easy to follow. I enjoyed the food chaining techniques." L.L. (Dec. 2023)
"Food chaining and home training were beneficial topics." K.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked how the presenters can use one preferred food item and expand that one food item to additional types of food that use the preferred food item. The presenters were very detailed. I liked that they used actual clients to explain the food chaining process." E.V. (Nov. 2023)
"The anxiety portion was a beneficial topic. I liked that I could finish the course on my schedule." P.M. (Nov. 2023)
"This course was easy to listen to, and presenters provided great ideas to implement right away. I liked the specific case studies where the presenters gave detailed steps and ideas that they used in therapy. This made it easy to think of new ideas to try in my practice." H.F. (Nov. 2023)
"The individualized eating profile and food chaining examples were beneficial." C.L. (Nov. 2023)
Presenter: Marissa Rocheleau, MA, CCC-SLP
This course outlines ethical ramifications of providing online service delivery to clients. Includes a discussion of the legal and ethical guidelines for providing online delivery of services, and a discussion of guidelines for determining if clients are appropriate for telepractice. Course content is applicable for both adult and pediatric client populations.... more+
"Understanding and following up with states you are working in to learn the rules for telepractice. All the information was new and pertinent. In addition to the guidance into where to locate activities online." J.P. (Aug. 2024)
"Teletherapy candidacy was a beneficial topic. I liked the slideshow." Y.V. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked how the presenter showed different websites she uses for teletherapy. I also enjoyed how she easily talked about ethical situations. The presenter kept me engaged and was easy to follow." M.K. (Aug. 2024)
"Digital test information was useful and other technologies for interaction with clients. The course was thorough and concise." P.G. (Aug. 2024)
"I found knowing that using a headset with GFTA is crucial and working in a quiet room." J.M. (Aug. 2024)
"I had not yet thought about informed consent measures for my new practice. The speaker was very knowledgeable." J.B. (Aug. 2024)
"Factors to determine client candidacy, as well as resources/materials for quality delivery of services, were beneficial. I enjoyed the content and self-paced model." C.V. (Aug. 2024)
"This speaker is fantastic, and I hope she continues to create courses. She does a very good job providing practical knowledge. I enjoyed the speaker/advice given." L.P. (Jul. 2024)
"It was helpful to review the right and wrong doing, client eligibility, and the use of digital evaluations. The presenter was clear and organized in her presentation." A.H. (Jun. 2024)
"FAQ's were helpful. Very clear information." S.D. (Jun. 2024)
"The 5-theme framework was beneficial. I liked the demonstration of the therapy ideas, testimony of the presenter's clinical experience, and online resources to further explore." D.N. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the discussion on technical areas to be addressed for the best possible session. Learning about the ethical vs. legal implications, the five-theme framework, and applying this to my practice. Also loved the online sources/materials covered." M.D. (Jun. 2024)
"I need to pay more attention to copywriting laws when using material digitally. I also appreciated the recommendations given regarding treatment sources and the use of testing materials digitally. The presenter was concise. Visuals matched audio presented." R.D. (Jun. 2024)
"Ideas of how to make sessions more interactive were beneficial. I liked that there were clear examples and it addressed important issues." K.K. (May 2024)
"Learned more about audio capabilities using ZOOM. Clear speaker, organized information." S.H. (May 2024)
"Discussing the legality was helpful and I liked the visuals." L.S. (Apr. 2024)
"It was beneficial knowing that it is okay if an adult is busy as long as you know that the child has the ability and attention to do it on his own. All of the information was useful." C.G. (Mar. 2024)
"The considerations for client candidacy were helpful. Practical course and the speaker was knowledgeable." R.A. (Mar. 2024)
"The Five Theme Framework was beneficial to discuss. I liked the therapy procedures." R.B. (Feb. 2024)
"I enjoyed the amount of useful information!" B.H. (Feb. 2024)
"Liability insurance for telepractice. Nice pacing, good information." A.P. (Feb. 2024)
"The bottom line questions were beneficial. I liked the examples of different teletherapy." M.S. (Feb. 2024)
"Determining if telepractice is appropriate for a client was helpful. I liked that I could read through the handouts easily as it was shared through a pdf, and it will be readily available as a reference in the future." T.C. (Feb. 2024)
"Beneficial application of ethical considerations for adult telehealth." S.D. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing behavior concerns with students was beneficial." L.B. (Jan. 2024)
"I enjoyed the presenter's knowledge and material accessibility. Discussing ethical vs. legal issues was beneficial." R.L. (Jan. 2024)
"The use of the material was helpful. The instructor was clear and concise." A.K. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing questions and considerations were beneficial. I liked the visual supports on how to find things online, pitfalls." M.P. (Jan. 2024)
"Licensure, billing, assessments, and the examples presented within the case studies were beneficial. I enjoyed how much new information I learned and can apply to my current job in which I provide teletherapy." E.S. (Jan. 2024)
"The presenter was very knowledgeable & concise. I liked the bottom line questions." R.P. (Jan. 2024)
"I have not conducted telepractice yet however this course provided great information on things to consider prior to starting. I liked the course format and ease of use." C.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The Five Theme Framework presentation was beneficial. The presenter was clear on the topics, provided examples and demonstrations." M.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial resources for digital therapy. Short and packed with info - nice and lean!" R.F. (Dec. 2023)
"Trial length for determining appropriateness for teletherapy was beneficial. I liked the professional liability info and the ease of understanding/organization of information." J.G. (Dec. 2023)
"This course was very organized and easy to follow." L.K. (Dec. 2023)
"Learning differences between ethical and legal. And learning tests that cannot be used online." L.L. (Dec. 2023)
"Very straightforward course. Covered all the ethical and legal aspects when conducting teletherapy sessions." S.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial informed consent questions." L.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Straight forward course. Good visuals and voice." K.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the presenter's common sense and additional commenting during topics." P.O. (Dec. 2023)
"It was especially helpful to distinguish between what is ethical and what is legal and to know there are differences between ethical and legal, ethical and illegal, unethical and legal, and unethical and illegal. This course provided good information and a good review on what ASHA's ethical standards are and how to apply them to the telepractice setting." J.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Learning the depth of resources, materials, and experience needed for telepractice was beneficial." S.C. (Dec. 2023)
"I especially appreciated being made aware of all the free digital resources." J.H. (Dec. 2023)
"The telepractice guidelines were helpful. I enjoyed the clarity of the information presented." P.T. (Dec. 2023)
"All of the presented information was beneficial." A.G. (Dec. 2023)
"It was very helpful to hear about what is ethical to do in terms of telepractice. The course was practical and very easy to understand." A.H. (Dec. 2023)
"All of the course was beneficial. I am not currently a Telehealth clinician, but I am considering it. Concise, specific information, and outline." W.R. (Dec. 2023)
"I found the technology-based suggestions to be helpful/informative, specifically regarding resolution, frame rate, and use of tools such as document cameras, etc. The subject matter is relevant to modern practice. The speaker was very thorough." D.D. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed learning more about assessments on teletherapy." J.D. (Nov. 2023)
"The speed test and the smart book information were beneficial. I liked the practical use and specific references." L.R. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked how the course applies to Medicare. Good practical examples." A.L. (Nov. 2023)
"The examples showing how to check internet speed and use of the Smart NoteBook were helpful. The length of the course was just enough." S.S. (Nov. 2023)
"The resources for digital materials and tests were beneficial. I enjoyed having examples to compare and contrast." T.J. (Nov. 2023)
"I enjoyed the factors to consider for telepractice services. All the criteria to select if the case is for telepractice was helpful." R.E. (Nov. 2023)
"The range of topics was very applicable. Great tips on practical uses of websites and materials. Pace was great, information pertinent." B.H. (Nov. 2023)
"I enjoyed learning about new materials to implement. This course was precise and helpful." J.H. (Nov. 2023)
"The use of the Smart Notebook and other resources provided was beneficial. I liked the fact that the presenter provided quality information within a reasonable timeframe." A.H. (Nov. 2023)
"Organized presentation." J.R. (Nov. 2023)
"I enjoyed the variety of options for online activities. The presenter was clear and concise." D.B. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the information about tests and client needs." T.K. (Oct. 2023)
"The information about technologies I wasn't familiar with for interactive sessions was beneficial. I liked the information on billing and licensing." K.S. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of the specific legalities of telepractice. This course was easy to listen to and interesting." C.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Very informative course. How to develop materials was beneficial." S.C. (Oct. 2023)
"Very well presented and logical course. The presenter obviously has lots of experience. I liked the examples of how to use the SMARTboard and games for reinforcement." G.S. (Oct. 2023)
"Smooth presentation and very informative." B.G. (Oct. 2023)
"Easy to understand, great presenter, excellent information. The specifics of how to do ethical therapy with clients was beneficial." L.K. (Oct. 2023)
"All of this material was beneficial. The course was short and to the point." M.O. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the demonstration of accessing digital assessments and using the Smart Notebook." B.M. (Oct. 2023)
"I found the aspect related to technology very beneficial, how to resolve problems with the computer, and what recommendations could be given to the parents. The whole course was interesting." R.P. (Oct. 2023)
"Informative course. The factors to consider when providing virtual therapy were beneficial." J.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Discussing AV factors and how to correct them was helpful. I liked the review of ethics and how it applied to telepractice." S.M. (Oct. 2023)
"The ethical considerations were beneficial. I liked the informative content and the pdf that was available." R.L. (Oct. 2023)
"Gave practical advice and technical solutions." S.G. (Oct. 2023)
"Very informative course. I liked the available free activities for telepractice online." V.F. (Oct. 2023)
"Practical considerations were introduced, and problem-solving suggestions were made in this course. Good information to consider for a new service delivery option." A.R. (Sep. 2023)
"Internet speed testing and general things to consider like liability/copyrights were beneficial topics. I liked the length of content and the presenter's experience." L.W. (Sep. 2023)
Presenters: Jennifer A. Brush, MA, CCC-SLP & Brush Development,
Each segment of this course is carefully designed to provide participants with simple, actionable solutions that can be implemented today with individuals with dementia and their care partners. The Montessori philosophy discussed gives rehabilitation therapists the tools they need to dramatically improve their experience of working with clients with dementia.... more+
"I admit that I was leery of an 8 hr class, but I was HOOKED and did this over 2 days! Thank you! I appreciated the spaced retrieval review and neuro reviews (differential dementias) to use in my reporting to combat the "spaced retrieval isn't skilled", “dementia patients can't learn” denials. Info on responsive behaviors helpful. Loved the brainstorm ideas. Thanks for addressing staff resistance and buy-in. Appreciated thorough memory review. As a 40 yr SLP who was taught that "you can't do anything for OBS" (organic brain syndrome, remember that one?), and having swum upstream to use many of the strategies you have so expertly packaged, I admit to having emotional reactions to some of the videos of individual patients/residents using Montessori practices. I literally had tears." M.C. (Aug. 2024)
"All of the information was helpful - really good flow. The videos and concrete examples were really good - the resources as well." T.J. (Jul. 2024)
"The real-life examples of Montessori activities were beneficial. I enjoyed the various video formats, lectures, and handouts." A.W. (Jun. 2024)
"Spaced retrieval and how to implement this into an elder's daily routine was a beneficial topic. I enjoyed the comprehensive nature of the course." J.B. (Mar. 2024)
"Very practical. Can easily apply what I learned." M.R. (Mar. 2024)
"How to outlay the environment for patients w/ dementia w/out too much distraction of medical equipment. I liked the visuals and ease of learning the content and specific examples to implement." L.S. (Feb. 2024)
"Clear description of spaced retrieval training. I liked the videos and examples of Montessori tasks used with elders." R.F. (Dec. 2023)
"Knowledgeable presenters with example videos. Development and implementation of individual plans." S.A. (Dec. 2023)
"Application of Montessori philosophy for adults with supporting documentation, including evidence-based practice. Many concepts applicable in providing intervention for adult patients going through acute neuro-rehabilitation." J.H. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the concept of goals for well-being, preparing the environment, the whole care team demonstrating grace & courtesy, being mindful of therapy goals with modification for well-being, and a reminder to offer opportunities for meaningful engagement throughout the day." J.H. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the focus on what the person can do and not what they cannot do. Gained knowledge on how to help people with dementia." R.T. (Nov. 2023)
"Spaced Retrieval was a helpful topic. I liked the visuals." M.T. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the short segments that helped to make watching the course easier and to break it up across days. Review of Montessori was beneficial." A.S. (Oct. 2023)
Presenter: Jennifer Dahms, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
ARFID is a relatively new diagnosis to the medical community. This course will discuss the definition and symptoms of ARFID, additional diagnoses that can occur with a diagnosis of ARFID, and describe several screening and assessment tools that have been utilized and studied for diagnosing. Possible therapeutic, medical, and pharmacological interventions are discussed. Course content is applicable for both adult and pediatric client populations.... more+
"Differential diagnosis was beneficial to discuss. I liked the flexibility of completion and testing." C.S. (Aug. 2024)
"I found the ICD10 information very valuable for future as coding could be more direct. Also, the information relating to ASD & PICA. Information regarding parents having some similar food issues and the need for more interviews with parents." N.R. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the recommendation to use a multidisciplinary approach with medical providers, mental health providers, etc. Very thorough review of the literature." A.L. (Jun. 2024)
"The ways that ARFID can affect adults was beneficial. I liked that this course presented detailed info on the topic." A.M. (Jun. 2024)
"ARFID and how it relates to Autism was helpful to discuss. The information was very detailed in explaining the similarities and differences between ARFID and other diagnoses." M.L. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial research into treatment techniques. I liked the ability to refer back to new information." E.E. (Jun. 2024)
"It was beneficial for me to learn this new DSM V "definition" of ARFID and all that it encompasses. The course was outlined well; the information was well researched and diverse." A.H. (Jun. 2024)
"The specific description of diagnosis was beneficial." J.C. (May. 2024)
"I enjoyed the wealth of information." B.M. (Apr. 2024)
"The case studies were helpful. I liked that the information was research-based, and had lots of relevant articles." M.S. (Mar. 2024)
"The extensive review of the literature on ARFID was helpful. I liked the case examples. I also appreciated the extensive handout." S.S. (Mar. 2024)
"Beneficial discussing general knowledge of ARFID and how it manifests. I liked the research provided." B.P. (Mar. 2024)
"The topic that I found most beneficial for daily practice was comparing ARFID with anorexia nervosa. I really appreciate the various studies that were presented. It helped to further my understanding of ARFID." L.A. (Feb. 2024)
"Good information to consider when assessing and treating feeding disorders. I liked that I could do the course at home." E.H. (Feb. 2024)
"I enjoyed the case studies at the end of the course." A.F. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing the coexistence of ARFID with other disorders was beneficial. I liked the extensive discussion of how to identify this disorder within the pediatric population." C.B. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the discussion on the background and the explanations." N.S. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the detail and the use of examples to delineate differences. With some of my elderly clients, I believe there is a component to their eating disorder that is not purely dysphagia but food avoidance." C.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Real and relatable dx. I liked the differential dx." S.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The reference with Autism was beneficial. I liked the new information." R.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Everything was good. I liked that this course used videos." M.P. (Dec. 2023)
"The information about the research was beneficial. I liked chart comparing all the possible diagnoses." R.E. (Dec. 2023)
"It was beneficial to discuss ARFID as it relates to anorexia and ASD. The case studies were most helpful." R.F. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning how complex ARFID really is and that referrals to other disciplines may be necessary. I liked learning about the origin of ARFID." P.W. (Oct. 2023)
"Discussing the definition of ARFID and its existence as a diagnosis was beneficial. Lots of information in this course." S.C. (Sep. 2023)
Presenter: Paula Sullivan, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
This course will provide participants with a thorough understanding of the surgical management of laryngeal cancer, etiologies of dysphagia, clinical and instrumental assessment during the pre- and post-operative periods, and methods of interventions. Additionally, participants will view a comprehensive library of post-laryngectomy radiographic images and case studies.... more+
"Discussing dysphagia s/p total laryngectomy was beneficial. Good examples/pictures." A.W. (Aug. 2024)
"I'm thrilled for the new research and tools for standardizing practice and intervention. Could listen to the presenter teach all day! Appreciate the inclusion of videographic confirmation of what she was addressing." M.C. (Aug. 2024)
"Most common swallow deficits post laryngectomy were helpful to discuss. I liked that the course was not overly complicated, and was summarized well." L.C. (Jul. 2024)
"Learning that pharyngocutaneous fistulas are very common post laryngectomy was beneficial. Identifying pseudoepiglottis and other anomalies on MBS post laryngectomy which may impact pt's swallow function was beneficial. I liked the MBS images and descriptions." S.B. (Jul. 2024)
"The VFSS study examples were helpful. I liked everything in this course." S.M. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing management post-operative was helpful. I liked that the course was easy to access and save and come back to. Very thorough information." M.M. (Jun. 2024)
"The case study, specifically the before and after views of the laser surgery, was helpful. Very orderly and interesting course." C.R. (Jun. 2024)
"Very informative course." T.S. (May. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss MBSS as related to looking for tongue pressure, strictures or pseudoepiglottis. Great overall." A.H. (May 2024)
"Beneficial explanation of a leak test and that it should be prior to MBSS. Very informative course." Y.R. (May 2024)
"New types of TL surgeries, new therapies were beneficial topics. I liked that the course was online, and I could take it when I had time." J.K. (Apr. 2024)
"Helpful assessment tools and anatomy post total laryngectomy. Easily accessible information." O.B. (Apr. 2024)
"The images from the radiographic studies were beneficial, including all the images of pseudoepiglottis, pseudodiverticulum & strictures, etc." R.C. (Mar. 2024)
"Using the soal, trismus scale was helpful. I enjoyed the comprehensive knowledge base, clinical applications, newest data application to patients (case studies)." L.E. (Feb. 2024)
"All was beneficial in this course." L.L. (Jan. 2024)
"The discussion on acute management was beneficial." M.G. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing common problems s/p laryngectomy was helpful. I liked the MBSS pictures." R.S. (Jan. 2024)
"It was beneficial to understand the anatomy and complications that can arise after TL. I liked being able to see the instructor." D.H. (Dec. 2023)
"This entire course was useful. I took it specifically to better understand VFSS with TL and got so much more! Thanks." S.M. (Dec. 2023)
"The topic on laryngectomy was beneficial, and I liked the pictures." S.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Post-operative clinical swallowing assessment information was helpful. The information was concise." T.O. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the various assessments used for evaluating the swallow following complete laryngectomy. Aspiration following laryngectomy was beneficial to discuss." T.B. (Dec. 2023)
"The expectations, treatment, and evaluations were beneficial." S.R. (Dec. 2023)
"The videofluoroscopy information and images were helpful. I enjoyed seeing examples of swallowing issues in radiographic form." S.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing SOAL was beneficial." K.G. (Dec. 2023)
"The anatomy sections were beneficial." C.H. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the treatment approaches." A.D. (Nov. 2023)
"Administration of SOAL, as well as videographic illustrations, were beneficial." L.M. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing the typical time frames for diet initiation, review of swallowing dysfunction, and ways to treat following TL were beneficial. I liked the video examples and treatment techniques." J.V. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing the potential for pharyngeal and esophageal dysphagia after a total laryngectomy was beneficial. Good information in a relatively short period of time." C.J. (Oct. 2023)
"The surgical variances and clear illustrations were helpful. I enjoyed the clear explanations and rate of information presented." M.G. (Oct. 2023)
"Very informative course in an efficient way. I liked all of it." M.S. (Oct. 2023)
"A great review of the anatomical changes after a total laryngectomy." L.H. (Oct. 2023)
"All topics were beneficial, especially relating to treatment for dysphagia after surgery. I liked the wonderful VFSS images." A.L. (Oct. 2023)
"The dye test for fistula was helpful. I liked the general info of the course." D.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Well-organized course, supported by data." S.C. (Sep. 2023)
"All very helpful information. I liked going over the assessments and treatment." C.L. (Sep. 2023)
Presenter: Joseph Murray, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
This course introduces and reviews FEES as a tool for visualizing, monitoring and treating swallowing function. Guidelines are presented for selecting FEES or videofluoroscopic instrumentation. The learner will understand the equipment used to complete the exam and the steps necessary to gain competency in performance of the exam.... more+
"So many video examples with a good pace of presenters discussion." R.Z. (Aug. 2024)
"All areas of this presentation were helpful - we are starting a FEES program, and this course was wonderful. I liked the ease of navigation and extent of information." M.L. (Aug. 2024)
"The visualization of abnormal swallows was beneficial. So many videos to watch with excellent explanation." L.H. (Aug. 2024)
"Aspiration Rating Scale was helpful. I liked the variety of visuals, real videos of FEES." D.V. (Aug. 2024)
"I am a beginner FEES clinician. The entire course was beneficial. I enjoyed the videos to demonstrate swallowing assessments via FEES vs VF." K.W. (Jun. 2024)
"I enjoyed the case studies and videos of patient Swallow function/Dysfunction." C.G. (Jun. 2024)
"Great course! I can't identify any one part that was most helpful. I liked that I could move slowly and review the EXCELLENT VIDEOS." D.D. (Jun. 2024)
"The Yale Pharyngeal Residue Severity Scale was beneficial. I liked the explanation of imaging, possible deficits and use of direct interventions." L.M. (May 2024)
"Advocating for FEES in our facility. I enjoyed the ease of taking this course. Presenter was very knowledgeable." R.M. (Apr. 2024)
"The FEES procedures and results were beneficial. I enjoyed the videos of actual FEES, and the side-by-side with VFSS and FEES was excellent for learning." P.G. (Mar. 2024)
"This course was easy to understand." C.G. (Mar. 2024)
"The techniques were helpful. I liked the multiple examples." L.E. (Feb. 2024)
"Beneficial topics included credentialing, use of topical anesthetic, standards varying by state, and standards set forth by EU & Canada. I liked the videos." J.S. (Feb. 2024)
"Excellent and well-presented course!! Loved it!" N.D. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing the abnormal findings was beneficial. I liked everything!" A.A. (Jan. 2024)
“The entire presentation exceeded my expectations. Well done! The presenter is well-versed and extremely knowledgeable - and his delivery was easily understood by the listener. He provided a vast amount of information that was evidence-based. I especially found it helpful that most of the content was cited by reputable authors/journals so that I could review the information he used in this presentation." S.W. (Jan. 2024)
"Interventions/strategies after completion of FEES were beneficial. Informative education for an SLP to provide and implement in the SNF setting." L.E. (Dec. 2023)
"Making inferences from endoscopic findings that can determine the integrity of swallow events. I’ve performed hundreds of videofluoroscopic exams but only a handful of FEES exams. I learned information about swallowing function that was brand new to me. Incredibly valuable course." C.G. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed the videos." M.K. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing the FEES process was beneficial. I liked the course clarity and professionalism." E.S. (Nov. 2023)
"The use of studies and conclusions, lidocaine use, ASP-PEN scale practice, and indications for fluoroscopic vs. FEES were beneficial topics. I enjoyed the imaging combined with Dr. Murray's commentary." M.F. (Nov. 2023)
"The visual aids were great with side-by-side Fluoro and FEES." L.T. (Nov. 2023)
"The discussion on FEES vs Videofluoroscopy was beneficial. I liked the videos and review of anatomy." M.T. (Oct. 2023)
"Many videos that illustrated the detection of penetration/aspiration, the Yale Rating Scale for residuals, the detailed instructions on how to evaluate epiglottic inversion, pharyngeal wall constriction, and where to position the scope were all beneficial." J.W. (Oct. 2023)
"The presenter is clearly quite skilled and is an excellent instructor. I appreciate so much the very practical nature of his instruction!" J.W. (Oct. 2023)
"Refreshed and organized information about the swallow." R.C. (Oct. 2023)
"Passing the scope, interpretation of swallow disorders, and the simultaneous views of FEES and VF were very helpful." H.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Viewing the video recordings of the scopes was beneficial." R.K. (Sep. 2023)
"Comparison of VFSS to FEES and how they differ was helpful. I liked the images of the pharynx and larynx." K.C. (Aug. 2023)
"Good, clear explanations. Imaging swallow dysfunction was a beneficial topic. I liked the opportunity to view swallows in both real-time and in slow motion." E.H. (Jul. 2023)
"Excellent information with a clear, slow presentation during anatomy presentations." K.G. (Jun. 2023)
"Every part of this presentation was informative and important. It has been several years since I last completed FEES. I am starting a new job and they want someone to do FEES. It was helpful to review the anatomy so many times and to review each video several times to truly assess the swallow. Loved how many times the speaker reviewed the videos to clearly visualize the swallow." T.F. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the video examples of the FEES exams. I found Dr. Murray's descriptions and analysis very helpful. The outline and chapter format were beneficial to my learning. Having the pdf of the slides was a nice bonus." S.M. (Jun. 2023)
"Placement of the scope and all of the anatomical information was beneficial. I liked the vivid videos and images with detailed information." K.S. (Mar. 2023)
"The overall thoroughness of this course was exceptional. I am an experienced endoscopist but haven't been practicing for some time, and I found this course to be extremely informational. I will recommend this course to new and experienced endoscopists!" M.M. (Feb. 2023)
"Tips on how to interpret images and infer correctly deficits. Clear explanations by Joseph Murray and various videos." F.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Indications of use of FEES vs Fluoroscopy. Course was organized and easy to follow for beginners." L.R. (Jan. 2023)
"The considerations for implementation of FEES, general protocol, and review of the observation period prior to initiation of the exam. I also found the images of the Yale Residue Scale helpful. I appreciated the side by side MBS and FEES views; also, the resources and research studies to clarify findings and engage clinical thinking skills. Very helpful." K.O. (Jan. 2023)
"Detailed views and discussion of swallows. Footage of real swallows and intervention discussion was beneficial." S.W. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the examples with analysis, indications for choosing FEES, and visual examples with instructor describing." L.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I enjoyed the side-by-side VFSS/FEES images and the great review of anatomy. I also enjoyed the level of detail and direct applicability to my practice." L.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Dr. Murray is an excellent presenter and his rate of speaking was great to process the more complex information." J.C. (Dec. 2022)
"The instructor was very informative and kept the material interesting and understandable. I liked the discussion of FEES vs MBS - pros and cons." A.K. (Nov. 2022)
"How to infer aspiration during the swallow despite the period of white-out was beneficial. I liked the multiple video examples." C.G. (Nov. 2022)
"All of it was great! We are starting FEES by SLPs in the spring. I liked all of the examples." M.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Video examples were helpful." V.B. (Nov. 2022)
"The imaging swallowing dysfunction section was beneficial to my practice. Lots of examples and videos." S.B. (Oct. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." H.H. (Sept. 2022)
"This is my first introduction to FEES. I liked everything about this course - very helpful!" E.N. (Aug. 2022)
"I found the discussion re: the differences in retention ratings between FEES and VFSS interesting. It will make me consider what retention visualized on VFSS might look like via FEES and vice versa, and consider whether I'd make differing recommendations." R.K. (Aug. 2022)
"Easy to follow and pick up where you left off. Good review of anatomy and physiology with FEES process/protocol." K.C. (Aug. 2022)
"It was well organized with a good balance of research and practical knowledge." R.K. (Aug. 2022)
"Good videos with explanation. The entire presentation was beneficial." E.N. (Aug. 2022)
"I love Joe Murray. Very clear delivery of information. Very easy-to-listen-to voice. Would love to see more continuing ed from him on NSS." K.I. (June 2022)
"Liked the use of patient videos and review of footage w/ narration of anatomic and physiologic findings." R.R. (June 2022)
"Practical applications and in-depth discussion of physiological inferences from exam." M.J. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the comparison of VFSS to FEES in real time. The course was comprehensive by a highly reputable presenter." A.W. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked all the videos of FEES and anatomy explanations." C.H. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the discussion about what you can and can't visualize with FEES. Effectiveness of FEES in identifying aspiration events vs. results of VFSS." K.W. (Dec. 2021)
"The presenter is clear and effective in communicating information. I enjoyed being able to replay the footage to review the video more closely." M.B. (Dec. 2021)
"Video examples of FEES instrumentation were great." L.R. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked all of it as I'm trying to start a FEES program. Knowledge of presenter was excellent." L.A. (Dec. 2021)
"The chapter "imaging swallow function and dysfunction" was helpful. Liked that it was online. I could start the course when it suited me and my schedule. And as a non-native English speaker the ability to pause and rewind helped me a lot during the course." F.H. (Dec. 2021)
"Good case studies. Liked the recommendations/interventions of FEES - why it is important in assisting with best practice dysphagia management program." L.E. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the side by side orientations of VFSS and FEES. Rate of information was good, and the visual representations along with verbal representations, and segmented chapters." J.S. (Dec. 2021)
"Good review of the complexity of fees. Liked convenience of an online course." J.H. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the overall description of FEES and indications for practice. And that I could do on my own time." L.R. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked all of it. One of the best courses I've ever taken on this platform." A.B. (Oct. 2021)
"I enjoyed everything before performing the FEES and how thorough he was in his explanations." Q.L. (May 2021)
“I liked that this course had a lot of actual FEES footage as examples.” C.M. (May 2021)
“Excellent presenter! Very knowledgeable, with excellent visuals to support his teaching. Easy to listen to.” K.M. (Apr. 2021)
“The presentation provided numerous advantages of FEES that are not typically discussed. The visual demonstrations provided to show the benefits of FEES to diagnoses.” D.J. (Apr. 2021)
“All topics were very beneficial to my daily practice as an Acute Care SLP. I particularly enjoyed the side by side comparisons of FEES vs MBS.” A.L. (Feb. 2021)
“I found the discussion of actual procedure completion helpful (ie placement of scope during passage and after entrance). I also found all provided videos in conjunction with lecture very helpful as well.” R.K. (Feb. 2021)
"All of the information was excellent and can be used in my practice. I appreciated the views of the FEES/videos. This has been one of the best online courses I have ever completed." E.A. (Jan 2021)
Presenter: George Barnes, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
In this presentation, you'll find that aspiration pneumonia might not be exactly what you thought it was. Learn how an evidence-based approach to evaluation and management can reduce risk. Course includes multiple case examples to describe the complex interplay between dysphagia, aspiration, and pneumonia. Most importantly, this course includes practical takeaways that can be used to improve your clinical practice immediately. Course focus is the adult population.... more+
"The discussion about questions to ask when assessing and the idea of "Zooming out" to see the big picture was helpful. I appreciated the speaker's thorough knowledge on the subject, clearness with descriptions, examples and visual materials. Case studies were very helpful." L.S. (Aug. 2024)
"Entire course was beneficial. Great graphics and great presentation." E.B. (Aug. 2024)
"Thickened benefits vs thin and assessment were beneficial topics. I also liked the interventions." R.R. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the breakdown of signs of infection and more info about AP in detail." E.B. (Aug. 2024)
"Details regarding pneumonia and discussion regarding dysphagia were beneficial. The course was easy to understand." L.H. (Aug. 2024)
"I appreciate the reminder that non oral means of nutrition do not decrease aspiration or pneumonia risk, and that decreased coughing with thickened liquids does not necessarily mean decreased aspiration. Helpful infographics." A.S. (Jul. 2024)
"All of the topics were helpful. Loved it. I liked that I was able to take it from home and ability to stop at any point." A.H. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial discussing that aspiration does not always cause aspiration pneumonia. I liked the information on basics about pneumonia and research-supported information." S.G. (Jun. 2024)
"Excellent presentation that was well explained and taught." B.P. (Jun. 2024)
"Factoring in everything before determining whether to thicken liquids. Nice visuals and well organized." J.R. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial discussions included the discussion regarding thickened liquids, discussion regarding PPI/H2 blockers increasing risk for aspiration PNA due to increased bacterial load in stomach acid, and the discussion regarding how chronically abnormal patient positioning can result in CXR noting infiltrate in areas other than lower right lobe." T.R. (Jun. 2024)
"Specific information about the lungs and the microbiome there was beneficial. I liked the thoroughness and the course was easily accessible with information." A.C. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial breakdown of various types of PNA and the steps that should be taken to obtain accurate dx if aspiration PNA. I liked the case studies provided." H.B. (May. 2024)
"His presentation was so well organized, it was a great review. This web course should be seen by every graduate student contemplating a career in a medical setting. The presentation was put together well. Slides were informative without too much text on each." J.B. (May. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss the harm thickened liquids may cause. Slides and speaker were easy to follow." A.G. (Apr. 2024)
"Assessment and intervention were beneficial. Direct, specific information and explanations." S.C. (Apr. 2024)
"Interventions were helpful. I liked that the course could be completed in my own time." L.M. (Apr. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss the rate of aspiration and the body's ability to tolerate aspirating. I liked the flexibility of taking the course." J.H. (Apr. 2024)
"The information on thickened liquids was beneficial. I enjoyed the discussion of the different types of pneumonia and the case studies." D.H. (Mar. 2024)
"Content relevant to my practice. Discussing free water protocols was helpful." A.M. (Mar. 2024)
"Differential diagnosis and ongoing diagnosis. I liked the presentation. Easy to understand." C.G. (Mar. 2024)
"I enjoyed the practical knowledge. Discussed how aspiration pneumonia is diagnosed." K.P. (Mar. 2024)
"It was beneficial discussing the disadvantages of thickened liquids. Clear powerpoint slides." D.R. (Mar. 2024)
"The intervention was helpful, and I liked the case studies." T.L. (Mar. 2024)
"The presenter is clearly very knowledgeable. Pathogenesis information and understanding the difference between different pneumonias was helpful. The course was split into bitesize sections." H.B. (Mar. 2024)
"The detailed definition and criteria for aspiration pneumonia were beneficial to discuss. I enjoyed the examples and detailed explanation of aspiration pneumonia and the potential causes of it." M.V. (Feb. 2024)
"I learned a lot of helpful data/facts that I can use to support my recommendations with staff and pt/family. I did not know starch-based thickeners were worse if aspirated." K.O. (Feb. 2024)
"The presenter presented the info in a clear, organized manner. I liked discussing the updated research and its implications on treatment." L.R. (Feb. 2024)
"Discerning whether or not to recommend thickened liquids was helpful to discuss." L.S. (Feb. 2024)
"The portion about intervention was beneficial. I liked the case studies." J.B. (Feb. 2024)
"The strategies to implement day to day were great and will be useful to me." L.S. (Feb. 2024)
"The discussion of the use of PPIs and antacids increasing the risk of aspiration pneumonia was helpful. Good flow, clear and concise, lots of research cited." K.K. (Feb. 2024)
"The 3 criteria for diagnosing pneumonia and charts showing when to recommend an MBSS were beneficial. Also the discussion of people not preferring thickened liquids and risks of aspirating the thickeners. I liked seeing the speaker." D.H. (Feb. 2024)
"Comprehensive review of lung function and pneumonia. Enjoyed the use of case studies to illustrate topic points." K.B. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing the thickener issue was helpful. I liked the flexible viewing time and pace." W.L. (Jan. 2024)
"More info regarding thickened liquids was beneficial. To the point information." R.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Actually, all of the topics are beneficial for daily practice. I liked that the course was easy to attend." B.A. (Dec. 2023)
"Very well presented course! Extremely well put together and easy to follow. So much useful information. Assessment and risk management were beneficial topics." J.F. (Dec. 2023)
"The water protocol research was beneficial. I liked the case studies." C.V. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing aspiration pneumonitis vs. aspiration pneumonia vs. ventilator-associated aspiration pneumonia was beneficial. I really liked the idea of 'small baby steps and inching forward' for our medically complex patients. The material was presented in a way that was easy to understand." V.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Thin vs thick liquids. Straight forward course, easy to understand, and relevant to daily practice." J.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Very comprehensive and easy to follow course. I liked the thought-provoking grey areas of dysphagia diagnostics." S.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The pathophysiology of pna and timeline for developing aspiration pna were beneficial to discuss. I enjoyed the presentation style and repetition of key points for educating the medical team." K.F. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the discussions on the resilience of our lungs, the diagnostic protocol of aspiration pneumonia, and to be mindful that it can sometimes be overdiagnosed. The PowerPoint presentations were excellent, and George was very good." R.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Functional information. Beneficial discussions of water and ice chip protocol." J.W. (Dec. 2023)
"Actually, every topic in the course either 1) confirmed and backed up with research information that I already use daily or 2) synthesized very important new information for me to use every day. The pace, explanation of terminology, and synthesis of information with easy-to-understand research examples were all super helpful. The case studies were on-point for explaining his information, too." G.S. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed the discussion on the interventions and how to have genuine conversations with patients as to why to use thickened liquids for short periods of time to aid in their improvement." R.J. (Nov. 2023)
"The over-reactivity of our profession to clinical signs of aspiration was a beneficial topic. I liked the algorithms to intervention." K.G. (Nov. 2023)
"Water and ice protocols were beneficial topics. I liked the discussion on how most patients do not like thickened liquids and interventions for such." M.G. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing the difference between Aspiration pneumonia and other types of pneumonia and the benefits and downsides of thickener were beneficial." R.B. (Nov. 2023)
"Clear, concise presentation of information. I enjoyed the comparison of information related to the use of thin versus thickened liquids." J.M. (Nov. 2023)
"The decision-making diagrams and encouragement to look at the big picture were helpful. I liked the ease of taking this course and the use of a viewable speaker while having slides." M.G. (Nov. 2023)
"Applicable to my long term care setting." K.B. (Nov. 2023)
"Assessing the whole picture. I liked the case studies." M.V. (Nov. 2023)
"Reviewed ways to help manage aspiration pneumonia and how to care for our patients most effectively. I liked the speaker's passion for this topic and population." E.B. (Oct. 2023)
"My bedside evaluations and chart reviews are more accurate after this course. The presenter was most knowledgeable." K.D. (Oct. 2023)
"Discussing thin vs nectar thick liquids was beneficial." J.H. (Oct. 2023)
"Great examples and clear presentation of the information. Changes my views and recommendations of aspiration pneumonia." S.H. (Oct. 2023)
"Extremely practical information for the patients I work with daily. I liked the 3 criteria for diagnosis of pneumonia and evaluating the use of thickened liquids." R.J. (Oct. 2023)
"Very informative course with good information. Utilizing case history information when diagnosing aspiration pneumonia was beneficial." M.S. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the clinical relevance. All the various risk factors for developing pneumonia were beneficial." J.R. (Oct. 2023)
"Clear, concise, good pace. I liked the thickened liquid discussion." R.W. (Oct. 2023)
"Excellent instruction. I liked all of it." S.E. (Oct. 2023)
"The speaker was clear and engaging. I liked the assessment and treatment information." N.D. (Oct. 2023)
"Research based. Practical application." A.C. (Oct. 2023)
"Well organized. Easy to follow. Great review." J.T. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning other causes of Aspiration Pneumonia other than dysphagia. I liked the info about contributing factors." D.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Oral hygiene/oral bacteria (I did not know about increased oral health risks for people with diabetes!), risks for thickened liquids & thickened liquid properties, and stages of PNA were all beneficial topics. Cited articles. There were a number that I was not aware of, and I can't wait to read them! I also appreciate the teaching method. There was a re-visiting of previously presented materials that helped to reinforce learning." E.K. (Oct. 2023)
"Well organized. Easy to follow." J.T. (Oct. 2023)
"Discussing the criteria for pneumonia and reinforcing that aspiration does not always equate to aspiration pneumonia." A.R. (Sep. 2023)
"It was beneficial to discuss the causes of aspiration pneumonia and that certain liquids may increase the chance of developing pneumonia more than others." D.L. (Sep. 2023)
"Easy to follow and practical course. Holistic approach to determining aspiration pneumonia." S.C. (Sep. 2023)
"Wonderful speaker. Differentiated community acquired vs health care environment. Delightful course!" J.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Functional information including standardized assessment tools and detailed descriptions of Free Water / Ice Chip Protocols. I liked the holistic theme of this course." T.W. (Sep. 2023)
"This course was excellent. I liked the way the course was organized. I liked seeing the presenter during the presentation." M.T. (Sep. 2023)
"Discussing high vs low risk patients was beneficial. I liked how this course talked about clinical use of the information." R.S. (Sep. 2023)
"This material should be required in the training of all SLPs. I appreciated the "bigger picture" perspective and in my 21 years of experience with critically ill hospital patients, I found most of the points on target. I had never thought about the effects that thickened liquids might have on medication absorption. The course information was real world, well-supported and commiserate with my own experiences." C.W. (Sep. 2023)
"The entire course was excellent! Everything was of benefit to my clinical practice. I had not heard of this presenter prior to taking this course. He is an excellent instructor." H.S. (Sep. 2023)
"I appreciated the entirety of this discussion. I liked the visuals and the notes." M.F. (Sep. 2023)
"The course was applicable to my job. I liked the case examples." E.D. (Sep. 2023)
"All of the content will be beneficial. Great explanations and visual supports/handouts." K.P. (Sep. 2023)
"Discussing the risks of aspiration pneumonia was beneficial. I liked the information related to best ways to assess risk." P.B. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the information regarding water protocol. And all of the case studies." K.C. (Aug. 2023)
"I have a better understanding now of aspiration. The entire course was very informative and practical." J.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I enjoyed all of the course. Good information and graphics." E.N. (Aug. 2023)
"Concise, good speaker, good slides. I liked the discussion of thick versus thin liquids." L.S. (Aug. 2023)
"It was beneficial to discuss the differential diagnoses of pneumonia and the pathogenesis of pneumonia in general. I liked the amount of information presented on each slide and the incorporation of case studies." E.V. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the specific information to describe AP, the thoughts about considering the whole person and overall picture and not just dysphagia concerns and results, and the intervention suggestions and considerations. This course presented clear and complete information, and also charts and examples to really help us consider the best recommendations based on the individual patient." J.S. (Aug. 2023)
"The consideration of reflux in assessment was beneficial. I liked the direct information." K.D. (Aug. 2023)
"It was beneficial to understand pna more specifically the role of thickener and issues in the decision-making process. I liked that the case studies were to the point about dysphagia/asp pna." C.P. (Jul. 2023)
"This course was informative and useful. I liked the discussions around bedside swallow assessment and difficulties of assessment." H.C. (Jul. 2023)
"Very informative and helpful in long-term care practice as well as for acute rehab setting. It was beneficial to discuss diet texture choices in relation to comorbidities." T.H. (Jul. 2023)
"This course was absolutely fantastic! I liked all of it!" L.D. (Jul. 2023)
"Discussing the difference between community and hospital infection of patients was beneficial. And how a normal breather protects their lungs." C.T. (Jul. 2023)
"Pros and cons of the use of thickened liquids was a beneficial topic. I liked the course organization." D.H. (Jul. 2023)
"The case studies were very interesting and most helpful. It was beneficial differentiating between the different types of pneumonia. The handout was very easy to follow, and the speaker was very clear. The content was extremely helpful." L.H. (Jul. 2023)
"Nice graphics and good case studies." J.A. (Jul. 2023)
Presenter: Teresa Roberts, EdD, CCC-SLP
This course will provide an overview of ethical decision-making models in relation to cultural factors, compassion fatigue and burnout related to work stressors. Ethical decision-making will be examined through the lens of self-reflective practices. Resources for navigating compassion fatigue and burnout will be provided. Content is applicable for SLPs working with both adult and pediatric populations.... more+
"The self-reflective practices of pausing, observing, reflecting, and studying were beneficial. I tend to work without pausing, and this is extremely important. I liked the examples and specific details." J.P. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the idea of stepping back from the extra stuff to advance and just do a good job with the basic requirements to be able to find better balance and refresh. The speaker was very nice to listen to. She presented the information well." J.F. (Aug. 2024)
"Simple, easy way to look at ethics in our field. Direct and to the point information." A.S. (Aug. 2024)
"I loved the sections on compassion fatigue and burnout. The speaker was very knowledgeable." J.S. (Aug. 2024)
"I was so impressed with this course that I bought the book "The Burnout Challenge" by Maslach and Leiter that was referenced by this speaker. The combination of the book and this course has made a huge difference in how I view my current place of employment. I took this course because I am currently feeling like the "canary in the coal mine" and that my place of employment is the classic "burnout shop" referenced in the book by Maslach and Leiter. Thank you for validating me and my feelings! This course helped me to stop blaming myself and realize how much of a "mismatch" I am for my place of employment." A.H. (Aug. 2024)
"The recommended article and books regarding Quiet Quitting and Burnout & Fatigue were helpful. The presenter was organized and appeared to understand the material in an empathetic manner." K.C. (Aug. 2024)
"This course made me look at things from a different perspective." L.T. (Aug. 2024)
"I thought that increasing awareness of "quiet quitting" as well as specific strategies to combat burnout was helpful, especially seeking out varied responsibilities within the workplace. This course validated some of the ways I have felt in the last 1.5 years as well as gave me some strategies to implement moving forward in my new position. I also like how it incorporated how burnout can impact ethics in our field." C.M. (Aug. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss how to create changes to avoid making the same mistakes that lead to burnout. The course was clear and concise." K.A. (Aug. 2024)
"Advice on preventing burnout was beneficial. I am now rethinking some things like defining my identity apart from my work." A.R. (Aug. 2024)
"Very concise review of ethics. I liked that she addressed burnout...much needed." C.P. (Aug. 2024)
"I enjoyed hearing about strategies that I can immediately put into practice when faced with decision-making. Acknowledgment of burnout and fatigue with ways to personally protect myself from this negatively impacting my work." E.P. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked discussing the cause of burnout and how it impacts us ethically." L.S. (Jul. 2024)
"Making the attempt to separate how I view myself as a person vs. my work performance. I would like to implement more movement throughout my day at work to reduce stress. The course was well organized and covered each step in ethical decision-making using examples and clear/concise explanations." A.M. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked discussing how to evaluate yourself if you feel overwhelmed." J.M. (Jul. 2024)
"Specifically, how burnout is defined as being related to your work/career was beneficial. I liked the course pace." P.W. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussion of burnout factors and how to help. Nice review." A.H. (Jul. 2024)
"Strategies for addressing burnout were helpful. I liked learning about burnout vs compassion fatigue." T.K. (Jul. 2024)
"Burnout and compassion fatigue were helpful topics. The course was very straightforward and easy to follow." J.H. (Jul. 2024)
"Quiet-quitting was a beneficial topic. The course was well organized, and the lecturer spoke to me, not at me." V.K. (Jul. 2024)
"Topics specifically related to burnout and factors that contribute to it. Very clear and easy to follow." J.Y. (Jul. 2024)
"Found the information on compassion fatigue really interesting and I like the suggestions on how to target fatigue and burnout." A.F. (Jul. 2024)
"Varied examples of burnout, compassion fatigue, ethical considerations towards self and clients." C.F. (Jul. 2024)
"The topic of burnout and strategies to help with burnout were helpful. The speaker spoke slowly and articulated the topic well." R.N. (Jul. 2024)
"Beneficial discussion about burnout. I appreciated that this course gave strategies to deal with burnout." A.V. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked that the course was self-paced. The burnout identifiers were helpful." S.T. (Jul. 2024)
"Burnout and fatigue strategies were beneficial. The information was direct and I liked the explanations." S.C. (Jul. 2024)
"Helpful models were discussed, and I liked the burnout discussion." M.C. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the length of time. 1 hour was perfect." M.J. (Jul. 2024)
"The topic of burnout is very relevant to the profession due to the workloads and level of engagement required within the scope of practice. The presenter conveyed the information very cohesively." C.R. (Jun. 2024)
"Addressing stress strategies was helpful. Articulated challenges in our jobs very accurately." L.T. (Jun. 2024)
"ALL of the information was beneficial! I wish I had this when I was working through many of these issues in my previous job. Knowing and applying ethics from ASHA's code of ethics along with professional community (other SLPs and CFY), professional ethics to our clients, patient rights, and cultural awareness around us (us and others) is the whole picture that supports what is best for all. I enjoyed the organization of the material and how it layered in gaining knowledge: ASHA ethics, how to recognize ethical dilemmas and common ones, & learning how to work through different scenarios and situations. I enjoyed that the material was easy to understand as well as the calmness of the speaker in her delivery." P.N. (Jun. 2024)
"Different models of ethics and burnout were helpful. I liked the learnability of info presented." C.T. (Jun. 2024)
"Talking about what causes compassion fatigue and burnout, as well as ways to address it, like quiet quitting. It was also beneficial to see the jobs demands/ jobs resources model. The course was educational and also somewhat therapeutic to talk about this subject." J.M. (Jun. 2024)
"The burnout section was beneficial. The presenter gave some good references at the end. I am especially interested to read more about "Quiet Quitting"." L.K. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial strategies to combat burnout. I liked the course's convenience." S.S. (Jun. 2024)
"Reflection and ethical action were helpful to discuss. Good presenter, information, examples." L.A. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial discussions about the relationship between ethics and burnout. And the idea that burnout can come from something more global or infrastructural. Short and informative." R.Z. (Jun. 2024)
""Silent quitting" is a new concept to me. I want to take a more active effort to seek out more active ways to manage burnout so that it does not lead to "silent quitting". I liked the organization of course and new concepts." L.W. (May 2024)
"I enjoyed the discussion of burnout." J.O. (May 2024)
"I appreciated the reminder about being ethical during everyday normal activities in our field e.g. providing supervision to CF." J.O. (Apr. 2024)
"ASHA Code of Ethics and Burnout Strategies were beneficial to discuss. The course was very informative and not too long." D.M. (Apr. 2024)
"The discussion of pausing when considering ethics in the workplace was helpful. The presenter was very knowledgeable, and the information is pertinent to current workplace issues." L.B. (Apr. 2024)
"It was beneficial discussing burnout and quiet quitting, which are both at a seemingly all-time high in our profession! This speaker was pleasant and spoke at a good pace." R.G. (Apr. 2024)
"The course was both informative and concise and is applicable to a variety of workplace settings." M.R. (Apr. 2024)
"I appreciated the long list of strategies for addressing burnout and the detailed descriptions of how those strategies may look and work to benefit us as providers." E.M. (Apr. 2024)
"I enjoyed the pace and breakdown of the course." B.C. (Apr. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss some strategies for stress. The speaker was easy to listen to." K.K. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing how to manage burnout in effective ways was beneficial. The course was quick and helpful." G.D. (Mar. 2024)
"Helpful strategies and different causes of burnout/fatigue. I enjoyed the ease of learning and presentation." D.G. (Mar. 2024)
"The strategies to address burnout were helpful. I liked discussing the need for societal change." S.O. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the instructor! The area re: ASHA's Code of Ethics in its historical context was beneficial." T.C. (Mar. 2024)
"I had never heard of compassion fatigue. I learned a lot. I liked the strategies to address burnout." A.E. (Mar. 2024)
"Strategies for when an ethical concern arises were helpful. Good pacing and good advice." A.P. (Mar. 2024)
"Hearing about burnout strategies was beneficial. I liked that the course was only an hour." A.M. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked that I could relate to this course. Discussing compassion fatigue was helpful." A.A. (Mar. 2024)
"This course was easy to follow and understand. Discussed external factors that may affect ethical decision-making." L.T. (Mar. 2024)
"I appreciated the compassion for the worker. Causes and consequences of burnout." M.C. (Mar. 2024)
"Speaking about compassion fatigue and the results it may have was helpful. I liked the quick-paced information provided." J.P. (Feb. 2024)
"Strategies to improve work burnout were helpful. I liked the breakdown of what causes work burnout and how to prevent it." J.S. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked how applicable this course was." J.R. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing work-life balance was beneficial. I liked the short length of the course." M.M. (Feb. 2024)
"Recognition of burnout and ways to combat it. The course was clear and brief." K.M. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked that this course helps fulfill ASHA maintenance requirements for ETHICS. Easy to follow." B.S. (Jan. 2024)
"All of this course made sense! I liked that it was quick and easy!" A.L. (Jan. 2024)
"This course confirmed much of what I knew about professional burnout. It reminded me to be aware. I enjoyed having the outline and test ahead of time. I went through and answered the questions beforehand to compare as I went along. I liked that a lot." M.C. (Jan. 2024)
"The scientific studies on burnout were beneficial. Very organized course." D.F. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the resources on burnout. I really liked that the presenter's face was on the screen as she was talking; it felt like I was taking a live webinar." A.N. (Jan. 2024)
"The section that discussed strategies for addressing burnout was very helpful. I have experienced burnout in the last year. Some of the suggestions were things I didn't think would ease burnout, and I will happily try to implement them. I liked that the course is on-demand. Finding time for scheduled CEU courses is difficult with work and family, so being able to complete it on my own time/schedule is a major benefit." A.V. (Jan. 2024)
"The discussion on cultural values and decision-making was beneficial. I enjoyed the speaker and what she had to say about this topic." L.L. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing the things to watch out for as I am a sole proprietor was helpful. I liked the ease of access for meeting my ethics requirement." C.M. (Jan. 2024)
"The section about compassion fatigue and the strategies for addressing burnout was relatable at the moment. I liked that the course was online." M.B. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked being able to take the course at my convenience. I also enjoyed the resources for burnout and compassion fatigue." R.L. (Jan. 2024)
"The information about compassion fatigue and burnout - what they are, how to recognize and causes. I am especially thankful that the discussion did not end at that point and rather went into possible ways to handle these situations/feelings. I enjoyed the organization of the information. Thank you so much for this information. Reading blogs and talking with colleagues - so many of us need this information." K.B. (Dec. 2023)
"The two books she mentioned and the article were helpful. I really liked the part about quiet quitting and ways to get yourself out of burnout. I also liked the presenter's style and voice!" J.S. (Dec. 2023)
"As an employer and practicing clinician, this course had good information for me as a leader and increased awareness of my staff regarding these issues. The course was easy to understand and had good resources." S.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing systemic and organizational issues leading to burnout and strategies for mitigating the effects of burnout was beneficial. I liked the overall relevance of the content." R.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial clarification around ethical practices while supervising a CF and information around burnout. All of the information and resources provided were helpful." B.B. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed the presentation of material in an organized framework." S.D. (Dec. 2023)
"Learning how to question systems of power in relation to ethical considerations. Provided real practical solutions for addressing and preventing compassion fatigue and burnout." K.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the discussion on defining burnout and its impact on overall satisfaction." J.O. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked that the presenter provided a visual of the PowerPoint to follow along and take notes. The topic of burnout is very relevant right now with an exponentially rising caseload!" A.B. (Dec. 2023)
"The reminder of ASHA code of ethics was good and also the reminder that I am working with others who also have a code of ethics. The speaker spoke clearly and was personable." A.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Looking at burnout and how I respond to that is ethical in nature was helpful. I liked the ways to help myself not find my identity in my busyness and work. Strategies to self-reflect and keep life/work balance." L.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the available handouts that I could download for future reference." J.L. (Dec. 2023)
"I talk to my colleagues about taking time outside of work; I am glad this is research-supported. The information was well presented in a very professional but friendly tone." H.W. (Dec. 2023)
"Everything about fatigue and burnout was helpful! I was part of these scenarios last school year when the job demands exceeded the capacity to work effectively. I liked knowing I am not alone with burnout in the field." A.B. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed the information about burnout. The information was clearly presented (Ms. Roberts' voice is easy to listen to!); Ms. Roberts presented relevant and interesting information about burnout itself and as much time on possible solutions to preempt / deal with it." M.B. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the calm nature of the speaker and a realistic view of our field." A.R. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the notion that issues beyond the specific job can affect how the job is working or not working for someone. Discussing the range of factors that affect ethics and burnout and the fact that ethics and burnout are interconnected was beneficial." A.A. (Dec. 2023)
"This whole course was of benefit to me." D.T. (Dec. 2023)
"Very clear, concise, empathetic delivery." S.A. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial strategies for understanding and using various techniques to support workplace pressure. I liked the breakdown of recommended strategies for managing workplace pressure along with the additional resources cited, including websites/books." J.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Succinct and straightforward information. Discussing ways to address burnout both in and out of the workplace was helpful." V.C. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed the self-care reminders to reduce the risk of burnout." M.N. (Dec. 2023)
"Conversational, relatable presentation style. Implementing strategies for burnout, including shifting focus, were beneficial." S.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Easy to understand and clear explanations." G.A. (Dec. 2023)
"This course made me reflect on my challenges in the work setting. It was like looking at a mirror!" M.M. (Nov. 2023)
"Easy to follow course. She was a good presenter. Learning how to maintain your sanity in the daily hospital setting when working with pt's who have sustained trauma." M.M. (Nov. 2023)
"After this course, I have an increased awareness around compassion fatigue (of clients, their families, and my co-workers). I will continue to embrace the recent work shift of using outside providers to help with the workload and share that openness with colleagues. I will continue my quest to improve my own quality and quantity of sleep and consider ways in which I can 'Quit Quietly' - striving to do the bare minimum (without guilt) and continuing to strive to set boundaries around work time. I'll also remember that time does not need to be used for continual improvement and use this as 'permission' to try to live this idea." G.T. (Nov. 2023)
"I enjoyed looking at the whole picture of elements that contribute to burnout." E.S. (Nov. 2023)
"I found this topic helpful because all of us experience burnout throughout our careers. I found the recommendation of strategies to be helpful." S.H. (Nov. 2023)
"Course was quick and to the point. I liked the discussion regarding separating work from personal life." S.F. (Nov. 2023)
"I found the presentation to be very informative, and I liked how the presenter brought ASHA’s Code of Ethics into the discussion. Her delivery of the presentation was efficient and informative. The PowerPoint was well prepared and helpful as a visual guide to refer to as she spoke. I liked the fact that there were many practical examples regarding professional burnout and how we can recognize its occurrence and implement strategies to remediate it." J.B. (Nov. 2023)
"Very interesting course - enjoyed the discussion on compassion fatigue and burnout. Ease of access, good information." A.P. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing how to decrease stress in the workplace was beneficial. The presenter was clear with a pleasant voice." S.K. (Nov. 2023)
"Dynamic speaker. I liked the suggestions for decreasing burnout." J.R. (Nov. 2023)
"The issues discussed were highly relevant to the profession. The discussion on how to overcome burnout was helpful. Great suggestions! The course was well presented. It flowed well and was easy to understand." A.C. (Nov. 2023)
"The various decision tree models are a great reminder of how to remember where you should be in the decision-making process. I enjoyed the additional resources provided on how to help with burnout." E.M. (Nov. 2023)
"This concept applies not only to myself but also to colleagues that I work closely with every day. I liked that the course was online, and I could access the content when I wanted and could review as needed." L.E. (Nov. 2023)
"Simple and well laid out explanation of burnout and how to help feel more useful." K.A. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked just about everything! The presenter and manner of her speaking, clearly and reflectively; the diagrams within the presentation materials; very meaningful content that is applicable as well to other health care and pastoral care professions. It was helpful to me to reflect back on my career - to see what sustained me and enabled me to maintain sincere human contact with my patients and also to see how I lost sight of work/life balance. It also validates my concern about the profession becoming more business-oriented than professional-oriented in the perspective of employers." E.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Realistic course. Learning how to manage work life balance." C.H. (Nov. 2023)
"This course gave tangible solutions to help avoid burnout. I liked pausing and analyzing my breathing." C.G. (Nov. 2023)
"Very informative and provides good information on a topic that we all likely struggle with." S.J. (Nov. 2023)
"Offered validity of our exhaustion and burnout in the field." S.M. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing burnout as a system-level infrastructural problem was beneficial. As a policy/systems-minded person, I was invigorated by this novel line of research/thinking." S.H. (Oct. 2023)
"Practical suggestions to ethics in the workplace and offered suggestions for dealing with stress." L.F. (Oct. 2023)
"This course was a wonderful integrative approach to Ethics and Burnout. Discussing the concept of Quiet Quitting and the reasons behind it was helpful." B.B. (Oct. 2023)
"The presenter was knowledgeable and communicated information well. Burnout and job demands. Using advocacy for self-care." K.S. (Oct. 2023)
"I found this course to be very truthful and real. I liked the topic of self-reflective practices. I also liked how the speaker explained compassion fatigue." M.D. (Oct. 2023)
"I think this framework for burnout is really important for anyone who works with people. I appreciated how the presenter provided some structure around issues related to burnout and fatigue and gave practical strategies for thinking about how to minimize the impact." J.K. (Oct. 2023)
"Compassion fatigue with practical solutions. I liked the realistic nature of this course addressing important topics that are not often discussed." A.P. (Oct. 2023)
"Practical ways to deal with burnout and stress. The focus on work-life balance was beneficial." E.S. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the breakdown of different factors that can contribute to burnout and compassion fatigue. The actions to take to help break the stress cycle were beneficial." L.S. (Oct. 2023)
"Easy, informative ethics course! The strategies for burnout and stress were helpful. I also really learned from the job demands-resources model. That made so much sense to my particular situation." S.S. (Oct. 2023)
"Specific suggestions for addressing burnout - including collective action. Learning dangers of burnout and how it can lead to poor ethical decision making." C.B. (Oct. 2023)
"The presenter's style was clear and concise - easy to follow and understand. I liked the discussion regarding managing burnout." B.M. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the specific ideas for helping with compassion fatigue and burnout." C.C. (Oct. 2023)
"Advocating for self/others in the profession to reduce burnout, which can lead to problems with ethical decision making, representing the profession well by ethical behavior, and slowing down to consider ethical pathways rather than rushing to "solve" a problem without considering who is impacted (power dynamics)." A.B. (Sep. 2023)
"Understanding the Job Demands-Resource model was the most beneficial because it will better help me advocate for myself in the workplace. I liked how concise this course was." R.P. (Sep. 2023)
"Great speaker. Strategies to avoid burnout." S.A. (Sep. 2023)
"Ethical dilemmas and ways to handle them. Understanding that integrity is important in the field of Speech-Language Pathology. I liked the discussion that perfectionism is not expected, but respect for all involved is most important." F.D. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the models of ethical decision-making. This course gave me a framework with which to consider potential ethical dilemmas I observe in others and myself, as well as a framework to solve them that is positive and a context to view all the possible factors related to burnout and how to cope with it." J.Y. (Sep. 2023)
"This course was informative and succinct; easy to digest and apply information; the examples used were relevant. It was beneficial identifying differences between compassion fatigue and burnout as well as resources to manage these." H.C. (Sep. 2023)
"I enjoyed that this course is clinician-focused. The information regarding how to avoid burnout will be useful in helping me maintain habits that can prevent this from happening." R.A. (Sep. 2023)
"This course made me think and reflect on how my own experiences have shaped my ethics." L.S. (Sep. 2023)
"The information about job burnout was most interesting to me. I liked that the presenter spoke plainly and clearly. The accompanying handout relates well to the course." M.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Talked about burnout and the reality of our jobs." B.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Ways to combat burnout and support each other at work was helpful. The speaker was pleasant." E.N. (Sep. 2023)
"Very clear and easy to follow. I liked learning about compassion fatigue." J.P. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the strategies to help with burnout, and the different steps in ethical decision making." S.S. (Sep. 2023)
"References and recommendations for addressing burnout. I liked that course was presented in a non-judgmental way." C.S. (Sep. 2023)
"I was able to personally identify with all of the topics presented. "Quiet quitting" as it applies to being able to manage work responsibilities was a beneficial topic." M.C. (Aug. 2023)
"This course was well-organized and had a commonsense approach to the topic. I benefitted from the information about strategies for decreasing feelings of burnout." H.W. (Aug. 2023)
"Improved self-reflection. Speaker was very calming and well versed on this subject." K.S. (Aug. 2023)
"Discussing diversification of work responsibilities was beneficial. I liked the strategies to help burnout." K.G. (Aug. 2023)
"The presenter was pleasant and knowledgeable." T.O. (Aug. 2023)
"Easy to understand course with practical solutions. Strategies for workplace burnout." S.M. (Aug. 2023)
"The presenter was charming and knowledgeable. Choosing when and when not to focus on excellence was beneficial. And prioritizing setting up a system that does not result in burnout." T.B. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the provided models for working through an ethical dilemma. As SLPs we love using frameworks, and having some structure to help work through that type of situation will be very beneficial. I liked that presenter was willing to stand up and say, in effect, that my work and profession aren’t the only important things in my life. And helping us all to be comfortable and more confident in standing up for our personal lives too when the work/life balance becomes heavily weighted on the work side." J.D. (Jul. 2023)
"The presenter was concise and stayed on topic. I liked the review of common ethical dilemmas, ethical decision-making models, and general considerations when formulating a plan to address ethical dilemmas. The handout was detailed and covered all of the information shared, which is helpful when wanting to review it at a later time." M.N. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked that this course covered the ethical responsibilities of being in this field along with the challenges of maintaining ethical practice when compassion fatigue and burnout become factors." S.P. (Jul. 2023)
"Outstanding presenter and handouts. Most surprising strategy to address burnout - was to seek out varied work-related responsibilities. Also, the idea of "Quiet Quitting" was eye-opening." M.A. (Jul. 2023)
"I appreciated how the subject of burnout was explored in greater depth along with viable solutions to address it." A.M. (Jul. 2023)
"The speaker was excellent, and the information on the two topic areas was informative, relatable, and to the point. The information on ethics was a great reminder of ethical responsibilities as an SLP. I really loved the compassion burnout topic." M.C. (Jul. 2023)
"I found the portion of this course dealing with compassion fatigue to be fascinating. I think this course should be required for all therapists." T.T. (Jul. 2023)
"Excellent presentation. I liked that the handouts followed the presentation, so easy to take notes." S.H. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the ideas on how to decrease fatigue and burnout. Course was well organized and informative." D.G. (Jul. 2023)
"I enjoyed the importance of mindfulness concepts to reduce burnout. The lecture was comprehensive, informative, practical, and useful. The information exceeded my expectations." B.D. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the discussion on the Social Context in Ethical Decision Making. This course was informative & enlightening, particularly the presenter's exploration of internal and external factors when considering the dilemma. This course achieved the goals stated in the beginning of the presentation." C.F. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the speaker's style of teaching. She presented her information in an organized way, easy to understand & she used visual aids effectively to support her presentation of concepts. She was well-researched & quite knowledgeable about the subject matter." C.F. (Jun. 2023)
"Successfully presented realistic ethical dilemmas encountered by Speech Pathologists today and suggested possible ways of collaboratively generating solutions." C.F. (Jun. 2023)
"This course helped me reflect on how I can support my staff to provide resources and an environment that encourages mindfulness. I liked the reflection about how emails are so task-oriented and that I considered how my relationships with staff who call me frequently are stronger than those for whom email is our primary mode of communication (often due to barriers - schedule usually - beyond my control)." L.H. (Jun. 2023)
"Going through the steps to solve an ethical problem and what attributes to burnout was beneficial. I liked the suggestions on how to help with burnout." J.A. (Jun. 2023)
"Straight forward talk about a very relevant issue. Liked connecting ethics to burnout." K.H. (Jun. 2023)
"Relevancy to today's workplace. I liked the information about compassion fatigue and burnout." K.F. (Jun. 2023)
"All was helpful and increased my understanding and helped shift my perspective. I liked this topic, course organization, and examples provided." W.R. (Jun. 2023)
"This information was applicable and relatable. I truly enjoy my job, and feel like I have tools necessary to continue to enjoy my job for many years to come." K.K. (Jun. 2023)
"Clear instruction. I liked the reminder to vary workload, change it up, and seek novelty." J.F. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the ASHA Code of Ethics information and the strategies for burnout. References are good also for further study. Layout of information was easy to follow and understand." L.W. (Jun. 2023)
"Seeking ways to find specialties to keep you from job burnout and fatigue was beneficial. And providing support for others." A.H. (May 2023)
"Useful information for my overall well-being. Easy to follow course." J.H. (May 2023)
"The presenter was great, and I enjoyed the pace of this course. Liked the strategies for addressing burnout, especially evaluating my workload and seeking out varied work responsibilities." A.D. (May 2023)
"This workshop goes beyond just solving ethical issues and included a lot of good advice for living an authentic life. What really stood out to me was the importance of not making your work your entire identity." S.S. (May 2023)
"Discussing the external factors in the social context of ethical decision making was beneficial. I liked the burnout information and compassion fatigue - confirming that these are a real thing and not related to the person but the reflection on the culture/society as a whole." E.S. (May 2023)
"Learning how to apply ethical decisions in my practice. I liked how well presenter explained everything throughout this course." B.F. (May 2023)
"The presenter packed a lot into one hour and did a good job. I liked the reflection on burnout and compassion fatigue, delineating that there are different models of decision making." I.U. (May 2023)
"The review of ASHA's Code of Ethics along with the discussion of common ethical dilemmas were beneficial. I liked the discussion regarding compassion fatigue and burnout." L.M. (Apr. 2023)
"The topic on compassion fatigue was beneficial. This course addressed burnout as a real problem specific to sustained attention demands." C.J. (Apr. 2023)
"The implications of burnout on ethics! Great resources to continue to explore." J.B. (Apr. 2023)
"General steps in the decision-making process were beneficial. Liked how course addressed the impact burnout could contribute to reduced capacity to make poor ethical judgments." D.W. (Apr. 2023)
"I think the acknowledgment of burnout in itself is immensely helpful. We DO live in a society that values work and efficiency, and we often lack acknowledgment of the emotional fatigue and burnout that can occur even when we love our jobs! Suggestions for mitigation of burnout were presented well and did not feel judgmental if they are not currently being performed." H.R. (Apr. 2023)
"Discussing the ethics in decision-making was beneficial. The speaker was amazingly thorough!! She did a great job of providing examples and her discussion was so detailed." S.D. (Apr. 2023)
"The information was well organized, was meaningful, and presented in an interesting manner. Burnout and compassion fatigue are real topics and, if not considered for resolution, will affect how we interact with our patients and coworkers and affect contentment in our current employment. The wholistic concept is that if we don't have a work-life balance, it actually can have a negative effect on our success and contentment in the workplace." D.F. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the strategies to avoid burnout. And acknowledging the stress of sustained effort." S.W. (Apr. 2023)
"This course was precise and concise. The resources to address burnout were beneficial." D.R. (Apr. 2023)
"Course was very on point and relevant. The discussion of job demands, resources model, and quiet quitting were beneficial. Appreciated the realistic strategies to apply." L.S. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked feeling validated in my fatigue and resources for further improvements. The topic of burnout and compassion fatigue was beneficial." P.W. (Apr. 2023)
"Burnout is a huge issue for our profession right now. I found the topic of compassion fatigue most beneficial. I've heard this term before, and it was helpful to hear it defined. I liked that this course covered ethical decision-making and burnout." S.D. (Apr. 2023)
"Understanding compassion fatigue and its effects on burnout and decision making and moving forward was beneficial. I liked the discussion about burnout and strategies to cope with it." A.B. (Apr. 2023)
"The discussion of cultural aspects of decision-making was beneficial. And I liked the burnout strategies." S.T. (Apr. 2023)
"I enjoyed learning some strategies to reduce burnout. I liked that this course addressed the issue of burnout and how to keep up with our ethical responsibilities as an SLP." M.M. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked that the course was validating to current situations. The topic on decision-making and burnout was beneficial." S.K. (Apr. 2023)
"The idea to leave work at work and catching yourself stressing about work issues after hours and turn it off was beneficial. This course was efficient." A.G. (Apr. 2023)
"This content was relevant. I liked the discussion of ways to address burnout." H.S. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the strategies for decreasing burnout. This course was to the point." C.D. (Apr. 2023)
"Furthered my knowledge of compassion fatigue and burnout. Knowing I’m not alone in those concerns. I liked the suggestions for improvement of burnout." L.D. (Apr. 2023)
"Consideration of community burnout vs. individual burnout was beneficial. I liked feeling acknowledged." J.M. (Apr. 2023)
"Short, on-topic, good presenter." K.M. (Apr. 2023)
"This course showed how unrealistic expectations impact job satisfaction and mental health. I liked the discussion on how work demands affect compassion fatigue." K.F. (Mar. 2023)
"Teresa is a great presenter. I liked the topic on recognizing and coping with burnout/stress." H.C. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the section on Quiet Quitting. And the length of the presentation." J.B. (Mar. 2023)
"Quick course with realistic suggestions. Learning to identify burnout and advocate for self in the workplace was beneficial." H.S. (Mar. 2023)
"An excellent course for all SLPs. We are faced daily with ethical decisions and this course provides strategies. The presenter was excellent! Thank you!" G.J. (Mar. 2023)
"Fantastic course. Appreciated resources cited and use of research to support the message. SLPs often hear of these concepts but addressing them from an evidence-based model is refreshing." A.L. (Feb. 2023)
Presenter: Patrick Rydell, Ed.D., CCC-SLP
In spite of best efforts during therapy sessions, social-communication-behavioral breakdowns may still occur when working with children with ASD. Our interpersonal interactions may unintentionally trigger, or at least contribute to these breakdowns. This course identifies common scenarios in which breakdowns occur, and explains the sources of interactional breakdowns specific to each of the 10 LSP components.... more+
"Entire course is valuable. I loved how videos are used and different scenarios are discussed to reinforce concepts presented." G.S. (Aug. 2024)
"I loved all of the video examples." M.W. (Jul. 2024)
"Including peers during therapy for students with ASD was a beneficial topic. I liked the visual examples." C.C. (May. 2024)
"Loved the soccer practice - soccer game approach and Texas two-step. I enjoyed the video that showed the left-to-right agenda and coaching model." P.B. (May. 2024)
"As a parent with social communication disorder, the very specific examples with video to support I found extremely helpful. Certain techniques were broken down into steps that were not complex to follow. The presenter was clear and was able to have his message understood through the way the lecture was structured." E.L. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing learning style for ASD was beneficial." S.W. (Feb. 2024)
"The strategies to work with traditional moments were helpful. I liked the discussion of the significance of echolalia in children with ASD." A.D. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the video examples and structured walkthroughs of LSP questions and suggestions." L.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Learning which strategies and models best support a child with ASD learning in the classroom. The handouts and the videos worked well together in presenting the information." M.L. (Dec. 2023)
"The inclusion of videos made the course more relatable." K.O. (Dec. 2023)
"The videos specific to each profile were helpful." W.S. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the analysis of what causes communication breakdowns and the resolutions to keep that from happening." T.P. (Nov. 2023)
"Clear presentation style. The concept of who is doing the thinking and to forget about being correct, which can happen later, was beneficial." S.D. (Oct. 2023)
"I found this whole course to be beneficial for my practice. It was very well organized and presented clearly. The instructor is extremely knowledgeable on the subject area and provides practical information that can be applied to daily practice. The use of video examples was wonderful!" A.G. (Oct. 2023)
"I enjoyed when the presenter showed the video of the child with the sensory object of his preference; he fixated on the object only. The presenter gave excellent feedback on how we can help children to gradually fade out desired sensory objects and replace them with new ones without the child throwing severe tantrums. This information is very useful for my daily practice because I do have children with ASD who focus more on objects than people." A.M. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the videos and the handouts, and also how the instructor went through each section with us helping to identify target areas to address as it pertained to each child's area of difficulty." A.M. (Aug. 2023)
"The videos were very helpful." J.C. (Mar. 2023)
"Videos 3 through 10 were the most beneficial for daily practice. I appreciate Dr. Rydell's comprehensive handouts for his courses." L.A. (Feb. 2023)
"Discussion of breakdowns during transitions was beneficial. Course was easy to understand. I liked the classroom examples." J.D. (Feb. 2023)
Presenter: Kaitlyn Shrum, MA, CCC-SLP, QOM
This course will provide a review of the anatomy of respiration, define functional versus dysfunctional breathing, and describe best practices for implementing breathwork into clinical practice. Participants will be able to successfully evaluate clients for dysfunctional breathing and develop a plan of care to improve total health through functional nasal breathing. Course content is applicable for both adult and pediatric populations.... more+
"I enjoyed this topic and learning more about Myo therapy." S.C. (Jul. 2024)
"Beneficial discussion of "average" vs "healthy"/optimal. I liked the topic on lack of adherence to a single therapy/breathing approach." S.R. (Jun. 2024)
"Benefits of nasal breathing for health. I liked the resources." E.W. (Jun. 2024)
"Assessment of breathing as well as the treatment were beneficial. I enjoyed the ease of use and understanding of the subject." S.F. (Jun. 2024)
"A lot of practical and valuable information for assessment, treatment, and home exercise program training for our patients. The examples and review of each section were very helpful and easy to transition into my practice with current patients." M.H. (May. 2024)
"It was beneficial discussing the considerations of breathing postures for certain clients. I liked that I could go at my own pace." J.D. (May. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss the specific implications of mouth breathing vs nasal breathing, and updated assessment and treatment information. I liked that I could take the course at my convenience." R.G. (May. 2024)
"Resting posture for breathing and the importance of nasal breathing were beneficial topics. I liked the incorporation of breath work into clinical practice." L.W. (May. 2024)
"The background information and the resources because these can be shared with anyone, even aging parents to give understanding of the importance of breathing. The instructor was relaxed, used excellent breathing herself. She was also kind and I loved her passion for the topic. Breathing is important for anyone at any stage of life. Additionally, as an experienced SLP, breathing was not covered to this extent in my training 30 years ago. I am personally benefiting already. This will make me a more relaxed therapist....:)." S.G. (Apr. 2024)
"Exercises were helpful. I liked the clear information." J.M. (Apr. 2024)
"Beneficial explanation of nasal breathing exercises and discussion of who and which age groups they are most appropriate for. I liked the video/demonstrations of breathwork, case studies, and discussion of books/reference materials for clients." T.P. (Apr. 2024)
"I enjoyed the presentation and examples." P.T. (Apr. 2024)
"Assessment and treatment sections were beneficial. Very thorough and easily digestible." S.L. (Apr. 2024)
"The breathing assessment was helpful." B.D. (Mar. 2024)
"Learning specific causes of dysfunctional breathing. I enjoyed learning how to help clients use correct breathing techniques." M.D. (Feb. 2024)
"The assessment and treatment ideas were beneficial. I liked the specific case studies." K.F. (Feb. 2024)
"I loved hearing more about the importance of nasal breathing. Hearing about strategies to implement with children/pediatrics will be most helpful to my practice. The presenter was easy to understand and had nice, clear explanations. Very organized and nice video examples." K.G. (Jan. 2024)
"Beneficial discussion that improving breathing efficiency can influence stress, fitness, and cognition. Thorough discussion about the benefits of nasal breathing." D.B. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing breathing protocols was beneficial. I enjoyed the presenter." M.G. (Jan. 2024)
"I enjoyed learning about the importance of nasal breathing from an SLP perspective. Excellent content, and amount of resources provided." L.M. (Dec. 2023)
"The high-low test was beneficial." S.C. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed the discussion on healthy breathing and the examples provided." W.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Somatic breathwork was a beneficial topic. Great content!" S.G. (Dec. 2023)
"Ways to include this into assessments, and demonstrations of simple techniques were helpful. I liked the course organization and easy-to-follow information. Very thorough, and one could see presenter's investment in topic and presentation." S.S. (Dec. 2023)
"I have Asthma, and personally, this course was very helpful. The information on assessment was the most beneficial to me." P.R. (Dec. 2023)
"All of the information regarding assessment, treatment, and the various methods used for working on respiration were beneficial. I liked how much of the content can be immediately used for my clients." G.D. (Dec. 2023)
"The evaluation process was helpful. Good speaker; well-presented course." D.D. (Dec. 2023)
"Being more tuned into breathing patterns when assessing all diagnoses was a beneficial topic. The presenter was very knowledgeable and presented information in a clear and organized way." S.J. (Dec. 2023)
"The discussion of breathing as part of any session, even if to relax your patient, was beneficial. The speaker was very easy to follow. The course went at a slow rate and was interesting." C.M. (Dec. 2023)
"The ways to decrease mouth breathing were helpful. I liked discussing the benefits of breath work and how it will help my clients." C.O. (Nov. 2023)
"The discussion related to pH acidosis, what the numbers indicate, and why was beneficial." L.O. (Nov. 2023)
"This was a good overview of a complex area. Good explanation, demonstration and video." C.P. (Nov. 2023)
"The entire course was very informative! Presented well. Excellent topic." L.C. (Nov. 2023)
"The benefits of nasal breathing and how it affects facial shape were beneficial. I liked the discussion of how nasal breathing can affect different aspects of people's health and life." A.M. (Nov. 2023)
"Definitely the resources provided will be beneficial. I liked the manner in which she presented the material." M.P. (Nov. 2023)
"Relevant clinical material. Understanding optimal breathing patterns was beneficial." C.M. (Oct. 2023)
"This course will benefit all of my clients in my primarily voice therapy practice. I believe that treatment for my anxious clients and those with sleep issues will be enhanced. In-depth explanations and video examples, as well as suggestions for specific products and resources." K.S. (Oct. 2023)
"The information on the long-term impact of mouth breathing on facial structure and dentition was helpful. I have a better understanding now of the relationship between physiological and psychological aspects of mouth breathing and how to address these areas in assessment." J.K. (Oct. 2023)
"Course was well put together and had great information. I am trying to get all of the respiratory related info I can find. It is a huge part of the core issues I treat." S.R. (Oct. 2023)
"Great info, great length, great presenter - clear and concise. Discussed correct nasal breathing and oral posture information, and the repercussions of not doing so." S.C. (Oct. 2023)
"Assessment & treatment (more focused on relaxed, diaphragmatic breathing) were beneficial topics. Patient-reported outcomes to assist with ax & reax. I liked the pace of this course & the easy-to-follow biomechanics of respiration." A.H. (Oct. 2023)
"Discussing the red flags that indicate dysfunctional breathing patterns was helpful." E.M. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the avenues of treatment." A.C. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the extended information in all areas - from anatomy, function, and barriers to assessment and treatment. The concept of possible relationship/assistance for children with ADHD is new for me." C.B. (Sep. 2023)
"The information was well presented and will have an immediate impact on my practice." C.V. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the assessment and treatment options. Course had a lot of valuable info, was convenient, and presenter was easy to follow." K.R. (Sep. 2023)
"The assessment techniques were helpful. The concepts presented were reviewed/repeated throughout the course and related back to daily practice." R.P. (Sep. 2023)
"Treatment was beneficial. This content was very interesting." K.O. (Sep. 2023)
"Comprehensive course." P.W. (Sep. 2023)
"Very easy to understand the speaker. Covered assessment and treatment." M.G. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the references and assessment tools. I had a personal benefit from this information as well as other considerations for my patients in acute care setting." A.M. (Aug. 2023)
"Very thorough course. Breath work should be considered for every client. Good handouts for reference later. Good reference section." C.F. (Aug. 2023)
"The breathing exercises were helpful." K.W. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the treatment suggestions and resources." L.G. (Jul. 2023)
"Clear and easy to follow. I liked the assessment and treatment protocols." H.C. (Jul. 2023)
"Assessment components were beneficial. I liked the explanation and thorough discussion of respiratory system." B.P. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the discussion on the physiology of breathing and the explanation of the respiratory process." S.T. (Jul. 2023)
"Very informative, easy to understand and start incorporating in therapy. I liked the techniques/strategies to facilitate nasal breathing and why." J.M. (Jun. 2023)
"Breathing patterns and assessment practices were beneficial. I liked the assessment recommendations." R.G. (Jun. 2023)
"The ramifications of mouth breathing beyond speech production and aesthetics was a beneficial topic. I liked that the handout allowed me to listen to understand vs. worrying about writing excessive notes." P.D. (Jun. 2023)
"Very applicable, and information I feel comfortable implementing as early as tomorrow. The presenter did an excellent job of explaining each slide and providing examples." K.K. (Jun. 2023)
"Hyperventilation is not what I thought it was. This was a really good course and I really appreciated all of the information." A.D. (Jun. 2023)
"Specific treatment methods and contraindications for each. Kaitlyn was well organized and provided practical information for the assessment and treatment of dysfunctional breathing. I appreciated the video demonstrations." L.M. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the treatment programs." D.R. (May 2023)
"Clear, organized presentation. I liked the discussion of the benefits of nasal breathing." L.H. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked all of it! The presenter included video clips to demonstrate various assessments and methods." K.S. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the new information. The treatment exercises were beneficial." C.L. (Apr. 2023)
"Very informative, great speaker with an extensive knowledge base. Treatment exercises for diaphragmatic breathing were beneficial. I loved the resources for breathwork, including books." D.H. (Apr. 2023)
"The introduction of the diaphragmatic breathing method was beneficial. She was very informative and an interesting speaker." T.C. (Apr. 2023)
"A lot of information about breathing that I didn't know. The concept of nasal breathing was beneficial to learn." K.N. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning factors that impair nasal breathing. I liked the case studies." H.G. (Mar. 2023)
"The treatment recommendations were very informative. The speaker did an excellent job in taking us through the process as a whole." M.C. (Mar. 2023)
"All of the info was wonderful! I also loved the book suggestions." S.D. (Mar. 2023)
"Discussing the various assessments for breathing was beneficial. I liked going over the anatomy and physiology overall. It is good to brush up and re-educate ourselves." R.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Nasal breathing and exercises for children. This course provided some good examples of techniques to be used for therapy." L.W. (Mar. 2023)
"Loved this course. So helpful to stress the importance of healthy breathing for regulation and also for the overall health of the patient. Really enjoyed the biochemistry piece in order to make more "sense" of the reason why optimal breathing is so critical for the whole body." C.I. (Mar. 2023)
"Detailed in how to apply the knowledge." N.B. (Mar. 2023)
"All of the areas to consider with disordered breathing and who to refer to. Learning about breathing practices and how they affect children re: communication." A.P. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the assessment portion. The whole course was put together very well. Lots of great information." S.T. (Feb. 2023)
"The part about assessment of respiration was beneficial. The presenter's organization of material flowed so nicely and made everything so understandable." S.C. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the review of breathing and the ideas for treatment." M.W. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning the importance of diaphragmatic breath and the steps to achieve this breath pattern to become a habit were beneficial. And the information on tongue posture and where the rate of respiration is desired to be. There is a lot in this course that I will share and use in the future." J.T. (Feb. 2023)
"The assessment information is really helpful, especially since presenter included children and adult patients. The treatment that presenter laid out was very helpful, too. I have done some Buteyko trainings so this fit well with what I know. The handouts are good and will be very useful in planning assessments and therapy. I am glad that she provided some videos to help those who are unfamiliar with the breathing techniques." K.S. (Feb. 2023)
"This course was amazing. One of the best I have taken from Northern Speech. I really liked the content and presenter!” S.D. (Jan. 2023)
Presenter: Mike Studer, PT, MHS, DPT
Over the past 20 years our understanding of the neurophysiology of pain has improved dramatically. This course in pain science and management is appropriate for the rehabilitation professional. Discussed will be practical, patient-centered approaches to managing chronic pain.... more+
"Active listening in pain management was a helpful topic. Clearly presented information." E.D. (Aug. 2024)
"The chart on "this is your brain on pain" is REALLY helpful in reminding me that my patient may be demonstrating decreased recall, response times, attention, etc. due to chronic pain. Fear vs anxiety and how to ferret out which (or both) may be at issue with chronic pain (or ANYTHING, for that matter)." M.C. (Aug. 2024)
"The discussion related to patient autonomy and patient/provider collaboration was beneficial in supporting patients' goals and outcomes. The presenter provided information in an organized and accessible manner." M.M. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussing pain strategies was beneficial. This course satisfied my pain management requirement for my license." K.C. (Jul. 2024)
"Learning about the physiology of pain was helpful. The format was easy to follow and understand." P.C. (Jul. 2024)
"The autonomy was beneficial." M.S. (Jun. 2024)
"I enjoyed the presentation." L.C. (Jun. 2024)
"Using autonomy for the patient; this could be applied to all areas of speech-language therapy. Visuals, good pace, informative." D.R. (Jun. 2024)
"As an SLP I work with elderly patients who have chronic and often significant pain. It helps me understand the pathways and statements that I can make that may be supportive. I enjoyed part 2 and the emphasis on hopefulness, placebo effect and the part that learned associations with pain can interfere with patient's quality of life (firing and wiring)." S.L. (May. 2024)
"This course was beneficial and is a state licensure requirement. I liked that this course was easy to follow." H.D. (May. 2024)
"Fear/anxiety component was beneficial to discuss. The speaker was passionate." N.I. (May. 2024)
"Discussion on how pain impacts the brain and overall cognition was helpful." L.P. (May. 2024)
"Beneficial knowledge about how prevalent chronic pain is. I liked the video learning and examples." M.K. (May. 2024)
"I enjoyed the discussion of how pts perceive pain differently and the variety of areas that can be affected by pain." L.C. (Apr. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss how prevalent fear is in chronic pain. The course was easy to relate to for SLPs." K.A. (Apr. 2024)
"The active listening information and how giving the patient autonomy can improve outcomes was beneficial. The presenter was easy to listen to and follow. I liked being able to complete the class on my own timeline." E.H. (Apr. 2024)
"This course provided a useful discussion of chronic pain as well as the effects of chronic pain on individuals. I liked the self-pace study." C.T. (Apr. 2024)
"The effects of movement and autonomy and how it improves your health and healing were beneficial to discuss." J.G. (Apr. 2024)
"All the content was beneficial for my daily practice. I liked that I could take the course at my own pace." S.Z. (Mar. 2024)
"I appreciated the information for myself personally." W.S. (Mar. 2024)
"I took away looking at functional movement and how it's purposeful and productive in the person's life. I liked being able to have the pretest to look at the questions that would be on the test. It was very helpful to have as I listened to the presenter." K.M. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the inclusion of the person's "story" and the repetition of key elements." J.H. (Feb. 2024)
"Learning about the connection between fear and pain was beneficial." L.M. (Jan. 2024)
"Content related to getting to know the "whole person," not just asking questions specific to their pain. The content around all the ways chronic pain affects brain function was also very helpful. The presenter was engaging and presented at a good pace." K.W. (Jan. 2024)
"The discussion of autonomy was beneficial. I liked that the course considered all aspects impacting pain." J.S. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the information regarding concentration and executive functioning changes due to chronic pain. The course was interesting." T.G. (Dec. 2023)
"Holistic approach across therapeutic disciplines. I liked the course consistency and application." S.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Understanding underlying symptoms of pain management when working with students, educators, and parents. I liked how accessible the course was and how easy it was to follow along and download my materials." C.D. (Dec. 2023)
"I gained helpful suggestions on how to work with patients with chronic pain to engage in more therapy/movement activities." A.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Understanding the neurophysiology of pain was beneficial. I liked the thoroughness of the handout to follow the slides." C.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Treating patients complicated by chronic pain conditions was helpful. Convenient course." J.Z. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing fear and anxiety was helpful." M.T. (Nov. 2023)
"The presenter was engaging and easy to listen to. The topic on chronic pain was beneficial." S.W. (Nov. 2023)
"I work in home health - primarily Geriatrics. All info pertinent to my job. Direct presentation. Not a lot of fluff. To the point - I learned a lot." D.D. (Oct. 2023)
"It was beneficial discussing how each person experiences pain differently, and we have to be careful not to make them "prove" they have pain." S.S. (Oct. 2023)
"Very well organized course and very detailed with great examples. I liked the emphasis on the patient's needs, desires, past history, and using their daily life routines to improve their outcomes." M.S. (Oct. 2023)
"Speaker was thorough. This was good information to have." K.H. (Sep. 2023)
"Course was interesting. I liked the discussion of how pain is personal. I was also interested in the placebo effect." D.D. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the neurological components of pain and the neurological review. Motivational interviewing was beneficial to discuss." G.D. (Sep. 2023)
"Quick and efficient course. Chronic pain information was beneficial." K.D. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the hitchhiker analogy." C.V. (Sep. 2023)
"The speaker was very knowledgeable. I liked the analogy of an alarm with pain detector." S.D. (Sep. 2023)
"Learning how chronic pain develops was beneficial. Great information with ability to return and rewatch for future review." L.K. (Aug. 2023)
"Very clear pain management course." L.K. (Aug. 2023)
"Perfecting the patient interview - taking the patient's story was beneficial. I liked the overall detailed information and the hitchhiker analogy." C.H. (Jul. 2023)
"Discussing that pain can take on many forms. And a good reminder that patients memory or general cognitive skills can be impacted by chronic pain." A.K. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked using the person-centered approach to understanding the patient's story, rather than just the pain itself." K.H. (Jul. 2023)
"Pain and patient autonomy were beneficial topics. Easy listening, clear slides." T.W. (Jun. 2023)
"Understanding the cycle of pain and how it impacts sleep and well-being was beneficial. I liked learning how pain can result in changes in the brain." L.L. (May 2023)
"Straightforward information and helpful ways of addressing chronic pain with patients. I liked the chart depicting a patient's feelings as chronic pain continues. This allowed me to conceptualize how patients may feel with chronic pain." L.G. (Apr. 2023)
"Helpful information. Learning interactions between emotional/cognitive functioning and pain management was beneficial." S.F. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the focus on teaming with the patient to manage pain." S.B. (Mar. 2023)
"How to support the individual to have improved outcomes through a biopsychosocial lens. I liked the presenter's mastery of the information and organization of the material." H.F. (Mar. 2023)
"Dr. Studer is an excellent and knowledgeable presenter. Learning the part played by fear and anxiety in maintaining chronic pain." L.L. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the breadth of content." P.L. (Feb. 2023)
"This course was very easy to use and navigate." C.W. (Jan. 2023)
"Clear diagrams and explanations. I liked the discussion of the Hebbian principles in dictating behavior." J.F. (Jan. 2023)
"I felt that the presenter provided a lot of practical application for my practice." A.A. (Dec. 2022)
"Very relevant yet rarely discussed issue affecting many of my patients. Very helpful active listening techniques; providing validation and emphasis of the patient's story; knowing where pain occurs and that it cannot be explained by an imaging test." R.H. (Dec. 2022)
"I did not realize how pervasive chronic pain was in America. I found the concept of Hebbian learning to be of particular interest. I appreciated that Dr. Studer did not read directly from the slides. He gave great examples, like the boot/nail, skull/nail examples." S.V. (Dec. 2022)
"The concept of nociplasticity behavior economics was great. I liked how this course looks at pain holistically." C.W. (Dec. 2022)
"It is interesting to see how chronic pain affects cognitive function. The subject matter is very pertinent because I have many patients with acute and chronic pain. Mike presented good information about how to help the patient proceed past the pain and achieve some success with movement." K.C. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the specific examples, learning how anxiety plays a role in pain mgt and adherence to tx plans, and specific questions geared toward the individual holistically and not simply their medical/pain background." D.L. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the format with visuals." C.O. (Nov. 2022)
"Good explanation about how pain gets transferred from the level of the body part/tissue to the brain and mind." A.V. (Nov. 2022)
"I have a patient currently who has chronic pain and I had no idea how to help until I saw this course." A.P. (Nov. 2022)
"I found the entire presentation beneficial. My husband has chronic pain and I believe this will help me to help him. I liked the discussion of autonomy in relation to helping people who are dealing with chronic pain." C.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Great course! Pain well outlined and covered at appropriate complexity. Relevant to an SLP practice." A.L. (Oct. 2022)
Presenter: James L. Coyle, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, ASHA Fellow
Presented by dysphagia expert, James Coyle, PhD, this course will demonstrate application of the Penetration-Aspiration Scale using patient MBS studies. Participants will learn to accurately use the PA Scale on all swallows of a videofluoroscopic swallowing study. Common judgment errors and methods of resolving uncertainties in score selection will be discussed, along with a handy decision-making algorithm for using the PAS.... more+
"All aspects were beneficial. I liked the presenter- Very engaging!" L.M. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the video examples for scoring." K.S. (Aug. 2024)
"PAS definition was helpful. The examples and illustrations were very clear. The speaker presented the content systemically." C.T. (Aug. 2024)
"Anatomy review was helpful. I liked the images of each PAS score." E.V. (Aug. 2024)
"The whole presentation was helpful to a new clinician completing VFSS. I enjoyed the visuals in different planes." K.S. (Jul. 2024)
"I did not have this scale available to me when I was performing VFSS and I wish I had. It would have been helpful in summaries, and would have saved me much time as I used to go over the tape swallow by swallow and describe/evaluate - many long hours over the years, when the shorthand notation and clear definitions would have helped me. Dr. Coyle is always so clear and organized in his presentations - defining and giving examples." E.S. (Jul. 2024)
"Clearly defined anatomical landmarks between aspiration and penetration. The course was easy to understand and takes only 2 hours." S.P. (Jul. 2024)
"Beneficial specifics about PAS 4 & 6 ratings, info about the laryngeal ventricle, importance of scoring EACH swallow and volume of aspiration. Really useful when the presenter would write/draw on slides whilst talking. Easy to stop and start the course." R.S. (Jul. 2024)
"Explanations of anatomy with examples were helpful. I liked the images and explanations." J.P. (Jul. 2024)
"Goals of care and recommendations for intake after aspiration event and/or score were helpful. I enjoyed the presenter's knowledge and style." S.M. (Jun. 2024)
"This course was SO helpful in specifying the meaning of the PA scores and how the scores should be used. Dr. Coyle, as always, was very detailed in his explanations of the scoring, the history of how PA scale was developed and how it should be used. The detailed explanation of the PA scoring relative to physiological markers and swallowing behaviors. I was one of the first SLPs to do MBS studies in RI (45 years ago) and would have appreciated having access to a standardized instrument." S.L. (Jun. 2024)
"The illustrations of the landmarks were helpful. I enjoyed the clinical applications." B.M. (May. 2024)
"All of the information was helpful." S.B. (May. 2024)
"The classification of anatomical locations for each score was beneficial. I enjoyed the personal touch." Y.R. (May. 2024)
"Research data and reinforcement of need to consider the whole picture of the patient, medical, cognitive, risks... Easy format." A.H. (May. 2024)
"Understanding PAS scale was helpful. Segments, of course, were clear and concise." D.N. (Apr. 2024)
"Dr Coyle is an excellent presenter. I liked the discussion that the score does not need to be written into the report." M.D. (Apr. 2024)
"The VFSS examples of different PAS scores were helpful. I liked the examples - both "cartoon" and x-ray." A.C. (Apr. 2024)
"Reinforced need for descriptive summary language versus scores. Easy accessibility and applicability of material covered." O.B. (Mar. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss how to make judgment calls. A thorough explanation of the PAS." M.T. (Mar. 2024)
"I have a better understanding now of vocal fold anatomy, and landmarks used during modified barium swallows. I liked the media using videos, photos, and cartoons, and markups of the same." A.F. (Mar. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss the normal PAS across life span." T.L. (Mar. 2024)
"Discussing how to utilize the PAS scale in everyday practice. I liked the descriptions." A.R. (Feb. 2024)
"Thorough explanation of what the PAS was intended for and how to incorporate it into report writing." B.R. (Feb. 2024)
"The discussion on the purpose of the PAS and how to use it correctly when analyzing a patient's swallow function on VFSS was helpful. I enjoyed the visuals and the presenter's style of teaching." E.G. (Feb. 2024)
"Beneficial usage and understanding of the PAS. I liked the visuals/handouts." J.L. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing the anatomy of TVFs was beneficial. I always pictured them as flat! I like the unlimited access to content." E.S. (Feb. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss the anatomical breakdown and connecting that to precision with scoring on the PAS - eg, determining that material has reached the vocal folds when they can't be seen on VFSS. Very relevant to clinical practice despite basis in research." N.S. (Jan. 2024)
"How to report PAS scores was beneficial to discuss. I liked the explanation of how to differentiate between shallow and deep laryngeal penetration." B.W. (Jan. 2024)
"The justification for the scoring was helpful. The course was convenient." B.B. (Jan. 2024)
"The anatomical references and detailed description of best practices in scoring were helpful. I like that this course is an available education to help build inter-rater reliability across our system of SLPs." N.W. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial topics were scoring each swallow separately, and aspiration is 1 factor among many when recommending a diet. I liked the ability to complete at my own pace and review." D.B. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the specifics of each score and learning the development of the scale." M.S. (Dec. 2023)
"The discussion that an MBS tells a story, it is not a sentence, was beneficial. I liked the review of anatomy." P.G. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing PAS was beneficial. I liked the MBS videos." S.C. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the breakdown of the anatomy pertaining to the scale." A.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Well-organized course. Discussing the pros and cons of the PA scale was beneficial." D.P. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing how to use and interpret PAS scores in conjunction with the narrative description was helpful. I enjoyed the important information given in several contexts, repeated, shown in charts, diagrams, etc." G.S. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the speaker's ability to keep it interesting and realistic. The rationale re: the scale and appropriate applications/use was beneficial." M.G. (Nov. 2023)
"The description of each level of the scale was beneficial. I enjoyed the inclusion of video with anatomical drawing." C.G. (Nov. 2023)
"Very clear content. Landmarks and real video examples were helpful. The quiz was also helpful in the way it was phrased to help consolidate learning." M.B. (Nov. 2023)
"The anatomy review was beneficial." M.T. (Nov. 2023)
"The sections about how NOT to use the PAS were helpful. This course clarified a lot of my points of confusion regarding the purpose and administration of this scale." N.A. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the clinical relevance. And discussion of the appropriate use of the PAS." J.R. (Oct. 2023)
"The presenter was very knowledgeable & used many visuals with detailed explanations and landmarks." A.H. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning how to correctly score each swallow was beneficial. I liked the discussion of the limitations of scores and the importance of describing the pattern." C.B. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the images of MBS with multiple arrows showing anatomical differences in structure. Review of anatomy was beneficial." N.C. (Oct. 2023)
"Good examples and review of application of scale in clinical practice." N.A. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the examples of each score. It was beneficial to understand the severity of scores." K.S. (Oct. 2023)
"The practical application of the PAS and how to document the results using the PAS to judge treatment efficacy was beneficial. I liked the flexibility to watch this course at anytime and anywhere. Easy to stop and repeat so I could avoid misunderstanding." B.A. (Sep. 2023)
"Easy to follow course that kept my attention. The test was adequate to recall knowledge. I liked the ease of use." C.O. (Sep. 2023)
"Loved watching the MBS examples. Anatomy review was fantastic. Really appreciated how speaker continued to address/review/point out anatomy throughout multiple examples." C.L. (Sep. 2023)
"Anything Dr. Coyle presents is extremely useful! Discussing how to "tell a story" in narrative form on reports and surrogate anatomical landmarks was helpful." L.G. (Sep. 2023)
"PAS scoring criteria was beneficial. I liked the speaker." K.K. (Aug. 2023)
"All of it was great. Very valuable in practice." V.W. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the sample videos for each score. It was beneficial to learn how to describe what I see, penetration & aspiration, and to what degree." M.D. (Jul. 2023)
"This course was current, thorough, and very well done! I LOVED the explanations with diagrams of the anatomy." W.H. (Jul. 2023)
"Great course, very useful. I've been using the PA scale for years, and this course provided some great additional information and clarification on how it should be used. I liked everything." A.L. (Jul. 2023)
"Learning about the landmarks used to make judgments on PAS scores was beneficial. I liked having the diagrams and VF images to illustrate the different PAS scores." N.H. (Jun. 2023)
"The guidelines for using PAS when reviewing MBSS images were beneficial. I liked the clarification for PAS use guidelines and the anatomical refresher." L.I. (Jun. 2023)
"Very informative course and great anatomy review. I liked the specific PAS scoring." K.V. (Jun. 2023)
"Discussion of whether or not to use PAS scores in reports was beneficial. I liked the tent analogy for VF's." A.J. (May 2023)
"This course went into depth of anatomy on the VFSS. The video examples of PAS were beneficial." T.P. (May 2023)
"I benefited from the review of the anatomical structures visible via MBS images. I liked the various examples of each PAS score." M.M. (May 2023)
"How to use the PAS in my evaluation and reports was beneficial. It's all about judgment and nuances." C.T. (May 2023)
"This was fantastic!! Defining the PAS and pairing it with the anatomy was great. Presenter's speaking manner was engaging and informative." L.D. (May 2023)
"Anatomy and landmarks were beneficial! I liked learning how to comprehensively use the PAS score." R.P. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the anatomical examples, the descriptions of PA scores, format to describing these, and patterns in reports was useful. I liked the interaction from the presenter - highlighting/drawing on slides whilst talking. The visual elements were clear and useful - diagrams and anatomical images, etc." T.K. (Mar. 2023)
"It was beneficial to review anatomy on MBSS, so when reading reports or viewing the videofluoroscopy, I am more clear on what I am observing. I liked the videos and anatomy pictures as I am a visual learner." B.G. (Mar. 2023)
"The whole course was very informative and easy to follow along! It will help standardize how we rank scores during MBSS." K.V. (Mar. 2023)
"I always love learning from Dr. Coyle. I liked the penned-in examples he provided. Anatomical landmarks were beneficial." A.P. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the expertise of the presenter, and the visual material was clear and helpful. Some anatomical notions and vocabulary that have been clarified in my mind were beneficial as well as the research results about what's normal in swallowing and how to judge PAS when the cough is NOT spontaneous." A.P. (Mar. 2023)
"Course was to the point. I liked the anatomy review and the understanding to not use the score as a descriptor number, but to use the number as a reference for myself to develop descriptions of the patient’s swallow." J.H. (Mar. 2023)
"Review of anatomy and practice videos were beneficial." J.V. (Mar. 2023)
"The presenter was thorough and clear. I enjoyed the presentation. The use of the PAS and the discussion about how it was developed was interesting. I also liked how the study gave us a perspective of the normal PAS scores." L.S. (Mar. 2023)
"I feel after watching this course that I can immediately apply it in therapy today. Can easily bridge the research-to-clinical practice gap with this knowledge." H.H. (Mar. 2023)
"Liked viewing VFSS and the application to report writing. Many examples and thorough explanations of landmarks." S.G. (Mar. 2023)
"All of this content is beneficial to my practice." L.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Learned ways to use PENASP scale in practice." R.M. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the review of the anatomy with where to look for deep and shallow penetration." S.P. (Feb. 2023)
"Concise information. Using PAS scores to determine a pattern." M.K. (Feb. 2023)
"Scoring parameters and clinical judgment/reasoning of results were beneficial. The presentation used alternate references to anatomical structures facilitating greater comprehension." D.B. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the presenter's clear presentation style and specificity of examples. Discussion about how to score the PAS and use descriptions, not necessarily scores." C.K. (Feb. 2023)
"Importance of identifying and describing patterns in airway invasion characterized by frequency, depth, residue, and patient response. Review of anatomical landmarks and limitation on x-ray." D.Z. (Feb. 2023)
"Further discussion of anatomy/physiology, explanations of valid ways to interpret the data. I thought the course was nicely paced and organized." E.W. (Feb. 2023)
"Anatomical boundaries for judgement of P/A scores. Discussion of identification and use of anatomical structures to aid PAS score decisions was beneficial." R.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Using anatomical landmarks to determine PAS score." T.L. (Feb. 2023)
"Highly relevant to my practice and will be utilized daily." J.W. (Feb. 2023)
"Good clarity and standardization. I liked the detailed identification of anatomical markers in identifying aspiration/penetration and the functional application to diagnosing and treating dysphagia. Many times other clinicians assume everyone is able to identify these things as they have been doing it for years, but when learning from several mentors at a time, it can become a gray area as to how things are interpreted." J.N. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the videos showing what each score would look like." L.D. (Jan. 2023)
"Course was extremely thorough and very well laid out. I liked the review of the anatomy to discuss the differences between deep laryngeal penetration and aspiration." A.R. (Jan. 2023)
"Dr. Coyle was very organized, had a nice calm presentation and with good examples." P.M. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the anatomical structures (refresher) during MBSS. Appropriate use of PAS. Presented well." R.J. (Jan. 2023)
"Excellent speaker; enjoyable to listen to. Anatomical landmarks used in scoring the PAS were beneficial. I liked the pace of the presentation; speaker was very thorough." S.D. (Jan. 2023)
"I have been waiting for this course since I started doing videofluoroscopy!" A.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Loved the critical thinking and how to use PAS scale scores in clinical practice versus research. Anything that Dr. Coyle presents is wonderful. He is a talented speaker and makes complex information digestible." J.K. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning the development and functional use of the scale was beneficial. I find all of James Coyle's courses to be practical and applicable to daily practice and interventions." A.P. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning proper way to use the tool, nuances to ensure accuracy of scoring. Speaker was knowledgeable and engaging." K.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Anatomy review was beneficial. I liked the video examples and explanations." H.B. (Dec. 2022)
"The discussion of what the borders are to count the bolus as being penetrated or aspirated was beneficial. I liked the sample narrative to show how the scores should be summarized. I liked how specific course was and how immediately the information/methods could be utilized. I liked that it went into detail with all the anatomy which is absolutely necessary to accurately score for the PA scale." K.L. (Dec. 2022)
"Good clarity of information presented." D.D. (Dec. 2022)
"The whole thing: this was a very clear, well-organized course. We don't use the scale at my place of work, but it is occasionally used in hospital charts I have seen and this is an excellent explanation of the chart. I loved the video examples of each score, and "woahed" out loud to see the number 6 video example." C.K. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the refresher on the anatomy portions! I like that this course went through how the PAS was created and reason for it. We use PAS in our MBSS notes, but no one has had any further education on it, so I wasn't sure if we were even using it correctly!" M.G. (Dec. 2022)
Presenters: Bruce Poburka, PhD, CCC-SLP & Rita Patel, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course provides detailed instruction for clinical use of laryngeal endoscopic imaging – videoendoscopy and videostroboscopy. Content includes definitions, procedures, clinical interpretation, rating practice, and feedback. Included with this course is the interactive VALI-R PDF form. The VALI-R features high quality graphics, pull-down menus, and scrollable text boxes. The PDF format facilitates sharing records, and it may be used with select EMR systems that allow for upload of PDF documents.... more+
"I enjoyed all of the information." K.W. (Aug. 2024)
"General ratings and examples were beneficial. I liked the video examples and quiz format." S.B. (Aug. 2024)
"I teach voice and voice disorders at a university. I used the SERF for many years. I learned additional information from this course to use in my course. In addition, students will take this course for a grade in my course. I liked the information and videos. I liked the opportunities to practice." A.V. (Aug. 2024)
"Explanation of each parameter to look for during a stroboscopy was beneficial. I liked that I could watch and complete at my pace." M.S. (Aug. 2024)
"Entire course was applicable. I liked the video practice with feedback." S.P. (Jul. 2024)
"In-depth discussion about VF and different aspects of phonation. Very clear presentation and links well with the test." C.M. (Jul. 2024)
"This course was very easy to follow. I enjoyed the practice screens." L.C. (Jun. 2024)
"The endoscopic ratings were helpful to discuss. The course was easy to follow." G.S. (May. 2024)
"I liked that the course was concise and provided self-assessments." K.C. (May. 2024)
"The breakdown and description of various parameters to observe then providing examples to assess was very helpful. I liked the structure of the information delivery and provision of examples with pause to test one's self before the answers were revealed." J.A. (May. 2024)
"All of the information was helpful! I enjoyed the practice ratings of video footage." K.R. (May. 2024)
"The examples ratings were beneficial. I liked that the course was online." B.M. (May. 2024)
"All of the course was helpful. Clearly structured and systematic." M.S. (Apr. 2024)
"The practical interpretation was beneficial." M.C. (Mar. 2024)
"Learning how to perform assessment was helpful. I liked that the course was quick and the practice videos." M.R. (Mar. 2024)
"The course was clearly presented, with ample information related to different findings on endoscopy or stroboscopy to vocal cord pathologies. It was great that we could pause and review videos before making ratings. The first part was most useful." J.B. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the examples shown." G.F. (Feb. 2024)
"The in-depth information and opportunity for practice was beneficial." M.K. (Jan. 2024)
"Really was struggling with amplitude vs mucosal wave, this course helped. I liked the individual attention to each part of the VALI-R. I am an SLP and a vocology student at Lamar. I used this as supplemental material!" R.M. (Jan. 2024)
"I appreciated the example videos provided for each explanation. The visual component was very helpful for determining proper scoring. I liked how clearly the information was explained; additionally, I liked how each component was connected to possible pathologies that can be observed." M.J. (Jan. 2024)
"I appreciated the clear breakdown of each section. It made the ratings feel less overwhelming. I liked the opportunity to practice with instant feedback." E.E. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the video demos and form handout." S.K. (Jan. 2024)
"The review of the stroboscopic parameters was helpful. I liked the practice slides." J.A. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed the practice session." S.Y. (Dec. 2023)
"Rating vertical edges...I have always struggled with that, and this course provided better descriptors. Very organized and thorough in descriptions, relates to clinical significance." E.K. (Dec. 2023)
"The new form with slightly new ways of rating was beneficial. I liked the video examples." E.K. (Dec. 2023)
"The examples and explanations given with feedback were helpful. I liked that this course was self-paced." S.V. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the method of presentation with definitions and clinical implications and then the practice videos for each parameter." A.G. (Dec. 2023)
"The practice and explanations were helpful. I liked the opportunity for practice and feedback." A.D. (Nov. 2023)
"The videos that allowed us to do a rating and then get feedback were beneficial. I liked that the rating form includes pictures for helping with accurate reporting of skilled observations." C.K. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the assessment practice and application. The practice tasks were beneficial." M.A. (Oct. 2023)
"Understanding how to rate mucosal wave. I liked the video examples and feedback." K.M. (Oct. 2023)
"All of it was applicable. I liked the practice videos." J.M. (Aug. 2023)
"Thorough explanation and examples of each aspect of the endo and strobe assessment. Easy to follow course." R.L. (Jul. 2023)
"This course was helpful in understanding how to use stroboscopy and what to look for when evaluating the vocal fold movement. I liked the practice videos presented to help test your skills as they are being taught." A.N. (Jul. 2023)
"It was beneficial going through each section of the VALI-R, with definitions, clinical significance, and opportunity to rate. I liked the practical opportunity to rate actual images." T.B. (Jun. 2023)
"Specific measurements for rating degree of supraglottic deflection and degree of mucosal wave. I liked the VALI-R form itself and will be trying to utilize it at work." J.W. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked all of it. Easy to understand course." S.B. (Jun. 2023)
"The video examples and new VALI Form PDF were beneficial." S.T. (May 2023)
"I found the discussion of and evidence for VALI observations and correlating pathology very helpful and affirming to my current knowledge of voice disorders. I really liked the practice questions and found them to consolidate the rating education." K.B. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked how rating each parameter was presented in a consistent and organized manner. The video examples were very helpful in my learning. I liked that it was delivered online so I could learn at my own pace." R.P. (Apr. 2023)
"This course provided an objective way to evaluate videostroboscopy exams. I liked the videostroboscopy samples with time to make judgments, and comparison of normal vs abnormal." T.A. (Apr. 2023)
"Video examples of normal and abnormal for each of the parameters discussed were beneficial. Vali-R form will help me have a more standardized approach to rating each of my videostrobes." L.C. (Apr. 2023)
"I appreciated the finer detailing of lateral and A/P constriction. Clear and easy to follow along course." A.N. (Mar. 2023)
"The practice portions and VALI R forms were beneficial." A.D. (Mar. 2023)
"Step-by-step explanations with examples for interpretation. I liked the pictures, videos, and detailed descriptions." L.M. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the stroboscopy particularly and the detailed information and testing. Easy to log on and carry out in own CPD time." R.B. (Mar. 2023)
"Precise and concise course. I liked all of it." L.H. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the topic and the handout." M.W. (Feb. 2023)
"Video examples with immediate feedback were beneficial." A.W. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the presentation of the clinical importance of each VALI item rated. And the interactive video sample ratings." J.K. (Jan. 2023)
"Specific and concise definitions of the stroboscopic parameters! These were beneficial for novice and experienced voice clinicians." Z.C. (Jan. 2023)
"A great course that helps with more structure and systematic means for LVS without being overwhelming. I liked the practice with the videos and the forms." Z.C. (Jan. 2023)
"All of it was beneficial. I liked the VALI-R, and I used it to document my most recent videostrobe." A.J. (Jan. 2023)
"Accurate and specific." A.T. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the practice evaluations and amount of detail provided per voice parameter." C.G. (Dec. 2022)
"Clear guided information. I liked the assessment tasks." S.C. (Dec. 2022)
"The organized way to report video stroboscopic information was beneficial." M.V. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the assessments of the laryngeal imaging. It was nice to practice interpreting the videos and images." L.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Clear descriptions of physiological parameters and a guideline of strobe exam protocols. The content was great, and I especially appreciated that I could login and out and complete it at my own pace." C.C. (Nov. 2022)
"Going through the VALI-R with examples was beneficial. I liked the video clips and explanations." V.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Rating of the stroboscopic assessment parameters was a good topic. I liked the practice rating tasks." C.P. (Nov. 2022)
"Great speaker, spoke slowly, paused after each page. Liked the test format." L.B. (Oct. 2022)
"Information was provided clearly, great examples. How to evaluate and mark on the forms was easy to understand and will provide valuable information." K.C. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the endoscopic section and the practice rating section." G.L. (Oct. 2022)
"Clearly defined definitions for each parameter with excellent resources and citations. Organization of the course was highly conducive to learning." S.H. (Oct. 2022)
"Clinical relevance of each area assessed. Missing piece for stroboscopy training." S.J. (Oct. 2022)
"The review of anatomy of voicing was good. I liked the practice with real images." E.B. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the practice exams with feedback." J.M. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the course format - had detailed explanations." J.S. (Oct. 2022)
"I will be immediately implementing this in our stroboscopy clinic." L.L. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the detail, research citations, videos/examples/explanations." S.D. (Sept. 2022)
"Having a rating scale that I could incorporate was nice." K.S. (Aug. 2022)
"This is the best videostroboscopy assessment rating course I've ever taken. Very useful. Will be able to use this in my practice today! I liked the concise descriptions and the examples of normal versus abnormal that can be found in each rating category. The opportunities to practice with real video samples. Thank you!!" S.M. (Aug. 2022)
"The presentation is nicely paced and readily comprehensible. The opportunity to test your newly acquired skills and then have the results explained during the presentation is invaluable." K.S. (Aug. 2022)
"Thorough course. Easy to access and complete. I liked the discussion of revised VALI form, and detailed explanation of vibratory parameters especially amplitude and mucosal wave." K.A. (Aug. 2022)
"This course is an excellent tutorial, perhaps one of the best I've watched on the subject matter. The information is accurate, also interesting, and not limited to just the mechanics of interpreting endoscopy or stroboscopy." K.S. (Aug. 2022)
"The content of this course was current and beneficial." A.L. (Aug. 2022)
Presenter: Joan Arvedson, PhD, CCC-SLP, BC-NCD, BCS-S, ASHA Honors & Fellow
Presented by pediatric dysphagia expert, Dr. Joan Arvedson, this course provides comprehensive coverage of assessment and treatment of oropharyngeal dysphagia in infants and children. Participants will learn to describe findings on VFSS, to interpret findings related to underlying physiology, and to make management decisions for intervention strategies. Course includes 20 patient VFSS cases of varied ages and underlying etiologies.... more+
"The anatomy review and self-guided VFSS reports were beneficial. I liked the self-study videos with the presenter's reports/interpretations." C.J. (Aug. 2024)
"All of the information was helpful! I frequently have patients referred to me in outpatient post-VFSS. I enjoyed the case studies." E.A. (Aug. 2024)
"The infant-to-child transitional anatomy refresher was very helpful. I liked the examples." K.D. (Aug. 2024)
"Beneficial practice of VFSS. I liked that the course was self-paced - could go back to areas I was unsure about." T.H. (Jul. 2024)
"I really enjoyed the variety of the case studies to see a variety of different ages, diagnoses, and feeding histories. I really enjoyed the content being online and self-paced. It was so helpful to replay things, pause as needed, and review multiple times." K.P. (Jul. 2024)
"Reviewing VFSS studies along with understanding general differences in infants vs adults. Easy to follow and understand." S.M. (Jul. 2024)
"I enjoyed the case studies." J.T. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked being able to pause the course and think about different aspects as I went along." S.P. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial interpretation of VFSS. I liked the ability to go back and re-watch videos." L.W. (Jun. 2024)
"Management considerations for infants were beneficial. I enjoyed the example studies during the lecture." H.W. (May. 2024)
"Swallowing and Feeding were beneficial topics. Good presenter knowledge and paired up with case studies." M.L. (May. 2024)
"Learning what we see versus the deficits was beneficial. I enjoyed the information and the way it was explained." D.J. (May. 2024)
"All of the information was helpful. I liked that the course was broken into set modules which enabled access when I could." N.S. (May. 2024)
"The discussion of HRM was beneficial. This is something that I would love to bring to my facility. I enjoyed the self-paced study." M.P. (May. 2024)
"The case studies were amazing!!! I liked the thoroughness of the responses and clinical observations in the case studies. Truly, so very, very well done!" O.J. (May. 2024)
"I liked the amount of practice videos to analyze/review and learn from." C.W. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the case studies and detailed anatomical explanations." A.H. (Apr. 2024)
"Interpretation and findings of VFSS were beneficial, and I liked the practical examples." M.M. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing how to describe the findings was helpful." P.T. (Apr. 2024)
"Self-paced VFSS review on multiple studies. I enjoyed walking through findings and interpretations." I.H. (Mar. 2024)
"Research articles and the standardization possibilities were beneficial. I liked the case studies." A.B. (Mar. 2024)
"The explanation of detailed objective descriptions in order to paint a picture for a clinician as if they were viewing a study was beneficial. I enjoyed the video case studies and recommendations based on the study." A.H. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the case studies." M.L. (Mar. 2024)
"Beneficial practice interpreting MBSS. I enjoyed the self-guided practice and thorough details." S.R. (Mar. 2024)
"I appreciated the information regarding esophageal function and the visualization of esophagus during the case studies. Often overlooked in clinical practice. I really enjoyed the case study portion." K.V. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the access to 20 self-guided case studies." A.M. (Feb. 2024)
"Treatment planning techniques for OP and medically complex feeding patients. I liked the interactive videos." C.B. (Feb. 2024)
"The steps of a VFSS and the case studies at the end were helpful. I enjoyed watching the videos and seeing the notes of observations." M.K. (Feb. 2024)
"I loved the self-led case studies and more practice of reviewing studies (and less passive receiving of lectures)." K.M. (Feb. 2024)
"Decision-making on VFSS for pediatric patients was a helpful topic. I liked the self-guided practice of applying the content from the course." M.C. (Feb. 2024)
"It was beneficial to describe specifics of what is exactly happening. The course was concise and meaningful." C.I. (Feb. 2024)
"Reviewing studies and evaluating them together was beneficial." K.H. (Feb. 2024)
"Beneficial case examples to review with findings to check my work in identifying structures and function, including instances of aspiration. The video case studies were exactly what I needed to practice." P.G. (Jan. 2024)
"The VFSS case studies were beneficial, and I liked having access to them." J.L. (Jan. 2024)
"The comparison of infant/pediatric anatomy to adult was helpful. I enjoyed the ability to review case examples." L.K. (Dec. 2023)
"The variability in bolus presentations in peds versus adults was beneficial. I liked the way Joan presented actual case studies." K.D. (Dec. 2023)
"Joan is a great speaker and breaks things down very clearly. Beneficial discussion on preparing the child and family for the VFSS to obtain the best results. I liked the explanations." M.H. (Dec. 2023)
"I found the discussion of how to write reports more descriptively and specifically to be quite helpful. I appreciated the examples of written segments of reports." E.H. (Dec. 2023)
"The interpretation of anatomy and physiology and how to take function and make recommendations was helpful." M.M. (Nov. 2023)
"Learning more about the physiologic reasons for aspiration was beneficial. I enjoyed the lecture part that discussed recommendations when in radiology." A.C. (Nov. 2023)
"The review of how to correctly word assessment findings in a truly descriptive manner was beneficial. I liked the case studies!" K.W. (Nov. 2023)
"Practical information that is immediately applicable to my practice. The video examples and report write-ups at the end were helpful." A.J. (Nov. 2023)
"I enjoyed the guided self-study section." E.C. (Nov. 2023)
"I found the discussion on decision making at the moment for order of presentation of materials most beneficial." M.D. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the video examples. Interpretation of VFSS section, including report writing, was beneficial." L.A. (Oct. 2023)
"There was so much great information! The practical parts of decision-making and findings, as well as the case studies, really helped with conducting VFSS in the pediatric population." K.M. (Sep. 2023)
"The entire course was great and all the information was beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the pace, the delivery of the content, and the overall content was appropriate." M.B. (Sep. 2023)
"Discussing the anatomical differences between infants, children and adults was helpful. I liked watching the VFSS case studies." C.H. (Sep. 2023)
"Learned reasons for VFSS and considerations before, during, after study. I liked that course was self-paced." J.I. (Sep. 2023)
"Interpretation and recommendations were beneficial." T.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Scoring, summarizing, considering other components, and how to summarize were all beneficial topics of this course." B.C. (Aug. 2023)
"The guided practice that included the findings and recommendations was helpful. I liked that the findings and recommendations are separate from the case history." E.H. (Aug. 2023)
"Very thorough with current research." W.H. (Jul. 2023)
"Great information and case studies and example VFSS. I liked all the details to look at during the swallow of a Pedi with a shorter time frame due to smaller structure." J.P. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the actual case videos to watch with outlined history and recommendations and findings." E.J. (Jul. 2023)
"Decision-making and findings were beneficial. I liked the case studies and videos." T.C. (Jul. 2023)
"Lots of case studies!" C.G. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the analysis of the domains of swallowing and correlated impairments and risks." M.O. (Jul. 2023)
"Wonderful information about pediatric dysphagia. The speaker was so AWESOME!! Easy to access course and loved that I could work on it at my own pace." B.T. (Jun. 2023)
"The self-study section was most useful. The theoretical component confirmed already possessed knowledge, as well as added to it." F.A. (Jun. 2023)
"Gained a better understanding of what to expect from a neurotypical infant to better understand differences. I liked the self-paced VFSS. I appreciated that I could watch the videos multiple times to ensure I saw all that I needed to." L.B. (May 2023)
"Everything was very informative and allowed me to compare practices at my hospital. I liked the format of this course. It was engaging and easy to pick back up when breaks were needed." Y.M. (May 2023)
"The practice with the recorded swallow study cases was beneficial. I liked the way course was broken into sections and the wording/feedback of the recorded swallow studies." K.R. (May 2023)
"I am currently being trained to perform inpatient VFSS at my acute care facility. The checklist of signs and physiologic findings will be very helpful for my daily practice. I liked the checklist, and the self-guided video studies." T.R. (May 2023)
"I appreciated that recommendations were included with each self-study VFSS. I liked the self-study VFSS section." A.D. (May 2023)
"Review of findings, interpretation, and recommendations during case studies were beneficial." E.I. (May 2023)
"The case studies and associated videos were most enlightening across the board." W.F. (May 2023)
"I liked the discussion of what VFSS is and is not, and the examples of helpful report descriptions. The videos and case studies were beneficial." E.T. (May 2023)
"Joan is the key in this course. Her knowledge is priceless. I liked the organization and ample real-life examples." J.K. (May 2023)
"Neural anatomy and pharyngeal swallowing findings and interpretation were beneficial." S.F. (Apr. 2023)
"Discussion of VFSS in relation to pediatrics was beneficial - I currently perform adult studies, and it was helpful to learn the technicalities. I liked the case studies to review at the end - solidifies the information learned." H.B. (Apr. 2023)
"The format for efficiency and thoroughness will be applied to my future reports. I liked the functional MBS videos with audio and documentation." R.S. (Apr. 2023)
"Actual video of VFSS and interpretation was beneficial. I liked the many video examples which helped visualize structures and the sequence of swallow." N.S. (Apr. 2023)
"I appreciated the copious information to begin my journey with VFSS in the pediatric populations. I have extensive adult VFSS experience, so the contrasts of VFSS to pediatric were beneficial. I enjoyed the large amount of video examples with explanations for exposure to various anatomical and functional things I may encounter. I enjoyed the variety of patients and disorders that we were able to view." R.L. (Apr. 2023)
"The anatomic and physiologic differences between pediatric and adult patients were beneficial. I liked the examples of VFSS." E.H. (Apr. 2023)
"I found the case studies most helpful in learning. I liked the course format of both lectured material, as well as self-study material." C.M. (Apr. 2023)
"I currently work in pediatrics and complete instrumental evaluation, so this course was a great overview of the procedure and how best to describe findings and recommendations. I liked having the instructor talk through the video examples and discuss how she would describe her findings." A.V. (Mar. 2023)
"Interpretation of the VFSS and implication to recommendations. I liked the mix of videos and case studies." N.L. (Mar. 2023)
"Dr. Arvedson's expertise in interpreting findings was extremely helpful; what she would consider normal vs. delay, recommendations she would make and a rationale for them. Good pace, great information, good sequence for presentation of information. The case studies with interpretation are really beneficial to have." P.T. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the case studies. The explanations and real-life discussions were beneficial." T.A. (Mar. 2023)
"Relevant information that is easily applied to practice. Overview of anatomy as well as case studies were beneficial." M.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Interpretation and recommendations for treatment planning. I liked the ability to work through case studies and check my work." M.B. (Feb. 2023)
"Reassuring that I am doing the right thing when making decisions about when to continue some small p.o. trials with aspirators if medically stable. I liked being able to do course on my own time." E.H. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the review of anatomy/physiology and all the case studies." M.S. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the self study portion that allowed me to make my own conclusions and then compare to the presenter's. And the explanations on how to best characterize swallows in a chart." J.H. (Feb. 2023)
"I loved everything about this course! The most beneficial topics to me were: educating me about the correct terminology use, sample VFSS reports and videos, understanding VFSS findings, etc. I loved the case studies and sample reports." A.F. (Feb. 2023)
"The lectures and videos were great." G.M. (Feb. 2023)
"All of it was beneficial. I liked the video case studies to work through." B.L. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the flexibility of self-study." A.A. (Feb. 2023)
"This course will lead to real, immediate changes in my practice. I liked the case studies with documentation examples. Amazing!" M.M. (Jan. 2023)
"Joan, you're a star. Well presented. Honest and critical. I liked the videos - I love when a speaker presents a case study, from how they picked up the file to how they transferred the child back to community." A.C. (Jan. 2023)
"Knowledge that I can apply tomorrow when returning to work. Very practical and functional. I've spent almost 30 years performing MBSS daily on adults. I found this lecture on the A&P differences between adults and children very helpful." M.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Decision making and findings. Notes that accompanied the VFSS studies were really helpful." A.M. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the review of anatomy and watching the videos." T.K. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the self guided section with the videos of the interpretation and results. Helped me to see better what was occurring during the VFSS, what the results mean, and if my recommendations matched. I enjoyed the information in the lecture in combination with the self guided section to help apply what was learned." L.B. (Jan. 2023)
"Dr. Arvedson is enjoyable to listen to and extremely knowledgeable about this subject. She shares her experiences in clinical practice, proving her competence in the subject matter." M.S. (Jan. 2023)
"I work with preschool children in a school setting who have feeding problems, and while I do not perform or interpret VFSS, it was very interesting to observe the videos and consider the treatment/management decisions. It was all very interesting and observing case studies was most interesting." S.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Discussion regarding procedural guidelines for improving pediatric compliance during VFSS was beneficial. I liked the videos." K.A. (Dec. 2022)
"The lecture was extremely informative as well as all the practice VFSS videos. In general, an amazing class! I liked the template and example reports." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"The infant feeding information and examples were beneficial." L.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Defining and discussing specific components of the swallow was a really helpful part of this course. Self-study section was helpful for direct application of information as well." C.R. (Dec. 2022)
"Good video/case presentations." L.T. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the videos with interpretation and findings." A.L. (Dec. 2022)
"The videos and slides are great tools for enhancing learning. For the VFSS self-guided section, I really appreciate that the cases are varied when it comes to patient age and diagnoses." N.O. (Nov. 2022)
Presenter: Paula Sullivan, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
This course provides a comprehensive approach to proactive dysphagia evaluation and intervention necessary to optimize outcomes. Course topics include: management of HNC throughout the continuum of care, pathophysiology of swallowing dysfunction in HNC, aspiration in HNC, swallowing treatment, the feeding tube controversy and... more+
"Loved everything about this course! It was so thorough! Definitely loved the Functional outcome measures. Examples! Clear, concise manner of presentation and all of the tips and tricks with research to back up all." B.R. (Aug. 2024)
"I really enjoyed all of the material. The pictures are helpful and I liked hearing the percentages about nutrition, carryover of exercise. Truly, all of it!" H.K. (Aug. 2024)
"Beneficial refreshers of basic chemo/rad information - it's been a while since I last reviewed it. I liked the quick pace." S.C. (Jul. 2024)
"Pre-treatment assessment/treatment will help with the few cases of HNC that my facility receives. The information was straightforward and clear." R.C. (Jul. 2024)
"Treatments and patient/caregiver education on benefits of treatments prior to and following surgery. This course applies to my current population as well as populations I hope to serve in the future." D.L. (Jul. 2024)
"So glad I took this course. Specific assessments and templates were beneficial. Paula was super generous. I could clearly see her workflow. Really appreciate her." A.C. (Jul. 2024)
"All of the information was beneficial. I enjoyed learning specifically how to assess and treat HNC patients." A.G. (Jun. 2024)
"I really enjoyed the case studies, and her real-life examples." C.S. (Jun. 2024)
"Evidence-based studies to support therapy choices." L.M. (Jun. 2024)
"The comprehensive nature of the course was helpful. I liked that it included case studies." A.C. (Jun. 2024)
"Assessment and treatment were beneficial. I enjoyed the handout, the presenter's pace, and the presentation style." T.H. (Apr. 2024)
"The preventative exercises were helpful. The course covered relevant areas." M.I. (Apr. 2024)
"New directions in treatment was beneficial. I enjoyed the evidence based research." D.S. (Apr. 2024)
"Treatment protocol for introducing different foods based on current levels, "The Plan". Good case studies." B.S. (Apr. 2024)
"Scales to diagnose certain aspects of swallowing disorders in head and neck cancer patients were beneficial. The course was easy to understand." C.G. (Mar. 2024)
"I enjoyed the information for basics of HNC, enjoyed learning assessments for pre and post treatment, and enjoyed the intervention techniques." K.B. (Mar. 2024)
"The case studies were particularly helpful. I liked that this course can be completed in several stages over a period of time." E.N. (Mar. 2024)
"The prehabilitation program was beneficial." J.A. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked the information on chemo and radiation. This is something that I was never taught. The course was very easy to understand and follow despite the advanced topic." J.F. (Feb. 2024)
"The therapeutic techniques were beneficial. I liked that the sections were broken up for easy listening." K.M. (Jan. 2024)
"It was beneficial discussing direct SLP treatment options for patients before, during, and after treatment. I liked the ability to start/stop when able and being able to print slides ahead of the presentation." E.S. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing the timing of treatment was helpful. I liked the CEUs for this course." C.P. (Jan. 2024)
"The evidence-based case studies to suggest which kind of pre- or post-rehabilitation exercises are useful." C.C. (Jan. 2024)
"Great presentation! ALL the INFO was great. My aunt was recently diagnosed with cancer in her tonsils and possible lymph nodes, so I wanted to learn more information and refresh my previous knowledge as I currently work with Peds." M.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Multidisciplinary Team formation, tube feeding considerations, and treatment approaches were beneficial topics. I liked the case studies and detailed slides." A.O. (Dec. 2023)
"The exercises and research were helpful. The presenter was organized, knowledgeable, succinct for allotted time, and easy to listen to. Practical information to readily utilize." M.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial discussion of increasing PO intake as safe as possible during treatment. I liked the MBSS examples and FEES examples." M.H. (Dec. 2023)
"The treatment targets for HNC were helpful. I liked the shorter modules." A.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Treatment for HNC patients and how SLPs can help assess with specific objectives measured during MBSS. I liked the online PowerPoint available to follow along." S.R. (Dec. 2023)
"All of this content was helpful. I work in acute care hospitalization, so this is very useful information for objective assessment tools as well as treatment suggestions. Thank you." A.H. (Dec. 2023)
"I currently work in acute care, and we have been advocating for SLP services in the outpatient cancer clinic. I hope the messaging and the literature from this presentation will support that cause. Paula was a great speaker and clearly had a wealth of experience to share." L.E. (Nov. 2023)
"The speaker was very thorough and presented the information in a way that was easy to digest and follow. The "lose it and improve it" mantra will be helpful in my daily practice." L.B. (Nov. 2023)
"I've taken courses on proactive tx for HNC patients before, as well as have been treating HNC proactively for a few years. This was the best, most inclusive course I've ever taken. Kudos to Paula." L.M. (Nov. 2023)
"Very practical information on evaluation and swallow exercises. Many topics were extremely informative, including dosage of RT, side effects of RT, and weaning from tube feedings." R.J. (Nov. 2023)
"Course was very comprehensive with a lot of relevant information for speech pathologists. Many facts were presented in this course that I was not aware of, including possible long-term and even lifetime effects of dysphagia and other effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy." C.J. (Nov. 2023)
"The treatment section was helpful. The course was well organized and to the point." A.M. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning how to approach proactive treatment." D.B. (Oct. 2023)
"This course was very comprehensive, and the presenter was very knowledgeable. I liked the specific information about staging and the extensive information about the available assessment tools." K.D. (Oct. 2023)
"The prehab swallowing exercises were helpful. I liked the course handouts." D.J. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the review of efficacy studies of various therapeutic interventions for working with HNC population. The case studies presented were excellent and very helpful for interacting with hospital teams." A.H. (Oct. 2023)
"Staging knowledge, intervention and coding were beneficial topics." R.G. (Sep. 2023)
"Treatment for head and neck cancer. And it was helpful to discuss the principles of nutrition and supportive care." M.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Diagnosis, cancer and treatment effects on swallowing. I liked the flexibility in completing this course." A.R. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the depth of content in this presentation. The presenter was easy to follow and very informative. The timeline of inclusion of patients in therapy and therapy exercises included in habitation was helpful." P.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Course was thorough, speaker was knowledgeable. Types of treatment intervention were beneficial." S.C. (Sep. 2023)
"The pre/post intervention guidelines, current research, and best practices were beneficial discussions." R.H. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of recent studies regarding the effectiveness of prehabilitation." L.N. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the treatment techniques/programs. Case studies were beneficial." N.G. (Aug. 2023)
"Thorough and complete review in head & neck cancer evaluation and treatment. Very useful for daily practice. Excellent information that patients can directly use and the case studies were helpful." R.C. (Aug. 2023)
"Thorough course. I liked the statistics, overview, and rehab outline from other facilities." L.R. (Jul. 2023)
"I found this entire course helpful as I have not had much training with dysphagia and SLP treatment as it pertains to head and neck cancer. It was a very good overview of head and neck cancer and how a SLP can help individuals in treatment." M.D. (Jul. 2023)
"Great information & content. Excellent presenter. Helpful slides. Self-paced. I appreciate some of the supportive information regarding subclinical dysphagia. I had not heard of this term before. I feel reassured that much of what I am already doing was recommended in this course." K.F. (Jul. 2023)
"All very helpful content." C.L. (Jul. 2023)
"Excellent course. Easy to digest format." D.M. (May 2023)
Presenters: multiple expert presenters
This course covers mechanical ventilation, the application of in-line speaking valves, and swallowing interventions for tracheostomized and mechanically ventilated adult patients. Steps for in-line speaking valve application with troubleshooting and ventilator compensation will be discussed. Collaborative conversations between the SLP and Respiratory Therapist will foster a deeper understanding of ventilator compensation and how to contribute appropriately during in-line speaking valve trials.... more+
"The explanation of the vent is so helpful. I liked the practical application of the information and the charts." K.D. (Aug. 2024)
"All the information was very helpful. Lots of useful examples and cheat sheets to print off. Having several different speakers was good. Recap of basics at the beginning was helpful." P.H. (Jul. 2024)
"Beneficial understanding functional procedures of a ventilator. The course was easy to understand." A.N. (Jul. 2024)
"There was a lot of great information in this course with detail and multiple examples. The visuals of the actual vents and the readings were also very helpful." D.D. (Jun. 2024)
"How to read the vent with pictorial support with real-life examples and how they pertain to the particular patient was so helpful! The "when to pause" chart was excellent. I will be sharing that with my colleagues. Elaborations on the specific setting numbers and how they impact each other." L.B. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the info related to swallowing, swallow studies, etc. The examples were very helpful." A.H. (Jun. 2024)
"Interpreting ventilator settings to inform in-line speaking trials was helpful. I enjoyed the videos!" E.W. (Jun. 2024)
"The patient selection was helpful. I liked that I could complete the course at my own pace, easy to review sections if needed." J.S. (May. 2024)
"I liked discussing the ventilator settings and the exemplars on reviewing the patients' settings." B.M. (May. 2024)
"I enjoyed the video of how to place the valve." A.F. (May. 2024)
"I loved the chart "When the SLP should pause". Printed this out immediately when I came across it. Very useful in my everyday practice. Useful information provided in an easily digestible way." K.M. (Apr. 2024)
"All of the information was beneficial." E.G. (Apr. 2024)
"The examples were helpful and I liked the in-depth information about settings." M.H. (Apr. 2024)
"Reading the ventilator and understanding each parameter and its impact on phonation was beneficial. I liked all the examples and exercises of the monitors and videos." R.L. (Mar. 2024)
"It was beneficial analyzing example ventilator screens/settings and hypothesizing what the associated patient profile might look like. There were ample examples to practice/apply the material." R.J. (Mar. 2024)
"Discussing inline speaking valves was helpful. I liked that the course was brief." R.J. (Mar. 2024)
"Troubleshooting the vent in order to improve PMV tolerance was beneficial. I enjoyed the practice reading the vent and determining if PMV is appropriate." K.R. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing PMV in line with the ventilator was beneficial. I liked learning about what all the ventilator settings mean. The course was easy to follow, good slides." R.P. (Feb. 2024)
"Learning different vent settings and how they apply to SLP's role. Lots of examples and pictures of vents/settings." A.G. (Feb. 2024)
"The tips for vent settings and appropriateness of pt for in-line trials were helpful." K.H. (Jan. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss the different modes of ventilator settings and how to interpret the readings." C.C. (Jan. 2024)
"The info regarding in-line speaking valve placement sequence was beneficial. The course was easy to understand, good PowerPoint information." A.S. (Jan. 2024)
"I learned a lot from the entire session." R.C. (Dec. 2023)
"All of this course was helpful! Clear and concise information. Liked additional info by the RT." L.T. (Dec. 2023)
"All of the course was valuable! The background information regarding the ventilator settings, adjustments that can be made during trials, and using a team approach were all wonderful! The visual supports given accompanied by verbal explanation helped me understand the variables that can exist from one patient to another." K.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial review of mechanical ventilation settings. Self-paced learning." R.R. (Dec. 2023)
"This course was great! I appreciated the in-depth application breakdown in addition to the breakdown of ventilator settings. Coming from a Level 1 Trauma hospital, this population is part of our daily workflow. The troubleshooting portion gave me some new information to take back to the RTs for better patient outcomes and to build trust and greater collaboration." L.W. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the discussion on the readings on the ventilator and the definition of each type of ventilator setting." P.R. (Dec. 2023)
"A wealth of information - good use of visuals and videos. The video of putting on the speaking valve was very helpful to see the process." J.W. (Dec. 2023)
"I found this entire course to be an extremely helpful step-by-step method to start incorporating this into an ICU setting. I liked that there were specific examples of how to help inform RT how to address pts like this together because it's likely they have less experience to start." D.K. (Nov. 2023)
"Interpreting ventilator settings was beneficial. I liked the RT chiming in." C.D. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the overview/refresher of needs related to the assessment of the in-line speaking valve. Clear, concise information throughout the presentation." J.M. (Nov. 2023)
"The definitions of peep, pip, tidal volume, minute ventilation, etc, and their implications in PMV use and troubleshooting were very helpful. This is not something SLPs learn about in school, and continuing education/on-the-job training is extremely informative. I enjoyed the charts with specific information for SLPs and the video demonstrations." J.B. (Nov. 2023)
"Knowledgeable presenters. Discussing vent settings was helpful." K.P. (Nov. 2023)
"The data was beneficial. The content was easy to understand." M.B. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the videos and examples." C.H. (Nov. 2023)
"Detailed description of ventilator settings with troubleshooting." D.R. (Oct. 2023)
"Practical examples of reviewing vent settings to determine appropriate candidacy for in-line speaking valve trials." D.W. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the detailed explanation of vent settings!" E.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Having both SLP and RT presenters was beneficial. They were easy to follow. Learning the ventilator lingo and the meaning behind the terminology was very helpful for this extreme novice in this space." A.T. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning the various vent modes was helpful. The presenter's explanations were thorough yet easy to understand. I appreciated how in-depth the presenters were with all the information. I did not know much about RMST, and now I look forward to learning more." A.C. (Sep. 2023)
"Interpretation of ventilator data was beneficial. This course had great information. Excellent examples. The speakers were knowledgeable and easy to listen to." R.C. (Sep. 2023)
"This was truly the best course I have ever taken. I appreciated the following: repetition of information - videos - slides that can be printed out for reference - discussion on how swallow can be impaired with references to research. I cannot say enough about this course. Loved consistent repetition, opportunities to practice, videos, problem solving, and easy to read slides." V.F. (Sep. 2023)
"Understanding that FiO2 and PEEP target oxygenation, and minute ventilation and RR target Co2 clearance. I liked the description of ventilation and respiration, and the multiple examples of reading and interpreting ventilator screen read-outs." J.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Everything related to how to use inline PMV with different vent modes was beneficial. I liked being able to complete course at my discretion." L.M. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the review of vent management. And the case studies." L.H. (Sep. 2023)
"Very informative course. Learning when to trial a speaking valve." S.C. (Sep. 2023)
"All of it was beneficial. I liked the videos, multiple examples, and RT input." R.K. (Aug. 2023)
"The practice vent screens were beneficial to help determine who and who would not be a good candidate for an inline speaking valve trial. I liked the course format, examples and videos." H.B. (Jul. 2023)
"This was one of the best courses I've viewed on mechanical ventilation modes and settings for the speech pathologist. The combination of slides, videos, and opportunities given throughout the presentation to read mock vent settings and to decide if the patient is or is not a good candidate for an in-line speaking valve was very effective. I found valuable the input of the RT in further explaining the relationship between different vent settings." L.D. (Jul. 2023)
"Guidelines for assessing candidates for in-line pmsv, and examples of vent settings were beneficial." A.H. (Jul. 2023)
"Ventilator background knowledge. I liked the clarity, repetition, and examples." J.G. (Jul. 2023)
"The method of instruction was great." L.G. (Jun. 2023)
"Vent settings and problem solving once inline valve is placed was beneficial to discuss." K.L. (Jun. 2023)
"Vent settings and SV candidacy were beneficial topics. I liked the videos and examples." N.G. (Jun. 2023)
"There was a lot of good information. I liked that this course went into vent settings in detail. I found the chart for PmV requirements to be particularly useful. I liked that presenters talked about possible settings that could be adjusted for different vent issues." K.L. (Jun. 2023)
"This course really gave me a much better level of understanding of vents, to be able to discuss things with respiratory therapists if needed." K.L. (Jun. 2023)
"Great format. Learned vent settings and terminology." J.A. (Jun. 2023)
"In-line speaking valve and dysphagia were beneficial topics. I liked having more than one speaker and having respiratory be a part of the presentation." L.C. (Jun. 2023)
"I found the explanations of the ventilators really beneficial in relation to readiness for in-line SV. This is something I have always struggled to understand and the test examples were really helpful to solidify the theory." C.D. (May 2023)
"This course was a good mix of theory, videos, and practical testing. I felt this combination was really useful in helping me to better understand the topic and apply my knowledge." C.D. (May 2023)
"The troubleshooting info was beneficial. I liked the RT and SLP total collaboration." T.S. (May 2023)
"I liked the extra practice at the end of the presentation that learners can do on their own and check their answers with the handouts to reinforce learning. I liked the table summarizing when the SLP should pause for various ventilator settings to look out for while determining if a pt might potentially be a good candidate for in-line PMV trials." Y.X. (May 2023)
"Discussion of vent settings and comprehensive explanation was beneficial. I liked the examples given, and in depth explanation." J.B. (Apr. 2023)
"Applying knowledge of ventilators and tracheotomy on the impact of swallowing. This was a highly informative course and provided a variety of self-assessment tools and videos to assist with comprehension of materials." A.M. (Apr. 2023)
"The clinical application and examples of how to determine in-line candidacy were beneficial. I liked the chart/handouts that were included." H.C. (Apr. 2023)
"Vent settings in general and vent setting in relation to speaking valve trials were beneficial. This course was presented clearly and interesting to watch." A.S. (Apr. 2023)
"I had long been searching for a course on this topic, so I liked it all!! Learning ventilator settings and what they tell us about the respiratory status of the patient, how they interact with one another, and how they impact swallowing." A.P. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the simple, easy to understand explanations. Vent modes and steps to apply in-line PMSV were beneficial." J.Y. (Mar. 2023)
"All of it was useful to improve my basic understanding and also gave some specific ventilator examples. The ventilator examples were good. Having the respiratory background to link with what the ventilator may be doing/set to was really useful too." T.K. (Mar. 2023)
"Explanation of ventilator settings in relation to indicators of breathing performance." Y.M. (Feb. 2023)
"Understanding ventilator settings and using in line PMV was beneficial." S.G. (Feb. 2023)
"Very clear presentation, excellent handouts, practical information, and well organized and taught. Learning to read the ventilator settings and understand the parameters better than I have before." L.V. (Jan. 2023)
"Excellent explanation of how vent settings interact. Provided "simulated vents" to determine candidacy for intervention." B.C. (Jan. 2023)
"It was helpful to see numerous examples of vent settings." H.H. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked going through the vent settings and understanding what to look for. The handouts were great. I really liked how you could use them in daily practice." M.G. (Jan. 2023)
"The actual reading and interpreting of a monitor to understand what each item means for the Pt's ventilation and respiration was really helpful. Visual examples and videos to help me understand aspects of ventilators that I don't have access to in my setting." D.L. (Dec. 2022)
"I LOVED the step by step on how to do an assessment on the vent with your patient. So many courses skip this part - the actual tangible information you can take to a session." O.P. (Dec. 2022)
"Good visual examples. Learning to read vent settings was beneficial." H.P. (Dec. 2022)
"The charts and case studies were extremely helpful. Learning what is considered LOW/MED/HIGH settings for each mode of ventilation." N.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning about the impact of a valve during swallowing was beneficial." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Going over specific examples of how to interpret vent settings was helpful. The explanation of modes of ventilation, interpreting vent information, and determining if a patient meets criteria for in-line trials." R.P. (Nov. 2022)
"Presenters were incredible and very good course format!!" M.O. (Nov. 2022)
"Comprehensive approach. I liked the short duration with very specific assessment and treatment information." A.F. (Nov. 2022)
"Clearly stated information and practical examples." S.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Detailed case studies looking at specific vent settings was very helpful." L.V. (Nov. 2022)
"The hands-on practice and case studies for reading ventilator control panels and troubleshooting was good." A.D. (Nov. 2022)
"Great work." J.C. (Nov. 2022)
"The introduction to ventilator definitions and RT basics to consider within the SLP scope of practice was beneficial. I liked the videos and opportunities to apply the content while reviewing vents immediately after learning the definitions/target volumes." E.R. (Nov. 2022)
"The knowledge of ventilation and swallowing was great. I liked that course was self-paced." A.O. (Nov. 2022)
"Knowledge about the ventilation, being able to read and interpret the monitor correctly, and swallowing. In my daily practice, inline valves are not (yet) used." I.M. (Oct. 2022)
"The specific details regarding ventilators and how to interpret the numbers was very informative, very relevant, and answered many of my questions regarding ventilators." C.S. (Oct. 2022)
"So many practical examples! A lot of practice interpreting vents." C.G. (Oct. 2022)
"Very well explained presentation. I liked the use of videos to support the information." M.W. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the in-depth analysis of settings and appropriateness of SV trials, and the ease of delivery of the course." C.T. (Oct. 2022)
"The speakers were easy to understand and their discussion followed along with the handout." D.Z. (Oct. 2022)
"The vent number sheet will be helpful." M.W. (Oct. 2022)
"The entire course was beneficial for my practice." M.W. (Oct. 2022)
"Repetition of key concepts, highly competent and experienced presenters, very pertinent to my practice currently." J.W. (Oct. 2022)
"Excellent content. The information on how to read ventilator settings and reported measures with decision-making processes was clearly indicated." K.Y. (Oct. 2022)
"Practical information and advice - presenters spoke in a way that was easy to understand." G.G. (Sept. 2022)
"The videos were helpful." J.P. (Sept. 2022)
"The whole course was well outlined and really specific for SLPs in critical care. Lots of practical examples alongside the theory." A.B. (Sept. 2022)
"Getting specific with ventilator parameters with regard to candidacy for inline PMV. The RT contributions to the presentation - very helpful!" E.B. (Sept. 2022)
"Great information to increase my understanding of ventilators." L.S. (Sept. 2022)
"The course was easy to understand and well presented - Liked learning more about vent settings and how to read them." D.D. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the real examples to work through. Review of actual ventilator photos and finding relevant information was so helpful. It was also very helpful to understand what each setting actually means, not just the parameters to be aware of." A.T. (Sept. 2022)
"This course was easy to follow. Education on respiration and ventilation was helpful." L.M. (Sept. 2022)
"The core components of the course were thoroughly covered and well-explained. The course was enhanced by the many examples of vent settings and their meanings, as well as touching on more in depth content. These extra items broadened my understanding of the topic. The course did an excellent job conveying and testing the core components while inviting participants to learn even more." S.S. (Sept. 2022)
"The videos of how to place an in line pmv were good. Learning vent settings and how to read the vent was beneficial." S.S. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the respiratory therapist in the presentation and the explanation of ventilator settings, protocol for assessment on inline PMV and swallowing." D.T. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the chart about things to "pause" and videos about how to set up in-line valve. And learning about other vent settings to change besides PEEP." L.G.M. (Sept. 2022)
"This is an excellent course, taught by knowledgeable, well-informed instructors. The combination of the SLPs and a Respiratory Therapist is great, and I've been working in Veterans on mechanical ventilation and/or using speaking valves for over 24 years." L.W.M. (Aug. 2022)
"I enjoyed the breakdown of the vent settings in order to better understand how the ventilator works in general prior to applying that understanding when placing and in-line speaking valve. As a visual learner, I enjoyed the visuals and videos to assist in understanding." J.C. (Aug. 2022)
"The examples to test your knowledge were helpful." E.N. (Aug. 2022)
"Extremely detailed and applicable to the acute care SLP servicing critical care units and patients. The flow/format of the presentation allowed for easy transition between slides/topics. I appreciated the collaborative conversation between SLPs and RT as well as the breakdown of specific ventilator settings/parameters. Content, images, review of equipment, settings, modes, videos, demonstrations were beyond helpful." S.W. (Aug. 2022)
"Very useful companion material for the acute/intensive care medical SLP. Perfect to stop, rewatch as needed for understanding." K.W. (Aug. 2022)
"This was a great course! It provided much needed information for SLPs working with patients who require mechanical ventilation. I highly recommend this course for all therapists who work with this population." A.S. (Aug. 2022)
Presenters: Melissa Farrow, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S & Kristine Goldynia, SLPD, CCC-SLP
Adults with intellectual disability are at risk for dysphagia. The unique swallowing, feeding, and behavioral challenges experienced in this population must be considered when assessing and treating these patients. This course discusses appropriate dysphagia assessment, management plans, and training programs for adults with intellectual disability.... more+
"All information was excellent, and I learned a lot that I can implement in my private practice with dysphagia and the IDD population. The course was easy to follow." C.W. (Jul. 2024)
"Dysphagia management and caregiver training for dysphagia were beneficial." K.S. (Jul. 2024)
"The approaches to treatment and caregiver training in institutionalized vs. community-based settings were helpful. I appreciated the depth and detail of information provided." K.S. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked learning about Rumination syndrome and the associated clinical symptoms." K.W. (May. 2024)
"Group home training was helpful. I enjoyed the case study information." K.U. (Mar. 2024)
"The assessments were beneficial. Corroborates my practices." E.G. (Feb. 2024)
"I now have a better understanding of this population as it relates to dysphagia. Methods and strategies to help minimize risk for aspiration, standardized testing options, and caregiver meal plan training ideas." M.D. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing different assessments was beneficial. I liked the overview of the plan of care and follow through." M.S. (Jan. 2024)
"I am the guardian for an adult with ID, and we recently had a hospitalization with aspiration - this course has provided many opportunities for me to engage his support team in his group home." C.S. (Dec. 2023)
"All of the information covered is pertinent to my current work environment, so this is very useful." J.F. (Dec. 2023)
"IDD/dysphagia were beneficial topics. Easy listening." R.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Periodontal issues were beneficial to discuss. I liked the speed and details with the use of the slides." M.S. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked that the course was convenient to complete at my own pace and at home." J.C. (Dec. 2023)
"As someone who works with individuals with ID, this course was helpful in terms of providing information on identifying interventions and developing a POC." K.P. (Nov. 2023)
"Entire course was of benefit. All information was clinically applicable to my work." H.S. (Nov. 2023)
"The standardized clinical swallowing assessments were beneficial. I liked the information discussed." J.M. (Nov. 2023)
"This entire course is geared towards the population I work with! I liked the case studies and practicality of the course for SLPs working with adults with Intellectual Disabilities." K.S. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the standardized assessments, oral care, and the care plan." J.Z. (Oct. 2023)
"Discussing the oral hygiene statistics in individuals with IDD was helpful." N.P. (Sep. 2023)
"The topic of rumination was beneficial to discuss." L.P. (Sep. 2023)
"The sections on dental hygiene, types of community settings and level of staff experience were beneficial. The slides were very helpful." M.T. (Sep. 2023)
"It was beneficial learning how to help individuals with intellectual disabilities manage their dysphagia successfully. Also, identifying how to limit s/s. I enjoy broadening my knowledge in the area of dysphagia. Specifically with practical examples." M.D. (Aug. 2023)
"This was a very informative course. There is a great need for information about the residential setting for the ID/DD population." Y.S. (Jul. 2023)
Presenters: Kendrea Garand, PhD, CScD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, CBIS, CCRE & Emma Wallace, PhD
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a sleep-related condition in which there is intermittent temporary cessation of airflow during sleep resulting from partial or complete collapse of the pharynx. This course reviews the evidence to provide up-to-date information for clinicians about OSA, its impact on swallowing function, and how best to manage dysphagia in adult patients with OSA.... more+
"This course was beneficial as many of my patients have OSA." L.B. (Jul. 2024)
"The relationship between OSA and dysphagia was helpful to discuss. I liked the assessment tools for assessing, screening for sleep apnea." S.G. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussing OSA and dysphagia was beneficial, I try to note if a patient has OSA, but don't necessarily screen for dysphagia." L.W. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial reinforcement of respiratory training for swallowing. I liked the course format." T.S. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial therapeutic interventions that an SLP can provide on an adjunctive basis. Also, the understanding that if the patient has a history of OSA in the absence of a dysphagia diagnosis, that OSA in and of itself would be an indication for a swallowing screening. I enjoyed the detailed information regarding the prevalence of OSA with respect to dysphagia, information about symptoms of OSA and treatment strategies regarding dysphagia in this population." S.L. (May. 2024)
"Discussing the research linking the two was beneficial. I liked the possibility for future research direction." C.J. (May. 2024)
"The research presented was Interesting." M.S. (Apr. 2024)
"Wow, how much you covered in 1 hour is amazing. Truly beneficial and well done!!! Best class I’ve had in a long while." K.K. (Apr. 2024)
"The correlation of OSA and dysphagia and which impacts the other was a helpful topic. I liked that there were some well thought out hypotheses that should be pursued." O.B. (Mar. 2024)
"Discussing the causes of OSA, not just anatomical, was beneficial. I liked the content." T.S. (Mar. 2024)
"It was helpful learning that OSA can be associated with dysphagia. The course was easy to understand." K.P. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing OSA prevalence was beneficial, especially w/ GERD and management options. I liked the course accessibility." C.M. (Jan. 2024)
"This course will expand my questions to my patients and include further research on my own related to OSA. I didn't have any prior knowledge about this, so it was very interesting to make more connections with anatomy, neurological changes, and possible areas of concern for patients." J.D. (Dec. 2023)
"The background knowledge of OSA and review of treatment options were helpful. The presenters were organized and presented well together." M.S. (Dec. 2023)
"The SLP considerations were beneficial. I enjoyed the information." A.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Excellent topic maintenance and slides. Sleep apnea and its overall health issues are becoming increasingly prevalent in my line of work." S.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The impairments specific to OSA and treatments were beneficial. I enjoyed becoming informed about OSA and dysphagia." N.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing reflux rates in OSA was helpful. Easy to understand content - nice explanations with clear findings from studies." G.A. (Dec. 2023)
"The discussion of delayed swallow onset being affected was beneficial. Good stats." A.B. (Dec. 2023)
"This course made me think about OSA and the need to address it in my assessments. The correlation with cardiovascular and neurologic diseases was a beneficial topic." M.M. (Nov. 2023)
"After this course, I understand how OSA impacts swallowing. The explanation of the causes and consequences of OSA was beneficial." S.H. (Nov. 2023)
"This course has opened my eyes to something I had never thought about. I enjoyed the openness of what needs to be researched and why." C.O. (Nov. 2023)
"The presenters were both engaging. The course was very organized. I liked the discussion on how OSA may contribute to dysphagia and how to target dysphagia with those who suffer from OSA." L.W. (Nov. 2023)
"The most common swallowing issues associated with OSA was a helpful discussion." L.O. (Nov. 2023)
"The relationship between OSA and dysphagia, the need to screen for OSA as part of the evaluation, especially with neurologically impaired clients, and therapy that an SLP could try to decrease OSA were beneficial topics. I liked the inclusion of therapeutic ideas to address OSA." J.R. (Nov. 2023)
"Organized presentation. OSA sensory and motor abnormalities were helpful topics." K.C. (Nov. 2023)
"Increased information about OSA as a medical diagnosis and how it impacts ventilation dispelled some of my erroneous pre-conceptions about who might have OSA. This was new information to me." N.A. (Nov. 2023)
"Everything in this course was beneficial. I liked the sleep studies." B.G. (Nov. 2023)
"Very nice overview of OSA, how it is diagnosed, and the role SLPs may play in this area. The handouts were great, easy to follow, great presenters." S.H. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the list of targeted research regarding OSA as it relates to SLP and the list of different options for managing OSA." A.M. (Oct. 2023)
"After taking this course, I will be more alert to investigate if OSA may be a contributing factor for my dysphagia patients. The presentation was very concise. Both presenters had easy-to-understand styles of presentation." G.S. (Sep. 2023)
"New information. The presenters were good. Learning dysphagia symptoms in OSA was beneficial." J.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Apnea-Hypopnea index & research info were beneficial. Stressed the urgent need for the SLP's knowledge & education in this area for their patients! Also, the effect that OSA can have on dysphagia and vice versa." M.D. (Sep. 2023)
"It was helpful to learn about the overall lack of knowledge regarding OSA in speech pathology and to bring awareness of the impact on our patients." L.L. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the questionnaires. The course had good pace and clarity." J.G. (Sep. 2023)
"I enjoyed the entire contents of this course. I enjoy learning how many aspects of someone's life where we can intervene and help." E.N. (Aug. 2023)
"This course was clearly presented. I liked all of the information more for personal knowledge at this time than professional since I am in the schools presently." P.M. (Jul. 2023)
"Updated research. Learning the OSA and Dysphagia correlation." J.A. (Jul. 2023)
"Definition of OSA and its relationship to dysphagia was beneficial to discuss. I liked learning about something which is little known in our field." L.H. (Jul. 2023)
"I had very limited knowledge prior to taking this course & the information presented will be useful to patients on my caseload, especially treatment considerations that I was unaware of. I liked the topic and knowledge of the presenters." A.H. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the discussion on the other ways to treat OSA other than CPAP." A.B. (Jul. 2023)
"SLPs definitely need more training in OSA! I think the prevalence between OSA and dysphagia including higher risk factors such as higher Mallampati scores, airway invasion, and delayed swallow initiation affecting upper airway collapse, was beneficial. I want to learn more about RMST/EMST for treatment purposes. I liked learning that OMT exercises are improving sleep apnea, which is what I am currently doing." A.M. (Jun. 2023)
"Learning prevalence of OSA and dysphagia and neurological disorders. And how it may impact the population of patients we see in acute care." S.D. (Jun. 2023)
"The relationship of OSA-Dysphagia-Reflux was beneficial. I am now aware of OSA and that it has a relationship to dysphagia, and I will ask about it as I do swallow evaluations." J.D. (Jun. 2023)
"Coexisting conditions were a beneficial topic. I liked the explanation of OSA, and education of uses of information regarding OSA in case history." D.P. (Jun. 2023)
"Succinct. Clear. The possible benefits of oral motor strengthening and expiratory and/or inspiratory muscle training on OSA and OSA-related dysphagia." S.K. (Jun. 2023)
"An interesting, novel, quick CEU course. I liked the evaluation of patient w/ neurogenic disease and OSA w/ possibly dysphagia." L.S. (Jun. 2023)
"This entire presentation was relevant to my daily practice as I see both inpatients and outpatients for swallowing assessments and have recently been receiving referrals from our sleep docs for MBS studies on patients with OSA - and I honestly did not have knowledge around this topic!" J.L. (Jun. 2023)
"The presenters were engaging and informative. The information provided was timely, and the length of the course was perfect." J.L. (Jun. 2023)
"Very clear and concise. I liked the screening tools." E.C. (Jun. 2023)
"Survey results and dysphagia prevalence were beneficial topics. I liked the course duration and complexity." D.S. (Jun. 2023)
"The discussion of the prevalence of OSA in patients with Dysphagia and information about neurological changes in patients with OSA was beneficial. I liked the format of the course and appreciated the amount of literature review." J.S. (May 2023)
"This course definitely stimulated thoughts linked to dysphagia. The correlation between airway changes and most common deficits was beneficial." A.M. (May 2023)
"Discussing the additional health issues associated with OSA was beneficial." J.T. (May 2023)
"I liked that there were 2 instructors. This course was organized, backed up by research, and very informative. Discussing that patients with OSA should be screened for possible swallowing problems was beneficial." K.S. (May 2023)
"I found it interesting that so many SLPs were aware of the correlation between OSA and Dysphagia. I had never heard of the correlation of OSA and neurological disease." P.R. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the straightforward presentation style. The general info was beneficial." S.F. (Mar. 2023)
"All very good info. Learning the relative high co-occurrence of dysphagia and OSA and ways to treat." S.K. (Mar. 2023)
"Lots of information presented in a quick course! Understanding of the mechanism of OSA, and co-occurrence of OSA and dysphagia in neurogenic patient populations." B.H. (Feb. 2023)
"Good level of detail. Understanding OSA and how it relates to the SLP profession via dysphagia and other co-occurring disorders." S.V. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the explanation of OSA and the treatment for OSA." R.K. (Feb. 2023)
"I found the entire discussion beneficial. I enjoyed the convenience of course." A.W. (Jan. 2023)
"Detailed explanation of what OSA is. Short yet cohesive course." J.H. (Jan. 2023)
"Awareness of dysphagia and reflux in OSA was beneficial. I liked the specifics in dysphagia symptoms and treatment." M.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Reflux and OSA. New information." M.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Co-occurrence of OSA with other dysphagia causing neurological disease. I liked the visual and audio formats together." R.H. (Dec. 2022)
"The effects of OSA on swallowing specifically. I liked the handouts." M.R. (Dec. 2022)
"Awareness of the link between dysphagia and apnea. Short and excellent messaging." G.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Course was organized well, speakers were generally clear in their presentation and honest in the availability of research that was targeted and conclusive. I also found the charts, graphs and studies were helpful and interesting, contributing to a full presentation." A.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning the incidence of OSA c/ neurogenic disorders. Liked that I could take course at my own pace." A.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Exercises to reduce OSA. I liked the international collaboration." C.W. (Dec. 2022)
"Description of OSA, tests that are used. Liked explanation of respiratory swallow incoordination. Very well organized, presented." B.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Lots of information. Good format." R.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning how OSA can lead to dysphagia, and its treatment." S.V. (Dec. 2022)
"Good visual slides accompanied the presentation. I liked the suggestions for oral motor and breathing exercises." P.D. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked both presenters who were knowledgeable and engaging. And learning treatment options for OSA." K.I. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning how and possibly why OSA might affect swallowing was beneficial. The knowledge of the presenters and the layout of the presentation made it easy to follow and understand the information." K.C. (Nov. 2022)
"Liked learning OSA's relationship to other neuromuscular disorders." S.F. (Nov. 2022)
"The whole presentation was excellent. Liked the oral motor and respiratory exercises." S.P. (Nov. 2022)
"The course is easy to follow." J.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Presenters were knowledgeable and explained concepts with clarity. Liked learning the connection between OSA and dysphagia." L.R. (Nov. 2022)
"Course was filled with information that I was not aware of - relationship of OSA to dysphagia." C.J. (Nov. 2022)
"I am most interested in this topic and look forward to the research that follows." C.B. (Oct. 2022)
"Instructors were knowledgeable. I liked all the reviews of research." K.G. (Oct. 2022)
"The topic could be very helpful. I'm really interested in the relationship between OSA and dysphagia." E.W. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked all of the content. It gave information on a under-studied topic." D.P. (Oct. 2022)
"The therapeutic interventions and identification were beneficial for my practice." D.C. (Oct. 2022)
"I like the treatment ideas from an slp perspective." S.B. (Sept. 2022)
"Good information on the topic in a concise manner. Liked learning the connection between dysphagia and OSA." A.V. (Sept. 2022)
"The presenters were knowledgeable and currently practicing in this area. The information about the unintended strengthening and thickening of upper airway muscles which can occur with OSA was beneficial." J.W. (Sept. 2022)
"New material that I didn't know about - OSA related swallowing disorders." K.N. (Sept. 2022)
"Very easy to follow - well presented - great instructors - research based - interesting and new." L.H. (Sept. 2022)
"Awareness that dysphagia may be present in patients with OSA and the discussion regarding treatment was interesting." L.S. (Sept. 2022)
"The general overall awareness of the impact of OSA on swallowing, and more details toward evaluation and treatment were beneficial for my practice." A.D. (Aug. 2022)
"Easy to follow course. I liked the screening tool for OSA patients related to dysphagia." A.S. (Aug. 2022)
"Good research based evidence for treatment of OSA in dysphagia." C.W. (Aug. 2022)
"Good slides. I liked the discussion of related problems, such as stroke and outcomes." C.M. (Aug. 2022)
"The content of this course is not something I encounter on a daily basis, however, it is something to consider and to be aware of. I do work with children who have various structural issues due to diagnoses (DS, etc) and some with very enlarged tonsils etc. It may serve to be useful in helping these children and their families." K.S. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the flexibility, brevity, and ease of access." K.S. (Aug. 2022)
"The course content was current and applicable." A.L. (July 2022)
Presenters: Jennifer A. Brush, MA, CCC-SLP & Brush Development,
This comprehensive dementia course includes lectures, handout materials, and therapy activity ideas that provide the essential tools needed for clinicians working with individuals who have cognitive impairment. Participants will leave this course with blueprints for purposeful activities for all levels of cognitive impairment that will increase elder engagement throughout the day. ... more+
"Attention tasks to incorporate into outpatient therapy were helpful. I liked the visuals/pictures of activities and suggestions." A.E. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked discussing the specific questions commonly asked when working with dementia patients." L.S. (Jul. 2024)
"Very clear and concise presentation." M.W. (Jul. 2024)
"All of the information was helpful." T.M. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the practical examples of things that we can do in our own practices." J.B. (Jul. 2024)
"I loved the functionality of the information regarding how to create environmental changes for people with dementia. I enjoyed the visual aids and the format of the course." A.W. (Jun. 2024)
"Delineation of the types of Dementia. Ms. Brush has a nice narrative flow, and is able to convey very practical information in a detailed and understandable manner." R.A. (Jun. 2024)
"All of the modules were helpful. I enjoyed the organization of the modules, information provided, and knowledge of the presenter. The course was inclusive and helpful." W.R. (Jun. 2024)
"Strategies to prevent repetitive questioning were beneficial. I enjoyed the presenter's calm and clear style of presenting course content." B.S. (Jun. 2024)
"I found the discussion of therapeutic interventions helpful, which inspired new ideas on other activities I can do with my dementia patients. Jennifer Brush's presentations are always thorough and professionally done. I look forward to taking more of her classes." A.J. (May. 2024)
"How to help people with cognitive decline with their communication and how to help them cope in general with their symptoms. Materials were well made, simple and clear. Course topics were also good." M.K. (May. 2024)
"The strategies for repetitive questioning were helpful. Low-cost solutions for a dementia-friendly environment." C.L. (May. 2024)
"I enjoyed learning about how to optimize the environment to meet the needs of the patient." A.J. (May. 2024)
"The repetitive questions strategies were beneficial and the course was practical." S.F. (May. 2024)
"The activities given as examples were helpful. I liked the course's flexibility." J.H. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing cognitive factors to consider at mealtime was helpful. I enjoyed the colorful slideshow." M.R. (Mar. 2024)
"ADL implementation with a family member with dementia was beneficial. I liked the speaker's pace." D.D. (Mar. 2024)
"All topics were excellent. I enjoyed the various activities and examples shared." R.M. (Mar. 2024)
"The therapy tasks were beneficial. Good course, easy to follow." E.B. (Feb. 2024)
"The activities were helpful. This course covered a lot of great information." S.H. (Jan. 2024)
"I enjoyed many of the topics, and my favorite area involved Creating Meaningful Therapy Sessions for Later Stage Dementia Using Preserved Abilities and Familiar Objects. The Signage, Spaced Retrieval, Memory Book, environmental manipulation, and sensory information were familiar to me from other presentations and experiences. I appreciate this presentation's clarity of descriptions and juxtaposition of theory and practice organized by target behaviors/needs." C.V. (Dec. 2023)
"Very functional presentation that can be put into practice without delay." C.V. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the organization of the course and info presented." M.S. (Dec. 2023)
"The information was pertinent and presented clearly and efficiently. The information on environmental changes to ease wayfinding in clients with dementia was helpful." M.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Therapy ideas I can put into practice. I liked the therapy ideas, especially for later-stage dementia. Also, solutions for repetitive questioning and wanting to go home." T.P. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the reminders and techniques for self-care." J.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Helpful examples of therapy ideas. I liked the shorter distinct sections." A.D. (Dec. 2023)
"The tasks, communication techniques, and visual cues to share with staff were helpful. This course was easy to follow, nice review of information related to memory and neuro." S.M. (Nov. 2023)
"The increased role in teaching paid caregivers was beneficial. Nice self-care tips." S.K. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing varying types of dementia and memory was helpful. I enjoyed the focus on what patients can do." C.E. (Nov. 2023)
"Excellent information overall. The discussion on resolving repetitive questioning was beneficial." B.G. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the Spaced Retrieval refresher. Memory types review was beneficial. Information to share with other team members." L.L. (Nov. 2023)
"The information about Montessori was beneficial. I liked that this course was self-paced." A.P. (Nov. 2023)
"The specific therapy activities to support areas that clients are having a challenge with were very helpful. I appreciated the organization of the course. Looking at the different types of Dementia and associated patterns of behavior was very helpful." J.K. (Oct. 2023)
"Techniques for working with challenges in cognition and language in those with dementia. I liked the description of the different types of dementia." R.D. (Aug. 2023)
"This course was extremely relevant to my daily work. Mealtime suggestions, signage color suggestions, therapy treatment session ideas, were all helpful." C.M. (Aug. 2023)
"Many examples and practical ideas. Engaging, easy-to-follow course. I liked the activity ideas to target patients with dementia." E.T. (Aug. 2023)
"Dementia-friendly & environment-practical recommendations. All topics were appreciated! Numerous strategies offered." C.H. (Aug. 2023)
"This course opened my eyes to how much CAN be done with patients who have dementia. I liked the activities to use with patients." E.D. (Aug. 2023)
"It was beneficial discussing how to help with mealtimes and therapeutic activities. I liked the strategies for self-care of caregivers." V.C. (Aug. 2023)
"I enjoyed learning about the Montessori approach to working with adults with dementia. I liked how the instructor acknowledged that therapists often have to work with what they have due to budget constraints and how to make the most of what is available in the building in which they work." K.D. (Jul. 2023)
"It was nice to see practical examples of activities and procedures. Explanation and implementation modeling of the treatment strategy of spaced retrieval was beneficial. I appreciated the focus on helping the individual with dementia to be and feel successful. The activities demonstrated give purpose and enrichment to the individual’s day." S.P. (Jul. 2023)
"The therapy ideas were fantastic. Lots of ideas along with conveying the need to validate and provide understanding." S.H. (Jun. 2023)
"Strategies to increase quality of life. I liked the real life examples." M.B. (Jun. 2023)
"Informative and updated course. Functional activities provided for appropriate dementia intervention for quality of life/care." M.W. (Jun. 2023)
"Good information and activities to use in therapy and interdisciplinary work." B.E. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the manageable module format. Good start and stop points. Easy to revisit a topic." M.B. (May 2023)
"Specific tasks to complete with dementia pts to improve participation within daily tasks and enhance QoL. I liked that course was broken up into segments." L.R. (May 2023)
"The discussion of Montessori and dementia was beneficial. I liked the photos." M.M. (May 2023)
"All aspects were important. I liked the pace, demonstrations, and therapy ideas." S.L. (Apr. 2023)
"All sections were good. Detailed in ideas and examples. Lots of good suggestions, guidelines, and activities. I liked the amount of practical suggestions." R.S. (Apr. 2023)
"The spaced retrieval training was beneficial. I liked the detailed examples." S.V. (Mar. 2023)
"Therapeutic activities for those with late-stage dementia as well as making the most out of mealtime. I liked how comprehensive this course was and all of the examples provided for therapy activities." K.H. (Mar. 2023)
"Provided answers to the commonly asked questions of families. I liked the presenters' expertise." L.M. (Mar. 2023)
"There were so many suggestions in this course that I can apply to my treatment sessions for educating family members." M.W. (Feb. 2023)
"The instructors provided practical and functional strategies that may be used immediately to aid patients with memory deficits. This course is an excellent reference that may be used by SLPs and caregivers to understand and facilitate improved management of people with dementia." B.D. (Feb. 2023)
"Strategies that are beneficial when working with elders with dementia. The neurological aspect was interesting." V.F. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked Montessori for aging and dementia. And all the examples and visual aids along with the thorough slides." M.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Making the most of mealtime and the talk on late stage dementia was beneficial. Helpful examples." M.C. (Jan. 2023)
"This course was presented in a user-friendly manner in an optimistic tone that took away the possible second thoughts about the frustration one might have working with this population. I highly appreciated the segments on 'Self Care' and 'Sundowning'." J.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Techniques and strategies to utilize with patients daily to increase quality of life, meaningful interactions and relationships. I liked the spaced retrieval practice." L.E. (Dec. 2022)
"This was an excellent review of what dementia is, the different types, and how they differ. Learning the causes of dementia was beneficial and also the difference between "normal" aging memory loss versus dementia." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Strategies with treating dementia. Very informative course." J.M. (Dec. 2022)
"The example of person-centered activities for people with moderate to advanced dementia was beneficial. I liked how complete and encompassing course was on dementia and treatment." L.D. (Dec. 2022)
"Very thorough information. I liked the strategies for meal times, review of spaced retrieval." B.O. (Dec. 2022)
"Dementia vs. Alzheimer's and how to approach and help patients. Learn at your own pace online." M.A. (Dec. 2022)
"Useful info - how to help a person with dementia." P.F. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the specific activities, landmarks, and signs for orientation." C.B. (Dec. 2022)
"The topic of managing repetitive and wandering behaviors was beneficial. Speaker provided good examples and case studies." T.B. (Dec. 2022)
"I loved the visuals, spaced retrieval, understanding of the walkabout and sundowning tips. I loved every part of this course. Much of the information was familiar, but the day-to-day tasks and helpful ideas really helped me put things in perspective. I really appreciate the information." K.C. (Nov. 2022)
"Clear definitions of types of dementia and how to address dementia. I liked the organization and the memory books." M.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Specific strategies to help increase independence in people suffering from dementia. Many suggestions for creating a dementia friendly environment." M.F. (Nov. 2022)
Presenter: Jennifer A. Brush, MA, CCC-SLP
This course provides a comprehensive review of formal assessment tools and treatment planning options appropriate for persons with memory loss associated with dementia. It discusses the roles and responsibilities of the SLP related to memory loss, and compares and contrasts some of the diseases that cause symptoms of dementia and memory loss.... more+
"Strategies for person-centered care were helpful. I took this course to help with supporting a family member as I am primarily a pediatric SLP and it was detailed and practical - examples were very helpful." A.M. (Jun. 2024)
"I really enjoyed the whole course! The list of standardized tests and the last portion of the course were so helpful!" S.O. (Feb. 2024)
"Beneficial review of the dementias. Very clear in presentation." A.S. (Jan. 2024)
"This course was easy to access, and I liked how it was organized for easy listening. Presenters were knowledgeable and easy to understand." J.P. (Jan. 2024)
"The assessment and practical part were beneficial. I liked all of this course." P.S. (Jan. 2024)
"The breakdown of types of memory and review of Dementias was beneficial. I liked the chunking style broken down into modules." L.W. (Dec. 2023)
"The assessment was helpful. I liked the examples." T.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Very comprehensive course. I liked differentiating between types of dementia." S.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial information about compensatory strategies for memory impairment. I liked the information about interventions." C.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial comparison of dementias with case studies. I liked the information that will serve as a reference sheet." A.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed the review of standardized tests and screenings to add to my toolbox." J.H. (Dec. 2023)
"The assessment portion was very thorough. I enjoyed the Montessori treatment approaches." C.N. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the explanations of types of memory and how to help staff and family better understand different types of dementia." C.O. (Nov. 2023)
"Clear, straight to the point. The discussion on selecting the right assessment and center-based approach information was beneficial. I liked the handouts included." K.L. (Nov. 2023)
"Types of memory impairments, treatment, and case study were beneficial. I liked that this course was broken into sensical modules." A.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Overall beneficial course for the SNF setting." S.J. (Nov. 2023)
"The assessment portion was beneficial, specifically the portion about areas to include in the observation of the patient. This course was a good review of the types of dementia and intervention techniques." R.P. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the treatment applications. I learned about some assessment tools I wasn't aware of." J.H. (Nov. 2023)
"This course had good information with a lot of functional benefits." S.C. (Oct. 2023)
"The treatment ideas, including images of actual client spaces and materials, were beneficial." L.G. (Oct. 2023)
"Course was concise. I liked the information on differential diagnosis of the most common types of dementias." A.B. (Sep. 2023)
"I found both the assessment and intervention sections to be most useful. Clear explanations and examples for each section discussed." S.H. (Jul. 2023)
"Activities to help clients use in independent living were beneficial. I liked the variety of tests available to ensure skill levels for several memory loss disabilities." T.E. (Jul. 2023)
"I thought this was a well-balanced and clearly presented course. The background information is necessary to understand the decisions in what to assess and treat. The treatment strategies were clearly presented, and the examples were helpful. This presentation was very well organized. I find that structure supports learning new information. Well done." S.P. (Jul. 2023)
"Discussion of types of memory was beneficial. The last section was very practical." M.M. (May 2023)
"I liked how this course explored different treatment methods and evaluations." C.E. (May 2023)
"The information was presented clearly and concisely. I liked the in-depth assessments." E.H. (Apr. 2023)
"Assessments and Montessori for Aging interventions were beneficial. All of this content is extremely relevant to my future practice in long-term care facilities and assisted living communities." S.L. (Apr. 2023)
"Information was beneficial about types of memory disorders, neurocognitive disorders, and person-centered approaches. I liked the discussion on identifying and diagnosing." M.R. (Apr. 2023)
"I found the person-centered care most beneficial. I liked the Montessori practices being discussed." A.R. (Mar. 2023)
"Very detailed with examples." B.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Course was concise, clearly presented, and not overly verbal in the style of presentation." A.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Jennifer Brush presented several common types of Dementia in a compare and contrast format. I found this very helpful as a great overview and review for observation of behaviors and symptoms. The presentation of evaluations was also beneficial as we reviewed the different types, considering assessment and treatment over time." A.H. (Dec. 2022)
"I thought the presenters did a great job of organizing and presenting their information in a logical, easy to follow pattern. The handouts were also very helpful." K.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Provided excellent changes to make to physical environment." R.R. (Dec. 2022)
"The comparison and contrast between types of dementia, and the review on types of assessments was beneficial. I liked how the topic was presented with examples." L.D. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning the different types of memory and how to change the environment of the memory patient was beneficial." Z.N. (Dec. 2022)
"Very easy to follow course. I liked the cognitive assessments." J.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning the different types and stages of memory was great, and so were the visual and verbal discussions." G.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Practical examples. I liked the well described definitions of each form of memory and the examples of spaced retrieval." R.K. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the section that contrasted the different types of dementia and what qualities might be seen in each type." C.K. (Dec. 2022)
"I learned from all the topics discussed - identification of all memories and treatment." J.H. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the breakdown of different therapy approaches. The topic was useful and engaging." L.W. (Nov. 2022)
"A good review of all different types of memory with some ideas for strategies to utilize during treatment." A.P. (Nov. 2022)
"Good information about observation, assessment and treatment options. I liked the information about the Montessori method of planning and setting up the environment." C.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Very clear presentation of the information." H.K. (Oct. 2022)
"The detailed review of the different types of memory; assessment tools; discussion on differentiating types of dementia; and the functional approach to providing care for people with dementia will all be beneficial in my daily practice." S.D. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the person-centered approach." S.G. (Oct. 2022)
"This course consisted of practical strategies for working with people with significant memory impairment. I appreciated how she differentiated the different types of dementia. This course was easy to listen to, good information, and practical." D.B. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the demonstration of how every module is used in real-life situations. And understanding memory and the evidence-based interventions." P.B. (Sept. 2022)
"The overall descriptions of neurocognitive disorders and descriptions of person centered approaches were good to learn. I like the ability to replay sections for clarification." B.M. (Sept. 2022)
"Practical examples of therapy/spaced retrieval." R.W. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the practical treatment strategies." M.T. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked learning the descriptions of memory disorders - gaining knowledge of variety of memory disorders." A.L. (Aug. 2022)
"The information on differences between different dementia types and approaches to treatment was beneficial to my daily practice." K.F. (Aug. 2022)
"Looking in depth at assessments, learning about Montessori programs for LTACS! I had no idea these were things and they make me so hopeful for my residents." M.S. (Aug. 2022)
"Thorough overview of different types of memory as well as different disorders with a dementia component. The evidence-based interventions were also valuable." A.C. (July 2022)
"I took this course because I have friends and family members who are experiencing MCI, and as a school-based SLP, I have not worked with adults with memory disorders. I want to be able to help my family members and make recommendations to friends, so that is how I will utilize the information from this course in my daily practice. Loved the refresher on types of memory followed by types of Neurocognitive disorders. I liked the personal examples and case studies." E.R. (July 2022)
"I liked the detailed information and practical suggestions for treatment, and daily living activities critical to these patients." A.S. (July 2022)
"Presenters were knowledgeable and organized." Y.B.-K. (July 2022)
"Organized material that can readily be applied – MoCA assessment, visual/auditory strategies and validation therapy." N.E. (July 2022)
"Clear visual information. I liked the explanation of different types of memory." L.H. (July 2022)
"The section describing specific environmental modifications will be beneficial to my practice." M.C. (July 2022)
"I found all course content to be important. I found the information about assessment and evidence-based interventions to be very helpful." L.C. (June 2022)
"I liked the practical applications such as environmental modifications and spaced retrieval." J.K. (June 2022)
"The explanation of the types of dementia and their characteristics was helpful. I liked the various screening and assessment tools discussed." E.S. (June 2022)
"The discussion on types of therapeutic interventions was beneficial for my practice." A.J. (June 2022)
"Easy to understand presentation. The descriptions of the different dementia characteristics was beneficial." A.R. (June 2022)
"Reviewed important information. Very thorough course." C.B. (June 2022)
Presenter: Marissa Rocheleau, MA, CCC-SLP
This comprehensive course outlines how to start or expand your own telepractice business as a therapist. It will cover issues related to company formulation and licensing, taxes and liability, advertising strategies, resources for online business owners, hiring and supervising therapists, how to write contracts, and much more.... more+
"The presenter was organized and concisely discussed the how-to of starting your own teletherapy business. The presenter reminded this clinician not to put herself second when pricing services. She also reminded me I need to remember to review expenses and deduct them on my taxes." R.D. (Jul. 2024)
"Getting started and marketing information was beneficial. I liked the demonstration of the use of websites." H.V. (Mar. 2024)
"I found the resources mentioned toward the end of the program the most helpful. The presentation was well organized." J.P. (Feb. 2024)
"The marketing ideas and client-attaining ideas were beneficial. The course was to the point." M.D. (Oct. 2023)
"The business plan and suggested therapy tools are very helpful. This course was a great overview and made me feel confident I can open a teletherapy practice." J.M. (Sep. 2023)
"This course was extremely comprehensive from start to finish. I liked the discussion on the steps to setting up services and available resources." P.R. (Aug. 2023)
"I learned new, important information on this topic. The presentation was easy to follow." A.B. (Jul. 2023)
"It was beneficial to discuss how to market and what is needed for school contracts. The presenter gave examples and shared places where additional information can be found." R.M. (Jul. 2023)
"The forms needed to give to patients and helpful websites were beneficial. I liked the flow from topic to topic." M.B. (Jul. 2023)
"The presenter was clear and concise in her information. I liked the information that related to marketing." J.M. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the thoroughness and knowledge of the presenter. The discussion was beneficial of the specific steps that need to be taken to form a business." B.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Identifying resources and equipment to start a telehealth business was helpful. I liked the organization and layout of course content." L.E. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the advice on writing a business plan. The presenter has real-life experience in this area of our profession." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Speaker gave practical advice and good resources." D.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the marketing tips and the pro's and con's discussion." K.L. (Oct. 2022)
"Good information on launch email, lead magnet, social media, google ads and SEO. I liked all the resources offered." K.M. (Sep. 2022)
"I enjoyed learning about the specifics of growing my own clientele and also things to consider when hiring other therapists." K.J. (Sept. 2022)
"Good details on things I would not have thought of." K.J. (Sept. 2022)
"The entire presentation was beneficial as I am currently working as a tele-therapist with a large company and considering going out on my own." L.S. (Aug. 2022)
"This course was extremely practical and actionable. Great business and marketing recommendations." S.B. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the entire course! Good marketing strategies." R.K. (Aug. 2022)
"It was clear and easy to understand." R.K. (July 2022)
"It was well organized with a wealth of information." K.C. (July 2022)
"Having a private practice that I will be expanding, I found the contract section to be very beneficial. All of it provided beneficial reminders as well as new ideas." M.L. (July 2022)
"Learning how to price school contracts and how to market yourself. Good info on Google Ads and SEO." N.C. (July 2022)
"The speaker made great points about how the therapist shouldn't sell themself short." A.W. (July 2022)
"Great presentation of all the things you need to do to get a PP set up." S.C. (June 2022)
"I am considering starting a teletherapy private practice. All of the information presented was beneficial for me to know. Well organized and presented." N.W. (June 2022)
"Course had specific examples. I liked the marketing aspects." L.A. (June 2022)
"I liked the specifics about social media. And good information on the benefit of teletherapy for the consumer." P.S. (June 2022)
"New and valuable information on legal aspects. The course was very detailed." C.B. (June 2022)
"Excellent presenter – very knowledgeable, concise. Great handouts. Very current information. Excellent all around." N.D. (May 2022)
Presenter: Jennifer L. Schultz, MA, CCC-SLP
This course will introduce SLPs to the ASHA Assistants Code of Conduct. It is important for supervising SLPs to know the content of this code and to use it along with the ASHA Code of Ethics to navigate ethical issues when working with SLPAs. A framework is provided to analyze ethical concerns and to implement solutions to maintain ethical practice when supervising SLPAs.... more+
"Comparing the code of Ethics to the code of Conduct was helpful. I liked the problem-solving worksheet." L.S. (Aug. 2024)
"Beneficial discussion about varying state regulations and how they supersede the ASHA code of ethics rules. Good pacing and examples." C.N. (Aug. 2024)
"The problem-solving worksheet was helpful. The course was easy to follow." K.P. (Aug. 2024)
"The ethics portion was helpful as I am going to begin supervising. I liked the visuals paired with the lesson." K.M. (Aug. 2024)
"Roles and responsibilities of the SLPA were beneficial to discuss. Clear concise information." A.B. (Aug. 2024)
"Knowing state rules supersede ASHA rules was a helpful topic. Concise and applicable course." J.T. (Aug. 2024)
"Code of Ethics -vs- Code of Conduct was a beneficial topic. I liked the examples of different state laws that allow SLPA's to do different tasks." L.M. (Aug. 2024)
"General expectations/ethics of supervision were helpful. I enjoyed the practice scenario." L.C. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked how the presenter gave a lot of detailed information about the topic and provided scenarios to help us get a better understanding on the topic. The requirements in Texas were also helpful to discuss." Y.L. (Jul. 2024)
"Beneficial knowing the difference in ASHA code of ethics and code of conduct. Being able to look back at all the content." F.B. (Jul. 2024)
"Understanding the role of the SLP and the SLPA in the supervision relationship and how the code of ethics and code of conduct can best guide our practice and services. The problem solving activity was very helpful to see how to walk through the steps of an ethical situation that could be encountered. Helped me to understand the importance of not only knowing the codes, but also individual state regulations." M.D. (Jun. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss how different States have different codes. The course was clearly presented and straight to the point." D.H. (May. 2024)
"Concise and helpful suggestions." L.S. (May. 2024)
"The difference between code of conduct and ethics was beneficial to discuss. Straight forward info." D.M. (Apr. 2024)
"Helpful guidelines for supervision of SLPAs and information about the documents to refer to. I liked the reference to the ASHA guidelines and time to look at the documents during the presentation." P.B. (Apr. 2024)
"It was beneficial going over the SLP-Assistant Code of Conduct and understanding that it is most important to look at state regulations over ASHA regulations. The course was direct and succinct." E.B. (Mar. 2024)
"The differences between the Code of Ethics and Code of Conducts for both the SLP and SLPA as well as potential differences between ASHA Code of Ethics and state regulations, were beneficial to discuss. Great visuals, and I loved the ethics practice scenario." C.M. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked that when you get something wrong, you can go back and study it further. I needed to know all of this information before I work with SLPA's supervising them." T.L. (Dec. 2023)
"The course was easy to follow. Comparing code of ethics to code of conduct and discussing state differences was beneficial." C.R. (Dec. 2023)
"The ethical analysis activity was beneficial. I enjoyed the handouts and application of information." T.B. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the clarifying questions about supervision. Discussing the ethics of supervision was helpful." E.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Learning the differences that may apply from state to state and with regard to ASHA regulations. I liked the brevity of the course." S.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing supervising the SLPA was beneficial. The information was very relevant to my practice." E.M. (Dec. 2023)
"The info on where to look for state codes was helpful. I liked the problem-solving scenario." E.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Very organized, easy to follow course. Code of ethics vs. code of conduct was helpful to discuss." S.C. (Dec. 2023)
"This course provided quite a lot of precise information in a short period of time. I liked the discussion of the code of conduct for SLP-As." Y.C. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing which code supersedes another was beneficial." M.A. (Nov. 2023)
"The instructor was knowledgeable and explained this topic well. It was beneficial to discuss the difference between the code of ethics and the code of conduct." A.N. (Nov. 2023)
"Concise presentation. I liked the examples given." T.S. (Nov. 2023)
"This course broke everything down very well. The fact that states can have very different guidelines for SLPA practice was helpful." E.S. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked this course because it didn't focus just on the philosophical part of ethics in SLPA supervision. This course discussed the differences between the code of conduct and the code of ethics and was very specific when highlighting the importance of state regulations, the differences between states, and the fact that ASHA does not supersede the state regulations." D.S. (Oct. 2023)
"Good information. I liked the practical worksheet to help you determine if a task/decision is ethical." E.B. (Oct. 2023)
"I will soon be supervising an SLPA, so all topics were beneficial." R.R. (Sep. 2023)
"I found this whole course really beneficial. I learned a lot about Code of Ethics vs. Code of Conduct." F.D. (Sep. 2023)
"Good refresher on State vs. ASHA code of ethics/conduct and which supersedes the other." M.M. (Sep. 2023)
"It was beneficial discussing the state codes and ethical provisions. Liked that you can stop presentation and re-listen to information during the presentation." Y.F. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the real life examples." K.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Updated rules and regulations on ethics and supervision. I liked the information on SLPAs." D.H. (Sep. 2023)
"I really liked going through a real-life scenario. I can see this happening to some supervisors. Discussing the differences between the Code of Ethics and the Code of Conduct was helpful." B.H. (Aug. 2023)
"Thorough, relevant, and useful handouts." W.H. (Aug. 2023)
"I loved the comparison between the Code of Ethics and the Code of Conduct. The entire presentation was beneficial." S.K. (Aug. 2023)
"Confirming that state regs supersede ASHA scope of practice was beneficial. The comparison of different state regulations was helpful." A.S. (Aug. 2023)
"Everything was clearly explained." A.A. (Aug. 2023)
"Presenter is clear and concise. Learning the ASHA scope of practice versus state regulations was beneficial." S.B. (Aug. 2023)
"I frequently supervise undergraduate students who are studying to become SLPAs. This course will help me guide them as they look for jobs that will support their desire to practice in an ethical manner. I appreciated that this course was well organized and provided clear and useful visuals and reference material." T.E. (Jul. 2023)
"Very comprehensive and informative. I liked the ethics worksheet." K.M. (Jul. 2023)
"Provided practical information. Issues that have been addressed with ASHA's board of ethics." M.J. (Jul. 2023)
"This course was well organized and went at a nice pace. It was beneficial to discuss that state regulations differ from national ones, so I need to know my state's individual scope of practice for SLPAs." R.C. (Jul. 2023)
"The case study was really helpful. It was great to learn more knowledge on supervision." A.O. (Jul. 2023)
"It was beneficial comparing SLP code of ethics and SLPA code of conduct. I liked the organization and flow of this course." C.L. (Jun. 2023)
"Collaboration and starting from Day 1 and setting those expectations immediately was beneficial to discuss. This course was thorough and clear, with good handouts to follow along. I liked having the test too - ahead of time - so that I could preview material." A.A. (Jun. 2023)
"Code of conduct of SLPA vs. ethical code for SLP was beneficial. Course was easy to listen to and follow along." J.N. (Jun. 2023)
"Understanding the rules of SLPA supervision and the differences between what ASHA and the state may require and how to handle ethical situations that may arise. I appreciate having the handouts to refer to in the future and how easily the material was explained and understood." B.F. (May 2023)
"The topic of delegation was beneficial, and the course was thorough." N.F. (May 2023)
"Knowing the Code of Ethics and needing to be familiar with the Code of Conduct." F.T. (Apr. 2023)
"The discussion of SLP and SLPA and knowing each other's ethical code was beneficial." A.L. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the Supervision Worksheet. And the depth of info re: ASHA Codes vs. State Regs." L.M. (Apr. 2023)
"Concise information. Good discussion of the difference between SLP and SLPA ethics." J.H. (Mar. 2023)
"Very engaging, very interesting course. I liked the supervisory outline." M.K. (Mar. 2023)
"Supervision of the SLPA and the State regulations vs. ASHA was beneficial. I liked the competence in topic information." D.J. (Mar. 2023)
"The topic on how different states have different regulations for SLPAs was beneficial." B.B. (Mar. 2023)
"It was beneficial discussing the ASHA Code of Ethics for SLPs and the Assistants Code of Conduct for SLPAs. I liked the handouts." P.I. (Mar. 2023)
"All of the information was beneficial to me. I liked the specific examples." S.L. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning the importance of using the Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct as resources for problems that may arise was good. Liked having the worksheets up on the screen and bullet points so I could take notes." K.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Concise information. Applicable, relatable case study. I found the crosswalk helpful. I appreciated how the presenter outlined how the ASHA Code of Ethics dictates some of the approaches for supervision and where the responsibility lies. I also liked the case study - it was one that would come up often, and seeing the presenter walk through three different states was VERY helpful." C.P. (Feb. 2023)
"Course content was all informative. I liked the convenience." A.O. (Jan. 2023)
"Discussing the differences of code of ethics for SLPs vs. code of conduct for SLPAs was beneficial." R.M. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning SLPA Code of Conduct and varying state regulations." C.D. (Jan. 2023)
"Very informative." J.M. (Jan. 2023)
"This was a good overview on the ethics of supervising an SLPA." L.P. (Jan. 2023)
"Discussion of relationship between the Code of Ethics, Code of Conduct, and State Regulations was helpful." D.D. (Jan. 2023)
"The presenter was clear and concise with information. Learning the differences and similarities of the Code of Ethics and the Code of conduct and how they apply to the supervisory role was most helpful. It was helpful to be involved with an application process during the course." A.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Presenter was organized and engaging." K.F. (Dec. 2022)
"It reminded me to carefully review the state codes and regulations for the states where I am licensed." D.D. (Dec. 2022)
"Breaking down all of the principals and going through the differences between ethics/conduct was beneficial. I liked the pace and how the information was delivered." R.R. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked how speaker discussed the differences between the Code of Ethics and the Code of Conduct and provided information how the two align with one another. I also liked how she provided information on how to work through ethical scenarios." C.N. (Dec. 2022)
"I appreciate the fact that the presenter provided worksheets to walk through dilemmas and how to have conversations with others (i.e. administrators). It was very easy to follow her presentation. She presented ethical information in a way that was not intimidating." C.N. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning the role of the SLP when supervising SLPAs. And the application and discussion of the differences between states to states in the role of what the SLPA is allowed to do." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"I loved the problem solving portion." S.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I found the "cross-walk" between the Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct very helpful; it provided a concise look at the volume of information available. The Problem Solving map is terrific and helps me to avoid re-inventing the wheel each time an issue arises. The pace of the course was easy to follow." B.P. (Dec. 2022)
"Close comparison of SLPA code of conduct and SLP Code of Ethics. Information was clearly presented in succinct manner." B.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked how speaker applied ethics to day to day dilemmas." M.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Course provided good information for SLP's considering working with SLPAs. This presentation was easy to follow and understand." B.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Very easy to listen to and enjoy. Understanding that each state has their own guidelines on responsibilities of SLP and SLP-A." L.J. (Nov. 2022)
"Introduction of the ASHA Assistants Code of Conduct was beneficial." J.T. (Nov. 2022)
"It was very practical information. I liked the whole course." M.D. (Nov. 2022)
"The handouts are easy to read. Good information on code of conduct for assistants." S.P. (Nov. 2022)
"SLPA and SLP scope of practice was good. The rate of speaking by presenter was easy to follow." K.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning about different requirements by state was beneficial and discussion of whether or not to hire SLPAs." K.C. (Nov. 2022)
"I learned the differences between the code of ethics and the code of conduct. The convenience of the course was good." V.T. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the important reminder to use my state's current licensing Board's requirements to ensure compliance. Presentation manner was pleasant." R.M. (Oct. 2022)
"The speaker was clear and concise." P.H. (Oct. 2022)
"I like the availability to take the course at the time that works best for me." M.K. (Oct. 2022)
"This course provided in-depth understanding regarding supervision of SLP-A." N.S. (Oct. 2022)
"I learned more about SLPAs and getting rid of common misconceptions I’ve heard throughout recent years." R.F. (Oct. 2022)
"Understanding the nuances/differences in state-by-state codes. I had no idea there were such issues." K.M. (Oct. 2022)
"Informative speaker." A.M. (Sept. 2022)
"The presenter was knowledgeable." L.M. (Sept. 2022)
"It was beneficial to review the Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct in reference to each other and apply that to an example case. I appreciated the example case that illuminated the application of the content." M.P. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the part where different state regulations were compared on a single ethical concern." J.G. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the clarity of the information presented." L.R. (Sept. 2022)
"The presenter's voice and handout were good." A.L. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked that it went into detail about regulations, and that it was a quick course." K.R. (Sept. 2022)
"I like that I can take the course at my convenience." P.K. (Sept. 2022)
"I needed to take an ethics course, but I enjoyed the video and PowerPoint slides. This course will benefit me later when I decide to mentor a clinical fellow SLP. The instructor was clear and concise. Her rate of speech was perfect." B.B.-B. (Sept. 2022)
"It was good to understand that state regulations supersede ASHA's Scope of Practice for SLPAs. I like the format and pace of the course." A.C. (Sept. 2022)
"I like the reminder of the differences between the ASHA Code of Ethics and the ASHA Assistants Code of Conduct." J.P. (Aug. 2022)
"The overall discussion of ethics with regards to supervision of SLPAs. Also, knowing my states' requirements and guidance for SLPAs as these requirements can vary from state to state was good information. This was a very insightful course." A.A. (Aug. 2022)
"I currently supervise two SLPAs and have been following ASHA's guidelines. I now realize there are state guidelines that I need to look into as I continue to supervise and make decisions." S.J. (Aug. 2022)
"The entire presentation was helpful for me. It gave a great overall explanation of supervision." L.M. (Aug. 2022)
"I'm just starting SLPA supervision, so all content was very beneficial. Course was easy to listen to." M.B. (Aug. 2022)
"The specific examples were good - comparing state regulations vs. ASHA." J.R. (Aug. 2022)
"Easy to follow - good information." B.K. (July 2022)
"I liked the theoretical practice scenarios and the state regulations and their relationship to ASHA regulations." M.B. (July 2022)
"I didn't know the status of the SLPA certification that ASHA is now offering. Knowing about this certification will help me ensure that I can practice and supervise well. I liked that the teacher was very knowledgeable." C.M. (July 2022)
"I needed this whole presentation, because I have been assigned an SLPA for the coming school year. Course was precise and comprehensive. It was very well done." J.C. (July 2022)
"Information presented was clear and organized, easy to follow." J.H. (July 2022)
"Presenter stayed focused on the topic, presented in a clear and concise way." B.V. (June 2022)
"Easy to follow course that directly corresponded to handouts." M.G. (June 2022)
"The presenter did a great job breaking down the Code of Ethics and the Code of Conduct. This helped me understand my role as a future supervisor. I also liked how the presenter was clear on which (State vs. ASHA) supervision regulations to follow." S.A. (May 2022)
"The complexity of ethics was something I was not familiar with. The knowledge of the presenter was very thorough." T.W. (May 2022)
"Interesting, clear, easy to access." S.T. (May 2022)
"The course was easy to understand. I liked the discussion of the differences in State regulations and ASHA Code of Ethics." A.D. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked all of it! I did not know any of this information as I have not yet dealt with SLPAs. Very helpful and informative! The presenter was engaging and the information was clear." K.M. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the side by side comparisons of the ASHA SLP Code of Ethics vs the ASHA SLPA Code of Conduct." A.C. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the discussion of state law vs. ASHA code of ethics. Course was easy to follow and understand." M.D. (Mar. 2022)
"Great explanation of code of conduct - ASHA vs state differences in requirements and roles." K.W. (Feb. 2022)
"Good review for supervising speech assistants. I liked the forms to review information in case something comes up concerning ethics." L.W. (Feb. 2022)
"I really liked how the presenter provided the participants with a handout comparing the ASHA Code of Ethics and the Assistant Code of Conduct and how she also provided a case study of an ethical dilemma that might arise with SLPAs in the future." B.N. (Feb. 2022)
"I found the two handouts on the problem solving map and the conversational script extremely beneficial in guiding ethically sound decision making processes for the SLP/SLPA team." K.B. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the comparison between the code of ethics and scope of practice." L.K. (Jan. 2022)
"I supervise 2 SLPAs currently so this was a great refresher of ethical topics . . . and I love the handouts." A.C. (Dec. 2021)
"The comparison of the ASHA Code of Ethics and the ASHA Assistants Code of Conduct was very beneficial. The presenter's presentation was very organized and easy to follow. Excellent!" A.B. (Dec. 2021)
"Being able to learn valuable details within both the scope of practice, code of ethics, and code of conduct." C.R. (Dec. 2021)
"The speed of the presenter's speech was wonderfully paced, slow enough to take notes and process all information, especially since this idea of supervision is new to this therapist. Thank you for such a great learning experience! " B.B. (Dec. 2021)
Presenter: Amanda Warren, MS, CCC-SLP
This course features a case review of a man with dementia living in a long-term care facility. He is not communicative, sits in a wheelchair, has some swallowing difficulties, and is unable to feed himself. There are DNR, DNI, and DNH orders in his medical record. His family has asked that a Heimlich maneuver not be performed if he were to choke. This presentation will explore the role of the SLP as an integral member of the ethics team.... more+
"The specific principles used in an ethics committee's process and how this relates to the Heimlich. The presentation was very clear and well organized." H.K. (Aug. 2024)
"The various viewpoints that are impacted by our decisions as SLPs (e.g., nurse response to potential choking). I liked the topic!" S.K. (Jul. 2024)
"The discussion about Mr. Z was very good and poses a great example of challenging issues and the "push-pull" in advocating for Pt rights. It was an excellent discussion, bringing in so many perspectives to consider. Amanda's presentation style was clear, comprehensive, and insightful. She didn't talk too fast :)." A.H. (Jul. 2024)
"How an Ethics committee works - the different factors they consider, the interviews they conduct, and the way they come to a group decision were beneficial to discuss. I liked the presenter! She was very easy to listen to and I liked how she described the information in an easy-to-understand manner." K.R. (May. 2024)
"I liked the committee process." B.M. (May. 2024)
"Ethical decision-making related to not performing a Heimlich per patient/proxy's request. I liked that all ethical aspects were discussed such as patient/family, staff, and bystanders roles and emotions need to be addressed." A.R. (Apr. 2024)
"The discussion of assisting staff to understand it is not that they "do nothing" if a patient opts for DNPH, but to do things differently was beneficial for me. I liked the explanation of ethics committee purpose and processes." K.B. (Mar. 2024)
"Course was quite fascinating and eye-opening. All the different bioethical principles that are discussed in the Ethics Committee were beneficial. How to create a Comfort Care Pathway to support the pt's autonomy and wishes while supporting the staff by reducing their distress. I appreciated how the speaker explained each bioethical principle then applied it, analyzed it in a real case." B.G. (Mar. 2024)
"Amanda Warren is an excellent presenter. She was very easy to listen to, as if she was having a conversation with us instead of a lecture. I would take another course from her." B.G. (Mar. 2024)
"Amanda is such an engaging and knowledgeable presenter. The content was beautifully organized and presented so as to clarify the complexities of ethical situations arising when providing care to patients with decreased cognitive ability with dysphagia." C.W. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked acknowledging that SLPs could be a great contributor to an ethics committee." M.R. (Feb. 2024)
"This is a topic that I've never thought of - so it was interesting to understand the thinking process behind this ethical decision. Very thorough course." J.F. (Dec. 2023)
"The question of whether or not giving the Heimlich should be asked was beneficial. I liked being able to take course at my convenience." R.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The idea of finding other ways to help someone and help others to provide support/comfort without using an intervention. It was a very interesting topic. I worked in these settings for 25 years, and it brought back many memories and situations." J.D. (Dec. 2023)
"The case study was helpful. I liked the course's pace and the questions along the way." S.K. (Dec. 2023)
"Becoming a part of the ethics committee as an SLP. Very relatable, practical examples that could occur within the hospital setting." M.D. (Dec. 2023)
"Details regarding the Heimlich, as well as knowledge regarding an ethical committee's structure, were beneficial. This course was organized & informative." K.P. (Dec. 2023)
"Thoughtful, fascinating topic presented in an engaging way." J.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the case study and course practicality." K.M. (Dec. 2023)
"The speaker was easy to listen to!" A.P. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed the specific scenario provided and how it can apply to many cases. The speaker was very fluid in her knowledge." J.W. (Dec. 2023)
"The case study was beneficial. Thoughtful, analytical, and compassionate." C.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Excellent presentation. This course was well organized, background reviewed, and then the case study presented." J.R. (Nov. 2023)
"The topic on redesigning the care pathway was helpful." D.D. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the presenter's knowledge and clarity. Discussing the reasons why Heimlich would be added to patient's healthcare choice was beneficial." P.T. (Nov. 2023)
"The bioethical principles considered by an ethics committee and the analysis completed when making an ethical decision were beneficial to discuss. I enjoyed learning about the example case to understand better the principles and all that goes into an ethics committee and their decision." B.M. (Nov. 2023)
"I enjoyed the enthusiasm and knowledge of this presenter! I found the discussion comparing nonmaleficence and beneficence to be the most beneficial because it detailed how to contrast and compare 2 opposing methods of thought. This will help me better explain to a patient/family members why certain decisions are made." B.M. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the openness of the speaker to address the complexities of DNR and other proxy decisions. Discussing the ethics of practice as related to the Heimlich being performed was beneficial." M.K. (Nov. 2023)
"This case analysis really helped me think about more than one aspect of decision-making." H.H. (Oct. 2023)
"The presenter was very informative and easy to listen to. The issue of letting a person choke if they have decided not to have any medical intervention at that time was interesting." M.M. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the instructor's use of a real life ethical dilemma. And considerations for forming a hospital ethics committee were helpful." L.G. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning contributions of the SLP to an ethics committee. Great discussion regarding the ethics committee in this type of situation. This course also gave me thoughtful considerations for my own family as well as myself." S.H. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked this case study. And the ease of registration and viewing this course." J.O. (Oct. 2023)
"Discussing the importance of informed consent prior to treatment was beneficial. The case study was very interesting and informative. I liked that the presenter went through all the considerations discussed by the ethics teams in this case." R.P. (Oct. 2023)
"Discussion of the case study was beneficial, looking at different interventions vs aggressive measures. I liked the speaker and the idea of increased role of SLP in ethics committees." E.N. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked this case study. Discussion of pt choice and not our own comfort." R.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Wonderful presenter!" N.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Ethics in relation to dysphagia management. I found Amanda's presentation to be very interesting." L.M. (Aug. 2023)
"Excellent presenter and discussion of actual Ethics Committee decision-making process and examples." B.P. (Jul. 2023)
"The presenter was so thorough! I liked the process of ethics and ethical cases relating to eating/drinking." M.P. (Jul. 2023)
"Fascinating discussion of the case study regarding Heimlich maneuver. I will try to better consider patient and families' thought processes when guiding patients with decisions about care and treatment. I liked the in depth look at a particular case that appeared one way and turned out to have many facets." D.B. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the case scenario and seeing the process that was used to get to a resolution / plan for this patient." J.W. (Jun. 2023)
"This course was informative and interesting. The discussion about the need for SLPs to be a member of the Ethics committee was beneficial. I liked the content and the way in which it was presented." C.S. (Jun. 2023)
"Seeing the importance the SLP can bring to an ethics committee." K.F. (Jun. 2023)
"This is very helpful to share with other healthcare providers. It was beneficial to discuss that to assist in comfort isn't doing nothing, it's doing something different." A.J. (Jun. 2023)
"Presenter was easy to listen to and relevant to my work setting - acute care hospital. I liked the topic on the importance of having interdisciplinary team members on an Ethics committee - and benefit of SLP participation." L.D. (Jun. 2023)
"The 4 box analysis system was beneficial. I liked the case presentation of Mr. Z." T.S. (Jun. 2023)
"The presenter explained everything well. I liked the discussion of whether or not it is ethical for the Heimlich to be used on a patient who is choking if they have certain orders in place such as DNR." K.A. (May 2023)
"The inner dialogue in clinical ethical decision-making was beneficial. I liked the accessibility of course." E.G. (May 2023)
"The speaker was positive and easy to learn from. I liked the idea that SLPs should be considered as a participant in an ethics committee." K.F. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked this specific example of the circumstances around dysphagia and choking." M.C. (Apr. 2023)
"Great review to use in my clinical practice. I liked the ethical considerations discussed." M.K. (Mar. 2023)
"Consideration of varied principles of ethics in decision making. I liked the online accessibility." C.W. (Mar. 2023)
"I found the whole discussion most beneficial to my daily practice! The presenter was clear, concise, and articulate!" D.H. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the application and relevance to my daily practice." E.G. (Mar. 2023)
"The consensus and four-box analysis models were beneficial. The case study was very helpful, and all of the information was appreciated!" S.L. (Mar. 2023)
"Evidence-based and useful in my day-to-day practice. The speaker was engaging and expressive and held my attention. What's included in the continuum of care and what could be declined was a useful perspective. Time-wise, she gave appropriate time to the topics she covered." R.B. (Mar. 2023)
"The case study was a real-life scenario that clinicians may encounter. Discussion on personal beliefs vs. patient rights was beneficial." B.A. (Mar. 2023)
"Great topic related to ethics for SLPs. The presenter was engaging, relatable, and interesting. I liked the case presentation and processes by which a plan was developed. Also, the statement that comfort care doesn’t mean doing nothing, it just means doing something different…..this is excellent for education!" B.K. (Mar. 2023)
"Relevant to my daily practice." E.G. (Mar. 2023)
"I found the entire presentation to be excellent. The presenter was knowledgeable, articulate, and presented the course in a very organized way." W.F. (Feb. 2023)
"She was an excellent speaker. I liked the entire presentation." G.B. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked Amanda Warren's positive core values regarding a very difficult topic. And team with varied beliefs coming to a consensus." M.B. (Feb. 2023)
"Enjoyed the case scenario. Liked how it pertained to a specific ST case." J.W. (Jan. 2023)
"Thought provoking and relevant information." A.P. (Jan. 2023)
"Discussion of ethics committee in general and explanation re: why DNPH could be an option for patients was beneficial." K.H. (Jan. 2023)
"This course was wonderful and educational. The topics of dementia in the aging population and how it will affect patients making the decision of wanting or not wanting the Heimlich was interesting." T.R. (Jan. 2023)
"The presentation was excellent. Good layout and discussion of ethics." S.M. (Jan. 2023)
"The case study was well chosen and discussed. I liked the ease of course access." R.J. (Jan. 2023)
"The presenter was really easy to listen to and provided a nice balance between clinical experience and evidence. I have never worked in a facility where SLPs were part of the ethical committee. This was very eye-opening to the benefits." E.L. (Dec. 2022)
"All topics were beneficial in achieving a broader understanding. I liked the course organization - explanations to enhance understanding and learning - integration of questions & answers as the presentation was presented." D.D. (Dec. 2022)
"Beneficence vs. Maleficence. The instructor was well prepared, well spoken, and knowledgeable." A.G. (Dec. 2022)
"The speaker was very easy to listen to. The idea of considering the patient's wishes and plans of care over that of our traditional training to prolong life." J.P. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning function and purpose of an ethics committee in an acute hospital setting. Questions answered as they came up - kept it relevant to the topic being discussed in that moment." A.F. (Dec. 2022)
"Speaker was very good - liked discussion of ethics amongst dysphagia population." K.D. (Dec. 2022)
"The case study was very helpful for application of the principles." K.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Excellent presenter. Good explanations. Learning how ethics committees work." R.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I really enjoyed the case study. It was incredibly thought-provoking and interesting to break down the decision-making that goes into a comfort-based approach and why. This is definitely becoming a more relevant topic of discussion as the population ages and the prevalence of dementia and dysphagia increases. The framework behind the decision-making process was well broken down and clearly applied to the case study." A.N. (Dec. 2022)
"The case study that allowed me to see the process of the ethics that the committee put into practice and the ongoing discussion with questions throughout the course were all incredible." E.C. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the speaker's enthusiasm and knowledge regarding the subject." L.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Speaker was very knowledgeable and clear. I liked the way ethics principles were used to guide the decision in the case presentation." C.G. (Nov. 2022)
"Addressing staff or bystander concerns during choking incident when intervention is prevented was really helpful. This course had good pace of information and anecdotal stories." S.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Everything covered was beneficial! I really needed to hear all of this! The instructor was impeccable! I will seek more courses from her! Thanks! Love her style, format, content, and delivery!" K.K. (Nov. 2022)
"The Ethics Consultation process was very informative. I appreciated the opportunity for team members to consider their personal reactions/beliefs specific to this case study patient. The framework for identifying key questions and concerns seems very helpful in terms of gleaning the most information possible for decision-making. I loved the split-screen format! Being able to view the presenter and the slides simultaneously really personalized the instruction and made me feel part of a class!!" J.K. (Nov. 2022)
"The case discussion of Mr Z was a perfect example of how to navigate through a difficult situation. I initially had a visceral reaction to the dilemma of providing treatment or not to provide. The instructor did a masterful job of laying out the process that led to the final decision. Wonderful approach! Excellent instructor. Very knowledgeable and approachable. She has a passion for this area." L.H. (Nov. 2022)
"The graphics and handouts were good." M.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Good example of a tricky scenario - and advocating for the role of SLPs on ethics committees or to be involved with relevant consults." E.R. (Nov. 2022)
"It was very informative." C.J. (Nov. 2022)
"Excellent presentation on a very difficult topic. Learning that the HCP can make the decision to include refusing the Heimlich as part of the DNR, DNI, DNH." I.H. (Nov. 2022)
"I enjoyed this entire course! Excellent presentation!" J.S. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the simplistic presentation." T.T. (Oct. 2022)
"Excellent presenter!" A.C. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the entire course and the way it was presented." B.B. (Oct. 2022)
"I like the speaker's knowledge and the real life examples provided. And learning more about how an Ethics Committee functions." S.B. (Oct. 2022)
"The complex consideration of comfort care, emergency care, and consistency in care for DNR, DNI, DNPH were good." T.E. (Sept. 2022)
"I thought the case study was the most helpful because I could apply it to a typical work situation. I liked the examples and information about the Ethics committee and the typical things they look into in the hospital setting." J.S. (Sept. 2022)
"The presenter is super interesting and easy to listen to. You can hear her passion and that makes it easier to watch and listen." A.S. (Sept. 2022)
"EXCELLENT COURSE! I will be referring my speech friends and colleagues." M.B. (Sept. 2022)
"The explanation of the process of how the committee came to their conclusion regarding the case study was beneficial. I liked the video of presenter along with slides. Made it feel more like an in-person CEU course." L.G. (Sept. 2022)
"Easy to follow and quick. I liked the discussion of ethics regarding the heimlich maneuver." A.S. (Aug. 2022)
"Specific examples of an ethics case - I liked the education and counseling with patients and family." L.M. (Aug. 2022)
"This benefited my practice by: 1. Bioethical principals to be considered by ethics teams. 2. The benefits of having an SLP on the ethics committee. 3. How to assure staff that they are still providing care in comfort care situations." V.M. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the ability to go back and repeat parts of the lecture. Working at my own pace - flexibility it provides." V.M. (Aug. 2022)
"I appreciated the case history highlighting a very real scenario that I could find myself in while working in acute care and making me think about how consequences of dysphagia may impact the other staff caring for a patient. I felt like the presenter was very knowledgeable and passionate about her involvement in Ethics committee/discussion and overall palliative care/end-of-life input especially regarding dysphagia and that made me want to soak up everything she said and keep listening." E.E. (July 2022)
"I would not have chosen it based on title, but it exceeded my expectations for frank discussion of structure ethical decision making." M.K. (July 2022)
"Great discussion of the role of an ethics committee. I liked all of the course content." A.J. (June 2022)
"All of it was fantastic information – the breakdown of the Ethics Committee and the analysis in which this case study was reviewed. The organization and explanation of the information as well as the analysis and implementation in relation to pt care was good." W.R. (June 2022)
"It was all very informative. Course was easy to understand and follow." D.P. (May 2022)
"Course was easy to follow. I liked how it integrated ethics into multiple environments with case examples." T.M. (May 2022)
"The course was concise. I liked how it went over a specific pt example and what the family wanted." C.L. (May 2022)
"I liked the presenter. Very interesting case involving the ethical decision around using the heimlich." M.C. (May 2022)
"I liked how the case example really illustrated the process of ethical decision making in an ethics consult scenario." J.O. (Apr. 2022)
"The presenter was excellent, concise, and provided an important tool many SLPs may need to incorporate into their practice, especially in LTC facilities." T.W. (Mar. 2022)
"Very informative. I liked the discussion regarding educating staff members on how to proceed with allowing a patient to aspirate with intake." G.G. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the incorporation of the SLP on an ethics committee, and the functional case study." J.B. (Mar. 2022)
"It explored a unique topic which does come up and haven't seen this type of topic discussed before." K.D. (Jan. 2022)
"I found the idea of knowing if there is an ethics committee in your facility and how to engage them to be eye opening. I was keenly aware of them when I was in a larger acute care rehabilitation center but not in the individual SNFs I frequently work PRN in. I think that some issues that we frequently address on the floor (e.g., carrying out the SLP recommendations by staff members etc.) could be assisted by an ethics committee review so that it becomes an institutional discussion rather than a tug of war on the floor." L.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I really enjoyed the different insight of dysphagia and how SLP can get involved." N.K. (Dec. 2021)
"Amanda was a great speaker and it was very informative. I also liked that I could play this in the car on a trip - as my husband was driving. I listened with headphones and took notes the powerpoint slides. Thank you for truly making your videos mobile!" E.D. (Nov. 2021)
"Consideration for ethical choices with sensitive topics was beneficial for my daily practice. The speaker was engaging and dynamic." D.P. (Oct. 2021)
"Appreciate the case study as a tie in to principals of ethics. . . . and case not dissimilar to those faced at end of life settings (LTC, HH) routinely" M.C. (Sept. 2021)
"The information was very applicable to my work environment." L.G. (Sept. 2021)
"It helped clarify a lot of questions pertaining to ethical issues like in Mr. Z's case." M.D. (Sept. 2021)
"I have seen several children with feeding issues. Some had tubes and others did not. Some with tubes did not appear to need them any longer and other children who were eating very little for a variety of sensory and/or anatomical and/or oral motor reasons and were not evaluated for a tube. This webinar brought up many of the questions I had concerning when to tube and when not to tube a child. The power point presentation was easy to follow. I liked the fact that the presenter did state that watching a person choke to death would be difficult for others to watch." C.D. (Aug. 2021)
"This was truly eye-opening for me. The instructor grabbed my attention from start to finish." P.R. (Aug. 2021)
"The ethical analysis and application to particular case will be beneficial for my daily practice." J.T. (Aug. 2021)
"Great presenter! Engaging, concise but relaxed, not dependent upon slides or handouts for the bulk of the info but as tools for clarification instead." – T.E. (Jun 2021)
"The style of the presentation, by the speaker, was interesting and made it easy to listen to and understand the complex topics discussed."– D.F. (Jun 2021)
"The clarity, organization and relatability of the presenter. Her presentation has encouraged me to think differently about perceived ethical challenges." – R.B. (Jun 2021)
"The entire course was well presented and provided areas for further evaluation/study. The case study was a perfect example for the application of the principles." – C.H. (Jun 2021)
"The case study format with a walk through of the process was really helpful for providing a framework I could utilize at my workplace." – K.M. (Jun 2021)
"It helped me further understand the ethical considerations when dealing with patients who have dysphagia and taking into account their personal autonomy." – B.D. (Jun 2021)
"I found it fascinating to hear how the ethics team worked through the questions and problems and came to their decisions. Having an actual example of such a complex question was extremely helpful." – M.F. (Jun 2021)
Presenter: Jennifer L. Schultz, MA, CCC-SLP
Increasingly, SLPs are supervising SLP assistants (SLPAs). The competencies and skills needed for a successful long-term supervisor/supervisee relationship are different from those required for supervision of students and clinical fellows. This course will introduce two important factors in maintaining a successful long-term supervisor/supervisee relationship: psychological safety and receiving feedback. Course participants will learn... more+
"Obstacles that impact how one takes feedback was a beneficial topic. I liked the handouts." M.C. (Aug. 2024)
"I enjoyed learning about the different types of feedback and how to self-assess when offended or confused. I liked how relevant this course was to effective supervision." L.H. (Aug. 2024)
"I enjoyed the speaker’s pace." K.A. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the discussion about feedback and how to provide coaching feedback. The course was very organized." K.M. (Aug. 2024)
"Very thought-provoking! I found myself thinking both of those I have supervised (I haven't done SLPA but have had many, many CFY's in my nearly 40 years) but also of feedback and supervision that I have RECEIVED (both positive and negative). Appreciated the discussion of push vs pull feedback, productive conflict, and project focus. Appreciated the self-assessment tools/references. Application across practice arenas. Easy to listen to." M.C. (Aug. 2024)
"I thought the discussion of feedback was best. I liked the additional handouts." M.S. (Aug. 2024)
"Good info on how to approach feedback." L.C. (Jul. 2024)
"Psychological safety was a beneficial topic. I liked the ideas to support healthy supervision." K.W. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the idea of establishing psychological safety and developing a relationship between the SLP and SLPA that supports productive feedback, learning, and growing from mistakes in a way that ultimately benefits our clients and clinicians. I really liked all the online resources we were directed to that we can utilize to increase awareness of our own skills and areas we can improve in as a supervisor/team member." M.D. (Jun. 2024)
"Psychological safety was a beneficial topic. This course was helpful." R.B. (Jun. 2024)
"The importance of defining a TEAM role between SLP and SLPA was beneficial. Making feedback data-driven/ objective. Knowing that it's okay to "not know everything" as the supervising SLP. Visuals were nice and topics covered." K.B. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussing how to give feedback without negative connotations was beneficial. I liked understanding how others perceive feedback." C.P. (Jun. 2024)
"Learning the new term of psychological safety to create the right environment and relationship at work. I liked the charts and graphics throughout the presentation that represented different components to standards, safety, and responsibility." M.E. (Apr. 2024)
"The questions to ask yourself as a Team Leader assessment were so helpful! I'm trying much more to be an active listener when I'm receiving feedback, but I also need to remember to provide more specific feedback so my team can use it more to learn from. The handout for Providing Effective Feedback was great! I also liked the Weekly Conference Agenda Sheet. I think it's much more helpful to have a specific document to use when meeting with SLPAs to review their goals and progress." C.M. (Feb. 2024)
"The discussion about setting the stage for a productive relationship where SLP/SLPA can both give and receive feedback was beneficial. I enjoyed the materials provided for regular feedback meetings with SLPAs." S.V. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing psychological safety in a team was beneficial." H.M. (Jan. 2024)
"The self-assessment resources mentioned were helpful. I liked the second portion on feedback." D.P. (Jan. 2024)
"Psychological safety, and the 3 types of feedback were beneficial topics. I liked that the course was self-paced. I also liked the pre-test and the handouts." R.A. (Jan. 2024)
"Wow, I needed to learn most of this information presented. I will take the self-test, as I want to be a better supervisor. I liked the examples of how to have positive feedback and how to look at my own skills." T.L. (Dec. 2023)
"I've worked with my SLPA for a number of years, and have struggled with the best way to give feedback leading to a current comfortable environment. I often have not made the appropriate time for sit-down conversations. This course did a great job explaining how to give feedback as well as receive it and the implications for the working relationship and the success of our clients as well. I will start with scheduling more consistent supervision times with my SLPA and modeling relating to feedback and accepting it. Thank you! It was very relevant to me and the work I'm currently doing. It will take practice, but lots of applicable materials to use, which I love!" J.C. (Dec. 2023)
"How to promote psychological safety in the workplace. Practical suggestions." L.L. (Dec. 2023)
"Learning the importance of giving frequent feedback, not just when something is wrong. The course was self-paced and easy to follow along." E.N. (Dec. 2023)
"This course was an appropriate length and had beneficial tools and resources." A.R. (Dec. 2023)
"A good reminder of how to provide effective feedback. Psychological safety was a beneficial topic." A.C. (Nov. 2023)
"I enjoyed learning about psychological safety." M.M. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing feedback was beneficial and how I have to adjust myself as an SLP to better understand how my SLP-A does best with feedback." K.H. (Nov. 2023)
"Learned how important psychological safety is, and how I can better accept feedback myself. I liked the link to SLP-A competencies in Supervision." H.P. (Nov. 2023)
"I found the self-reflection aspect of this course very beneficial. I liked the constructive ways to evaluate psychological safety." E.C. (Oct. 2023)
"This course provided a very good framework to start supervision. I liked the additional resources provided - very useful on a daily basis for supervision. I liked that you can view course at your own pace and go back as you need to review something that might not be clear." D.S. (Oct. 2023)
"Very interesting presentation with regard to how to approach difficult situations and build a safe relationship with your SLPAs. I liked the examples that were given as they relate to the content." A.R. (Oct. 2023)
"Understanding that different levels of psychological comfort/safety produce different levels of performance anxiety, apathy, etc. Also, the specific examples as to how to approach the assistant with feedback were helpful. I really liked the examples the presenter shared." K.W. (Oct. 2023)
"The part about psychological safety is important." K.U. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the teamwork approaches and the discussions from Emmerson's studies. And that I could take course on my timetable and at my pace." T.J. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the knowledge of the presenter and the organization of this presentation. The supervision chart was beneficial." Y.F. (Sep. 2023)
"Gave examples and provided printouts to use regularly and reference all year. I liked that the information was related to many areas not just SLP." W.E. (Aug. 2023)
"Learning about psychological safety was beneficial. And thinking about the best ways to communicate and provide feedback to my SLPA." L.E. (Aug. 2023)
"The presenter was informative and knowledgeable." T.M. (Aug. 2023)
"This course was a great overview of how to foster a positive environment and relationship with SLPAs. The handouts and charts are very helpful for laying out a concrete example of how to provide feedback when meeting with your SLPA. The discussion of ways to provide and give feedback was very helpful." L.D. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the information on appropriate feedback." A.L. (Jul. 2023)
"Setting a scheduled time to meet with the SLP-A each week to go over feedback and goal progress for both of us was beneficial. And I had never heard of "Psychological Safety" before. I had always viewed it as a trust issue (do I trust people to act appropriately or not)." M.P. (May 2023)
"I liked the new ideas on how to communicate standards." D.J. (May 2023)
"It was all quite helpful and I liked the clear presentation of content." N.F. (May 2023)
"Suggestions for how to create a feeling of psychological safety were beneficial. This course made me think about how to create effective teams and my part in the feedback process both as a supervising SLP and also as an IEP team member." S.J. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked all of the scales available to check psychological safety." R.R. (Apr. 2023)
"Supervising suggestions for SLPA were beneficial. I liked the growth mindset." M.K. (Mar. 2023)
"Course was concise. I liked the psychological safety concept." S.K. (Mar. 2023)
"Each of the real-world examples was very helpful, and one even was similar to a situation I had faced, so I learned what to work on for the next interaction with a SLPA. I liked the connections made between brain function, identity, and feedback." B.P. (Mar. 2023)
"Encourages you to think about specific data points rather than labeling behavior. Recognizing that people look at things from a different perspective." C.W. (Mar. 2023)
"Techniques to foster effective communication with SLP and SLPA. I liked the communication strategies." T.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Well organized. Good discussion of factors to consider when supervising someone to maintain positive work relationships and communication." J.S. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the levels of feedback." R.M. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked this topic. Learning psychological safety, different types of feedback, and how to incorporate feedback into actual actionable items." B.B. (Jan. 2023)
"Focused on the well-being of clinicians. Helpful to discuss how to give/receive feedback." S.B. (Jan. 2023)
"Great speaker, to the point. The term psychological safety was new to me and I can absolutely see how valuable it is in terms of growing in any work place role." K.C. (Jan. 2023)
"I really liked the concept of Psychological Safety." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Constructive suggestions relevant to all kinds of coaching and supervision." G.S. (Dec. 2022)
"This was a very comprehensive 2 hours with much information to consider in supervising. I found it all to be beneficial in considering the possibilities of this role. Jennifer Schultz provided helpful resources and handouts for use in supervision. In addition it was interesting to include the surveys for us as participants to create awareness of our own responses in feedback issues. Thank you for opening so many avenues of thought and paradigm changes in creating a successful SLP/SLPA team relationship." A.H. (Dec. 2022)
"The surveys to evaluate self supervising had very appropriate questions for SLP Assistants to encourage growth and self reflection of therapy." L.W. (Dec. 2022)
"Liked the tools to integrate for successful supervision opportunities as well as options to correct concerns!" K.K. (Nov. 2022)
"The course information is organized and well presented." L.B. (Nov. 2022)
"The presenter was very good at conveying her thoughts. I liked the topic of coaching as an effective way of being a mentor." L.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Fantastic information. I liked everything." K.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Like that this fulfills ASHA’s supervision requirements." C.D. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning the types of feedback and being mindful of how people can process feedback differently were good for my practice." D.S. (Oct. 2022)
"Course was easy to follow. I learned the importance of Psychological Safety, types of obstacles to receiving feedback, and 3 types of feedback." K.B. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the ease of presentation of material and many handouts with references to look back at. Good tools given that I can use to help myself as the SLP, strategies, and plans to implement effective communication." S.D. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the presenter - great information - great handouts!" A.L. (Sept. 2022)
"The concept of psychological safety was new for me. I found part II of the course to be the most beneficial for my daily practice (feedback). The information was thorough and easy to apply. It was helpful to understand psychological safety before learning about feedback." A.A. (Aug. 2022)
"All of the course was helpful. Learning how to have continuous communication." L.M. (Aug. 2022)
"Easy to navigate, good content, excellent presenter. Learning how to ask the right questions to promote communication." M.S. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked the discussion on feedback. The pacing of material was beneficial and the content was rich with suggestions." P.H. (July 2022)
"Course was very clear and concise. The psychological safety term was new to me, and was helpful in looking at what makes a strong collaborative or supervisory relationship." D.A. (July 2022)
"Great information! Supervision tips will be helpful." J.H. (July 2022)
"Learning how to provide feedback so that others are not just comfortable, but also coached, is beneficial for my daily practice." T.S. (June 2022)
"The psychological safety aspect was a very interesting component that was new to me." T.W. (May 2022)
"Applicability of information for all levels of supervision, not just SLPAs." J.B. (May 2022)
"The speaker did well at clearly explaining all content." T.W. (May 2022)
"Learning specific language to use to be more effective at communicating was beneficial." E.L. (Apr. 2022)
"As a private practice owner, this will be helpful to connect with all of my employees. This was enlightening and applicable to far more than just the SLP/SLPA relationship." K.M. (Mar. 2022)
"Great information and I learned how incredibly important and complex feedback is to the supervision process. I liked the information but specifically liked the handouts/charts as they are practical and useful for supervision." I.Y. (Mar. 2022)
"I think that the information regarding giving and receiving feedback will benefit me the most. I really liked how the presenter provided real handouts to use when supervising SLPAs. I am new to supervision. So, any tools and advice will save me time. Thank you!!" B.N. (Feb. 2022)
"SO much good in this course! I offered it to all of our SLP supervisors." M.D. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the topic of SLPA Supervision. It's difficult to find courses that address this area." W.L. (Dec. 2021)
"Every course section is everything I use daily. I supervise an entire rehab team and all of these skills can be applied to supervising them as well as SLPAs." J.L. (Dec. 2021)
"The explanation of how to provide feedback to SLPAs was helpful." S.H. (Dec. 2021)
"Good info for the supervision of SLPAs." N.W. (Dec. 2021)
Presenter: Bonnie Martin-Harris, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, ASHA Honors
This course serves as the MBSImP™ 10-Year Renewal Course for Registered MBSImP Clinicians. This course will review MBSImP scoring, including nuances for assessing the more challenging physiologic components. Updates on recent clinical research and future directions is included. Eligibility for enrollment requires prior completion of the courses, #e01 and #e128.... more+
"Video demonstrations, research studies to support findings were beneficial. Very good explanations as to how certain components impact swallow and why all components and trials are important." S.M. (Aug. 2024)
"I enjoyed the research introduction and updates. Enjoyed learning how the components are affected by each technique- strategy. It is so beneficial to SLPs who are doing a direct intervention." F.H. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussing what areas are difficult for clinicians and where we should be looking was beneficial. I liked the updates." C.M. (Aug. 2024)
"Beneficial review of videos and current issues. Nice, condensed and current research was helpful." A.T. (Aug. 2024)
"Review of the laryngeal elevation identification was beneficial." S.L. (Jul. 2024)
"I always appreciate the review of scoring each component. The information re: pps and fps is most helpful to me at the current moment as we are trying to see if we can increase our hospital’s radiology department policy on pps and fps for our equipment as they are below the 30 recommended. Again, the in-depth review of scoring for each component is always helpful. Slides were well written too to limit the amount of side note-taking that I had to do." L.T. (Jul. 2024)
"Review of component scoring was beneficial." D.C. (Jul. 2024)
"All of the review was incredibly helpful." A.H. (May. 2024)
"The overview and updates from the last time I renewed my MBSImP certification were very helpful. Thank you. The level of detail that Dr. Martin-Harris went into with regard to the anatomy and physiology of the swallow, each component and the frequently missed sections. I also appreciated the case study at the end of the course. Thank you, also, for the preview test. The addition of highlighting research was interesting and appreciated. Thank you." I.F. (May. 2024)
"I complete an average of 2-3 MBS a week and help train new staff. This is always such a good course. I enjoyed the thoroughness of the information." L.F. (May. 2024)
"The clarifications of scoring were helpful. I also liked the illustrations of differences in scoring." B.M. (May. 2024)
"I enjoyed how the case study was used to translate the evaluation into an intervention plan. It was a good update for someone who is experienced with dysphagia and VFSS but wants to improve scoring and interpretations." H.H. (May. 2024)
"The scoring components with examples were beneficial." P.D. (Apr. 2024)
"Review of scoring, particularly Components 8 and 15 which have always been a bit challenging for me. Straightforward notes and presentation." C.C. (Apr. 2024)
"Consistency viscosity comparisons of Varibar to IDDSI was helpful. I liked the review of the components." E.L. (Apr. 2024)
"The updated informational materials were beneficial. I liked the review of the frequently missed concepts on each swallowing component explained." M.A. (Mar. 2024)
"I appreciated the update on all the literature as well as the case study. Online and excellent slides." S.B. (Mar. 2024)
"I appreciated the attention to the scoring of components that can be problematic and appreciated the video examples of each. I liked the ease of access and clinical usefulness." K.N. (Mar. 2024)
"Great refresher for information. I enjoyed the thorough explanations." D.W. (Mar. 2024)
"Reviewing radiology safety, and use of the supraglottic technique were helpful to discuss. I enjoyed the new research." A.B. (Mar. 2024)
"Very practical! Beneficial review of specific components with suggestions for testing. Updates on recent research." C.S. (Mar. 2024)
"Reviewing updated findings (e.g., severity ratings) was beneficial. I liked the combination of modes of presentation." T.B. (Feb. 2024)
"Oral Total and Pharyngeal Total impairment profiles were beneficial topics. I enjoyed the lecture." K.M. (Feb. 2024)
"Refresher on specific physiologic components, highlighting common difficulty. Wasn't just another review, but focused on areas beneficial to a more seasoned clinician." A.P. (Feb. 2024)
"The sequence of administration of boluses was beneficial. I enjoyed the clarity of the videos." K.M. (Feb. 2024)
"I enjoyed reviewing the training sections." H.E. (Feb. 2024)
"I loved the case studies and how to make specific treatments work. The course was convenient, and I did not have to do it all in one shot and could come back to it." J.K. (Feb. 2024)
"Examples and discussion of pharyngeal contraction and the discussion of the contribution of tongue base retraction and laryngeal elevation on epiglottis inversion were beneficial. I liked the examples of the different impairment scores for each component." K.K. (Feb. 2024)
"All of the course was helpful and addressed some questions I had." K.M. (Jan. 2024)
"Dr. BMH continues to refine the MBSImP. Looking forward to more publications on translating the OT and PT Total Scores to dysphagia severity levels. This course was organized and concise. Material is broken down very well." E.K. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the updates to teaching related to frequent errors in scoring and with literature." J.D. (Jan. 2024)
"I really liked the concrete examples with slides. This course was very comprehensive yet succinct." K.B. (Jan. 2024)
"Excellent refresher. All of this course was beneficial! I liked being able to take the course virtually." E.B. (Jan. 2024)
"The case study and treatment options indicated by MBSImP scores were helpful. The course was organized in a very easy to follow and easy to learn way." J.L. (Jan. 2024)
"Beneficial information on radiation and I liked the review of components." K.W. (Dec. 2023)
"Helpful to review common errors with the 17 components. It was interesting to learn about research re: barium risk, Oral Total and Pharyngeal Total impairment scores, and normal variability within some of the 17 scores. I liked learning about the research that has been done based on MBSImP." J.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing common mistakes in scoring and reviewing thoroughly the correct anatomical landmarks for judging each component were helpful. Thorough course, the handouts were helpful, and the test corresponded well to the material." C.L. (Dec. 2023)
"This course gave me confidence in my scoring. Using anatomical landmarks for scoring was beneficial." S.H. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the clarifications on the most missed items." K.M. (Dec. 2023)
"This course clarified many of the questions I had regarding the scoring of the MBSImP." A.J. (Dec. 2023)
"I really appreciated how the presenter addressed the questions raised by clinicians and provided details regarding these concerns. I also really appreciated the intervention plan model, which emphasizes the physiological parameters of swallowing targeted as therapeutical goals. I enjoyed the data from scientific literature throughout the presentation." E.R. (Nov. 2023)
"The research and evidence of the effectiveness of MBSImP was beneficial. I liked the updated information." E.B. (Nov. 2023)
"The case study was beneficial. Going through all of the components." E.S. (Nov. 2023)
"I found the sample targeted intervention plan for the case study especially helpful. I think the MBSImP is an essential assessment tool, and translating study findings to a structured intervention plan was reaffirming and highly beneficial. I liked that the course was split into easily watchable segments and the sample scores with accompanying video (especially the pharyngeal stripping wave)!" E.L. (Nov. 2023)
"All of the updated research that supports various components of the protocol was beneficial. I liked the real videos paired with a discussion about each scoring criteria for each component." K.T. (Nov. 2023)
"I enjoyed hearing the updates and latest info from Dr. Martin Harris." M.V. (Oct. 2023)
"Updated practice, presentation of research papers, clarification of components. I liked the examples and substantiating information." L.T. (Oct. 2023)
"Practical information which I can easily implement into my daily work. Reviewed component scoring and updated practices." D.S. (Oct. 2023)
"Relating scores/deficits to interventions was beneficial." K.M. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the review of recent literature relating to MBSImP." A.C. (Oct. 2023)
"Clear and concise information. I found the overall review to be helpful as I found some of the scoring I had been doing to be not completely correct." J.D. (Oct. 2023)
"I really appreciated the review of the component scoring though the lens of most common errors. I also appreciated the case study which demonstrated how you would proceed with treatment. I was able to start and stop as my schedule allowed, that flexibility is very beneficial." E.B. (Sep. 2023)
"Radiation exposure was helpful to discuss. This course was a great review of scoring." M.S. (Sep. 2023)
"I really liked that this course delved into the practical applications for some of the scoring (applications for therapy, what might be compensatory movement for certain deficits, etc) beyond just how to score. This course felt more tailored to advanced practitioners, so it aligned with my current experience and skill set." C.E. (Sep. 2023)
"I found the case study to be most beneficial. I liked seeing the principles applied in real life." L.L. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the review of scoring and then how it can be interpreted for therapy." L.M. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked that this course focused on common mistakes / problems. It also gave lots of great little tips and tricks for what to do in clinical practice." J.W. (Sep. 2023)
"Good refresher. I liked Dr. Martin-Harris' explanations on each component." C.E. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked seeing examples of the different impairments that would be scored differently. This course was easy to access and follow." J.T. (Aug. 2023)
"The application of assessment results to treatment objectives was beneficial. I liked the multiple videos with examples, and the MBSImP guide that corresponds with the videos and has the tips that were discussed in the course." A.H. (Aug. 2023)
"Bonnie is a great teacher. I liked the review of scoring specific components." H.H. (Aug. 2023)
"Straightforward. I liked the evidence based rationale for protocol." J.F. (Jul. 2023)
"I found the research updates to be quite helpful. It was also very helpful to be reminded of how to score certain components when there are gray areas or variations." A.V. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the review of the esophageal clearance component - what it assesses and what it does not assess." S.M. (Jun. 2023)
"Discussing short and long term therapy goals was beneficial. This course was well organized." S.B. (May 2023)
"Research presented in very eye-friendly ways to show leadership regarding Varibar use/consistency and frames per second." A.D. (May 2023)
"I found the new research updates to be thought-provoking and informative. I also really liked the case study because it clearly demonstrated how establishing goals that targeted specific components from the MBSImP scoring can make such an impact on the plan of care." K.P. (Apr. 2023)
"I always learn something every time Dr. Martin-Harris presents. I loved the case study - how the goals were written and impairment-targeted therapy. Hearing her describe each component, the frequent errors seen, and reviewing the anatomy was incredibly beneficial. I liked the pace, the content, and the evidence/articles that were presented. I love Dr. Martin-Harris. I thought this course was all incredibly well done." K.M. (Apr. 2023)
"I appreciated the clarification regarding some of the more commonly confused items on the MBSImP. I appreciated the videos and examples." K.L. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the discussions of EB papers. Very nice synthesis." A.B. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked all of it. This course was a great review." K.V. (Apr. 2023)
"It's always helpful to have a review of the material, even if you utilize it every day. I liked the case study." E.T. (Apr. 2023)
"Evidence-based application for each component. I loved the case study. Great presenter and excellent content." J.P. (Mar. 2023)
"Review of MBSImP scoring, especially with updates, was beneficial." M.T. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the review of scoring in regards to tips and the most beneficial information was highlighted when scoring each component. I also really appreciated the case study. I liked the ability to go back and review certain portions as sometimes it was beneficial to hear the information more than once. I also appreciated that the course kept my place when I had to stop and then return to the course." S.B. (Mar. 2023)
"Review of what, where, when to score. I liked the MBS studies of each component." D.H. (Mar. 2023)
"The clarification and "takeaway" points that have been made since I first took the training were beneficial. Easy to access course. Anatomy illustrations were very helpful." M.J. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the scoring details and troubleshooting for individual components." V.S. (Feb. 2023)
"It was all helpful and relevant - update on literature that applies to MBSImP concepts, the review of components highlighting what clinicians frequently do in error, and the case study." L.M. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the clarification of frequently missed concepts, convenience and flexibility of course." S.P. (Feb. 2023)
"The information on categorizing mild, moderate, and severe impairment was beneficial. I liked the updated research literature on swallowing to support the use of MBSImP." R.B. (Jan. 2023)
"I loved reviewing the components and videos, and having the chance to preview the test while participating in the lectures." L.T. (Jan. 2023)
"I found it beneficial that we can quantify the levels of impairment based on research versus subjectivity. I liked the inclusion of the latest research and how it applies to our daily practice." J.T. (Jan. 2023)
"This course updated my understanding of scoring the MBSImP." S.B. (Jan. 2023)
"Very detailed and thorough course. Great review and references." D.E. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the sections on common errors in scoring. The literature review related to MBSImP scoring was beneficial." D.B. (Dec. 2022)
"The connection between findings and treatment was beneficial for my daily practice." P.T. (Nov. 2022)
"Always good to review scoring guidelines. I liked the frequently missed info, and the new data on the importance of getting the A/P view." J.O. (Nov. 2022)
"All good! I needed the refresher, and gained some very helpful ideas for wording findings in my reports. I liked the review of select components with a focus on the aspects which are most challenging to clinicians as a whole." K.C. (Nov. 2022)
"Very helpful to go over common errors/difficult scoring aspects of MBSImP with guidance and video explanations." K.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Clear presentation, practical information, new information from past recertification, and re-introduction to the overall benefits of using this standardized protocol in the clinical management of dysphagia patients." C.G. (Oct. 2022)
"All of it was very beneficial for my daily practice. Easy to follow, functional examples provided." M.O. (Oct. 2022)
"The initial overview of barium products was helpful. I also enjoyed the responses to some of the "critiques" of the MBSImP. The protocol and reasoning/rationale/research were very clearly outlined. This was easy to complete in multiple sessions. I liked that it was broken into chunks - that made pausing and returning easier. I also appreciated the downloads." E.T. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the treatment ideas related to scores on MBSImP, the practical information on why we use the MBSImP, review and updates on scoring, information on common mistakes when scoring, and the multiple choice test." D.B. (Oct. 2022)
"It was a great review. I liked the visuals, explanations, examples." J.W. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the video examples, explanations of where scoring errors are made, and case study. I liked the application of MBSImP results to treatment planning." S.R. (Oct. 2022)
"The course is on-demand, mobile friendly." K.K. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked that this specific MBSImP course reviewed challenges that clinicians have with rating certain components and how to be more accurate with the ratings. As always, the visuals and seeing actual MBSs that review each component was extremely helpful." K.H. (Sept. 2022)
"The course is very thorough and supported by literature wherever possible. I enjoyed the in-depth "whys" provided for areas where things are often confused by clinicians, and for certain physiologic explanations made." L.M. (Sept. 2022)
"The ease of completion was nice. Good refresher." J.R. (Sept. 2022)
"The slowed tongue movement with its relationship to delayed initiation, the review of pharyngeal contraction with consideration of preferential flow and enlarged pharyngeal spaces, and the information regarding the availability of the app and its use in patient education at bedside were all beneficial information." T.M. (Sept. 2022)
"Specific breakdown of areas that are hard to assess. I liked the ease of course access." S.A.H. (Sept. 2022)
"The course is self-paced, easy to follow, and informative. Liked integration of scoring to functional goals and therapy techniques." A.T. (Aug. 2022)
"The MBSImP is important for my entire hospital SLP department for continuity of care and assessment." J.M. (Aug. 2022)
"I will use this information daily." T.S. (Aug. 2022)
"Liked the updates on research and review of MBSImP components. Very comprehensive review of information." E.M. (Aug. 2022)
"Very clear information with excellent references." E.M. (Aug. 2022)
"Liked that I was able to do this at my own pace & go back to concepts I needed to review." D.S. (July 2022)
"I liked the 'human' aspect by the presenter. The ongoing acknowledgement of learning and responding to frequently asked questions WITH explanations made this presentation resonate across all areas, and brought the clinician learners closer together/on a relatable level with the presenter." M.S. (July 2022)
"I really appreciated the review, and the supportive research was great! I need to go back and read the articles. Bonnie Martin-Harris is so knowledgeable! Greatly appreciate her work, research and teaching." K.H. (July 2022)
"I liked that Dr. Martin-Harris focused on updates and new information that has come up over the last few years. Thorough and a great review." S.G. (July 2022)
"Good clarifications/refreshers regarding component scoring. I liked that Dr. Martin-Harris continues to teach the course. The objective nature of the Dysphagia Severity Scoring based upon the numbers, the predictive values, targeted intervention plans with treatment, eliminating the subjective mild/moderate/severe statement." R.H. (July 2022)
"I liked the research that supports answers to FAQs." M.S. (July 2022)
"I liked the explanation of items frequently scored incorrectly, information on severity ratings, and step by step guidance through each component scored." T.A. (June 2022)
"The case study was well-outlined. And the overall design of course and visual examples were great!" H.H. (June 2022)
"I really appreciated the review of tricky to score portions of the exam." S.R. (June 2022)
"I liked the highlights of commonly misunderstood practices and reviewing those. I believe it will increase reliability between providers." K.M. (June 2022)
"It was nice to review the material and have the resources provided." L.N. (May 2022)
"As this is a renewal course, it was great to learn what the author reported as frequently asked questions or mistakes in implementing this protocol. It was worth to be asked to take this renewal course to update my learning based on my clinical experiences and advance my performance with higher accuracy." H.C. (May 2022)
"It was a nice refresher on the MBSImP, and I liked that it went over the common errors in scoring." F.W. (May 2022)
"The whole course was excellent and I really appreciated highlighting the typical errors made by clinicians on each scoring component. Glad to improve my assessment practice going forward! Enjoyed the sprinkling of relevant studies and how they relate to MBS assessment and the MBSImP specifically. Really enjoyed the discussion along the way that related to clinical implications in the real world." L.T. (May 2022)
"The case study was helpful in that I was able to quickly formulate three therapeutic techniques when learning that the focus of therapy would be hyolaryngeal movement. It was also good to see the formulation of LTG and STG with objective goal writing. I am motivated to use the report generator and dysphagia app in my practice." N.R. (May 2022)
"I enjoyed the suggestions of target areas for rehabilitation based on deficits." T.K. (May 2022)
"I liked that it was tailored for those of us who have used the MBSImP for many years." L.M. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the video examples and the review of each component's scoring with updated tips." J.C. (Apr. 2022)
"The format was easy to complete. I appreciated the descriptions of areas where frequent errors in scoring occur." A.O. (Apr. 2022)
"I enjoyed learning about common errors in scoring. I liked the review of the components and updates on the research. This is beneficial in working with younger clinicians and making sure I am up to date. Great course!" A.G. (Mar. 2022)
"It was great to hear about updates from the literature. I especially found the information on tongue base movement contributing to epiglottic movement to be interesting." A.L. (Mar. 2022)
"I really appreciated the guide and the other supplemental materials. Also the information about esophageal screening and radiologist resistance was good." A.S. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the real life examples going through the different components and how it included common mistakes." C.H. (Mar. 2022)
"I routinely complete MBSS utilizing the MBSImP and this was a great refresher. Providing a numerical rating scale to categorize impairment as mild, moderate or severe is beneficial." C.S. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the recent research using MBSImP. Very well presented and updated by Dr. Martin-Harris." E.M. (Mar. 2022)
"Review of scoring especially those frequently missed items. I enjoyed the case study portion in turning impairment into practical, objective goals. I liked the set up with broken up presentations as well as option to preview of test prior." K.M. (Feb. 2022)
"A very practical course that covered decisions/judgements that arise in everyday practice with helpful advice on how to approach them. The interweaving of relevant research that has been carried out since I completed my initial MBSImP training 10 years ago was excellent - gives me renewed energy and enthusiasm to continue to pursue and promote standardized practice in relation to testing in my facility." A.C. (Feb. 2022)
"The guide and detailed review of each component with Conclusions and Clinical Implications as well as areas Frequently Missed were all very helpful. Dr. Martin-Harris did a great job of incorporating visuals as well as examples so that learning was more in line with applying new learning or clarifying an area that was fuzzy previously." C.W. (Jan. 2022)
"Excellent organization, presentation and very functional application. Thank you." J.G. (Jan. 2022)
"Thorough content. Well paced. Supported by research." S.W. (Jan. 2022)
"I appreciated the review of common errors that clinicians make in scoring and the corresponding visuals delineating structures and exactly where to focus judgement for components such as tongue base retraction. It is hard to stay up-to date for me during this pandemic as I just don't take time to read studies - I appreciate that Bonnie Martin Harris referenced the ongoing research and the findings that have published to date." N.L. (Jan. 2022)
"I especially appreciated the focus on common errors in scoring (vs reviewing the entire protocol in detail.) I also liked the case study that was very relevant to typical cases we see and the example of a treatment protocol, short and long term goals, and outcomes driving recommendations for the next level of care." D.A. (Jan. 2022)
"The format was conducive to a renewal course and provided valuable information in reasonable detail and within a reasonable amount of time." K.S. (Jan. 2022)
"I really enjoyed the case study and the review of the total scores that can now correlate to mild/mod/severe impairments of the oral and pharyngeal swallow. Great way to see functional improvement in patients. I also appreciated the overview on frequently missed items on the protocol." T.C. (Dec. 2021)
"It was clear, concise, to the point. It brought up new research to help continue to develop my skills and knowledge of dysphagia. It was a great course!" J.R. (Dec. 2021)
"I appreciate the detailed specifics, thorough anatomy/physiology of the MBSImP." M.H. (Nov. 2021)
"I perform MBSS weekly and this course will assist me with both diagnostic and treatment recommendations. It was thorough and I appreciated walking through each of the 17 areas and giving examples of how to rate them." J.K. (Oct. 2021)
"This is a great review for an SLP that has been utilizing this scale for 10 years now! [Dr. Martin-Harris] does a great job of the slides and the information presented." J.C. (Oct. 2021)
Presenters: Candice Devlin, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S & Rory O'Bryan, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
This course reviews various oxygen delivery systems with discussion on how these may impact swallow evaluations and clinical approaches. Risks of aspiration related to respiratory distress and for those with high oxygen requirements is presented. A deep dive of high-flow nasal cannula and the current literature that discusses its potential impact on adult oropharyngeal swallowing is included.... more+
"I enjoyed the video demonstration." E.B. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the comparisons; discussing peds vs adults was helpful." A.L. (Aug. 2024)
"Examples using author were interesting. I enjoyed the overall information." A.T. (Aug. 2024)
"Appreciate lit review and findings that 50% of patients on high flow oxygen have silent aspiration. Can use this to support recommendations for MBSS or FEES. This review and its references will make me less nervous if I do! I liked the pictures and descriptions of all of the different delivery systems as well as machine operation (or at least knowing where to look!)." M.C. (Aug. 2024)
"The discussion on HFNC and the various types of O2 delivery systems was beneficial. I liked the information." B.P. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked everything. The cited studies were helpful." T.S. (Jun. 2024)
"Oxygen with Dysphagia was beneficial to discuss. I liked that the course was short and to the point." D.W. (Jun. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss the need for instrumental assessment for HFNC patients. Well-planned slides and videos." R.O. (May. 2024)
"HFNC Literature review was beneficial." L.I. (May. 2024)
"Specifically, as liters per minute increases, the more difficult it is to keep the mouth closed and relaxed while managing a bolus! I truly enjoyed seeing the video of Rory with the HFNC and her description of how it was impacting her overall oral phase and swallowing process. In addition, I will be doing more Modified Barium Swallow Studies on the patient's who are really involved, requiring high flows and high amounts of FIO2. This course confirmed that I have been evaluating & treating these patients requiring high liters per minute/FIO2 as patient specific in regards to their overall picture to decide whether or not patients are appropriate for clinical assessments/instrumental assessments for safety/appropriateness of PO intake." J.G. (Apr. 2024)
"Beneficial support for instrumental studies on patients requiring HFNC. The course was short, evidence-based, and had relevant clinical applications." M.R. (Apr. 2024)
"Understanding the flow versus Fi02 was beneficial. I liked the examples of research and summarizing all of it at the end with suggestions on clinical practice in evaluating swallowing with patients on high flow 02." E.G. (Apr. 2024)
"I enjoyed the review of HFNC research. Very topical and concise course." B.D. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the practical applications. The research presented, and the way the O2 delivery devices were explained are helpful for decision-making with actual patients." J.M. (Feb. 2024)
"It was beneficial learning how to calculate approximate FiO2. I enjoyed learning about the various oxygen devices and what each of them is best used for." M.D. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing that it is important to do a VFSS on pts with HFNC. I liked the SLP actually wearing the HFNC and telling us how it felt." B.G. (Feb. 2024)
"Identifying the various oxygen therapies was beneficial. This content is very applicable to everyday clinical practice." A.H. (Jan. 2024)
"It was helpful just knowing the difference between O2 flow and FiO2! I really liked the subjective description of a healthy person swallowing with an increasing O2 flow rate (when the presenter herself received O2). It gave a much clearer idea of why high flow can impact swallowing." W.K. (Jan. 2024)
"The deep dive into HFNC was beneficial. I liked the video in which Rory walked us through what she felt as the flow rate of the HFNC was increased." R.S. (Jan. 2024)
"The research studies were a great reference. I enjoyed the video demonstration." K.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing the important considerations for evaluating patients using HFNC was beneficial. I liked the ease of watching and completing this course." C.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The explanation of FIO2 was helpful. I enjoyed the video." C.V. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the specific examples and cases provided." M.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Excellent course for hospital-based practice. I liked the videos." S.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The discussion of various oxygen delivery devices and the patient populations they may commonly be used on was beneficial. I enjoyed the video examples and literature review." E.L. (Dec. 2023)
"The course content was all relevant to my practice, especially the HHFNC discussion." K.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Benefits of high flow and research articles were helpful. I liked the patient examples at the end." C.H. (Nov. 2023)
"Understanding the various types of masks and devices and what they do was beneficial. And swallowing considerations of various devices. I liked the ability to take this course at home." J.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Very user-friendly course. I liked the examples of patients, tables to summarize studies, and differences between Flow and FiO2. I loved the classification of O2 needs and when to evaluate or what to suggest replacement with to RT." R.P. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the combination of subjective experience on HFNC and review of peer-reviewed findings. The review of research in hospital settings was helpful." D.K. (Nov. 2023)
"Learned the effects of flow, delivery, and FiO2 on swallowing function." E.G. (Nov. 2023)
"Everything was applicable. I appreciated the recognition of the need for patient population research assessments." A.C. (Nov. 2023)
"All material was excellent. Found it very practical, especially for the therapist working in ICU or an extended stay hospital." M.P. (Nov. 2023)
"The video of the presenter using a HFNC and hearing her opinion on the effects on her swallowing was beneficial." J.B. (Nov. 2023)
"Loved the videos! The review of the studies helped me learn general principles to apply when seeing patients." K.W. (Nov. 2023)
"Functional course. The swallow evaluation was beneficial." S.H. (Nov. 2023)
"Great videos of actual patients, and seeing the speaker in the smaller window was great. It was beneficial to discuss HFNC with impact on swallowing, not a barrier necessarily." A.Z. (Nov. 2023)
"This course will assist me with educating my students." C.Q. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the recommendations for swallow evaluation with high flow nasal cannula." N.L. (Sep. 2023)
"We have periodically had consumers discharged from the hospital back to their residences on oxygen or some individuals who have COPD exacerbation. It has always been a question as to how much (either positively or negatively) this would impact swallow. This course will help with providing me with the necessary background information I was lacking and help to differentiate masks, etc. I liked the video of presenters testing out the high flow nasal cannula." D.C. (Sep. 2023)
"Detailed explanation of LPM vs FiO2 and the amount delivered by the different masks and nasal cannulas." E.C. (Aug. 2023)
"Succinct presentation! The instruction on how to determine candidates for swallow evaluations based on respiratory state/acuity was helpful." S.K. (Aug. 2023)
"Need of instrumental ax with HFNC patients was a beneficial topic. I liked that the presenter took time to explain respiratory parameters." A.C. (Jul. 2023)
"Discussion of HFNC and its effect on swallowing was beneficial. I liked the pictures, video examples, and case studies." D.K. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked that this course went through each type of supplemental oxygen device with pictures. I also particularly liked the chart highlighting the HFNC research. And clinical practice with HFNC and need for instrumental swallow study with specific statistics highlighting the importance of an instrumental." K.L. (Jun. 2023)
"Discussing the different types of devices was beneficial. I liked the example videos." A.G. (May 2023)
"Clear delineation of devices and specific purpose. Great literature support." J.S. (May 2023)
"This course was excellent. I liked the example of the therapist using high-flow nasal cannula and describing what she was feeling as the flow rate was increased. She described what she felt as she swallowed sips of water. Great visual!! This was useful information that will help me as I work in a LTACH. I can use information learned to better educate colleagues and patients/family." S.D. (Apr. 2023)
"Understanding different oxygen therapies and deliveries. I liked the patient case studies and review of evidence." R.P. (Apr. 2023)
"Possible implications of HFNC on swallowing and the need to push for instrumentals in this population. I liked the research review." A.D. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of different types of oxygen devices. And that the course was at my own pace and when I had time." J.K. (Apr. 2023)
"The literature review and the impacts of HFNC in patient populations was beneficial. I liked the explicit review of the literature and the quality of the evidence." M.B. (Apr. 2023)
"The information about oxygen settings and the need for instrumental swallowing evaluations was beneficial. I liked the slides and especially the video." J.K. (Apr. 2023)
"Research showing the implications of HFNC on patients and the percentage of patients with dysphagia requiring diet modifications. Relevant to my practice in the ICU. Slow, clearly presented information allowing more time to process. A good amount of information in a short period of time." N.B. (Mar. 2023)
"Well presented, straightforward, and very clinically relevant. It was beneficial to learn the need for instrumentals on hi flow." A.K. (Mar. 2023)
"Course took complex ideas and broke it into pieces. Great details about the most current research and best practices (EBP). Included background knowledge, basic understanding of air intake/management as they impact dysphagia assessments and treatment models." S.V. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the statistics regarding the percentage of patients on HFNC who ended up with dysphagia diets or findings of silent penetration or aspiration per instrumental swallow evaluation. And comparison of research study results with healthy populations to patient populations." L.M. (Feb. 2023)
"I found this course very helpful to have a better understanding of FIO2 and flow. I liked the presenters." L.M. (Feb. 2023)
"Explanation of the different oxygen devices was beneficial. I liked the explanation of flow vs FI02." R.K. (Feb. 2023)
"Direct application to swallow assessment. Understanding flow rate vs FiO2, timing of assessment, review of literature." R.B. (Jan. 2023)
"The whole course was very applicable to my daily practice. The subject matter was perfect for my needs." K.A. (Jan. 2023)
"This course was convenient. Learning about the clinical implications that increased flow rate has on cognitively impaired individuals who are unable to spontaneously utilize compensatory strategies was beneficial." A.W. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the supplemental videos of the equipment in use. Currently I work on acute rehab and we see very few patients on FiO2 or HFNC, but, it's relevant for patients who come from acute floors and/or have a history of ARDS, etc. Very useful information to know." R.H. (Dec. 2022)
"I found the information regarding various respiratory support devices helped me to understand severity of respiratory health and when a clinical swallow assessment was/was not appropriate. I liked learning about devices to assist with respiratory support." E.B. (Dec. 2022)
"All of the information was beneficial. Short and direct." R.D. (Dec. 2022)
"The organization of the subject matter was good. Importance of instrumental evaluation for ALL HFNC patients." O.N. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked all of it. Thorough coverage of information with practical application." D.R. (Dec. 2022)
"I found the portion dedicated to decision-making about how and when to proceed with SLP exam to be very beneficial. The video demonstrations were powerful and a very helpful addition to the written and research information." K.C. (Dec. 2022)
"All of it!!!! This should be a required course at the graduate level for those programs trying to focus their programming on Medical Speech Pathology." S.A. (Nov. 2022)
"Good explanation of the different mask types and whether or not they are a barrier to the swallow eval and why. I liked the actual videos and chart summarizing the studies." E.D. (Nov. 2022)
"Knowing the different types from least to most supportive and when to complete a clinical evaluation or not was beneficial information. The course was professional, informative, and sequenced well." V.S. (Nov. 2022)
"I loved the research and the stats. Lots of why and why not. Great rationale." J.C. (Nov. 2022)
"Good review of current studies. Liked the format of discussion with examples." S.Y. (Nov. 2022)
"Clear descriptions of various oxygen support devices and how they affect swallow studies. Learning when SLP's should consult with respiratory therapists and why." M.T. (Nov. 2022)
"It was a good starter course to understand the basics and gave good information regarding clinical decision making for when to evaluate or not." T.M. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the video examples. And differentiating between the uses of masks and if swallow evaluation can be performed." B.S. (Oct. 2022)
"Thorough and easy to follow." M.W. (Oct. 2022)
"Learning when to evaluate and when not to evaluate was new information for me." D.P. (Oct. 2022)
"The discussion of HVNC and clinical relevance was good." J.R. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the review of recent studies and review comparison of FIO2 and Flow. Good use of mixed media - slides, videos." M.F. (Oct. 2022)
"I appreciated the breakdown of different oxygen therapies as well as recommendations for whether bedside swallow evaluation is indicated for each one." M.B. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the explanation of high vs normal flow and various oxygen applications." M.V. (Oct. 2022)
"I have a better understanding of O2 rates and the definition of terms. I liked that I could stop and start course when I needed." S.B. (Sept. 2022)
"The presentation was clear and well-founded. The slides and videos added to my understanding. Helped me with troubleshooting self-feeding/oral intake issues with patients on HFNC." S.S. (Sept. 2022)
"The videos were very informative, the photos of the types of cannulas and masks were helpful. And learning the different types of oxygen deliveries and applications." G.S. (Sept. 2022)
"The case studies, visuals, such as videos and photos, were helpful. The information was clearly presented and explained." E.G. (Aug. 2022)
"Highlighting the need for instrumental swallow evaluation with patients O2 dependent was beneficial." A.S. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked how it really made me realize how important the MBS is in this population given 86% needed modified diets. I also thought it was interesting how there really is no obvious "cut off" for flow rate on HFNC given results of research. It was a nice review of the devices and I liked how they discussed what is a likely comparable option to discuss with mask delivery method. I think it will open good conversations with my RTs." J.F. (Aug. 2022)
"Course was easy to follow. Learning to determine which oxygen treatments need to consult with RT prior to initiating swallow evaluation was good." T.R. (July 2022)
"The course is clear and concise. I liked the explanations of various oxygen therapies." W.W. (June 2022)
"Course was very clear. I understand HFNC better and how it relates to dysphagia." J.G. (June 2022)
"The course was very detailed and informative, I recommend it." Y.C. (June 2022)
"Course was convenient and easy to understand. I liked all the topics discussed." K.S. (May 2022)
"I liked the discussion of clinical decision making regarding swallow evaluation of pts on high flow nasal cannula. Important points were reviewed throughout the course." R.P. (May 2022)
"I liked the overview of the different oxygen devices, and the convenience of being able to pause, stop, and come back to the course." K.H. (May 2022)
"It was informative, but not overwhelmingly long. Understanding flow vs. FiO2 and the impacts that the higher rates may have on swallowing was beneficial." A.D. (Apr. 2022)
"Great detail provided to differentiate types of respiratory support, function, and results." B.S. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked seeing the video of the clinician swallowing water and describing how it felt differently with swallowing when she had high flow nasal cannula." J.S. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the description of various oxygen delivery options and the research re: PAS and MBSImP as it relates to oxygen delivery and dysphagia." M.H. (Apr. 2022)
"It was beneficial learning about the different types of oxygen and modes they are delivered and how this will affect my swallow evals." J.S. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked reviewing different supplemental O2 delivery systems and the literature on HFNC in acute patients – practical information." M.F. (Mar. 2022)
"Learning even those with a normal swallow were impacted by increased flow, leading us to believe that the swallow of impaired patients would be further exacerbated. Well organized and easy to follow course." R.C. (Mar. 2022)
"I gained more perspective on swallow function w/ patients who require supplemental oxygen. I liked the example videos." B.W. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the discussion of who is a good candidate for swallow studies based on their oxygen therapy current use or history. I enjoyed the videos shown of the flow on a "healthy" person vs the ones they showed on active patients of theirs." M.V. (Feb. 2022)
"The discussion pointing out FLOW vs FiO2 and what it means for the respiratory status of the pt (work of breathing vs. hypoxia) is beneficial to my daily practice. Loved the hierarchical presentation and discussion of O2 systems. The topics covered including the patient specific determinants and supporting research was so helpful in facilitating critical thinking for managing swallow evals in this population!" G.O. (Feb. 2022)
"Great course all around. Handouts were clear and easy to review." A.A. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the different types of oxygen delivery and the current research available on HFNC and swallowing evaluations, and learning about the different types of oxygen delivery systems and which present barriers to swallow evals." S.S. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked all the relevant studies and background knowledge. Excellent handouts and videos." C.C. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the presentation by the speakers and videos of patients with different examples of the cannulas." A.C. (Jan. 2022)
"Enhanced my critical thinking skills for assessment and intervention demands of respiratory compromised patients." D.D. (Jan. 2022)
"Good flow related to content of presentation." K.S. (Jan. 2022)
"I found it beneficial discussing practical recommendations - such as alternate oxygen delivery when someone is placed in a mask. I also thought it was helpful hearing the research initially and at the completion of the session of overall impact on swallow delay, airway protection/closure, etc." K.M. (Dec. 2021)
"This course provided up to date research on swallowing assessments for patients using HFNC that was very functional and helpful to the every day clinician." A.H. (Dec. 2021)
"Very practical information in the era of covid and increased prevalence of HFNC on my caseload." L.N. (Nov. 2021)
"Thank you for lots of research from actual source articles." E.K.F. (Nov. 2021)
"I could fit it into my schedule and take several days to complete course. I also found the subject relevant to what I am seeing in practice right now." S.J. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the examples of the speakers demonstrating the HFNC. Also liked their examples of patients and their dx and clinical numbers. The review of respiration and ventilation was beneficial for my daily practice." L.B. (Nov. 2021)
"Information on when to complete an SLP bedside evaluation with supporting information to provide. Completion of instrumental assessment with all patients on high flow NC no matter what the bedside assessment found. Information about the difference between flow and FIO2. Hierarchy of oxygenation and impacts on SLP evaluation benefit my daily practice. I liked the video of the impact of high flow on the SLP and her descriptions of what she felt with each increasing flow rate. Review of the literature. Conclusions, although still needing more research, were helpful in confirming and supporting our current practice." C.W. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked to be able to replay video for an unsure topics for better understanding - can watch videos at anytime and anywhere." N.R. (Oct. 2021)
"The information was excellent!" E.C. (Oct. 2021)
"Learning the various oxygen therapies was good, and when to conduct a swallowing assessment. I liked going over each specific oxygen therapy, as well as the demonstrations." R.M. (Sept. 2021)
"The presenters provided a clear explanation of all of the devices used to provide respiratory support, how they work and the progression of when these would be used based on severity of respiratory disease. The videos made it more relevant and interesting and explanation of what the high flow is doing and how it is adjusted was very helpful. I also appreciated the case studies describing criteria to look for to determine appropriateness of dysphagia evaluation or treatment." J.B. (Sept. 2021)
Presenter: Kathy Panther, MS, CCC-SLP, CBIST
Can you allow a patient who is aspirating thin liquids to drink water? Water protocols have long been controversial as dysphagia management practices and likely will continue to be controversial for the foreseeable future. This course covers the evolution of water protocols including why they were developed and why they continue to be relevant today. ... more+
"Review of the literature was helpful. I liked the thorough explanations." M.B. (Aug. 2024)
"Practical information on rationale for and against thick liquids and water protocols." E.B. (Jun. 2024)
"The evidence and research behind free water protocols were beneficial. I liked that I could take the course at my leisure and rewind as needed." L.V. (May. 2024)
"Dehydration was a beneficial topic. I enjoyed the review of the literature." B.M. (May. 2024)
"Understanding the benefits of offering water to patients on thickened liquids. I enjoyed the research." F.M. (Mar. 2024)
"This was a topic concentration that was practical." S.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Coordination of this information with nursing teams to improve oral care consistency and follow FWP within the established guidelines. I will be more cognizant of allowing free water between meals if a person needs thickened, as shown on MBS. I liked the layout and explanation of the studies that guided the changes in the history of Frazier water protocols." S.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The changes to current beliefs/practice of water protocol were helpful. I liked the course material and ability to stop-start as needed." M.L. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing the myths about aspiration was beneficial." P.G. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the evidence-based resources." I.M. (Dec. 2023)
"The water protocol rules were beneficial. The studies discussed were helpful as well." S.D. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing that free water protocol does not mean that patients are having thin water only, which is what I assumed and what my workplace has been implementing. This course cleared up what the free water protocol is and how it should be used, and also that there is a limited evidence base, which is useful to know in discussions with colleagues. Course explained well the rationale and evidence base (including limitations)." F.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Course was practical. I liked the discussion on dehydration." K.M. (Dec. 2023)
"The resources that can help to support a water protocol were beneficial. The course content was all great!" C.O. (Nov. 2023)
"Learning about the Water Protocol and rationale for use - as a professional with individuals on TL this will be helpful!" K.P. (Nov. 2023)
"The research was beneficial, and I enjoyed the history." C.D. (Nov. 2023)
"The discussion of implementing the actual protocol and the biological rationale for allowing water (but not other beverages) was beneficial. I liked the applicability of the material presented." E.H. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked all the research findings, the history of the water protocol, and the science behind it! Quality of life and how it may make a difference in a patient's ability to enjoy water from all the sensory perspectives was beneficial. I liked how specifically course described when water is appropriate for individuals who are PO and NPO." J.L. (Oct. 2023)
"The speaker was very knowledgeable and presented many studies that were very informative. Discussing the variables that impact whether a patient is likely to develop aspiration pneumonia and how to weigh those variables in clinical decision-making was beneficial." R.P. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked all of it. And the enthusiasm of the presenter for this topic." S.W. (Oct. 2023)
"FWP treatment practices and evidence-based practices were beneficial." A.B. (Aug. 2023)
"Immediate application with up-to-date research. Oral care and information to share with colleagues was beneficial." M.W. (Jun. 2023)
"All of the content was interesting, relevant to clinical practice, easy to listen to, and well-paced. The history and controversy were a really helpful background." E.N. (May 2023)
"Awareness of the importance of considering free water protocol predictors of aspiration pneumonia was a beneficial topic." T.S. (May 2023)
"Learning that thickened liquids might have a negative effect on certain medications. Good discussion on research and lack thereof on water protocol use, and the effects of dehydration." H.K. (Apr. 2023)
"The speaker was easy to listen to. Discussion of water protocols for pts on thickened liquids was beneficial." R.C. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the research. This course was comprehensive and very easy to follow." J.D. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning better implementation of the FWP with my patients. I liked the guidelines from various studies that have implemented the FWP." J.V. (Mar. 2023)
"Good discussion of difficulty of securing conclusive research funding and other resources. I liked the breakdown of course into short videos, ability to speed/slow speaker voice, and rewind 10 seconds." R.H. (Mar. 2023)
"Very clear examples. I liked all of it." K.G. (Feb. 2023)
"The entire presentation was beneficial. I enjoyed the convenience of this online course." A.W. (Jan. 2023)
"Risk factors for aspiration PNA. A clear breakdown of info." A.B. (Jan. 2023)
"Defined appropriate criteria for free water protocols. Plenty of supporting evidence and balanced consideration of the evidence." K.W. (Jan. 2023)
"Liked the open discussion on the topic of allowing patients to have water. Very thorough course." P.L. (Dec. 2022)
"This course had concise information, it had links to respiratory health, predictors of aspiration, and aspiration risks. The education and key factors of establishing a good oral hygiene protocol for staff was beneficial. The time frame was perfect, great information, and all valuable." W.R. (Dec. 2022)
"Being provided with more information related to dehydration and the effects on overall health in the elderly was good. The speaker did a nice job presenting the information at a pace that was easy to follow." J.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the discussion about the risk of aspiration with consumption of tap water and the anatomy of the lungs that allows for the rapid resorption of water. I liked how the video was broken up into smaller portions." S.M. (Dec. 2022)
"The research supporting the need for water protocol was helpful. Patient-focused research with emphasis on quality of life was included in this course." T.B. (Nov. 2022)
"The supporting evidence in this course is beneficial. Learning about reduced intake factors was new knowledge for me and I will be able to discuss with my patients and families. The educational information that I can take back to my patients and families is so valuable." A.S. (Nov. 2022)
"I learned how to identify patients who are appropriate for implementing free water protocol." A.P. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning importance of oral care and the accessibility of the course." V.C. (Nov. 2022)
"This course was interesting." A.M. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked learning how the FWP can be implemented." D.O. (Oct. 2022)
"Good review of the evidence." A.S. (Aug. 2022)
"It was nice to have handouts and recommendations with experience. I liked the research information and specific guidelines for the protocols." J.S. (Aug. 2022)
"Informative course. I liked the research citations." K.R. (July 2022)
"I liked learning about the history of the free water protocol. Course provided good data." C.B. (June 2022)
"I better understand now the research behind Frazier Water Protocol. Course had nice pace, comprehensive review of research with practical application." J.N. (May 2022)
"I liked the considerations for applying course content/research to the acute care setting. Comprehensive review of research available." J.B. (May 2022)
"Solid background info and research citations. I liked the information regarding dehydration." A.H. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the information on dehydration. Very practical information for outpatient rehab." R.J. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the research presented on water protocols and the actual protocol section as well as history of development." A.J. (Mar. 2022)
"Research based with contraindications for FWP. Super thorough, lots of research included." M.K. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the functional information for justifying water protocols in the hospital setting." J.B. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the review of evidence-based tips for implementation of a FWP." F.S. (Jan. 2022)
"Easy to understand and follow, the slides matched the presentation. I liked the team approach to the protocol." J.L. (Jan. 2022)
"Details about the protocols relates directly to my daily work. Practical implementation of water protocols." S.B. (Jan. 2022)
"The multitude of research that was discussed was extremely beneficial, as well as the practical application of the research findings." C.B. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the information on dehydration; how it affects the elderly and gave me ideas to have in-services with facility staff on dehydration and symptoms to look for, as well as possibly establishing a water protocol or hydration protocol." M.S. (Dec. 2021)
"Much needed update for me. Liked all the supportive research that was covered." D.H. (Dec. 2021)
"Information regarding Frazier Water Protocol was helpful as well as recommendations on types of patients to use the FWP with." M.S. (Dec. 2021)
"Guidelines for oral care and the ideas to get staff members on board." E.H. (Nov. 2021)
"Presenter provided quantifiable evidence through longitudinal studies." R.A. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked speaker's rate of presentation; amount of research shared to support FWP." E.H. (Oct. 2021)
"I like how the content was broken down into sections." K.F. (Sept. 2021)
"The information on medications given with thick liquids and what effects it can have was helpful. I liked that I could take the course at my pace." B.L. (Sept. 2021)
"I liked the review of the literature supporting water protocols but also the limitations of the research provided was good. The course was nicely organized." K.C. (Aug. 2021)
Presenter: Chris Gaskill, MM, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course was designed for SLPs with the following levels of voice management experience: new clinicians who need additional training on the fundamental principles of voice management; clinicians who infrequently see voice clients; and for experienced clinicians who never received intensive training on managing voice disorders. Topics include: physiology and acoustics of the vocal mechanism, Semi-Occluded Vocal Tract (SOVT) techniques, how to care for the vocal instrument, and voice care myths.... more+
"I liked the review of techniques." L.L. (Jul. 2024)
"I appreciated how well Dr. Gaskill organized the course. This course is very detailed with excellent foundational information such as the acoustics of voice, as well as the physiology and anatomy of the vocal tract. Dr. Gaskill included excellent videos of the vocal tract illustrating vocalization of various speech sound productions. Also included in the presented visuals were representations of healthy vocal structures in comparison to vocal structures with noted pathologies. Also included were very practical therapeutic vocal techniques such as SOVT and how to implement those methods and best practices." A.B. (Jul. 2024)
"The presenter was very nice and gave simple explanations." G.B. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the demonstration of how to use SOVT in practice." R.G. (Apr. 2024)
"I enjoyed the Semi Occluded Vocal Tract techniques and the ease of the course." C.W. (Mar. 2024)
"SOVT was beneficial, and I enjoyed the entire course. Excellent presenter." E.B. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked that I could go at my own pace, the review of the physiology, and SOVT exercises." K.P. (Feb. 2024)
"The course was clear and concise with practical information and an engaging presenter. Information about SOVT and how to use it / progress through it with patients." A.P. (Jan. 2024)
"Great refresher course for voice for me! I work in a SNF setting and occasionally work with voice patients. Part 3 will probably be the most useful for me in my setting. Very comprehensive course! I enjoyed reviewing the voice mechanism, learning about SOVT, and getting the latest research on caring for the voice." L.D. (Jan. 2024)
"The vocal techniques were helpful. I liked the review of voice and voice production." C.L. (Jan. 2024)
"Very practical, applicable treatment and educational counseling techniques were given throughout. Very evidence-based material was presented. Really appreciated the foundational information for why these techniques work for clients. Great interlinking between application and foundational knowledge. This is a true course for a clinician. The course was very densely packed with research, evidence, examples, case studies, current topics/trends, etc." J.H. (Jan. 2024)
"Explanation of SOVTs and use of their progression. I liked that the course was online and easy to follow." J.D. (Dec. 2023)
"I can use most of these therapies tomorrow." S.C. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the discussion on myths. Easy approach to technical aspects." J.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the specific treatment techniques with examples/models." C.H. (Dec. 2023)
"LOVED PRAAT. Loved the Singing under MRI. A talented instructor who took the "EDGE" out of learning speech science. Current digital abilities with videos make learning so much easier than on sound spectrogram (the original one!)." C.S. (Dec. 2023)
"The information about SOVTs, particularly cup phonation, was beneficial. I had not yet heard of cup phonation, and it makes perfect sense for bridging the technique in phonation in the classic straw SOVT exercises to real speech tasks. I also learned a lot about vocal health and appreciated evidence-based information; many myths still abound, as I learned!" E.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Very applicable material, with information and techniques that can be used right away. This course was very organized, and the presenter did an excellent job of describing the material clearly. Excellent analogies to improve understanding and memory of the information!" E.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The techniques in this course were beneficial." P.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Excellent presentation by knowledgeable presenter with superior teaching ability. Speech science and formant education were helpful. The course was convenient and self-paced." S.S. (Nov. 2023)
"The therapy techniques were beneficial. The info was very useful for the pts I am treating at this time." B.O. (Nov. 2023)
"All the information was good." M.E. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the clear review on the function of the voice and practical clinical tools." D.L. (Sep. 2023)
"Interesting and easy-to-follow lecture for this specific information." J.T. (Sep. 2023)
"I found the straw and cup techniques helpful. I really enjoyed the refresher on vocal production and updated information on vocal care." S.Q. (Sep. 2023)
"SOVT therapy and straw and cup phonation exercises were helpful. The instructor presents the material in a very accessible way." J.K. (Aug. 2023)
"I loved his speaking style, the examples given, and the SOVT information." K.B. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the demonstrations of the SOVT and cup phonation exercises. SOVT and care of our voice were beneficial to discuss." A.J. (Jul. 2023)
"This was all very good information that I will implement." T.S. (May 2023)
"Knowing how to implement SOVT techniques, including straw phonation with and without water resistance as well as cup phonation was beneficial. When presenter explained topics, he did so clearly with an excellent balance of "remember this from graduate school" and "this may be new information". Dr. Gaskill is one of the best online speakers I have taken classes under, given his rate of delivery, details provided, and blend of targeted information for experienced and new clinicians." J.M. (May 2023)
"All topics were great. Very informative course." P.B. (Apr. 2023)
"Wonderful overview. Information on both theory and therapy was most interesting. All of the sections were great." S.H. (Apr. 2023)
"The presenter was clearly very knowledgeable, and everything was quite easy to understand. I liked hearing real voice samples. The topic of semi-occluded vocal tract exercises and the progression from most occluded to least occluded was beneficial." C.V. (Mar. 2023)
"Good information. The presenter was easy to follow." B.M. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the review of anatomy and physiology, SOVT, and vocal hygiene myths/realities. Liked the presenter's thoroughness and expertise. Cited current research. Course laid out well." M.W. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the videos, demonstrations, and focus on therapy skills. And the SOVT hierarchy." B.R. (Feb. 2023)
"Basis of phonation and rationale for exercises. I liked the comprehensiveness of course." M.G. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the demonstrations of the techniques." T.L. (Feb. 2023)
"Discussion of SOVT was beneficial. I liked the way the speaker presented his information." A.J. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the overview of SOVT and vocal maintenance myths debunked. Clear instruction for inexperienced voice clinician, great examples, achievable action points to begin therapy confidently." T.C. (Jan. 2023)
"Treatment techniques were beneficial. I liked the demonstration of therapy techniques." S.W. (Jan. 2023)
"I really liked the visual demonstrations." C.O. (Jan. 2023)
"Everything was really useful and especially the very practical examples of techniques. This course was so interesting. I loved it all." S.G. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the vocal hygiene myths/realities. Therapy interventions were beneficial." A.P. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning what does and does not appear to affect the voice. I liked the format and the visuals." J.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the treatment techniques and anatomy review." C.G. (Dec. 2022)
"I needed a refresher on voice for my knowledge and also for helping treat voice patients in my inpatient setting. I need treatment options that are EB. The presenter and his examples during the course including videos and charts - really helped with my understanding." S.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Interesting presentation; good examples. I liked the discussion of SOVT and vocal hygiene." J.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Intervention and caring for the vocal instrument. I liked the demonstration of intervention techniques and citing best practices and current research." L.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Such a great review of the anatomy and physiology of the vocal tract! I appreciated revisiting the "old myths" and revising my narrative around them. I loved the creative visuals and examples of different vocal styles and uses. The instructor was clearly very knowledgeable." J.K. (Nov. 2022)
"This presentation and the presenter were excellent!! Actual samples of therapy and reference to other therapy options." K.G. (Nov. 2022)
"New treatments and demonstrations of techniques. Good pacing, depth of knowledge of the instructor." P.L. (Nov. 2022)
"Gave me a great review of vocal physiology and new sources for greater therapeutic choices. The ability to pause and review as needed was nice." L.M. (Nov. 2022)
"The video demonstrations on SOVT were beneficial." V.B. (Nov. 2022)
"It is very convenient and I can watch the videos on my own time. I liked the therapy and voice analysis." N.R. (Nov. 2022)
"The presenter is very easy to follow. Good mix of format and layout of content." G.S. (Nov. 2022)
"I appreciated the practical treatment demonstrations and the ways that Chris tied objective data to treatment decisions. It was a good review and update to my voice treatment skill set." S.J. (Nov. 2022)
"Good review of voice anatomy. I liked the SOVT exercises." M.K. (Oct. 2022)
"I'm a semi-professional singer (high soprano) and this information was really excellent and I will put it into immediate use. Chris's presentation was straightforward with good content and very helpful graphics. Thanks for the education Chris! He is a natural teacher." E.B. (Oct. 2022)
"The demonstrations and illustrations were excellent. I liked the discussion about pitch and SOVT techniques. Speaker spoke clearly and slowly enough to take notes." L.H. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the application of voice therapy techniques because I can use these immediately. Cup phonation was a new concept for me. It seems like a beneficial transition step that will really help patients to apply SOVT to actual conversation." T.C. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the specific examples of SOVT (demonstrations) along with current information re: vocal hygiene." M.B. (Sept. 2022)
"The SOVT info was great. I use that technique but needed to know more about it." M.B. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked that this course was practical and can apply to treatment. I liked the sections on SOVT and vocal health maintenance." K.P. (Aug. 2022)
"I enjoyed all the refreshers and updated evidence based information on caring for the vocal instrument." H.K. (Aug. 2022)
"Great presentation!" M.C. (July 2022)
"The format and flow of the course were good." E.I. (July 2022)
"Good explanation of semi-occluded techniques to use. Great presentation style and information provided." E.S. (June 2022)
"Very clearly presented. Practical, evidence based treatment options." S.D. (June 2022)
"Great review for an oldie like me and the information presented can easily be described to clients." C.R. (June 2022)
"New therapy techniques that I can try, and also dispelling myths we thought were correct." L.S. (June 2022)
"Great information and instructions." C.B. (June 2022)
"Practical information; therapy demo; excellent organization of the course. I liked the SOVT techniques, breakdown of how to change vocal quality (source/filter), vocal register discussion (muscles used), the concept of daily dose... ALL of it, really!" L.A. (May 2022)
"I liked the SOVT techniques, speech science review, and the fun examples." R.M. (May 2022)
"Loved the demonstrations for therapy practice. I learned a lot about a topic that is difficult for me." R.G. (May 2022)
"Discussing therapy techniques for voice impairments such as a paralyzed vocal fold will be beneficial to my practice. I liked the examples and visuals to help clarify information." L.M. (Apr. 2022)
"The instructor was both informative and interesting and related topics to everyday practice." R.P. (Mar. 2022)
"Very thorough, visuals and audio examples." C.P. (Feb. 2022)
"The review of anatomy was a nice introduction, and the most recent therapy techniques that are used to obtain patient participation in therapeutic activities were demonstrated very effectively." J.B. (Feb. 2022)
"Clear and concise presentation of knowledge with great demonstrations! The content was excellent and presented in a user-friendly method!" M.M. (Feb. 2022)
"Presenter was very knowledgeable and gave good demonstrations." C.M. (Jan. 2022)
"The presenter offered clear examples of treatment techniques." A.C. (Jan. 2022)
"The instructor gave a very good overview and description of many aspects of voice and voice therapy. I enjoy having a fresh understanding of the voice so I will be ready when working with patients with voice problems. The handouts were informative and will serve as a good resource. I am glad he talked about the aging voice!" K.S. (Jan. 2022)
"I will utilize the vocal hygiene recommendations for my therapy sessions. I appreciated a thorough refresher in anatomy and physiology of the larynx prior to the additional material provided." L.M. (Dec. 2021)
"Excellent presenter with good handouts. Loved the explanation of the physics and rationale for all recommendations. Loved the range of practical advice - very thorough and helpful." E.S. (Dec. 2021)
"Dr. Gaskell did an amazing job presenting the course material with multiple modes of explanation." J.C. (Dec. 2021)
"The analogies helped me understand physics involved. I also liked the examples and videos." M.T. (Nov. 2021)
"The instructor was able to explain complex concepts in a way that was easy to understand- I loved all the analogies he used, helped the concepts to stick better." K.W. (Nov. 2021)
"The presenter was very knowledgeable and used demonstrations to convey his points." C.E. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the practical examples employed by the instructor that helped me to better understand concepts being taught." L.B. (Nov. 2021)
"The review of anatomy and physiology review of vocal maintenance discussion of vocal maintenance myths/updates was beneficial for my daily practice. The speaker was very clear and confident." S.L. (Oct. 2021)
"The basic information presented re: voice was beneficial. I liked the overall reminder of vocal parameters." D.H-G (Sept. 2021)
"I specifically will utilize the suggestions for caring for vocal folds and vocal health maintenance. I appreciated the visual charts and films used to describe various aspects of the vocal tract and techniques." K.D. (Aug. 2021)
"The discussion of SOVT techniques and description of hierarchy of SOVT outline were very good." S.H. (Aug. 2021)
"Semi occluded vocal tract exercises and review of how to produce voice were good." C.P. (Aug. 2021)
"The review of physiology was helpful as was the content about caring for one's voice. I also enjoyed the SOVT demonstrations. The presenter's pacing was good and I like how he related concepts to other background knowledge (e.g., Bernoulli effect)." J.K. (Aug. 2021)
"Every area was important, but the treatment methods and explanation as to how and why they work was just as important due to the physics behind them. I liked the mix of theoretical and practical information on voice production, treatment, and vocal hygiene. The videos of the artificial larynx with sound maker was so amazing that I showed them to my 18 year old daughter, who will be majoring in medical laboratory sciences when she goes to college this fall. The presenter had a good mix of quantitative and practical experience to share." E.F. (Aug. 2021)
"Specific SOVT exercises and discussion regarding facts/myths of vocal care are beneficial for my practice." D.B. (July 2021)
"All segments were very beneficial especially the examples of voice therapy techniques." M.H. (July 2021)
"The very clear explanations of A& P a with analogies, demonstrations, and videos, as well as the explanations and demonstrations of training hierarchy will be beneficial for my daily practice. Very clear instruction. Wish I had had such good teaching in my graduate voice class! I appreciate information bout vocal dosimeter and other current assessment and treatment tools." E.L. (July 2021)
"Therapy Techniques and the age old arguments about caffeine, carbonation etc. were good for my practice. I liked that I could do it when I had time. I loved his use of videos and examples. It was also helpful that he is a trained singer." R.VN (July 2021)
"SOVT explanation and suggested exercises are beneficial for my practice. I enjoyed the ease of access, presenter did a very good job." G.M. (July 2021)
Presenters: Kathryn Bayles, PhD, CCC-SLP (Retired) & Kim McCullough, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course focuses on MCI assessment. Topics presented will include the value of early identification, evidence-based in-depth guidelines for assessment, information about types of assessments — both screening measures and broad based neuropsychological batteries, the factors to consider in interpreting test performance, and counseling clients given their test performance.... more+
"The assessment tools were beneficial. Great overview to deepen my knowledge." E.H. (Aug. 2024)
"All of the information was helpful. I liked the convenience." J.H. (Jul. 2024)
"Differences between healthy aging and MCI was helpful. I liked the assessment areas." C.C. (Jul. 2024)
"The topics related to PD, LBD, and FTD were beneficial. Good refresher on neurocognitive disorders and MCI." A.V. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussing which tests to use for assessment was helpful. I enjoyed the knowledge of the presenters." S.E. (Jun. 2024)
"I work in LTC, so cognitive assessment was beneficial to discuss. The speaker used good slides." R.C. (May. 2024)
"Differentiating types of dementia and options for better screening were beneficial. Course was detailed." A.D. (Mar. 2024)
"Knowing when to refer to a physician was helpful to discuss. The course was presented in an orderly fashion." B.M. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing types of MCI was beneficial. I liked the differentiation between normal aging and MCI." E.A. (Jan. 2024)
"Remembering to test multiple domains and multiple tests for each cognitive domain. Good overview without going into more detail than necessary for neuroanatomy, etc." M.W. (Dec. 2023)
"It was beneficial to discuss normal aging deficits compared to MCI. I liked the clarity of info provided." P.T. (Nov. 2023)
"The new test available for evals was helpful." C.O. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing the differentiation between various diseases was helpful. I enjoyed the evaluations for MCI." R.J. (Nov. 2023)
"Excellent material presented. Screening measurements, the GADL, the difference between PD and LBD, and differentiation between 4 types of MCI were all beneficial." L.M. (Nov. 2023)
"This presentation was clear and precise. Discussing ways to access individuals at risk for MCI was beneficial." L.W. (Oct. 2023)
"Thorough explanation of MCI and dementia, including the different etiologies/types of dementia and differential diagnosis based on behaviors. I think the section on assessment was the most helpful for my practice." C.C. (Oct. 2023)
"I found this entire course beneficial to my knowledge base and daily practice. I really felt like the instructors were leaders in their field. It felt like I just took a mini college course. This might be the most informative course I have ever taken from Northern Speech." L.G. (Oct. 2023)
"I learned more about general aging versus MCI for my use in the community. I liked the way this course was broken down by units." S.S. (Oct. 2023)
"Easy to follow course. I liked the testing examples." K.C. (Oct. 2023)
"Course flowed easily with important content. Learning disorders and MCI characteristics was beneficial." D.K. (Sep. 2023)
"Efficient presentation with useful information. Test selection and predictive factors were beneficial. I liked the inclusion of benefits of various tests." S.K. (Aug. 2023)
"Different domains to address during an assessment. This course was well organized, and the presenter spoke clearly, slowly." S.Q. (Aug. 2023)
"Learning the tests available, and the differential diagnosis was beneficial." R.R. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the various testing options and the information on the types of MCI and dementia." J.K. (Apr. 2023)
"Excellent, thorough, and well-presented review of types of MCI, which is a term at times misused in the profession. Clarification of the types of MCI and characteristics of PD and Lewy Body dementias was beneficial." S.C. (Feb. 2023)
"Excellent coverage of things we can address as SLPs when working with patients with MCI. I liked the assessment measures." L.D. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the differentiation between mild cognitive impairment and healthy aging. Learning the different types of MCI. I thought course was very thorough in terms of defining the different types of dementia and the effects on cognitive-communication skills for each type." S.L. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the information regarding different types of dementia, MCI types." D.K. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning difference between Parkinson's and Lewy body. Very informative course." J.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning the impact of a severe TBI and how the brain is affected immediately is most beneficial to my daily practice. The overall topic of age and how it impacts the brain/neurological diseases was very interesting to learn." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"The entire course was beneficial. It was well organized." P.D. (Nov. 2022)
"Being able to complete this on my own timeline was good." J.G. (Nov. 2022)
"Very practical information regarding evaluation for MCI and differentiating between other neuro-cognitive disorders such as AD, Lewy Body Dementia, etc." L.H. (Nov. 2022)
"I can use this information tomorrow at work." S.B. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the specific standardized batteries to use for each situation and practical explanations." M.V. (Oct. 2022)
"Very informative about best tests. Included practical information about how to discuss results with patients." J.W. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the methods recommended for a thorough assessment of cognitive function." J.W. (Oct. 2022)
"The pace of the course was good. I liked the discussion of assessments." J.F. (Oct. 2022)
"The course was well organized and very informative. Good explanation of the standardized tests and recommendations for use of specific tests." L.H. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the course. It was short and specific." T.M. (Sept. 2022)
"I like the handouts provided for use later." P.M. (Aug. 2022)
"Excellent information in all areas. Good screening and assessment information." C.L. (Aug. 2022)
"The course is easy to follow." A.S. (Aug. 2022)
"The course format was excellent!" K.H. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked the content – assessment, counseling, follow up, and treatment." C.B. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the comprehensive nature of the presentation; the dividing of the subject matter into units; and the specific information regarding the identification of MCI." L.M. (Jun. 2022)
"The visuals were good, and learning to differentiate different forms of dementia vs. MCI was helpful." B.W. (May 2022)
"The organization of the material, and the presenter's knowledge of the subject made this course very interesting, and very worthwhile for SLPs." J.B. (Jan. 2022)
"Easy to access and can stop and replay to take notes." P.W. (Jan. 2022)
"Review of MCI types, dementia types, and standardized screening tools was helpful. I will share with professionals and use this in my clinical practice. All of the information was very good and important." A.H. (Dec. 2021)
"The entire class was helpful in the areas of diagnostics." M.E. (Oct. 2021)
"I enjoyed the comprehensive discussion of types of diagnoses associated with MCI." C.G. (Oct. 2021)
"The explanation of MCI and its assessment will be beneficial for my daily practice. I liked how language performance associated with the MCI." C.K.(Oct. 2021)
"The differentiating of MCI from other neurodegenerative diseases was beneficial for my daily practice. The concrete facts presented and objective measures were very good." C.R. (Oct. 2021)
"Really appreciate the testing section and variety of tests available. Terrific review for those of us older SLP's!! Visual presentation (slides) were well done, although the number of abbreviations was a bit overwhelming." M.C. (Sept. 2021)
"I liked the differential diagnosis of the various dementias." M.W. (Sept. 2021)
"The symptoms, introduction of screeners and ax were beneficial for my daily practice. The clear definition of terms and explanations good pacing most of what is said is in slides." G.G. (July 2021)
"The list of assessment and screening tools that MCI does not lead to Dementia or AD and further decline may be prevented will help my daily practice. The course was well organized, detailed, useful clinical info." P.B. (July 2021)
"I liked the breakdown of types of dementia, characteristics." C.S. (July 2021)
Presenter: Martha S. Burns, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course reviews neuroscience research on processes of neurodevelopment emphasizing auditory, cognitive, and communication networks. Research is explained and reviewed followed by clinical applications.... more+
"The early ID and intervention were beneficial. I liked the course format." B.P. (Aug. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss utilizing auditory process training. I liked the convenience and knowledge of the presenter." K.P. (Jun. 2024)
"The new information on autism and brain function was beneficial." S.W. (Jan. 2024)
"The correlations between ASD & APD were helpful to discuss. The course was succinct." A.V. (Dec. 2023)
"All of this information was very beneficial. I enjoyed the research that was provided." C.S. (Nov. 2023)
"It was beneficial to discuss that early intervention as soon as possible helps children's development." S.J. (Nov. 2023)
"Latest research regarding neurodevelopmental disorders. I liked the auditory processing theories in ASD." J.J. (Oct. 2023)
"The discussion to encourage parents to talk to their children as well as read to their children was beneficial. I liked the review of the brain connectivity areas and the high amount of research cited, as well as the links to go to for reading more about the research. I was super pleased that Dyslexia's complexity was included." S.F. (Sep. 2023)
"Importance of training parents in responsive teaching and the importance of literacy from day one - and lots of it every day! There is tons of current research to support her arguments." M.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the clinical applications and the parts that discussed auditory processing & autism." G.M. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the information on ABRs. The course was beneficial." E.T. (Jun. 2023)
"Learned a lot about brain function that had been forgotten. I liked the way everything is pulled together to justify the usage of auditory processing techniques in children with ASD." D.K. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked seeing another set of research showing the importance of early intervention. This course was easy to access and learn from at my own pace." J.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Martha Burns is superb. I wish I had her brain power." A.K. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning how poorly the brain receives auditory information if a child has ASD. The course was clear and easy to follow." K.J. (Jan. 2023)
"Interesting to learn about the newest brain research." A.K. (Jan. 2023)
"The different types of auditory training programs that can help children with rapid language processing. Course supported by quite a lot of interesting research." B.G. (Jan. 2023)
"The impact of auditory processing issues with children with ASD was beneficial. The course was easy to follow." P.F. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning what age to begin to intervene for ASD - I liked the research and practical recommendations." M.C. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the multi-deficit approach in dyslexia and how dyslexia can be a sign of auditory processing issues." A.P. (Nov. 2022)
"Very interesting and good for moms. I like that you can do the course at home." K.R. (Nov. 2022)
"Discussion of the need for early intervention because we now have even more proof, through these brain studies, that it works (but I knew that), and WHY it works. I loved to see that it was proven again that parents need to talk to their infants, for many reasons. I learned so much about brain studies which I had not been seeking out in the last few years." M.G. (Nov. 2022)
"The information presented about RAP testing being used on infants or newborns (or within the first year) for identification as well as research from San Diego and emphasis on early detection/intervention was good." C.R. (Nov. 2022)
"All updated research. I like the presenter's knowledge about this topic." S.L. (Nov. 2022)
"The relationship between auditory processing, developmental dyslexia, and phonological problems was great to learn." C.H. (Nov. 2022)
"The link between auditory processing and most disabilities I work with was good to see." C.O. (Sept. 2022)
"This information will benefit my practice daily." J.U. (Aug. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." A.L. (July 2022)
"I liked learning about the important role of white matter tracts, cause and effects, and that new born babies should have a stapedial reflex test." G.G. (June 2022)
"I enjoyed learning about all the new research being done. As someone who is passionate about early intervention and absolutely adores children with ASD, the auditory processing component/connection discussed in this course has given me a new lens. I kept thinking, that makes sense... this is why... I know iPads and iPhones are NOT good for my little bitties, and, yes, now I know why certain therapy techniques and combinations thereof, are working!" M.S. (June 2022)
"I gained more understanding of the underlying causes of ASD, and why these symptoms are present." A.A. (May 2022)
"I liked the in-depth discussion of research and the importance of early identification." A.H. (May 2022)
"I have always believed that early interventions and an enriched language environment are important for children to develop language skills. The research supported my beliefs. I always enjoy Martha Burns' knowledge." C.C. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the strategies for training auditory processing, and that I could do course at my own pace." T.C. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the information regarding red flags for differences as early as 1 year, and how therapy can change the brain. The presenter was knowledgeable and there were many references." P.M. (Mar. 2022)
"Supported by research and presented clearly." J.J. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the explanation on the neurological side of these disorders." M.F. (Dec. 2021)
"Concrete anatomy and current research." J.C. (Dec. 2021)
"It was really helpful to learn all about the brain and research as it relates to autism and auditory processing." K.W. (Dec. 2021)
"Understanding more about the parts of the brain affecting those diagnosed with ASD. The areas of ASD that were covered were good." A.W. (Nov. 2021)
"The part that I would take out of this for my daily practice is the early signs of ASD. I learned how early signs start to show." A.V. (Aug. 2021)
"The course is so informative and practical based." M.K.S. (Aug. 2021)
"I learned about some new research on ASD and APD and liked the information on dyslexia." M.H. (Jul. 2021)
"The discussion on DMRI and tractography I found to be helpful." K.A. (May 2021)
“This course provided a clear summary of the research in this field.” S.S. (Mar. 2021)
“This well-organized presentation highlights recently conducted neuroscientific research. The newly revealed studies indicate support for very early intervention to occur in many cases. Earlier initiation of therapy with supportive parent training especially for infants showing signs of ASD offers favorable results.” A.M. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Martha S. Burns, PhD, CCC-SLP
Learn basic neuroanatomy and neurophysiology to better understand and integrate the latest neuroscience research to populations including autism spectrum disorders, auditory processing disorders, motor speech disorders, language disorders in children and aphasia in adults... more+
"Brain regions and their functions were a helpful discussion. I liked the visual cues." P.F. (Aug. 2024)
"How different tracts mature at different rates was beneficial to discuss. I enjoyed how it ties into the goals we work on as SLPs." M.K. (Jul. 2024)
"The entire course was really beneficial. I am very excited about the possibilities of additional neuroimaging to better help clients, and the holistic therapies that are emerging using sound therapy, emerging behavioral understanding to foster an easier process for clients to create changes in their brains, and, of course, our recent revisions and explorations of neuroplasticity across the lifespan." J.F. (Jul. 2024)
"This was an excellent blend of real-life clinical needs, basic to advanced neuroscience review, and a deep dive into neuroscience and its implications for speech therapy. I am fascinated with the way the speaker envisions new knowledge of the connectomes, too." J.F. (Jul. 2024)
"The information on the cerebrum and frontal lobe was beneficial. I liked the visuals and I like that I can go back and listen anytime, that I have continued access!" C.T. (Jul. 2024)
"I loved the real-life examples. The instructor related the concepts to real life and this really helped me maintain the information I learned." M.D. (May. 2024)
"A great refresher on neuroanatomy and neuroscience. I liked the discussion of the interconnections between hemispheres and lobes and how they impact language and speech." K.H. (Apr. 2024)
"Beneficial information regarding the layers of the brain and the difference between an SAH, SDH, and ICH as well as how this affects patients functions and severity. I liked the addition of visuals and diagrams." A.M. (Feb. 2024)
"All the neurophysiology in detail was helpful to discuss. I enjoyed the knowledge of the speaker." Z.R. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing neuro pathways connecting the ‘geographical’ areas we have memorized for so long was beneficial. I liked the pictures, diagrams, and the latest research." J.W. (Jan. 2024)
"I work in a SNF, so the review of general neuroanatomy and physiology was very beneficial for me, especially the basal ganglia (the excitatory, inhibitory, and reward processing). The research over neural oscillations (theta especially) was also helpful. The images; very helpful for a visual learner." J.H. (Jan. 2024)
"Updated the neuroscience in clinical practice. Hard topic but didactic and good explanation." S.P. (Jan. 2024)
"The neuroanatomy review was great. I liked the content." L.M. (Jan. 2024)
"Information on Autism and Parkinson's was beneficial. I enjoyed the slides." R.P. (Jan. 2024)
"It was beneficial discussing brain development from conception to birth, then all the way through one's 20s. So much good information about how our brains are formed, how they work, and how they learn and mature." L.M. (Nov. 2023)
"Appreciated overall review of anatomy and physiology and current research." J.S. (Nov. 2023)
"I found the discussion on neurodevelopment to be of greatest interest to me, along with the information about research into ASD. I needed a refresher on neuroanatomy, as it has been 38 years since graduate school for me. The slides were well-presented." R.W. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the depth of information provided. And the review of the various fibers/tracts and cortical regions and their responsibilities helpful in identifying deficits in my stroke patients." E.E. (Nov. 2023)
"Understanding how new research will help us to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of language therapy. I liked the review of the brain structures and current research." J.R. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the information about gene development and ASD. The review of neuroanatomy and new research was very beneficial." P.R. (Nov. 2023)
"Good review of neural systems. This course also had good visuals." A.P. (Sep. 2023)
"The entire review of brain anatomy with all the updated research information was very rewarding in this course." S.S. (Aug. 2023)
"The areas of the brain related to language/phonology was a beneficial topic. I liked the review of all structures of the brain." M.B. (Aug. 2023)
"It was fantastic to have a review of the new literature after not being in graduate school for so long. Also, I really appreciated that the speaker was constantly pointing out how a presented topic of brain anatomy is relevant to an SLP." L.P. (Jul. 2023)
"The speaker was fantastic! She really elevated what could have been a dry topic and kept the entire lecture engaging." L.P. (Jul. 2023)
"Very needed updated information." D.F. (Jun. 2023)
"I enjoyed hearing about all the new research." S.C. (May 2023)
"It was very helpful that the information was tied to practical application for the SLP. Ensuring the patient's attention and engaging them in the activities is critical for positive outcomes. The overall refresher was helpful for me as I am a program leader for our brain injury and stroke programs. I was also interested in the updated research that is taking place at NIH and will be excited to see those results." S.L. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the way Dr. Burns phrased how the stretching of axons resulting in a TBI affects cognitive-communicative inefficiency, and I will use this with our brain injury patients since many have negative scans and it is difficult to explain DAI to patients." S.L. (Mar. 2023)
"Great content - This area fascinates me. I liked the updated information - it's been a while since I have heard more recent information and research findings." M.B. (Mar. 2023)
"New research. I liked the depth of knowledge provided." M.S. (Mar. 2023)
"The connections to executive function and language were very interesting. The instructor was engaging and the material was very interesting." C.H. (Feb. 2023)
"The development of the prefrontal cortex and how it relates to students that have difficulty with executive function, making sound decisions, and problem-solving. I liked the refresher in anatomy." B.G. (Jan. 2023)
"New research on connectivity and learning. Update on existing knowledge." S.W. (Jan. 2023)
"I plan to apply this new information to speech and language treatment of my pediatric and adult patients." S.A. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked Martha's approach to teaching. Afforded the learner the ability to accomplish a comparative & contrast analyses of "Traditional" vs. "Contemporary" neurology, neuroscience and neurodevelopment required by SLPs for clinical competence." S.A. (Dec. 2022)
"Dementia and neuroscience. Very informative course." J.M. (Dec. 2022)
"New research regarding ASD. I liked review of all parts of the brain." E.G. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning brain function associated with networks and connectomes; neuroplasticity; oscillatory patterns. The images used for the PowerPoint depicted the information very well." J.L. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning correlation between brain tracts and therapy approaches. I liked the use of examples to illustrate difficult concepts." K.F. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the ASD studies. Beneficial information overall." A.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Relevance to education. Charts were most helpful." P.A. (Dec. 2022)
"Clinical application. Great details and review." C.C. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked how Martha tied clinical research to how our treatment is shown to effect physical changes in the brains of our clients." S.J. (Nov. 2022)
"The applications of how learning changes the brain were good. I liked the discussion on brain herniation and all the new research. I liked Martha's energy and knowledge, and how she continues to keep us up to date." I.U. (Oct. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." S.S. (Oct. 2022)
"It was a very good reminder of the functions of the brain and how important each part is to helping a child learn to communicate." K.N. (Sept. 2022)
"The anatomy of areas important for executive function and regulation were beneficial." M.F. (Aug. 2022)
"This course covered a lot of information." K.B. (July 2022)
"What wasn't beneficial! This course was a much needed refresher. Not only did this course jog my memory but I learned so many new things. The visuals and graphics in the course are amazing. I wish we had those in grad school!" J.G. (June 2022)
"Clinical applications – the explanations with diagrams of different brain views were very helpful in understanding." K.S. (June 2022)
"Covered a broad range of topics in the area of neuroscience." L.L. (June 2022)
"Clinical application throughout the course. She was very thorough and the visuals really helped to connect her information." C.G. (June 2022)
"I appreciated the connections to the interventional aspects, and the depth of information." J.B. (May 2022)
"Discussion of fiber tracts, role of thalamus in language, and new clinical research was all good information. I also liked that I was able to go at my own pace." M.C. (May 2022)
"The relationship of the limbic system to functioning of memory and learning was interesting. Each major point was followed by clinical application for the knowledge." J.H. (Apr. 2022)
"Well organized and efficient coverage of extensive education." J.E. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the discussion of implications in clinical practice – a very informative update on neurology." K.V. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the updates on bilateral vs. coordinated whole brain functions. The graphics really help." K.L. (Feb. 2022)
"Liked the presenter's wealth of knowledge. I don't spend a lot of time studying or reading about neurology or neuroscience. It was challenging but stimulating to stretch my knowledge and Dr. Burns was the perfect expert to provide the challenge." S.G. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the activities in session to promote dopamine and help with joy and memory." H.J. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the connection between therapy and changes made in the brain. The speaker provided great examples!" S.G. (Jan. 2022)
"All information was excellent, and was well directed to the SLP field of practice." S.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I enjoyed learning about current research that is happening in the field of neurology." D.Z. (Sept. 2021)
"I was encouraged by research that shows that neuroplasticity lasts longer than we thought. The course was very informative." M.K. (Sept. 2021)
"Love this presenter!" A.B. (Sept. 2021)
"The functions of memory and attention control will be the most beneficial information. This course was very detailed, great visuals, and challenging." G.G. (Jul. 2021)
"I will use this info to help parents understand what we do as therapists and to explain to parents and prospective parents why their role in educating their children begins at birth. The presenter was so knowledgeable that the information flowed from her easily." O.S. (Jul. 2021)
“I very much enjoyed the latest technology used to image anatomy and its function. The course also provided basic information and linked it to more contemporary information.” D.J. (Jun. 2021)
“Excellent information on the necessity of the limbic system/emotional regulation in learning. Updated research information and upcoming research in the field.” T.C. (Jun. 2021)
"The impacts of problems at various stages or within various areas of the brain are good topics. It was very detailed and evidence based." K.R. (May 2021)
“This course was well organized. And in such short time, the speaker was able to convey a good amount of very informative material.” L.A. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Jeanna Winchester, PhD
This course explores the multisystem breakdown of the swallow as well as the broadening role of the SLP in dysphagia therapy. The five systems of dysphagia (cognitive - neurological - respiratory - gastrointestinal - muscular) are discussed with explanation of how disorders in these systems can have a devastating effect... more+
"Discussing the five systems involved was helpful. This course was straightforward and relevant." E.R. (Jul. 2024)
"Covid-related complications was a beneficial topic. I enjoyed the ease of presentation." D.L. (Jun. 2024)
"The neuro discussion was beneficial." L.L. (Mar. 2024)
"The speaker was clearly knowledgeable." J.W. (Mar. 2024)
"Discussing poor nutrition/malnutrition in the dementia and AD populations was beneficial. I liked the steady pacing and clear course slides that coincided with the presentation." E.L. (Dec. 2023)
"Interesting speaker and she was able to speak to her cervical spine issue. Appreciated her comments about how she felt swallow strategies were helping her manage - best of luck to you! I liked the review of swallowing and highlights pertaining to COVID - challenging times in healthcare." J.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial discussion on Covid-related dysphagia. The course was quick and to the point." T.B. (Dec. 2023)
"The discussion on COVID was helpful. Good stats." A.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Interesting information. I liked the discussions on dementia and dysphagia." B.O. (Nov. 2023)
"New research on Covid effects on aging population and dysphagia." J.W. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked that course emphasized SLP role." E.P. (Nov. 2023)
"The impact of dysphagia on aging patients with regard to the decline in specific swallow functions and the attention to bedside and instrumental assessment was beneficial. I appreciated the emphasis on the value of SLP services with regard to dysphagia across the board." C.W. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the discussion and elaboration of the 5 systems and how they impact overall swallow function. I appreciated the elaboration on the neurological and cognitively impaired patients, which are the primary areas we see in our hospital setting. Also appreciated the information provided about dysphagia in the post-hip fracture patient." C.W. (Sep. 2023)
"Involvement of neurogenic disorders associated with dysphagia, and specifics to dysphagia in acute care setting were beneficial." M.W. (Aug. 2023)
"Informative, timely, and self-paced. I liked the information on dysphagia during COVID-19 and AD." A.B. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the comprehensive nature of this course. Specific review of the 5 systems was beneficial." L.M. (Jun. 2023)
"I found the overall topic interesting. The information was delivered in a way that was easily understood and provided practical implications for use in practice as well as general knowledge." D.H. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the discussion on dysphagia as it relates to Covid virus. The presenter was easy to listen to and knowledgeable." J.P. (Jun. 2023)
"Very informative. I liked all of it." Y.C. (Apr. 2023)
"Covid-19 info was beneficial." J.K. (Apr. 2023)
"AD and the clinical recommendations were beneficial. It’s a simple yet thorough coverage of information." B.H. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the topic on dysphagia in patients with dementia. Good detail provided." K.H. (Mar. 2023)
"Great information that was clearly presented. I liked the incorporation of information relative to COVID-19." A.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Consideration of ways that dysphagia contributes to worsening of cognitive and physical function in geriatric populations." L.M. (Mar. 2023)
"All areas related to AD, especially in the rehabilitation setting. I liked that there were topics discussed that are not discussed in other courses re: neurological conditions." K.H. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the presenter's style and the 5 systems of dysphagia." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Specifying the 5 systems of dysphagia and their interactions was beneficial." A.V. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning the expanding role of the SLP in dysphagia treatment was interesting. I liked the explanation of the systems involved with dysphagia." C.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Malnutrition effects - including all of the systems that can be involved." M.W. (Dec. 2022)
"Good information especially with COVID-19. Very thorough." C.B. (Nov. 2022)
"The class provided an excellent overview of how discretely connected the systems of dysphagia are. The section on how insurances factor into how hospitals and care centers prioritize patient care was very enlightening!" J.K. (Nov. 2022)
"The presenter was very thorough and presented information well." C.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Great work on the statistics topic." J.C. (Nov. 2022)
"All the information related to AD and dementia was good. The course has easy-to-follow slides." K.C. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the COVID info and all the examples." K.A. (Oct. 2022)
"The layout was easy to follow and the content was very informative and pertinent to the clinical setting." K.C. (Sept. 2022)
"The real clinical examples were good." S.A. (Sept. 2022)
"Her discussion was easy to follow." E.B. (Sept. 2022)
"The course covered a range of conditions." M.H. (Sept. 2022)
"The information regarding management of dysphagia in acquired & progressive neurologic conditions was good." B.J. (Sept. 2022)
"The information about the neuroanatomy and physiology involved in the swallow appeared well understood by the presenter and was at an appropriate complexity level for experienced clinicians. The content about characteristics of dysphagia in particularly populations (e.g., impaired closure of UES in Alzheimer's dementia patients) and the content about recent regulatory changes (e.g., CMS focusing on factors that will reduce re-hospitalization rates) was the most helpful." E.G. (Aug. 2022)
"The flow and format are excellent!" D.M. (Jul. 2022)
"The case studies related to AD patients was beneficial. This is a majority of my caseload. Thorough overview of background info, and clinical application." E.P. (Jun. 2022)
"The use of universal dysphagia screening was good." J.B. (Jun. 2022)
"Speaker's knowledge was good." M.S. (Jun. 2022)
"This course highlighted topics that I deal with on a daily basis when working in a SNF and when working in acute care at a hospital." K.B. (Jun. 2022)
"A lot of this information can also be applied to children with neurological impairments. Very informative and well organized." A.P. (Jun. 2022)
"Loved the different stages for swallowing." D.P. (Jun. 2022)
"Relevant information. Easy to follow and understand." T.M. (May 2022)
"The speaker made the material interesting and related it to everyday practice." R.P. (May 2022)
"I thought the information related to dementia and dysphagia was helpful to know what to expect with these patients. I liked the different examples of different diagnoses and how dysphagia progressed and occurred in each of these diagnoses." J.S. (April 2022)
"The presenter kept my interest, and provided many examples and personal experiences from her practice, which enhanced the total presentation of the course." J.B. (Feb. 2022)
"It was comprehensive and pertinent to my current place of employment." R.A. (Dec. 2021)
"Comprehensively, it was helpful to review the systems involved in dysphagia and aspiration risk. This course pointed me, once again, to how important it is to know type and severity of diagnosis and how it related to consideration of the care plan and communication with the family or facility. The handout reinforced the verbal presentation which is helpful for later review of pertinent information." A.H. (Nov. 2021)
"The outline and presenter helped pace the material." V.G. (Oct. 2021)
“The information on the relationship between COVID-19 and its association with dysphagia was insightful. It was very informative in how it related to the current pandemic situation.” A.P. (Oct. 2021)
“I found that relating the 5 systems to relevance in treating ALL patients who may present with dysphagia to be very helpful. The course was easy to listen to, good pace, relevant and current info.” V.G. (Oct. 2021)
"I appreciated the consideration of the whole person. I liked the inclusion of Covid-19." H.T. (Sept. 2021)
"Going over dysphagia among dementia patients was most helpful. I liked the realistic presentation." S.T. (Sept. 2021)
"I liked the practical implications. The COVID-19 information was most beneficial." G.W. (Sept. 2021)
"The link among the five systems which are interconnected was interesting. The course was easy to follow even for SLPs who are not specialized in the area." R.C. (Aug. 2021)
"Being aware of how dementia can affect dysphagia was a good lesson. The integration of systems and how they interact with or cause dysphagia was interesting." S.M. (Aug. 2021)
"Very current. Great course!" V.B. (Aug. 2021)
"Helpful information on new roles for SLP with the onset of COVID 19, along with patient's that have AD. It was easy to follow and pertinent to my current setting." J.D. (Aug. 2021)
"I found all the presentations interesting." I.C. (Aug. 2021)
"The knowledge and complete presentation regarding Dysphagia and management of it in many disorders was good." P.M. (Aug. 2021)
"Discussing the different types of dementia and how each impacts swallowing will be beneficial to my daily practice. The teacher did not waste any time, and solely focused on the material - since it was online, it could be paused and I could rewind if needed." B.F. (Jul. 2021)
"I am looking to transition from the school-based setting to a medical setting. This course was a help refresher for me. This course was engaging and informative." K.G. (May 2021)
“The information was timely and applicable to long-term settings.” S.F. (Mar. 2021)
“I liked the review of the multiple regions of the brain involved in swallowing. The influence of the pons and medullary coordination for CO2 was insightful. Also, the involvement of regions of the brain affecting memory and how this contributes to dementia-related dysphagia was very interesting.” G.O. (Feb. 2021)
“The information on reducing repeat hospital admissions, connection between cognition and malnutrition was very informative. I liked that it was designed in terms of body systems, which is the way doctors and nurses learn about the disease. When I was in school, the approach was primarily neurological.” S.N. (Dec. 2020)
“I found it particularly beneficial that the current COVID-19 crisis is discussed. And how it is having a major impact on our profession. It was timely and very relevant. Jeanna Winchester, Ph.D. was an excellent presenter. Very knowledgeable, easy to listen to, and a champion for the profession. Thank you!” K.A. (Dec. 2020)
Presenter: Marissa Rocheleau, MA, CCC-SLP
This course outlines how to implement early intervention in the telepractice setting. It will cover issues related to the research supporting telepractice for early intervention, identifying appropriate models of intervention for EI telepractice, and discuss potential ... more+
"The video example and website ideas were helpful. I liked the course pace." K.B. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the sample video." K.S. (Jul. 2024)
"Online resources to use in EI telepractice were beneficial." H.M. (Jun. 2024)
"The video was helpful and I liked the resources provided." M.K. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing telepractice in general, which I've been considering was beneficial. I liked that the course explained telepractice in general and specific terms." J.K. (Mar. 2024)
"All of the content was useful. I enjoyed the live session." J.C. (Mar. 2024)
"Research for the efficacy of telepractice. I liked that the course was quick." M.D. (Feb. 2024)
"The EI telepractice session and resources for actual sessions were beneficial." D.Z. (Feb. 2024)
"The research examples of the effectiveness of telepractice with EI population were beneficial. I loved the examples of materials for therapy sessions, as well as the tips on how to go about joint planning with the families throughout sessions / in between sessions." J.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed the video where I was able to observe the treatment session." K.S. (Dec. 2023)
"The examples for treatment and assessment were helpful." K.P. (Dec. 2023)
"I found the activities and apps most beneficial. I liked the video with the demonstration of a session." C.H. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed walking through ways to use online resources. The resources and tools available for teletherapy were helpful." A.M. (Nov. 2023)
"Practical course. The setup of the teletherapy session was beneficial." M.P. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the video modeling. The POWR method and pre-planning/joint planning ideas were beneficial." S.C. (Nov. 2023)
"Very relevant course. I liked the video of real sessions and suggestions for therapy ideas." R.R. (Oct. 2023)
"The video session of an SLP conducting teletherapy with a client was most helpful. I liked the websites, games, and resources." J.K. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the online resources and confirmed the efficacy of online early intervention." R.R. (Jul. 2023)
"How to parent coach. I loved seeing the video of the SLP in action." C.R. (Jul. 2023)
"All the ideas for use in early intervention for children birth-5 were beneficial. Even though the course was designed for E.I., I liked that many of the ideas can be applied to toddlers & preschoolers." J.W. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked all topics. Video example of a telepractice session was beneficial." A.G. (Jul. 2023)
"I loved the videos shared plus the useful resources and showing how to use them. All useful and applicable for ease of use in my sessions." T.W. (Jun. 2023)
"Teletherapy in early intervention was beneficial. I liked that everything was provided." D.J. (May 2023)
"I liked the resources found in this course." K.F. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked that we were given many resources and ideas to use in our own sessions, and seeing an example of successful teletherapy." K.G. (Mar. 2023)
"The video of a telehealth session was incredibly helpful for understanding how to put the concepts into practice. I liked the pace, the content, and the video example." M.T. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked all of it. The therapy session was beneficial." R.M. (Jan. 2023)
"I like how she gave specific references to use in therapy and the study by Douglas, Nordquist, Kammes, and Gerd hypothesizing that online delivery would increase participation and treatment outcomes." J.C. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning elements of parent coaching was beneficial. I liked the video example of a session that included parent coaching." E.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I enjoyed the video examples of an actual teletherapy session." F.C. (Dec. 2022)
"The resources were very helpful. I loved that I was able to see how the speech therapist demonstrated a teletherapy session. The practicals were very helpful." M.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Good videos and resources." D.R. (Dec. 2022)
"The parent coaching segment was very beneficial to me. And all the online resources that the presenter recommended." S.F. (Dec. 2022)
"Tips on collaborating with interpreters and information on cultural differences. All of it was helpful!" C.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked that the presenter provided the audience with many different websites to use in telepractice." T.O. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked how speaker emphasized the importance of the environment for early intervention in teletherapy. The sample video was also informative and helpful." L.J. (Nov. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." S.C. (Nov. 2022)
"Course was very informative. I liked viewing the sample telepractice session." M.B. (Oct. 2022)
"I loved watching the telepractice video, and the discussion regarding websites and apps to use in therapy sessions." A.B. (Sept. 2022)
"Loved seeing the actual footage of a therapy session. I will use the resources shown and recommended at the end!" S.S. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the video demonstration." E.S. (Aug. 2022)
"I enjoyed the example of the teletherapy session." H.W. (July 2022)
"The flow and format of the course was excellent." D.M. (June 2022)
"The use of the telepractice therapy video was very helpful. The list of apps and online games was also very helpful." C.R. (Apr. 2022)
"Presenter was well spoken. Outline of course was in good sequence and relevant context. Resources were helpful; prep with parents is crucial." C.C. (Mar. 2022)
"How to incorporate parents into the session was helpful. I liked the resources to use, and the video of an actual telesession." D.D. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked that it was direct to the point and teaches the clinician ways on how to apply skills and generate ideas in EI setting. Liked viewing the sample of a speech therapy session and analyzing what the clinician did and the strategies and activities used for the session." K.M. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked learning how to use telepractice effectively with younger clients. Watching the video session and how coaching was incorporated into the activities." T.C. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the explanation of the POWR method. The course was very easy to follow, and I like that we were able to watch a teletherapy session in action." L.V. (Jan. 2022)
"Incorporating the parent coaching into the therapy process was helpful. Course was relatable to what I am currently doing." R.K. (Jan. 2022)
"Technical guidelines and suggestions for specific equipment to have on hand was beneficial." G.T. (Jan. 2022)
"This course offered a lot of good ideas for keeping a child engaged during virtual sessions." J.W. (Dec. 2021)
"The list of resources for online material to use in therapy sessions was beneficial." M.A. (Dec. 2021)
"The intervention video was what I liked best." K.R. (Nov. 2021)
"For me the most beneficial point is how to achieve the participation and engagement of the parents during the session. I liked the videos and the collaboration of the family during the sessions." R.C. (Oct. 2021)
"The numerous resources that were shared will be a big help if we ever have to return to virtual therapy. The video of the tele-therapy session was great to see and gave wonderful models for working with the child and parent." C.S. (Oct. 2021)
"The research indicating that toddlers learn novel words from live interaction & live video chats over prerecorded was beneficial for my daily practice. The sample session gave me a lot of ideas about dos and don'ts" A.W. (Sept. 2021)
"Overall advice on administering early intervention via telepractice was good." A.C. (Sept. 2021)
"The assessments, screeners and website with the apps were very helpful. The speaker was very thoughtful and organized in the layout of this course. The actual telehealth session was interesting." K.C. (Sept. 2021)
"The framework for parent coaching is still GREAT! I saw it in the AAC in Teletherapy course and seeing it again makes it even more useful. Seeing the framework in action with the recorded therapy sessions. Learning about the OwlieBoo and Happy Clicks sites. I have not heard of those. Other shared resources." R.L. (Aug. 2021)
"I enjoyed the treatment video. It was a great model of early intervention telepractice." G.H. (May 2021)
“I specifically liked the video example and discussion after. The provision of resources was helpful also.” S.B. (Feb. 2021)
“Very helpful information. I like how she went through each website to demonstrate some of the good activities. I appreciate the frank discussion with the parent and therapist. It was a very comprehensive course for just 60 minutes! It takes a lot to make a good tele-practice session with little ones and their families, and the presenter did a very nice job of adding in all of these pieces -- planning session, objectives, working with parent as partner, similar toys at home and with therapist, on-line early activities and books, routine of "bye" song, etc.” S.B. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Marissa Rocheleau, MA, CCC-SLP
This course outlines how to implement AAC in the telepractice setting. It will cover identifying appropriate models of intervention and assessment for AAC telepractice and discuss potential solutions for implementing AAC online.... more+
"Modeling AAC before expecting use from the client was a beneficial topic. I liked the explanations on how to model AAC and different levels of technology that can be used." A.G. (Aug. 2024)
"Modeling Technology (i.e., use of software, doc camera, webcam and use of a facilitator) was helpful to discuss. I liked the research in tele AAC, resources and video of therapy." D.N. (Jul. 2024)
"All the information was beneficial. I liked the course's flexibility." M.M. (Jul. 2024)
"Using a documentation camera to model the use of a device was beneficial. I liked the example with the child." C.W. (Dec. 2023)
"The course was easy to understand." M.P. (Dec. 2023)
"The video examples were beneficial. I liked the examples of websites." A.F. (Nov. 2023)
"The various ways to model AAC via telepractice was beneficial to discuss." N.I. (Sep. 2023)
"Readily applicable suggestions and demonstrations. I liked the emphasis on parent coaching, as well as the demonstration and application of the free PRC PASS software." M.N. (Jul. 2023)
"I loved how the speaker gave specific and useful tips for all of her recommendations and strategies. This speaker in general is fantastic. I am a teletherapist, and her courses are always very useful and practical." L.P. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the video examples and parent coaching." E.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the video about the AAC apps. That was interesting, especially for someone who isn't overly familiar with AAC apps. I liked the resources that the presenter recommended." S.F. (Dec. 2022)
"Well organized and easy to follow course." C.P. (Nov. 2022)
"The research and modeling video was extremely helpful." K.D. (Oct. 2022)
"Liked the resources for free software downloads for SLPs. And I liked the video examples of sessions." A.H. (Oct. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." S.B. (Aug. 2022)
"The videos of modeling AAC within a treatment session were good." C.M. (June 2022)
"I liked the resources covered, and the video of an actual therapy session." K.H. (May 2022)
"Great resources and info on modeling." E.C. (May 2022)
"The presenter was great – easy to follow." S.W. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the modeling for the parent/facilitator." L.T. (Mar. 2022)
"Video of the actual session was very helpful. I liked learning the necessary criteria for effective AAC treatment via telepractice (having a partner on the other side, having the same system, 2nd camera, etc)." J.M. (Feb. 2022)
"Great resources provided, good video examples." T.A. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the information regarding lesson planning with family (or staff in school as is my case), importance of modeling and facilitator." K.W. (Jan. 2022)
"Breadth of information of what is available for tx use." C.E. (Jan. 2022)
"The course was easy to follow, and going over AAC was most helpful." S.K. (Dec. 2021)
"Practical resources and clip of therapy session. How to involve parent/facilitator during therapy session." M.A. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the resources: How to acquire high-tech equipment without having to break the bank." I.K. (Nov. 2021)
"Being reminded of the different companies that offer ACC and to what extent, i.e. loaning devices, getting downloads, etc. I liked the references to studies and their outcomes. There were quite a few mentioned." A.M. (Oct. 2021)
“I appreciated that it is okay to use different strategies within a telepractice session (e.g., parent coaching, modeling, direct interaction, etc.). I loved the video! I benefited from seeing a school-based assignment that included so many aspects of speech-language pathology (sight words/phonemic awareness, reading comprehension, AAC, imitation, following directions, etc).” G.D. (Oct. 2021)
"I loved the example therapy session – it put all the parts together! This course was easy and simple, and I took away great info right away. It wasn't overwhelming like so many other courses are!" A.B. (Sept. 2021)
"The section on parent coaching hierarchy was most beneficial. I liked everything; it was a fantastic course!" S.C. (Sept. 2021)
"Great course for SLPs who are new to the profession and AAC." S.M. (Aug. 2021)
"I found the part on how to work equally with facilitators to plan sessions beneficial. I like the flow of the course. It made it easy to keep up and retain information." J.R. (Aug. 2021)
"The use of core words and video display of session was beneficial. I enjoyed the video model of using AAC in telepractice." P.L. (Jul. 2021)
"I am learning how to use AAC devices in my sessions, and the entire presentation was beneficial. The videos of the SLP modeling and resources presented were good." N.D. (Jun. 2021)
"I liked the videos and tech assistance tools." M.M. (May 2021)
"The whole course was extremely helpful." R.L. (May 2021)
“I found demonstrating the use of AAC in telepractice to be helpful. I liked the videos illustrating implementation. The demonstration with the young student shows how things do not always go perfectly and how you must go with the flow.” D.W. (Feb. 2021)
“I gained the core knowledge of guiding and coaching the parents through the use of AAC in Telepractice by modeling how to use devices. I liked that the speaker demonstrated how they utilized modeling of AAC in therapy.” S.D. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Kellyn Dailey Hall, PhD, CCC-SLP
Diversity in healthcare goes far beyond a language barrier. It’s about understanding the larger context of culture and diversity. This course will help you understand the impact of dysphagia on culturally/linguistically diverse populations and navigate ethical conflicts to provide culturally responsive care. Specific strategies, case examples, and resources will be presented.... more+
"Using professional interpretation even when family members are willing was a beneficial discussion. I liked the real case studies." E.K. (Aug. 2024)
"The power dimension was a helpful topic. I liked the discussion regarding working with an interpreter." L.S. (Jul. 2024)
"I enjoyed the case study involving Deloris. It's a great reminder not to assume anything. Great statement to use when a pt acknowledges understanding yet chooses not to follow given recommendations- making an informed decision. I liked the ease with which presenter conveyed the information. This course was enjoyable to listen to and follow along with." A.L. (Jun. 2024)
"I found the cultural assessment handout to be helpful. The course delves comprehensively into various aspects that a culturally competent clinician should be aware of." T.I. (Jun. 2024)
"It was beneficial to learn that certain aspects of a culture's food rules, like temperature, may affect the way you manage dysphagia. I enjoyed the stories regarding the speaker's personal experience in these areas." L.R. (Jun. 2024)
"The patient family hierarchy was a beneficial topic." D.W. (Jun. 2024)
"Learning about other cultures’ approaches to healthcare decision-making was helpful. I liked the accessibility." L.S. (Apr. 2024)
"Food rules and strategies for cultural responsiveness were beneficial to discuss. I liked all of the examples with various cultures, so much we still need to learn." K.K. (Apr. 2024)
"The topic that I found most beneficial is Cultural Humility. I liked the course as it is self-paced." L.A. (Mar. 2024)
"Reducing the appearance of a clipboard during sessions with CLD clients to reduce a power dynamic was beneficial. I liked the case study and real-life examples from the lecturer's experience." M.R. (Mar. 2024)
"This course really opened my eyes. Learning cultural humility and understanding my own tendency to impose my beliefs/values on CLD patient. I've gained a better understanding of CLD patients that I dismissed as non-compliant." C.V. (Mar. 2024)
"The most beneficial topic for my daily practice was cultural humility. Course was comprehensive regarding cultural competence and providing culturally responsive care in relation to dysphagia management." L.A. (Feb. 2024)
"Including the patient's preferences and beliefs in your session; Self-reflecting after the session." K.H. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked the real-world examples and clinician-made surveys. This course gave me a good perspective of where I am in understanding and respecting others' cultures." A.P. (Feb. 2024)
"Very clinically applicable. I liked the concept of cultural humility." D.P. (Feb. 2024)
"The assessment and understanding of cultural differences was beneficial. I enjoyed the food rules." M.S. (Jan. 2024)
"I really enjoyed the presenter's style and sense of humor! Integration of culture and dysphagia treatment. Very good breakdown of levels of cultural competence, including charts and examples." T.M. (Jan. 2024)
"Learning different ways culture can impact dysphagia therapy (who, what, etc). I liked the real-life examples." E.F. (Jan. 2024)
"Interesting course and how it related to dysphagia. Learning about cultural humility raised many interesting points." L.M. (Jan. 2024)
"This course was very comprehensive. I appreciated the presentation of the "Food Rules" when assessing the patient's relationship with food and the patient's comprehension of the swallowing disorder. I appreciated the introduction of the concepts "Low power distribution" and "High power distribution" in understanding the patient's value system with regard to the medical care plan." A.B. (Dec. 2023)
"I appreciated how well-organized and comprehensive this course was. I also appreciated the wealth of resources that are provided for further education." A.B. (Dec. 2023)
"I appreciated the resources provided, specifically the cultural assessment. Liked the incorporation of videos and the style of the presentation." C.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The clinical humility discussion was beneficial. I enjoyed the conversational style, and the experienced clinician sharing her vulnerability." K.P. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing concepts of cultural pre-competence, cultural humility, and cultural negotiation was beneficial. I liked the specific examples of food traditions and attitudes from different cultures and of adjustments to interactions and treatment plans with patients." L.M. (Dec. 2023)
"It was beneficial pointing out specific areas of culture that might affect dysphagia management, such as the temperature of food. I liked the content and graphics used in the presentation." S.D. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the overview of ethical practices for dysphagia therapy. And interviewing from a cultural perspective." C.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Many items were brought up that I had not considered before. e.g., High Power vs Low Power cultures." M.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Power dimensions was a beneficial topic. I liked the course format." A.F. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing how to best shape my practices for each individual patient was beneficial." E.G. (Nov. 2023)
"Considering other culture's norms was beneficial. The course was easy to follow." S.J. (Nov. 2023)
"The questionnaire to gather information about cultural needs was very useful." P.R. (Nov. 2023)
"Very detailed and helpful course. I liked the information on interpreters." L.T. (Nov. 2023)
"The speaker was upbeat and interesting. Good examples/scenarios were provided. I always thought using family for interpretation was a good call. I learned that this is most likely the worst source for interpretation during a session." C.J. (Nov. 2023)
"It was helpful to discuss cultural dimensions, norms, and values. I liked that the presenter shared with us the websites where we can learn key phrases in different languages." O.T. (Nov. 2023)
"The discussion that cultural competency is an ongoing process was beneficial. I liked the resources provided, and it will be great to incorporate them into my own teaching to grad students. The visuals were engaging. I liked the activities as well." C.Q. (Nov. 2023)
"This presentation was engaging. I felt all the information provided during this course was relevant and beneficial to my practice." L.W. (Oct. 2023)
"It was beneficial when the speaker explained lower and high power distance culture and how high power distance culture expects the SLP to tell them what to do. This topic was very interesting. I liked how each topic flowed to the next one being covered." M.D. (Oct. 2023)
"The tests of our own cultural competency were beneficial." T.P. (Oct. 2023)
"This course had practical information and tips that can be easily implemented into my clinical practice. I liked the recommendation to research cultural information re: views on food, eating, etc, prior to evaluation of a patient who is CLD." D.J. (Oct. 2023)
"Everything was very helpful in providing insight in how to communicate with patients and family members in order to assess/design treatment plans more effectively within pt's comfort of their culture and beliefs. The examples provided helped me understand the differences and how I may do/say things when seeing patients and discussing things with family members." J.F. (Oct. 2023)
"The discussion on negotiating interventions with the patient with cultural humility was beneficial. I liked the specific examples given." J.Z. (Oct. 2023)
"Loved the way this course was presented, especially beginning with the client, revisiting, then winding it all down with her again. Bringing the content full circle." D.C. (Sep. 2023)
"So many things to consider. Understanding that the family is not always the best person to interpret." D.C. (Sep. 2023)
"Issues to keep in mind when working with a multicultural multi-linguistic population. I liked the clinical examples." L.D. (Sep. 2023)
"The cultural questionnaire and discussion of the cultural interview were helpful. I liked that there were case examples to illustrate the points the presenter was talking about, and I liked that there were practical materials that I can use as a practitioner." L.R. (Sep. 2023)
"Discussion on negotiating care with patient based on their culture and belief systems and respecting their choices was beneficial. I liked the ethical considerations and ASHA position statements regarding care." M.K. (Sep. 2023)
"Concise and to the point." J.J. (Sep. 2023)
"Understanding the concept of high power distance and low power distance. I liked the use of personal caseload situations, and the use of a rating scale in cultural negotiation was helpful." A.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the thoroughness of this course and with a fresh approach. The sample back and forth convo with patient/family/therapist was beneficial." J.W. (Jul. 2023)
"I found the information on interacting with an interpreter helpful. I liked learning the hierarchy of cultural competency and how it can impact a patient's treatment." M.D. (Jul. 2023)
"Every aspect was very helpful, and this course was presented very well." S.S. (Jul. 2023)
"This course gave me ideas of how to conduct patient interviews during intake in ways I had not thought of. I liked the examples provided of instances where learning had occurred." F.G. (Jun. 2023)
"The idea that even if the cultural difference is not very obvious, almost every client's cultural differences need to be taken into consideration. Very clear verbal explanations with a good progression of info." G.S. (Jun. 2023)
"I enjoyed learning about the power dynamics. I am always looking to further my knowledge and skill set to best assist my patients." K.K. (Jun. 2023)
"Culturally relevant. Informative course." M.W. (Jun. 2023)
"Reinforced the idea that we approach each patient as an individually realized cultural entity regardless of their cultural background." R.H. (Jun. 2023)
"Easy structure, clear explanation, excellent relevant examples. I liked the examples of how to approach clinical situations involving differing desired outcomes and value of dysphagia therapy." O.B. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the case examples." A.B. (May 2023)
"The cultural diversity information was beneficial." S.H. (Apr. 2023)
"The ethnographic interview was beneficial. I liked the application of theory through the patient example." K.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Straightforward course, very good and relevant content. Learning continued development of cultural competency was beneficial." A.K. (Mar. 2023)
"Using more than just an interpreter when working with culturally diverse patients." L.G. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the examples provided by presenter of her own experiences." J.R. (Mar. 2023)
"Food culture (the who/what/when/how), the cultural assessment handout, and how to ask questions were beneficial. I liked the personal examples, stories from patients, and the scenario examples." S.D. (Mar. 2023)
"Good information presented on the importance of family cultures affecting the patient's decisions related to the course of dysphagia treatment during their hospitalization. I liked the speaker's vocal presentation and the creativeness in her slide presentation." P.B. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the food rules. Good case study examples." J.W. (Feb. 2023)
"Greater attention to cultural differences in the area of eating." S.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Hearing the views of the family. Understanding the ethical challenges of this area of concern. Interesting manner of presenting the material." E.D. (Feb. 2023)
"Selecting diet for patients from different cultures. Everything was beneficial." J.B. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of food rules." A.W. (Jan. 2023)
"Very informative and directly relatable to my daily work." L.R. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning how to work with people of different cultures." M.M. (Jan. 2023)
"The assessment questions were beneficial. I liked the interactive portions even though independently done online." R.J. (Jan. 2023)
"Discussions of interplay between cultural values and the assessment and treatment processes was beneficial. I liked the examples of patients from different cultures." K.F. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked how the presenter used her own 'mistakes' as well as her own 'repairs' as a relatable teaching moment. I liked how the presenter discussed actual clinically relevant cases as a clinician; very relatable." M.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I really enjoyed all of the aspects of this course and think the content will be very beneficial to my daily practice as a hospital-based SLP. I will definitely use the cultural assessment handout and LiveMocha website frequently in my work!! I found the cultural competence continuum explanation to be very enlightening and informative. I also enjoyed learning about cultural humility and the importance of realizing that this is an ongoing practice that will never be truly "mastered". J.B. (Dec. 2022)
"I felt that all of the course work was presented in a helpful way and nicely segued into the discussion at the end about culturally responsive care. I thought the course was concise, but detailed and well-structured." J.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Examples of how to conduct/questions to ask in an evaluation/treatment to be more culturally competent in the patient's view of dysphagia were beneficial. I liked the specific examples given and the resources provided." M.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Tips on collaborating with interpreters and information on cultural differences were beneficial." C.S. (Dec. 2022)
"The concept of cultural humility was eye-opening - to understand that you can never know everything there is about a particular culture, there are always individual differences. I liked the speaker's ability to reflect on her experiences." S.D. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the instructor's research and knowledge and description of clinical examples." M.W. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the examples of the presenter's experiences." D.L. (Nov. 2022)
"Course was well organized. Understanding cultural humility was beneficial." P.D. (Nov. 2022)
"Clear discussion of factors that impact patient responses based on the cultural experience. I liked the resources included such as the website for translation of swallowing terminology specific to a certain country." B.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Kellyn is an excellent instructor. I liked her presentation style. She is easy to listen to." D.B. (Nov. 2022)
"This course was well presented. The knowledge of the instructor was exceptional. The handout and pace of the information provided a great learning experience. Learning better awareness of the many facets of interactions with patients with respect to their cultural, religious, and personal view of their health and acceptance of care." T.E. (Nov. 2022)
"The case examples were good. Considerations for utilizing interpreters in the medical setting." M.J. (Nov. 2022)
"This course increased my awareness of cultural diversity and its important role in how I provide care to pretty much all of my patients. I liked the speaker's use of examples and sharing with us ways that she felt she failed and succeeded in providing culturally diverse care." S.J. (Nov. 2022)
"The flexibility of the course was good." B.T. (Oct. 2022)
"The topic of cultural competence was beneficial for my practice." M.V. (Oct. 2022)
"The course was well-organized and relevant. The specific recommendations for improving my practice were beneficial." D.S. (Sept. 2022)
"Enjoyable to listen to the instructor." S.R. (Sept. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." J.O. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the whole course - how to look at cultural diversity, how to assess, what questions to ask." A.P. (July 2022)
"I liked the examples used such as incidental experiences with patients of other cultures." L.M. (July 2022)
"Really loved learning more about the cultural/ethical impact on my clients." C.P. (June 2022)
"Presenter's examples were great. I liked the interview techniques to gain better information with working with CLD patients." M.W. (June 2022)
"All of the presentation was beneficial. Course was easy to follow and very practical." Y.C. (June 2022)
"Learning cultural competence is important. I liked the practicality of the information presented." L.F. (June 2022)
"Great speaker on a very relevant topic, convenient. Liked the interviewing techniques to allow patients to share what is important to them." A.S. (May 2022)
"All of it was great! I really enjoyed the different perspectives presented. Well organized, easy to follow, and applicable to my tx." W.R. (May 2022)
"I liked Dr. Hall's honesty and willingness to critique her performance to help us learn. I liked the suggestions for maximizing interpreter services by meeting before and after the patient interview." M.B. (Apr. 2022)
"The lower level of the power dynamic gave a good outlook in the importance of involving the patient and family in their dysphagia care. It was very relatable and intriguing in topic and examples." K.R. (Apr. 2022)
"The 4 levels of cultural competence were helpful. I liked the examples and resources discussed." P.F. (Apr. 2022)
"It provided me with a new perspective regarding CLD and helped me reflect on my own biases. I liked the examples of patient interactions and how to improve them." J.V. (Mar. 2022)
"Learning about the religious and cultural factors of dysphagia and appropriate conduct when working with interpreters was helpful." J.B. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the ease of technology throughout course." K.C. (Feb. 2022)
"Everything was helpful and beneficial. I liked the case studies and presenter's style." L.C. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the cultural assessment handout." J.K. (Jan. 2022)
"Nice graphics, visuals, and presenter is very knowledgeable with a good sense of humor." K.M. (Dec. 2021)
"Real life examples and the instructor's openness/willingness to share her journey." J.M. (Dec. 2021)
"The presenter spoke clearly and the slides supported the information. Exercises to examine our own biases were also enlightening." C.B. (Dec. 2021)
"The reminder that it is important to always keep other's point of view in mind based on their culture and experiences that differ from mine. The speaker was very easy to understand. Tone of voice was pleasant." N.R. (Oct. 2021)
"The specific examples of how to be culturally and linguistically sensitive to the patient and their family were beneficial. The slide presentation was presented in order with the presenter's dialogue. Information was presented in a logical order that made sense. Information was provided on where to get additional information in working with the CLD population." D.F. (Sept. 2021)
"Understanding cultural dynamics and their influence in Dysphagia treatment was beneficial. Discussion about individualism-collectivism and high and low power distance cultures and how this influences decision making was good." P.M. (Sept. 2021)
"The course covered more than just food choices." V.B. (Aug. 2021)
"The discussion on conducting a culturally sensitive assessment, and the examples of questions to ask will help my daily practice. I liked that the presenter gave personal examples of what went wrong and what to do differently. I also liked that she included some different values from other cultures with regard to dysphagia, family dynamics, etc." D.W. (Jul. 2021)
"Really thinking about how a culture might affect one's ability to understand swallowing and also poor intakes was great discussion. I love the use of clinical practice examples." J.J. (Jun. 2021)
"Speaker was engaging. Enjoyed examples from her practice." L.V. (May 2021)
“Great discussion of the complexity of dysphagia tx in general. Great emphasis on the right of the patient to decide to take or leave our suggestions/treatment. New clinicians need to be aware of the patient's ability to make decisions which may not agree with ours.” L.B. (Mar. 2021)
“Excellent cultural humility and practical techniques to incorporate it into our clinical practice.” M.S. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Jennifer Dahms, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
A hyper-responsive gag reflex with food intake can negatively impact the full feeding experience and requires specific techniques for a smooth progression with oral intake. This course will overview gag reflex descriptions, discuss research on hyper-responsive gag reflexes, and provide therapy techniques, including tools to desensitize the gag reflex.... more+
"How to introduce new changes in texture or foods was a helpful topic. I liked how quick and straightforward the course was." M.Y. (Aug. 2024)
"The feeding treatment was beneficial. I enjoyed the case studies." S.A. (Aug. 2024)
"Beneficial progression of how to slowly improve the gag hyper-responsiveness. All good information." B.P. (Jul. 2024)
"Signs of gag and hierarchy were beneficial to discuss. The course was short and concise." K.M. (Jul. 2024)
"Techniques for food introduction were helpful. I liked the case histories." S.D. (Jul. 2024)
"All of the information was beneficial, and I would like more courses like this one. I enjoyed the length of the course, and the information provided was so helpful." W.R. (Jun. 2024)
"Strategies I can use in my sessions, and the case studies were beneficial. Easy to access, affordable pricing, great information." A.T. (Jun. 2024)
"The moment where there was a notation of how to introduce appropriate foods. The presenter was easy to listen to and explained things well." J.T. (May. 2024)
"Ideas for reducing hyperresponsiveness without food were beneficial. The course was short and easy to absorb." K.G. (May. 2024)
"Definitely starting with toys/objects that are familiar to the child. The terms positive and negative tilt will be great terms to use with families to describe a child's movement toward or away from a stimuli. I liked that all the information was clearly presented and was thoroughly explained." K.H. (May. 2024)
"The discussion of specific therapeutic interventions and how to appropriately progress in a sequential, safe manner was beneficial. I enjoyed being able to take the course on demand on my own time." M.P. (May. 2024)
"General background information was helpful. Easy to follow, well organized." K.B. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing more on feeding was helpful. The course was short and informative." N.L. (Mar. 2024)
"It was helpful talking through slowing down when a child shows an adverse response to a food/object. The course confirmed that what I have been doing is on track for my patient." K.P. (Mar. 2024)
"The course was well structured and to the point." A.V. (Feb. 2024)
"The case studies were helpful, and the course was easy to follow." J.O. (Feb. 2024)
"The entire class was beneficial." K.P. (Jan. 2024)
"The hierarchy of exercises and where to start with therapy was beneficial. Good examples." E.B. (Jan. 2024)
"I really enjoyed how the presenter discussed where to start and how to gradually increase the stimulation to decrease the hyper-responsive gag reflex. I enjoyed the case studies." J.P. (Dec. 2023)
"Distinguishing hyper-responsive gag and hypersensitive (response), measuring this, and using it in my goal writing was beneficial. I liked the application of theory in case studies." K.K. (Dec. 2023)
"I work with young clients with hyperresponsive gag reflexes. All of this information will be beneficial, especially when explaining things to parents. The course was short but rich with learning content." A.R. (Nov. 2023)
"The entire topic is so important. I liked the case studies and strategies." C.S. (Nov. 2023)
"This course was easy to follow. It was helpful to discuss kids with hyper-responsive gag." M.C. (Nov. 2023)
"The therapeutic techniques were beneficial. I liked the case studies." A.I. (Nov. 2023)
"Clear, easy tips. I liked the case studies." N.W. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of the hierarchy of treatment approaches." A.M. (Oct. 2023)
"This course was brief, succinct, and covered a lot of material." M.M. (Aug. 2023)
"Hyperresponsiveness and trust of the therapist, caregiver, and activity were helpful topics. The case studies included examples of appropriate activities to target in session when hyperresponsiveness is observed." C.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the practicality of implementation, real-world theories, and steps that I can use immediately in therapy." K.W. (Aug. 2023)
"Learning positive and negative reactions to look for in seeing the receptiveness of a child to the activity as well as the different elements of speed, pressure, etc. that will help in progressing therapy." K.W. (Aug. 2023)
"Well organized and easy to follow course. I liked the techniques on how to normalize a hyper-responsive gag." E.V. (Jul. 2023)
"This course was a great length with a lot of useful information. It recognizes the physiological signs of intolerance." J.S. (Jul. 2023)
"The types of activities we can use for a hyper-responsive gag reflex were beneficial. The case studies helped me think about what steps I would take if working with these children." M.R. (Jul. 2023)
"Loved the specific examples of hyper gag reflex. Lots of examples." C.S. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the explanation of hypersensitivity vs normalizing." C.G. (Jul. 2023)
"Learning ways to approach slowly and indirectly to build trust were beneficial. This course was simple, easy to follow." J.D. (Jul. 2023)
"Really liked all the information. Great info. Great for new therapists to learn." R.V. (Jul. 2023)
"Oral Care as a tool for sensory normalization and the need to target the hyperresponsive gag reflex in order to advance the diet were beneficial topics. I also loved the focus on social interactions, as this can be so motivating to the child." D.L. (Jun. 2023)
"I appreciated the topic of hyper-responsiveness vs. hyper-sensitivity to support the collection of data and documentation. I appreciated the detailed information provided within each section and the course organization." B.K. (Jun. 2023)
"Different than other courses I have taken. Hypersensitivity vs. hyperresponsiveness was beneficial to discuss." E.E. (Jun. 2023)
"Assessment considerations to therapy considerations was a beneficial topic. Self-paced; good speed." R.M. (Jun. 2023)
"The presenter did a good job keeping the topic relevant. Discussing how hyper-responsive gags affect children socially as they develop was beneficial." A.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Love the case examples. Clear, concise information. Lots of examples." W.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Gaining a better understanding of the importance of discussing and considering social interactions with individuals struggling with hyper-responsive gag reflex. Understanding the causes of hyper-responsive gag reflex was very helpful." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Quick and informative. I liked how speaker covered sensory needs of the child." E.B. (Dec. 2022)
"I learned how to implement strategies and how it plays into sensory needs." M.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Material was presented in a way which was easily understood." L.R. (Nov. 2022)
"The presenter was clear and easy to understand." E.J. (Nov. 2022)
"Ease of access and self-directed." E.T. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the case studies. And progression of therapeutic interventions to normalize hyper-responsive gag reflex." S.A. (Oct. 2022)
"The case studies were helpful." L.G. (Sept. 2022)
"This course was organized well." C.Z. (Aug. 2022)
"I found the case histories to be beneficial." H.W. (July 2022)
"The presenter was very knowledgeable." M.M. (July 2022)
"I enjoyed the case studies." M.S. (June 2022)
"The discussion about working with a gag reflex in eating therapy was beneficial." P.H. (June 2022)
"The breakdown of steps to include during treatment was very helpful to my practice." S.M. (June 2022)
"I liked the applicability to my caseload." D.Z. (June 2022)
"Good examples and case study discussion. Learning the importance of working in small steps toward larger goals." H.L. (June 2022)
"Hyper-Responsiveness vs Hyper-Sensitivity. This was a very helpful discussion! Informative, concise, and included several case study questions! Very applicable to clinical practice." K.B. (Mar. 2022)
"Her explanation of hyper responsiveness versus hyper sensitivity was great! I will be using that from now on. Also her therapy ideas were awesome! Great information I hadn't heard before!" E.S. (July 2022)
"I liked the ease of accessing the course. Reinforced some of the sensory techniques I was familiar with." K.W. (Feb. 2022)
"The course was organized very well." R.R. (Dec. 2021)
“I liked the information on how to normalize a hyper-responsive gag reflex. The topic was interesting and relevant, and the presenter was confident, knowledgeable, and engaging.” A.C. (Dec. 2021)
"I appreciated her explanation of a gag response, specifically differentiating between normal vs. excessive as well as what terminology to use when describing a child's response to oral stimulation." D.F. (Dec. 2021)
"Learning to use tools to desensitize the gag reflex was beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the ideas on how to increase textures and new foods." L.M. (Oct. 2021)
"The way one can use familiar toys to aid in acceptance of oral motor tools was beneficial for my daily practice. I liked everything about the course. Very informative and easy to listen to and follow." A.V. (Oct. 2021)
"I didn't know much about a gag reflex at all or why some people gag more easily than others. The most interesting part that I learned was about the sense of taste and how bitter is sensed at the back of the tongue near the throat, and that poisons have a bitter taste. So it is as if we were innately made to safeguard against swallowing unsafe things like poison by reacting to the bitter taste and then gagging or spitting it out. So amazing! My daughters and husband seem to easily gag on certain food textures, but I don't have that problem, so I never really knew why. Now I have a better understanding of why they might have an aversion to certain foods/textures. Very interesting!" A.H. (Sept. 2021)
"This was a good introduction to why the hyperresponsiveness term is important." C.W. (Aug. 2021)
"This course was well organized and well presented. The therapy suggestions of where to start, how fast to proceed, what cues to look for that indicate the child is likely to shut down, and not to focus too much on increasing volume - all very helpful!" H.S. (Aug. 2021)
"I enjoyed the general review on the basics of feeding therapy and important terminology. I loved the case reviews." S.G. (Jul. 2021)
"I learned a lot from this course but particularly her lessons on what terminology to use such as "normalizing" a hyperactive gag and "hyper-responsive" as opposed to "hypersensitive." I will be sure to incorporate these into my daily practices." J.V. (Jul. 2021)
"Taking it slow. Depending on the child you could start with tactile touch on skin or with making small changes in texture are beneficial for my practice." C.S. (Jul. 2021)
“This course provided a systematic approach to determining where to start treatment.” T.B. (Mar. 2021)
“I enjoyed the discussion on how to introduce a variety of textures without sending a patient backward.” H.S. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Patrick Rydell, Ed.D., CCC-SLP
More time spent coping. . . is less time spent learning. Both children with ASD and SLPs struggle at times with interactional breakdowns during speech therapy sessions. This course provides SLPs with therapy design considerations to help mitigate interactional breakdowns so speech therapy can be more productive from the start. ... more+
"The presenter was able to discuss strategies that could be implemented today in therapy sessions. The presenter was very knowledgeable about the content." M.H. (Aug. 2024)
"The process of having the child start by following the model to becoming the model in an activity was beneficial. I liked the practical examples and suggestions recommended in this course." H.W. (Aug. 2024)
"The presenter really focuses on the actual challenges that happen often in therapy. Very practical and neurodiverse affirming. Very clear." M.F. (Aug. 2024)
"I found the course helped to increase my cognitive flexibility about how I design sessions and build in variability and flexibility, distal learning for kids with ASD. It was organized in a manner that was easily absorbed and built on skills related to the LSP." B.D. (Aug. 2024)
"I felt the material was informative." F.G. (Jun. 2024)
"I think the most helpful thing that I learned was slightly changing different aspects of therapy (time, place, etc.) so the child doesn't get so stuck on a specific routine. This really gave me a different perspective on how to structure therapy for children with autism." C.B. (Jun. 2024)
"I appreciate the preparation of a game plan from the SLP to foresee what some potential conflicts might be for children with ASD. It is especially helpful to be reminded of the reduction of speech bombardment and providing visual information, peer modeling, and time to alert the child as a way of aiding the child in understanding transitions. I appreciate the understanding that we are helping the child with reducing their anxiety in how we teach considering questions that will reduce what is unknown to the child." S.B. (May. 2024)
"Strategies used for ASD were beneficial. I liked the different techniques that can be useful for therapy." J.G. (Apr. 2024)
"How to design a therapy session given the 10 LSP areas was helpful. The structure was easy to follow and very applicable." P.Z. (Apr. 2024)
"Designing sessions was beneficial to discuss." S.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Relevant presentation of information in an easy-to-follow format. The discussion concerning various design strategies was helpful." E.N. (Dec. 2023)
"Material presented was very functional. The suggestion on echolalia was very useful to me." H.K. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the link between problem-solution. Good examples to clarify the strategies." R.M. (Nov. 2023)
"The suggestions for interaction using Coach Rotations and peers as mentors/wingmen were helpful. I liked that this course talked about learning style challenges that we have experienced and gives great direction on how to address these challenges." C.L. (Oct. 2023)
"I appreciated the initial concept of interacting with object-oriented children and starting with modeling the activity before giving the child objects to interact with." N.B. (Apr. 2023)
"Information about the LSP was beneficial. I liked that the presenter had himself on the video. It is much easier to listen to an online class when you can see the instructor." J.E. (Apr. 2023)
"The entire course was full of useful information." M.K. (Feb. 2023)
"The concepts of shared control design were very helpful. As a clinical fellow, I have not heard of this method, and I think it would be useful to integrate into my practice. I like the self-paced, complexity of the material and the "food for thought" questions provided afterward." M.R. (Jan. 2023)
"The speaker is very knowledgeable! Excellent class!" A.G. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the notion of relinquishing control and sharing. The information on how to better use peers in the therapy setting was beneficial." J.R. (Nov. 2022)
"I learned how to arrange the room - making it less cluttered and more structured for the session." B.H. (Sept. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." E.R. (Aug. 2022)
"The pointers/ideas for designing therapy such as have peers be wingman and using mentors/peers nonverbally is good." T.E. (July 2022)
"I liked that the course explained specific challenges of students with ASD, and then gave useful ways to implement therapy to avoid behaviors before they even start. The information in this course was very useful and directly relates to my students. I look forward to using the suggested design considerations when working with my students with ASD." M.M. (June 2022)
"Good use of examples. Learning the importance of having a game plan to build into the therapy session to avoid pitfalls." J.T. (June 2022)
"The examples of how to design therapy based on certain ASD challenges was very beneficial to me. I am currently a preschool special education teacher, so I look forward to using some of these examples of design with my students who I know present these challenges, including using peer models, the pivot-grammar approach, staying away from scripted/verbal repetition, and avoiding presenting objects to an object-oriented child at the start of therapy or teaching." M.M. (June 2022)
"Dr. Rydell gives such an organized talk. He gives great examples for the therapy setting. It is well thought out and organized so we can all follow the format and understand where he's going." K.S. (May 2022)
"I liked the therapy applications – easy to understand and broke down important aspects of treatment." L.F. (May 2022)
"I liked the availability of the slides and the information presented in both formats was good." L.N. (Apr. 2022)
"I found the information about transitions and "coach rotation" to be the most beneficial for my daily practice. I liked how the online course was easy to follow along in the sense that each section was similar formatting and many examples were provided." S.S. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the generative language for gestalt learners – the overall organization of the course." J.T. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the 5 questions or TEACCH approach, and the strategies that would be helpful for each specific behavior." E.D. (Apr. 2022)
"Gained specific strategies on how to target challenges associated with ASD – assisting children with transitions." S.H. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked how down-to-earth and practical the presenter was with his examples. Course content was applicable to my therapy situations." C.F. (Feb. 2022)
"Useful ideas to use in my therapy". T.J. (Feb. 2022)
"I thought the Shared Control piece was especially helpful, and overall, all aspects of Dr. Rydell's presentation were very beneficial to my therapy design. Dr. Rydell was quite easy to follow. His course was very organized." L.K. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the concept of peer modeling and its benefit to eliciting behavioral participation. The design recommendations and how they could apply to specific behaviors was helpful." C.E. (Jan. 2022)
“The presenter was very thorough with his explanations of the challenging behaviors encountered and the designs that may be used to reduce these behaviors when planning for therapy sessions.” H.T. (Dec. 2021)
“I found the use of visual and peer models vs. over talking through a situation to be something to consider to decrease demands on the already overloaded child. I like the situations presented and the suggestions made.” H.S. (Dec. 2021)
"Different ways of thinking about working with kiddos who have ASD - definitely going to try some of these strategies!" B.G. (Dec. 2021)
"All of the information shared will be beneficial to my daily practice with students with ASD. Very practical and realistic." A.S. (Dec. 2021)
"To the point....good practical suggestions." K.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the strategies to facilitate easier transitions, and the systematic presentation for each ASD Learning Style component." A.B. (Dec. 2021)
"All of the information shared will be beneficial to my daily practice with students on the ASD." A.S. (Dec. 2021)
"Patrick Rydell is so well organized and logical. It makes learning easy and lasting." G.E. (Nov. 2021)
"I thought this course was nicely placed." J.W. (Nov. 2021)
"Use of peers early on as part of therapy and having student experience story/activity prior to therapy session to help build confidence in therapy. All the suggestions recommended to help design successful therapy sessions were very good." J.T. (Oct. 2021)
"The course was very logical and interesting new ideas for therapy. I liked that the speaker was confident and straightforward instruction." K.F. (Oct. 2021)
"The breakdown of the 10 questions and design practices for each was very useful." L.H. (Oct. 2021)
"The five question of structure for the therapy design and the information regarding transitions were very helpful. The course was very well organized and easy to understand because of practical examples." K.C. (Jul. 2021)
"I liked the entire presentation and thought it was excellent." R.L. (May 2021)
“I found the use of the 5 questions in planning a session and providing clear expectations for a child in a session to be helpful.” M.W. (Feb. 2021)
“I found the LSP principles and just how to consider more of the flow of my session and how the certain transitions or structure of activities themselves might impact individual children to be very beneficial. Also, that it causes us as clinicians to really consider not only what we are teaching our children but how and how the structure of each session and even transitions might need to vary greatly between children.” C.M. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Patrick Rydell, Ed.D., CCC-SLP
For many children with ASD, social and communication interaction styles can be characterized as mechanical, scripted, and robotic. This course provides SLPs with practical steps and strategies to move children with autism from unconventional, mechanical and inflexible verbal exchanges to conventional uses of language that is typical of friends, peers and classmates. In this course, Dr. Rydell will describe how ... more+
"Not using the same activity in the same way more than two times in a row was a beneficial topic. I liked that the format allowed me to take the test at my own pace." C.O. (Aug. 2024)
"Prompting levels were helpful to discuss. I liked the course organization." K.H. (May 2024)
"It was beneficial learning how to build in systematic flexibility about one variable at a time as to prevent a child with autism from becoming routinized and scripted. I do appreciate the explanation of how this format of JAR is presented." S.B. (May 2024)
"Verbal mapping, JARS, and visual organization were all beneficial. The course was short and organized." S.D. (May 2024)
"The most beneficial for my daily practice was controlled variation, best practice for JARs, and the importance of visual organization. What I liked best about this course was the overall organization and comprehensive material." L.A. (Feb. 2024)
"The entire course was helpful. I enjoyed the presentation." R.S. (Feb. 2024)
"Beneficial use of visual guidelines. I liked discussing the goals." S.A. (Jan. 2024)
"Relevant information and strategies presented in an easy-to-learn and follow format." E.N. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the sequential discussion of the therapy process. The use of peers, rotating who is the lead person and varying the activities, one component at a time, was helpful." D.R. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning how to implement JARs was beneficial. I liked the detailed slides." L.G. (Oct. 2023)
"Great course all around. Very well shared and makes sense." R.R. (Oct. 2023)
"I enjoyed learning about how useful peers can be using the JARs strategy. I will use the concept of structured flexibility during conversation practice." K.O. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the ideas imparted which enable a student to organize their thoughts, and lead to the same organization in speech, through peer participation. The suggestions to impart each step were beneficial." T.D. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the speaker, and learning how to best teach communication skills with peers for my students with Autism." A.E. (May 2023)
"The hard and controlled variables were beneficial. I liked the specific examples and goals." K.W. (Apr. 2023)
"The information was clear, well organized, and usable. Learning differences between prompting, modeling, and verbal mapping and how verbal mapping is the best way to support true language." E.R. (Apr. 2023)
"The ease of info presented was good. Varying activities to prevent rigidity." P.F. (Mar. 2023)
"The entire topic will be beneficial for my daily practice. The presenter was very knowledgeable about incorporating joint action routines in order to assist children with autism in overcoming communication challenges." M.H. (Feb. 2023)
"Very clear guidelines! Fantastic material. Loved the pieces about systematically changing JARS; using peers to support social interaction; and sharing the role of the coach." H.W. (Feb. 2023)
"The idea of shared control and allowing for controlled variation in the session. I liked the simplicity of course format." M.R. (Jan. 2023)
"Helping autistic children communicate in a group was beneficial. I liked the detailed information to facilitate communication." S.E. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the visual organization topic." R.R. (Dec. 2022)
"Presenter was very easy to follow and slides were well organized. The information about verbal mapping was very helpful." A.Y. (Dec. 2022)
"I have been trying to learn ways to benefit my ASD students in their communication. This course was well presented, organized." A.W. (Nov. 2022)
"The visual organizer to reduce confusion and anxiety, and the varying of JAR to prompt a tolerance for flexibility is beneficial. Course was clear cut and well presented." L.N. (July 2022)
"This course has provided me with a new perspective on running small groups with individuals with ASD." M.H. (July 2022)
"The course was clearly presented. I liked the concept of what we say is what and how we think." B.S. (June 2022)
"Unique perspective. Controlled variation was an interesting concept as was directing children with ASD to look to their peers for clues." H.S. (June 2022)
"I appreciated his breakdown of how we would move from start to finish with a student beginning with adult coaching to guiding peer mentors to conversational skills with our students diagnosed with ASD." K.S. (June 2022)
"The course was very clearly laid out. The speaker used a comfortable pace and made good use of visuals in his Powerpoint presentation to support what he spoke about." K.S. (June 2022)
"Learning the importance of peers. I liked the examples that were provided." F.R. (May 2022)
"I liked the way to vary a JAR to encourage flexibility, and the emphasis on using peers to teach these skills." A.R. (May 2022)
"I liked the goals included at the end – the emphasis on peers." K.S. (Apr. 2022)
"All of the helpful tips for running a group session and which strategies we should no longer use when working with students who have Autism. The thoroughness of the topic discussed." L.K. (Mar. 2022)
"I enjoyed learning about the 10 ASD learning style components that focus on moving children with ASD with learning style strengths in order to build independent capacities in social development. I liked the handout in order to review it later on in the year." C.B. (Mar. 2022)
"Using variation to increase flexibility and several ideas on how to do group sessions." J.C. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked all of it - the flow and inter-relatedness of the information." J.R. (Jan. 2022)
"It is something I can use right away." J.W. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the technique of verbal mapping and the difference between verbal mapping, prompting, and modeling and the clear and concise way in which the information is provided." A.P. (Nov. 2021)
"A highly organized presentation by Dr. Rydell!!! I really enjoyed the fact he repeated and rephrased the important information two and three times over the course of the presentation." I.K. (Oct. 2021)
"Coaching strategies and training paraprofessionals/aids to use visual, nonverbal cues instead of always directing children with ASD verbally. This is a very important component for all of us." C.B. (Oct. 2021)
"This was a helpful discussion of how to use peers in the intervention process along with establishing variation in joint action routines. The course was very organized and had good examples." A.S. (Oct. 2021)
"Easy to follow, good layout, organization. Topic very relevant. Test questions were straightforward and based firmly in the content of the presentation." B.H. (Aug. 2021)
"The use of non-verbal/demonstration preceding verbal modeling; review of stop-wait [OWLING]; goals were beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the systematic presentation." T.W. (Jul. 2021)
“The speaker had extensive knowledge and experience regarding ASD. And used clear concise examples.” L.P. (Feb. 2021)
“I liked using peers to help with social interactions. Good ideas for varying an activity to work on flexibility.” P.D. (Jan. 2021)
“I appreciated how to construct a joint action routine to maximize its benefit for the child. Dr. Rydell is very organized, and I loved how he summed up his course with the "Takeaway" list.” C.F. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Patrick Rydell, Ed.D., CCC-SLP
This course provides SLPs with step-by-step strategies to design and implement Joint Action Routines (JARs) as a preferred tool to facilitate verbal communication in children with autism. JARs are best practice, naturalistic, social-communicative routines that occur among adult or peer partners and the child with autism and that provide rich contexts for language learning, generative language and social use of language.... more+
"Peer Modeling was beneficial. Loved the explanation by speaker on powerpoint slides." L.H. (Aug. 2024)
"Using peers to develop social communication during routines was a beneficial topic. The course was easy to follow." J.W. (Aug. 2024)
"Incorporating peers in JARs from the beginning was beneficial to discuss. The course was very thorough and well-organized." M.J. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked how the presenter suggested including peers in the joint action routines right from the beginning. This helps with generalization. Also, I liked how he teaches children with autism to look up, look around, you have value. I'm glad he included an example of a joint action routine." A.C. (Jul. 2024)
"Great ideas for how to model and have peers model social language and turn-taking. I liked that this course pertains to my daily work." M.R. (Jun. 2024)
"The examples were beneficial and the course was very clear." L.G. (Jun. 2024)
"Building in coached, structured, yet free-flowing play. Great uses of examples in a real, planned play routine." S.K. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussing the flexibility of who takes the lead and orienting a child with autism to learn variation from the variety of language to create flexibility as well as learning from peers as a source of how to engage in conversation. I liked that the interactions are contingent upon one another and being aware of what is going on around them. Clear teaching and order of how to build JARs." S.B. (May. 2024)
"Beneficial discussion on autism. I liked the practical examples." R.I. (May. 2024)
"Discussing how to maximize JARs was helpful. Great examples." A.S. (Apr. 2024)
"I like the review of JARS. Information is organized and makes sense." S.S. (Mar. 2024)
"Specific topics that were most beneficial were Joint Attention Routines, Coach Rotation, and Peers Model Words, Phrases, and Social Use of Language. What I like best and appreciate the most about this course are the strategies provided and Dr. Rydell's presentation style." L.A. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing JARs was beneficial. The content was explained very thoroughly." C.C. (Feb. 2024)
"The use of peer mentors was helpful. I enjoyed the part of having the child with ASD think so that he/she can lay down and practice speech/social pathways." S.A. (Jan. 2024)
"All of the course was beneficial. I enjoyed everything. It was such good information." S.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Organized and clear presentation. Strategies to facilitate functional communication in more functional social interactions as well as provide the basis for future verbal communication development." J.H. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the ease of adaptability of JARs into therapy sessions. The specific examples of target vocabulary in 2-word utterances with the use of JARs were beneficial." J.D. (Dec. 2023)
"The description of joint action routines was helpful." K.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Simple example of how to implement. I enjoyed the use of several semantic components vs one. Good reminder re: pivot grammar." D.A. (Nov. 2023)
"The entire topic was beneficial. I enjoyed the content and presentation." R.S. (Nov. 2023)
"The concept of completely relying on a non-verbal peer model during the initial presentation of a joint action routine is interesting. Also, I am interested in attempting to change roles and allow the target child to take the lead in the activity. I liked that the instructor provided a specific example." A.L. (Nov. 2023)
"This course was full of information. I liked the coach rotation information and implementing peers." L.G. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the review of how to best incorporate joint action routines and the use of peers to help in the process." S.S. (Oct. 2023)
"The use of peers in order to generalize language and social skills was helpful. This is a different approach, specifically structuring variations and choices within the activity to expand language." D.R. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning how to contrive turn-taking opportunities with peers where the coach trades off. I really appreciated the example provided with the crashing/splashing cars and trucks." L.S. (Oct. 2023)
"The goal of teaching language and how to achieve it using JARs was beneficial. This information was very helpful to me, as I work in a private clinic where more than half my patients have ASD, ADHD, or social anxiety." V.H. (Oct. 2023)
"Very clear presentation. I liked using peers as mentors." T.R. (Oct. 2023)
"JARS are an excellent way to teach children with autism how to improve their social language abilities. I liked the specific examples, truck/ramp routine." M.P. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked learning about JAR. I've used this system for years with students with ASD and it's nice to have a label to put with the practice." S.E. (Aug. 2023)
"Learning how to use peers effectively. The presenter was very knowledgeable and gave great analogies to help me understand." R.R. (Jul. 2023)
"Pivot Grammar in JARs was a beneficial topic. I liked the multiple explanations of materials to help with long-term knowledge." T.E. (Jun. 2023)
"Concept of peer mentoring in a naturalistic, child-led role was beneficial. I liked Dr. Rydell's presentation style." M.A. (May. 2023)
"This approach adjusts to the specific needs of the child with autism. Provides tools for SLPs working with ABA team." R.M. (Apr. 2023)
"Language mapping was beneficial. I liked the characteristics of good joint action routines." L.R. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the coach rotation, creating joint attention routines, using pivot grammar. Themes are based on the child’s intrinsic motivation and interest. Actions are sequenced into logical plan of action. Multiple opportunities for learning and practicing." M.M. (Apr. 2023)
"Going into detail to define JAR was beneficial. I liked the goals presented and course clearly laid out things to think about when implementing JARS." K.W. (Apr. 2023)
"The presenter provided examples of how to incorporate joint action routines into activities. The presenter was very knowledgeable about the components of joint action routines and how to incorporate those components into an activity." M.H. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning how JARs could be used to facilitate communication with children with ASD. As a behavior clinician, I see my role as so vital in a child's learning. The speaker explained in depth, and his use of scenarios was amazing." A.O. (Jan. 2023)
"The information on JARs will be very helpful for the classroom-based setting I work in. The speaker was clear and easy to follow. The information was also easy to follow and take notes." S.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Easy to follow and practical application tips. Information on expanding and developing language and relationships with peers was beneficial." S.E. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the use of JARs and the value of play with peers. And the theoretical base which is "sound" (grounded) and from highly respected researchers." S.E. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the idea of starting with non-verbal play routines. I feel sometimes as SLPs we constantly control the situations and we use too much language. I liked the suggestions of the non-verbal JARs, and also using the five semantic categories as a means of establishing and expanding on social routines." M.L. (Dec. 2022)
"Using actions with peer involvement for student's language development was beneficial. I liked that course emphasized peer involvement in therapy." L.W. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked how presenter outlined what to do and how to include peers. Also how to begin with a non-verbal activity and build language on top of it." J.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I will glean ways in which to teach and interact with joint action routines in a more specific way demonstrated in this course." K.K. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the peers model and helping children notice/learn from their peers. I also liked the concrete examples." C.W. (Dec. 2022)
"The concept of JAR and the benefits for life-long learning were helpful. I liked the idea of teaching children with autism how to find value in learning from their peers." K.J. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked that course was delivered in a simple and precise format." S.B. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked that the notes were available to print and the presenter was easy to understand." V.G. (Dec. 2022)
"We are beginning to implement Jars in our school so the entire presentation was informative. What was particularly interesting was the use of peer mentors and the rational behind that. Very practical to daily practice." J.M. (Nov. 2022)
"In our ETS program we facilitate several joint action routines in which we target expressive, receptive language, imitation, play and social skills. The examples provided here were helpful for this." R.K. (Nov. 2022)
"I enjoyed all aspects of this course. Dr. Rydell is an amazing presenter. I found the discussion surrounding the verbal and non-verbal Jars valuable. The use of non-verbal JARs will help me to lay the foundation for language development with my newer learners in our class." G.B. (Nov. 2022)
"The JARs example was a great way to explain how this can be implemented with students. I genuinely liked the entirety of the course and all of the information provided. I liked that he went into detail about the steps needed to facilitate the JAR approach and other approaches used to increase understanding, engagement and carryover." C.P. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the depth and examples - the breakdown of what is part of an effective JARS routine." C.J. (Nov. 2022)
"Clear presentation." A.W. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the organization of material and direct instruction of implementation." S.F. (Oct. 2022)
"The basic idea that you establish the non-verbal JAR and overlay the verbal component was great! The course was well organized." B.D. (Sept. 2022)
"The discussion of using semantic comparisons to build vocabulary and generative language was helpful." A.G. (Aug. 2022)
"I enjoyed the practical ways to bring peers into JARs. This course was engaging and informative." D.A. (Aug. 2022)
"I enjoyed the discussion about the benefits of peer modeling vs adult modeling in language/social learning. This course was easy to understand and was very interesting with many good concepts that are easy to apply to daily therapy sessions." R.P. (June 2022)
"Clear examples. I liked the examples of what to say and how to use the peer." C.W. (June 2022)
"I liked the tips on vocabulary to use during JARS. The course was easy to follow along." H.E. (June 2022)
"I especially appreciated the discussion point pertaining to JAR based vocabulary. The vital importance of expanding sematic category goals for children with ASD was emphasized. The course provided valuable insight and guidance towards the development of JARs." A.M. (May 2022)
"The course was practical." K.R. (May 2022)
"It was easy to understand and follow." A.B. (May 2022)
"Post pandemic, it has been difficult for speech providers to receive training in JARs. This course is worth taking to give insight into how to create, implement, and evaluate JARs. It went step-by-step over how to create an effective JAR." M.L. (May 2022)
"The break-down of peer involvement in Joint Action Routines was very informative and thorough. The overview and explanation of the foundation and implementation of Joint Action Routines in relation to the Learning Style Profile strategy was good." A.C. (May 2022)
"I enjoyed learning about the selection of vocabulary to implement when completing a verbal JAR series." K.D. (Feb. 2022)
"It was well-organized and easy to follow." K.K. (Feb. 2022)
"I appreciated how Dr. Rydell discussed everything from the Learning Style Profile to Peer Modeling of words, phrases, and the social use of language. I enjoyed the way he talked about going from basic nonverbal communication teaching to coaching, using peers, and/or the child with ASD so that the child can achieve an ability to socially interact with others." E.H. (Jan. 2022)
"The presenter was very clear and gave good examples. I liked the variation of different play schemes (and the corresponding language)." B.F. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the handouts, and examples of how to implement the LSP. Enjoyed the speaker's way of presenting information, easy to understand with clear objectives." J.S (Dec. 2021)
"The course was a nice review of joint play strategies. I liked the illustration of inclusion of peers." A.R (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the suggestion about giving choices, comparison, and options to build language." M.A (Dec. 2021)
"I find that I currently implement these strategies in daily practice, but this was a nice refresher." J.W. (Nov. 2021)
“I found the JAR examples and use of the Pivot Grammar Approach to be very interesting. I liked that he provided real-life examples, making it easy to relate to children on my caseload.” J.B. (Oct. 2021)
"Discussing the awareness of including peers immediately was most helpful. I liked the straightforward information." S.S. (Sept. 2021)
"Using peers as a source of information, and not just teaching nouns, but add in comparisons and actions." R.H. (Sept. 2021)
"The course was presented in a clear manner." B.H. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked the JARs outline, ideas, and suggestions. The interventions covered were most beneficial." M.B. (Aug. 2021)
"This course relates and expands on my experiences in therapy. It is easy to follow print outs directly related to presentation." J.S. (Jul. 2021)
"Including peers in JARs and the explanation of how to incorporate them were good. The presentation was very well organized with slides and specific steps and explanations." E.V. (Jul. 2021)
"The components and process of Joint Action Routines will benefit my daily practice. The verbal Mapping explanation and example of Joint Action Routine are good." S.L. (Jul. 2021)
"Use of peers, in my case since I do home intervention, I will use family members (siblings) more frequently." C.S. (Jul. 2021)
"Very explicit on how to use "verbal mapping" within the context of labels, generative language and social language and Very well organized and covered so that the development and implementation of JARs within the SLP's practice is met with complete success!" J.S. (Jun. 2021)
"Great example use with the cars." B.R. (Jun. 2021)
"The peer model with the practice will be beneficial for my daily practice. The presentation was easy to follow and understand." T.D. (Jun. 2021)
"Learning what a JAR is and how to use it is beneficial for my practice. The course is simple to understand and implement, and applies directly to therapy." M.L. (Jun. 2021)
"The specific topic I liked is the idea of using non-verbal joint routines and giving multiple control." M.K. (May 2021)
"I liked the simplicity of the concept presented." P.L. (May 2021)
“I liked going through the JARS routine and how to incorporate peer models in non-verbal and verbal capacities.” S.B. (Mar. 2021)
“I enjoyed the information on targeting peer play during teletherapy session.” M.G. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Patrick Rydell, Ed.D., CCC-SLP
This course provides specific goals and strategies for SLPs to use at school, home, or in therapy to help move children with autism from object-oriented to people-oriented learners. It is particularly relevant for children with autism who struggle with how to independently learn social skills from others without being directly taught or prompted by adults.... more+
"The topic around adults providing the toys rather than children choosing was beneficial. I liked the goal ideas for joint attention." K.B. (Aug. 2024)
"Energy is energy and whether it is talking, anxiousness, or big movements all of this can cause dysregulation! I enjoyed the presentation and pace of the material given, the examples provided and the value of the information about joint attention routine (JAR)." A.B. (Jun. 2024)
"The goals section was helpful. I enjoyed the overall discussion on au treatment." C.M. (Jun. 2024)
"All the information was beneficial. The course was practical and well presented." D.D. (Jun. 2024)
"Two of the most beneficial strategies for me were that "the adult sets the stage" and "model and demonstrate." I teach students with moderate to severe autism, and they indeed are so focused on how they want to play with specific toys. These strategies are going to be very helpful in guiding my students to be more people-oriented than object-oriented. I like how the instructor breaks down each strategy to make it easier to understand and implement within my classroom." M.L. (Jun. 2024)
"People orientation vs object orientation was beneficial to discuss. I enjoyed the suggestions." S.S. (May. 2024)
"Good reminder to always 'read the room' when entering, look up and around to gather social cues and information. The course was brief and well organized." S.D. (May. 2024)
"The need to take things slowly and not focus on a correct response is something that I sometimes struggle with. I liked the methodical way he explained the steps and what was expected as an outcome." C.S. (Feb. 2024)
"I appreciated the reminder to help the child focus on us / people, not on toys, their clothing... I liked this focus on us as mentors and guides and the source of new learning and interaction." N.L. (Dec. 2023)
"The clearly stated 10 steps were beneficial. Clear and concise information overall." S.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the step-by-step goals and strategies. Talking slow and slow like molasses not to elevate the situation and dysregulate the child was helpful." J.D. (Nov. 2023)
"All topics were beneficial. I enjoyed the entire course." R.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Well organized and clearly presented course. The importance of helping to provide effective support for a child to view others as social partners." J.H. (Nov. 2023)
"Information was relevant. I liked the specific goals and areas to focus on." A.O. (Sep. 2023)
"Specific, actionable suggestions." A.P. (Aug. 2023)
"Teaching parents to stay focused on what to do with their child was beneficial." S.A. (May 2023)
"I liked the suggested goals for starting with children at this level. Great suggestions and ideas on how to engage children in reciprocal engagement. Liked the practicality and honesty, and the validation in a lot of what I've felt was appropriate and more beneficial for children with ASD." C.I. (May 2023)
"The steps for focusing more on people were beneficial. And I liked the toy demonstrations." K.W. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the goals for object-oriented learners." L.R. (Mar. 2023)
"The suggested goals and strategies for moving from object to people-oriented goals were/are the most beneficial for daily practice. The strategies that were provided, such as clearing the room, presenting one toy at a time, etc., were what I liked best about this course." L.A. (Feb. 2023)
"The presenter provided strategies that I can implement tomorrow in my practice. He was very knowledgeable about the topic discussed." M.H. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the quote "this toy comes with me" and teaching the social priority. All of the examples for getting children to engage with people over toys were beneficial and I liked the idea of being a mentor vs. teacher." L.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Reminder to slow down and use a soft, low tone voice and to not feel the need to "entertain" the child. I liked the repetition of ideas and that the presenter offered ideas for goals regarding this stage of social communication." C.G. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the step-by-step format." M.H. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked clearing the room of toys and distracting items. And less talk to gain attention of autistic students." L.W. (Dec. 2022)
"Dr. Rydell is so easy to follow. He presents his information in such an organized fashion." L.K. (Dec. 2022)
"Quick, specific ideas to share with families and caregivers. Examples and explanations were great." K.F. (Dec. 2022)
"Being a source of information to the child - this changed my thinking about my approach and set-up to therapy sessions." M.E. (Nov. 2022)
"The slides were excellent and I appreciated the presentation with the speaker in the corner of the screen." M.S. (Oct. 2022)
"Setting goals to achieve precisely what needs to be achieved, and reviewing techniques in therapy i.e. setting, materials, etc was helpful." M.S. (Oct. 2022)
"The information on how too much talking and the tone of our voice can make the autistic person withdraw or become anxious was interesting. I liked how we should not give up but continue to Reset and Repeat our activity until we notice a change in the individual. I also liked the handout." R.F. (Oct. 2022)
"Practical suggestions. I liked everything - especially the emphasis on basic things like tone of voice and physical proximity of therapist and child." A.S. (Oct. 2022)
"I LOVE this! This is such a great way to build trust and rapport and COMMUNICATION." D.J. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the concept of clearing the room, and that I was able to see and hear the presenter." E.J. (Sept. 2022)
"The information was presented in a simple, easy format to follow." E.J. (Sept. 2022)
"Clear and specific strategies to help kids become more people oriented." A.G. (Aug. 2022)
"Course was easy to process and follow along with. I liked the basic principals of attention and methods to aid in increased directed and focused attention." A.R. (July 2022)
"I appreciated learning about the differentiation between the vital role of mentoring verses teaching skills especially during the early stages of intervention." A.M. (June 2022)
"I felt the biggest takeaway was that our models do not need to have a verbal component." R.H. (June 2022)
"Strategies are easy to use. I liked the use of slow and deliberate actions and speech." E.R. (June 2022)
"I liked the practical steps for the environment and manner to approach the student. I enjoyed the content and how the presenter paced the course as well as brought in real life examples." D.A. (May 2022)
"I liked the idea of not chasing, enticing children to come to you and view you as a source of information. Handouts will be great reminders of key points, especially when teaching assistants and parents." A.R. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the breakdown of object vs people oriented with examples – great explanations." D.P. (Apr. 2022)
"Valuable information specifically on helping children become more people-oriented." V.A. (Mar. 2022)
"I appreciated the clear strategies for implementing this approach. To have a concrete guide for how to go about this was helpful. And the emphasis on the importance of establishing joint attention, which is so critical for working with this population. I also appreciated that the presenter provided some ideas of goals that could be relevant to this process." M.H. (Mar. 2022)
"I was interested in hearing about the importance of low energy levels. The slides were helpful in following along." J.R. (Mar. 2022)
"I loved the step-by-step hierarchy of achieving this, most vital, goal for children with ASD." M.F. (Feb. 2022)
"I appreciated the simple break downs presented. Great slide information to support speaker's focus." A.K. (Feb. 2022)
"Clearing the room, simplifying and not talking. As an SLP, I've been preaching 'not talking' to colleagues for many years - it's nice to have back-up!" E.M. (Jan. 2022)
"I will be more conscious of clearing the space of additional toys and stimuli and prompting less. The instructor was pleasant to listen to and covered the points in the outlines and goals presented in the beginning of the session." K.M. (Dec. 2021)
"All of the topics presented in the course were beneficial for my daily practice." A.M. (Dec. 2021)
“Loved the overall review of how to approach this issue. The presenter's knowledge and the examples he offered were great. I liked his teaching style.” A.N. (Dec. 2021)
"I enjoyed the discussion on reducing distractions in the space and focusing on showing play first before letting the child take the object." S.W. (Nov. 2021)
"The entire discussion about the 10 strategies to increase a child's people oriented learning style was great! It was a clear discussion with well spelled out points and very geared to parents. I felt that it was very important to make this course parent friendly because it works and trains these strategies across settings, the home being the child's main setting for working on these strategies. This brings home and school closer together for generalization of this learning style." A.H. (Oct. 2021)
"Content presented in a well organized sequence, a lot of information presented at a non-hurried pace." R.T. (Aug. 2021)
"Establishing joint attention and using modeling and demonstration, can set a child up for life-long learning. I liked the direct style of instruction." K.M. (Aug. 2021)
"The idea that establishing social orientation and focus comes before requiring the student to give correct responses is helpful. The course was very organized." A.S. (Aug. 2021)
"Learning to slow down and consider that your energy level could be a factor in creating anxiety or withdrawal will be beneficial in my daily practice. The course presented clear principles to help change a child's focus." H.L. (Aug. 2021)
"The topic that is most beneficial for my daily practice is that you should use others to help with the social interaction as models and to make things as natural as possible." C.M. (July 2021)
"The reminders of how to 'control' environment for interaction was helpful for my daily practice. The importance of interaction/engagement foundation skills first was great!!" J.M. (July 2021)
"The hope that ASD kids will not always view others as an annoyance." M.H. (July 2021)
"The 10 strategies to follow when trying to establish people oriented vs object oriented interactions. The behavior styles of modeling, providing new information, modeling conventional actions with objects, of the adult being the "wingman" and source of useful information for the child to learn to seek them out will be beneficial for my practice. I liked the visuals that were printed out on the screen to follow as Dr. Rydell discussed." S.L. (July 2021)
"Goals and strategies for building strengths in social communication, with establishing a primary focus on people versus objects. The relevance of the topic, practicality, and presenter style is good." L.K. (May 2021)
“The entire program is very beneficial. It was presented in a wonderful way for implementation.” L.B. (Mar. 2021)
Presenter: Patrick Rydell, Ed.D., CCC-SLP
This course takes the empirical research on ASD peer-mediated interventions and provides practical, common-sense strategies for SLPs to help children with autism learn how to increase their social abilities with friends. These strategies also help children with autism to see peers as trusted mentors as their confidence builds to participate in unplanned social activities.... more+
"Look up and look around; using a "wingman"; varying routines were beneficial to discuss. I appreciated the handouts that I could follow along with during the course." L.C. (Jun. 2024)
"How to incorporate peers more into therapy was a helpful topic. Very specific examples." K.F. (May 2024)
"The most beneficial for daily practice was the topic of how to prepare children with ASD to make friends. The "formula" was great! This course provides strategies that I can readily use in my practice." L.A. (Feb. 2024)
"Excellent outline and presentation! The speaker was amazing!" K.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Clear process for implementation. Pat has a great common sense approach to this topic." S.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial explanations for the "why" of the approach. Good analogies and walkthroughs of content." L.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the intervention set-up and the explanation and importance of rotating coaches. Presenter spoke clearly and explained ideas well." A.M. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the treatment ideas - how to use JARs and charades during a session." J.P. (Aug. 2023)
"Understanding that our students with ASD aren't cueing in to their peers at all. The presenter spoke clearly and slowly with a lot of good information." K.A. (Aug. 2023)
"Learned things I can use tomorrow in my therapy sessions. I liked all of it." A.P. (Aug. 2023)
"The suggested goals were beneficial." K.W. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the topic of using peers and aides and the emphasis on switching roles and having children think for themselves. The slides were clear and instructive." P.H. (Mar. 2023)
"The presenter was able to provide background information, suggested goals, and intervention methods for the Learning Style Profile. I enjoyed this entire presentation by Dr. Rydell." M.H. (Jan. 2023)
"The speaker was engaging. I liked the outline and specific examples of the 3 Rotations." R.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Step-by-step directions. I liked the coach rotation and carryover to peers." M.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Dr. Rydell spoke clearly and explained everything very well. He kept my attention and it was very interesting. I liked the discussion of not always telling the children exactly what to do, but modeling and having them look for social cues." K.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Well presented, organized. I liked the introduction of peers for social growth." A.W. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the topic of the behavior of children with Autism in social settings." M.G. (Oct. 2022)
"The speaker was clear and easy to listen to. I liked the process to get more peer mentoring." K.L. (June 2022)
"The need to get away from the constant prompting & telling students exactly what to do, when to do it, & how to do it. I see this every day with untrained aides or aides who are just there to "get the daily job done" & "keep things running smoothly". I liked the sequenced presentation." K.L. (Feb. 2022)
"Very practical language and examples were used. The presenter was very down to earth and knowledgeable." M.T. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the advice to drop the prompting and let the student read the room and figure out what to do even if it takes some time (not to immediately jump in with a prompt). I liked the explanations of how to go through this process as well as the examples of goals." L.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the explanations of how to go through this process as well as the examples of goals." L.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the concept of a wingman and following the wingman for social cues. I also liked the emphasis on trust and confidence as crucial elements to independence. I found the course to be highly applicable content and an excellent framework for how to think about and approach social language intervention." K.S. (Dec. 2021)
"Teaching independence to the child – practical suggestions to use tomorrow." C.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I don't work with this population however my son has ASD and I feel I can apply it to our home life. I loved how the presenter broke down all the steps of how to take the child with ASD from focusing on objects to focusing on the environment and peers. Finding the wingman." (Nov. 2021)
“This course was organized, concise, and full of useful information.” C.F. (Nov. 2021)
"Very practical. Can use immediately in therapy. Enjoyed the speaker." A.H. (Oct. 2021)
"The suggestion to create a people-centered (as opposed to object-centered) classroom and how to do this will be helpful in guiding classroom teachers who are teaching social skills in the classroom." E.M. (Sept. 2021)
"The Joint Action routines could work with my non-verbal autistic population - that was most helpful." J.P. (Sept. 2021)
"I liked the organized, comprehensive description of the roles in the approach." H.W. (Aug. 2021)
"The use of common routines and activities to establish joint attention and develop the uses of peer mentors was good." A.S. (Aug. 2021)
"Very good practical information on the correct way to utilize peers in social skills interventions." J.B. (Aug. 2021)
“How to teach children with autism to learn social skills from peers. It was explained in a very easy and clear way to be understood.” R.O. (Apr. 2021)
"This is one of the most relevant and highly useful courses that I have taken on this subject. Working in a school setting with intensive structured learning environments and ABA therapy being the trend, this course was extremely relevant as to why we need to move away from the prompted and structured discreet trial methods and focus on the social skills that will allow the child to think and process what he/she is taking in from the room. This is an area that I struggle with as ABA is becoming the above all type of treatment and in my opinion, taking away from the very social interaction skills that it believes it is training. Thank you for a relevant and useful course." M.K. (Jan. 2021)
Presenters: Jennifer Llado, MS, CCC-SLP & Brenda Lovette, MS, CCC-SLP
This course will explore the use of meditation and mindfulness practices for the direct application to pediatric speech-language pathology. Specific techniques will be discussed and demonstrated for integration into clinical practice. ... more+
"The use of meditation and mindfulness in the home- good for parents too. How it can benefit so many aspects of speech/language goals. I enjoyed the therapy ideas and how to incorporate them in practice." J.A. (Jul. 2024)
"Mindfulness for attention and social-emotional regulation was beneficial to discuss. I liked the ways to adapt techniques for children." K.A. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the mindfulness to apply on self and on your clients. Very well presented and applicable to our practices." L.O. (Jul. 2024)
"Resources were helpful. I liked the application." L.G. (Jun. 2024)
"Mindfulness strategies were helpful. I liked the strategies." S.S. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the breathing buddy. Easy to listen to course with good visuals." S.S. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the specific mindfulness activities and specific benefits, and the layout of the topics." C.G. (Jun. 2024)
"Examples of activities to do with children were beneficial. This course was easy to listen to." A.L. (May. 2024)
"This course was not only evidence-based but included very practical examples of how to use these exercises in therapy. I liked the specific exercise that could be used with children." M.K. (Apr. 2024)
"The "Weather Report" was a beneficial topic. I liked the Body Scan and the Gratitude segments." T.C. (Mar. 2024)
"The research results were beneficial. I enjoyed all of the examples and what they focused on." M.C. (Jan. 2024)
"The strategies to promote attention and mindfulness and self-regulation were beneficial. Loved the ideas for goal writing as well! I loved it all!" S.S. (Jan. 2024)
"Integrating Mindfulness techniques into therapy. The presenters spoke to the slides rather than just reading the content. Their knowledge of and experience with using Mindfulness was obvious and refreshing." S.T. (Dec. 2023)
"The exercises and the techniques were beneficial." A.R. (Dec. 2023)
"The exercises to use with patients were helpful. I liked the whole concept of mindfulness." J.B. (Nov. 2023)
"I enjoyed discussing the techniques for children." C.S. (Nov. 2023)
"This course offered new ideas that would be beneficial for my therapy practice. I liked the therapy ideas using glitter jar, breathing techniques, etc." A.H. (Nov. 2023)
"The examples of the mindfulness exercises were very helpful to view. I enjoyed the mindfulness exercises." M.P. (Nov. 2023)
"Easy to follow and absorb the material. I liked the mindful parenting. I would like to explore the mindful parenting techniques to apply within my neonatal clinical interventions." K.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Learning how to write techniques into goals was beneficial. I liked the different techniques and areas they address." E.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Loved the real-life application examples." A.M. (Oct. 2023)
"This course was really interesting, engaging, and well-organized. Video of exercises to use with students to help them practice mindfulness was beneficial. I liked the two different presenters - their pacing, their energy, and their calm, evenly-paced voices. I liked the mix of video, practice for the SLP taking the course, and research that was well explained." M.S. (Aug. 2023)
"Practical therapeutic intervention for specific speech and language issues." B.P. (Aug. 2023)
"Specific examples of application." S.B. (Jul. 2023)
"The different techniques and literature review were beneficial. I liked the video examples." M.C. (Jul. 2023)
"Translating the practices into clinical use was beneficial. This allowed me to see how I can begin these exercises tomorrow." J.D. (Jul. 2023)
"Direct therapy strategies I can implement tomorrow. And considering how mindfulness techniques could address many behaviors that are making therapeutic progress slow." L.H. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the hands-on things to do. Being an MBSR instructor and SLP, I found the value!" W.N. (May 2023)
"This course was very well done, and the presenters were wonderful." W.F. (Apr. 2023)
"Great presenters. I liked the entire course." G.B. (Apr. 2023)
"Course was extremely thorough and informative. To see the interventions was very helpful." M.T. (Dec. 2022)
"Helped with executive functioning. I liked the reassurance that this can work for a variety of kids we serve." E.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Practical content. I liked the therapy ideas." S.D. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the format and learning how meditation can be helpful for children." D.W. (Nov. 2022)
"The methods, activities, and goal writing will benefit my daily practice. I liked everything about this course." J.D. (Oct. 2022)
"The exercise examples were good." L.G. (Sept. 2022)
"The speakers were excellent and they presented the information at my level. I learned some new techniques and I will incorporate them in my own personal life and in my clinical world as well." C.N. (Sept. 2022)
"The mindfulness techniques! I used the breathing buddy exercise with two of my own little boys before I even finished the course. Amazing! I found this course absolutely fascinating. I was skeptical reading the title, but thought I'd give it a try and see what it was about. My skepticism was immediately dashed by the research that was presented. The mindfulness techniques and video demonstrations were top notch; so helpful! And knowing now, how something so simple to integrate into therapy can be so drastically beneficial for our clients, is just incredible. Can't wait to try them all!" S.R. (Aug. 2022)
"The entire presentation was excellent. Specific exercises were fully explained and video examples were helpful. The visual power point cards were excellent to keep notes and follow verbal presentation." R.J. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the notes and goals information, as well as the studies documenting efficacy. It was all great!" C.M. (Jul. 2022)
"Liked the ease in which you can sign up for the course and this particular course was well developed and presented." A.E. (May 2022)
"Gave specific techniques used in the therapy room to increase mindfulness in children." A.E. (May 2022)
"The literature that backs the effectiveness of the use of Mindfulness techniques with the different populations – ADHD, Autism – was beneficial for my practice. The suggestions of things to use with young children were good." J.D. (May 2022)
"I liked the techniques for teaching mindfulness and books for kids. The course was interesting and informative." D.V. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the mindfulness exercises. The topics were covered well with explicit examples of how to implement the techniques into therapy." S.N. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the research supporting the addition of mindfulness to therapy and the practical therapy examples discussed." M.H. (Mar. 2022)
"Learning how to incorporate goals while doing mindfulness activities. I liked the EBP of mindfulness benefits." J.C. (Mar. 2022)
"It was helpful to hear about the research. It was also helpful to hear specific mindful activities that can be used." L.L. (Jan. 2022)
"Very relevant to my caseload. I liked all topics presented." J.R. (Dec. 2021)
"Loved this presentation altogether. I will definitely be incorporating these examples into my therapy sessions." S.C. (Dec. 2021)
"Learning that Mindfulness can help with overall attention and intention with each session. The practical tx activities were beneficial." S.A. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked that it gave SLPs a way to integrate cognitive changing behavior that pairs so well with traditional therapy." M.C. (Nov. 2021)
"This course provided numerous techniques that I will be able to explore with my students. I found the explanation and demonstrations of the mindfulness techniques especially beneficial. I also appreciated the charts that shown and reviewed. And that this course demonstrated an appreciation for the stress and emotions that our students may be feeling." I.G. (Nov. 2021)
"Children benefit from learning the basics of being a centered human being." S.L. (Sept. 2021)
"I appreciated the review of research showing benefits and efficacy of mindfulness techniques. I could see how techniques could be incorporated in SLP practices without compromising speech-language goals." S.P. (Jun. 2021)
"I loved how she spoke about how to work all of these techniques and mindfulness practices into already targeted goals and how to chart it on daily notes. I have been one that often just leaves it out of my note or feels like it needs to be a separate activity. I wholeheartedly believe in this practice and its benefits and feel so much more comfortable using it more openly with my clients. I loved having evidence based practice and research to back up these practices. I loved the examples and especially the chart providing examples of what can be targeted which each." C.T. (May 2021)
“I enjoyed learning about all of the evidence bases for mindfulness benefits in children.” C.R. (Mar. 2021)
“This course we excellent! I am a strong believer in mental well-being. I think it is so important to teach mindfulness to children.” J.W. (Feb. 2021)
“This concept is excellent for improving a child's performance in therapy. I loved the entire course; very applicable to so many needs.” K.G. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Amanda Warren, MS, CCC-SLP
We spend more time hearing than talking, yet we don't remember the majority of what we hear. This becomes especially relevant as many SLPs and audiologists move to telepractice, telesupervision, and tele-education. In this course, learn to truly listen as we explore types of listening and obstacles to listening well in the online classroom or therapy room.... more+
"I have never really considered how much I "hear", but may miss out on actual "listening". I love the breakdown of the Ten Principles of Effective listening (including examples) that I will be more aware of during my telehealth sessions!" A.H. (Aug. 2024)
"Quantification of the SPIKE protocol and the 5 WHYS (root cause analysis). The rating scale between in-person and remote listening was great. The comparison between both was enlightening." M.C. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussing psychological noise was beneficial. I liked learning the obstacles/distractions to listening." T.E. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the knowledgeable speaker." Z.R. (Jan. 2024)
"The 10 principles were beneficial. I enjoyed Amanda's comfortable presentation style." K.P. (Dec. 2023)
"Reviewing differences in online versus in-person listening was beneficial. I liked the time to reflect and self-rate." K.C. (Nov. 2023)
"Very organized course. The use of "nurse" statements to build empathy was beneficial." A.S. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the overall course topic. Learned that I need to improve on my own listening skills. I liked the example situations in the course." L.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Styles of teaching, excellent review! Research presented was highly beneficial. Slides were well designed." M.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Information on how to work with the client and understand what they are experiencing. The examples presented were easily understood." S.E. (Jan. 2023)
"I enjoyed going into the psychological aspects of online virtual teletherapy. I liked the course layout and pace." R.R. (Jan. 2023)
"Relevant to me." A.K. (Dec. 2022)
"The differences in listening styles and skills between online and face to face was a great awareness task. Delving more into the principles of effective listening was helpful as we have become more involved with online learning and teaching. Great reminders for day to day communication, too!" A.H. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the 5 Why's. And the info on working with clients online and becoming the best listener as possible." L.W. (Dec. 2022)
"I really liked the NURSE statements and I will definitely use this in my daily practice. I liked that this course gave me an opportunity to really reflect on my own communication style." W.J. (Dec. 2022)
"The audio was amazing!" S.R. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning to be a good listener, reflecting on communication, and how to make the most of it." R.T. (Dec. 2022)
"Understanding how to listen and respond appropriately. I liked the ability to rate my skill level in person as well as online. Course gave me an opportunity to compare my skills in both areas." L.J. (Nov. 2022)
"Emphasis on flexing style of instruction to match the student. Good reminders to consider." L.L. (Nov. 2022)
"Realizing that it is best to do more listening to what the person is not saying during a communication exchange with persons with developmental disabilities." K.L. (Nov. 2022)
"The time allowed to reflect on questions before suggested answers are given was nice." M.T. (Nov. 2022)
"I found some of the practical information from the field of medicine/oncology particularly applicable to my practice as an SLP. I liked that I could pause and reflect at my own pace." K.S. (Oct. 2022)
"Very pleasant to listen to and applicable." L.M. (Oct. 2022)
"The speaker was easy to listen to." L.T. (Sept. 2022)
"The entire discussion can be valuable in both personal relationships and professional practices." C.J. (Sept. 2022)
"The information was great for anyone...and the speaker's voice made it easy for me to listen." A.L. (Sept. 2022)
"The instructor was knowledgeable." L.M. (Sept. 2022)
"The course applies to meetings and supervision, which is the bulk of my online work. Very easy to follow, listen, and soak in material. Presenter had good voice, pace, and style." M.S. (Aug. 2022)
"I appreciated the elaboration on leading questions (e.g. 5 whys, NURSE statements) for gaining better clarification." S.M. (July 2022)
"Engaging speaker! I liked the ten principles of effective listening and NURSE." J.V. (Jan. 2022)
"Practical for personal interactions too, not just at work." S.G. (Jan. 2022)
"The Ten Principles of effective listening were very helpful. I liked having the moments of reflection dispersed throughout the presentation and the practice with the NURSE statements." L.S. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked application to various situations/settings (classroom, telepractice, etc)." T.B. (Dec. 2021)
"Good content. I liked the 10 tips for effective listening." W.H. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the speaker's style of presentation and the content included." C.S. (Nov. 2021)
"This course prompted engaging critical thinking questions about how I currently listen, and how I can improve those skills to benefit my clients." M.C. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the steps included with how to become an effective listener." T.A. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked how interactive the act of listening can truly be." S.A. (Oct. 2021)
"Learning the relationship between the speaker or educator and the listener or student. How to arrive at solutions to problems using naming, understanding, respecting, supporting, and exploring as guides to responses to learners." P.M. (Sept. 2021)
“I believe that learning about the 'Five Whys' will be beneficial to the conversations I have with students, and will help me to better understand their perspective through listening." M.O. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked the SPIKE information as well as the NURSE acronym to support better listening. This was very helpful to all aspects of my job whether with a student or working to collaborate better with another educator." C.E. (Jul. 2021)
"I liked the suggestions and examples of realistic situation experiences in everyday therapy." M.D. (Jun. 2021)
"I really like the NURSE statements. She gave a lot of examples in the 10 principles of effective listening." G.G. (May 2021)
"This course gave relevant information to consider when moving therapy from the clinical setting to an online setting. It spoke to the importance of listening skills for both client and clinician in any setting. Helpful strategies were reviewed such as NURSE statements and how to deal with some of the obstacles to online learning. Thank you for this course!" G.J. (Apr. 2021)
Presenter: Martha S. Burns, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course reviews current neuroscience research on mechanisms of neuroplasticity and is applicable to all age ranges. Specific emphasis is placed on cognitive-communication therapeutic drivers that positively affect brain maturation, reorganization, and recovery after injury. This course provides a practical, comprehensive overview of treatment methodology including... more+
"Brain mapping was helpful. I enjoyed the neuroscience and clarity of explanations." P.F. (Aug. 2024)
"Better understanding how therapy affects neuroplasticity. I enjoyed the amount of information covered." M.H. (Jul. 2024)
"ABA and neurology were beneficial. Presenter explains very clearly." S.P. (Jun. 2024)
"The presenter was a good speaker and very knowledgeable. Neuroplasticity was a beneficial topic." G.G. (Jun. 2024)
"Great info. Provided lots of good evidence-based therapy." C.B. (Jun. 2024)
"How to adjust therapy to make it most beneficial for neuroplasticity. I enjoyed the very in-depth discussions of neurology." S.C. (May. 2024)
"Neuroplasticity after injury was beneficial to discuss." J.A. (May. 2024)
"Lots of good information." L.C. (May. 2024)
"Great background knowledge. I liked the cohesiveness of the course." S.V. (May. 2024)
"Neuroplasticity was a beneficial topic, I liked all of the information." S.B. (Apr. 2024)
"All of the course was beneficial, and I liked that it was self-paced." A.C. (Mar. 2024)
"The balance of neuromodulators and the importance of timing reinforcements. Everything in a therapy session must be balanced. I'm also happy the presenter pointed out the importance of warm-up exercises; I use them regularly. I liked the pace of the course." J.S. (Mar. 2024)
"The information on the importance of mass practice, repetition, using novel stimuli, and the 80% rule was confirmatory of how I work with my patients with aphasia. It does work, and I appreciate having it validated. I liked the information about learning and how the brain works and makes adaptations, also the information about brain chemicals related to learning and the research provided." S.L. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing the specific information that is applicable to a variety of patient populations was beneficial." S.C. (Jan. 2024)
"Beneficial explanation of the brain anatomy regarding how it reorganizes to improve function. I can now explain to my patients, in more detail, how the cognitive-linguistic tasks are improving their brain function. I can refer to evidence-based research if needed." H.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Neurotransmitters and neuroplasticity were explained so well. Marty presented this complex material so clearly." K.P. (Dec. 2023)
"Ways to help older struggling students with organizational skills was beneficial. The course was broken up into sections, so it was easier to handle and to break up into smaller units of watch time. Made it easier to take breaks and to digest the info." L.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing specifics about the importance of repetition combined with novelty in therapy was beneficial. I liked the organization and pace, keeping SLPs up to date with neuroscience." J.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Everything! I thought this course was great and very informative. Learning how brains can improve and the best therapeutic practices." K.R. (Nov. 2023)
"Research supporting the application of therapeutic intervention! I liked Martha Burns's delivery and educational style ~ thank you!" J.H. (Nov. 2023)
"This course was interesting, and I can use this information with children and adults. I liked the rule of 80%." C.O. (Nov. 2023)
"The role of the prefrontal cortex and neuromodulator upregulation and how we can use those to encourage brain change." A.P. (Nov. 2023)
"This topic was of high interest. I picked up ideas on how to explain the why of treatment to patients. I also appreciated the recommended resources." V.O. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussed therapeutic techniques to incorporate to boost neuroplasticity." S.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Showed how new research trends and therapy connect." L.G. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the discussion about neurotransmitters." E.N. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the new research." K.K. (Sep. 2023)
"The information regarding how the brain can compensate and repair or create new pathways was helpful. I liked all the updated brain research and how it applies to my practice!!" S.S. (Aug. 2023)
"Learning how the different parts of your brain change throughout therapy." K.B. (Aug. 2023)
"Connectivity and development of brain plasticity was a beneficial topic. I enjoyed learning about the diversity in axon development in correlation with age." D.K. (Jul. 2023)
"The discussion on Christmann's research was interesting. I enjoyed the comprehensiveness of the research." T.T. (Jul. 2023)
"The discussion of brain chemistry and treatment drivers was beneficial. Good course organization and use of current research." J.K. (Jun. 2023)
"First course I've taken by Dr. Burns. I’m now going to take all the courses she has! Will take this course multiple times. It has so much to offer and I suspect it will give one new perspective every time one goes through it." A.R. (Jun. 2023)
"Understanding what we do and how we do it does make positive changes and can improve the function of our pt.'s lives. I liked this topic and understanding the science to support EBP and maximize treatment outcomes." W.R. (Jun. 2023)
"Excellent, excellent overview. Especially the idea of the why, what’s, how and when of therapy, and how they tie in with brain changes and the role of neuromodulators. I liked everything, especially the balance of complex info explained concisely and effectively." A.R. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked that the research was also connected with therapy performance. It was beneficial to discuss auditory processing disorder." L.M. (Jun. 2023)
"Thorough discussion of neuroscience as it applies to speech therapy. I liked the discussion of neurophysiology as it pertains to stroke recovery." E.J. (Feb. 2023)
"Practical therapy applications. I liked the easy to follow examples about neuroplasticity." L.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning why the therapy we choose matters. I liked all of the examples." K.J. (Jan. 2023)
"Breaking down the what, when, and how of therapy was beneficial. I liked that she spoke very technically but always related it to therapy - love neurology." E.W. (Dec. 2022)
"Discussion of the developmental stage of the adolescent brain was beneficial. I liked the charts and diagrams." P.A. (Dec. 2022)
"All of it was excellent. Dr. Burns is a gifted lecturer and makes difficult material interesting." K.F. (Dec. 2022)
"I thought the whole class was excellent. Learning neuroanatomy in relationship to clinical outcomes." A.F. (Nov. 2022)
"Treatment based on evidence-based results. Clear and concise way of presenting the material." S.P. (Nov. 2022)
"There was a good emphasis on not wasting any of the patient's therapy time by knowing about neuromodulators and selecting evidence-based therapeutic interventions. I loved learning that a training I had received earlier is out of date due to new research using dynamic imaging." H.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Updated research on "how" neuroplasticity occurs. Highly relevant content and not overly simplistic in the neuroscience review." R.F. (Nov. 2022)
"I enjoyed the way the course was divided up, it really helped!" S.O. (Oct. 2022)
"I especially enjoyed the discussion regarding different neurotransmitters and their role in effective therapy techniques. The convenience and scope of the content were good." S.J. (Oct. 2022)
"Learning the new imaging and how that is being used to look at intervention was good information for my practice." N.B. (Oct. 2022)
"I like that Martha follows the outline of the course." L.K. (Sept. 2022)
"I found all the neuroscience data interesting. Dr. Burns does an excellent job of making all the research findings relevant to treatment, which is particularly helpful. She has such extensive experience in this field, she is the best possible resource! She has a great delivery. Her presentation is interesting enough to make one forget that there are no visuals outside of the slides.....which were also much appreciated." B.S. (Sept. 2022)
"The information on stroke recovery was good." M.V. (Aug. 2022)
"Loved the review of what the goal of each section was before diving into the material." B.S. (June 2022)
"Knowledge of the speaker was impressive. I liked the relevance to treatment." A.D. (May 2022)
"Lots of wonderful references and relevant examples." K.E. (May 2022)
"I liked how the presenter was able to relate the technical information to clinical practice." W.H. (May 2022)
"Wow! Impressive! I love the way you make neuroscience sound like something that is easily discussed over the clothesline! Thank you." R.G. (Apr. 2022)
"Martha Burns is an incredible speaker. I liked how she made complex topics relatable in comparing brain pathways to airport hubs, etc." J.L. (Apr. 2022)
"The presenter provided great examples to apply to research findings. The consideration that should be given to the "how" of therapy in relation to neurochemicals." M.S. (Apr. 2022)
"The presenter made a complex topic easy to understand and her explanations can be used with family members and patients." S.M. (Mar. 2022)
"Learning the type of experience that the brain needs in order to grow and develop." S.J. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the emerging brain mapping information. Very informative." A.I. (Jan. 2022)
"I really enjoyed connecting the science of the brain to the work we do and explaining why we do what we do with clients." K.E. (Dec. 2021)
“I enjoyed the explanation of the difference between therapists and teachers, and the importance of therapists. I can explain this to my parents.” E.G. (Dec. 2021)
"I really liked making the connections between therapy strategies I use, and the chemical effects those strategies have on the brain." S.S. (Dec. 2021)
"Confirmation that differentiation in application of strategies according to patient/student needs is literally lifesaving. I liked that the course was relevant to therapy and to education." J.T. (Nov. 2021)
"The information regarding the how, the what, and the when of therapy was beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the information about the Human Connectome Project, brain building process and neuro chemistry of the brain." L.T. (Nov. 2021)
"Really thinking about the natural chemical modulators in learning. What a great wealth of examples and attention grabbing information! I was able to read the material at my own pace. To stop and be able to go back and re-read after an unplanned longer break. Ability to print selected information was nice." K.A. (Jul. 2021)
"Each section seemed to have tidbits that I can definitely keep in mind and use to guide my therapy planning and execution." J.C. (Jul. 2021)
"RELATIONSHIP OF Neuroplasticity to therapy at different ages is beneficial." T.W. (Jul. 2021)
"Examples of practical therapy applications were beneficial for my daily practice. There was a good balance of in-depth information while still being relevant to practicing clinical SLPs." H.P. (Jun. 2021)
"The wealth of information that was provided by the speaker." K.B. (May 2021)
“I loved the analogies used to understand complex data (novelty!). The airport, hubs - great!” H.H. (Mar. 2021)
“I liked the research-based findings. The brain function plasticity and application for treatment including top-down and bottom-up factors.” J.R. (Feb. 2021)
“The presenter was very knowledgeable and provided clear information.” M.W. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Tom Franceschini, MS, CCC-SLP
This course is designed to teach and review infection control practices required throughout all healthcare settings, and specifically as they apply to Speech-Language Pathologists and other healthcare professionals. Infection Control Practices have been evolving and advancing since the onset of the AID’s crisis of the 1980s. Learn ... more+
"Review of PPE procedures was helpful. The course was factual and organized." H.M. (Jul. 2024)
"The review of nosocomial infections and the various causes was beneficial as well as the proper steps for using personal protection equipment. I liked the resources and visual charts." T.M. (Jun. 2024)
"Sanitation of manipulatives was beneficial. The course was easy to follow, and engaging." H.J. (May. 2024)
"Most functional in terms of prevention for SLP's. I liked the focus on how to wash hands and materials. Clear and well organized- much more useful as an SLP than other courses I have taken." A.D. (May. 2024)
"Review of all infection control was helpful." C.G. (Mar. 2024)
"The specifics regarding the passing of infections were beneficial. I liked the practical tips for keeping myself and my clients safe." K.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Tom speaks from experience and also thoroughly researched the topic." K.P. (Dec. 2023)
"Practical tips. I liked the discussion on precautions." S.K. (Nov. 2023)
"Well-organized course. I liked the rundown of transmission routes matched with specific diseases." S.N. (Nov. 2023)
"This, I must say, was well done! It was refreshing to take a course like this that discussed situations/materials we come across in Speech Pathology. I learned a few more specifics and terminology." N.P. (Sep. 2023)
"Good review of all areas. As an SLP that works with small children, the need to clean equipment more often was a beneficial topic." J.P. (Sep. 2023)
"Learning the specific names of the most common types of infections (to help me educate staff and peers) was beneficial. Also, the reminders to treat all clients as if they have an infection that could be transmitted to others is very important!" M.G. (Jun. 2023)
"The visuals were clear and concise and were directly related to the instructor's words. It helps me (personally) a LOT when the visuals and language truly compliment one another." M.G. (Jun. 2023)
"Discussing types of transmission was beneficial." V.R. (May 2023)
"I liked the specific infection control practices. And that the slides were all very readable - not packed with small print." K.C. (Apr. 2023)
"Great review. All content was beneficial!" M.K. (Mar. 2023)
"Excellent reminder of why we should always utilize good infection control practices." B.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Sequence of donning PPE was beneficial. This course was very organized." A.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Course was quick and information-packed. The information about infection control in pediatric settings was beneficial." N.C. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning ways to prevent nosocomial infections. I liked the clear explanations." S.B. (Jan. 2023)
"Easy to follow procedures for infection control." S.E. (Jan. 2023)
"Breaking the chain of transmission is very important and can happen at any point in the chain. The handout was easy to read and follow along during the course." K.W. (Dec. 2022)
"The information kept my focus throughout the course. Learning the overall importance of good hygiene practices while working with patients and how germs are easily spread in medical facilities." L.J. (Dec. 2022)
"Detailed examples from real-life practice. It was helpful to hear examples of unexpected infection transmission locations (i.e., handles under bathtub)." D.W. (Dec. 2022)
"Quick and easy to understand. Learning how to curb infections, procedures with hand washing, keeping ill people away, sanitizing equipment." J.N. (Nov. 2022)
"Sequence of donning and doffing PPE were an excellent review. Learning the various sources of infection, transmission, and spread were also beneficial." E.D. (Nov. 2022)
"Very informative and clearly presented. Thank you for the fine handout. Exam preview was a unique way to establish an increased understanding of key elements of the presentation." E.D. (Nov. 2022)
"Liked that I can complete this course on my own time." K.C. (Nov. 2022)
"Good review on infection prevention. The overall benefit of having this reminder." A.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Appreciated the practical measures discussed. I liked that there were speed options so that the information could be processed at an appropriate pace." M.B. (Oct. 2022)
"The outlining of when to wash hands and disinfect materials was helpful. Liked thoroughness of course." M.T. (Oct. 2022)
"Good reminders of hand hygiene, use of PPE, and wiping down equipment. The slides were easily readable; the presenter was very clear." K.F. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the flexibility of completing the course." L.B. (Oct. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." A.S. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the clear structure and organization of the course." H.W. (July 2022)
"Good review of all infection prevention protocols. Very well presented." B.S. (July 2022)
"Well organized and applicable." M.D. (July 2022)
"It was a good overall review. I liked the breadth of the material covered." R.D. (July 2022)
"Well organized and applicable to my practice. Good reminders for washing toys between sessions." M.D. (July 2022)
"I appreciated the review of donning PPE before entering and the removal procedures afterward as a reminder of the CORRECT way to do this. I liked that I could complete course at my own time and pace." E.S. (June 2022)
"Manipulative washing was very informative. I really liked that you offered the post test preview before hand and closed captions for the video." R.R. (May 2022)
"The course was very organized." J.G. (Apr. 2022)
"Liked the real-life examples to understand better the information and make it more entertaining." E.M. (Mar. 2022)
"ALL of it was helpful – to the point and informative." K.E. (Mar. 2022)
"The presenter was very knowledgeable about the subject, and presented the material in a clear, concise manner." J.B. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the relatable style of his teaching." C.S. (Jan. 2022)
"Presenter is clear, concise, with pertinent handouts; affords easier grasp of course content." R.A. (Dec. 2021)
"Perfect refresher to infection prevention. Precise and to the point." S.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked learning how things have changed over the years, and learning how certain precautions came into existence." C.M. (Dec. 2021)
“It was interesting learning about different infections and how they are transmitted.” K.F. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked all of it. I work in an outpatient facility but infection prevention is just as important here as it is in a hospital or nursing facility setting." L.H. (Sept. 2021)
"Complete information about all types of infections that could be present in our work environment." P.M. (Sept. 2021)
"I thought the slides with the transmission chains and how they are broken through parts of universal precautions was particularly useful!" M.C. (Sept. 2021)
“Very helpful topics of how to properly wash my hands and the importance of wearing protective gloves while being with a patient. I enjoyed learning at my own pace and having time to go back when I felt like I had missed something important.” A.O. (Aug. 2021)
"Well organized information and great slides. I enjoyed the review of modes of transmission." K.T. (Jul. 2021)
"Going over the importance of using precautions and reminding children to do the same - especially hand washing - was most beneficial. Good information and easy to follow." S.D. (Jun. 2021)
"I appreciated the examples provided from real-life experience and the discussion on precautions to take specifically related to a Speech-Language Pathologist's every day routine/tasks." E.K. (May 2021)
"The discussion of the proper way to protect ourselves when it comes to PPE and also how infections travel. It provided visuals which were very helpful." K.D. (May 2021)
"The instructor was very knowledgeable and provided facts to go alongside reasoning." K.A. (Apr. 2021)
“I work in an LTACH and especially with covid-19 - great reminders and further education. I liked the accessibility and content.” J.J. (Apr. 2021)
“Well done presentation – covered everything expected. This is a required course for Washington state DOH license and very hard to find course (this is the first one I’ve found in over 10 years).” M.S. (Mar. 2021)
“Liked that this course had new information that I hadn’t heard before - it was beyond the basics!” K.S. (Feb. 2021)
"The discussion on personal protective equipment was most beneficial. I liked learning main routes of infection and hepatitis differences." L.L. (Feb. 2021)
"The presenter made the course interesting by adding personal anecdotes or examples. I enjoyed the discussions on nosocomial infections, review of donning/doffing PPE, review of contact, droplet, airborne infections/precautions and their differences." L.F. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Marissa Rocheleau, MA, CCC-SLP
This course will cover issues related to choosing treatment materials for designing effective teletherapy sessions. Discussion will cover document cameras and iPad mirroring and offers many product suggestions and screen captures of potential materials that therapists can immediately apply in their practice. ... more+
"All of the materials were helpful. I enjoyed the examples." H.H. (Aug. 2024)
"Online resources were beneficial. I liked the examples of the document camera and actual websites and what skills they target." T.P. (Jul. 2024)
"Specific websites were helpful. I liked the many examples of screen sharing." K.S. (Jul. 2024)
"The amount of websites will be very helpful in my practice. Presented well with many options for teletherapy." N.C. (Jul. 2024)
"Various resources were beneficial. I liked the uses of document camera." T.E. (Jul. 2024)
"Showing different resources and the resource lists were helpful." M.A. (Jun. 2024)
"The specific online resources/apps were beneficial. I liked how the therapist used various online resources." J.W. (Mar. 2024)
"I enjoyed the additional resources. Very well organized course." M.C. (Dec. 2023)
"This course covered a variety of topics I hadn't thought of before - like the different software, different ways of sharing a screen/showing materials, digital resources, etc." J.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing all the available online resources was beneficial. I liked the descriptions and examples of the online resources." C.H. (Dec. 2023)
"The list of resources available for telepractice was helpful. The course was straightforward and well outlined in the slides." M.P. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the activity ideas and resources. The websites and resources presented were the most beneficial part of this webinar." J.K. (Sep. 2023)
"Good therapy resources presented." M.L. (Aug. 2023)
"Multiple websites with great resources for therapy. I liked the presenter's examples." E.B. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning about the potential challenges and the strategies to overcome these obstacles. I enjoyed learning about the many different resources that are available for online therapy." L.R. (Feb. 2023)
"Technical recommendations for speech teletherapy treatment were beneficial. I liked the summary of the crucial facts of treatment in teletherapy." S.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Online resources that can be used in telepractice were helpful. I loved the examples that were presented for the different tools." D.R. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the studies showing the effectiveness of telepractice and the examples of effective material." L.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Liked discussion of copyright law info. This course supported some of my already existing telepractice strategies." P.O. (Nov. 2022)
"Jam-packed; well presented; useful for daily activities. I liked the multiple lists of material sources." E.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Very practical suggestions for actual online resources. Learning the appropriate equipment and software was helpful." H.H. (Oct. 2022)
"All of the information was helpful. Video examples of how to use a document camera vs. mirroring, as well as specific treatment activity apps and online resources." A.R. (Oct. 2022)
"The websites were all helpful." L.M. (Oct. 2022)
"The many resources provided were great!" S.S. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the real examples of how software works." S.B. (Aug. 2022)
"Review of resources was very informative. This course provided a nice assortment of online materials. Well organized, useful information was provided that is relevant to either in-person treatment or telepractice." C.D. (July 2022)
"I found the online resources most beneficial. The presenter provided a variety of online resources to treat clients' disorders." B.D. (July 2022)
"Provided various websites to access from Zoom. Organization and ease of presentation was great." J.S. (July 2022)
"Research findings were beneficial. And I liked the abundance of recommended apps and best sites." M.O. (June 2022)
"The multiple online resources demonstrated are useful information. Loved the demo of online resources available for free." V.D. (June 2022)
"I liked the treatment material types, and all the digital resources online." K.B. (June 2022)
"The list of premade resources, whiteboards, and useful products will be very handy. Great list of resources!" K.H. (May 2022)
"Thanks for providing suggestions of online resources for treatment materials." A.L. (May 2022)
"The resources she covered were very helpful!!" E.C. (Apr. 2022)
"The many specific digital resources given during the lecture in a number of areas will be very useful." M.P. (Mar. 2022)
"Presenter was very thorough and I feel that I have a great source for any Telepractice." H.M. (Feb. 2022)
"I loved all of the suggestions on apps to use in practice. Overall an excellent course." L.P. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the therapy resource materials and application of therapy materials." J.R. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the examples of online resources." T.A. (Dec. 2021)
"She really got into the specifics of how to do teletherapy. The information on platforms, zoom etc, document camera use, online games and materials, iPad mirroring were very detailed. I appreciated the specifics as to what was really needed for purchase and why." T.S. (Dec. 2021)
“I liked the specific info regarding resources for specific targeted populations.” L.D. (Dec. 2021)
“I really liked the number of online resources discussed, and what types of areas they address.” S.D. (Nov. 2021)
"Most beneficial was the types of apps that can be used for different impairments and age levels. Instructor was very informative with the information given, apps, and software." M.S. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the demonstration of working in a platform. Going over the reliable online tools was most beneficial." M.M. (Nov. 2021)
"Excellent, knowledgeable, expert instructor who presented material in clear and organized manner." L.C. (Oct. 2021)
“I especially liked all the websites/products mentioned and how you might best use them.” P.I. (Sep. 2021)
“The variety of apps available for therapy was helpful. It is also great that all the websites Marissa shared that are available and free!” S.A. (Aug. 2021)
"The intro to the technology involved and the various options available to make a therapy session happen were beneficial. It was a very good course." K.F. (Jul. 2021)
"I appreciated the topic discussing the different resources for use during therapy sessions with scanned documents or sharing the iPad screen. I liked the practical information presented." A.C. (Jun. 2021)
"I liked all of the pragmatic/social skills resources mentioned and examples of how to use them. Also, the abundance of resources shared, and the clear and precise manner in how they were presented." J.W. (Jun. 2021)
"I liked that the presenter showed not only how to utilize Zoom and other software but also what kinds of activities are good to use during teletherapy. This was the most relevant and helpful course I have taken thus far on telepractice. Thank you!" D.R. (May 2021)
"The course was excellent, very practical and useful! I especially appreciated the information on the 3 different ways to provide live video treatment, scanning, document camera and digital resources. Thank you for so many ideas and examples of actual websites that can be used for digital therapy!" J.F. (Apr. 2021)
"I was glad to have such a wide variety of examples for tele therapy, as someone who will begin teletherapy for the first time." T.W. (Apr. 2021)
"All the Telepractice considerations were helpful since I am new to this medium of service delivery. Plenty of great advice, technical recommendations, best practices in delivering this service, plenty of resources and clinical examples." S.D. (Mar. 2021)
“I liked the variety of websites that she recommended. They give me ideas of materials that I can use during my teletherapy sessions.” L.V. (Mar. 2021)
“This course was AMAZING. I am probably older than most practicing clinicians, and it was perfect (The language used was not super technical yet very good)! I hope to benefit from the Online resources.” M.N. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Kathryn Bayles, PhD, CCC-SLP (Retired)
Language performance deficits are early indicators of MCI, and SLPs are uniquely qualified to identify those at risk for MCI and provide clinical intervention. Early identification is vital to delay or prevent progression to dementia, and diagnostic criteria and test performance cutoffs are now available. This course focuses on cognitive impairment and provides an overview of what cognition is, how memory is formed, types of memory, and a substantive segment on treatments and how they relate to the principles of neuroplasticity.... more+
"Neuroprotective practices and the damaging effects of free radicals were beneficial topics. I liked her descriptions throughout the presentation about how to improve attention and memory, as well as the neuroprotective practices. She explained the science behind how diet, exercise, and sleep affect your brain. This is not only helpful for intervention, but for a healthy adult's everyday life. We can all benefit from this information." A.C. (Jul. 2024)
"Information on repeated retrieval and smaller details in the areas of sleep and diet was beneficial. Good comprehensive coverage of MCI." A.V. (Jun. 2024)
"I enjoyed the discussion of tx strategies; I use alot of them, and will add more. I also liked the progression of topic." R.H. (May. 2024)
"I enjoyed learning about the neural substrates related to different memory processes. Well organized. Interesting examples. I like the format and that I can go back and listen to something again." J.P. (Mar. 2024)
"The course flowed well and was informative. I learned from the entire session." K.S. (Mar. 2024)
"Beneficial strategies for therapy and what to target." K.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The whole course was beneficial; it was a nice refresher. I liked the detail." R.D. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the relevance of tasks, diet, exercise, and sleep." L.M. (Nov. 2023)
"This course gave me a deeper understanding of MCI related to what is going on in the brain. The instructor's knowledge base in the area of neurocognitive impairment is superior." L.G. (Oct. 2023)
"I loved this entire course. The information was most interesting. The discussion on screening/testing for MCI as well as clinical strategies and factors which may positively impact treatment was beneficial." S.J. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the specifications of each different brain issue and how to best evaluate them. Very clearly presented course and informative." K.J. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the thoroughness with applications to clinical practice." M.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Excellent information to assist families facing the challenges of MCI. Good clinical objectives." R.B. (Jan. 2023)
"Dr. Bayles is an outstanding teacher. She made the content interesting, comprehensive and thorough. All of the sections were extremely valuable." J.S. (Dec. 2022)
"This course provided a clear review of previously learned information and built upon it with new research." J.S. (Dec. 2022)
"All topics were useful. The entire course was useful." P.D. (Nov. 2022)
"There is an unbelievable amount of information presented in this course!!! Fantastic!" K.K. (Nov. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." J.A. (Oct. 2022)
"The course is easy to follow." E.M. (Sept. 2022)
"Very functional useful information." K.L. (Aug. 2022)
"Very thorough, appreciated breaking down of all of the types of memory." J.A. (Aug. 2022)
"There was a lot of information in this course." K.G. (Aug. 2022)
"Well organized and succinct course; great visuals." E.C. (July 2022)
"The organization and wealth of information provided as it relates to SLPs was good." W.R. (June 2022)
"Liked the discussion on free radicals. The exercise guidelines were helpful." A.J. (June 2022)
"Good course with practical applications." E.W. (May 2022)
"I learned how to better identify MCI and what treatment and recommendations are best for the population. For me, it was very applicable since I work primarily with those with MCI and sometimes I'm not sure what is going to be most effective for them." K.D. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the science-based strategies. Also, the ability to stop and start the course as needed." P.W. (Apr. 2022)
"I found the results on cognitive reserve interesting. I liked that specific areas for testing were discussed as well as treatment approaches." R.C. (Mar. 2022)
"Very applicable to daily practice! Good options for assessments." E.C. (Mar. 2022)
"Practicality of knowledge was good. I liked discussion of the neurosupportive factors (sleep, diet, exercise, etc)." P.L. (Mar. 2022)
"The presenter's vast knowledge and her experience with this population enhanced the presentation." J.B. (Feb. 2022)
"Understanding the red flags to look for during evaluation was very helpful. The entire presentation was quite informative. There was a lot of information packed very tightly into this course. It was helpful to be able to go back and re-listen to certain parts or sections. The overview of cognition was very helpful; it was taught better than the dementia course I took in graduate school." E.M. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the presenter's approach. It was very direct with examples." R.W. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the breakdown of different types of memory. This course was very detailed but easy to understand." N.S. (Oct. 2021)
"The course was thorough and well organized." E.B. (Oct. 2021)
"I appreciated the focus on positive steps that can be put in place to strengthen neural connections through specific cognitive activities, and healthy lifestyle choices. These are things a client can really take control of and feel more positive and empowered in their own health. The clearly defined framework around different types of memory and their significance both in diagnosis and therapeutic planning." J.K. (Sept. 2021)
"The idea of providing hope for people with dementia and the science-based clinical strategies will help my daily practice. I liked that it was applicable to what I do. Her clinical strategies were specific and doable." M.M. (Aug. 2021)
"The testing protocols, specific science based strategies to use in sessions was beneficial for my daily practice." C.D. (Jul. 2021)
"Specificity in the descriptions of memory loss with aging and the course outline were good." P.B. (Jun. 2021)
"The entire course was outstanding." R.L. (Jun. 2021)
"STRONG review of memory; appreciate new DSM information on MCI and differential diagnostic info for early dementia. Great handout, but mostly just listening to Dr. Bayles synthesize this complex info. Long time since I've been able to take one of her courses. Appreciate strong connection of research to therapy/clinical practice." M.C. (Jun. 2021)
"The Science-based clinical strategies were very beneficial, especially the use of more personally relevant material combined with errorless learning. Also incorporating sleep, diet and exercise education into intervention as a means of improving cognitive health. I am glad to hear that these topics are in our province from Dr. Bayles; I have used elements of health coaching and personalized nutrition handouts from our dietitian to help my patient to learn and recall nutrition information relevant to diabetes management. The clear explanation of the different types of memory and pathology and the neuroanatomic bases; I have take many courses on this topic but the manner in which Dr. Bayles presented this information was very clear and applicable to clinical practice." L.D. (Jun. 2021)
"I enjoyed the narration" M.S. (Jun. 2021)
"Recognizing MCI and science based treatment strategies the research articles linked for further reading and the evidence based treatment strategies" L.B. (Jun. 2021)
"Easy to follow format." R.A. (Jun. 2021)
"Pace was good, test was challenging afterwards and handouts had a good amount of information, good reference list provided." V.G. (Jun. 2021)
"Info about cognitive reserve was useful. The presenter was engaging and seamlessly incorporated information from research studies and articles as well as practical information. I had to do this in sections because it does require concentration and time to absorb the information. I am an "old" medical SLP and found this to be one of the few courses I have taken recently that kept me engaged. Thanks for that!" B.S. (Jun. 2021)
Presenter: Amanda Warren, MS, CCC-SLP
Fulfill your ASHA Mentoring and Supervisory course requirements. This course is intended for SLPs who are interested in developing their teaching abilities prior to taking on their first student. Participants will be introduced to terminology, supports available for novice supervisors, and common models of supervision and feedback. Most importantly,... more+
"Levels of how to supervise your CFY were beneficial. The course was easy to understand." R.B. (Aug. 2024)
"SQF model and the resources provided were helpful." M.I. (Aug. 2024)
"Beneficial models of supervision feedback and questioning. I appreciated the resources to expand my knowledge further afterward." R.B. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the assessments." S.A. (Aug. 2024)
"Honestly, all of the information was helpful. As a new CF supervisor, this PD was very accessible and useful. I liked the pause and think aspects." A.R. (Aug. 2024)
"All the information about supervision was helpful. I liked the visuals provided." K.M. (Aug. 2024)
"Everything about supervision discussed was beneficial. I liked the topics covered. I think they are very applicable to setting a supervisor up for success." L.E. (Aug. 2024)
"This entire course provided excellent information for setting expectations, establishing goals for the CF and myself, as well as ensuring adequate progress throughout the CF. I appreciated concrete examples of questions to ask my CF during the different quarters of her CF experience." G.D. (Aug. 2024)
"The information was helpful. I liked the references." B.P. (Aug. 2024)
"Appreciated supervisory models and references. I really appreciated the line, "Tell me about a time when," vs. a "What would you do if" question. Appreciated the specific supervision (hours) requirements over varying environments." M.C. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the specific information about how to instruct using SQF model." L.H. (Aug. 2024)
"The SQF Model was beneficial. I liked that I was able to complete the course at my own pace." R.G. (Aug. 2024)
"Supervision was a beneficial topic. I enjoyed the convenience of the course." J.H. (Jul. 2024)
"All of the information was helpful." K.M. (Jul. 2024)
"The Apprenticeship Model was beneficial, as it is very applicable. I liked the online format and calls to action when it came to brainstorming. I also really appreciated including the link to the self-assessment." K.S. (Jul. 2024)
"The Conscious Competency Model was helpful. I liked the handout regarding the self-assessment of Competencies in Supervision." D.N. (Jul. 2024)
"I appreciated hearing about how to relate to students with different levels of experience and what to expect at each level. The information was presented clearly and was very practical." R.F. (Jul. 2024)
"Beneficial discussing the different models of supervision and what is expected of a supervisor. Online format and easy to complete in your own time." K.S. (Jun. 2024)
"Really enjoyed the different models of supervision presented and how to apply in a clinical setting." B.P. (Jun. 2024)
"The supervision models and types of questions to ask were helpful. The course was very easy to get through and manage." V.O. (Jun. 2024)
"This course made me think about the types of questions I need to ask, set expectations in the beginning, know what types of questions to ask based on their level of competency, and how to provide feedback." D.F. (May. 2024)
"Models of supervision to use were beneficial. Great information!" M.W. (May. 2024)
"I am about to be a supervisor for a graduate student for the first time, so this will be very helpful! I liked the examples of questions that could be asked and all the different models for supervision that can be used." S.Y. (May. 2024)
"The models of supervision were beneficial. I liked the helpful reminders about the student's perspective." E.H. (Apr. 2024)
"Providing a "starting point" explanation to provide a general list of things to expect when taking your first supervisory role was beneficial. The course was simple and to the point, provided relevant information." V.W. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the resources available to supervisors. The course was easy to follow." B.R. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the examples of how to apply in clinical practice with supervisees and discussing the types of feedback and supervisory levels." S.C. (Mar. 2024)
"Discussing the hierarchy related to competency and the learner was helpful. I liked that you were provided a preview of the course questions to assist you with outlining key points throughout the presentation." A.P. (Mar. 2024)
"Excellent, great details throughout this presentation. The speaker was well informed on this topic and kept her enthusiasm throughout the course. The course was well covered." D.T. (Feb. 2024)
"The models of supervision were beneficial. I learned something about myself through the self-assessment." E.A. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing the types of questions was helpful! I loved everything!" P.T. (Jan. 2024)
"The assessment for supervisors and making goals for yourself as a supervisor were beneficial." B.M. (Jan. 2024)
"The different types of feedback styles presented were beneficial. I enjoyed how the information was concise and detailed. It helped me understand how to provide support in an effective matter." B.P. (Jan. 2024)
"The different models and what should be considered during a situation for the supervisee to provide the greatest supervision, including the types of questions to consider and feedback to provide. Practical application." R.K. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing the expectations of a supervisor was helpful. This course gave a good perspective." A.C. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed the practical tips." A.T. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the guidelines for providing feedback to student clinicians. The material was presented in a clear, concise manner." M.T. (Nov. 2023)
"Detailed explanation of the supervisory role and reasons behind it. Entering the supervisory role and what to expect was beneficial." A.R. (Oct. 2023)
"This course was very functional. Lots of practical information to help overseeing a student clinician. The SQF model of supervision was beneficial." L.W. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the models of supervision, and the self-assessment. I will be using both of these this fall." M.C. (Aug. 2023)
"Topics were presented in a very clear and easy to follow manner. The SQF Supervision Model and the Conscious Competency Model were beneficial." K.H. (Aug. 2023)
"I was impressed with all the types of models to follow when supervising CF’s. I will be starting a new CF and will be using these models." P.K. (Aug. 2023)
"This course was very informative and easy to follow. I enjoyed learning about SQF and levels of questions to ask my future supervisees." L.D. (Aug. 2023)
"Good guide for first time supervisors. I liked the self assessment tools." J.A. (Aug. 2023)
"Instructor was very thorough and experienced. Learning characteristics of good clinical educators was beneficial." G.M. (Jul. 2023)
"The self-assessment evaluation info was really beneficial." A.V. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the SQF and sample questions." M.R. (Jul. 2023)
"Learning specific tools I can use to evaluate my and my CF's effectiveness, such as the ASHA Competency Checklist for Supervisors. There were many different examples and models backed by research of how to be a clinical educator. I liked that I was able to get specific examples that applied to my own communication style and that presenter modeled her own recommendations in the style of the course." K.D. (Jun. 2023)
"Models of providing feedback and assessing my own skills were beneficial. I liked that the course can be applicable to other professions if considered in a broader context." E.B. (Jun. 2023)
"Discussing how to begin a mentorship opportunity was beneficial. The slides went along nicely with the content." J.M. (May 2023)
"Goals for self-assessment were beneficial. I liked the real-life situations." A.J. (May 2023)
"I really enjoyed learning what to expect when taking on a SLPA or grad student. The presenter was very well organized. The course work was easy to follow, understand and apply." J.L. (May 2023)
"I liked the ASHA Self-Assessment of Competencies and Supervision review. Discussing when and amongst who to intervene with feedback was beneficial." K.G. (May 2023)
"I liked the SQF Model of Supervision. And the self-assessment materials provided." S.S. (Apr. 2023)
"The models of supervision were beneficial." L.J. (Mar. 2023)
"All of the information the presenter provided was beneficial. I liked the Q1, Q2, Q3 breakdown." K.K. (Mar. 2023)
"Course was very practical and gave immediate tools to use. I liked the supervising models." E.M. (Feb. 2023)
"Great overall review. All relevant information, supported by EBP. Lots of information about how to think about my own expectations and style as a supervisor, how to communicate these expectations to my student, and how to adjust my feedback to meet the student's needs and level." S.M. (Feb. 2023)
"The handouts were clear, and the information was concise. Guiding a graduate student through clinical decision making." B.L. (Feb. 2023)
"I found the topic of providing clinical instruction relevant for my job." K.G. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the examples of different tools for supervision and the self-assessment tool. I want to make sure I am providing supervision that will help the new clinician. I liked that I could watch course on my schedule. This was helpful with my busy life, both work and home." C.D. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning the types of questions to ask supervisees was beneficial. I liked the specific examples." L.S. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the models of supervision. Presentation was easy to follow and understand." L.G. (Jan. 2023)
"Types of questions and feedback to provide to supervisees at different stages of the supervision experience were beneficial. Provided guidance on how to approach a supervisory experience, including the ASHA self-assessment tool for supervision." M.C. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the breadth of information - the frameworks for supervision, the types of questioning, and the focus on what to establish with the student prior to starting." M.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Becoming aware of the different models for supervision was beneficial. Instilled a further interest to consider supervising a student." S.F. (Dec. 2022)
"Information was presented clearly. I liked the supervision styles, particularly the Conscious Incompetence approach." J.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Great presenter and information. The entire presentation was beneficial. I specifically liked the terminology breakdown at the beginning, descriptions of varying models, and explanations of feedback." A.B. (Nov. 2022)
"A lot of information condensed into a manageable amount of time." M.R. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the flow of information and how I can immediately apply these skills." D.L. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked all of the information - feedback, SQF model, apprenticeship model, etc." C.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning about supervision theory/research. Strategies for addressing difficulties between supervisor and supervisee." K.I. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the overall coursework." S.H. (Oct. 2022)
"The learner was provided with many examples (scenarios) and recommendations when starting out as a clinical supervisor." R.R. (Oct. 2022)
"Clear presentation of content; well organized." L.B. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the concrete examples to go with an abstract concept." N.F. (Sept. 2022)
"The supervision, Questioning and Feedback model with explanation of the different levels and how they coincide with one another was beneficial." P.M. (Aug. 2022)
"I appreciated the SQF model and the explanations/examples provided in the presentation. I liked the combination of a visual presentation powerpoint and the printable powerpoint to follow along with the presentation." K.C. (Aug. 2022)
"I like that the presenter laid out what needs to happen in order to be a good clinical supervisor BESIDES having clinical knowledgeable and expertise." M.H. (July 2022)
"I liked the practical information, such as understanding your supervisee's level of competence and how that relates to the types of questions you would use with them. It was very clear and easy to follow. The slides were helpful and easy to read." D.A. (July 2022)
"It was very accessible and easy to take at my own pace." A.G. (July 2022)
"The discussion about the various questions to ask at specific points during the student internship were helpful. Liked the flow and ease of the course." J.A. (July 2022)
"I liked the different levels of competence and associated levels of questions." A.G. (July 2022)
"Easy to listen to and follow along. Practical to utilize immediately in supervision practices." A.G. (June 2022)
"Learning the characteristics of a good clinical educator. Relevant information and good pace." D.P. (June 2022)
"I appreciated the beginner-friendly approach to the topic of supervision, with the reminders of how supervisors are not expected to be perfect, and that they need to constantly learn and grow in both their clinical practice and supervision styles." A.O. (June 2022)
"I liked the models of supervision and the organization of presentation." J.R. (May 2022)
"I liked how the course was broken up and the different questions to ask and level of competencies." G.F. (May 2022)
"Specifics on getting started with a supervision experience and hierarchy of learning and giving feedback was useful information." R.E. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the models of supervision and feedback. I found the course to be concise, relevant, and useful information as a first time supervisor." B.R. (Apr. 2022)
"This will be my first experience being a clinical supervisor. I found this course very helpful in providing myself education and reflecting back to when I was a student. I liked the layout - easy to understand and follow along." K.R. (Apr. 2022)
"Very thorough. The reflection breaks were beneficial." K.M. (Mar. 2022)
"I found the different types of Models on instruction/supervision to be very interesting and helpful to my current practice. I enjoyed the specific examples given by the educator based on her personal experience." M.H. (Mar. 2022)
"Very helpful to have supervision broken down into digestible, sequential parts." M.M. (Feb. 2022)
"The most beneficial topic was the resources she gave us to consult in case we have doubts. Also, I found the way she discussed diverse supervision models to be beneficial." J.C. (Jan. 2022)
"The examples provided by the instructor help connect the content to practical scenarios." T.F. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked how interactive it was and how knowledgeable the course instructor was." H.M. (Jan. 2022)
"I could take it online in the convenience of my home." S.D. (Nov. 2021)
"The information was clear and practical." M.S. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked The Apprenticeship Model that was demonstrated in this class. I will use this! The presenter presented in a clear manner and the handouts followed the presentation well." D.C. (Sept. 2021)
"The specific methods of supervision were most beneficial. The pace of the course was nice. It seemed like a long session, but it was pleasant and kept my interest." N.S. (Aug. 2021)
"Setting expectations and the different models of supervision and feedback are helpful for my daily practice. The examples of feedback and the sequence it could follow were good." V.F. (Aug. 2021)
"I found the reminders of what we should expect from our supervisees a great review! A also appreciated the questions portion from the SQF model of supervision. Its a great reminder of the types of questions to ask to help the supervise feel comfortable and how to ask questions to them to be active thinkers and grow. I can do it in my home, on my own time and it allows me to go back and review information I would like to hear again if needed. I also like to read the handouts first so that I am prepared for the lecture and it allows me to think about the information more openly and in a more relaxed way." C.G. (Aug. 2021)
"Self-assessing and communication with coworkers and collaborators - even if I'm not supervising will be helpful for my daily practice. The flow and examples were good." M.C. (Aug. 2021)
"I felt that the models of supervision and feedback were beneficial. I felt that the course was very thorough and well thought out. I liked that there were a lot of specific examples." M.G. (Aug. 2021)
"The models of supervision are beneficial for my daily practice." C.W. (Aug. 2021)
"Even when I do not have a student clinician, I can adapt the information about models of questioning to teachers that I work with at school to help them be more effective when they work with my students that have AAC devices. Thinking about my own levels of competency and about questioning. I believe the first half of the course could move a bit faster. 2nd half was more valuable information for this clinician." D.S. (Aug. 2021)
"Determining how to choose the correct model of supervision will help my daily practice. The self-assessment and reflections and how interactive the course was is good." D.R. (Aug. 2021)
"The entire organization of the presentation will help me frame out a format to use as a clinical supervisor/mentor. I specifically liked the part about goal setting, and evaluating effectiveness. I also liked the SQF model which I do intend to use. I also like the self-evaluation tool. I like the entire thing and actually listened to it twice. The speaker was highly engaging and knowledgeable and made learning a pleasure." L.R. (Aug. 2021)
"I found all of it beneficial since I have never been a supervisor. It helped me understand about putting a plan together, supervising at different levels, communicating appropriately with the supervisee, and addressing my own deficit areas." N.C. (Aug. 2021)
Presenter: Tina Babajanians, MS, CCC-SLP
This course explores voice management across the gender spectrum, with a focus on methods and strategies to alter voice characteristics. Participants will learn how to approach consultation, assessment, generalization, maintenance, and vocal hygiene.... more+
"All of the information was very helpful in supporting me in my pursuit to provide high-quality care for this patient population. I enjoyed the material covered and the structure of the course." L.E. (Aug. 2024)
"Vocal feminization strategies were helpful. The course was clear and practical." A.H. (Aug. 2024)
"I do not work with voice transitions in my daily practice but hope to volunteer and help the local community and this course was helpful towards that goal. This course was a good comprehensive 101 for this subject." S.C. (Aug. 2024)
"Techniques to change pitch and appropriate apps were beneficial. The speaker was knowledgeable and personable." J.P. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the treatment information. I was familiar with the instructor and liked more elaboration on TG voice." W.V. (May. 2024)
"Beneficial discussion of masc vs fem patterns in all areas of speech and strategies to use in therapy." K.D. (May. 2024)
"Gender Affirming Voice Exploration! I loved the test afterward and how the course really gave a comprehensive framework for this type of work!" J.T. (May. 2024)
"Pitch and body language information were both helpful. This was very comprehensive and informative." C.W. (Apr. 2024)
"Therapy ideas and assessment ideas were beneficial. Easy to use ideas including links and app suggestions." B.B. (Apr. 2024)
"The additional resources for phrases and sentences to practice; also to intentionally screen all areas of SLP were beneficial. I enjoyed how relatable the course is." K.H. (Mar. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss how to teach resonance and expand pitches by utilizing pitch strategies and body language and how to assist clients better with using resonance strategies to obtain the voice that best aligns with their goals. I enjoyed the recommendations in order to further my education and receive more training in this area." A.M. (Mar. 2024)
"Functional approach to resonance and pitch variation techniques. I liked the examples and considerations." K.W. (Mar. 2024)
"How to apply gender-affirming therapy in my practice was beneficial to discuss. Very practical and easy to follow along." K.G. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing feminine versus masculine traits of pitch and resonance was helpful. I liked the examples for evaluation and treatment." E.L. (Dec. 2023)
"The voice techniques were beneficial. Very informative course." L.T. (Nov. 2023)
"This course was so important for me to get a better understanding of all the variables impacting clients who seek Gender Affirming Voice Therapy. The course was presented in a very sensitive and respectful way." J.K. (Oct. 2023)
"Interesting and new information. I liked the therapy techniques for voice." D.H. (Oct. 2023)
"Therapy strategies and male/female voice characteristics were helpful topics. This course was well organized and easy to understand." L.D. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the explanations on which therapy works best to have a more masculine or feminine voice." S.H. (Oct. 2023)
"New information about preferred pronouns. The presenter kept on topic and spoke with good pace." S.L. (Sep. 2023)
"This area of practice is new to me and I am starting to learn and lean in to how I as an SLP could best work with this client population. This material was a very thorough overview and gave good direction on how to dive in and learn more." K.C. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the overall sequence of addressing how to help a client change their vocal attributes to better fit their gender identity. And learning ways to respectfully relate to a client who is transgender." H.W. (Aug. 2023)
"It was interesting to learn the use of vocal resonance tx in therapy. And the need to familiarize yourself with terminology in LGBTQ community and fully understand the clients' goals." J.M. (Aug. 2023)
"Treatment ideas for gender affirming voice sessions. I liked the fast pace." J.F. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked learning about cultural competency." C.C. (Jul. 2023)
"Practical guidance and activity ideas to support clients to adjust pitch." L.K. (Jun. 2023)
"Great content, knowledgeable presenter, thorough overview. I liked the assessment of voice." P.F. (May 2023)
"This course was excellent. It is clear and well-structured with actual, tangible examples and suggestions." K.M. (Apr. 2023)
"This course helped me know how to better treat transgender voice clients. I liked all of the course content." K.L. (Apr. 2023)
"Very organized presentation with short anecdotes. Liked the exercises for aiding with vocal feminization or masculinization. Also what to include in an initial assessment." K.R. (Mar. 2023)
"Learned methods to help each client as an individual. This course validated my own practice instincts/methods." M.B. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the examples of goal writing. And use of a hierarchy to move from levels of speech using old and new voice." D.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Great examples of application to practice and with personal examples." C.B. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked being able to pause to take notes, and liked the structure of the presentation." G.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Wonderful information. I liked the voice exercises." C.J. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the topics. And vocabulary associated with the Transgender Community. I liked that this was an introduction to Gender Affirming Voice Therapy. If I want to work in this area, I know which specific areas and topics I will need to further my knowledge and competence." J.L. (Dec. 2022)
"The techniques to use in therapy sessions were beneficial. I like the fact that there is a course that targets providing services to the LGBTQ community." A.B. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked clear speaking style of presenter. Very informative course. Reinforced my understanding of gender affirming voice therapy that I learned in graduate school." L.K. (Dec. 2022)
"This will help me with my goal of eventually practicing as a voice clinician. I liked the presenter's experience as a practicing clinician." S.D. (Dec. 2022)
"Good online resources provided! Thank you! Presenter has a very matter-of-fact, clear style that suited topic and she gave many examples to clarify her points." B.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Well organized, easy to follow, good general overview. Specific examples of tx exercises and warm up." C.B. (Nov. 2022)
"I thought the speaker was excellent. Up-to-date terminology and current best practices." S.B. (Oct. 2022)
"I appreciated the variety of examples of what and how to teach patients to explore different aspects of their voice. It was clearly organized and included examples." S.C. (Oct. 2022)
"This is a very thorough and well-organized presentation. Good explanation of characteristics of female vs. male resonance, intonation, pitch and body language." L.H. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the whole discussion! The course was concise and straight to the point. I liked the treatment plan as this is a new area to me." L.J. (Sept. 2022)
"This entire course was amazing! I liked the handouts and apps and examples for techniques." N.H. (Sept. 2022)
"A nice overview of many topics in one hour. Specific examples from her practice, highlighting the importance of "access points" - clinician attributes, homework examples, apps, etc." D.E. (Sep. 2022)
"The presenter was fantastic, very practical information. The examples of tasks and learning how actual sessions might be structured." M.K. (Sept. 2022)
"I am just starting out in this area and it was all beneficial. Great examples of treatment." K.S. (Aug. 2022)
"The course was engaging and informative. Liked the different strategies and tips for exploring vocal range." L.C. (Aug. 2022)
"Speaker seemed to have a lot of experience in this area." M.H. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the practical application." G.K. (July 2022)
"The vocal practice apps to tell clients about will be extremely helpful. The fact that the presenter is a cisgender person is very reassuring and gives me confidence in what is being said." J.B. (July 2022)
"I liked how easy it was to follow and understand." L.J. (July 2022)
"Obviously a well informed, experienced, caring, and inspiring presenter. Well organized, the slides are excellent, no wasted time." A.S. (June 2022)
"I liked learning about the specific apps and other non-vocal aspects of communication that we need to include in therapy. I liked that the presenter gave examples of their own pitch range." K.W. (June 2022)
"Liked that it included recommendations for first session, information for SLPs and the needs and desires of client." A.S. (June 2022)
"I like the accuracy of information and the recommendations to ask people from the LGBTQ community for information about appropriate language/terminology." Q.F. (June 2022)
"I liked the principles for voice treatment for this population, and the real case study at the end." S.P. (Apr. 2022)
"Speaker was very knowledgeable and easy to listen to." S.E. (Mar. 2022)
"The presenter was knowledgeable about the topic, had ample experience with the target patient population, and was an excellent speaker." L.L. (Feb. 2022)
"The course covered all aspects of the therapy process with great sensitivity to the human seeking service." S.J. (Feb. 2022)
"I thought the presenter had a natural presentation style - engaging. I perceived that she enjoys her work and has had some rich experiences." K.S. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the applicable treatment strategies for teaching resonance, pitch, etc." L.Z. (Jan. 2022)
"Great information on being culturally competent as it relates to working with the LGBTQ community and treating each case individually. Understanding the reasons why individuals seek out voice therapy. I did not realize that safety was a big issue. This course was very informative. Learning more about the basics of voice therapy and its usefulness for transgender individuals." M.M. (Dec. 2021)
“I thought the handout containing specific techniques was very helpful. I plan to immediately implement the use of voice apps on the client's side during tele-evaluations.” K.S. (Nov. 2021)
"I greatly appreciate her providing examples for therapy and providing online resources. The course provided both assessment and treatment tools." C.R. (Nov. 2021)
"I found the different strategies that can be used to address pitch, resonance, and intonation great. I also think I will utilize the meditation aspect in future therapy sessions for voice therapy." K.S. (Oct. 2021)
“The presenter was very knowledgeable, had a good conversational way of speaking while still sticking to the content - it never got boring but was always on point.” A.B. (Oct. 2021)
"The assessment and therapy materials and techniques were most beneficial. I liked the course's time frame and that it was a pertinent and interesting course." E.F. (Jul. 2021)
"It was all very good. I liked the full coverage of the topic, from a consultation to eval/tx and maintenance." S.L. (Jun. 2021)
"While I don't see voice clients often, the trans-gender topic was very on point and relevant and I appreciated the helpful clinical, practical and therapeutic information. I think I will feel much more equipped to work with someone who has a need when the situation presents itself. I am always looking for ways to help support students who are questioning and want to be sensitive to their needs. Very helpful information. This course was LGBTQ friendly, practical content, concise, and has good therapy suggestions." J.R. (Jun. 2021)
"The presentation was excellent" M.G. (May 2021)
"I liked the specific techniques for working on resonance and pitch will be helpful in my practice working with this population." B.O. (May 2021)
"I really appreciated how direct this course was. You covered the background beautifully, then moved quickly to actual clinical tools. I liked the complete coverage of an actual treatment paradigm with practical tools and experiential tips." J.S. (May 2021)
"I liked the therapy strategies - especially for voice masculinization and voice feminization. I need some reminders and ideas that would benefit my practice." C.D. (Apr. 2021)
“I appreciated that the presenter is so knowledgeable about the LGBTQ community because she primarily works with individuals of this community in her private practice.” S.F. (Feb. 2021)
“This was a wonderful introduction to gender-affirming voice therapy. I especially appreciated the presenter sharing some of the specific assessments and therapeutic techniques, as my understanding of theory is already relatively strong but putting it into practice is a bit more daunting. The presenter was clearly knowledgeable, had a good conversational way of speaking while still sticking to the content - it never got boring but was always on point. I think offering a higher level course would be great. This is definitely a niche area of practice, and so collaborating can be challenging. Having a course focusing on finer points would be amazing.” A.B. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: James L. Coyle, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, ASHA Fellow
This course provides essential information on managing complex patients who have multiple diagnoses impacting swallowing function. Discussed will be swallow function and treatment planning as related to body systems, the aging process, and patient diagnostic reports... more+
"Chest film review, Dysphagia in icu, trach were all beneficial topics. I liked everything in this course." J.S. (Aug. 2024)
"The most beneficial topic for me was the respiratory system review/ new information. I liked the pictures of the chest x-rays, the video swallows. I really like Dr. Coyle's style." H.K. (Aug. 2024)
"The management of patients with respiratory and esophageal disorders was beneficial to discuss. The content was extremely comprehensive with interesting examples using instrumental assessments/ imaging." C.T. (Aug. 2024)
"The review/explanation of the pulmonary and digestive systems, in the context of oropharyngeal dysphagia intervention and management was helpful. I enjoyed the presenter and presentation modality." L.S. (Aug. 2024)
"The discussion on esophageal disorders, compensatory measures, and treatment efficacy was beneficial. Segments were broken down nicely. The information was directly & concisely delivered. I found Dr. Coyle to be an engaging presenter." S.C. (Aug. 2024)
"All of the information was beneficial." C.R. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing the importance of obtaining thorough MBS results and incorporating specifics into treatment was helpful. The instructor was very knowledgeable on topics discussed, and he was easy to listen to throughout the course." S.S. (Jul. 2024)
"Very informative course." S.P. (Jul. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss the importance of considering the entire respiratory and medical profile of a patient when considering a clinical pathway. I liked that I could complete it in my own time and that the resources remain available for review whenever I need to refer back to them." L.D. (Jul. 2024)
"An in-depth explanation across multiple areas increasing my overall knowledge. I liked the patient videos." J.M. (Jul. 2024)
"Chest x-ray review and respiratory review were beneficial. I enjoyed the material presented." M.W. (Jun. 2024)
"Respiratory system with swallowing was helpful. The presenter was interesting." L.L. (Jun. 2024)
"CHF and COPD were beneficial topics. I enjoyed the flexibility of the course." R.S. (Jun. 2024)
"ICU and Aspiration PNA section was helpful. I liked the real clinical examples." G.M. (Jun. 2024)
"Xray findings/ overview of PNA were beneficial. Also, the overlap of cardio, pulmonary and esophageal components within SLP practice. Acute care, ICU applicable information." M.G. (Jun. 2024)
"All of the information was helpful! Esophageal and learning the science behind GI and airway topics." J.K. (Jun. 2024)
"Both respiratory and esophageal fundamentals were helpful to discuss. I enjoyed the anatomy and physiology." H.A. (May 2024)
"Review of the literature on swallowing interventions was beneficial. I like the inclusion of digestion." B.M. (May 2024)
"A better understanding of pulmonary function and chest imaging. Detailed information about the entire disease process, not just the relation to swallowing." K.J. (May 2024)
"Discussing the importance of thoroughly understanding the aerodigestive tract, chest imaging terms and findings and the diseases. Research and evidence-based studies to support the management of the patient. The instructor effectively explained and illustrated all of the course concepts." M.S. (May 2024)
"This was, by far, the best course on dysphagia I have had in a long time. This course should be required learning for all SLPs working in the health care setting." W.M. (Apr. 2024)
"Excellent all across the board. Excellent content, speaker and presentation." N.D. (Apr. 2024)
"This course provided complex medical information in a way that was simple to digest for a medical SLP. This was one of the most helpful and thorough medical SLP courses I have taken." A.W. (Apr. 2024)
"Respiratory information was helpful to discuss. I liked being able to work on course a little at a time." J.B. (Apr. 2024)
"I enjoyed the incorporation of multiple body systems and their relationship in the management of dysphagia." B.H. (Apr. 2024)
"This course covered a lot. I liked the discussion on pulmonary disease." V.K. (Apr. 2024)
"All of this course was helpful and I liked the presenter." E.G. (Apr. 2024)
"The topic of treatment and texture modification was beneficial. The presenter was easy to follow and understand." K.C. (Apr. 2024)
"This course was thorough, detailed, and relevant. VFSS and SLP involvement in esophageal observations and referrals was beneficial to discuss as well as pulmonary physiology and understanding." O.B. (Apr. 2024)
"Esophageal information was helpful. I enjoyed the knowledge base of the presenter." B.B. (Apr. 2024)
"Very good, new information. It is hard to find this level of complexity in CEUs. It was beneficial to discuss respiration vs ventilation, CXR information, respiratory diseases and impacts on dysphagia." N.S. (Mar. 2024)
"Imaging on chest x-ray and how to interpret in relation to dysphagia, and treatments and evidence base for dysphagia were helpful to discuss. I liked that I was able to return to the course in my own time." C.R. (Mar. 2024)
"Discussing esophageal structures was beneficial. I liked that I could do the course on my own time." A.C. (Mar. 2024)
"Pulmonary system was helpful to discuss. I liked how I was able to take the course at my own pace." C.W. (Mar. 2024)
"Discussion of aspiration and aspiration PNA were beneficial. I liked that this was an online course available in multiple components to make for watching across multiple sessions." J.D. (Mar. 2024)
"All of this course was beneficial! It was very detailed with excellent explanations." L.M. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked discussing the medical terminology related to cardiopulmonary diagnoses. Dr. Coyle is very engaging." K.A. (Feb. 2024)
"In-depth explanation of respiratory disorders and imaging and considerations with dysphagia. I liked the simple and clear explanations of complex subjects." M.B. (Feb. 2024)
"Respiratory function and relationship to swallowing were helpful topics. I enjoyed the engaging and passionate presentations." A.B. (Jan. 2024)
"The diagnostics and treatment review were beneficial. I liked the pending studies that show promise for therapeutic techniques." S.V. (Jan. 2024)
"Clear explanations and definitions of respiratory diseases and related terms. Very detailed course; helpful because I'm transitioning from education to medical." H.G. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked being able to complete the course at my own speed." L.M. (Jan. 2024)
"The breakdown of the respiratory system and impact on swallowing was beneficial. I liked the incorporation of real-life explanations." J.F. (Jan. 2024)
"The treatment strategies were helpful. I liked that you could go at your own pace and the real-life examples." N.R. (Dec. 2023)
"All subjects were beneficial, especially the ventilation vs respiration process. I liked all the videos." R.D. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial review of chest x-ray terminology and relevant vitals vs. irrelevant vital signs." H.J. (Dec. 2023)
"Aspiration risk factors was a beneficial topic. The anatomy review was very well done, and I liked the examples of chest X-rays." F.D. (Dec. 2023)
"This course was incredibly comprehensive. Discussing respiratory system functions was beneficial." T.O. (Dec. 2023)
"The speaker was engaging, thorough, and very informative. I really enjoyed all of the references to the evidence and the citations of articles." L.B. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked discussing therapy and problem-solving issues." A.P. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing dysphagia treatment options was helpful. I liked that I was able to complete the course at my own pace." C.M. (Dec. 2023)
"All of Dr. Coyle's info he presented is beneficial for my daily practice, especially the aging swallow and chest x-ray findings. Good info to help with my daily practice in providing my pt's with ethical and evidence-based care." B.O. (Dec. 2023)
"The compensatory techniques were beneficial. I liked that the course was self-paced and the ability to review the material again." S.B. (Dec. 2023)
"There were so many beneficial topics. If choosing one, I would say the notion that we SLPs have been overreacting to aspiration and is really unnecessary since it is just one risk factor among many, and research has shown it is not as detrimental as once believed. I liked the presenter's delivery of the material - he was very easy to listen to and gave excellent analogies to help improve understanding of the material. I also appreciated the slides and videos." V.O. (Nov. 2023)
"Learning how respiration and digestion systems can impact swallowing and signs of swallowing difficulties at bedside assessment. I liked the references to research studies and emphasis on the practicality of research vs. in the real-world working practices." I.L. (Nov. 2023)
"Relating anatomy to deficits, then intervention was beneficial. I liked the review of anatomy." C.G. (Nov. 2023)
"Very functional information. I liked all of it." S.H. (Nov. 2023)
"Speaker is fun to listen to! I enjoyed the great detail with which the speaker discussed the Respiratory System and the impact of ventilation & respiration on swallowing." N.A. (Nov. 2023)
"Every talk was relevant and interesting, with a well-pitched delivery for the audience. The flow of content was excellent. I liked the research evidence for treatment options and respiratory processes." D.C. (Oct. 2023)
"Dr. Coyle is fantastic at breaking down this information so it can be easily understood. I appreciate his analogies and examples." M.S. (Oct. 2023)
"Everything was beneficial - stellar material, very thorough." K.F. (Oct. 2023)
"Very informative course. I liked all of it. Breaking down chest x-rays and their meanings was beneficial." H.H. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning how lungs function was beneficial. I liked discussion of the research behind the exercises we do." A.S. (Oct. 2023)
"The description of CXR and esophageal imaging was helpful. I liked the demeanor of the speaker and the usefulness of information." J.L. (Oct. 2023)
"Easy to follow course. Informative info regarding EBP." J.S. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked discussion of esophageal disorders. And the various modalities used for the presentation." A.Z. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked that I could stop and start course to take notes at my leisure." A.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Excellent instructor! All information was relevant and of benefit to me." H.S. (Sep. 2023)
"This course was easy to follow and had extremely interesting and helpful information for the medical setting. The presenter was engaging and explained things well. The chest x-ray interpretation and independent factors for aspiration pneumonia were beneficial." M.R. (Sep. 2023)
"I have a better understanding now of the pulmonary system in general." J.C. (Sep. 2023)
"The discussion of treatment options and efficacy behind those was beneficial. I liked the variety of topics discussed for medical SLP practice." M.W. (Sep. 2023)
"Dr. Coyle is so good at diving into what's relevant and bringing it all together for a clinician to understand. Good strategies for educating other providers and medical professionals about aspiration pneumonia and dysphagia." A.J. (Aug. 2023)
"Every component of this course will help me improve my ability to care for patients in an acute medical setting. During this course I realized how deficient my knowledge has been. This course opened my understanding of the patients I serve immensely. I liked how much detail and information was included in the lectures." R.C. (Aug. 2023)
"The lecturer was very personable and easy to understand." M.G. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the treatment considerations. It was useful having extended time to be able to dip in and out of the course content." C.B. (Aug. 2023)
"This course was fantastic and all of the content will be beneficial in daily practice. I really enjoyed learning all of the esophageal components. I liked the speaker, very knowledgeable, and he really broke everything down." R.M. (Aug. 2023)
"Really good information that I will continue to refer to and use in my hospital setting. Background respiratory function, interpretation & understanding of pulmonary diseases, tracheostomy - I liked everything." K.L. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the clinical examples given throughout. Learning about different esophageal disorders and presentations. Being able to stop and revisit course content whenever." R.P. (Aug. 2023)
"Supports my belief that we are not aspiration therapists and need to consider the wider picture. Very relevant and pragmatic approach." T.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I'll be spreading the message about this course! The speaker engaged practicing SLPs in a LONG overdue, pragmatic discussion about aspiration prevention versus mitigation, thickened liquids, realistic outcomes and interventions. This discussion is imperative to our credibility and clinical efficacy." J.A. (Jul. 2023)
"Explaining my rationale in more medical terms for the medical & nursing staff will be beneficial. I liked that I could complete course at my own pace." B.M. (Jul. 2023)
"This course was informative and easy to understand. Learning relationship between swallowing and breathing was beneficial." S.B. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the depth and breadth of information. Esophageal Motility topic was beneficial." D.H. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the discussion on the pulmonary process." L.G. (Jul. 2023)
"Very pragmatic focus. The information on pulmonary and on the esophagus was beneficial." J.W. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the discussions around the relationships between aspiration vs aspiration pneumonia and how to diagnose this. The explanation of medical terms was beneficial. Well paced, well laid out. Great to be able to come in and out of the course as needed." O.C. (Jun. 2023)
"This course supported and further provided data to support my clinical approach to diagnosing the presence of, assessing, and treating dysphagia. It provided supportive materials to facilitate communication of POC / nonPOC to MD and other caregivers." B.W. (May 2023)
"Extremely comprehensive course and presented in a tangible manner. I like Dr. Coyle! He is endearing, and his passion of the material is obvious." S.C. (May 2023)
"Information on CXR was beneficial. I liked the speaker's style of presentation." E.M. (May 2023)
"Good speaker, information, and examples. Discussing respiratory and esophageal impacts on swallowing and SLP's role was beneficial." B.E. (May 2023)
"Chest x-ray interpretation was beneficial." S.Q. (May 2023)
"All of it was great. Dr. Coyle is always wonderful and has a great way of making difficult information clear." V.W. (Apr. 2023)
"The Compensatory and Restorative treatment sections were beneficial. I liked the ability to 'dip in and out' of course as time allowed." P.M. (Apr. 2023)
"This course was very realistic and open about what actually occurs and our misconceptions/discomforts about aspiration. The sections focusing on the role of the esophagus and the realities of aspiration were beneficial." A.W. (Apr. 2023)
"The information specific to the imaging relative to dysphagia was beneficial." A.M. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the updated research information on traditional therapy treatments along with ideas for new treatment methods, including efficacy. The progression of topics was easy to follow." K.A. (Mar. 2023)
"Esophagus material was very beneficial. I liked all course content." R.P. (Mar. 2023)
"Well-explained and very detailed course. Learning the different types of pneumonia and that it is not always caused by aspiration." S.W. (Mar. 2023)
"Very easy-to-follow videos and great examples of respiratory and esophageal disorders. I liked the debunking of non-evidence-based dysphagia treatment approaches and the focus on patient-centered evidence-based practice." M.P. (Feb. 2023)
"Everything! This was the best CEU course I have ever taken! I learned so much and it also confirmed many of my own beliefs and ideas." D.D. (Feb. 2023)
"The presenter did a great job at keeping me engaged and interested. Aspiration and linking respiratory function to swallowing and daily practice with reading status and discussing with the medical team." C.P. (Feb. 2023)
"It was great to be able to skip back to clarify points." C.T. (Feb. 2023)
"Interpretation of chest x-rays was beneficial. I liked the lecturer's application of all topics to real-life scenarios." K.P. (Jan. 2023)
"Really most of the content will help me, especially the information about the effects of aging on the respiratory system, types of effusions, esophageal disorders, and respiratory diseases. The course was organized in a way where I could take notes, especially for the less familiar topics of the respiratory system and esophagus." E.B. (Jan. 2023)
"Esophageal disorders and SLP approaches. Loved the background information about pulmonary physiology. I liked the personal experiences described by the speaker." L.H. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked all of the content. Very detailed course." K.C. (Jan. 2023)
"Very thorough with so much research to back up decision-making and treatment plans." J.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I really enjoyed the respiratory portion of this lecture. I implemented it into my practice right away." A.T. (Dec. 2022)
"Well organized. Covered all the medical aspects that are usually only learned once on the job." S.L. (Dec. 2022)
"Pulmonary / respiratory review and discussion. All pertinent information! Excellent course!" L.M. (Dec. 2022)
"The entire course was invaluable. I liked Dr. Coyle's presentation." G.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Dr. James Coyle's explanations were easily comprehensible. Respiration, digestion, aspiration pneumonia, ICU management." J.B. (Dec. 2022)
"The ventilation and respiration and info about CHF and COPD were really helpful. The ability to go at my own speed was nice and I re-watched several parts to make sure I had full understanding." S.W. (Dec. 2022)
"The design and progression of the course was perfect. The specific topic I found most beneficial was the background knowledge in the first several presentations that I did not receive at the graduate level and the treatment guidance." K.H. (Dec. 2022)
"This course went through respiratory conditions and how they affect swallowing. This course has a great presenter!" E.W. (Dec. 2022)
"All of it was great and super applicable." H.C. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the topics of pulmonary, airway, and digestion physiology. The course is easy to get in and out, can preview the test, can take our time, can stop when needed to finish notes, and can go back and listen again to certain info." V.S. (Nov. 2022)
"The detailed knowledge of pulmonary and esophageal physiology was very informative. This course had good pacing and clear explanations." C.G. (Nov. 2022)
"The entire presentation is so informative and educational. I liked the depth, content, and evidence presented." R.P. (Nov. 2022)
"All of it was beneficial!! The evidence related to treatment methods was especially helpful." N.A. (Nov. 2022)
"Review of respiratory system was helpful. The ability to watch in shorter periods of time was nice." K.W. (Nov. 2022)
"The course content was amazing. Dr. Coyle covered very important medical topics for medical Speech Pathology. Excellent course." O.T. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the respiration and aspiration-related topics." A.V. (Nov. 2022)
"The esophageal section was beneficial for my daily practice." L.D. (Nov. 2022)
"This was the best online course I have ever taken with Northern Speech. The speaker was very knowledgeable and easy to understand. He kept me engaged for the entire duration of the course." D.Z. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked that I can go back and review the course. Learning how cardiac disorders impact respiratory system." A.F. (Oct. 2022)
"Learning about esophageal anatomy and disorders, how they can affect the pharyngeal phase, what can be done to tx, and how and who to refer to were beneficial to my daily practice. I liked the mix of evidence-based teaching and clinical utility." J.B. (Oct. 2022)
"All sections were helpful in acute rehab." H.M. (Oct. 2022)
"Everything was beneficial for my practice! We do not learn enough about digestive and pulmonary issues and their relation to dysphagia when studying to become an SLP. Several topics were most beneficial: The anatomy relevant to diseases and dysphagia, discussion of evidence-based practice, and what research has to say about the efficacy and efficiency of exercises given to patients with dysphagia." N.S. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the review of respiration and ventilation, and the digestive system." E.L. (Oct. 2022)
"I couldn't wait to hear more! One of the few CEU classes I've attended where I actually learned something functional. He is a great speaker and teacher." K.B. (Sept. 2022)
"Lots of great information." C.I. (Sept. 2022)
"I really appreciated most of the topics from the instant respiration began to be discussed." A.F. (Sept. 2022)
"I like the way the topic has been simplified enough to understand the topic in great depth." P.M. (Sept. 2022)
"The presenter is engaging and has extensive clinical experience." E.G. (Sept. 2022)
"The understanding of the respiratory and digestive system was good information. I like the presenter's solid knowledge bases, evidence, established links between physio-anatomy and swallowing disorders." S.T. (Sept. 2022)
"The complex information was delivered in a very engaging and user friendly way." S.S. (Aug. 2022)
"ALL of the A and P and evidence are excellent." C.Y. (Aug. 2022)
"Very digestible content." C.B. (Aug. 2022)
"All of the course was very informative." J.M. (July 2022)
"Speaker is very knowledgeable." E.H. (July 2022)
"I like that I can watch certain sections again." M.L. (July 2022)
"In-depth explanations of medical terms to increase our skill set for medical based practice. Course was very thorough." J.H. (June 2022)
"Enjoyed the content of the entire course. I like the ability to stop and start the course." E.P. (June 2022)
"Consistently clear and comprehensive presentation style, supported by visual illustrations and videos." M.C. (June 2022)
"I enjoyed the content of the entire course." E.K. (June 2022)
"Everything regarding the relationship between respiration and swallowing was beneficial. Dr. Coyle is a great speaker. Very useful information presented in a straightforward manner." K.I. (June 2022)
"The instructor!! Presented info as a pragmatic clinician/researcher. Truly appreciate Dr. Coyle's extensive knowledge base and ability to convey in such a succinct and memorable fashion." T.S. (June 2022)
"The entire course was informative. Provided a very comprehensive look into how to assess and treat those with dysphagia that are compromised due to pulmonary issues." L.A. (June 2022)
"The information regarding chest x-rays was valuable in helping me understand how to determine what might be aspiration related." J.B. (May 2022)
"Presenter was very clear and personable." R.C. (May 2022)
"Dr. Coyle was very thorough and explained things in a clear, concise manner. As a clinician who works both in the outpatient setting performing MBS's and FEES, as well as in acute care, I found helpful information in all areas covered. I honestly soaked up every little thing of this course." K.C. (Apr. 2022)
"I appreciated learning how to approach referring physicians so that they will appreciate and trust your input." S.R. (Apr. 2022)
"The additional information regarding chin down posture and its impact on aspiration was beneficial." M.D. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the section on Dysphagia in the ICU, the depth of the conversations, and how much the presenter went into detail on interventions." B.B. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the knowledge and comfort level of the presenter. It was a lot of material. The presenter was aware of the old theories and pressed the audience to take the journey to explore new possibilities after understanding the basics." V.J. (Mar. 2022)
"The diversity and depth of information in one course was beneficial." J.B. (Mar. 2022)
"The speaker was clear and kept me interested." I.H. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the two lectures on compensatory and restorative treatments, and the thoroughness and vast knowledge of the presenter." F.B. (Feb. 2022)
"The presentation of information was well organized and easy to follow. The presenter was excellent and knowledgeable. I love that the course was broken down into sections / separate videos. That made the content easier to get through and it allowed me to view small amounts at a time when I had availability during my work day." J.D. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the discussion about the language doctors use and interpreting the radiographic studies. Lots of good information about the studies the doctors perform and I developed a better understanding of the radiologists' findings." R.K. (Dec. 2021)
"I enjoyed the amount of time spent on each topic. I feel like I learned a lot while being engaged." E.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the entirety of efficacy in treatment methods/modes for dysphagia. Dr. Coyle's presentations are always so interesting and, of course, research-based." L.F. (Dec. 2021)
"I did enjoy the in-depth discussion of the esophageal phase." C.R. (Dec. 2021)
"Very thorough for medical SLPs, great resource for speaking with physicians and other medical professionals." A.G. (Dec. 2021)
"Extensive explanation of anatomy/physiology of medical diagnoses (COPD, CHF) that are commonly treated. Allows for more understanding and critical thinking when managing these patients." A.R. (Dec. 2021)
"Being able to access & stop, return to information & continue was good." N.M. (Oct. 2021)
"The comprehensive review of pulmonary diseases, pneumonias, respiratory diseases, and reviewing chest films was extremely beneficial. I feel much more knowledgeable in these areas after this course. The self paced aspect of this course made it very easy to watch components of the course, take notes, and even look up referenced literature to support learning." C.C. (Oct. 2021)
"Understanding the physiology behind the respiratory and digestive systems and how this impacts our work as SLPs will be beneficial for my daily practice. Dr Coyle is an engaging and knowledgeable lecturer who made the material easy to follow and understand." M.K. (July 2021)
"The evidence-based treatment strategies will be beneficial for my daily practice. Overall, the course gave me a different perspective and approach to dysphagia evaluation and treatment." C.M. (July 2021)
"I really enjoyed the whole course but I truly appreciated how in-depth the presenter went on dysphagia treatments. I find in a lot of courses, this is an area that is not as thoroughly discussed. I loved that it was a medical speech language pathology course. I am a med/surg therapist and it can be hard to find courses on this subject matter. This is one of the best courses I have ever taken!" M.H. (July 2021)
"All which was discussed was vary important and useful. I enjoyed the speaker's enthusiasm and clarity." M.R. (July 2021)
"The basis of respiration was extremely helpful in providing a foundation for the vent/recently extracted patients. The variety of topics pertinent to medical SLP was excellent." A.H. (July 2021)
"My knowledge regarding this topic has increased tremendously, will surely benefit my patients. I liked Dr. Coyle's depth, and explanation of more difficult material." P.R. (July 2021)
"Reading of CXRs and the use of a radiology dictionary was most beneficial for my daily practice! The course had excellent background information into pulmonary and digestive processes." S.M. (June 2021)
"The instructor brought together a large amount of information and provided the SLP with the tools to diagnose swallowing difficulties as related to total patient health." B.W. (May 2021)
"The explanation of pulmonary systems, normal vs impaired in associated diseases/conditions, and its impact on swallowing was informative." L.I. (May 2021)
"The detailed discussions of underlying medical anatomy & physiology was helpful." K.F. (May 2021)
"I enjoyed the whole course! Dr Coyle does an amazing job of doing a functional but deep dive into the hows and whys of what Medical Speech Pathologists work with on a daily basis. The result is a greater understanding of what we see and how we can treat it." A.L. (May 2021)
“I liked the fact the instructor incorporated research articles, and he provided real-life examples.” J.S. (May 2021)
“This course really focused on the diagnosis/disease/etiologies of problems instead of putting band aids on something we don't fully understand. I think looking at the etiology, and the underlying cause for things will make us all much better clinicians.” M.H. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Jacqueline J. Hinckley, PhD, CCC-SLP, BC-NCD
This course provides the SLP with up-to-date tools and methods, starting from the initial assessment, to establishing goals, to selecting an evidence-based treatment plan. Participants will follow the case of Alan, an adult with aphasia, as the clinician works through different types of assessment data, establishing collaborative goals, and examples of treatment plans.... more+
"Discussing specific evidence-based practices and how to use them was beneficial." C.P. (Aug. 2024)
"Functional skills assessment was helpful. Relevant to patient's success." A.J. (Aug. 2024)
"I love this client-centered approach." J.B. (Aug. 2024)
"The case studies regarding how to utilize different testing methods for aphasia were beneficial. I enjoyed the longer video format rather than several shorter videos." A.W. (Jun. 2024)
"Dr. Hinckley clearly presented patient-centered treatment of aphasia which is a great reminder that we are not treating the disorder but we are treating the whole person. Treatment should be relevant to their needs." C.B. (Jun. 2024)
"Review of evidence-based aphasia tx was helpful. I enjoyed the review of tx approaches with examples of how to make them more meaningful to patients." N.S. (Jun. 2024)
"This was a great course with a good overview of aphasia therapies that I would definitely recommend, especially to newly qualified therapists." K.W. (June 2024)
"Discussing how to maximize therapeutic effectiveness and pairing with specific therapeutic approaches was beneficial. Great references and examples!" O.B. (Apr. 2024)
"The overview of Aphasia Treatments, including Semantic Feature Analysis, plus the multidimensional scoring/rating system, was helpful. I liked the ease of access, which fit my schedule." C.M. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussed the importance of functional training for the client in conjunction with communication partner training. This is different from the focus of therapy in the past. This course was comprehensive and offered many resources." D.I. (Mar. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss how to incorporate personally relevant tasks into EBP treatments. I liked the use of video examples." C.G. (Mar. 2024)
"Treatment strategies and their application was helpful. I liked the course pacing and structure." C.S. (Mar. 2024)
"This course was a great overview with good video examples. Everything was great." C.M. (Feb. 2024)
"Beneficial discussion regarding each type of therapy." A.L. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing ways to implement conversational topics was beneficial. I liked the ideas to use with potential clients." A.K. (Jan. 2024)
"Direct instructions on how to implement assessment and intervention tools in daily clinical practice. Beneficial discussion of different methods to determine what is important for the client in therapy." T.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The identification of specific resources available was helpful. I liked how the presenter applied what she was talking about to the case of her "patient" to help us see how we would be able to apply the information in this presentation with our actual patients." E.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Starting with functional interview or assessment before standardized testing was beneficial." P.B. (Dec. 2023)
"It was beneficial to discuss best practices, assessments, and interventions that have the most impact on our patient's functional life." P.K. (Nov. 2023)
"I found all the information, references, websites, and charts very helpful. The speaker was great, and the information flowed nicely. My original training for aphasia did not include the importance of functional decline or the impact it should have in developing an appropriate treatment plan." W.R. (Nov. 2023)
"The review of treatment strategies was very useful. I liked how the presenter described the rationale for a treatment strategy, the key components of the strategy, and a demonstration. Well done!" K.K. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the examples of tests and treatments." K.K. (Oct. 2023)
"Finally, a course that specifically addresses evidence-based treatment and HOW to do it! I liked the videos with examples. The 2nd half addressed HOW to do the tx and write the goals. The tables explaining how to provide the tx were very helpful." B.M. (Aug. 2023)
"This course provided an excellent overview of best practices for aphasia therapy along with a host of interventions. Course was clear, concise, and relevant to the limitations clinicians face with time constraints in therapy." M.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the websites shared to get written information for communicative partners." D.B. (Jun. 2023)
"The therapy ideas to increase conversation and help the partner were beneficial. I liked the videos showing examples of treatment." J.A. (Jun. 2023)
"The Informal Assessment, along with the client centered approaches to determine patient activity wants and communication needs were beneficial. I liked the different and best treatment approaches to promote successful communication outside of the therapy setting, such as Script Training, RET, PACE, Supported Communication For Aphasia, Semantic Feature Analysis, and, of course, the importance of spouse and family training in the use of Supported Conversation to promote the PWA's ability to express information and get their point across." V.M. (May 2023)
"The idea of setting patient priorities prior to impairment-based testing was beneficial. I liked the video examples of how the therapy can be carried out in relation to a specific patient-centered goal." S.V. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the examples of materials and treatment techniques and the case study. Making therapy relevant to the client based on their interests and things that are directly important to the client." L.O. (Apr. 2023)
"All of it was relevant. Easy to follow. The presenter gave relevant examples that can be used in practice." R.W. (Apr. 2023)
"Communication Partners and script training are practical methods for my practice. I enjoyed the different links of resources." S.G. (Apr. 2023)
"Treatment approaches and videos to exemplify them were beneficial. I liked the treatment options and videos." R.F. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the outline of evidence-based treatments." C.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Functional implementation ideas to improve verbal output. Good examples." A.C. (Mar. 2023)
"Practical information. I liked the discussion on focusing more on client-centered activities in treatment vs. my own agenda." B.G. (Mar. 2023)
"Video examples were great. Learning that you can carry out more than one type of aphasia therapy to target the same aims concurrently was beneficial. I liked that I could pause and return to course, and go over the information and the slides that were given to me." A.T. (Mar. 2023)
"Specific aphasia treatments - I liked the flexibility of course completion." R.C. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the treatment examples." K.A. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the case examples and going over how you would use each strategy. And the presenter! This was an absolutely great course. Thank you!" L.M. (Jan. 2023)
"The breakdown of different tx approaches was beneficial. I liked the stress on the importance of training communication partners." J.K. (Dec. 2022)
"Evidence-based treatments." R.N. (Dec. 2022)
"I work in acute care. This course will help me educate patients and families on treatment plans and help them understand what their course of treatment may look like as they rehabilitate. I also learned methods to address communication rehabilitation while still in the acute setting." S.J. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked how the presenter utilized all available resources to help develop and implement personalized treatment that will quickly lead to functional improvements." S.J. (Dec. 2022)
"Information that can directly be used with our patients. I liked the semantic feature analysis and communication training." M.P. (Dec. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." B.O. (Nov. 2022)
"Good review of tx techniques. I liked the case study carried throughout." M.F. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the context related Tx suggestions and caregiver involvement." B.H. (Oct. 2022)
"Details on aphasia therapies - good video examples." R.N. (Oct. 2022)
"The in-depth, very specific discussion of actual treatment components was amazing! A truly excellent course." J.H. (Sept. 2022)
"Different types of evidence based therapies that are relevant to clients. A number of resources were provided. As well as combined therapy approaches depending on client." M.D. (Sep. 2022)
"I enjoyed the entire course." J.S. (Sept. 2022)
"Provided a variety of interventions." K.G. (Aug. 2022)
"I loved it all, and I work in the home health care setting so I appreciate the steps of Client Centered Care." H.K. (Aug. 2022)
"Learning how to choose relevant goals, and from those goals how to implement the most appropriate therapy technique. I thought it was beneficial that the same case study or patient was used to demonstrate patient-centered care, along with the use of video examples for the chosen therapy techniques." N.P. (Aug. 2022)
"Video models of tx activities and examples of functional therapy were good." B.B. (July 2022)
"Liked everything! Excellent class. Speaker keeps you interested. Proper pacing. Not monotone like so many presenters. So many resources that I can turn around and use on Monday morning in therapy. Also, will help in my documentation of my visits." A.J. (June 2022)
"I liked the tools given – adult evaluation that focuses on clients' real needs." Y.G. (Apr. 2022)
"Names of tests and treatments to use was beneficial. Liked the evidence based and client centered approaches." R.G. (Apr. 2022)
"Liked the review of practical inventories to use with aphasics and their communication partners. Course was organized, easy to follow, and interspersed with pertinent references." B.S. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the various treatment programs for aphasia and relating it in a functional way to the client. The video that simulated examples given of the tx techniques was helpful." J.L. (Apr. 2022)
"Treatment that is meaningful to the client and their family; enjoyed Jacky's presentation style and the structure of the course." J.M. (Apr. 2022)
"Setting goals to be more client driven – I liked the examples given." R.B. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the part about the communication partners. It made me realize how the therapies can be artificial sometimes." A.F. (Mar. 2022)
"A realistic example of using patient priorities and functionally applying it to a patient's daily life. The example was laid out well and easy to follow, making it easy for me to visualize in my own clinical practice. Course was easy to follow along and apply to daily practice." S.H. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the specific treatment models and how to implement them. Very straight forward and good treatment info." E.S. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the practical review of client centered therapy approaches appropriate to the case studies, and its relevance to improving the quality of life of the client." L.L. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the examples of client centered programming, and it introduced some new assessment tools." J.K. (Jan. 2022)
"The presenter is engaging and has a conversational manner. I liked the discussion of evidence-based practice with respect to functionally-driven therapies." H.F. (Dec. 2021)
"I found the whole course very helpful. It was precise and useful to implement right away." D.C. (Dec. 2021)
"Going over the value of conversational speech was helpful." M.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I appreciated the application to a case study that all of us encounter and how the presenter walked the learner through her decision making. I liked the real life usefulness of the content." K.H. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the education on caregiver training and treatment approaches." A.W. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the method of functional goals with the client's priorities." C.K. (Oct. 2021)
"The efficacy of using a client centered treatment procedure was good." P.N. (Aug. 2021)
"Great examples of clients and use of therapy plan. Dialogues between mock clinician and patient is good." L.V. (May 2021)
"Find patient objectives, thoughtfully, using one of the three mentioned tools prior to initiating standardized tests. Also plan to use all therapeutic methods throughout treatment sessions vs using additive type therapy. Very well organized and logical in the outline. Excellent functional course." S.K. (May 2021)
“I liked the strategies to formulate realistic goals and objectives for the client.” R.M. (Mar. 2021)
“The descriptions of functionally based interventions and how they would be applied to a patient's interests /priorities was insightful.” S.M. (Feb. 2021)
“I like how the presenter stressed the importance of using personally relevant and important goals and activities. I also liked how the 2 goals were set (with client/family input)--having socially satisfying phone conversations and being able to have football conversations with friends. I also liked how each therapy strategy was explained step-by-step. The rate of speaking of the presenter was perfect. This course was excellent!” C.W. (Feb. 2021)
“Excellent case study was used to provide specific examples of how to use various evidence-based practices. Also, the presenter was very professional and provided excellent information throughout the course.” E.H. (Jan. 2021)
"I really liked the focus of making therapy goals meaningful and personally relevant to patients." S.B. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Harrison Jones, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course provides the critical background and foundational knowledge for developing and improving clinical RMT programs. Discussed will be anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system, strengths and weaknesses of commonly encountered RMT devices, interpretation of maximum inspiratory pressure (MIP) and maximum expiratory pressure (MEP), and RMT treatment including principles of training.... more+
"All of the RMST education was helpful. This course was very clear and concise." L.Y. (Aug. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss some of the different equipment options for RMT. Flexibility to take course at my own pace." C.P. (Aug. 2024)
"Helpful suggestions for how to implement RMT treatment. The slides were very helpful." S.D. (Aug. 2024)
"The videos were good." C.R. (Jul. 2024)
"Beneficial introduction to a variety of therapeutic targets for EMT and IMT, assessment, treatment implementation, dose training leading to maintenance. I liked the course's flexibility." E.C. (Jul. 2024)
"The idea that RMT is so beneficial to swallowing and for such a variety of patients. Introduction and research to support information and also the comparison of devices was beneficial." A.H. (Jun. 2024)
"Measuring MIP AND MEP was beneficial. I liked the demonstrations." B.C. (Jun. 2024)
"Clinical applications were helpful." M.G. (Jun. 2024)
"I enjoyed the review of the respiratory system, as it is something that impacts daily practice. I also liked the physiology review." C.B. (Jun. 2024)
"The review of A/P for respiration was super helpful. Didn't realize there were so many options for training devices." C.T. (May 2024)
"Additional training and exercises for patients were helpful. I liked all of the course, thank you." L.S. (May 2024)
"The discussion on Obtaining MIP and MEP was beneficial. I liked that the course was research supported." C.D. (May 2024)
"The differences between muscles of inspiration and expiration were helpful to discuss." K.R. (Apr. 2024)
"General explanation of RMT was beneficial. I liked all of the course." J.M. (Feb. 2024)
"The final slides on setting dose and reviewing MIP and MEP and contraindications were helpful. I enjoyed thinking about practical implications with patients." J.C. (Jan. 2024)
"The discussion on the muscles involved in respiration was beneficial. I liked learning about the different kinds of devices that can be used either in acute or outpatient settings." A.M. (Jan. 2024)
"RMT as part of a therapeutic program, devices to use were beneficial to discuss. I liked the ability to break into smaller sections." L.C. (Jan. 2024)
"Practical implementation to inpatient caseload: appropriate population, device types, treatment protocols, and contraindication considerations." R.L. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing the various ways these principles can help patients in dysphagia and dysarthria therapy was beneficial. I liked that I could complete this course at home, and the topic was applicable to my daily work." H.E. (Dec. 2023)
"Measurements of MIP and MEP. Very informative and easy to follow slides." S.F. (Dec. 2023)
"The assessment options and program development information were extremely informative. Also, I will benefit from the information comparing and contrasting the relative appropriateness of RMT administration by SLPs versus other disciplines. My home health team has accepted the concept of RMT as the property of the OT who took a course about using the Breather device without MIP/MEP assessment. I look forward to expanding the team members' understanding of SLP's role, as well as the viability of MIP/MEP in respiratory treatment decisions." C.V. (Dec. 2023)
"The presentation was well-paced and organized in such a manner that the complex flow of information was reasonable and easy to follow. I appreciated the video information." C.V. (Dec. 2023)
"This course was very thorough in explaining principles, procedures, and equipment. Possibly using this training for PD clients for dysphagia and dysarthria (hypophonia)." A.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial discussion on obtaining baseline information. I liked the course availability." M.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The review of MIP/MEP testing was beneficial. I enjoyed the info on dosing RMT." S.M. (Nov. 2023)
"The treatment targets were helpful. I liked the thorough background and research review." V.N. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing the treatment dose and frequency was beneficial." K.L. (Nov. 2023)
"Devices that can be used for RMT and affordable options were especially helpful! I liked learning more about how to measure MIP/MEP. Learning about the different devices available for clinicians for RMT." C.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Learning the benefits of RMT in different areas." C.O. (Nov. 2023)
"Thorough explanation of the respiratory system and the fundamentals of RMT. The explanation of contraindications and the use of an analog manometer were beneficial." J.P. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the research and tools to purchase for my facility." G.S. (Nov. 2023)
"This course was very practical and easy to follow. I really liked the video demonstrations. The slides with specific directions for clinical application were great, and I really enjoyed all of it, including the video demonstrations of measuring MIP/MEP." C.N. (Oct. 2023)
"The presenter was very thorough and explained things well. I am relatively new to EMST and have used it with a few Parkinson's patients, and I wanted a better understanding of RMT. This course has given me more confidence now with my understanding of RMT principles, and I feel that I can explain better now to my patients." J.L. (Oct. 2023)
"Very comprehensive course with good explanations and examples. Assessing RMT, dose/intensity/frequency practices, and contraindications." E.W. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the education re: MIP MEP, the meaning of terms, and appropriate parameters. And ease of completing the course at home." E.N. (Sep. 2023)
"Increased my knowledge in respiratory training. Learned how to determine MIP/MEP, and to incorporate exercises in therapy." L.L. (Sep. 2023)
"The process for initiating EMST, and creating appropriate treatment protocols/plans was helpful. I liked the content of this course, format, online availability." M.C. (Sep. 2023)
"Easy to navigate and great content! I found that the explanation of what RMT is, as well as how to implement with clients (dose, etc.) was very beneficial." L.C. (Sep. 2023)
"Clinical relevance - I liked the video examples and step by step instructions." C.D. (Aug. 2023)
"Understanding norms and calculating baseline, using a pressure gauge for assessment, and understanding different products on the market were beneficial topics. Liked I was able to review and continue at my own pace." L.C. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked how applicable the course was. Review of anatomy/physiology, review of literature, and instructions for taking MIP/MEP." G.R. (Jul. 2023)
"In-depth information - all you need to know to get started. Discussion of different RMT devices was beneficial. The calibration videos were informative!" L.H. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the functional application videos. Calculation of MIP and MEP was beneficial." K.K. (Jul. 2023)
"Demonstration of using manometer, information about treatment intensity and frequency were beneficial. I liked the videos/demonstrations." J.K. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the information regarding the different types of RMT devices. The videos showing how to obtain MIP and MEP were very helpful." D.S. (May 2023)
"Learning how to train and what level to train Pts for home exercise programming was beneficial." K.M. (May 2023)
"Measuring MIP and MEP was beneficial. I liked the review of the respiratory system." N.S. (Apr. 2023)
"Discussed use of various devices, as well as frequency, calibration, and benefits. I liked the presentation manner." J.B. (Apr. 2023)
"Relevant to my current clinical practice needs. EMST information was beneficial." D.M. (Apr. 2023)
"Review of options on the market was beneficial. I liked the demonstration." M.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Info about devices for RMST was beneficial. I liked the video examples." M.W. (Mar. 2023)
"Therapy targets to RMT. Contraindications. Clear content with examples and visuals." C.A. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning dosage and implications of RMT. I liked the demonstration of correct techniques." D.D. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the RMT assessment, interventions and the videos." L.S. (Jan. 2023)
"I found the discussion of possible contraindications of the Vasalva maneuver and RMT to be beneficial." A.W. (Jan. 2023)
"Very relevant to SLPs. Discussing respiratory system and different devices available was beneficial. I liked being able to control viewing so I could re-watch when needed. Course also had a good range of learning objectives covered." B.M. (Jan. 2023)
"All content was good. I liked the entire course." S.C. (Dec. 2022)
"The device discussion was excellent and unique. I liked that a clinician-scientist was involved. Excellent speaker. Good Notes." K.D. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system and relationship to SLP practice for RMT, and how to measure MIP/MEP. I liked the video demonstrations." R.K. (Dec. 2022)
"This course served as an overview to RMT with guiding principles and tx suggestions. Charts were helpful as a resource and to share with colleagues." M.J. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the specifics on how to instruct patients and the demonstrations. This course was very convenient." K.L. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning the basic knowledge and understanding of RMT was beneficial. Very well explained, senior presenter." M.G. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the respiratory data provided. Anatomy of the respiratory system was beneficial." A.R. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the video examples." E.P. (Nov. 2022)
"Understanding the importance of ventilation and upper airway. Good examples." T.P. (Nov. 2022)
"Providing additional approaches for supporting various treatment modalities. Liked that the course can be taken at my convenience." L.M. (Nov. 2022)
"The examples of baseline testing of MIP and MEP were helpful. Establishing baseline and how to incorporate various products." E.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Liked comparisons of respiratory training devices. Principles of RMT covered in detail." M.T. (Nov. 2022)
"The video demonstrations were helpful. The course addressed all the questions I had about RMT." K.K. (Oct. 2022)
"Learning how to apply RMT clinically, how to advocate for what is needed to complete my job, how to coach and educate the patient." M.S. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the information presented on the muscles used during inspiration and expiration. I really enjoyed the speaker. He kept in time with the slides, which made following along with the course much easier." D.Z. (Oct. 2022)
"The whole course was well structured to help understand how RMT is relevant to use with patients who need help improving their breath support. I liked the topic and how it was covered." A.V. (Sept. 2022)
"It was all pretty good. The subject matter is an area of interest to me." S.S. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the examples of evaluation and treatment. And the topic on more accurate evaluation and treatment for those residents in LTC suffering post-Covid." A.M. (Sept. 2022)
"The demonstrations with a variety of ages were helpful." J.M. (July 2022)
"I liked the video demonstrations." L .M. (July 2022)
"I would recommend this course. I liked the topic." B.G. (June 2022)
"Learning that improving respiratory function is possible. I liked the examples of devices." L.S. (May 2022)
"Learning the dosage/intervention intensity and how to instruct the patients through the process was beneficial. I enjoyed watching the models." E.B. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the RMT guidelines, contraindications, treatment length/intensity, and modeling of measurements of MIP/MEP." D.F. (Mar. 2022)
"I found the videos depicting how to find MIP/MEP to be the most beneficial. I liked how the process was explained first and then the video was used to supplement this explanation. I liked that all of the topics (respiration, MIP/MEP, RMT, etc) were explained in a very detailed manner." C.H. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the visuals, the organization, and the sequence of build up to the last topic of treatment." V.F. (Feb. 2022)
"Types of RMTs; how to measure MIP and MEP; how to set tx goals, practical use; studies to support use." J.B. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the practical information on the products and the demonstrations." M.E. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the clear presentation, available tools, and measuring MEP and MIP." L.J. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the clinical decision-making in using RMT based on therapeutic targets, contraindications, benefits, clinical judgment, and medical team consultation." M.E. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the instructor's knowledge on the topic, examples, flow of content, discussion about devices, and links to research." G.N. (Feb. 2022)
"The videos were extremely helpful. It was good to see how presenter gave the instructions and the coaching provided." S.E. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the information about the devices, both limitations and calibration, and use of photos and videos of the treatment showing different ages." T.N. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the way the information was presented and the ease of implementing into clinical practice." K.K. (Feb. 2022)
"Very good information on respiration and measuring results – MIP and MEP concepts – for consideration in daily practice." J.A. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the clear explanation of theory and practice of RMT, and the testing and contraindications." S.K. (Jan. 2022)
"Very functional course! This is the best pre-recorded course I have ever taken. The content on how to evaluate patients and how to initiate and carry out a treatment program was very concrete and seems easy to apply. The instructor made good use of videos and took the time to expose the learner to the variety of devices available in the market to use in RMT." J.M. (Dec. 2021)
"Excellent course!! Dr. Jones was so informative and I liked his laid back style. I especially enjoyed the video demonstrations (especially the ones of him performing MIP/MEP testing on his kids). I also liked that he had video demonstrations regarding how to calibrate the machines. I also really appreciated Dr. Jones showing the various devices you can use for RMT treatment, and noting the prices of various devices. He was very kind to demonstrate how to test for MIP/MEP using a more cost effective devices. Excellent course overall. Thank you! This was time well spent!" E.D. (Nov. 2021)
"The specific information to obtain MIP/MEP values and RMT information was good." R.O.G. (Nov. 2021)
"Measuring MIP/MEP and setting up treatment program was beneficial for my daily practice. I like that it is a treatment with specific measurements for patients to see progress." S.G. (Oct. 2021)
"The explanation of how to measure MIP & MEP. Also the functional use of it in daily practice. The video demonstrations were very helpful." T.S. (Oct. 2021)
"When discussing how to administer RMT, cliental that will benefit from it most, and testing for MIP and MEP. The length, the videos and easy to listen to lecturer were good." B.B. (Aug. 2021)
"This entire course on RMT will be beneficial in my daily practice. I liked the research provided and the detailed explanation of each part that comprises RMT. I feel confident in implementing this in my practice." E.C. (Jul. 2021)
"I appreciated the pt education on use of device. I liked that the topic explained thoroughly." S.W. (Jun. 2021)
"The instructor provided functional information and problem solving solutions for practicing SLPs in the acute setting. I especially enjoyed the discussion on populations/rationale for MIP/MEP training. Excellent course." T.S. (May 2021)
"I liked the video examples included within the presentation. The discussion on establishing RMT program based upon MIP and MEP results and reviewing the various RMT devices was most beneficial." L.T. (Apr. 2021)
“I appreciated the research grounding throughout the entire presentation.” J.L. (Mar. 2021)
"Excellent on data for respiration/inhalation." T.H. (Mar. 2021)
"Going over the information regarding the difference between resistance devices and pressure threshold devices and the different types of RMT devices available was most beneficial. I liked the demonstrations for obtaining the MIP/MEP and the research behind the benefits of RMT." L.M. (Feb. 2021)
"I enjoyed the specific treatment protocol guidelines and the review of the various RMT devices. The videos were helpful." B.P. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Marissa Rocheleau, MA, CCC-SLP
This course will cover issues related to choosing paper-based and digital evaluations, relevant factors that may impact assessments online for children and adults, and discuss potential solutions for common challenges in the online realm. It includes many product suggestions and screen captures of potential types of assessments that therapists can immediately apply in their practice ... more+
"It was helpful to review how to use Q-Global and WPS. I also liked the demo on the Little Bee Speech screener. I can apply much of this great information to my new teletherapy position in the school setting." L.T. (Aug. 2024)
"Types of evals able to do were beneficial. I liked that the course was short." K.S. (Jul. 2024)
"Adult evaluation tools and how to assess receptive language were helpful." T.D. (Jul. 2024)
"The more in-depth discussion on tele evaluations was beneficial." M.A. (Jun. 2024)
"Client behavior tips were helpful. I enjoyed going through the actual testing protocols and prices." J.W. (Mar. 2024)
"The discussion about the evaluation and ideas of apps to use was beneficial. The course was well organized and was full of examples - I liked the practical side to it." M.L. (Jan. 2024)
"I thought the discussion on results of studies revealing agreement between online vs in-person assessments was quite informative & very surprising. The tips on how to administer a receptive language evaluation online were practical and useful to the SLP. I liked the way the course was designed and organized. The instructor gave practical information regarding digital assessments of speech and language with children and adults." C.F. (Dec. 2023)
"Showing us the different apps and websites available for evaluating a client was helpful. I liked how the presenter gave us information on tests' validity, what is best / evidence-based practice for teletherapy evaluations, and different ways we can perform evaluations." J.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed the different apps and tests that were shown." C.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing the behaviors of children on telehealth was helpful. I liked the demonstrations." L.V. (Oct. 2023)
"Confirmation of good overall consistency in online and in-person assessment. I liked the demonstration of some assessment instruments." H.W. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the test descriptions and recommendations." M.L. (Aug. 2023)
"Review of online sources for evaluation was beneficial. This course helped me prepare for the administration of tests online." R.R. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked seeing the actual Q global demo." T.W. (Aug. 2023)
"I love that the second part of this course focused on evaluation procedures in more detail. I am looking forward to hearing more about treatment in the 3rd part of this course. I like that it was self-paced. I also like that this course has 3 different parts, so you can spend as much time as you want to take the whole course if you choose to do that." K.K. (Jul. 2023)
"The topic on administering teletherapy assessments was beneficial. I liked the presenter's examples." E.B. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the thoroughness and knowledge of the presenter. The example of evaluation given online was beneficial." B.M. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the resources for speech and language screenings and assessments. The topics covered in this course are beneficial for every SLP who is interested in doing evaluations in telepractice. The topic that I found most beneficial was the standard assessments available on Q global and the Articulation and Language screening apps available as well." L.R. (Feb. 2023)
"Nicely organized, good layout and easy to follow." L.S. (Jan. 2023)
"This course covered essential information in a short amount of time. The test used in online evaluations was beneficial." S.E. (Jan. 2023)
"The material was presented in a logical manner. I liked the procedures for online assessments." M.C. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the presentation of different online assessments for evaluation and how the presenter showed how to use them." S.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Understanding the current limitations of evaluations, and what is happening with digital telepractice was helpful." M.K. (Nov. 2022)
"Candid information about the pros and limitations of online evaluation tools. I liked the discussion of current digitized evaluation products." H.H. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the apps that could be used for screening/testing, and the exploration of Pearson and WPS was beneficial." L.M. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the step by step analysis and use of Q Global and WPS." S.S. (Sept. 2022)
"The entire presentation was beneficial to me." N.C. (July 2022)
"The presenter provided excellent information including the environmental considerations, examiner factors, examinee factors, technology, Q global and WPS website navigation samples. Good explanation to include a disclaimer statement in the evaluation report." B.D. (July 2022)
"Good organization and ease of presentation. Learning how to engage clients for testing with telepractice was beneficial." J.S. (July 2022)
"Good presentation of how to use the tests. I also liked learning about the Little Bee assessments and the screener created by the presenter." V.D. (June 2022)
"I liked the evaluation options, and validity and reliability for various areas in speech evals." K.B. (June 2022)
"The organization of the session flowed easily." M.P. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the apps that allow evaluating to be easier (selecting incorrect productions of speech sounds)." A.K. (Feb. 2022)
"I enjoyed the presentation of test materials and all of the information that each test provided via telepractice evaluations." A.M. (Jan. 2022)
"All aspects of the course were very beneficial." A.R. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the discussion on potential challenges to evaluating clients online and strategies to overcome these obstacles." M.S. (Nov. 2021)
"Just becoming more aware of telepractice evaluation as a potential service delivery model for some clients and pros and cons associated with its use. The provision of resources related to assessments that are available for telepractice and being able to view examples of several assessments was helpful." J.T. (Oct. 2021)
"Liked the examples of the software available online/digitally for use in Teletherapy evaluations. I appreciated the demonstrations between what Pearson and WPS offer, in particular. I liked the time spent on currently available resources." B.R. (Oct. 2021)
"The presenter was clear and easy to understand." R.S. (Oct. 2021)
"It provided a well-rounded presentation of the issues related to providing telepractice evaluations. I feel that I have a fairly good understanding of the requirements and areas that I need to further explore." K.F. (Jul. 2021)
"The tests that I can digitize and help with scoring to stream line the eval and report writing is beneficial for my daily practice. I enjoyed the ease of the presentation." J.G. (Jun. 2021)
"I gained a better understanding of use of standardized testing for telepractice and what to consider when using this method. I liked the demonstration of tests." E.B. (Jun. 2021)
"I have not conducted an online assessment, so this entire presentation was extremely helpful in figuring out what is feasible and what is less so when doing an evaluation using telepractice. It was empowering to see that several tests are available digitally and can be administered. It was also helpful to hear how you might report findings in an evaluation report." D.R. (May 2021)
"I appreciated the thorough review of considerations for providing evaluations via telepractice, available tests, and options, and I loved the screen share examples/visuals that show what service delivery actually looks like. I liked the organization, step by step instructions, and the visuals made this easy to follow and digest for someone new to telepractice." J.V. (Apr. 2021)
"I enjoyed learning about the pros and cons of using telepractice for evaluations. I liked that the course was practical." J.T. (Mar. 2021)
"I liked the screen share of how to utilize some of the testing material. Learning about some of the literature regarding Telepractice was especially helpful." S.E. (Feb. 2021)
"Seeing how to use the digital evaluations was most beneficial. I liked the practical advice. However, I expected more on how to actually do evaluations via teletherapy - demonstration." S.B. (Feb. 2021)
"I enjoyed the demos of the different apps available to allow provision of online evaluations." E.B. (Feb. 2021)
“I found the explanation of the different ways to find and use standardized assessments to be helpful.” M.N. (Feb. 2021)
“I liked that this course covers what is acceptable when conducting an online assessment; standardization considerations.” T.M. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Patrick Rydell, Ed.D., CCC-SLP
This course serves as the follow up to course, #e213. Most professionals and parents involved in ASD intervention are familiar with the latest empirical research. But, what’s next? What is our game plan? This LSP Advanced Course focuses on training professionals and parents for interventions that facilitate a child’s development from learning style weaknesses to learning style strengths. ... more+
"Incorporating turn-taking and peers early on to improve social communication was beneficial. I enjoyed the course flow and how each component built on the previous one." J.W. (Aug. 2024)
"Information on teaching joint action routines was very beneficial to my classroom, as well as how to teach visual prompting before verbal prompting. My students have moderate to severe autism, so I am excited to implement these techniques within my classroom! This training was easy to follow. I liked all of the examples that were given along with each section." M.L. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the idea of "when...then instead of if...then" and the practical examples." J.S. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussing the idea of when-then vs if-then was beneficial. I liked the multiple examples of each concept." L.C. (Jun. 2024)
"Each topic truly helped my area of work. I have worked in a Peds setting for 4 years now. There are always children that are object oriented which we can continue to learn about. Each topic was thoroughly discussed with excellent examples." S.C. (May. 2024)
"The use of the terms "when - then" for transitioning was a new concept for me. Dr. Rydell had very concrete and practical methods for enhancing language skills and positive behaviors with ASD children." M.K. (May. 2024)
"Love the video examples and the review of the LSP." S.S. (Mar. 2024)
"I appreciated the explanations of shared control and distance learning as descriptive words to use in creating goals and explaining skilled interventions to parents. I appreciated the handouts to be used in future situations and discussions with families." L.H. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the course organization and how day to day examples were explained and broke down common problems with practical solutions on how to fix it." S.D. (Dec. 2023)
"All of the content was beneficial. I liked the examples." R.M. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked that this course was broken down into small blocks." R.G. (Nov. 2023)
"All course sections were excellent. I liked the demonstrations of the concepts with toys and activities." B.H. (Sep. 2023)
"This information was really amazing and beneficial." M.S. (Sep. 2023)
"This presenter is fabulous. He is straightforward, and I feel like I can go right out and implement many of his strategies in my therapy sessions. When-then and joint action routines were beneficial topics." J.P. (Aug. 2023)
"Course is easy to listen to. I liked the methodical teaching of the social pieces. While I incorporate most of this into my current practice, I liked the intent and sequence." L.M. (Aug. 2023)
"The speaker presented exactly how to implement these practices with clear steps. I liked the symbolic and verbal portion of this course." S.R. (Jul. 2023)
"Direct, specific examples of how to handle situations, where to place items, what to do, and how to speak to help eliminate confusion. This course was clear and specific." A.C. (Jun. 2023)
"Attaining social cues from multiple partners and level of flexibility with objects, people and activities. Course was well organized, and I liked that it was broken into 10 different parts." V.A. (May 2023)
"Very practical. I love the idea of using JAR's and bringing in peers to support a child's ability to learn from others, especially within contexts of increasing flexibility and at distances. I liked the course outline and suggestions and examples." C.I. (Apr. 2023)
"I loved the hierarchical approach and the different metaphors to describe the techniques to parents. I liked the pace and length of the modules." K.W. (Apr. 2023)
"Setting up the environment, switching roles, using other people, setting up the JARS, transitions, all were beneficial. The directions are quite clear, as well as the rationale." P.H. (Mar. 2023)
"The entire LSP program has been great as we have implemented it into our daily treatment sessions with a number of autistic children. The degree to which the presenter describes this process was fantastic! Very informative and helpful in full understanding." L.K. (Feb. 2023)
"Course was simple and shareable, high usability. Counter intuitive to what is typically understood in helping kids with ASD." D.T. (Feb. 2023)
"I really appreciated the well-organized handout/"script" of the course. It helped me follow along with the teaching videos. I also went back later and read through the handout as well for any clarification that I needed." L.A. (Feb. 2023)
"This entire class is beneficial in my daily practice. I liked the video format and the handouts." D.S. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the connections made between the learning issues and the intervention strategies. Examples and use of clear descriptions of activities was beneficial. Many explanations using clear terminology." S.L. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning how to incorporate peers and siblings into therapy sessions. I liked the videos." M.H. (Dec. 2022)
"All of it was beneficial! The explanations were based in real situations and speaker described each activity with details so it was easy to imagine each situation. I liked the toys!" A.D. (Dec. 2022)
"I appreciated all the interventions and strategies that followed the Learning Style Profile and worked on the 10 components. The descriptions of the strategies and how they can be accomplished was very beneficial." S.D. (Nov. 2022)
"All topics were equally engaging. I liked the video of the presenter and supportive educational videos." I.B. (Oct. 2022)
"Learning how to teach joint action routines and how to get a child to attend to you! I liked the idea of helping kids help themselves by engaging in nonverbal learning." M.S. (Oct. 2022)
"The flow of this course was excellent!" Y.M. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the ideas for facilitating cognitive flexibility, decreased verbal prompting, and distancing. I appreciated the explanation and rationale behind "when/then." H.W. (Aug. 2022)
"It's applicable and appears to garner better generalization of skills and long term social communication outcomes." H.W. (Aug. 2022)
"The handout for me was the best part - a really good resource." J.G. (July 2022)
"The presenter was great and made things interesting!" L.D. (June 2022)
"I loved this course for all ten segments. I liked the emphasis on nonverbal / visual at all levels until child is ready to progress to verbal." E.H. (June 2022)
"Course was easy to follow and understand. Learning how to break down and implement each of the learning style profile points was helpful." K.P. (June 2022)
"Learning how to incorporate gradually increasing distances / distance learning with specific examples of tx techniques." J.L. (May 2022)
"The Executive Functioning topic and all the examples used was great. I loved the video of set of examples and the list of each component." A.T. (May 2022)
"LSP #8-9 information was great and very informative! I liked the in-depth breakdown and implementation techniques." A.C. (Apr. 2022)
"Every part of this online course was beneficial!" C.C. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the specific examples of what to do and why – simple, clear instructions." C.E. (Apr. 2022)
"I really appreciated the in-depth explanations of each step of the LSP and the examples given. Each level builds on the next and that progression really helped me understand how to move along with the kids I am working with. The handouts are great and helpful resources. Dr. Rydell explained each LSP using the same notes given in the handout so I didn't feel like I was searching through the reading material to learn more. He tied this all in together so well and you can tell he is knowledgeable about the material and can explain so the student can understand it." K.S. (Jan. 2022)
"I found all of the information to be helpful to my daily practice. I enjoyed all of the information presented in this online course, especially the activities that Dr. Rydell presented today during each level of training." A.M. (Jan. 2022)
"Great course. I liked all of it!" A.N. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked all of it. The presentation was done in two parts. The second part was more in-depth and the handouts were helpful." C.N. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked how it was broken down and organized. Using an object to transition with the student, keeping things fairly non-verbal at first. The little steps of how to transition the student to more distance learning." C.M. (Nov. 2021)
"The discussions of each of the areas of the LSP are relevant to my daily practice in some way and help me plan for both my individual and group sessions for my patients on the spectrum. I liked the examples of activities because it helped illustrate the components of the LSP in real-life therapy situations and helped me think of ways to implement the strategies with my own activities." L.R. (Oct. 2021)
"I like the flexibility with objects, activities and people, shared control, and verbal/symbolic communication. I also liked how it was organized with a visual activity/example for each LSP component." S.K. (Oct. 2021)
“I like integrating JARs to every component and the little tweaks you can do along the way with your clients, depending on their level/learning style. Very helpful, actionable and realistic to help you plan goals/intervention for our young ASD clients, who struggle so much with attention and focus to tasks.” K.J. (Sept. 2021)
"I love how applicable this protocol seems like it will be. I liked how very clearly outlined it was." S.H. (Aug. 2021)
"Very helping in delivering therapy. I liked that there wasn't too much emphasis on theory and things that won't help right away in therapy. Very good & interesting course." G.S. (Aug. 2021)
"It was very logically presented. The first 3 topics were especially helpful." L.S. (June 2021)
"Going over when to prompt and when to lay back on prompting not being so verbal was most beneficial. I liked the course's practicality with young learners." B.C. (May 2021)
"The entire presentation was stellar, but the comments about not doing the same thing in same way twice definitely hit home." S.M. (Mar. 2021)
"I liked the clear explanations of strategies, why they work, and how to discuss with parents the value of a natural developmental style and explain how early steps will eventually lead to the desired learning outcomes." M.F. (Feb. 2021)
"I loved the example on how to implement learning style profile in therapy." J.C. (Feb. 2021)
"The workshop discussing how to implement the Learning Style Profile was helpful. I liked the practicalness of the information." C.S. (Jan. 2021)
"It was helpful to have each LSP component broken down and therapy ideas integrated into each goal/priority. The instructor is very engaging!" K.B. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Roxann Diez Gross, PhD, CCC-SLP, ASHA Fellow
Learn to problem solve a range of conditions that may occur when working with patients who have indwelling tracheostomy tubes. Problem scenarios are presented along with solutions. Learn to identify symptoms that could indicate a patient may benefit from a different type of tracheostomy tube. Discussed will be tube variables such as tube angle, length, flexibility, and neck plate configuration. ... more+
"I thought all of this information was incredibly useful, and I particularly appreciated learning about all the other different types of speaking valves as well as the explanation on the role of the inner cannula - why it's important to have it, why patients will report greater ease of breathing without it, and what to do about it. Simple and highly effective format - common problem followed by an in-depth solution." S.C. (Aug. 2024)
"The problem-solution format was a nice way to teach this information. I enjoyed the format and speaker knowledge." L.W. (Jun. 2024)
"The visuals were good, and I liked the general knowledge of different trach and speaking valves." S.C. (May. 2024)
"Problem-solving and exploring different technology was helpful." F.A. (May. 2024)
"Presenter did a good job covering each topic adequately. Good pacing to readily move through lots of content." K.M. (Apr. 2024)
"All of the course was beneficial. I enjoyed the pictures of the items." E.G. (Apr. 2024)
"I appreciated her providing case studies regarding her experience with different problems and how she solved them. It showed me the importance of not giving up, and how providing education to our colleagues can be so important. I liked the pictures and examples." S.G. (Feb. 2024)
"This was a great review of talking valves and fittings." P.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Very experienced clinician presenter. Beneficial discussion regarding troubleshooting ventilator leaks and the use of speaking valves." R.G. (Nov. 2023)
"This entire topic was relevant to my job. I liked the format of presenting a problem and then discussing solutions." E.C. (Nov. 2023)
"This was a helpful topic above and beyond the usual "this is how trachs work." I did not know that trach sizes vary between brands because my facility only uses Shiley. For instance, a size 6 Portex is not the same size as a size 6 Shiley." J.B. (Nov. 2023)
"Real-world examples and practical applications. I loved all of the practical examples for troubleshooting various solutions." D.W. (Oct. 2023)
"Discussing solutions to common trach problems was helpful. I liked the clinical relevance of this course." J.R. (Oct. 2023)
"Different ways to intervene based on each individual tract patient. I liked the implementation of personal clinical experience." A.W. (Sep. 2023)
"Learning trach tube fit variations was beneficial." S.B. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the talking trach tubes discussion. And the pictures and videos." L.B. (Sep. 2023)
"Very well done presentation. Examples and style of presentation were very good." S.C. (Sep. 2023)
"Comprehensive. Discussed many different available products and indications for trach changes." B.M. (Aug. 2023)
"The information about the different kinds of trach tubes was helpful. I liked troubleshooting the cases." M.W. (Aug. 2023)
"Clear presentation with examples and video, thank you. The discussion to enable better recognition of different trach types was beneficial." J.A. (Jul. 2023)
"Wow. I will definitely be talking to RT about some of these newer products. Thank you!" E.K. (Jul. 2023)
"I found this training to be very helpful and encouraging. It was nice to see how determined the presenter was to help those who have tracheostomy tubes to speak. I had not received training in my master's degree program for the tubes or speaking valves, so all of the presentation was helpful." C.O. (Jun. 2023)
"The speaker's knowledge and determination to restore speech for trach clients was nice to see. The videos, stories and photos were also very helpful." C.O. (Jun. 2023)
"The variety of tracheostomy tubes presented and problem-solving were beneficial. Loved the problem-solving and recommendation suggestions." A.H. (May 2023)
"The problem solving discussions were beneficial. I liked trouble shooting the different problems." A.H. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked all of it. Good video examples and handouts." J.K. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the case examples and variety of equipment. Good visuals." S.F. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the problem-solving strategies." M.W. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning the various types of trach tubes and their function was beneficial. I liked the thoroughness and knowledge of the speaker." J.W. (Jan. 2023)
"Practical takeaways." G.B. (Dec. 2022)
"This course provided functional strategies that would be easy to implement in clinical practice. The videos and demos were really helpful." A.H. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked that I can replay the course and adjust according to personal time." N.R. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning about the different brands of tubes and why MD's choose one over the other was beneficial. I liked that course was self-paced." E.B. (Nov. 2022)
"The presenter was knowledgeable. Provided a good review of the parts of a trach tube and differences in trach tubes." K.I. (Nov. 2022)
"I knew some of this information, but learned a lot about different types of tubes." D.D. (Nov. 2022)
"Multiple problem examples and solutions for trach patients and how to educate hospital staff, SNF, and family." V.B. (Oct. 2022)
"The videos and photos were amazing! I liked the case studies." A.D. (Oct. 2022)
"The whole topic was so informative and educational. I really enjoyed it. I liked the fact that the speaker followed along with the handout." D.Z. (Oct. 2022)
"This speaker was excellent and I'm going to look for other presentations that she does. Thank you." D.Z. (Oct. 2022)
"Very informative course." M.W. (Oct. 2022)
"The information was very clear and it is very accessible for everyone." M.A. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked that presenter discussed real-life scenarios and gave examples of what to look at and how she addressed them. It was a good review for me on the different types of trachs." R.L. (Sept. 2022)
"All of this was new and of interest. Learning the types and varieties of tracheostomy tubes and their functions was very beneficial. The instructor had excellent pictures of the various types of tubes and accessories. They were very helpful along with her use of a pointer (arrow) because most photos showed intricate details that required careful observation to understand their functions." E.B. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the multiple examples and videos." L.G. (Sept. 2022)
"The variety of options & visuals to assist with understanding was good. The problem scenarios were great." A.V. (Aug. 2022)
"The personal examples the presenter gave were good." J.P. (Aug. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." K.G. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the format of the course." H.H. (June 2022)
"I liked the format that she did where she gave a common problem and then provided the solution instead of just talking about each tube and what it can and cannot do. It's helpful for someone like me who does not encounter traches often and are not familiar enough with them to be able to problem solve like that. I liked how she presented each problem with a solution." K.B. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the problem solving examples using real patients." T.S. (Mar. 2022)
"Liked that the information was very direct and to the point. I especially liked the fenestrated trach information." K.B. (Feb. 2022)
"Well presented. Gives real-life examples." L.J. (Feb. 2022)
"I learned how to make the patient more comfortable with the tracheostomy." L.S. (Feb. 2022)
"Quick and to the point. Increased use of trach's in our acute care facility s/p COVID, therefore all the various types of tubes and speaking valves is helpful for education of staff for patient care." M.G. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked learning about the different problems that you may face. I liked the case at the end with the 2 year old patient." K.S. (Jan. 2022)
"The case history experiences were helpful." S.L. (Jan. 2022)
"The pace and the amount of information was great. I liked seeing and understanding all the different types of trach tubes and the circumstances for their use." E.T. (Jan. 2022)
"I enjoyed the entire presentation. Education on cuff deflations was helpful." A.D. (Dec. 2021)
"Visual examples increased understanding of topic – learned about several tracheostomy tube types and possible problems." L.G. (Dec. 2021)
"Learning the different kinds of tracheostomy tubes and accessories and how they function. Liked the introduction of different kinds of tracheostomy tubes." C.C. (Dec. 2021)
"I appreciated the review of trachs in general and the convenience of the course." M.H. (Nov. 2021)
"The problem solving scenarios and videos were very helpful. Loved the format. Present problem and then immediate solutions." T.F. (Oct. 2021)
"Entire lecture is technically advanced, supported by research and enhanced by patient videos. Excellent course." C.J. (Oct. 2021)
"The explanation with visual aid such as video were good." C.K.C. (Sept. 2021)
"I liked that the course addressed topics to troubleshoot for tracheostomies of all stages and the pictures and figures." J.C. (Sept. 2021)
"In-line information; all possible issues that I may encounter in the inpatient setting were addressed." B.K. (Aug. 2021)
"The pictures were helpful & presentation was well organized." L.W. (Jul. 2021)
"I think problem-solving in general is great for daily practice. This course was very indicative of what a day in the life of a SLP is like when working with patients with tracheostomy tubes. I was looking for more experience in this area of practice and was given some helpful tips. I liked that we were given specific examples and that the instructor walked through potential solutions for each problem. This was very practical." A.D. (Jun. 2021)
"The method of delivery was concise and easy to follow for the most part. Great basic information to let me get started." S.S. (May 2021)
"The most useful for me will be the information regarding temporary trach management and problem-solving. I liked the clear, concise language. I LOVED the real-world format of presenting a problem and discussing both successful and unsuccessful attempts to address the problem." C.D. (Apr. 2021)
"I liked the problem based learning." A.B. (Mar. 2021)
“This course provides a very realistic/functional approach to managing tracheostomy patients, listing a problem and how to troubleshoot it. It gave me more confidence as a clinician starting with trach care in a facility with minimal-to-no guidance.” D.C. (Feb. 2021)
"I found the discussion of different tubes - their component parts and various branding - most beneficial to enable a better fitting trach tube for better results rather than just the go to tubes we have available in my facility." N.M. (Feb. 2021)
"I enjoyed the information about cuff deflation/inflation, talking about trachs, and the suction aid. I liked the ease of the presentation and organization of info. However, I expected more actual tx techniques & demonstrations." R.H. (Jan. 2021)
“I enjoyed the visual representation of airway configurations and how each tube could be used for the specific needs of patients.” K.S. (Jan. 2021)
“I think problem-solving in general is great for daily practice. This was very indicative of what a day in the life of a speech-language pathologist is like when working with patients with tracheostomy tubes. I was looking for more experience in this area of the practice and was given some helpful tips. I liked that we were given specific examples and that the instructor walked through potential solutions for each problem.” A.D. (Dec. 2020)
Presenter: Jill Shook, MS, CCC-SLP
Do you want to start a SLP private practice but aren’t sure where to begin? Wish you had a step-by-step guide to answer all your questions? This course will help you navigate through the process of starting a private practice. Whether you are planning for a part-time vs. full-time practice, pediatric vs. adult clients, or medical vs. non-medical setting, the content of this course is applicable across settings and populations. Topics include... more+
"This was very in-depth and helpful for someone just starting to look into the benefits and drawbacks of opening a private clinic/practice. I found the billing and HIPAA sections to be the most helpful. I liked the handouts and the clarity of discussion in each of the topics." K.B. (Aug. 2024)
"All of the topics were helpful and related. I liked that course was broken down into different sections. It helped give me ideas that I had not previously thought of in the steps of opening a practice." A.D. (Aug. 2024)
"All the paperwork required for starting a private practice was helpful. I liked the breakdown of each section." E.E. (Aug. 2024)
"Insurance billing was a beneficial topic. Well categorized." T.E. (Aug. 2024)
"Since all topics are necessary to know if you are starting a private practice, I appreciated all of them. I enjoyed the detail with which each topic was addressed." R.N. (Aug. 2024)
"Billing and HIPAA were beneficial topics. The course was simple and clear." T.H. (Aug. 2024)
"Requirements for starting a private practice (e.g. registering business) were helpful. Easy to follow, good pdf resources." H.K. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the marketing ideas." K.R. (Jun. 2024)
"The breakdown of the steps on how to get a PP started was helpful. I liked everything! Very informative and helpful." C.R. (May 2024)
"All of the information was helpful." A.E. (May 2024)
"I found all of the information beneficial. I have worked in an outpatient clinic or rehabilitation hospital for my entire work life, and it is good to know what is happening behind the scenes. Particularly how much work it takes to keep everything safe. This course gave me good guardrails for setting up a private practice and provided next steps. The materials are also easily accessed, so I feel comfortable coming back to them again and again if I need them." A.C. (Apr. 2024)
"I found the checklist of things to complete and get in order prior to starting the private practice extremely helpful. I liked all the separate sections and handouts included." A.D. (Apr. 2024)
"I am in the process of drafting a business plan, so ALL of this information is VITAL to be aware of and comply with. Each topic was comprehensive and she anticipated any questions I would have been left with...it was detailed without being overwhelming." E.L. (Apr. 2024)
"The breakdown of steps needed to start my business was helpful. I liked that the presenter gave examples from her own experience starting a business." K.W. (Apr. 2024)
"I found the discussion about tax basics and HIPAA to be the most beneficial. I liked that the course was self-paced." B.C. (Apr. 2024)
"General guidelines to starting, billing/insurance, and tax information. Broken down into understandable language for each section." E.B. (Mar. 2024)
"Everything was beneficial! The course was short but not too short, i.e., it did not leave out important details. It is a great resource that I know I will be referring to over and over again." H.G. (Mar. 2024)
"This course was extremely detailed and informative. I liked the discussion on tax deductions and insurance billing." K.M. (Mar. 2024)
"Marketing, HIPAA, the Forms section, it was all so helpful! Jill Shook made the subject interesting. She is so knowledgeable in this area, and I trust her. Very thankful for this webinar." S.O. (Feb. 2024)
"It was all beneficial; the detailed information regarding creating a business plan will help me the most moving forward. Straightforward information was presented with applicable examples." B.A. (Feb. 2024)
"Every module was useful and well presented. All information shared is useful and relevant to starting and maintaining a private practice. Charts and graphics provided are well-organized and helpful." K.P. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing the business plan was helpful. I liked the course's ease of access." C.S. (Feb. 2024)
"Getting Started and Marketing were beneficial topics. I liked the additional materials and links." S.R. (Feb. 2024)
"Marketing and EHR/EMR were beneficial topics. I liked all the useful handouts and business plan sheets to fill out." A.Z. (Jan. 2024)
"This course helped me make sure my rate is fair and helped me be more informed about how to bill insurance properly. It organized all the information I needed into one course. Otherwise, I would need to find this information from multiple sources." A.S. (Jan. 2024)
"I felt like all of the course was beneficial. I have found that at different times during the Private Practice process, I've gone back to different sections to reference. I liked the thoroughness of this course. She really gave the needed information in all areas, which was extremely helpful. I've done other Private Practice seminars that didn't quite leave you with what you needed." J.C. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked how concise and well put together this course was." R.W. (Jan. 2024)
"Going over the HIPAA basics eased my mind. The breakdown of each section was helpful." T.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the specific examples and depth of info. Budget, tax, and billing info were helpful." M.P. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial topics were billing, a checklist for starting a private practice, and planning. Real application of information, good format, and examples." H.W. (Dec. 2023)
"Getting started and new business everything was helpful. I liked all of the insurance information." T.D. (Dec. 2023)
"The budgeting topic was beneficial. I liked that the course was segmented by topic." L.G. (Dec. 2023)
"Very in-depth and practical information. This entire course was helpful to me as I am hoping to start a private practice in the near future." L.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Taxes, deductions, HIPAA, etc. were beneficial topics." J.M. (Nov. 2023)
"All the content was beneficial. I liked that the course was simple." A.C. (Nov. 2023)
"The Info on where to start was helpful. Easy to follow and digest information." E.M. (Nov. 2023)
"The topics regarding tax information and the HIPAA regulations for private practice were beneficial. I liked that the presenter included a lot of information in small sections, so it was easier to get through the entire course and take it "chunk" by "chunk." L.T. (Oct. 2023)
"This course will help me to start my own practice one day. I liked the speaker's practical stories." S.R. (Oct. 2023)
"I am just starting up...so it was all useful. I liked the way this course was set up so I could go back and review information. Great overview." L.A. (Oct. 2023)
"Everything was explained well. The steps were listed to start my own private practice." S.P. (Sep. 2023)
"Multiple areas covered; organized presenter; HIPAA compliance." C.F. (Sep. 2023)
"Literally every topic was so helpful. I could not have opened my private practice without this course. Thank you, Jill Shook!" L.F. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the resources shared and the presenter's personal experience." T.H. (Aug. 2023)
"The presenter was very knowledgeable. I liked learning about the different business structures. The tax information and HIPAA compliance information was very helpful too." C.N. (Jul. 2023)
"This course was detailed, thorough, and covered important information that will be valuable when starting my practice. I found the section discussing the First Steps to setting up your practice helpful." B.H. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the amount of specific details needed to start a business." E.D. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked how the course was separated out into topics." J.A. (Jun. 2023)
"Marketing strategies, billing, and CPT codes were beneficial topics. I liked the course as a whole." M.S. (Jun. 2023)
"The portions relating to HIPAA compliance, setting up business information, and the resources pages were most helpful. I love the online courses by NSS because they allow me to work at my own pace during hours that don't take away from my practice or home life." H.M. (Jun. 2023)
"Specific examples, and step-by-step actions presented. Tax information and billing information were beneficial." A.C. (May 2023)
"I liked the amount of detailed information presented. NPI registration clinic setup was beneficial." G.M. (May 2023)
"I appreciated the step-by-step instructions when starting your own practice. I liked all the resources." J.D. (May 2023)
"First steps, tax deductions, rates/insurance, and billing were all beneficial. I liked the course duration. Information was concise." S.D. (May 2023)
"The taxes and HIPAA sections were so helpful. The presenter explained everything so easily and in a way that made me understand. I liked the specific examples and the way she easily broke down heavy information into quick videos." A.H. (Apr. 2023)
"The discussion on the billing was beneficial. I liked the provided handouts to use." P.I. (Apr. 2023)
"Very thorough course, and I loved that it's step-by-step! Handouts and links to websites were beneficial." T.P. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the first steps to setting up a business. Very informative and easy to understand." S.M. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked how detailed all of the steps were for starting a private practice. I found the information regarding medical billing most beneficial. Overall, I thought this course was a great overview to starting a private practice." A.D. (Mar. 2023)
"Tax information, HIPAA information were beneficial. I liked the included handouts." J.G. (Mar. 2023)
"Marketing ideas and tax deduction section were beneficial. Presented in layman's terms." L.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Lots of information and well-written slides. I liked the Getting Started and the Tax sections." R.G. (Mar. 2023)
"This entire course was amazing from start to finish. All the information that I needed!!" T.H. (Feb. 2023)
"All of it was beneficial. I am trying to transition from school to private practice. This information was very useful." C.D. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the checklist of needs.... the numbers you have to have before moving forward were beneficial. I like that there is a Facebook discussion board that I can ask further questions." H.R. (Jan. 2023)
"Most of this was new information for me, so each topic and discussion was beneficial. I liked that it gave me the information I did not know I needed." J.L. (Jan. 2023)
"I found the tax information and the CPT code information to be particularly informative; I learned a great deal! I appreciated how clear and well-organized the presented materials were. Jill is an excellent presenter; concise, clear, and informative....I would definitely take a course from her again!" R.M. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the tax information and that this course was self-paced." L.H. (Jan. 2023)
"Covered a wide variety of topics for starting a business." M.A. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked how thorough this course was and how it was easy to follow. I thought each topic was extremely beneficial for someone starting a private practice." K.L. (Dec. 2022)
"Everything was good. I liked all the detail." E.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Wonderful handouts! Presenter is very knowledgeable." A.G. (Dec. 2022)
"Very clearly laid out with easy-to-use resources." J.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked how all the information was broken into modules for organization. I appreciate all the handouts and links that went with the course." L.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning the materials you need to start a business, and a review of HIPAA practices for starting your business were beneficial." L.B. (Dec. 2022)
"All of it was helpful as I will be starting my own practice in the near future. It was concise and a quick run down of the basics for getting started." S.R. (Nov. 2022)
"The HIPAA section was very informative. I liked that you can watch and review the course when you have time." C.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Course was very informative and well-organized. The HIPAA-compliant information will be very beneficial. I also feel more confident having a list of what I need to do and some guidance on how to accomplish those tasks." C.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Clearly organized." N.R. (Nov. 2022)
"Clearly outlined and relevant info." E.R. (Nov. 2022)
"All of it was helpful in giving me a place to start my private practice. It was very organized." P.K. (Nov. 2022)
"It was all really important info. I liked the conversational style of the presenter, the handouts, the links, and the thoroughness." C.L. (Oct. 2022)
"I like that I'm able to go back and review the information. It was a lot of information, so I'll be taking the speaker's advice to do a little at a time." H.S. (Oct. 2022)
"All of it was extremely helpful. I went from knowing absolutely nothing to having a place to start researching." R.L. (Oct. 2022)
"All the topics were given in an easily understandable language and was useful to make decisions. The course covered all necessary topics needed and I liked the availability for the online facebook support group." A.S. (Sept. 2022)
"There is nowhere else to get this information. I think the entire course is a specific topic that is difficult to access. I am absolutely grateful for this course and presenter. Jill was personable and maintained a very friendly tone in sharing information that I am sure could easily be overwhelming. The clarity of a lot of complex information was amazing! It was coherent, well-labeled, had informative slides, and the presentation was excellent!" C.I. (Sept. 2022)
"Everything was very helpful and informative, and especially the sections on HIPAA, business structures, starting out, and taxes. The course was very thorough and informative. I feel like I learned everything I need to know in order to start my private practice." J.W. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the resources provided." M.B. (Sept. 2022)
"The course was very thorough." D.G. (Aug. 2022)
"All of the information provided was beneficial." L.C. (Aug. 2022)
"I like that I did not have to complete it in one sitting and can go back and reference the material indefinitely." M.M. (Aug. 2022)
"I like that it was self-paced and doesn't expire." G.C. (Aug. 2022)
"The whole discussion was informative. It was exactly what I needed as I take baby steps into private practice. I liked that the content was well organized. The sections were easy to understand because they were relayed in small increments." J.W. (July 2022)
"I appreciated how Jill went into detail about each topic." E.S. (July 2022)
"The checklists for ensuring you have everything you need in order to properly start a business were very helpful." C.K. (July 2022)
"It was all very beneficial as I am new to private practice. I like that I can go at my own pace. The presenter was to the point but thorough enough to get you started." M.B. (July 2022)
"The class was very through and detailed. Perfect to give you the information to start up your business. All the handy charts and very detailed information to refer back to were good." A.H. (July 2022)
"All of the course was helpful for starting a private practice." B.S. (July 2022)
"I found that all the information outlined and in one place will be helpful when I start my own practice. I liked that this online course was self-directed and that I have access to it later when I will need to reference it again." M.P. (July 2022)
"Very thorough! Learning how to set rate without price fixing and some more marketing ideas." S.K. (July 2022)
"It was quite comprehensive as far as the number of topics discussed." M.B. (June 2022)
"Everything was helpful. I know where to get started and will be referring back to the slides as I continue to establish my business. I like how it was broken down and the resources provided." L.E. (June 2022)
"The way it is split up made it easier to do the course gradually, section by section. The information was very well explained." S.S. (June 2022)
"I think all the topics are "must know" topics, so the entire presentation was beneficial. Being able to start and stop the presentation and complete it at my own pace was helpful. Also, it was reasonably priced." V.S. (May 2022)
"Each section really gave a good explanation of examples, comparisons and/or breakdowns of specific information pertinent to trying to start your own company. I also liked the order she put everything in, which made it easy for me to make a checklist of ordered steps I need to take." N.G. (May 2022)
"Every section had something in it I didn't know, so I learned with each section! Also, I liked I could do it at my own pace. The information was outlined clearly, but if I didn't understand something I could go back and review it, especially the tax section." S.C. (Apr. 2022)
"It was very detailed and easy to follow. The business structure, credentialing, and insurance discussions were helpful." T.J. (Apr. 2022)
"The course is really well thought out, and explained intro to private practice. Pretty much exactly what I was looking for!" K.C. (Mar. 2022)
"Very well organized, broken up into sections, and very detailed information." E.H. (Mar. 2022)
"Very comprehensive course. I liked the section on website SEO." B.S. (Mar. 2022)
"Very helpful information to avoid major mistakes in starting your practice." J.T. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked that the presenter walked us through her own experience. I liked all of the course." K.S. (Feb. 2022)
"It was comprehensive and I feel much more confident about getting started in my own practice now." K.A. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the whole thing - I'm sure I'll be coming back intermittently to review. I like how it was broken down into smaller segments that are clearly labeled, it will make review easier." A.F. (Feb. 2022)
"I am exploring the idea of opening a private practice, so really all of this was beneficial information. The speaker was organized and explained everything very clearly. I appreciated the resources that she provided for future reference." S.M. (Jan. 2022)
"The entire presentation was very helpful. The course was comprehensive and easily understood to new therapists just beginning a private practice journey." K.W. (Jan. 2022)
"Comprehensive coverage of the topic was very helpful in understanding how to transition to private practice. Thank you!" P.C. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the billing information and the HIPAA information. I also liked the Google My Business portion, that I hadn't been aware of." A.D. (Jan. 2022)
"All of the business plan information was very helpful." B.D. (Jan. 2022)
"The detail and breakdown of startup costs, taxes, and set up of rate were very beneficial for me. I liked how comprehensive it was." T.D. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked EVERYTHING! Business structure plan, taxes basics, deductions, coding, billing, etc. How easily digested all information is presented. Eye opener!" C.R. (Dec. 2021)
"This was an in depth and highly educational course. I have been looking for more information pertaining to private practice and this was much more informative and detailed than anything else I've found. I appreciated that the course was broken down into segments so that I could easily come back and continue if I needed to take a break. It also helped me feel a little less overwhelmed by the amount of information. I also am impressed with the amount of handouts that were included." M.H. (Dec. 2021)
"I loved the practical tips for startup and for budgeting. The presenter was great to listen to and very knowledgeable." K.L. (Dec. 2021)
"The ideas for marketing my private practice were very helpful and included options I hadn't thought of. This course was very thorough and included all the details you need to know to set up your private practice. I had tried to find a lot of this information on my own and it was very confusing. It's so helpful to have it all laid out for you in one place by someone who has clearly spent the time to research it all." T.C. (Nov. 2021)
"The most beneficial information was how to get started setting up a private practice. I liked the great information that can be applied immediately." A.S. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked everything because I am barely starting my practice. The examples she gave and personal experiences were good." H.F. (Sept. 2021)
"Refresher on HIPAA regulations and billing process was good. The instructor was very practical and held my attention." J.C. (Aug. 2021)
"It is a very concise description of all the basic requirements for setting up a private practice." R.L. (Aug. 2021)
"I found everything beneficial and it help me realize I am not quite ready to branch out yet. The amount of information presented and well rounded and thought out topics areas." V.B. (Aug. 2021)
"The discussion of HIPAA compliance basics was most beneficial to my current daily practice. I liked that it was very organized and detailed but still easy to follow along with." H.M. (June 2021)
"I needed all of the information as I have never been on the business side of speech language pathology. This included many details that I know I will need to reference in the future as I get my practice off the ground." P.S. (June 2021)
"How incredibly comprehensive the content was! Jill wears many hats and is so knowledgeable about all areas of private practice. She also made this topic approachable and I loved her warm manner and humor." D.B. (June 2021)
"Discussion of the business model and HIPAA compliance. The pace. Having each video divided into different sections was helpful rather than having one long video. This was very comprehensive, I didn't feel like anything was missing." L.S. (June 2021)
"I found the steps to creating a private practice very helpful. I liked finding out everything that would need to be completed in order to start my own private practice. I liked that it provided step-by-step information that was practical and concise. It helped me to organize my thoughts and consider making a part-time private practice a reality." M.M. (June 2021)
"Very organized and sequential. It was very detailed and comprehensive." S.S. (June 2021)
"This was a great introduction course for private practice. It had a plethora of useful information." M.L. (June 2021)
The Facebook group has been extremely useful to clarify any questions that I have had."All of it was necessary for me to consider if private practice is something I want to pursue. Very practical advice. Well researched Specific and detailed information Very well-organized presentation and handouts." M.S. (June 2021)
"ALL of it was beneficial to me. The information was ALL useful and the speaker spoke quickly and clearly. She had the perfect balance of content and anecdotes to really help with understanding. This was great. The only thing I can think of is that now single-member LLC's are allowed in all 50 states and DC. I would suspect that some updates to the course will be needed over time because rules change." E.T. (June 2021)
Presenter: Jessi Andricks, MS, CCC-SLP
Many SLPs face burnout from the chronic, overwhelming stress they encounter each day. In this course, learn the science behind stress, how it shows up in the day of an SLP, and tools to manage stress and reduce burnout, including Mindfulness and Positivity.... more+
"I liked the specific ways to put mindfulness practice into daily life in a realistic way. Detailed information about the brain's response to stress and stress management." E.C. (Aug. 2024)
"Techniques to manage stress were helpful. I liked all of the information." C.R. (Jul. 2024)
"Good review of how to handle stressful times. I liked the ideas for self-care and things to help reduce stress." A.H. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing self-care was beneficial and the tools to manage stress are realistic." R.E. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked this topic overall and the content." L.S. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing the fact that other SLPs may feel the same was helpful. I liked the use of meditation. It struck a chord." P.Z. (Jul. 2024)
"Knowing more about the neurological basis for stress was helpful. It is also a good review of stress management techniques. Clear, concise information." J.M. (Jun. 2024)
"Nice explanations and examples of both stressors for SLPs and realistic management suggestions. Presenter used a relaxing tone/style throughout which helps reinforce the ideas." K.W. (Mar. 2024)
"Ideas on how to reduce stress and how important it is to practice mindfulness and movement every day! This course clearly outlined the difference between stress and burnout-beautifully!" M.C. (Jan. 2024)
"The topic of mindfulness was a beneficial discussion." L.L. (Jan. 2024)
"This course was very informative and helpful. It was easy to understand and relate to my daily stress and chronic stress at work. It helped me to identify some changes I need to make in order to avoid burnout." J.N. (Nov. 2023)
"The examples of practicing mindfulness, positivity, and self-care were beneficial. I enjoyed the examples and practice of movement, writing, and meditation." K.C. (Nov. 2023)
"Practical daily applications. I liked the emphasis on self-care as action, instead of "zoning out" with media." V.W. (Sep. 2023)
"This course deepened my understanding of positive psychology, mindfulness and self-care. Expert guidance on guarding against career burnout." A.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Learning the cycle of stress and how daily thoughts continue the cycle. I liked that this course not only educated me on the cause of stress, but also provided strategies to deal with stress." A.N. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked how realistic this course is! The mindfulness and positivity practices are helpful." S.B. (Sep. 2023)
"Practical information. I liked the validation that our jobs are difficult and the chronic stress and burnout are not a function of inability. Presenter had a calm peaceful voice." A.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Defining stress vs. burnout. Identifying common causes and how to break the cycle of stress." M.T. (Sep. 2023)
"The explanation of the results of stress on the brain was interesting. Focusing on the positive things that happen throughout the day and not dwelling on the things that went wrong or did not get completed was a helpful topic." M.W. (Sep. 2023)
"Easy to follow and practical. I liked learning about the strategies of mindfulness and positivity for stress management including movement, meditation and journaling." M.C. (Sep. 2023)
"This course was extremely relatable. It was nice to know that many SLPs experience the same things." N.B. (Sep. 2023)
"This presenter did an amazing job inserting real life situations and scenarios. I truly felt like she was talking directly to me and knew almost exactly what I was feeling and going through. So many people are going through stressful times and are PUSHING through it because they don't know any different! I liked the explanation of how stress develops and effects the body in addition to how to introduce a positive shift into your life and other strategies to help adjust how I deal with my stress." C.P. (Sep. 2023)
"Learned 3 ways to manage stress to re-frame it." M.K. (Sep. 2023)
"Course related stress specifically to SLPs." V.D. (Sep. 2023)
"Ways to implement self-care. I liked the information given to be more aware of self-care and to implement self-care throughout the work day to decrease stress levels." H.A. (Sep. 2023)
"Real and simple solutions. Daily practices that I can automatically put into place." L.M. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the discussion on the amygdala, thalamus, and pre-frontal cortex aspects, and learning the physiological reason for stress." C.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Practical ways to reduce stress and feel better." D.W. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the practicality of this topic." T.R. (Sep. 2023)
"This course was relatable. I liked the types of Mindfulness." C.C. (Sep. 2023)
"Learning how to manage stress was helpful. I enjoyed the physiologic breakdown of stress." R.B. (Sep. 2023)
"Applicable to my work situation. Real life examples of actual self-care." H.E. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the explanation of how the brain perceives stress and how stress management can rewire the brain to combat stress." L.P. (Aug. 2023)
"Specific strategies given for stress management and positivity. I liked the techniques for journaling and meditation and the importance of self-care. It was also a helpful review of brain structure roles and responses to stress." E.M. (Aug. 2023)
"Reiteration that meditation and gratitude journaling are helpful for mental health. This course was clear and easy to understand." C.R. (Jul. 2023)
"Ways to create a more positive attitude and be more present in the moment. I liked the description of brain function related to stress and attitude." D.B. (Jul. 2023)
"All very informative. I liked the step by step and examples." C.A. (Jul. 2023)
"The ideas and ways to help reduce stress were beneficial. I enjoyed learning ways to use movement, journaling, and meditation to help reduce stress and make it more manageable. Recognizing the true-to-life realities that we face on a daily basis and how they cause stress in our work life. And that this is normal but that we have to learn to manage that stress before the stress manages us and makes us miserable." B.L. (Jul. 2023)
"This topic was very relevant. I liked the practice of mindfulness and the discussion on brain functioning during stress." C.E. (Jul. 2023)
"Tools to manage my stress. I liked the interactive use of mindfulness at the end of course." K.F. (Jun. 2023)
"Very relevant to today's workplace." K.F. (Jun. 2023)
"Mindfulness was a beneficial topic. I liked the suggestions for being present in off time from work." M.G. (Jun. 2023)
"This course was very beneficial to learn some strategies to help with burnout and realize that I'm not alone. I found the self-care topic most beneficial. It gave suggestions to do to help relax." T.P. (May 2023)
"Learning differences between stress and burnout, causes of each, and strategies to help overcome and deal with causes." D.G. (May 2023)
"I liked the brain science behind stress as well as the activities at the end of this session." N.F. (May 2023)
"I liked the info about the brain response to stress. The 3 ways to help self feel better were beneficial." A.K. (May 2023)
"All the examples of how to create positivity in your life were beneficial and what might help with self-care. I also felt that learning about the brain and stress was helpful to understand it. Good examples given to help you in your daily life." C.M. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the strategies for calming, and managing common stresses before burnout occurs." A.V. (Apr. 2023)
"Good examples specific to SLP profession. I liked the mindfulness practices." L.M. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked how it relates to us all. I think we as SLPs try to hide this. I liked the journaling, even if it is for 5 minutes, and focusing on the positive and less of the negative." M.Y. (Mar. 2023)
"Overall, very helpful. Managing stress. All of it was very interesting and helpful in my daily practice." M.K. (Mar. 2023)
"The topic of ways to deal with stress was beneficial. I liked the journaling ideas." S.K. (Mar. 2023)
"Great, useful suggestions on how to manage our stressful jobs! Loved the focus on positivity and mindfulness." M.B. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning different methods to incorporate to reduce stress were beneficial. I liked this topic." B.D. (Mar. 2023)
"Suggestions for destressing. I liked the reminder to take care of myself." S.L. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning ways to relieve stress in my practice." M.M. (Feb. 2023)
"Recognition of the fact that stress occurs so often. The need to review chronic stress." L.L. (Feb. 2023)
"Addresses a topic that affects SLPs everywhere. I liked the self-care." S.W. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the suggestions for stress relief. Very comprehensive and SLP focused information for self care and stress causers." J.A. (Jan. 2023)
"Gave practical tips to help combat stress in daily life as well as in the workplace. Methods of positivity and mindfulness techniques I can implement - journaling, mediation, movement." S.B. (Jan. 2023)
"This course definitely relates to my life right now. Good ideas to reduce stress and burnout." D.B. (Jan. 2023)
"I learned the difference between stress and burnout. I liked engaging in the activities at the end." A.M. (Jan. 2023)
"How to recognize and break the cycle of stress. Learning how the brain functions during stressful times and how it becomes chronic stress." M.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning the mechanisms of stress. Theory as well as practical application." J.H. (Jan. 2023)
"After taking this course, I know I am not crazy..... I AM burnt out!!! Now I have to get myself together and do something about it." C.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Becoming aware of the causes of stress and ways to cope. This course is easy to access, provides a guide for taking notes, and you can preview the test to help highlight some of the important points." L.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning ways to deal with stress was beneficial." R.T. (Dec. 2022)
"This course went through the difference between burnout and stressed out. I liked the flexibility to go back and review neuro concepts as well." M.T. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the thorough way the speaker explained the brain functions and stress cycle and how our brain reacts to stress. Our brains see it as a threat and she taught us ways to change our mindset and rewire our brains by practicing positivity, mindfulness and self-care." L.C. (Dec. 2022)
"The speaker was fabulous! I liked how she took us through three activities after completely teaching the subject. Very impressed." L.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning strategies to implement to manage stress - great topic that is not usually discussed." B.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Very informative. The different areas of the brain and the effects of stress was good information. I can relate very well." L.J. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning the ways that stress can be managed in a daily changing caseload of a busy SLP. I felt like I could truly relate to the topic." A.N. (Nov. 2022)
"I really enjoyed this course. It has helped me to understand what is happening and what steps I can take to address the daily stress. Lots of great, practical steps." A.W. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the pace and how she explained everything. Good explanation of the brain and handling our stress." J.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Understanding how stress affects our brain and body and learning the different avenues of stress management." K.B. (Nov. 2022)
"This was an excellent course. I appreciated gaining tools to better manage my stress." A.C. (Sept. 2022)
"I enjoyed the anatomy and physiology of the brain." L.V. (Sept. 2022)
"Practical, daily info - mindfulness, de-stress activities, breathing, etc." C.D. (Aug. 2022)
"The specificity of the strategies, not just what to do, but how to do it were helpful." D.M. (Aug. 2022)
"The course is easy to follow and relate to. Liked discussion of what happens in the brain when stressed out compared with when stress is being managed." J.D. (July 2022)
"Never had a course like this. It was something totally new to me and I found this will be extremely helpful. It described exactly how I feel so often, and it made sense to me! I will apply this information to my life." A.P. (July 2022)
"I needed some examples of effective practices to combat burnout and feeling overwhelmed, especially during the last two years. The author gave good examples, and spoken in an easy to understand manner." V.K. (July 2022)
"I learned a great deal about the brain and the connection to stress. Gave many ideas about handling stress before it becomes burnout." C.P. (July 2022)
"Knowing that other SLP's are experiencing the same stress concerns as I in their clinical practice was helpful." P.B. (July 2022)
"Such great information. I liked the self-care management discussion." L.G. (June 2022)
"I like how it relates to daily work life." D.B. (June 2022)
"I liked how it was set up, with an introduction of a topic or concept and then an examination of "Let's think about what this looks like in an SLP's day..." M.H. (May 2022)
"I liked the ways presented to deal with burnout and stress management." L.F. (May 2022)
"Activity suggestions to keep stress under control will be beneficial." P.H. (May 2022)
"Liked the concepts of mindfulness and positivity, also learning to remove myself from toxically stressful situations more often." S.K. (May 2022)
"The course reminded me of practices that will bring me back to center rather than unhealthy behaviors that don't serve me. I liked the presentation on being depleted and inability to care for others." E.G. (Apr. 2022)
"Evidence-based practice for stress management! This course provides information regarding stress triggers, our responses, and strategies to manage for improved longevity and quality of services for patients." B.D. (Mar. 2022)
"It really helped to learn that I am not alone. It opened my eyes to the fact that I am actually at the point of being burned out and not just stressed out. But it also helped me realize that I can do something about it." M.N. (Mar. 2022)
"It was important to hear that "it's not just me." It was very helpful to see the stress triggers specific to our SLP profession and the acknowledgement that our profession DOES put a lot of stress on us." J.M. (Feb. 2022)
"The types of journaling - this is something I have been doing since I was a teen, but I never considered the different ways it could be done. Also I am thinking of considering meditation more. I also loved the deep breathing exercises at the end." N.M. (Feb. 2022)
"I found the discussion of the tools to use for daily management of stressors to be most beneficial, because I can incorporate them into daily practice to create a mindful and positive shift in the nature of my work as an SLP." J.G. (Dec. 2021)
"Becoming aware of body's natural tendency to focus on the negative as a primal response and the need to turn this thinking to a more positive focus. I liked the ability to re-listen to sections as you went along so that you could grasp the concept." T.L. (Dec. 2021)
"The techniques to reduce stress - journal writing and meditation and movement - I will begin to use everyday." S.C. (Dec. 2021)
"The way that our focus and ability to learn gets bypassed when we are under stress was beneficial for my daily practice." C.D. (Nov. 2021)
"I enjoyed the presentation in its entirety. I feel like the stress reducing practices she outlines will be the most beneficial in making a positive shift in my daily practice. I appreciate the time that the course instructor took to clearly outline her objectives and explain everything with examples. Practicing some of the techniques outlined in the course were also fantastic!" K.P. (Oct. 2021)
"How to deal more positively with stress factors will help my daily practice." B.F. (Aug. 2021)
"The presenter was clear in her presentation. The discussion on how the brain is impacted by stress will benefit my practice." K.N. (July 2021)
"How you can reduce stress will be beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the information about stress and the brain." R.K. (June 2021)
Presenter: Kimberly Morris, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, IBCLC
This presentation will focus on assessment and treatment techniques to reduce aspiration risk at the breast and will highlight how to overcome obstacles to breastfeeding in special populations including children with congenital heart disease, botulism and cleft lip/palate. Videos and case studies will be included.... more+
"The information was helpful. I enjoyed the various tech." B.P. (Aug. 2024)
"I enjoyed the case studies at the end of the course." A.M. (Aug. 2024)
"Specific strategies for breastfeeding were beneficial. I liked the charts." E.S. (Aug. 2024)
"Breastfeeding with more medically complex cases was beneficial. Great topic, availability of handouts, lots of good case studies and examples/videos." M.T. (Jul. 2024)
"The idea of love, lick, latch, learn, leave was beneficial. I liked the case studies." C.H. (Jul. 2024)
"Format of this course was great. Excellent use of videos and specific examples by the speaker. Excellent resources provided.” K.M. (Jul. 2024)
"Positional adjustments, pacing with breastfeeding, alternative options for bonding, and progressing toward breastfeeding before feeding is viable. I liked the specific examples of what to consider when evaluating a feeding client." L.R. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial application of dysphagia intervention to the breastfeeding baby. This course was extremely organized with relevant and applicable information and strategies." P.D. (Jun. 2024)
"All was very beneficial for me as I am new to breastfeeding. Great slides and important reminders, I liked the alliterations, eg. Love, Lick Latch Learn Leave." P.Z. (May. 2024)
"I enjoyed the detailed outline of this course." A.H. (Mar. 2024)
"I really enjoyed this course and considering the role SLPs play among the medical team and family. Kimberly consistently reiterated the importance of customizing the plan based on family goals, infant skills, mother, etc. It is an important concept to keep in mind." A.I. (Mar. 2024)
"Discussing positional changes to help with latch and flow rate was helpful. I liked the thoroughness of slides and case studies." A.P. (Mar. 2024)
"Treatment strategies and making parents a part of goal making were beneficial topics." H.B. (Feb. 2024)
"The strategies to use at the breast to reduce flow rate if s/s of aspiration are present were beneficial. I really enjoyed the case studies at the end to critically apply the information learned. The video examples were helpful as well." S.M. (Jan. 2024)
"Milk transfer measurements were beneficial to discuss. I liked the handout." K.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Differences in breast v bottle feeds, especially positioning. I liked the videos." J.M. (Dec. 2023)
"The interventions and case studies were helpful." L.A. (Nov. 2023)
"Positioning info and the info about cleft palate/lip were beneficial topics. I liked the real videos of the babies." J.R. (Nov. 2023)
"Easy to follow with good information. I enjoyed the case studies and going over specific populations." K.H. (Nov. 2023)
"Very clear and concise course. The case studies helped me understand how to apply aspects of breastfeeding to functional situations." U.P. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked that the emphasis was placed on the SLP's role in breastfeeding with infants. Positional implications on swallowing at the breast; modifications to try in the presence of dysphagia. Case studies at the end were very comprehensive." L.C. (Oct. 2023)
"I am an SLP currently working on my IBCLC. Most of my families are told to stop breastfeeding when their baby is in NICU. Or they have no support on how to progress with breastfeeding once they leave the hospital. This course really provided information to support me. I love the presenter's background and the considerations she made throughout the course with all of her hats with swallowing, SLP and IBCLC." J.G. (Sep. 2023)
"Discussed breastfeeding techniques with specific populations (e.g., Cleft Lip/Palate, Heart Disease, etc.)." A.V. (Aug. 2023)
"Learning different treatment strategies for breastfeeding moms. I enjoyed being able to finish course at my own pace." L.G. (Aug. 2023)
"Provided a clearer perspective of my role as a feeding therapist. I liked the video examples!" D.F. (Jun. 2023)
"How to feed infants safely if they are aspirating. I liked that this course talked about SLP and IBCLC roles and how we both play roles in a patient's feeding progression." A.S. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the comprehensive information, the different types of positioning, and therapeutic strategies." S.W. (Jun. 2023)
"Treatment goals were beneficial, and I liked the examples of assessment and treatment procedures." A.B. (May 2023)
"Practical suggestions and strategies." R.W. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the video examples with explanations. I am a graduate SLP student and am trying to learn more specific things about pediatric feeding." C.F. (Apr. 2023)
"Learning about different diagnosis and how it affects the breastfeeding/swallow experience. Video and articles related to topic were beneficial." P.C. (Jan. 2023)
"Positioning strategies were helpful. I liked the pace and the videos." S.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Liked the techniques for safe breastfeeding such as starting with small goals. I liked the case studies." R.D. (Dec. 2022)
"Assessing readiness for feeding, positioning, flow rate, etc was helpful." J.P. (Dec. 2022)
"This course is practical and well organized. I liked the case studies." N.D. (Nov. 2022)
"This topic gave me more information to use in conjunction with our lactation consultants. I especially appreciated the specific case studies and the progression of the baby's feeding progress." S.B. (Oct. 2022)
"Great, concise information. Videos were really beneficial." P.M. (Oct. 2022)
"The video examples were very helpful, specifically the holds. This was not just a basic course, this went in depth." E.M. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the treatment methods and goals. The course was well organized." E.B. (Sept. 2022)
"This entire course was so very beneficial and not just a basic feeding course - it actually addressed higher level issues. It will be beneficial for every infant feeding kiddo I serve." K.B. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the ability to take it whenever I had the chance." D.M. (Aug. 2022)
"The content in this course was excellent." M.F. (July 2022)
"Very practical applications. Information on cleft palate was beneficial." E.J. (June 2022)
"Good slides. Liked the info on positioning." V.V. (June 2022)
"I liked all of the content. A lot of practical information was provided." E.E. (May 2022)
"Good strategies to support breastfeeding in infants experiencing dysphagia – well organized and thorough course." A.G. (May 2022)
"Discussing breastfeeding readiness and goals including physiology, parent ed, prefeeding readiness, ssb, and physiology of swallow." S.C. (May 2022)
"Concrete examples of follow-up with patients was helpful. I liked the videos." E.F. (May 2022)
"Liked the therapy strategies. Liked the slower pace." C.M. (Mar. 2022)
"Liked that it was online and I could take it on my own timeline and could stop and restart anytime." E.E. (Mar. 2022)
"Assessing swallowing function and safety at the breast – Interventions to improve efficiency and safety at the breast – Videos and images." S.D. (Mar. 2022)
"Good take away information on positioning, treatment ideas, etc." K.N. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked how the presenter broke down the content and gave specific examples with goal writing, collaborating with caregivers, case studies, etc." C.M. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the case studies on specific breastfeeding scenarios; use of clinical examples and problem solving." E.G. (Jan. 2022)
"I have an increased number of breast feeding or attempting to increase breast over bottle feeds. Topic related to my patient caseload." L.C. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the case studies, treatment planning, and short term goal examples." K.P. (Dec. 2021)
“I enjoyed learning how to emotionally support mothers during the breastfeeding journey. The treatment strategies and positions that were demonstrated.” K.L. (Dec. 2021)
"The specific details of all that is involved with latching, let-down, milk flow and transfer, and positioning of the breast and baby. It was more in-depth. I see breast-feeding babies in an outpatient setting, and liked more of the details and specific interventions that were provided here." J.S. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the video examples with voice over of normal/abnormal, do's/dont's, etc." E.A. (Oct. 2021)
"The course was very accurate, informative, and useful." H.H. (Oct. 2021)
"The strategies to change position as feeding at the breast changes as the feeding goes on in duration was good information. I liked the case studies with the reassessments and recommendations." H.W. (Oct. 2021)
"The instructor was an expert, very knowledgeable and a great teacher. Her voice was also very calming and easy to listen to." K.K. (Oct. 2021)
"The background knowledge for feeding at the breast and what is involved in supporting mother and baby to successful feeding was beneficial to my daily practice. The presenter was knowledgeable." A.S. (Sept. 2021)
"This content is novel for me as an adult medical SLP who is slowly training in pediatric competencies." D.D. (Sept. 2021)
"The case studies and information on typical versus atypical presentation were good. The videos and pictures were very helpful." S.J. (Aug. 2021)
"Learning about the resources available to answer questions is beneficial." K.S. (Jul. 2021)
"I appreciated the use of video, real cases, and the inclusion of some evidence. The discussions on goal setting and the love, lick, latch, learn, leave framework were most helpful." K.V. (Jul. 2021)
"I found the treatment strategies the most beneficial. I also really enjoyed the case studies to practice seeing those treatment strategies implemented. I thought the entire course was good. It would have been nice to have more information about the central pattern generators." L.C. (Jun. 2021)
"I enjoyed that she went over heart disease, botulism, and cleft. The flow between areas was fantastic! I thought it was a great course!" A.R. (May 2021)
“Excellent presentation. The practical strategies for assessing and treating infants who are breastfeeding were most helpful. I liked the modifications and strategies for improving breastfeeding safety.” I.S. (Apr. 2021)
“This was SUPER helpful going forward for me working with our NICU feeding population and assisting moms with breast feeding.” J.S. (Mar. 2021)
“The modifications for milk flow rate adjustments were helpful. I liked that the presenter was very detailed. So much so, in fact, that I will be coming back to this presentation as a resource for information throughout my private practice journey.” D.P. (Jan. 2021)
"I appreciated the ways to support parents and our specific role as an SLP. The instructor provided great examples and visuals." R.R. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Amy Rouleau, MPA
The heinous crime of human trafficking has reached epidemic levels, not just around the world but in every state in the United States. This course is intended to teach professionals how to identify and respond to human trafficking. It provides an in-depth view of human trafficking, how it occurs, what it looks like, and how to respond.... more+
"It was beneficial understanding human trafficking and how to deal with the victim. I liked the therapeutic options given. It was a good topic to know about." R.N. (Jul. 2024)
"The personal examples and insight were beneficial. I enjoyed gaining the knowledge so that I can be better attuned to what is potentially happening around me." M.B. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked learning about the methods used by traffickers." S.K. (Apr. 2024)
"All topics were beneficial. The presenter was very detailed. Easy to listen to also." L.W. (Apr. 2024)
"The interventions and treatments were beneficial. I liked that I could leave the course and come back to it later." K.R. (Feb. 2024)
"Very clearly presented course. The presenter was very down to earth." S.A. (Feb. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss the risks of trafficking if there is a history of sexual abuse." E.K. (Jan. 2024)
"Beneficial topics were facts and statistics, how trafficking occurs, and successful treatment options. I liked that I could go at my own pace." M.C. (Jan. 2024)
"All the information was presented in a clear manner. I work in a school system with a variety of children falling in the target age group. The presenter spoke from personal experience and with great expertise on the topic, providing helpful and useful information that all should have access to." K.N. (Jan. 2024)
"This course was an eye-opening topic." E.P. (Jan. 2024)
"Organized well so that all the salient features of HT were linked together. It was beneficial learning the statistics of HT and the definition of HT as laid out in the presentation." A.H. (Jan. 2024)
"Wow! This course was good! I liked the examples and true stories." C.K. (Jan. 2024)
"Always good to know signs when working with children. Direct, facts, examples." M.L. (Dec. 2023)
"The questionnaire and emergency contact that were provided were beneficial. This course was clear with the examples and situations." D.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Honestly, I found every topic extremely helpful. I liked the excellent knowledge base and manner of the presenter. This is an extremely helpful course. Thank you!" S.S. (Dec. 2023)
"My work has included speech and language evaluations of hundreds of children. I am in a position to come across those who are being trafficked, particularly because my location has an international airport and two major interstate highways. I was particularly interested to learn about how children who are being trafficked and/or have experienced trauma may refrain from speaking. This has given me another reason to consider when evaluating children with communication delays and disorders. I thought the course was comprehensive, well-planned, and well-presented. I appreciate that the speaker included her own personal experience, as it contributed to her expertise on the topic." R.W. (Dec. 2023)
"The discussion of what human trafficking looks like and how to respond was beneficial. Even though the topic is very sad, I appreciate being informed so that I will be able to recognize someone who needs help and how to help them." A.C. (Nov. 2023)
"The warning signs to look for were beneficial, especially since I work in a hospital. Also, where/how children are approached. I liked that the presenter used her own experiences to drive home the importance of being aware and acting on any suspicions." J.W. (Oct. 2023)
"This was so different than any other continuing education I've done. Something everyone should learn more about regardless of their profession." E.A. (Oct. 2023)
"I thought the speaker did a great job! I liked the discussion of the behavioral and emotional fallout from the trauma. I thought the course was well organized and included lots of good information." B.D. (Aug. 2023)
"It was beneficial discussing what to observe & how to approach someone who you are concerned about." D.L. (Aug. 2023)
"The effect of long term abuse on the brain and how abuse effects the brain was beneficial to discuss. The course stated the problem, how to identify a possible problem. What steps to take if one suspects a problem. I liked learning ways to effectively treat those who have been a victim to trauma. I also liked the ways to possibly eliminate/reduce occurrences of human trafficking!" A.B. (Aug. 2023)
"Amazed that the U.S. is a destination for predators. Shocked that so many predators are online. Horrified that it is such an increasing crime. I liked the way the presenter presented the topics according to the test questions. Very easy to follow the course." S.D. (Aug. 2023)
"Learning to recognize signs of one who is being abused. The presenter was extremely knowledgeable and gave important information with examples. She was very easy to listen to as well as interesting." E.V. (Jul. 2023)
"This course is very informative and shocking in many ways. Knowing the information and making sure all my students feel safe to talk to me." G.G. (Jul. 2023)
"Personal recollections and thought provoking topics." D.B. (Jul. 2023)
"The presenter was a phenomenal speaker for such a difficult topic. I will share this course with everyone." K.K. (Jun. 2023)
"As an educator, this information will help me be vigilant to look for signs of victims of human trafficking. This course helped me realize my perceptions of who traffickers and victims are, was incorrect. I was much more under the impression of young (3-6yrs) stolen at the mall. I realize, sadly this is much broader and I need to be more vigilant." J.B. (Jun. 2023)
"This course opened my eyes to how incredibly pervasive this is. I am sorry she has to describe it from first hand knowledge. Please thank her for sharing her story, educating us, and giving us resources." J.B. (Jun. 2023)
"I learned so much. Reviewing the signs of possible abuse and I had no idea of the prevalence of trafficking in the US. The explanation that the victim may not feel like a victim and the statistical information was beneficial. And learning what to do if you suspect someone is being trafficked." P.R. (May 2023)
"Learning warning signs of predators online and in person. I liked the easy manner of presentation of the speaker, and her interest in the topic and her desire to be of service." I.U. (Mar. 2023)
"Very informative course, brings awareness. Learning how to identify sexual trafficking victims was beneficial." L.P. (Mar. 2023)
"Excellent speaker. She provided compelling information and riveting accounts without excessive drama." R.J. (Mar. 2023)
"It was all very informative. These discussions and topics will be beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the numerical data in the presentation." B.A. (Mar. 2023)
"Liked the Instructor. She made a difficult subject interesting and educational. Learning definitions, demand, myths, percentages and that foster care likely a forum." C.D. (Mar. 2023)
"Statistics and the definition of terms were helpful." L.M. (Mar. 2023)
"The presenter was so knowledgeable and because of her experience, she was able to convey the material very well." M.A. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning signs and symptoms. I liked the information on approaching a victim." C.H. (Feb. 2023)
"New information, the huge numbers....I had no idea of the overwhelming depth of the issue." M.B. (Feb. 2023)
"Understanding the scope of the problem and the ways it might present that I might not have been sensitive to." M.A. (Feb. 2023)
"Detailed information." S.L. (Feb. 2023)
"Engaging speaker and informative content. How to identify/define elements of trafficking was beneficial." J.P. (Jan. 2023)
"Understanding better human trafficking in general. I liked how clear the speaker was." D.C. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning the signs to look for when working with children that are diagnosed with ASD, ADHD, ODD, etc. that may co-occur with trauma. And learning the signs to look for in predators (parents, family members) and # to report suspected human trafficking." L.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Specific warning signs on social media to help keep everyone safe were beneficial. I liked the neuroscience behind trauma and the information on an overlooked topic." L.H. (Dec. 2022)
"All of the information from this presentation is important to all therapists' daily practice." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"This is a topic that is rarely discussed and all professionals working with children would benefit from this course. The examples provided were excellent and easy to incorporate into daily practice." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"All of it was beneficial. I liked that the presenter added her own story." P.A. (Dec. 2022)
"The percentages and facts were astounding to me. Learning is huge. Clear and concise course." N.W. (Dec. 2022)
"A great review of trafficking and how to identify it. Presenter did a good job of explaining how traffickers target kids." K.G. (Dec. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." J.H. (Nov. 2022)
"The characteristics to look for in a possible sex trafficking victim were beneficial. I liked the personal stories of the speaker. She made it real." N.R. (Oct. 2022)
"Very clear presentation. The information will help heighten my awareness of situations around me." D.J. (Sept. 2022)
"I now have a better understanding of warning signs to help me be aware of trafficking victims. I liked the conversational style of the presenter." R.W. (Sept. 2022)
"Learning what to look for and how to approach this subject with patients/students." T.B. (Aug. 2022)
"Well organized and presented. Identifying signs of human trafficking is helpful." R.S. (July 2022)
"Learning the prevalence rates, and how to identify predators. The presenter was highly knowledgeable, compassionate, and courageous. Thank you for sharing your personal story." E.C. (June 2022)
"I learned how to identify individuals who are being trafficked as well as what to do once you have identified these individuals. I liked how the speaker provided relevant examples and shared her story." A.W. (June 2022)
"Learning to look for and recognizing the signs of trauma. The presenter was well spoken and presented the information in an easy to follow and understand way." T.A. (June 2022)
"Recognizing the signs of abuse when working with children. Learning how to help children talk about traumatic events." C.K. (June 2022)
"Speaker was very knowledgeable." J.T. (May 2022)
"It was very well organized and had eye-popping information. The speaker also seemed to have a strong understanding of the discrete areas of knowledge that applied to this topic." G.R. (May 2022)
"Learning how prevalent this is, what to look for on the internet, and how to see the signs were good. I liked that I could take course at my pace and take breaks." R.W. (May 2022)
"Changes my definition of human trafficking. I liked Amy's story and style. Amazing presenter." L.P. (Apr. 2022)
"Learning the characteristics of predators, and how to screen and talk with potential victims. The instructor was engaging, and her personal story was helpful in making the connection to how this happens in real life." J.L. (Apr. 2022)
"I think the facts of 91% of those affected have a history of sexual abuse and the sad facts of kids abused in the foster care system. I also thought more were kidnapped rather than from relationships. The presenter did a great job presenting the information with personal stories and examples. I appreciated her opening herself up – and also having other examples as well. It made it very personal and very real." L.M. (Apr. 2022)
"The overview on types of human trafficking as well as typical signs/indications of victimhood was informative. The clarity of the presenters voice as well as her knowledge and dedication to this area of need was very good." K.K. (Apr. 2022)
"It was all very informative." C.J. (Apr. 2022)
"Presenter was knowledgeable and presented in a clear conversational manner." S.T. (Feb. 2022)
"Helpful knowing the statistics and early warning signs. Content presented in a logical and clear fashion." J.F. (Feb. 2022)
"It gave me a more broad definition of human trafficking and phone numbers for reporting." D.W. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the specific stories and examples. Recognizing signs of trafficking, terminology, and how to assess/what questions to ask a victim or suspected victim." K.K. (Dec. 2021)
"I think knowing how a child reacts to trauma and red flags of human trafficking was most beneficial to my daily practice. I like that the course was easy to take on my own time and was beneficial to my practice." S.A. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the interview approach, interpretation of responses and behaviors, and practical examples of consequences and signs of human trafficking." C.M. (Nov. 2021)
"The information about the brain was particularly interesting! The presenter's knowledge was impressive based on her personal experience and she covered the topic comprehensively. The topic was excellent and the class was better than I expected. I will recommend this to my fellow SLP's." T.O. (Nov. 2021)
"I appreciated the therapeutic strategies helpful to individuals who have experienced trauma and the statistics - I had no idea the incidences were so high." K.J. (Nov. 2021)
"I really enjoyed all the examples/stories discussed in the presentation. It helped me better understand terms." M.D. (Sept. 2021)
"How it was presented; it was clear and concise. I like how the presenter added interjections when needed." K.C. (Aug. 2021)
"The warning signs of victims and intervention tech proven to be successful with trauma victims will help my daily practice. The complete scope of information about Trafficking was good." P.M. (Aug. 2021)
"The presenter did a very good job. She was interesting and engaging and provided lots of examples and good information in a way that was easy to understand (especially the psychological and brain information)." R.S. (Aug. 2021)
"Connecting the numbers to day-to-day experiences made the information very memorable. Many times after a course, I'll forget the information - not this. It's going to stick with me and I think I will be better equipped to spot and report possible occurrences of this form of abuse." C.L. (June 2021)
“This course was very informative. I liked that you were able to learn at your own pace.” Q.R. (Mar. 2021)
“I have some children on my caseload with a history of trauma. I enjoyed learning more about the treatment approaches. It will help me be more vigilant in my fieldwork, and I have more confidence in reporting the things I see.” M.S. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Jay Rosenbek, PhD, CCC-SLP, BC-NCD
This three-section course covers evaluation and treatment of apraxia of speech in adults. The first section covers evaluation. The second section comprises all the components of a treatment plan. The third section describes the specifics of treatment with an emphasis on treatment’s active components and on eight specific treatment approaches.... more+
"Effect of "belief" and treatment options were beneficial to discuss. One of my very first CEU's I attended as a new clinician was taught by Dr. Rosenbek back in the 1990's. He is such an incredible public speaker and educator and is so engaging." T.K. (Aug. 2024)
"Plan of care was beneficial. I enjoyed the speaker's voice and wisdom." E.B. (Aug. 2024)
"Evaluation and treatment sections were helpful. I enjoyed the content." J.S. (Jul. 2024)
"The treatment segment pertaining to clinician feedback and allowing for the patient to problem solve in their own treatment was beneficial. The course was comprehensive, and provided information I can apply immediately." D.L. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing using family, friends, or people outside of the clinic to help with treatment was helpful." B.G. (Jun. 2024)
"Treatment modalities were helpful. I liked the delivery and ability to download slides." C.B. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked that the presenter provided “nuggets” based upon his experience." B.P. (Jun. 2024)
"The plan of care was helpful and I liked the presenter." E.H. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing having hard stimuli early was helpful. Very organized course." L.S. (Apr. 2024)
“I really enjoyed how the presenter spoke about each treatment approach and how it works/does not work. He spoke about the patient benefits and related each to daily practice, which sometimes is the difficult leap between research and practice. I loved hearing the presenter speak on the rationale and reasoning portion of clinician thinking / evaluation. The last minute of the presentation made me a bit teary!” C.K. (Feb. 2024)
"This course was excellent. Dr. Rosenbek clearly explained the various ways of approaching apraxia patients and spoke in a clear and engaging way. I would highly recommend this course. The material gave a good overview of the evidence base as well as things to consider when starting a therapy program." K.W. (Feb. 2024)
"The treatment section was helpful. I enjoyed all of the references he provided." C.P. (Feb. 2024)
"The topic on forced speaking was beneficial. I liked the suggestions on therapy, introduce role play." C.C. (Feb. 2024)
"Hard vs easy for generalization. Random/unpredictable for carryover and generalization. Dr. Rosenbek is an EXCELLENT presenter with the most logical, clear, respectful, and salient style I have yet seen in online courses. This presentation was perfect from my perspective. I feel fortunate to have experienced his last presentation. I remember why I got into this profession, learning from Dr. Rosenbek." S.K. (Jan. 2024)
"Diagnosis methods and limitations in acute setting were beneficial topics. Some good speech samples and practical intervention methods." R.L. (Jan. 2024)
"Section two was helpful in furthering my understanding of how to create a plan of care for a patient. Specifically the section on reinforcement and how this can affect generalization. I enjoyed that course was broken down into small sections to allow for more ground to be covered and give more in-depth information." S.F. (Jan. 2024)
"The treatment options were beneficial. I enjoyed the knowledge of the presenter." A.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The overview of different treatment approaches was very helpful. I liked the presenter's knowledge and passion for the subject." J.L. (Dec. 2023)
"The idea of freedom in treatment approach, including not having to be "right" but to be thoughtful. I enjoyed learning from an established expert in our field of practice." K.L. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial treatment strategy explanations were discussed. I liked being able to follow along with the test." E.G. (Dec. 2023)
"Fantastic presenter. Discussing AoS vs. Aphasia was helpful." S.S. (Nov. 2023)
"All of the various treatment methods, ways to select and present stimuli, and use of multiple modalities were beneficial. The course was well organized and explained." C.E. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the relevance of treatment tasks and feedback. The presenter was very knowledgeable in this area." L.M. (Nov. 2023)
"Descriptions of evidence relating to aphasia may be applied to AOS as well, and descriptions of the many ways to modify a treatment method. The PowerPoint presentation was very well organized, referred to historical practices and their evolution, and encouraged the SLP to adjust the treatment method in response to the patient's response to it." H.M. (Oct. 2023)
"Focus on key components of successful treatment was beneficial. And discussing the importance of all active ingredients in the plan of care." R.L. (Oct. 2023)
"Examples of treatment approaches were helpful. Reacquainting myself with AoS and differentiating between apraxia/dysarthria/aphasia. Planning treatment and what is best for individual pt and generalization." K.T. (Aug. 2023)
"Distinguishing factors between AoS, aphasia, and dysarthria - this is something that I have found to be very complex in my practice. The guidelines provided will assist in differential diagnosis. The audio clips of the person with pure apraxic syndrome were very useful. I can now compare to some of my clients in my practice." I.O. (Aug. 2023)
"I realize now that you do not have to diagnose immediately and rather treat first. I appreciate all the references for further reading. The effect of belief and the influence on the success of the intervention was very interesting. The practical examples provided throughout are useful and provide context. I liked Dr. Rosenbek's ability to explain complex concepts in a meaningful way." I.O. (Aug. 2023)
"I enjoyed the historical perspective and evolution of thought about AoS. Rosenbek's discussion of not being a slave to methods/recipes was beneficial. I've never been able to follow any kind of recipe and am glad to hear that I am not a less effective clinician because of it." S.N. (Jul. 2023)
"New interventions to treat patients in acute care setting w/ AoS and Aphasia. I liked the content and speaker's knowledge." D.F. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the differential diagnosis discussion. And the flexibility of course completion." K.N. (Jun. 2023)
"Loved the focus on therapy techniques and concepts to use in daily practice. Lovely speaker who is straightforward." J.N. (Jun. 2023)
"I found the treatment approaches and reasoning behind them helpful. Dr. Rosenbek presents in a way that relates to clinical reality." M.M. (May 2023)
"Selecting and administering treatment was most beneficial in helping me think through my practice and what I can change to improve outcomes with patients. I thought this course was an excellent history of Apraxia of Speech therapy and how it has changed, and what to consider when treating patients in today's practice." C.C. (May. 2023)
"I liked the treatment section. And that I could take course at my own pace." L.B. (Apr. 2023)
"The various treatment approaches were interesting to break down." S.M. (Apr. 2023)
"Thinking through treatment options and strategies was so helpful with the goal of individualizing tx plans to be functional for each patient. I liked learning from Dr. Rosenbek's vast experience, knowledge, and expertise in the field." L.A. (Mar. 2023)
"Good treatment examples. Appreciated realistic consideration of practice factors." J.H. (Mar. 2023)
"DDx for dysarthria, aphasia, AOS were beneficial. I liked the whole patient view, evidence-based practice with all three legs." M.P. (Mar. 2023)
"Tasks for differentially diagnosing AoS, dysarthria, aphasia etc, and the different treatment interventions discussed. I liked the friendly, engaging, honest and accessible manner in which Dr. Rosenbek spoke." L.B. (Jan. 2023)
"Great presenter. I liked the treatment options. Really broke down the information in a digestible yet comprehensive way." S.A. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning different methods of treatment for apraxia of speech. I liked the case studies and discussion of the history of apraxia diagnosis and treatment." K.F. (Dec. 2022)
"The research behind apraxia and how it's developed was really beneficial. I liked the different sections of the course which allowed me to understand the information better." M.P. (Dec. 2022)
"Developing a plan of care that focuses on more than method alone was extremely helpful. The explanation of various treatments will also be very beneficial in guiding my work with people with apraxia." M.L. (Dec. 2022)
"Course gave a good overview of the developments in treating adult apraxia as well as specific treatment approaches. I was also grateful to have the opportunity to benefit from Dr. Rosenbek's expertise and insight from his many years of practice." M.L. (Dec. 2022)
"Practical course. I liked the treatment methods." S.F. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the different therapies presented. Course had a good pace." M.M. (Nov. 2022)
"The content was divided into sections that allowed for great organization and flow when completed in more than one sitting." S.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning apraxia vs dysarthria vs aphasia and prognosis for pure apraxia." S.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Good review of therapy techniques." M.F. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked that course had the option to increase the speed of presentation (i.e. 1.5x, 2x)." K.O. (Oct. 2022)
"The speaker obviously had tremendous experience and knowledge and covered a lot of information. Learning differential diagnosis of apraxia of speech vs aphasia was helpful." K.G. (Aug. 2022)
"The treatment methods shown will be beneficial for my practice." A.R. (Aug. 2022)
"The discussion of treatment approaches was beneficial." G.A. (July 2022)
"Very detailed presentation. Learning how best to treat our patients." E.D. (July 2022)
"Clear, practical course. I liked information on plan of care and treatment." A.C. (June 2022)
"Good examples of treatment and very detailed." C.B. (June 2022)
"The speaker is one of the premier researchers in AoS and is an experienced clinician as well. He had a total command of the materials." G.R. (May 2022)
"Nice detail in treatment procedures and references to many studies throughout the course." R.G. (May 2022)
"Loved the way Dr. Rosenbek updated material to bring in newer research findings and methods. Very easy to follow. Instructor has always had a relaxed and authentic communication style as well as a wealth of information to share." B.S. (Apr. 2022)
"All aspects of course can be used in practice. Differential diagnosis of Aphasia and Apraxia of Speech was beneficial. Liked the clinical modifications." R.W. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the tips for differential dx and generalization. Useful and applicable information. Presenter's sense of humor was great." J.C. (Mar. 2022)
"Learning how to progress treatment to promote generalization." R.B.. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked all of the content and found parts from each of the three sections that will be beneficial. I liked the practical therapy ideas." K.H. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked all the resources presented – stressed use of clinical judgment when working with apraxia clients." J.B. (Feb. 2022)
"Grab bag of techniques to be tailored to patient's level and interest. ID severe non-fluency in aphasia as a distinct clinical entity. Fading of feedback to facilitate generalization." J.H. (Jan. 2022)
"Wealth of information on AOS – how to promote better generalization of skills learned in therapy." K.S. (Jan. 2022)
"It was quite thorough covering foundational concepts, assessment, and treatment. The guidance for treatment was quite instrumental for me." K.S. (Dec. 2021)
"It was nice to see the overlap of aphasia and apraxia treatments. I also think the reminder of establishing what is most impaired for patients with co-occurring aphasia and apraxia or apraxia and dysarthria was important. I enjoyed the examples of how to modify SPT to be more functional/encourage or generalization. I appreciated the real examples of ways to modify the method to better serve the patient." A.M. (Dec. 2021)
"Establishing the plan of care and motivating the patient. Outlining the steps that should go into the plan of care." D.L. (Nov. 2021)
"The criteria for differential diagnosis of Apraxia of Speech, Dysarthria and Aphasia were beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the clinical examples that were given along the way." A.F. (Nov. 2021)
"I appreciated going over methods and therapeutic approaches. I liked the course was easy to follow along with, had excellent handouts, the knowledge of the speaker, and the giving of examples as he went along." N.H. (Oct. 2021)
"Distinguishing which, in the aphasic and apraxic patient, to treat first was beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the presenters expertise with the content." E.B. (Oct. 2021)
“I appreciated that the speaker regularly reinforced the idea that the clinician will not always have a clear path, but will benefit from asking good questions.” E.H. (Oct. 2021)
“The course was well-paced and provided good practical examples of applications. Along with clinical outlines for treatment and relevant repetition of specific pertinent details.” N.M. (Sept. 2021)
"This presentation reinforced my approach to treatment in general." D.B. (Sept. 2021)
"Plenty of information that I can use with my Patients." L.W. (Aug. 2021)
"The entire presentation was valuable and reassuring. I appreciated the focus on clinical observation, reasoning, and client-centeredness." L.C. (Jul. 2021)
“Dr. Rosenbek was a fantastic presenter: not only did his experience shine through, but he was interesting and engaging. Provided practical advice that I can apply to my everyday therapy.” J.J. (Mar. 2021)
“This presenter is always one of the best; extremely proficient and provides functional information.” H.D. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Cassie Quinn, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Fulfill your ASHA Mentoring and Supervisory course requirements. This 10.5 hour course includes all 10 learning modules from the course series, "Topics on Supervision for Speech-Language Pathologists". Learners may stop and re-start the course at any point, and access to the course content is retained after course completion for ongoing reference and review. Specifically, this course will cover the following topics... more+
"The entire course was helpful. I liked the ease of accessibility." C.A. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked that I could pause the course and come back to it as needed." M.U. (Aug. 2024)
"Data collection and critical thinking skills were helpful. I liked the ability to pause and go back to material if needed." F.P. (Aug. 2024)
"Beneficial strategies to communicate and going through different case studies to understand the content. I liked that I could do the course at my own pace and go back to review certain materials." C.L. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked that I could complete the course on my own time." P.G. (Aug. 2024)
"Using the Case Studies as a tool to learn to use the Supervisory Action Plan was useful for challenges that may arise in supervision. I appreciated the case studies and other real-life examples and how to address them." R.P. (Jul. 2024)
"I learned about rating scales and questionnaires that will aid in establishing trust, rapport, and communication styles individualized for each student/assistant." I.R. (Jul. 2024)
"All of the information was beneficial. I will be supervising a CF next year and plan to rewatch this over the summer and probably during the year!" E.L. (May. 2024)
"Discussing the processes was helpful. I liked that the course was based on research." B.M. (May. 2024)
"Supervisory frameworks were beneficial to discuss. I liked the self-paced format." K.S. (May. 2024)
"Observation and Data Collection were beneficial topics. The subjects were very useful." A.C. (Mar. 2024)
"Discussing the roles of SPV was helpful. The course was thorough." E.W. (Feb. 2024)
"Beneficial topic on supervision. I liked the easy access of this course." V.B. (Jan. 2024)
"Very thorough course!" K.S. (Jan. 2024)
"I enjoyed the case studies." J.W. (Dec. 2023)
"The checklists and methods to guide in supervision were beneficial. The course was interactive with information to look at while engaging in the course." A.N. (Dec. 2023)
"The information about listening and joining will be most helpful for my practice. The structure was easy to follow and will be helpful to review in the future." M.P. (Dec. 2023)
"The general supervisory topics were helpful." H.K. (Dec. 2023)
"The case studies were helpful. I liked the different ways to view/listen to the material." K.U. (Dec. 2023)
"The handouts were beneficial." A.B. (Dec. 2023)
"The interaction strategies between supervisor and student were helpful. I liked the videos. Self-paced, great course." J.B. (Nov. 2023)
"The clinical examples, strategies, and research were all extremely relevant to clinical practicums for SLP (or AuD) students. I enjoyed the way the modules were broken down. The handouts were very useful for application or to be easily adapted to use right now." M.F. (Nov. 2023)
"Supervision across disciplines was helpful. Course information was thorough and informative." L.K. (Oct. 2023)
"The collaborative model between Mentors and Mentees was beneficial. I liked the pace and in depth discussion of topics." D.M. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the various frameworks of supervision. And convenience of online course." J.Z. (Sep. 2023)
"Clear information. I liked the levels of supervision." C.R. (Aug. 2023)
"I enjoyed the dynamics of the Supervisor and the Supervisee. It is helpful to know that the supervisor can fade out his/her role of providing hands on information and modeling and allow the supervisee to mature into the role of presenting information and doing more hands on with his/her client as the supervisee grows and/or develops his/her skills. I liked how each section had a time when we were able to stop and act out what we learned from the modules." A.M. (Aug. 2023)
"All of it was beneficial! Provided much information that I am able to review at my own pace." S.B. (Aug. 2023)
"I found benefit in the case study examples as they helped me to relate what I learned in this course to my daily practice. I liked that this course covered each building block of successful supervision in detail." M.D. (Jul. 2023)
"Communication & hierarchy of supervision was beneficial. I liked the flexibility of the modules." K.M. (Jul. 2023)
"I feel that module 3, Communication and Interpersonal Skills, will be most beneficial. I really liked the Style Flexing Strategies Table to guide interactions between individuals. I liked the ease and flexibility of taking this course around my work schedule." A.D. (May 2023)
"The continuum and action plans were beneficial. I liked that I could go at my own pace." A.P. (May 2023)
"I liked the incorporation of information for graduate clinicians and also for CFs. Very educational!" A.M. (May 2023)
"The case studies were interesting. I liked the strategies and charts." A.V. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the case studies because they talked about practical implementation. I liked that I could take this course on my own time." C.B. (Apr. 2023)
"It was beneficial to learn about supervising students or fellows with disabilities. I liked the variety of approaches to utilize during supervision." T.B. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the types of supervision and case studies. Easily accessible course." A.R. (Jan. 2023)
"Thorough course. Action plans, being careful in conversation/discussion, considering approaches to problems." J.D. (Jan. 2023)
"Very informative w/ supervisory guidelines. Overall importance of supervision training in order to prepare future speech therapists. Learning the different roles between supervisor and students." J.M. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the case studies. And completing course at my own pace." J.V. (Jan. 2023)
"Very thorough course. The information on students with disabilities was beneficial." M.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Discussion of feedback, conferencing, and communication skills/styles was very practical and useful. Case studies were very helpful. Covered lots of topics and a variety of cases to help apply knowledge." R.N. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the ease of completion and the communication strategies." E.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked everything - the supervisory models, the handouts, the resources." K.M. (Nov. 2022)
"As a first-time supervisor, I found module 1 to be the most helpful at this time because it gave me ideas on what to do during my first meetings with my supervisee. I enjoyed the different topics and how they were speech-related examples. I also liked the PDFs included in the presentation because it made it easier to follow along and take notes." G.A. (Oct. 2022)
"Course was easy to understand. The supervisory action plan will be useful in daily practice so that both myself and the supervisee are aware of our goals and how to achieve them during the supervisory process." L.G. (Oct. 2022)
"I enjoyed all the strategies that were offered for communication with the supervisee." S.C. (Oct. 2022)
"Specific suggestions for successful supervision." D.S. (Oct. 2022)
"I appreciated the evidence-based practices for managing supervision." K.H. (Oct. 2022)
"The organization was well done and it was appreciated that each module was separate rather than trying to skip back to find the information I needed to hear again." J.G. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked that the course was self-paced and had case studies." L.S. (Sept. 2022)
"The course is easy to follow." S.G. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the surveys and rating forms for accountability throughout the supervisory process and documenting progress of both supervisor and supervisee and the case studies provided realistic application of what was learned." J.C. (Aug. 2022)
"I enjoyed hearing about how different ways of interaction with the supervisee can be affected based on personality types. It was also helpful to see different things that could be done with a supervisee in order to help them begin to become independent and see themselves as more of a colleague than a student. I liked that it was broken down into different modules." R.K. (Aug. 2022)
"The case studies and resources were good." R.H. (Aug. 2022)
"I appreciate how thorough it is and that there are 10 separate case studies." S.P. (Jul. 2022)
"Covered a lot of different topics that need to be considered during supervision." R.P. (Jul. 2022)
"Exploring the different questionnaires was very interesting." L.D. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked the comparisons made between therapy and supervision. I liked the references, resources etc." B.K. (Jun. 2022)
"I'm supervising a CF for the first time, so I found all of the models of supervision and methods of fostering critical thinking to be most beneficial. I liked all the easily accessible handouts." J.R. (May 2022)
"I liked that I could work at my own pace. Determining communication styles and the framework for supervision were beneficial." R.S. (May 2022)
"Worked for my schedule allowing me to leave the course & return to continue." K.R. (Apr. 2022)
"Everything was informative. I really liked that it was self-paced." M.C. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked all the visuals and charts provided. I liked the extra handouts and packets that I could use." P.P. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the collaborative approach and the resources provided." J.W. (Apr. 2022)
"The course was easy to complete and at your own pace." S.B. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the discussion on gaining the student's perspective." C.C. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the opportunity to consider case studies with applied strategies." V.J. (Feb. 2022)
"The case studies were very helpful for me to make associations to my own practice. I appreciated the thoroughness of the course." S.D. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the supervisor feedback forms. Nice that I could take course over a few days." K.B. (Jan. 2022)
"All the different resources they gave us was most beneficial. I liked most the case studies." J.C. (Jan. 2022)
"The content information was relevant and I always like PDs that have videos as well as the handouts." M.M. (Jan. 2022)
The rating scales and inventories will be useful. I liked how the modules were broken up and time to work during each module." M.T. (Dec. 2021)
"The speakers explained things clearly and I learned about new ways to take data during observations." T.D. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the resources made available like the questionnaires. Getting objective with how to foster independence with student SLPs." S.B. (Dec. 2021)
"Although long, the content was all very useful and the presenters were well informed." J.L. (Dec. 2021)
" found the pre-assessment of the students' individual needs and skills to be very helpful. I appreciated the materials included to assist with establishing effective communication styles and assessing supervisees' skills and areas for improvement." S.S. (Nov. 2021)
"The multiple opportunities and methods for building supervisee-supervisor rapport and growth was interesting." T.O. (Oct. 2021)
"I like the self evaluation questionnaires and the information about more open communication." C.K. (Oct. 2021)
"The section about logistics of the CFY experience was beneficial for my daily practice. I like that I could do it on my own time." C.B. (Sept. 2021)
"I liked the specific strategies on how to supervise CFs and practicum students. I liked the practical applications in the last module with the case studies." A.M. (Jun. 2021)
“This course provided great handouts, lots of detail, was thorough and well organized.” K.G. (Mar. 2021)
“I appreciated the case studies at the end. I think it would have been helpful to have more of them throughout each module AND the ones at the end as a review. I also appreciate the variety of topics separated by module - so much more to think about than I even imagined.” K.M. (Feb. 2021)
“I liked the general overviews of best practices for supervision and communication between supervisor and the supervised.” D.P. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Cassie Quinn, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Fulfill your ASHA Mentoring and Supervisory course requirements. This 2-hour course considers supervision across settings. Discussed are common supervisory principles and patterns found across different settings, what the long-term supervision goal should be, and which types of interpersonal communication are most effective in each setting. ... more+
"I loved the case studies and the practical application guides after. Loved how cohesive the visual presentation was with the speaker." L.H. (Jun. 2024)
"School-based case studies were especially helpful. A practical approach to information." M.L. (May 2023)
"I liked the handouts. The topic on supervision was beneficial." S.B. (May 2023)
"The scenarios and the recommendations for them were outstanding. A good deal of thought went into this aspect of the course. I liked the scenarios and the manner in which the questions were asked on the exam." E.D. (Feb. 2023)
"Format was easily followed and back and forth navigation to course and test was helpful." J.S. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked having access to the video for longer periods, and the supervision information was beneficial." F.F. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked all this course content." L.K. (Jun. 2022)
"Learning how to be helpful without taking over a session. Liked the case study scenario with supervising CFs." M.H. (May 2022)
"Best practice in service delivery settings. Liked practice of skills through case studies." M.M. (Mar. 2022)
"The case studies were excellent and so relevant to many of the real life experiences that I have had as a supervisor. It was so helpful to have a structure to work with as many times it can feel overwhelming to work with students who have multiple needs." C.M. (Dec. 2021)
"It was very helpful to learn about ways to include the student or CF in the supervisory plan through collaboration. It was very helpful to have case studies included to practice practical application." R.M. (Nov. 2021)
"Well organized. Liked handouts to add structure and accountability to supervisory sessions." D.P. (Oct. 2021)
"It was a good course. I liked the case studies; they really put the info into perspective." E.P. (Aug. 2021)
"The case studies were most helpful." A.S. (Jul. 2021)
"Going over the framework and steps of supervising a clinical fellow was most beneficial. I enjoyed the different case studies as they presented a good range of clinical scenarios. I would have liked more in-depth information regarding paperwork and keeping track of supervisions over the course of the CF." B.J. (Jul. 2021)
"Bringing it all together - this was so helpful! LOVE the case studies! So applicable." C.Q. (Jun. 2021)
"The case studies were very helpful in driving home the content in the original video presentation. I appreciated the communication and providing support in a sensitive manner." C.L. (Apr. 2021)
"I liked that it had lots of information in a brief amount of time, all very relevant!! The recommendations and best practice were most beneficial." K.M. (Feb. 2021)
"Going over the steps to initiate CF meeting was helpful." S.M. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Cassie Quinn, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Fulfill your ASHA Mentoring and Supervisory course requirements. This 2-hour course first discusses accountability in the supervisory process. The second portion of this course will cover supervising students with disabilities. ... more+
"I found the information on supervising students with disabilities to be beneficial." M.B. (Sept. 2022)
"This is a good refresher on the current requirements of grad students. I am rusty." J.R. (July 2022)
"Self-assessment as a supervisor was helpful. I liked all the information related to the supervision process." M.T. (May 2022)
"I liked the information about hidden disabilities." P.C. (Dec. 2021)
"Practical information and helpful resources provided. It was very beneficial to learn about JAN and the resources provided in this course to assist me when the time comes to supervise a student with a disability." R.M. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked the ethics in supervision. I also liked the resources for supervising students with disabilities." B.S. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked that the course provided resources for how to accommodate those with disabilities." D.F. (Jul. 2021)
"I liked the concrete information on accountability. The discussion on supervising students with disabilities was especially helpful. Excellent course." C.Q. (Jun 2021)
"I liked that this course covered the legal responsibilities of supervisors. Good resources!" E.R. (Jan. 2021)
"Both of these are important topics. I especially appreciate the resources and knowledge shared in module 8 regarding supervising students with disabilities. The pacing and narration are well done and the visuals include traditional powerpoint and added visuals and graphics to increase and maintain engagement." E.P. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Cassie Quinn, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Fulfill your ASHA Mentoring and Supervisory course requirements. This 2-hour course will discuss the importance of teaching critical thinking and problem solving in the supervisory process, and discuss observation and data collection to help maintain integrity in supervision.... more+
"Use of the IDEALS model for effective questioning heightened my awareness of distortion of data based on HOW I take data. Appreciated the volume of work in collating the appendices." M.C. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussing how to ask different questions to get the supervisee to think critically was beneficial. I liked the examples of good vs bad questions as a reference and how to rephrase. The course was easy to follow, and I enjoyed the videos and the interactive tasks." A.B. (Jun. 2024)
"I feel better prepared now for supervision with my CFs. I liked the discussion of critical thinking." M.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the topic of framing my thinking to help frame my supervisee's thinking." L.G. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of key ways to create opportunities for ill-structured problems to promote critical thinking and effective questioning based on Snyder and Snyder's Procedural Approach." E.D. (Apr. 2023)
"Learning about interactions with supervisees during critical thinking tasks was beneficial. I liked that this course was straightforward." K.P. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the discussion about Bloom's Taxonomy - the course content was helpful." M.V. (Jan. 2022)
"Specific, concrete examples of how to implement a collaborative process." J.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the use of questions to build critical thinking skills. I appreciated the ability to go at my own pace and being able to start/stop." T.A. (Oct. 2021)
“The slides were helpful to look at in addition to the presentation.” B.S. (Aug. 2021)
"It was very helpful to learn about specific data collection strategies and a framework for collecting data during observation of my supervisee. And I enjoyed learning about strategies and the importance of teaching critical thinking." R.E. (Aug. 2021)
"The section on the use of video for reviewing sessions is beneficial for my practice. It was a good review of clinical supervision." M.B. (Jul. 2021)
"I liked the information on data collection." S.S. (May 2021)
"I appreciated the focus on critical thinking and handouts." M.M. (Apr. 2021)
"I liked the resources and especially enjoyed going over how to structure questions to facilitate critical thinking." K.H. (Feb. 2021)
"The scaffolding idea was most helpful. I liked how organized the course was." D.S. (Jan. 2021)
“This course made me think about facilitating critical thinking in my students.” D.K. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Cassie Quinn, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Fulfill your ASHA Mentoring and Supervisory course requirements. This 2-hour course discusses different approaches to developing effective communication skills between supervisor and supervisee including the process of giving feedback and leading conferences with supervisees.... more+
"The Style Flexing Strategies Tool (Appendix B) will be really helpful. Appreciated the reminder of feedback needing actions (verbs). How many times in my practice have I said to other clinicians, "put a verb in that sentence!" I enjoyed the case studies." M.C. (Aug. 2024)
"The structured documents to support providing feedback and establishing meeting frequencies/ discussion points were helpful. Part 4 was applicable because it talked about specific methodology." Q.J. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the handouts, visuals and guided learning." L.G. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the feedback and conferencing principles. Plans provided in the appendices are helpful." H.F. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the case studies and breakdown of conference structure. I enjoyed the combination of videos, worksheets, discussion, and flow-charts when learning new content." K.B. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning the Cognitive Social Model was beneficial." E.T. (Nov. 2022)
"Case study examples and discussion were good. And information about communicating with supervisees can be applied to communicating with colleagues too." M.M. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the styles of communication and the fact that I could take this course at my convenience." J.S. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the handouts and planning for conferences." L.T. (Aug. 2022)
"I enjoyed general learning about ways of supervision." M.B. (Aug. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." A.G. (Jul. 2022)
"Good content and liked the online format." S.S. (Jun. 2022)
"Clear objectives, to the point, and used good case study examples. I liked the discussion on communication and feedback." J.G. (Mar. 2022)
"The course was easy to follow along." L.H. (Mar. 2022)
"I really appreciated learning about how to apply the social model of communication, and the research that supports collaboration, feedback and self-reflection as learning tools. These are all such good strategies to keep in mind and to help us avoid doing lecturing as a means of learning." C.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the techniques for feedback and conferencing. The handout was clear and concise." K.M. (Sept. 2021)
"Good points to remember when providing feedback - content was straightforward." L.M. (Sept. 2021)
"I liked the effective methods of communicating feedback." S.B. (Aug. 2021)
“I enjoyed the specific examples and case studies on collaboration between supervisor and supervisee.” B.S. (Aug. 2021)
"The discussion on applying social cognition theory to different areas was most helpful." S.G. (Jul. 2021)
"I am in my first supervisor role and it is very helpful to learn about communication style and how to establish positive and effective supervisor/supervisee communication. The guidelines and handouts to go along with the knowledge are very helpful. Thank you!" R.M. (Jun. 2021)
"I thought discussion of communication styles was most beneficial. I liked the case examples presented." S.S. (May 2021)
"I liked the video examples. Going over using Social Cognition in the area of supervision and how to provide feedback was most beneficial." A.S. (May 2021)
"I liked the specific examples of feedback and then outlines." P.G. (Apr. 2021)
"The Supervisor Action Plan was most helpful. I liked the appendix handouts." I.S. (Mar. 2021)
“This course provided a nice blend of research and application to real-life supervision.” T.B. (Feb. 2021)
"I liked the use of Appendix charts and the discussion on feedback with supervisee." D.G. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Cassie Quinn, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Fulfill your ASHA Mentoring and Supervisory course requirements. This 2-hour course is divided into two modules. Module 1 will discuss the dynamic nature of the supervisor-student relationship. Module 2 will discuss the importance of individualizing styles and levels of supervision, and provide evidence-based research and suggestions for how to individualize your approach to supervision for each student.... more+
"The Action Plan example and case studies were beneficial." T.M. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussing the different factors to consider when supervising, such as the student's personality, cultural factors, learning style, etc was helpful. I liked the different options for scales and questionnaires to use within the supervision/student relationship to gain insight." L.S. (Aug. 2024)
"It was beneficial learning about and using the self-rating scales. I appreciated the ease of access." D.O. (Aug. 2024)
"I appreciate all of the tools, self-rating tools, and structure that the course provided. It helped build a framework for much of the supervisory work I've done intuitively. Appreciate the case studies! I plan to take subsequent levels of this course." M.C. (Aug. 2024)
"I enjoyed the questionnaires and surveys. I liked the perceptions of supervisees." A.G. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the supervisor styles. The info was explained in a straightforward manner." K.T. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the questionnaires and discussing Anderson's continuum model of supervision." J.S. (Feb. 2024)
"I enjoyed learning all the variables that influence a successful supervisory-student relationship. I also liked learning about all the tools available for supervising." K.R. (Feb. 2024)
"Anderson's Continuum Model of Supervision was beneficial. I liked the convenience to take at my pace, slides in addition to the video." J.M. (Feb. 2024)
"Common pitfalls of supervisors and the various rating scales provided were beneficial. Clear information and the handouts are excellent." J.C. (Jan. 2024)
"Excellent introduction to supervision principles and presents solid research base." K.W. (Jan. 2024)
"The usage of scales and inventories throughout the practicum to increase communication for both supervisor and student/clinician was beneficial. I loved the resources that I can utilize immediately." T.Q. (Jan. 2024)
"Supervisory action plan was beneficial. I liked the handouts and case study." G.S. (Jan. 2024)
"Anderson's Continuum Model of Supervision was helpful for me to understand each stage of supervision. I liked that there was enough time to fill out each rating and work on a case study." A.N. (Jan. 2024)
"Adapting my approach for my supervisee to ensure they meet expectations and are also heard and supported through conferences. I enjoyed the clear, straight-forward language used to convey the information." R.K. (Dec. 2023)
"Using formal written feedback is verifiable. I liked the accessibility of the course." R.B. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the handouts and how the course was organized. Good for this topic. Got me thinking deeper." R.W. (Dec. 2023)
"Styles of supervision were helpful. I can see the value of using checklists and rating scales. Good presentation, nice flow, easy to follow. Great attachments and examples." A.D. (Nov. 2023)
"Anderson's hierarchy was a beneficial topic. I liked the course format/delivery." A.F. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked that this course reminds us that, as with our students, our interns also need to be guided as individuals - one size never fits all." C.B. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the information on ways I can better serve students as a supervisor." A.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Well explained and short class. I liked the topic on how to be a good supervisor and understand the continuum of supervision." L.D. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the school-based information. And learning about the different self-assessments." T.J. (Sep. 2023)
"Practical information. I liked the rating scales for both student and supervisor." K.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the recommendations on how supervisors can continue to self-reflect along with their supervisees." R.F. (Jul. 2023)
"The handouts and the topic on relationship building were beneficial." L.G. (Jul. 2023)
"SLPA supervision was beneficial. I liked that course was online and self-paced." M.A. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the opportunity to complete self-assessments and surveys. The discussion of Anderson's continuum was beneficial." C.M. (Apr. 2023)
"Rating scales were beneficial, and I liked Anderson's continuum." S.K. (Apr. 2023)
"The rating scales will be very helpful. A quick way to get some needed information about supervision." J.S. (Mar. 2023)
"All of the specific rating/expectation forms that I can just print and use immediately were beneficial. I liked the ease of listening." J.M. (Mar. 2023)
"All the forms were helpful. I liked the resources." C.R. (Feb. 2023)
"Anderson's continuum was beneficial. I liked the PPT." S.N. (Feb. 2023)
"Practical content. I liked the reminders of setting expectations." K.R. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning the various roles of the supervisor, teacher, consultant, etc was beneficial." S.K. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the case studies." G.M. (Jan. 2023)
"Supervisory roles - teacher, counselor and consultant were beneficial. I liked the pace of learning." V.R. (Dec. 2022)
"Useful handouts." A.G. (Dec. 2022)
"I learned a lot about different questionnaires and ways to help a student clinician as well as myself." M.Y. (Nov. 2022)
"Very informative." L.J. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the movement through stages of supervision and supervisory action plan. And Anderson's individualizing styles and level of supervision." R.J. (Nov. 2022)
"Resource checklists were helpful." E.T. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning the effectiveness of rating scales and the supervisory/assistant roles was beneficial." S.T. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked all the various forms that can be used for both supervisor and supervisee." J.A. (Sept. 2022)
"The resources provided were good - the hierarchies of supervision and the various tools/self assessments." S.N. (Sept. 2022)
"I found the information about how to evaluate and form action plans to best aid the students was most beneficial and likely to be helpful in practice. I liked the case studies that put the information into practice. I thought this showed how I can apply the information during my time as a supervisor." L.M. (Sept. 2022)
"I appreciated the discussion of the case studies." V.W. (Aug. 2022)
"The printed visual presentation was nice." C.G. (Aug. 2022)
"The provided questionnaires and information on learning styles was helpful. And the provided downloads that I will utilize as a supervisor." L.N. (Jul. 2022)
"The continuum table was helpful and I will use it when supervising to establish how much support my student might need. I liked the scenarios given to go along with the information." C.M. (Jul. 2022)
"The content and format were excellent!" C.B. (Jun. 2022)
"Liked the models and the very helpful surveys to gauge where students are at. I liked the speed of presentation, time to look at materials, concise content." R.C. (May 2022)
"Anderson's model was very helpful in shaping my expectations for supervising future students. I liked the visuals and access to resources." C.W. (May 2022)
"Liked the comprehensive look at the supervisory process, and the discussion of the research in the area." L.M. (May 2022)
"I appreciated that the course was self-paced, and more importantly, I appreciated the access to the course materials to print." J.B. (May 2022)
"I liked the handouts that I can use when I am supervising." A.P. (Apr. 2022)
"I really enjoyed the rating scales that will be practical during supervision." P.M. (Mar 2022)
"Clear, easy to understand, and very applicable to clinical practice." K.B. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the rating forms. It will be easy to apply in my interactions with my graduate students." E.S. (Feb. 2022)
"The written slides and the dialogue were very complimentary." P.P. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked all the resources provided for use with supervisees and the review of research along with examples of scenarios." A.N. (Jan. 2022)
"I am thrilled to see all this being presented. This information and suggestions and rating scales were great. I wish all this had been available when I was a younger clinician as I have had so many students and CFYs." S.L. (Dec. 2021)
"I found the case studies informative and some of the rating scales and questionnaires brought my attention to areas I wasn't aware of. It was well priced and the handouts were all made available beforehand." A.M. (Dec. 2021)
"Bartlett's Supervisory Action Plan. I find it fairly easy and interesting to supervise bright, motivated, self-directed students, but it's also good to have tools to use when things aren't going as expected or desired. Like that fact that collaboration and looking at each person's actions are structured into the design. The course offered good tools to use in specific situations with students and clinical fellows." K.M. (Dec. 2021)
"The course was a good reminder of the Continuum and the need to adjust supervision according to the current level that the student is at. The handouts will be useful tools in maintaining clear communication between the Student and Supervisor. The course was sufficiently detailed, but not too time consuming." S.F. (Nov. 2021)
"I am currently not practicing, but I have had supervisory experience in the past. This course helped me to reflect on this experience and may be helpful if I should decide to rejoin the workforce. I liked the handout on ASHA's Self-Assessment of Competencies in Supervision." L.T. (Nov. 2021)
"The options for supervisor and supervise to answer questions and discuss their answers in order to organize goals together." S.S. (Oct. 2021)
"The rating scales are great to help me to be aware of my expectations as well as to see where my student's expectations lie. The handouts are great and a great reference source as well." K.B. (Oct. 2021)
"I am pretty good at creating good relationships with students, adapting to their level of clinical expertise and experience, teaching and listening, while prioritizing pt safety in a medical field. But I have not thought a lot about consciously and collaboratively identifying roles and expectations." E.S. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked learning about Anderson's Continuum Model of Supervision. I like how the course allowed you to apply your own thoughts about the supervisory process through rating scales, questionnaires, etc." M.D. (Aug. 2021)
"Identifying the most important factors in building self-efficacy is helpful for my daily practice." J.R. (Aug. 2021)
"I think the rating scales will be beneficial for me as I work with a student clinician." M.N. (Aug. 2021)
“This course was very informative and eye-opening.” V.F. (Mar. 2021)
“This course provided a lot of information regarding how to adapt your style of teaching to different learners.” A.B. (Feb. 2021)
“I liked the need to identify and communicate about perceptions, expectations, and needs as well as the tools to highlight where there may be differences. Anderson's Continuum was particularly helpful.” L.C. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Patrick Rydell, Ed.D., CCC-SLP
This course introduces Dr. Patrick Rydell’s Learning Style Profile©. Learn evidence-based interventions to help children with ASD prepare for natural, reciprocal social interactions and conversation. Learn to identify early profiles of learning style strengths and challenges, then establish evidence-based interventions designed... more+
"All of the different learning strategies; made me rethink how I will establish some goals for kids with ASD. Lots of great video examples." L.W. (Aug. 2024)
"The practicality of the 10 step approach and all the examples of how to use this in daily practice for goals for the client. I liked the way the course was divided into modules, and the wealth of videos." H.G. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussion on not encouraging verbal prompting, just social cues, was beneficial." V.F. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussing how children can become prompt dependent was beneficial. I enjoyed the real videos, seeing everything evolve." J.S. (Jun. 2024)
"I really found all of it to be super beneficial! A lot of these concepts, I never thought about before such as the distal learning and the "look up and look around" approach. This is the best CEU course I have ever taken. I am excited to start the next series. I loved it all." C.B. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussing the idea of "look up, look around, and tune it" was beneficial. I enjoyed the examples and discussions from experienced professionals." L.C. (May. 2024)
"I think the overall approach lessons on how to teach children to become more tuned in to people was helpful. The content was very helpful. The videos helped me to understand the information." H.M. (May. 2024)
"LSP 1&2 as they fit a lot of the children that I had recently been getting at our clinic. COVID set back a lot of children as they became dependent on iPads, tv's etc. I enjoyed the visual videos of how to utilize each technique/ strategy with each child." S.C. (May. 2024)
"The topic on not talking too much was helpful! I need to look at my own behaviors from LSP 1. Some approaches are unique and non-traditional SLP approaches but all the levels and points make sense." T.C. (May. 2024)
"It was helpful to have a greater understanding of different learning styles and how those are manifested in different communication styles. There were very practical examples and videos." M.K. (May. 2024)
"All of the course was beneficial. I enjoyed the presentation and videos." L.N. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked discussing more semantic language use. Great game plan for therapy and setting up support for years to come." G.D. (Mar. 2024)
"Currently retired and have a granddaughter with Down Syndrome. I see many of these techniques would reduce her scripted use of language. I liked the video examples." S.S. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked that breaking this presentation down into different modules made it easier to take this course in sections." T.S. (Mar. 2024)
"The importance of developing the social connection. I enjoyed all of this course - it's real! Relationship building is where we need to start. I also liked the Shared Control part." V.W. (Feb. 2024)
"All the topics were helpful. I liked the clarity of the lecturer." R.S. (Feb. 2024)
"I found it interesting when the presenter discussed the importance for an adult to do less talking and more modeling for the student and to avoid prompt dependency. The presenter was very good at holding the listeners' attention. I found this presentation very interesting and easy to follow." M.B. (Jan. 2024)
"The use of distal learning is an important advancement in a skill that has been mastered in a close proximity table task and is essential for safety outside of the therapy room. I liked the videos. As an early intervention heavy SLP, it is affirming to see how what I do know is important in skills for an older child." L.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Not introducing preferred objects was a beneficial topic. I liked the presenter, his style, and his videos." M.L. (Dec. 2023)
"The topic that discussed less verbals was helpful. I liked the videos." M.K. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked that there were many videos of example situations to be able to relate to. When working with the child, create a space where you find what they are doing interesting, and that will model what they should do when you create an activity that you want them to participate in." K.M. (Nov. 2023)
"Great video examples. Very clearly presented content. I liked the repetition of key concepts." T.R. (Nov. 2023)
"Easy to follow course. Discussing how to increase the difficulty of LSP as the student increases in skill level was helpful." L.K. (Oct. 2023)
"Great class! I liked all of it." E.B. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the examples and ease of following the content. The use of visuals and models was helpful, and not trying to add language right away to social interactions." K.H. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the concept of coaching - showing models and then giving the child a turn to coach. Also the cues of stop - wait - look around - what are we doing. I liked the many videos and the organization of the concepts into the LSP." B.H. (Sep. 2023)
"I was especially interested in videos of the younger children and how to advise the teachers for carryover throughout the week. The information was clearly presented and the examples of each LSP were valuable." W.D. (Sep. 2023)
"It is good to be reminded that children with ASD often find it difficult to shift their attention when transitioning. EXCELLENT PRESENTER and course handouts!" J.P. (Aug. 2023)
"I really learned a lot. New perspectives. All the LSPs are amazing." M.S. (Aug. 2023)
"The different ways to model social interaction strategies with students with ASD were helpful. I liked the mix of visual presentation and videos showing therapeutic sessions." M.R. (Aug. 2023)
"I enjoyed the discussion of joint attention as a specific early focus. I particularly liked seeing the examples of simple activities, which I hope to incorporate." L.M. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the shared control LSP and the "when-then" language. I appreciated the many ways to learn from this course (video, audio, pdf) and the examples the presenter used to help explain each LSP." S.R. (Jul. 2023)
"This entire presentation was absolutely excellent! It added so much knowledge to my learning. I loved the videos and the application of the different LSP approaches." E.N. (Apr. 2023)
"Learning it is important to start social communication early, even if the child is non-verbal. I liked the content. This course made me think a lot about how best to teach social communication." H.P. (Apr. 2023)
"This course provided many "real life" examples of challenges when working with kids with ASD and principles to apply to support their organic learning for communication. I enjoyed the LSP manual and suggestions and activities to support a child's attunement for learning - bringing them to you for learning." C.I. (Apr. 2023)
"The video presentations were very effective in delivering the strategies. I liked the structure and scaffolding of delivery." K.T. (Apr. 2023)
"This course did an excellent job of teaching each child as a unique individual! Dr. Rydell was easy to watch and listen to. I enjoyed how he gave real life examples and applied the different modules to actual therapy situations. I will be taking PART II." L.B. (Mar. 2023)
"The presenter was amazing, interacted well with his audience, and gave many pertinent examples and videos related to the various topics!" S.S. (Mar. 2023)
"I work with a lot of ASD children in my practice. I found this course validating and refreshing. I liked how Dr. Rydell discussed transitions. How to assess the behavior and what is happening for the child. I found the information and different ways to understand what might be happening very informative. I will be able to apply it to my small children who are not on the spectrum as well." L.B. (Mar. 2023)
"What and how to treat students with Autism who are pre-verbal was beneficial. I liked the video examples." A.C. (Mar. 2023)
"Course gave examples and videos that were relevant and useful." M.K. (Mar. 2023)
"Everything was beneficial for my SLP practice." J.B. (Feb. 2023)
"Dynamic instructor. Information makes sense and is very applicable." M.B. (Feb. 2023)
"Specific intervention strategies. I liked the videos." S.C. (Feb. 2023)
"Decreasing prompt-driven therapy. I liked the modules - made it easier to take breaks and review." L.R. (Feb. 2023)
"I really liked the handouts and the manual that were provided." L.A. (Feb. 2023)
"In the context of having children who come to school with hours of ABA behind them, have trained scripts that they don't use in new contexts, and are prompt-dependent, this course gives me ideas for action and language for conversations. I liked the focus on the child's doing the thinking, and specific ways to address this." B.S. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the videos and the discussion about them. This course refreshed, built on, and tied together pieces of my background, including experience with ASD children and training taken a while back (SCERTS)." B.S. (Feb. 2023)
"All information will be beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the format and accessibility." D.S. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the whole notion of the importance of developing non-verbal techniques for initiating, maintaining, and responding as a basis for social and linguistic development. The appropriateness of encouraging spontaneous responses v. imitated ones. The importance of modeling and developing maintenance techniques on the non-verbal level to overall language development." R.R. (Feb. 2023)
"Assisting staff, family, and peers to provide modeling was beneficial, and rehearsing with rotating roles, coach vs responders, variety of objects, people, activities, and places. Linking the activities and techniques to the learning styles was helpful." S.L. (Jan. 2023)
"Loved JARs, 5 questions of structure, and cueing vs. prompting. I found it helpful to think about distance, using social modeling for conversations, and taking turns being the "captain". Lots of videos and examples (aka demonstrations) - super helpful." H.W. (Jan. 2023)
"So many useful strategies to help ASD children be productive learners. Dr. Rydell speaks through many years of experience and the videos were extremely helpful to demonstrate strategies using everyday activities." M.D. (Dec. 2022)
"How to incorporate peers in therapy sessions was beneficial. I liked the videos." M.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Reducing prompting. Makes sense not to TELL kids to say...." M.L. (Dec. 2022)
"Everything was beneficial. Very interesting. I liked the presenter and material." Z.N. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the discussion of the Learning Style Profile. It really helps identify the stages a therapist needs to work on with children with ASD. I liked all the examples and visuals Dr. Rydell provided as he discussed each of the 10 LSP components." S.D. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning how to help a child shift from object oriented to people oriented. Video examples and repetition of information was helpful." B.P. (Nov. 2022)
"I really enjoyed the videos of working with the students and the teaching before and after. Dr. Rydell's manner of presentation is so much more interesting than often seen. I appreciated that he was on a stage walking around rather than following a person teaching from a seated position. This was much more engaging." A.W. (Nov. 2022)
"I was most interested in the use of peer modeling instead of adult directives. I liked the many video clips showing the different elements of the LSP in action." D.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Dynamic presenter. Establishing the social glue before moving on to other goals was beneficial to learn." S.T. (Nov. 2022)
"I loved the way to shift from object-oriented to people-oriented for those who are struggling. The information was taught so well and the videos were great information." A.L. (Oct. 2022)
"Lots of video which demonstrates the importance of different LSP approaches." W.T. (Sept. 2022)
"The videos are helpful... Pat's explanations and pauses during the video help. Thank you for sharing. I've already tried to implement in my therapy session with a co-worker and saw a difference in the child calming down." Y.M. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked all of the content. The idea of how to help kids be less object oriented was beneficial." M.S. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the early steps of the LSP. Videos were helpful in demonstrating the strategies." J.G. (July 2022)
"I liked the tools and resources provided. And learning how to handle a child with ASD in social interactions." J.M. (July 2022)
"This whole course was extremely beneficial for my practice. The LSP approach has really changed my perspective on how to teach my students with ASD. It most importantly has taught me how to create a social game plan so that my students can learn on their own rather than being so prompt dependent." M.M. (June 2022)
"I really liked how the instructor broke down each section of the LSP and gave various video examples on how to implement therapy. One important take-away from the video examples was how I can use less talking and more cuing." M.M. (June 2022)
"I found the entire class to be great! His presentation was very easy to listen to and the videos really brought his ideas to realization." L.D. (June 2022)
"Easy to follow and understand. I liked the information on executive functions as I work on executive function skills with many clients." K.P. (May 2022)
"Straight forward information, supporting the idea that you can't explicitly teach every single thing, but teaching kids how to learn from others." J.C. (May 2022)
"I liked the video examples on how to implement." C.L. (May 2022)
"Specific treatment examples with explanations. I liked the ideas on how to explain the theory behind the practice to family members and teachers." J.L. (May 2022)
"Moving therapy away from scripted communication and toward natural, spontaneous communication was beneficial." S.S. (May 2022)
"I liked the videos illustrating his points, especially how the videos also showed some "what not to do" – that it wasn't all perfection. The early LSPs will be beneficial to my practice because I work with very young children with ASD and need strategies for establishing joint attention and social referencing." A.R. (Apr. 2022)
"I appreciate how Dr. Rydell broke down the LSP and its components while also providing examples through videos of actual patients." A.C. (Apr. 2022)
"The discussion on shifting our patients from Object-Oriented to People-Oriented was very helpful and an easy first step to implement in my daily practice." A.R. (Apr. 2022)
"I thought the video examples were great. The entire course was excellent. I was happy to see that this was an advanced course worth more than 1-2 hours of credit. At this point in my career, these are the kinds of courses I need." N.R. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the examples of clinician behaviors to give children the best interventions." A.B. (Mar. 2022)
"This approach to ASD therapy makes so much sense! I appreciated the easily applicable modifications to current approaches and how easily these strategies can be worked in and targeted. I appreciated the layout of the 10 objectives and the focus in #1 on minimizing distractions/objects in order to set the stage for the person/therapist as being the most important "object" to interact with in the room." M.C. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the many examples, videos, and explanations of how/why each technique is effective. I also appreciated the presenter's willingness to show imperfections in his own sessions, as we can all relate to session by session successes and failures in our approaches/strategies." M.C. (Mar. 2022)
"The 10 LSP are useful to organize my thoughts and analysis to a child. I liked the videos, examples and protocol." C.C. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked how Dr. Rydell discussed information on how to work with children with ASD; I enjoyed the videos of the work that he did with his children and their families. I liked how he emphasized how children need to feel that glue which builds their confidence and then the language goes on top of that." A.M. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked all of it! So common sensical when you hear it." T.K. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the simple way the speaker presented complex information." S.O. (Dec. 2021)
"Presented new ideas when working with ASD children in a way that was easily understood, and provided videos/examples on how to use each part of the learning style profile program. The whole seminar was very beneficial!" C.M. (Nov. 2021)
"I found the topic of clearing the room and not giving the child an object but rather having the child look around and get joint attention with you beneficial." D.A. (Oct. 2021)
"This has completely shifted my way of thinking as an SLP and how I structure therapy. All of the topics covered were relevant. He did an amazing job outlining all of the principles of LSP." L.V. (Sept. 2021)
"I loved all the videos and the concept of foundational teaching for these children with ASD. I appreciated this new perspective of how to help those with ASD and the LSP model." C.M. (Sept. 2021)
"Excellent course! Information was presented clearly. Enjoyed watching the video presentation!" A.G. (Aug. 2021)
"Excellent speaker and very helpful video examples, especially showing student growth over time." M.L. (Jul. 2021)
"The flexibility and generative language, shared control, and executive function will be beneficial for my daily practice. The relevance of the information, the knowledge and enthusiasm of the presenter, and the video examples were good." S.K. (Jul. 2021)
"Everything-amazing and best online course I have ever taken. I loved Pat-very effective at communication the LSP particularly given the videos to follow." J.G. (Jun. 2021)
"I can't pick just one! LSP #4 and LSP #5 were the most enlightening. I love the whole idea of modeling without using words and teaching the young child to switch roles in activities. Clear, practical strategies that I understand today. Given a framework to work within. It builds on the knowledge I already have, but looks through a different lens. Thank you for producing the program." M.G. (Jun. 2021)
"I am working with the younger-aged children and finding it difficult to find ways to engage them in activities, to stay in the room, to not climb onto the counters, etc. This course has given me some useful ideas with one child in particular - the "runner", with no apparent comprehension or communication. I have gotten him to sit in a chair with me for up to 20 minutes, with occasional eye contact while I'm playing with a toy. I hand it over to him after he has watched me and sometimes I have to provide some HOHA, but he has gotten better at watching me, looking at me, and taking a turn. Great examples and working through the LSP steps or levels." K.S. (Jun. 2021)
"The use of videos enhanced what the speaker was teaching." M.G. (May 2021)
"I work at a private school in which my entire caseload is students with autism. For me the most beneficial topics would be to helps my students become more people oriented and the concept of when/then rather than if/then." R.R. (May 2021)
“I think tying together CERT model, joint attention, executive functioning to a learning style profile is wonderful. I liked that the presentation used videos, lecture, and handouts.” S.M. (Apr. 2021)
“I can't pick just one! LSP #4 and LSP #5 were the most enlightening. I love the whole idea of modeling without using words and teaching the young child to switch roles in activities. Clear, practical strategies that I understand today. Given a framework to work within. It builds on the knowledge I already have, but looks through a different lens." M.G. (Apr. 2021)
"The presenter was a dynamic speaker and kept my attention throughout the course. The organization of the course was great. I especially enjoyed the video paired with discussing child's agenda. The videos gave a real feel of the lsp approach." D.L. (Apr. 2021)
“The content was excellent, and the videos provided outstanding examples that support understanding.” S.S (Mar. 2021)
“I enjoyed the examples and the reassurance that it's okay to not know what you're doing at first. I can also relate to his early practice experiences. It was very detailed and relatable to my clinical experience.” A.D. (Mar. 2021)
“I liked the 10 principles that came from boiling down a lot of info.” L.B. (Feb. 2021)
"I really enjoyed learning about JAR and how to mix/match simple words to create greater verbal flexibility. I enjoyed the podcast aspect with input from parents, teachers, and clinicians." H..F. (Feb. 2021)
"I liked the logical explanations to use with parents to explain the use of (non-verbal) instruction/prompting. I appreciated the emphasis throughout on cues as opposed to prompts." M.F. (Feb. 2021)
"I appreciated the treatment strategies via LSP and how informative the course is." R.T. (Feb. 2021)
"I liked the practical strategies provided. Dr. Patrick Rydell's manner of presentation was excellent. The Rocky Mountain Autism Center sounds like an excellent facility." M.M. (Jan. 2021)
"The parent teaching suggestions were most helpful. This was a logical progress of the Prizant and Weatherby approach and was very comfortable and made total sense to me." G.E. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Tom Franceschini, MS, CCC-SLP
Which is a better predictor for an individual to develop pneumonia: a diagnosis of dysphagia, or poor oral hygiene? This course reviews current oral care practices and the evidence-based research supporting the need for improved oral care in the at-risk patient. Development of oral care guidelines for assessment and treatment in various institutional settings will be discussed.... more+
"The setting up of an effective oral care program was beneficial. I enjoyed the information." B.P. (Aug. 2024)
"Factual statements to bring to my team in order to push better oral care. I liked the ideas for developing an oral care program." D.R. (Aug. 2024)
"All aspects were applicable. I liked the thorough knowledge of the presenter." K.T. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussing the impact of oral care on pt status was helpful. Concise and relevant. Photos were beneficial." T.G. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussing the need for daily assessment of mouth hygiene and reducing risks of pneumonia in ventilated patients was helpful. Very enjoyable speaker." C.S. (Jun. 2024)
"The criteria Tom listed for dx of PNA and, since I work in a SNF, the implementation of an oral care program was especially useful, including the buy-in from all parties. I appreciated his references and citing resources. The review of information about the importance of oral care and how to implement it in one's healthcare setting." S.L. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussing oral hygiene was beneficial. I liked the convenience of the course." K.M. (Jun. 2024)
"The stats involving oral care and illness to support oral care program were helpful. All helpful information that was relevant and detailed." R.W. (Apr. 2024)
"I enjoyed the discussion of the oral care program." V.R. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing components of a program and cost versus benefit statistics was helpful. I liked the ability to take the course over time." L.R. (Mar. 2024)
"It was beneficial discussing the three main predictors of aspiration being related to oral care!!! I liked the ease of access and the wealth of information." A.M. (Feb. 2024)
"The oral hygiene protocols were helpful." R.J. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial topics in this course were Bi-Directional Relationships; Risk Factors; Developing Oral Care Programs; Components of Oral Care Programs; Research Studies; Interventions." M.B. (Dec. 2023)
"The use of chlorhexidine as an effective oral cleaner w/o brushing. The slides were brief and carried essential information." D.O. (Nov. 2023)
"Great for LTC setting." A.M. (Nov. 2023)
"The whole course was helpful. To my knowledge, my hospital doesn't have an actual oral care program, so I look forward to leading the way on this! I liked the high topic of interest, easy to understand, the presenter was engaging, easy to listen to, and provided excellent resources." V.O. (Nov. 2023)
"Straight forward presentation. The oral hygiene programs and statistics were beneficial." D.D. (Nov. 2023)
"Clear information. Easy to understand and implement. Oral hygiene considerations for hospital patients that I see daily." M.M. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the discussion on the development of an oral care program, costs, and increased length of stay data to support "buy-in" by administrators." C.C. (Oct. 2023)
"Description of VAP was beneficial. This course gave me new knowledge that I can immediately implement in my practice." J.C. (Sep. 2023)
"Discussing the causes of aspiration pneumonia was helpful. I liked the emphasis on what to do." S.W. (Sep. 2023)
"All of this seminar was beneficial! I liked the handouts given and ideas for a facility program handout." E.N. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the practical suggestions for implementing an oral care program even in a very tough setting (I work in an LTC nursing home with 200 residents and high CNA turnover)." L.D. (Jul. 2023)
"Practical guidelines. Research-based." J.B. (Jul. 2023)
"The assessment suggestions were beneficial. I liked the clear presentation." E.S. (May 2023)
"I liked the whole presentation. This course was easily accessible." L.P. (Apr. 2023)
"Discussion of suction types was beneficial." J.K. (Apr. 2023)
"Great overview of the importance of oral care." S.K. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the processes for assessment, and actual treatment practices for oral care." H.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Risk factors for PNA. Covered topics to the appropriate depth. Good rate of speech." A.B. (Mar. 2023)
"Lots of evidence! Importance and simplicity of oral care, and how easy it is to train the family to implement the program." R.H. (Mar. 2023)
"Definitions of oral care practices. I liked the flow of course." L.L. (Feb. 2023)
"I found the entire topic to be beneficial. I enjoyed the convenience of the course." A.W. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning specific causes of aspiration pneumonia and the oral treatments was beneficial." S.P. (Dec. 2022)
"Resources online for starting an oral care program. I liked the photographs of healthy vs unhealthy lips, gums, etc." J.P. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning the importance of good oral hygiene in order to prevent other diseases in the body." L.J. (Dec. 2022)
"Very helpful information, very beneficial to my practice." J.H. (Dec. 2022)
"The discussion of biofilm was enlightening. I liked the recommendations for an oral care program and how best to implement it." E.D. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the research and background knowledge presented." C.C. (Nov. 2022)
"This course was concise. Good protocols for oral care." J.R. (Oct. 2022)
"Hands on guidance on how to perform and implement an oral care program. I liked the mix of evidence based information with the presenter's own experience." N.S. (Sept. 2022)
"I need to be a better advocate for oral care and ensure that we have a protocol in place. I loved the discussion about Free Water Protocol. I advocated for this and jumped through many hoops to get it initiated in our large University Hospital. It is being used on our acute Rehab units but not as much on our acute units." J.M. (Aug. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." M.S. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the speaker's expertise and ability to convey his personal experience relative to currently limited protocols for oral hygiene assessment/practice within health care settings." R.A. (Jul. 2022)
"Immediately relevant to acute care practice." J.B. (Jun. 2022)
"The data to bring to the team about the importance of oral care programs, such as money saved and reduced risk of other diseases. Very helpful!" Q.H. (May 2022)
"Learning how to develop an oral hygiene program – it was all very applicable and beneficial to my practice." J.N. (May 2022)
"Learning the components of a good oral care program and oral care interventions to take into consideration. I liked the research studies and resources provided throughout the lecture. And background information provided before discussing the components of a good oral care program." J.G. (May 2022)
"I found the whole lecture to be very useful. I appreciated the discussion on suction equipment as it can easily be overlooked." L.G. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the handouts and content as I am developing an oral care protocol for my company." J.B. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the studies on the importance of oral care. This course encouraged me to continue the fight for oral care at my facility." C.H. (Jan. 2022)
"Learning all of the reasons why oral hygiene is so important with prevention of PNE, and other health issues!" L.C. (Dec. 2021)
"It reported actual changes made by people in everyday practice - not just theory." M.A. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the excellent examples of oral care protocols. The detailed discussion of different types of pneumonia was most beneficial." R.M. (Dec. 2021)
"It was all very interesting and helpful. I liked the presenter and the thoroughness of the material." A.D. (Dec. 2021)
"Comprehensive assessment of current research as well as arguments as to the importance of implementing policy and protocol." A.C. (Dec. 2021)
“The discussion on the different topics of pneumonia and the practices to assist patient's w/oral hygiene will benefit me the most when working in the nursing home. I enjoyed learning about the statistics with each pneumonia in these settings and how much it can cost the institution. The outline of the course is a nice refresher to use as a reference when working with patients in this population.” H.B. (Dec. 2021)
"All of it was very useful since I work in a SNF." W.R. (Nov. 2021)
“Great research and methods were presented and will be utilized to support the program framework at my hospital.” S.M. (Oct. 2021)
"All of the information is helpful for my daily practice. It was full of information, references to research and details on starting an oral care program in a facility." S.D. (Oct. 2021)
"I enjoyed the relevant statistics and sources for impacts of oral hygiene on health and risk for aspiration pneumonia. I liked the provision of many citations, studies, etc., supporting the importance of oral care." K.S. (Jul. 2021)
"I enjoyed the oral care recommendations." H.G. (Jun. 2021)
"I appreciated gaining a more thorough understanding of acquiring pneumonia and setting up an OH program. Very clinically relevant to my setting (acute care)." E.C. (May 2021)
"Very practical information with specific guidelines to provide to facility and health care providers. Excellent information presented in an organized and concise manner." A.D. (Apr. 2021)
"I appreciated the emphasis on the provision of a protocol of oral hygiene and the importance of better communication with relevant health practitioner regarding oral hygiene. The course was comprehensive." A.A. (Mar. 2021)
“I liked the amount of research backing up this study; it was also full of real-life examples making it easy to understand.” B.S. (Mar. 2021)
“This was a simple, straight forward, realistic course that provided great information.” D.C. (Feb. 2021)
“This course provided the components of a good oral hygiene program and how to foster buy-in by other members who will be involved in the execution of the program. The provision of data supporting the recommendations and components of a good oral hygiene program was helpful.” S.L. (Jan. 2021)
"I enjoyed the section on oral care; will apply to early intervention - especially with immune compromised, etc, clients and their parents." G.A. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Mike Studer, PT, MHS, DPT
Are our current rehabilitative approaches encouraging patients to re-automatize skills? Or, are we encouraging patients to "think about" rather than subconsciously process skills that were once procedural memories? Learn to apply Procedural Learning and Dual Task Training to help individuals become skilled and automatized again to reduce or eliminate the need for constant monitoring to maintain communication and swallowing goals.... more+
"Timing and implementation of dual tasking for acute strokes- benefits of DT and its importance in appropriate patients. I liked the teaching style with plenty of examples." E.E. (Aug. 2024)
"All of the course was beneficial. Well organized. Easy to follow." T.M. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the treatment interventions and the videos." K.A. (Oct. 2023)
"The foundations of memory encoding, retrieval, and repair were beneficial. This course gave good examples." S.V. (Mar. 2023)
"Applies to the rehab patients that I work with daily." J.L. (Dec. 2022)
"Excellent info to improve my therapy." B.C. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the concept of engaging patients in participation in tasks that are relevant to them and teaching self-awareness and insight." M.K. (Nov. 2022)
"Explanation of systems of attention and definition of dual tasking was beneficial. It confirmed what I knew intuitively." S.N. (Nov. 2022)
"Great combination of neuroscience with practical application." M.D. (Nov. 2022)
"New information to me. This course made me think about how it is important to increase the use of DT to increase pts rate of improvement." C.L. (Aug. 2022)
"The importance of dual attention in the recovery process and daily living safety was good information. I liked having the ability to speed up the presentation." B.P. (Aug. 2022)
"I work as a SLP in an outpatient cognitive rehabilitation facility. This course was a good refresher and I really enjoyed the examples provided. It'll help make educating clients and their families easier. I liked the real-life examples provided." L.H. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked the application of increasing demands to allow the basal ganglia to increase in procedural tasks which allows for that skill set to decrease the overall cognitive demands on other areas of the brain allowing for increase in independence. The video demonstrations for application were beneficial." A.R. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked how this course of treatment can be used across multiple areas and really can be applied to many types of patients. The organization and clarity with which the information was presented and the level of detail was very good." E.O. (Dec. 2021)
"I learned how adding even a simple cognitive/auditory task can affect motor tasks." K.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I benefited from having a refresher on parts of the brain responsible for memory and processing. The discussion of dual task training was very informative." B.S. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the information reviewed on viewpoints re dual tasks - the logical outline." V.G. (Nov. 2021)
"Prior to this course I worked very part time in home health, and primarily used spaced retrieval therapy to improve patient independence with swallowing, mobility and ADL. In retrospect, I can see where a few of those clients would have really benefited from DT. This was a lot of new information for me and the methodical and thorough presentation of information really supported my comprehension of this new material." J.K. (Sept. 2021)
"The swallowing part was most beneficial. After this course, I found feeding and swallowing were also DT. One of my patients with dysphagia and cognitive deficits made progress in feeding himself and safe swallowing while I changed the level of distraction, the way of presentation of foods and cueing. This information can be applied to anything – walking, communication, swallowing. I will share the information from the course with PTs and OTs and work on the same goal with them." M.Y. (July 2021)
"The cognitive aspect of tasks as related to speech therapy were helpful. I enjoyed the relevance to my daily treatment." K.S. (July 2021)
"Going over swallowing and dual task performance was most helpful as 90% of my pts have dysphagia. I liked the specific suggestions on how to apply dual tasking during tx as well as when not to." N.H. (July 2021)
"I appreciated the strategies for incorporating dual task tolerance into both assessment and treatment. I liked the use of video examples and relevance to multiple areas of speech therapy." M.B. (Apr. 2021)
“This was an excellent course. The presenter was very knowledgeable and gave many functional examples on ways to implement with speech/swallowing/cog and how to introduce the idea of DT to my OT and PT co-workers. The example list of goals was very helpful also.” K.K. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Tom Franceschini, MS, CCC-SLP
This course is intended to educate SLPs about GERD and LPR as it affects both swallowing and voice disorders in adults. Learn how anatomy and physiology relate to the genesis of reflux for a more complete understanding of the syndromes. Understand the role SLPs can play in assessment, as well as behavioral and medical treatment.... more+
"Causes and symptoms of GERD were helpful to discuss. I liked the thoroughness of content." A.P. (Aug. 2024)
"Treatment was beneficial. I liked the knowledge of the presenter." J.R. (Aug. 2024)
"The various procedures were helpful. I liked the ease with when you can take the course." B.P. (Aug. 2024)
"GERD and LPR were beneficial to discuss, and I liked the images." N.M. (Aug. 2024)
"More thorough assessment, additional things to consider when screening and evaluating GERD. The presenter is so knowledgeable! He made it interesting and engaging - really great. Love that videos of these procedures we are familiar with but may not have seen are included in this." D.U. (Jul. 2024)
"Beneficial discussion of unanticipated side effects of GERD and LPR." A.J. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussing how to treat LPR and GERD was helpful. I liked the anatomy review with illustrations and thorough description of LPR and GERD and how they affect swallowing and voice." N.A. (May. 2024)
"We have several outpatients who come in for MBSs who actually have GERD and not an oropharyngeal swallow disorder. This will be helpful in giving them more information. Material presented in an easy to understand format." K.P. (May. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss the importance of medication in combination with lifestyle changes. I enjoyed the expertise of the presenter, the use of illustrations and videos in order to provide a better understanding of procedures, anatomy, and physiology regarding this topic." M.S. (Apr. 2024)
"The various tests used to diagnose GERD and LPR were helpful. I liked the discussion on other causes of GERD that you may not have considered." M.S. (Apr. 2024)
"All of the information was beneficial. I liked the presenter." E.G. (Apr. 2024)
"Excellent graphics/videos and interesting content. It was helpful to discuss symptoms of and medications that promote reflux." J.P. (Mar. 2024)
"Correlations between findings on MBSS and GI concerns/diagnoses." J.P. (Jan. 2024)
"Causes of GERD and LPR and that lifestyle changes can make such a difference. The progression of the material allowed for easy following." M.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing symptoms of LPR was helpful. I liked that the course was to the point." J.B. (Dec. 2023)
"A wealth of functional information for carryover into practice. LPR symptoms and differences between it and GERD were beneficial to discuss." J.W. (Dec. 2023)
"All of the content was relevant as I am a rehab SLP and frequently encounter esophageal dysphagia. The content was presented in a way that was easy to understand." N.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Understanding the huge impact reflux can have on so many parts of the body. I liked being able to listen and re-listen to either complex parts or info of particular interest." T.M. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the presenter's extensive personal experience in combination with extensive research. I specifically liked the context in the acute setting following intubation/prolonged TF." D.K. (Nov. 2023)
"Well presented and extremely informative course." K.K. (Nov. 2023)
"The comparison between LPR and GERD was helpful. Overall, excellent information." B.G. (Nov. 2023)
"Excellent coverage of reflux causes and treatments. The role of the SLP was explained well. Comprehensive and practical clinical information." S.D. (Nov. 2023)
"The explanation of the various surgical procedures helped me better understand the differences, pros, and cons so that I can use that information when working with patients who experience swallowing difficulty with esophageal components. I liked the visuals (diagrams, videos) utilized in conjunction with the audio explanations." K.B. (Oct. 2023)
"This whole course was beneficial, particularly the discussion of various patients. I liked the discussion of clinical experience, the pictures, and videos." S.V. (Oct. 2023)
"The expertise of the presenter was outstanding. Significantly increased my understanding of this subject. The connection between disorders we treat and how it relates to the anatomy and physiology of digestion was beneficial—really good charts and videos." L.G. (Oct. 2023)
"Discussing all the signs and symptoms associated with GERD that may be referred to SLPs was helpful. Great explanations of each process and I liked the videos." S.H. (Sep. 2023)
"Learning the external symptoms of LPR and testing was beneficial." C.C. (Sep. 2023)
"Discussion of causes of LPR/GERD was beneficial. I liked the breadth of information included, the expertise & experience of the presenter, and his personal stories." C.W. (Sep. 2023)
"This course is very helpful for SLP daily practice at SNF and other medical facilities. Conditions associated with Reflux, Diagnosing LPR, and treatment were beneficial topics." A.T. (Jun. 2023)
"Learning the importance of the esophageal scan during MBS was beneficial. I liked the videos, pictures, and the pace of the presentation." E.M. (Jun. 2023)
"Clearly organized information and engaging speaking style. The whole topic was very interesting." G.R. (Jun. 2023)
"The different symptoms of GERD and LPR were interesting. I liked the easy-to-follow slides and handouts." K.S. (Jun. 2023)
"Very informative course - beyond what I was expecting. The esophageal disorders and impacts were beneficial. The link to reflux and many reasons why someone would present to the clinic." J.L. (May 2023)
"Informative and applicable content. Helpful for understanding my pts with reflux and what they may have already had completed in the hospital and complications I may see once they are discharged home." A.J. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the real-life examples, and the discussion on the causes of GERD." M.B. (Apr. 2023)
"Discussion of side effects of PPIs was beneficial. I liked the pace and course content." S.A. (Apr. 2023)
"This course went by so fast because it was so interesting!! I really enjoyed listening to speaker's real-life experiences. The pictures and graphs were extremely helpful." K.D. (Feb. 2023)
"Excellent speaker. All of Tom's courses are awesome! He explains the material in a manner to easily understand the content. " K.H. (Feb. 2023)
"Testing explanations were beneficial. Tom F's esophageal courses are always full of info that is very difficult to get in other dysphagia trainings. Always very detailed and easy to understand. So thankful that he continued to explore esophageal dysfunction as part of the swallowing process......even when he was told not to years ago!!" M.W. (Feb. 2023)
"All discussions related to my daily practice. Course was easy to follow and comprehend." M.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Causes of GERD that I was unaware of. I liked the incidental stories related to treatment and patient cases." L.S. (Jan. 2023)
"All topics were beneficial! I liked the slides of actual procedures." J.W. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the assessment information." C.R. (Jan. 2023)
"Education to provide Pt regarding the effects of GERD on voice and swallowing was beneficial. I liked the images and videos for visualization of topics being discussed." L.L. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the speaker's expertise. And learning treatment approaches and better understanding of the medical treatments including surgery." D.D. (Dec. 2022)
"Extremely helpful for my work in Home Health. Practical and overall thoroughness of content." B.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Discussing the diagnosis of esophageal pathologies and what is current in treatment methods. Course was practical for clinicians who specialize in swallowing disorders." B.L. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked all of it. So many of the symptoms of GERD that are commonly seen in elderly and adult patient populations go unnoticed or ignored. I'm glad to be one more clinician with eyes on pts who may need GI consults and ultimately, get relief from symptoms." L.T. (Dec. 2022)
"The whole course was excellent. There are many things that were helpful such as the GERD questionnaires and the educational references. The slides and diagrams were great as well. The presenter provided little clinical stories throughout to make the material more relatable. Using real life clinical examples was a nice touch." S.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Very clear, lots of examples and graphics. Very thorough." J.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Interesting causes or contributors to GERD of which I was unaware. Easy to follow. Contained enough medical terminology, description of studies, etc. to provide a sound foundation." B.S. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the practical advice and experience of the presenter including discussions of actual patient cases. Learning differences between GERD and LPR as well as the possible links with asthma." J.L. (Nov. 2022)
"The presenter was excellent." K.I. (Nov. 2022)
"The whole topic was fascinating and the four hours went by quickly. The presenter is fantastic. His anecdotal information makes it easy to remember the information. The differential diagnostic information was very beneficial for deciding referrals to other disciplines, what tests or meds might be helpful, etc." G.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Presentation was fantastic. The presenter was very informative." R.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Easy access and flexibility of the course." R.L. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the diagnostics and prevention, presenter's knowledge-base, and the examples." C.H. (Oct. 2022)
"Great signs and symptoms and lifestyle strategies to address reflux." B.H. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the topic of SLP's role in reflux and ease of course access." C.D. (Sept. 2022)
"The flow and format of the course is excellent." T.M. (Aug. 2022)
"Clearly presented with excellent handouts." L.F. (July 2022)
"Very informative course. I work in a SNF and I see a lot of GI related issues. I liked learning the effects of reflux disease and swallowing." J.M. (July 2022)
"Great speaker. Content was excellent." A.H. (June 2022)
"Learning more in-depth information about signs, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for GERD and LPR." J.G. (May 2022)
"All content was great – useful and relatable to my practice." C.S. (May 2022)
"The pictures and videos were super helpful. Liked learning how GERD is diagnosed and how to appropriately refer patients." J.V. (May 2022)
"Photos, graphics, videos, images, and description of real procedures and tools were very helpful. Thank you. This course increased my knowledge and understanding of GERD and LPR." R.G. (Apr. 2022)
"Presenter was fluent, precise, articulate with excellent slides and videos. Excellent information about a condition I was not well educated about." S.M. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the patient examples and the slides showing procedures. Good info on behavioral and treatment options." W.W. (Apr. 2022)
"I really enjoyed this class – great explanations, examples, pictures/videos, etc." K.M. (Apr. 2022)
"The visuals of the different esophageal issues in order to adequately label them for GI to further assess was beneficial. I liked the fact that it's online and I can do it when I have time, and that I can also review the course when I have questions during my practice." I.D. (Apr. 2022)
"S/s of various conditions to indicate importance of GI referral, review of anatomy, process of digestion – very thorough, well explained, supported by anecdote and diagrams." E.M. (Mar. 2022)
"Instructor was great! Perfect level of information." L.C. (Feb. 2022)
"The importance of LPR and GERD in dysphagia patients will help me with my patients in SNF. The presenter was knowledgeable about symptoms, pharmacy, etiology and made relevant recommendations." V.J. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the extraesophageal symptoms, link to asthma." J.A. (Jan. 2022)
"Symptoms of LPR, extraesophageal symptoms of GERD, medications and surgeries, advice to patients. The thoroughness, easy to follow and understand." P.A. (Jan. 2022)
"Speaker was a real pleasure to listen to – knowledgeable, organized, and passionate." S.S. (Dec. 2021)
"Practical tips to address behavioral modifications needed and the contra-indications for PPI with other meds." V.G. (Dec. 2021)
"The treatment portion of the presentation, including lifestyle changes as well as meds." S.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the review of the differences between GERD and LPR; different diagnostic tests." S.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the interesting information, presenter moved at a good pace through info. Also, different treatment options besides meds." S.S. (Nov. 2021)
"The information was applicable. The presenter explained the information in a clear concise, and well organized manner." B.O. (Oct. 2021)
"The ways to make a differential diagnosis between LPR and GERD and lifestyle changes related to managing GERD and LPR were beneficial. The instructor was informative and had working knowledge of subject and cases to relate." M.K. (Sept. 2021)
"Learning about the role that LPR and GERD can play with voice and swallowing. This is going to be something I now add to my case history with all clients. I also feel prepared to be making relevant recommendations in my reports to clients and back to their GPs. The presenter's manner was engaging and his anecdotes and experience were helpful." S.S. (Aug. 2021)
“Despite working closely with our GI docs over the years, I felt that the presenter shared insights concerning LPR, chemical interactions within the body, and insights regarding etiology of clinical presentations that I have never heard before. The practical, very applicable information will be extremely useful in my daily practice!” J.A. (Jul. 2021)
“I liked that the speaker provided examples from his practice. I feel these examples helped me to understand how related dysphagia and LPR symptoms are.” J.W. (Jul. 2021)
"It was very complete – from what kinds of things can cause GERD and onto management, medications, and various surgical procedures." J.D. (Jun. 2021)
"I enjoyed the sections on LPR vs GERD and their symptoms, how to diagnose and treat. I liked the applicable information - great case study discussions to assist with making the information functional in daily practice. This information assists in seeing the big picture when working with acute patients." K.C. (Jun. 2021)
"This course really helps with my assessment and treatment of pts with GERD and LPR and in guiding them to next steps to discuss with their family docs." R.H. (May 2021)
“I loved the flow of the presentation. The presenter was wonderful and made it feel like a 1-hour course instead of a 4-hour course. This definitely made me so much more interested in reflux/esophageal dysphagia in general.” M.C. (Feb. 2021)
"The discussion of causes and symptoms of GERD and treatment were most beneficial. Excellent presenter style - very comfortable and makes it easy to listen to him. It didn't sound like he was reading every line but presented as a discussion. Very knowledgeable and complete. I wish I knew someone with GERD and then would send for an evaluation." G.J. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Paul Fogle, PhD, CCC-SLP
Based on the latest research from medical, rehabilitation, and speech-language pathology literature, this course covers essential information about moderate to severe TBI in infants (e.g., shaken baby syndrome), children, and adolescents. Numerous topics are discussed, including the unique aspects of moderate-severe TBI and SLP assessments and treatment. ... more+
"School interventions were helpful to discuss and I liked that the course was evidence based." A.E. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the treatment approaches and the research." A.A. (May. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss the myth buster about children recovering better than adults with TBI- this information will help me justify services to insurance adjusters." A.D. (Mar. 2024)
"I found this course completely beneficial. The amount of information and variety of necessary factors related to children and adolescents was well provided. I liked the amount of multiple variables and complete domain of the topic." D.K. (Oct. 2023)
"This course was extremely thorough. It included information to support a wide variety of TBI presentations. I liked the treatment approaches." C.M. (Jul. 2023)
"Lots of resources, references and clear, concise information. Treatment options and learning how TBI can affect patients long term." J.C. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the discussion on attention and the neurocognitive stall information." H.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning the unique aspects of moderate-severe TBI. I liked the completeness of the presentation and the information not normally available to SLPs." P.F. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the current research and the treatment focus. This course was organized and I liked that I could stop and restart the content." E.E. (May 2022)
"The overview was beneficial. Liked the images and descriptions of damage to the brain." S.P. (Dec. 2021)
"I found the early treatment strategies to be most helpful." S.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I appreciate listing of all the research material (and where the information came from) so that I can look up specific articles if I would like more information on that topic." L.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I enjoyed the specific treatment strategies presented. I also found the information on differences between adult and pediatric TBI impact important and the limitations currently imposed with school-based models." T.F. (Nov. 2021)
"Extensive topics covered - shaken baby syndrome, war wounds, general cognitive changes following TBI, executive function and dysfunction following TBI, and emotional and behavioral changes." M.M. (Nov. 2021)
"Learning how to target TBI therapy in the school setting. Presenter used plain language with good points." A.C. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the therapy ideas from the RLAS and learning sensory processing integration disorders and links to TBI." E.E. (Oct 2021)
"I liked the format - being provided with the materials before hand is helpful for taking notes during the presentation." K.T. (Oct. 2021)
"The cognitive communication skills were used in layman's terms which is easier for parents and caregivers to access. The appendices were useful to have especially for parents. Excellent references." R.T. (Sept. 2021)
"Shaken baby topic was applicable to my practice. Course was easy to understand." T.W. (Sept. 2021)
"I liked the discussion of sequelae to look out for outside of cognitive-communication deficits. Discussion of therapy methods was beneficial." V.B. (Aug. 2021)
"Everything applicable to speech, memory, loss of skills, and future issues was beneficial. I liked that it discussed current and future issues that may not be noticed or evaluated at the time of TBI." K.C. (Aug. 2021)
"Well organized, loved the visuals and the extent of evidence-based practice along with detailed articles in the addendum. I appreciated the functional treatment approaches." L.S. (Jul. 2021)
"I liked the treatment approaches. It is a good general overview of pediatric TBI." M.K. (Jun. 2021)
"I enjoyed the examples of how to apply research to speech therapy sessions. I liked the multiple research studies to support what we do every day and the review of neuroanatomy." C.N. (Apr. 2021)
"Going over how TBI affects speech-language was most helpful. The course was very informative." D.G. (Mar. 2021)
"Comprehensive overview of moderate-severe brain injury." F.A. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Paul Fogle, PhD, CCC-SLP
This comprehensive course discusses the types, causes, and management of mTBI in children and adolescents. Learn the signs and symptoms of mTBI and become more keenly aware of who is at risk. Presented is evaluation and management of concussion, and also the role of the SLP in helping children reintegrate back into the school environment following mTBI.... more+
"A good refresher course on TBI." S.B. (Aug. 2024)
"Beneficial discussing the behaviors that are often seen in preschool COULD be relative to a prior TBI or concussion, especially in the littles with ADHA. I felt the information relative to sports injuries was very interesting (and scary!!)." M.B. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing the role of SLP was beneficial. I liked the ease to take the course." A.Y. (Jun. 2024)
"Return to learn stages was helpful. I liked that this course was evidence-based." A.E. (Jun. 2024)
"Knowing how a concussion can affect the brain and subsequent functioning was beneficial." B.S. (Jan. 2024)
"The in-depth information was all beneficial. I liked the detailed and variety of knowledge regarding this topic." D.K. (Oct. 2023)
"Concussion, as it directly relates to football players, was a beneficial topic. I liked the availability to take the course at my own pace." H.B. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the focus on TBI in children. The importance of being on a team and involved in concussion identification and management was a beneficial topic." J.C. (Jun. 2023)
"Discussing the role of SLPs in concussion management was beneficial. I liked the personal stories and their impact." R.T. (May 2023)
"I liked the discussion on CTE. The course was well paced." H.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I appreciated the implications for SLPs. The return to school stages and the discussion regarding mTBI in preschool-age children was beneficial." J.D. (Dec. 2022)
"Working in acute care at a level 1 trauma center, we evaluate pediatric patients with concussion/mTBI. Our focus is on patient/family education about symptoms and return to school planning. I liked the examples of concussion standardized tests e.g., SAC and other tools that can be applied to acute care." H.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Practical advice for clinicians." F. P. (Oct. 2022)
"All topics were beneficial. Practical information for everyday practice." K.E. (Sept. 2022)
"I will benefit from this course content in my practice." R.W. (Sept. 2022)
"Recognizing symptoms post-concussion and understanding how these will affect a child in their daily life was beneficial." S.L. (May 2022)
"I enjoyed the real-life case examples. These helped to put all the information into context." S.L. (May 2022)
"The information surrounding the younger demographic was helpful – I liked the straightforward nature of course." C.O. (Apr. 2022)
"The topic itself was interesting. I didn't realize how long it could take to recover from a concussion." K.B. (Mar. 2022)
"I thought it was interesting to learn the most common causes of concussions based on age. Being knowledgeable about the impairments that could possibly occur will be helpful for me to know in daily practice." K.B. (Mar. 2022)
"Going over how to help treat students with concussions was most beneficial." S.B. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the specific evaluations recommended (we only use the PTBI right now), and recommendations for return to school guidelines." F.A. (Oct. 2021)
"Very informative, well-done, clear, concise, interesting, and interactive…A must take for all professionals working with kids in any capacity!" S.S. (Sept. 2021)
"Liked the discussion about younger children who sustained head injuries and need for ongoing monitoring/observation." H.N. (Sept. 2021)
"The suggested assessment tools for SLPs were good." M.R. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked that it discussed signs and symptoms of concussions and treatment for all ages of children." K.B. (Jun. 2021)
"Learning questions to include in case history forms to identify if child is at risk or has deficits associated with undiagnosed concussions." S.L. (May 2021)
"The suggestions for school based SLPs were the most helpful." J.R. (May 2021)
"The thoroughness of the information is very valuable, and I will keep the handout as a reference. Liked the detailed research that went into providing current research data." B.M. (May 2021)
“I like that this course provided evidenced-based support with citations.” T.M. (Apr. 2021)
"Everything! As a pediatric SLP working acute care, rehab and outpatient with children with concussion/TBI, this entire presentation was beneficial. I hope to create a more collaborative concussion clinic to assist acute discharges in return to home/school. I also hope to help further educate the school employees, including teachers and SLPs, regarding concussion. Thank you." R.N. (Mar. 2021)
"It was EXCELLENT! Course was very thorough, covering many aspects of head injury. Outstanding course!" J.W. (Mar. 2021)
“Liked the discussion regarding myths about concussions. And information to help us work with concussions.” C.R. (Mar. 2021)
Presenter: Jennifer Dahms, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
This course is the third in a 3-course series on pediatric dysphagia. It covers swallowing disorders and medically-based feeding problems. Presents case studies and therapeutic interventions to address GERD, constipation, cleft lip/palate, tube feedings, prematurity, autism, attention, and oral intake of medication.... more+
"Strategies were helpful. I enjoyed the visual and auditory presentation." C.S. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the discussions involving varied medical conditions and how to target feeding therapy." C.F. (Jul. 2024)
"It was beneficial looking at whole child....neuro issues along with rigidities." N.R. (Jul. 2024)
"Swallowing treatment was beneficial. I enjoyed the clear images and descriptions." K.W. (Jul. 2024)
"Specific tips on therapy techniques were helpful. I liked the case history questions/application questions." H.S. (Jun. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss using different strategies with restrictive or rigid food intake and information for premature infants and children. I liked the interactive videos and labs." A.A. (Apr. 2024)
"The anatomy and physiology portions were helpful. The course was easy to follow along with. Loved the case studies and examples." H.L. (Mar. 2024)
"The feeding strategies were beneficial. I enjoyed all topics." R.D. (Dec. 2023)
"All very valuable. Excellent presentation." M.B. (Sep. 2023)
"Assessment & treatment discussions were beneficial. I liked problem-solving what is being seen." L.T. (Aug. 2023)
"Research and premature babies section was beneficial. I liked the flow of the presentation - building from Part 1 and 2." V.A. (Jul. 2023)
"I will use the information about treating premature infants in therapy, as my hospital has a NICU. I liked that it was one video and not broken up constantly by tests like other courses. I could focus well. I also loved the case study questions." K.A. (Jun. 2023)
"Support with taking medications (never come across this before in a training). Plenty of time to watch it - I like that my course access didn’t expire." E.B. (Apr. 2023)
"Learning interventions for children with medical complexities was beneficial." A.H. (Mar. 2023)
"Adapting adult strategies I am familiar with, and targeting peds appropriately." M.M. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the strategies. This course was easy to navigate." C.S. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the discussion regarding babies and children with ADHD. The examples of therapy techniques were beneficial." C.B. (Jan. 2023)
"This content was well presented. I liked the discussion of premature infants and feeding difficulty." N.L. (Dec. 2022)
"All discussions were beneficial - information on tube feed weening, information on premature infants and bottle feeding, information on cleft lip/palate and bottle feeding, information on attention deficits and feeding." C.L. (Nov. 2022)
"The review of the cranial nerves and swallowing function was good. I liked being able to go back and repeat topics again to make sure I understood." A.S. (Nov. 2022)
"I really enjoyed the structure and pacing of this course. It was helpful to build upon the previous content, and to engage in more clinical problem solving. I enjoyed that I was able to self-pace, and that the information was presented in a clear and concise way." K.W. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the videos, application questions, and lab exercises." J.S. (Jun. 2022)
"I am new to working with patients with feeding/swallowing deficits, so all of this information will be beneficial to my daily practice. Great information." M.W. (May 2022)
"Organized, easy to follow. I liked that I could complete it at my own pace." E.E. (May 2022)
"I liked the varying medical diagnoses and the treatment plans for each - the treatment sections with real-life examples." B.S. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the case studies and tx approaches." G.P. (Feb. 2022)
"All of the different practices (exercises) offered to understand better what our patients with feeding difficulties go through, along with such a detailed and great explanation of how our oral structure works, muscle by muscle, motor abilities, etc. The presenter's way of explaining all information is such an easy way to digest! THANK YOU FOR YOUR WORK!" C.R. (Dec. 2021)
"I was pleasantly surprised to learn how complicated the impact of ADHD on feeding can be; I have many kids on my caseload with ADHD and plan to dig deeper into their specific feeding issues. I also appreciate the tips on encouraging/eliciting tongue elevation as well as improving bottle/breastfeeding with cleft lip. The complex case studies and suggestions for therapeutic interventions to address specific areas of need/impairments were the most helpful." N.C. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the vast number of references." M.G. (Nov. 2021)
“I liked how informative this course was about GERD. And other issues infants may present with.” N.G. (Sep. 2021)
"This course was great! This course provides tons of information about how motor works with sensory input." J.M. (Jul. 2021)
"I like the practical applications and case studies." S.K. (Jun. 2021)
"This course was very comprehensive. It will be a valuable tool to save and review as needed in the future. All the information related to aspiration, swallow, positioning, and signs/symptoms was beneficial." A.T. (Jun. 2021)
"I enjoyed the information about children with cleft palate. The practical everyday exercises that will help improve my interaction with students to help increase their skills." S.J. (Jun. 2021)
"I liked the examples and the actual therapy techniques given to address specific issues." M.W. (May 2021)
"The information related to GERD was very helpful. I liked the patient examples and application activities." L.O. (Apr. 2021)
"The discussion on ASD sensory aversions and describing therapy options for sensory aversions was most beneficial." E.B. (Mar. 2021)
"I appreciated the therapy techniques to use with those with GERD and picky eaters and the videos." R.D. (Feb. 2021)
"Great information, great practice through the application activities. I especially enjoyed the discussion on attention difficulties and their impact on feeding and prematurity's impact on feeding and GERD's impact on feeding." A.M. (Jan. 2021)
"Many of the students in my school district with swallowing and feeding difficulties are medically-based and I didn't even know where to begin. I like everything about it, but the videos and labs after Parts 1 & 2 were especially useful." G.S. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Jennifer Dahms, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
This course is the second in a 3-course series on pediatric dysphagia. It covers oral sensory feeding disorders and mealtime management. Discusses deficits and corresponding treatment strategies related to bolus cohesion, bolus propulsion, oral holding, oral pocketing, oral clearing, palatal packing, and oral stuffing.... more+
"Helpful discussion of eating patterns related to hyperresponsiveness. Good videos, lab practice." L.G. (Aug. 2024)
"I found the case studies helpful, especially the videos where you could see the techniques being used. It paired well with Course 1." K.S. (Aug. 2024)
"All of the information was beneficial. I liked the description on fixing issues." C.S. (Aug. 2024)
"Oral pocketing techniques were helpful. Very clearly explained." K.W. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the use of video's/case studies." C.F. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing pocketing was beneficial. The information was very clear." S.M. (Jun. 2024)
"Strategies for targeting deficits were helpful. I liked the course's thoroughness! Wonderful content." J.O. (May. 2024)
"Reviewing therapeutic strategies for each deficit area was beneficial. I liked the video examples of real-life kiddos." H.S. (May. 2024)
"Treatment strategies for each feeding difficulty. I liked the video demonstrations and case discussions." M.K. (May. 2024)
"Discussing hypo sensitivity was beneficial because I work a lot with children with low tone. I really appreciated the outline of deficits and the direct follow-up on what strategies to use within therapy." J.J. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing Hypo-responsive oral cavity and Hyper-responsive oral cavity was beneficial. I liked the teaching style and extensive info." J.C. (Jan. 2024)
"The cranial nerve examination and application were helpful. I liked the therapy techniques to improve oral motor control." P.T. (Dec. 2023)
"The scenarios and test questions allow for more to observe and think about during an evaluation, especially with my ASD non-verbal population. This course covered many topics related to oral sensory feeding that apply to many of my students." N.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Good continuation of course Part 1. Beneficial techniques for bolus transfer for a patient with hypo sensory oral cavities." J.E. (Dec. 2023)
"Strategies for addressing the various problems. I liked the use of a variety of material, including case study questions, practical labs, and video models." E.R. (Nov. 2023)
"The discussion around mealtime management was helpful. I enjoyed the interactive lab activities." A.A. (Nov. 2023)
"The techniques for each deficit area and the video case studies presented were beneficial. The importance of sensory aspects of food and how they translate to motor feeding skills will be something I use in my daily practice. The lab work was extremely helpful in increasing understanding of the material." R.A. (Oct. 2023)
"Oral pocketing, clearing, etc were helpful topics. I think the reminder to be aware of sensory and motor components is very important. Liked I could go at my own pace." M.V. (Sep. 2023)
"The intervention methods for bolus cohesion were beneficial. I liked the lab practice." K.A. (Sep. 2023)
"Pediatric feeding strategies were helpful. I liked the practical lab exercises." A.A. (Sep. 2023)
"Good videos. I liked all content." E.W. (Sep. 2023)
"I see a lot of pocketing, oral residue, and oral holding, and these therapeutic techniques will be very useful. All of the video demonstrations and lab practices were amazingly helpful in grasping the content." R.R. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the specific therapy techniques and strategies. And that I can take course on my own time, start/stop as needed." K.B. (Jul. 2023)
"Thorough content. I liked the mealtime management techniques - to help parents know what to do at mealtimes." E.K. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the therapy strategies and techniques. And the research and videos." V.A. (Jun. 2023)
"Food pocketing was a beneficial discussion. Course was easily followed and understood." R.G. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the approaches to managing hyposensitivity. Good lab exercises to reinforce information." T.L. (May 2023)
"Therapeutic techniques and video examples were beneficial." K.L. (May 2023)
"Topic on bolus propulsion was beneficial. I liked the labs." M.S. (May 2023)
"The case studies are helpful to compare/contrast. I liked the examples." L.W. (May 2023)
"I liked the oral sensory issues and alternative techniques to manage feeding problems." B.Z. (Feb. 2023)
"Oral-motor exercises were beneficial. I liked the video examples and case studies." A.H. (Jan. 2023)
"All of the topics are relevant to me on a daily basis. Easy to complete at home over the course of a few sessions." D.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Well presented and thorough. I liked the oral pocketing treatment strategies." A.P. (Dec. 2022)
"Learned new strategies and approaches to assist with transition from pureed foods to table foods. I liked the examples and practice activities." D.V. (Nov. 2022)
"All information can be directly applied to my daily practice - oral stuffing and reduced sensory awareness, reduced bolus cohesion and gagging, reduced buccal tone and pocketing." C.L. (Nov. 2022)
"The labs and video examples were good." A.M. (Oct. 2022)
"I enjoyed the pairing of cranial nerve knowledge with practical applications." C.S. (Sept. 2022)
"The presenter was very thorough and video presentations were helpful." S.R. (Sept. 2022)
"Very specific techniques and strategies. All of it was beneficial. I have multiple kids on my caseload with feeding issues." A.W. (Sept. 2022)
"I loved all the videos and examples." E.N. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked that I could stop and return as time allowed." V.D. (Aug. 2022)
"Great examples with specific tx guidelines." E.D. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the video demonstrations and all the feeding therapy techniques!" L.B. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked the signs/symptoms of sensory issues and specific therapy strategies to address these issues - ways to transition to a cup, overall discussion of hyper/hypo responsiveness related to swallowing for improving feeding." C.B. (Jun. 2022)
"Easy to follow, good presentation." V.V. (Jun. 2022)
"I really enjoyed the case studies and questions throughout. They helped to keep me engaged throughout." L.P. (Jun. 2022)
"All of the course was beneficial, as I am a recent SLP grad working with feeding clients. I liked the video clips, lab exercises, and application questions." J.S. (May 2022)
"Liked the videos explaining the techniques used on actual clients." I.C. (May 2022)
"I liked the different techniques and therapy models for improving bolus cohesion and using realistic examples of multiple swallow cases, bolus holding, etc. This is pediatric swallowing based therapy that I can apply to my work!" J.S. (May 2022)
"The examples were very practical for working with patients with complex needs." E.S. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the therapy strategies and the video examples and lab examples – all very helpful for understanding how our patients might be feeling." J.B. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the research presented." F.P. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the treatment procedures specifically pocketing, and the lab practice." A.R. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the therapy strategies, and that I can stop and start so I don't miss things when I have unexpected interruptions." K.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the video of real therapy in action." S.D. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the video examples, application questions, and case studies." B.S. (Nov. 2021)
"This course offered more than I expected. I am so glad I took it." K.S. (Sept. 2021)
"It was good to get a great review of what and why problems occur; the practicums and videos were really useful to use what we learned; the identification of the various problems and the therapy activities were all so helpful! I am putting tabs on each of the "problem areas" so I can refer to them often!! The instructor had a great format for teaching, and had so much information and experiences to share!" K.S. (Sept. 2021)
"I love the videos and the lab practices. I enjoyed the discussion on the reason children may resist certain foods. I always thought it was related to texture but that may not be the case. The speaker is so knowledgeable and explains everything very well." G.S. (Sept. 2021)
"All of it was helpful! Even things that are 'common' knowledge are great to have reminders and reinforcement about strategies and their use. I liked ALL info included in the slides and the videos to demo concepts. The info is well laid out and is very, very useful and practical." K.B. (Jul. 2021)
"Going over the extensive therapy techniques which are paired very specifically with deficits was most beneficial. I like that the presenter provided useful information throughout." A.N. (Jun. 2021)
"Learning about various ways to increase consuming a variety of solid foods was helpful. The info about bolus formation was specifically beneficial." N.G. (May 2021)
"This course was a great review of the "why" of so many symptoms that SLPs treat pediatric feeding disorders. The presenter breaks down specific areas such as gagging, pocketing, oral holding, etc. and describes physiologically why the child may be presenting with one of these symptoms and includes treatment strategies that can be implemented to help in these areas. I liked that it included sensory and motor impairments and included discussion on how "behavioral feeders" can sometimes be misunderstood." J.L. (May 2021)
"I enjoyed all the therapy techniques and that the presentation style was easy to follow." R.D. (May 2021)
"I am new to pediatric feeding information, so all the topics were useful as an introduction to potential issues and techniques that can be used in therapy. I liked the mixture of information, video examples, and application activities." J.F. (Apr. 2021)
"There was so much detail about each deficit, but not in an overwhelming way. It was a very comprehensive look at each deficit. The therapy techniques and ideas for each area discussed were especially helpful." M.C. (Apr. 2021)
"Great information & research/evidence based practices to intervention for feeding. All of the sensory difficulties addressed, along with therapy techniques to help remediate the child's difficulties were beneficial." A.M. (Mar. 2021)
“I like how the presentation is laid out in a simple to follow instruction.” A.O. (Feb. 2021)
"The entire course will be beneficial. I particularly liked the Mealtime Management portion related to the sensory aspect of feeding issues. I liked the comprehensive handouts for quick reference and the list of resources and the videos. Goal writing or sample goals would be helpful." L.O. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Jennifer Dahms, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
This course is the first in a 3-course series on pediatric dysphagia. It presents detailed information on techniques and strategies for addressing oral motor feeding disorders. Discusses therapy techniques to address deficits of the lip, cheek, tongue lateralization, tongue elevation, biting, and chewing. Course includes video examples, case studies, lab practice and application activities. ... more+
"Practical therapeutic strategies. I liked the videos and explanations." E.R. (Aug. 2024)
"The therapeutic strategies were helpful. Very detailed course." M.J. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the examples that were given and being able to practice." C.J. (Aug. 2024)
"Information about therapy techniques for types of oral phase movements is something I needed more of and feel all of this was very insightful. I also enjoyed the videos showing therapy techniques." S.M. (Aug. 2024)
"All the information was beneficial, and I liked the labs." C.S. (Jul. 2024)
"Oral motor exercises to use with clients were beneficial." T.C. (Jul. 2024)
"I think this course was a very comprehensive overview of the oral motor component of pediatric dysphagia. I liked that the speaker gave practical examples and frequently referenced research." L.P. (Jul. 2024)
"I appreciated the detailed list of considerations for a child with dysphagia. I liked that all the information was on the slides for reference later." B.C. (Jul. 2024)
"Assessment of chewing and massage of tongue base was helpful. The course was very thorough." K.W. (Jul. 2024)
"The lab activities and the therapy strategies were most beneficial. I liked the therapy strategies that I can use both in therapy and in dynamic assessments." E.H. (Jun. 2024)
"The specific exercises to target for each deficit area were helpful. Great case example videos and lab practice activities for a more engaging learning experience." M.B. (Jun. 2024)
"Specific therapeutic oral motor activities. I liked the video demonstrations." J.R. (Jun. 2024)
"The videos to pair with case study questions were very helpful. I also enjoyed learning more about tethering, as I was not very familiar with that prior to this course. I liked the practice assignments, which really helped to instill the topic being covered at that time. It really helped to put me in the mind of some of my patients and the difficulties they encounter with basic skills I take for granted." S.F. (Jun. 2024)
"ALL of the information was beneficial since I work with children with oral feeding disorders. I liked the interactive videos/pictures." B.H. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial breakdown of the areas of the oral motor musculature involved in the phases of the swallow. I liked the accessibility of the course as well as the test preview and the slides." B.T. (May. 2024)
"How and what to evaluate and treatment suggestions were beneficial. The course was very informative and well organized." V.H. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing treatment was helpful. I liked the labs." C.M. (Apr. 2024)
"The portion with tongue and jaw strength was beneficial. I enjoyed the video examples." K.M. (Apr. 2024)
"Specific examples of medical diagnoses and how these things relate to that population helped me make better connections. I enjoyed the videos of treatment modalities in action." C.H. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the practical intervention strategies. Great organization." A.F. (Mar. 2024)
"Beneficial examples of therapy to explain what to do if these deficits are noted! I enjoyed the videos of actual patients." H.S. (Mar. 2024)
"Labs, videos, and discussion using the case studies were helpful. I liked that I could go at my own speed." K.U. (Mar. 2024)
"I really appreciated the specific treatment strategies for each area. The patient videos were really helpful to reinforce the discussion." J.H. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing the signs and symptoms of chewing disorders was beneficial. I liked having notes as well as the video." H.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing the massage techniques and how they are effective was helpful. The presentation was clear and practical." M.N. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the specific examples of deficits and how to provide therapy for them." A.V. (Dec. 2023)
"Therapeutic strategies were helpful. I liked the use of real-life videos of patients." S.P. (Nov. 2023)
"The use of tethering and clinical swallow techniques to support children with difficulties in these areas was beneficial. I liked the ability to go at my own pace." J.C. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the intervention strategies and the interactive lab practice and video examples." A.A. (Nov. 2023)
"Biting/chewing deficits were beneficial to discuss. I liked the breakdown of different categories." J.J. (Nov. 2023)
"Strategies for therapy. I liked the use of video modeling." E.R. (Nov. 2023)
"The course was organized in a manner that made sense, and I feel like everything was covered, from background to assessment to treatment. The information on tongue tie was particularly helpful for my daily practice." K.S. (Oct. 2023)
"Very informative course. It made me think about some of my current patients and why I am seeing some of the behaviors I am seeing. Discussing postural stability was beneficial because it really emphasized that safe feeding is not isolated to the oral motor system and that the core needs to be addressed as well." C.C. (Oct. 2023)
"I am starting to work with more feeding clients, and this course will improve my therapy techniques. I liked that I could pause and replay sections." A.A. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the therapeutic exercises. And the applications to daily practice." J.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Providing sensory input to elicit motor response! Presenter did a great job of pacing course, and the order of info was great." J.J. (Oct. 2023)
"Relevant to my caseload." R.R. (Sep. 2023)
"Chewing therapy was beneficial. I liked the videos and lab exercises." R.A. (Sep. 2023)
"The therapeutic strategies were helpful. The presentation was clear and concise. The presenter had great visual slides and examples. I also appreciated the case study scenarios - they were very functional." A.A. (Aug. 2023)
"Helpful information about therapy techniques and how to assess." T.M. (Aug. 2023)
"Jaw section and chewing were beneficial topics. I liked all the different therapy techniques mentioned." M.V. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the treatment applications and the examples." K.M. (Aug. 2023)
"The exercises were very helpful. Applicability to my practice." A.W. (Aug. 2023)
"The specific information on biting and chewing was beneficial, and I liked the video examples." J.F. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked how presenter broke down all components of the oral phase and described treatment techniques for each area of weakness. I liked the flexibility of completing course on my own time." K.B. (Jul. 2023)
"Chewing and progression of food textures were beneficial topics. I liked all of the information." A.J. (Jul. 2023)
"Buccal tightness and weakness was very interesting. I enjoyed the video inserts. I also enjoyed the research articles." A.S. (Jul. 2023)
"Tongue lateralization was a beneficial topic. I have a student who has very low tone and decreased tongue movement, and I've been struggling to help her increase lateralization/ROM. I appreciated all of the therapeutic techniques discussed - many courses spend a lot of time on background information but don't provide enough info for putting strategies into practice." J.R. (Jul. 2023)
"The therapy recommendations for oral motor exercises were beneficial. I liked that I could take course at my own pace. It was a lot of information to digest. I liked that I could go back and listen to some sections twice to fully comprehend the material." J.M. (Jul. 2023)
"Very clear explanations and instructions with real case video examples. Types of exercises that benefit different problems and how to complete them." G.L. (Jun. 2023)
"Strategies for all areas of deficits. The video examples were helpful to visualize the material being presented." M.R. (Jun. 2023)
"Review of neuromuscular underpinnings was beneficial. I liked the lab activities and video examples." T.L. (May 2023)
"This is the course I needed to understand what to look for and how to improve different deficits for all structures involved with feeding and positioning! I liked the video demonstrations." H.B. (May 2023)
"All of this content was beneficial. I liked the demonstration with real-life clients." H.H. (May 2023)
"Therapeutic approaches to OME and feeding were beneficial. I liked the videos and demonstrations." V.A. (Apr. 2023)
"All topics discussed were beneficial beginning with anatomy and connecting all of the body. I liked the techniques and anatomy." K.G. (Mar. 2023)
"The presenter was very knowledgeable. This course thoroughly reviewed the connection between postural stability and oral motor/feeding deficits with applications that could be used right away with my clients." L.M. (Jan. 2023)
"I enjoyed the practical applications of each activity to demonstrate examples of feeding difficulties among children and how they might benefit from therapeutic techniques." C.C. (Jan. 2023)
"I enjoyed the structure in terms of areas of deficit, followed by signs and symptoms, then the ways in which it can be treated." C.C. (Jan. 2023)
"Function of muscles and how it is applicable to children's development was beneficial. I liked the layout of the course." C.A. (Jan. 2023)
"Good demonstrations and research." K.W. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked all of it. Therapy techniques were beneficial." A.W. (Jan. 2023)
"Practical application and things to look for in order to determine what intervention to apply." M.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Postural stability specifically trunk stability and mobility was beneficial. The examples and video demonstrations were helpful." M.A. (Dec. 2022)
"Each section's practice questions/clinical application questions were helpful to see how the information learned could be used to assess and treat "real-life" patients. I liked the suggested therapeutic activities/strategies included in each section." E.K. (Dec. 2022)
"Therapeutic exercises were beneficial. I liked the course organization." A.R. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the oral motor treatment strategies, and in-depth discussion about each oral motor structure." A.J. (Dec. 2022)
"Wealth of information. I liked the assessment and therapy strategies looking at different skills in feeding." A.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Oral motor deficits broken down and discussed by anatomical structures." L.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Videos and the way info was broken down was helpful. The presenter's knowledge was great!" K.L. (Nov. 2022)
"The step by step information of all the parts of the mouth involved in eating was good." D.S. (Oct. 2022)
"I loved the thoroughness of explanations for each aspect of oral structure and function and therapeutic interventions for each deficit area." L.G. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the videos and intervention examples provided. And the information about Buccal and lingual deficits and therapeutic strategies to improve them." K.O. (Sept. 2022)
"Speaker provided multiple examples and the videos were quite good. I got a new perspective on approaches I have been using." D.V. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the layout and how it moved from one area of concern to the next and ended with chewing. It helped show that there is a lot to consider during feeding other than chewing and swallowing." C.J. (Sept. 2022)
"Gave deficits then specific ways to help remediate. I liked the strategies for tongue lateralization and chewing." A.W. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the ability to stop and start." E.P. (Aug. 2022)
"I enjoyed the review of the cranial nerves and the therapy techniques presented." M.K. (Jul. 2022)
"Learning exact exercise techniques for lips, cheeks, tongue, jaw to process food textures was beneficial. Also, identifying weaknesses. I liked that the course is online and you can go at your own pace." M.M. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked how intensive the course was regarding recognizing red flag signs. Liked the specific exercises that address each area of concern. The importance of each movement per structure and the clinical signs and symptoms of problems in each area." M.L. (Jun. 2022)
"Practical material. Liked the therapeutic strategies." L.H. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked that the course covered therapy techniques in great detail." S.C. (Jun. 2022)
"The course was very thorough." D.W. (Jun. 2022)
"Wealth of information! And I liked that you could go at your own pace, pausing and giving yourself breaks as needed." L.P. (May 2022)
"All of the course was great, as I am a new SLP going into a clinic with feeding clients. Liked the lab exercises and videos to get a feel and a visual of the information." J.S. (May 2022)
"I found the whole course to be beneficial because I am new to feeding therapy. The demonstration videos were especially helpful." L.B. (May 2022)
"I loved the progression of oral motor skills and exercises from front to back. It was very comprehensive and thorough." H.D. (May 2022)
"I liked the strategies and therapy techniques for chewing as chewing deficits are what I most commonly see." C.B. (May 2022)
"She was very thorough and organized in her content." K.W. (May 2022)
"This entire course was beneficial, as I am beginning my training in order to work with children with feeding and swallowing deficits." M.W. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the ease of video streaming and testing formats. Also loved the discount to buy all portions of course!" A.S. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the specific tx techniques & strategies (e.g. lollipop pull for lip closure). Course provided very practical info." O.S. (Apr. 2022)
"Practical therapeutic strategies. I liked that the videos and examples were of actual patients/clients." E.S. (Mar. 2022)
"The exercises were very helpful. I liked the demonstration of exercises and laboratory to demonstrate the deficits and strategies." F.D. (Mar. 2022)
"Videos of actual swallowing therapy were beneficial." S.P. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the strategies for therapy. The instructor did an excellent job explaining material as well as providing lab work." C.A. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the discussion of how things interconnect and ways to work on one area while supporting another – how everything was discussed in relation to one another." A.M. (Jan. 2022)
"I am trying to build my base knowledge for pediatric swallowing disorders and this was a great introduction to therapy techniques, with concrete and thorough information about clinical signs, symptoms and impressions. It was extremely informative and I look forward to taking the subsequent parts of the course series!" E.H. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the use of research and implications for therapy. Additionally, the videos of patients before, during, and after therapy techniques." M.W. (Dec. 2021)
"Very detailed and thorough. I definitely need to take parts 2 and 3 to feel that I have the best base possible for the topic. Use of videos were very helpful to learn the topics, and more would be even better." N.N. (Dec. 2021)
"It was very thoughtfully constructed with the application sections and lab practices. Well organized for immediate clinical use." A.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I am trying to build my base knowledge for pediatric swallowing disorders and this was a great introduction to therapy techniques, with concrete and thorough information about clinical signs, symptoms and impressions. It was extremely informative and I look forward to taking the subsequent parts of the course!" E.H. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the variety of techniques described for each area of difficulty. It contained a lot of practical information and resources that I will be able to use daily." D.B. (Oct. 2021)
"All of this information will benefit me in daily practice! I liked the labs and videos, I am a visual learner!" S.S. (Sept. 2021)
"Chewing patterns and placement/positioning tips were beneficial for my daily practice." E.H. (Sept. 2021)
"The detailed information and techniques/strategies for oral motor feeding disorders were very good." N.H. (Aug. 2021)
"I fully appreciated all of the oral-motor signs and symptoms and the therapeutic techniques. I loved that she used lab practices!" J.V. (Aug. 2021)
"I really enjoyed the discussion of the exercises to do and applications for them. I also liked how the course tied all of the concepts together, and reinforced them throughout the presentation. Because of the length of the course, I appreciated that I could pause the course at any time, and return later when I was available. I liked that NSS kept track of my progress." K.W. (Jul. 2021)
“I enjoyed the predictable pattern of presentation of each topic, supplemented with practical practice and video examples.” D.B. (Mar. 2021)
“I liked that videos of real children with real issues were included. It helped to visualize what was being discussed.” E.B. (Feb. 2021)
"I have recently begun working with clients in early intervention, which requires additional knowledge around feeding/swallowing. While I definitely feel more confident having experts on my team, I wanted to extend my knowledge to have a better understanding of certain techniques used and the science behind them." A.O. (Feb. 2021)
“This course was clear and easy to understand with informative slides paired with case studies and research. I found this information to be very applicable to everyday practice.” K.B. (Jan. 2021)
"I liked the videos and research part. I love how the course is broken down into clinical signs and symptoms, and therapy, and research. It was well organized. Thank you! Also, I love the personal clinical experience embedded in the course material." R.N. (Jan. 2021)
"In depth discussion of facilitating chewing skills was one of the most comprehensive I've experienced. I liked the breadth and depth of information and immediate application potential to clinical practice." S.R. (Jan. 2021)
"All of it was beneficial! The presenter is definitely an expert in her field and has such a vast knowledge basis. She was very detail oriented and explained everything well. I have already recommended this course to colleagues. I also appreciated the lab activities and videos." G.S. (Jan. 2021)
“I loved the detailed therapeutic activities. Also, the videos to support what coursework detailed. I'm a visual learner, so it helped tremendously to see it in action.” V.B. (Jan. 2021)
“This is an excellent course for any specialist working on feeding skills to have a broader idea and knowledge of how to properly engage in a feeding assessment and therapy. Everything was wonderful!” C.R. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Marissa Rocheleau, MA, CCC-SLP
This course is designed as an introduction to teletherapy evaluation and treatment for speech-language pathologists working with either children or adults. This course will cover client factors, privacy concerns, and technology considerations. It includes multiple samples of telepractice in action as a great visual aid for applying the material covered.... more+
"I have been considering opening a private practice, so all of the topics were beneficial. I liked the ease of use." J.P. (Aug. 2024)
"The treatment resources that were provided were very helpful. I liked the example videos." H.H. (Aug. 2024)
"I was debating about doing my own telepractice business and this course helped me understand some legal aspects I didn't know about such as needing to be licensed also in state where the client lives. The speaker appeared to have had a lot of experience and knowledge in this area." J.B. (Aug. 2024)
"Therapy resources were beneficial. Good intro to Telepractice." T.F. (Jul. 2024)
"Equipment and licensing were beneficial to discuss. I liked that the course was brief with resources to use." K.S. (Jul. 2024)
"Beneficial discussing that telepractice is a service delivery model that may appeal to certain clients. I enjoyed the list of treatment resources." B.R. (Jun. 2024)
"List of resources was helpful. I liked the discussion on evaluations." M.A. (Jun. 2024)
"Treatment resources and equipment options were beneficial. I appreciated the numerous tips and real-life experiences." J.B. (Jun. 2024)
"The evaluation resources were helpful. I enjoyed the demonstrations." H.V. (Mar. 2024)
"Specific software and hardware recommendations were beneficial. I liked the course length!" J.W. (Mar. 2024)
"It was beneficial discussing the document camera and microphone (specific equipment). She was well informed and had experience with all of the technology." B.H. (Feb. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss what technology is needed for telepractice. Knowledgeable presenter." M.B. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing the increased use of telepractice due to the pandemic was beneficial." L.L. (Dec. 2023)
"This course answered many of my questions about how to find resources, how to run an eval & treatment session virtually, and what is considered evidence-based / best practice. It was beneficial to see what are the basic hardware items needed, as well as the examples of how to run an evaluation / treatment session via telepractice." J.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Specific equipment needs, suggestions for the best equipment, and examples of testing and therapy were all beneficial to discuss. I liked the course pace, organization, knowledge of the presenter, and comprehension of slides." J.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing bandwidth requirements for not lagging and the websites for treatment were helpful." P.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Websites to use for telepractice treatment ideas with pediatrics were helpful. I enjoyed the many resources and websites that were provided." J.K. (Nov. 2023)
"The breakdown of teletherapy service benefits was beneficial. I liked the ease of course access and the pertinent information provided." J.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Factors to consider when deciding which service delivery model to use for a speech student or client. Since Telepractice is not the right service delivery model for every client, I found this discussion of factors critical, giving good guidelines to the therapist and enabling them to make an ethical decision." C.F. (Oct. 2023)
"I was able to learn specific details on what a therapist would need in order to set up a telepractice speech/language program. Discussion of hardware & software suggestions and treatment resources were particularly excellent. I really liked the suggestions for ethical treatment resources used in telepractice treatment." C.F. (Oct. 2023)
"This course covered the information I need to know for the basic setup of providing services. Adult evaluations for dysphagia were beneficial to discuss." B.G. (Oct. 2023)
"Easy to follow. I liked the materials and software options." M.G. (Oct. 2023)
"I enjoyed learning about different hardware needed to do telepractice therapy. The speaker appeared to be very knowledgeable about her field of expertise." M.L. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked that this course covered questions related to caseload selection, reimbursement, equipment use, and online resources. The need to confirm that one's professional liability insurance covers telepractice, coding to suggest the manner of service delivery, and treatment resources were beneficial topics." R.R. (Aug. 2023)
"Very useful information." T.W. (Aug. 2023)
"I found the explanations regarding the various considerations related to telepractice to be very informative." A.M. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked that the course talked about the different technology equipment needed if you want to do teletherapy. I love the handouts given!" K.K. (Jul. 2023)
"I appreciated learning about privacy and reimbursement considerations. This course was a nice overview of how to start a telepractice." N.G. (Jul. 2023)
"Learning telepractice as a service delivery model was beneficial. I liked the convenience of taking course online." A.R. (Mar. 2023)
"I found the information about the hardware, software, and paper-based evaluation most beneficial, because I was unaware of how to evaluate clients/students in telepractice." L.R. (Feb. 2023)
"I enjoyed the links to resources for treatment. I liked the clarity of all the information provided for SLPs doing telepractice working in contractor positions or as business owners." L.R. (Feb. 2023)
"Presenter gave good information about various resources for online evaluations and therapy." M.K. (Nov. 2022)
"Very practical considerations for setting up telepractice. The presenter was quite knowledgeable about the topic - clearly with direct experience." H.H. (Oct. 2022)
"Good overview of private practice considerations - treatment app subscription choices; information on need for liability insurance; HCPC modifier codes." J.Z. (Oct. 2022)
"Good websites to access treatment activities. I liked the information regarding online resources." D.S. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the list of online resources. And the setup and requirements for teletherapy." L.M. (Oct. 2022)
"Concise with good information." F.W. (Sept. 2022)
"All the telepractice information was helpful." C.D. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the specific technology recommendations, online resources, and video examples." S.B. (July 2022)
"This was an in-depth look into the pros and cons of teletherapy. I liked the resources that can be used to supplement sessions and the information regarding billing." D.R. (July 2022)
"Learning the difference between Q-Global and Q-Interactive for evaluating clients was beneficial. And the research provided for the efficacy of teletherapy." N.C. (July 2022)
"Short and easy to understand. Liked discussion on equipment needed." L.F. (July 2022)
"Description of hardware needed was helpful. I liked the organization and ease of presentation." J.S. (July 2022)
"I appreciated the telepractice information provided by the speaker. She reinforced the importance of patient privacy, written permission from Pearson for paper testing, and further telepractice research for potential use (i.e., dysphagia evaluation). I also appreciated the therapy activity resources (i.e., various websites) that she provided." B.D. (July 2022)
"Concise relay of information; covered range of aspects to consider before "jumping into" telepractice." M.G. (June 2022)
"The author addressed items comprehensively. Covered the logistics of setting up eval and tx in telepractice." K.B. (June 2022)
"Liked the tips for using paper evaluations through telepractice. Very pertinent information and well organized." A.P. (June 2022)
"Great resources. I look forward to the next 2 courses." Y.C. (June 2022)
"Specific resources for teletherapy treatment." D.C. (Apr. 2022)
"The types of telepractice and the treatment resources was very helpful. I felt the presentation covered a lot of material in just an hour." M.B. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the specifics on equipment needed, pros and cons, video of eval and therapy session." M.S. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the resources on what materials to use with students." A.K. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the examples of websites to use in therapy. Course was easy to follow along." T.A. (Jan. 2022)
"Presenter appeared very knowledgeable and was thorough." J.T. (Dec. 2021)
"All information was very helpful. Information was presented well!" A.R. (Nov. 2021)
"The resources available for telepractice treatment were good for my daily practice. Good overview of pros and cons of telepractice treatment and evaluation." J.T. (Oct. 2021)
"All of the information is interesting. I have only practiced as an "in person" therapist. Understanding the equipment needed, materials/APPS, evidence based limitations was good." K.R. (Oct. 2021)
"As a school-based SLP using telepractice for the last year and a half, I was unaware of some of the regulatory issues. This was very helpful to know. I was unaware of any research in this area, however in my own experience I found that telepractice allows me to work one-to-one with my students rather than in groups and as a result I have noticed more timely results. Also, I have wondered if there a was a carryover component since I was actually working with them in a primary environment, rather than a tucked-away speech room." J.C. (Sept. 2021)
"I found the summary and examples of evaluation procedures most beneficial. I liked that she provided example videos to illustrate points and provide insight on real application." J.W. (Aug. 2021)
“I was glad to clarify some information related to online evaluations. I was also glad to have her list of useful therapy sites as well. The presenter was well prepared and presented her information clearly.” M.G. (Aug. 2021)
“I appreciated the resources for therapy and the guidelines for starting up (LLC) and malpractice coverage. I liked the level of instruction and the organization of information. The pace of the presentation was perfect for me.” B.P. (Jul. 2021)
"It was clear and concise. Also, that it provided websites to look into." A.M. (May 2021)
“I found the references and the pros and cons of telepractice to be helpful.” M.S. (Mar. 2021)
"The discussion on pros and cons was most beneficial. I am interested in this type of practice am looking for information: this course provided the beginnings, I look forward to viewing the other 2 parts. Good presentation of both pros and cons." C.S. (Feb. 2021)
“It was a great session! Good practical info for using Telepractice as an SLP.” H.M. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Robert Arnold, SLPD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Signs and symptoms traditionally thought by SLPs to represent an oral or pharyngeal dysphagia may also at times be the result of a primary or comorbid esophageal swallow disorder, or even be the result of pathology at the level of the stomach, intestine, and/or colon. This course explores integrating into the clinical swallow exam both esophageal physiology evaluation and screening for signs and symptoms of pathology in the lower GI tract.... more+
"The information on instrumentals was helpful." B.P. (Aug. 2024)
"Treatment of esophageal dysphagia was beneficial. The course was easy to understand." S.J. (Jul. 2024)
"I appreciated the numerous case studies and the advocacy for SLPS to evaluate esophageal dysphagia in patients with oral dysphagia who exhibit prolonged meal times and other s/s of GERD." K.D. (Jul. 2024)
"The focus on esophageal disorders was helpful. I liked the inclusion of case studies; thorough." J.B. (Jun. 2024)
"General understanding of the esophagus was beneficial. I really enjoyed the videos." R.S. (Jun. 2024)
"The discussion that typical complaints of globus sensation can be much more than they seem was beneficial. I liked the case studies." L.S. (Apr. 2024)
"The overall understanding of disorders at the esophageal level and thinking about the swallowing process from oral stages to the stomach and beyond!" A.A. (Feb. 2024)
"Key areas to indicate esophageal dysphagia, need for palpation to augment FEES. Flexibility to learn, reflection and applying to community learning disability caseload." J.A. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing types of esophageal dysfunction and how they contribute to pharyngeal dysphagia. I found all the information interesting and useful." R.D. (Jan. 2024)
"Esophageal dysphagia/etiologies were beneficial to discuss." J.P. (Jan. 2024)
"The case history questions and considerations when screening for esophageal dysphagia or esophageal involvement were beneficial. I liked that the course was self-paced without a time limit for completion." N.M. (Jan. 2024)
"Increased awareness of the signs and symptoms of esophageal swallow disorders and potential treatments." S.B. (Dec. 2023)
"The discussion of the type and impact of esophageal disorders on swallowing and how to make a differential diagnosis was beneficial. I liked the discussion of differential diagnosis being done in a single exam to help patients get referred more efficiently and quickly." R.K. (Dec. 2023)
"The esophageal info/testing and case studies were beneficial." D.D. (Dec. 2023)
"Looking to the future of our practice, specifically the endoscopy into the esophagus, was beneficial. I liked the research and literature cited that the SLP role in the management of esophageal disorders is often vague." L.P. (Nov. 2023)
"Very extensive coverage of esophageal dysphagia diagnosis and treatment." S.D. (Nov. 2023)
"The decision tree of how to determine symptoms relating to different types of dysphagia will be very useful. I really liked the specific case studies and follow-up information about them." D.K. (Nov. 2023)
"There was tons of evidence-based information and studies to support. I learned additional exercises for swallowing issues from this course." S.R. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning all of the possible comorbidities that can contribute to aspiration. I liked the case studies." D.B. (Oct. 2023)
"The case studies! I will talk to my colleagues about this training." L.T. (Oct. 2023)
"The case studies were very helpful!" J.F. (Oct. 2023)
"Understanding the various types of esophageal dysphagia as categories. LOTS of case studies!!" S.N. (Sep. 2023)
"Identifying need for GI consult was beneficial." J.Z. (Sep. 2023)
"The steps for testing for esophageal dysphagia and questions to ask for history were helpful." C.P. (Aug. 2023)
"Information provided regarding the scope of practice in dealing with esophageal phase disorders as an SLP was beneficial." L.B. (Jul. 2023)
"Learning how esophageal assessment fits into our scope of practice. The content was interesting and simple to comprehend." L.M. (Jun. 2023)
"Different treatments and referrals for esophageal dysphagia. I liked that I could pace myself through this self-study." E.S. (Jun. 2023)
"All content was beneficial! I liked the powerpoint and lecture format." L.M. (May 2023)
"The esophageal obstruction information...causes, etc was beneficial. I liked the informational format." M.W. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the case studies." B.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Speaker was obviously very knowledgeable. I liked the case studies and learning how various conditions present. Good info on slides, and he didn't just read them. He talked about them, referenced them, and gave lots of other context. Made course more interesting." L.D. (Jan. 2023)
"Good information related to esophageal dysphagia. Course was thorough but not overwhelming." J.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked everything. Learning various conditions causing esophageal dysphagia was helpful." T.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Esophageal education was new and helpful. Learning esophageal disorders and their potential contributions to voice disorders. List of instrumental assessments suited for evaluation of esophageal swallow physiology. Definition of pharyngo-esophageal dysphagia. List of targets for lumen restoration." S.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Clear, useful, and well organized. It was so good to learn more details about specific disorders of the esophagus (instead of just referring to GI and letting them figure it out). Now, I will be able to better direct my colleagues as to *why* the referral was made." R.F. (Nov. 2022)
"Thorough information presented." S.M. (Nov. 2022)
"The explanation of terminology, treatment techniques, and strategies were good." M.K. (Oct. 2022)
"The content was good and I liked the esophageal disorders topic." T.J. (Sept. 2022)
"The course was easy to follow." A.S. (Aug. 2022)
"This course was excellent!" C.H. (June 2022)
"I liked the esophageal focus and the esophageal history intake." J.M. (Mar. 2022)
"I now have a better understanding of some of the esophageal terminology and disorders." N.A. (Dec. 2021)
"Presenter was EXCELLENT. Not only was he informative and experienced, but there was an incredible compassion regarding the plight of those who live in rural locations who cannot access appropriate diagnostic methods. Also, he had a wonderful compassion about the impact of these disorders." C.S. (Dec. 2021)
“I loved Dr. Arnold's clear presentation style and the plethora of information that can be applied to daily practice.” D.M. (Dec. 2021)
“This was a very thorough course. Plus, it walks you through each step several times. The examples were extremely helpful.” L.R. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked that I could complete the course at my own pace and review prior information as needed." K.S. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked learning about esophageal disorders. All the topics will be beneficial to me." A.A. (Nov. 2021)
"Learning the relationship between oral/pharyngeal dysphagia and esophagus – the practical treatment options." S.C. (Nov. 2021)
"Discussion of new esophageal assessments and techniques – the convenience of the online course format." K.L. (Nov. 2021)
"The crossover therapy techniques, myofacial release therapy to re-mobilize soft tissues after radiation were beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the case studies and review of terminology." M.T. (Sept. 2021)
“I thoroughly enjoyed learning to take into account the entire digestive system as part of my CSA. I also enjoyed learning about the various esophageal complications that can impede the swallow and pose risks for aspiration.” K.R. (Jun. 2021)
"I liked learning in greater detail the importance of assessing the esophagus & how to do it. I enjoyed the holistic approach, going over how the upper and lower digestive tracts work together, and linking multiple areas together - voice, swallowing, GERD, & cough." A.H. (May 2021)
"I work in SNFs with elderly who exhibit esophageal symptoms and have always been weak in this area due to minimal training/exposure. I liked that it explained an area that I needed to learn about and that I can use the info in working with the elderly." G.J. (Apr. 2021)
"Understanding the depths of scope of practice for SLP and knowing where it crosses over into another professional's scope was most helpful. Very insightful information." B.M. (Mar. 2021)
"I enjoyed the discussion on risk management with transnasal procedures and going over the role of SLP in upper aerodigestive function. I have more of a leg to stand on with some radiologists during MBS." J.K. (Feb. 2021)
"The general info and how connected all parts of the aerodigestive tract are was helpful discussion. Well organized course." P.M. (Jan. 2021)
“I found all the different tests to help diagnose problems very helpful.” K.M. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Rebecca Rowe, MA, CCC-SLP
This course provides a wide-focus view on the various areas of Executive Functioning from age 3 to 18. It reviews all the major areas of Executive Functioning, intervention strategies for each, research regarding Executive Functions, co-existing conditions, and brain structures related to Executive Functioning. Includes an in-depth case study and practical strategies to implement into your clinical practice.... more+
"Beneficial discussing the specific intervention strategies for helping each age group with EF." K.C. (Jul. 2024)
"Ways to teach middle school children organization skills was helpful as I treat middle schoolers with executive functioning deficits. Case studies were also helpful in applying learned information." A.C. (Jun. 2024)
"So many practical ways to implement intervention." C.P. (Mar. 2024)
"I found the strong emphasis on self-regulation for infants, preschoolers, and elementary school-aged children especially helpful. The comparison of EF skills and self-regulation to an airport traffic controller was great. I also appreciated the many ideas about the emergence of self-regulation, the disruptions that can occur in development, and the practical suggestions to give to parents and teachers." D.D. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the comprehensiveness of this presentation - tracking kids from infancy to adulthood. The presentation was clear and understandable, and the handouts were wonderful!" D.D. (Jan. 2024)
"The information on executive functioning and treatment was beneficial." N.B. (Nov. 2023)
"The course content was relevant and applicable to assessment and therapy. I liked the tools and handouts provided." K.F. (Oct. 2023)
"I love learning about EF." V.H. (Oct. 2023)
"Beneficial interventions to work on specific areas of EF. Also love the studies and information to refer to about the impact of screen time to share with parents. Showing the brain development and how quickly it grows early on and the slowing process as they get older." E.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked all content. Excellent details." N.Y. (Feb. 2023)
"I enjoyed the speaker and her examples. She was easy to listen to and follow the information. I liked the strategies to help build the specific areas of weak Executive Function skills." J.P. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the strategies and resource materials provided. Things were presented in a way to assist with learning the material, i.e., practical experience, research studies." R.L. (Dec. 2022)
"Very applicable for my caseload as children seem to be coming to school less and less regulated." C.G. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked discussion of middle school students. Presenter was very easy and engaging to listen to." J.W. (Nov. 2022)
"Detailed descriptions of executive function components. I liked the examples of executive function tasks." J.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning executive functioning development and how to specifically target this area." E.M. (Nov. 2022)
"The speaker was very knowledgeable and gave many examples. I liked the discussion on executive function as it relates to caregiver attention." I.D. (Nov. 2022)
"Reviewing activities and strategies that build executive functioning skills was helpful. I liked the list of resources and activities to build specific executive functioning skills." J.O. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the ideas for activities that target executive functioning." S.A. (Nov. 2022)
"Strategies for building executive function were beneficial. I liked the research and resource materials." J.A. (Nov. 2022)
"ALL the resources! I liked the overview of all that is covered under executive function. Most specifically the "this is what it looks like in a child with..." L.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Applicable information to employ in daily practice." K.S. (Oct. 2022)
"The course covered several age groups and provided specific intervention strategies." B.P. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the case study. Pace was perfect, great examples." K.P. (Sept. 2022)
"The presenter organized and explained the large amount of material very well. I liked the discussion about how stress affects children's executive function." V.D. (June 2022)
"As an administrator, I will be recommending this course to all of our district SLPs." R.F. (May 2022)
"Very comprehensive course. Learning what to expect at certain age levels." S.J. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the therapeutic interventions outlined for working memory. Lots of good studies to give examples, i.e. screen time, positive parental responses, etc." M.B. (Dec. 2021)
“This course provides some good information on a topic that is becoming more important in the school setting.” M.G. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the variety of activities and ideas for intervention." R.K. (Dec. 2021)
"Actually, all of the topics I thought were very beneficial. Excellent course." P.F. (Nov. 2021)
"Practical ideas that can be implemented in daily routines." V.Y. (Nov. 2021)
"The presenter was engaging, knowledgeable and provided practical resources to incorporate ideas for treatment into practice. Liked the assessment and treatment plans for executive function disorders." A.M. (Nov. 2021)
“I think this course was a very comprehensive presentation on a multi-faceted topic. I like the resources provided, and the narrative discourse provided additional details, examples, and explanations.” J.C. (Oct. 2021)
“The information presented in this course is very relevant and will help me with the students I treat.” J.C. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked all the practical strategies and ideas for implementing into my therapy sessions in the classroom." H.H. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the breakdown and explanation of executive functions, the research to back up the presentation, and the examples of visuals used to support executive functions. I liked the real-life examples of visuals to support organization and completion of tasks." C.S. (Sept. 2021)
“I like the discussion of tools and strategies to help with attention. We can accommodate oral strategies into practice to help children sustain attention. This will be helpful. I also liked the discussion of positive reinforcement and interaction of the mother on attention and the influence on screen time, and executive functions, this is critical information to share with parents.” A.F. (Aug. 2021)
“The intervention strategies to implement with students with deficits with Executive Functioning skills at different ages were helpful. I also think the strategies given by the presenter to identify and implement with different school-age students to increase their Executive Functioning skills will be very useful.” K.A. (Jul. 2021)
"Good overall review and application. I liked the strategies and examples at the end." M.O. (Jun. 2021)
“I truly enjoyed learning about the different areas of executive functioning. I particularly liked learning about the area of self-regulation and different therapy tips to address it. I also enjoyed the speaker's manner in which she clearly explained the different functions and provided concrete examples.” J.L. (Jun. 2021)
"Loved all the examples and resources provided during intervention with these students. Organized course - tons of information, evidenced based, research." V.B. (May 2021)
"The research was very enlightening and the suggestions for activities for each age group were beneficial to my practice, and my own life with children. I liked the presenter and how everything she talked about was clearly explained, referenced with research, but also very relatable." C.H.. (May 2021)
"I work primarily with preschool children so this has been helpful in communicating with parents and setting up treatment ideas. The course is practical and I could take away ideas to implement." K.P. (Apr. 2021)
"The discussion on developing self-regulation through everyday experiences was most useful. I thought the course was a nice overview to what I am already doing with clients." L.S. (Mar. 2021)
"I appreciate the examples of activities to use with students with executive function delays. The resources provided were great." M.G. (Mar. 2021)
"Learning how to evaluate executive functioning skills and set up interventions. Great presentation and Powerpoint, very complete and informative." J.G. (Mar. 2021)
"The resources provided, such as informal checklists, goal bank, and intervention activities were helpful. Liked the practical examples given, and the abundance of useful resources." A.S. (Mar. 2021)
"I appreciate the strategies shared for each area of executive functioning, and her handouts." M.G. (Mar. 2021)
"I liked the task initiation interventions - fast paced course." B.A. (Mar. 2021)
Presenters: Jennifer Llado, MS, CCC-SLP & Brenda Lovette, MS, CCC-SLP
There is increasing scientific evidence that meditation and breath work practices have the potential to improve brain function. This course will discuss evidence-based ways to incorporate mindfulness practices into speech, language, cognitive and voice therapy for the adult population. This course will also discuss practical applications including documentation.... more+
"Specific examples of breath work exercises, specifically, very interesting information re: unilateral nostril breathing for Aphasia. I appreciated learning how to apply these techniques to my practice, including goal and note writing." G.S. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the examples of clinical application, goals, resources." L.D. (Jun. 2024)
"I enjoyed the research info and the practice." C.M. (Feb. 2024)
"I LOVED the examples and case studies. SO powerful. Examples of guided practice, and uses of mediation techniques for guiding progress for a variety of patients." M.C. (Jan. 2024)
"Incorporation of yoga was a beneficial topic. I liked the evidence from studies." K.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The effects of meditation on stress and anxiety were helpful to discuss. I enjoyed the interactive portions." S.F. (Nov. 2023)
"I found the mindfulness and stuttering topic to be most beneficial. I liked that the presenters were very knowledgeable and experienced in the mindful practices presented." J.B. (Nov. 2023)
"The goals, objectives, and the research were beneficial. I liked the clinical practice application with a recognition that the patient is more than just the speech, language, and cognitive disorder." C.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Evidence-based ways to use mindfulness in therapy." C.O. (Nov. 2023)
"I really enjoyed this class in finding the benefits of meditation. I will definitely educate my patients about the benefits of meditation and guide them and/or incorporate meditation in my therapy. I also have learned the benefits of mental health and will recommend it to family members. The goal writing was very helpful." L.D. (Nov. 2023)
"Incorporated basic principles of meditation into different types of therapy. I liked the new information in this course." E.N. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning how helpful and important our breath can be. I liked the mindfulness check ins." A.M. (Oct. 2023)
"Easy and manageable course. Learning that meditation could be helpful with dysfluency and decrease stuttering events was beneficial." A.V. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked all the research dedicated to meditation practice and examples of goal writing. Guided meditation and unilateral nostril breathing were helpful topics." K.K. (Sep. 2023)
"Learning the advantages of using meditation in practically all areas of speech pathology. Good handouts and explanations." V.G. (Sep. 2023)
"Application to cognitive rehab. I liked the examples of documentation and clinical applications." N.M. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the use of mindfulness techniques for my patients with TBI." A.Z. (Jul. 2023)
"Learning how to write goals was beneficial. I liked how clear this course was." Y.K. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the research. I am a MBSR instructor and am pleased to see more people are understanding it." W.N. (May 2023)
"Discussing the importance of meditation was beneficial." B.J. (May 2023)
"Good content. Convenient course. I liked the review of research on the benefits of meditation and mindfulness." K.L. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning how Mindfulness can be used with the geriatric population." N.H. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the techniques used in therapy and the research studies showing the benefits of meditation for different diagnoses. I liked that there is a course that links meditation to success in therapy." A.B. (Dec. 2022)
"The presenters had great knowledge of the subject matter." A.W. (Dec. 2022)
"Clear information." Q.X. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the meditative techniques to help reduce anxiety and stress during tx sessions. The way to write goals and measurements utilizing meditative techniques was beneficial." D.P. (Nov. 2022)
"Real practical information. Love the holistic approaches to help therapy outcomes." L.W. (Nov. 2022)
"Mindfulness techniques to calm the body and increase focus were good. I liked all the articles reviewed." B.M. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the meditation techniques for specific disorders and how to write goals for using these techniques." L.H. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the evidence for benefits of meditation and experiencing the sample practices." R.W. (Sept. 2022)
"Sharing research from a variety of populations and the benefits of mindfulness was good. I liked the 4,7,8 breathing technique." M.K. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked everything about the course. The use of meditation with Voice and Fluency patients was beneficial for my practice." A.S. (July 2022)
"Learning that meditation has many benefits for Speech and Language Therapy applications. And learning meditation techniques for my patients and myself." B.D. (July 2022)
"I liked that the presenters provided sample documentation goals for language, dysfluency, and voice. They explained that there are possible applications to dysarthria. They provided research, websites, apps, and a Speech-Language Pathology Facebook group for further information." B.D. (July 2022)
"Learning specific research relating to benefits of meditation on cognitive domains, and how to actually write goals and notes for these domains. Learning ways to incorporate these ideas into existing goal frameworks. And learning that meditation can be the goal, or the modality for the goal." K.R. (June 2022)
"I liked the ways to address specific goals while using meditation techniques." Q.F. (June 2022)
"I treat mostly voice and pvfm, so application to techniques in this population was helpful. I liked the comprehensive review of research in areas discussed." M.J. (June 2022)
"I liked the evidence and research for application of mindfulness, and how to write appropriate goals." K.C. (Apr. 2022)
"The presenters provided actual goals and defined areas to apply the techniques. The resources and evidence-based information was also critical to be able to use the techniques without fear of being denied payment." K.C. (Apr. 2022)
"Learning to use breathing to re-focus attention." I.K. (Mar. 2022)
"Liked the application of practice to different areas of speech and language, as well as demonstrations of how to do some during therapy. Good list of resources." T.S. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the research that provided evidence that meditation and breathing has a statistically significant positive impact on those studied. And learning how to write goals to incorporate meditation and breathing practices." S.M. (Jan. 2022)
"The speech and fluency topic as well as the therapeutic presence topics were most helpful to me." L.L. (Jan. 2022)
"Across the board relevance to multiple speech and language disorders." J.R. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the application of mindfulness to therapy goals – loved the examples." K.L. (Dec. 2021)
“Good presenters and documented research to back up claims.” R.P. (Dec. 2021)
“I'm a huge fan of meditation, so I loved hearing all the research about how beneficial it is.” A.B. (Nov. 2021)
“I loved how the presenters used so many learning methods and intertwining real practice with how you would state goals and treatments. They also provided notes for presenting with real EBP to back up everything.” D.F. (Oct. 2021)
"The Effects of Meditation on the Body and the Effects of Meditation on the Brain is good information for my daily practice. I liked the application of MBSR to various speech-language and cognitive therapies as well as the resources provided at the end for ongoing meditation practice." L.T. (Oct. 2021)
"Examples of treatments and how to utilize them in treatments with patients of varied diagnoses was helpful for my daily practice. Examples of many meditation treatments and studies to support it were good." P.M. (Aug. 2021)
“Mindfulness as a therapy practice is a new concept to me but one that I think will be hugely beneficial in my practice. I liked the instruction was clear and concise.” T.W. (Aug. 2021)
“I found it very interesting the types of practices found useful for various issues of speech, language, and cognition. I liked how meditation techniques could be utilized to address a variety of speech and language goals.” H.W. (Jul. 2021)
"The research on meditation and executive function, stuttering and language therapy were great for my daily practice. I liked how the presenters gave practical mindfulness activities to weave into therapy sessions." M.D. (Jul. 2021)
"This course helped me with a client who has been avoiding tasks. I want to try to see if Meditation will help. It reminded me of voice therapy and a technique to decrease tension in the larynx." T.E. (Jun. 2021)
"All of it was beneficial. I found the information on previous research and the recommendations for general application to be very helpful. It was a topic I was unfamiliar with, and now I feel confident in starting to integrate it in my sessions. I really found it to be a great course overall." C.P. (May 2021)
"I very much appreciated the practical applications in tx along with the goal/documentation examples. More than anything, walking me through the breathing techniques helps me understand and teach more effectively. I liked the functional examples of walking me through it and the evidence based research to support them!" E.B. (Apr. 2021)
"It is nice to hear about alternative strategies to help patients. The speakers were very knowledgeable." A.M. (Mar. 2021)
“The information on how to incorporate mindfulness into goals within the context of our practice was excellent!” E.B. (Mar. 2021)
“I have been meditating for a long time and have used some basic strategies with patients and appreciated the research backing this.” J.C. (Jan. 2021)
"Finally, a course that cites work relating meditation/yoga/pranayama to what we do as SLPs and explains the importance of use to manage anxiety, etc." L.J. (Jan. 2021)
"I now have a better understanding of how I can use meditation to assist my practice. I liked the demonstration and documentation examples. Everything was great!" A.S. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Margaret Blake, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course will cover disorders of cognition commonly associated with right hemisphere strokes in adults, including attention, executive function, awareness, and memory. Characteristics, assessment, and treatment of each will be discussed.... more+
"Memory and attention were beneficial to discuss. The course was very organized." P.F. (Aug. 2024)
"Treatment portions for attention, executive function, awareness, and memory. I liked the course's simplicity." A.D. (Aug. 2024)
"Awareness discussion was helpful." H.L. (Aug. 2024)
"The data regarding RH CVAs was beneficial." M.L. (Jul. 2024)
"Metacognitive strategies were helpful. I liked the discussion of therapeutic interventions and review of different types of attention." L.S. (Jul. 2024)
"Therapeutic techniques for attention, executive functioning, and memory were beneficial topics. I liked the ease of access." L.J. (Jun. 2024)
"The overall course and how it was structured to cover the four areas in a systematic manner was beneficial. A good recap of important information and a good refresher on the material related to RHD." A.V. (Jun. 2024)
"Research review that supports treatment was beneficial. The information was easily digestible." E.E. (May 2024)
"Strategies for memory were helpful. I liked how the presenter laid things out so we could easily understand them." M.M. (May 2024)
"Good review of the evidence, good examples of treatment with a thorough review of the types of treatments we can use, and a good review of tests. The presenter was very knowledgeable, had a nice pace that was easy to follow, and there were plenty of examples for both assessing and treating." A.H. (Feb. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss self-awareness issues." C.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Very specific and detailed information related to attention, EF, awareness, and memory." R.J. (Dec. 2023)
"It was helpful differentiating between the different cognitive areas and breaking them down to help staff and family better understand deficits." C.O. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing the client's awareness, or lack thereof, of a deficiency and how it might affect their everyday life was beneficial. The slides were clear, and the presenter knew the subject matter very well." C.E. (Nov. 2023)
"RH-related deficits and effective treatments. Good review of function r/t right hemisphere deficits." J.W. (Nov. 2023)
"This course was very applicable to my current setting and easy to attend to. I appreciated the resources provided. The treatments for anosognosia were helpful." V.O. (Nov. 2023)
"Learning differences in RH and LH dysfunction was beneficial. The speaker had a very pleasant voice with good explanations on each topic discussed." M.S. (Oct. 2023)
"Metacog and attention assessment and treatment. I liked the examples." E.B. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the data related to NIHSS scoring and the Tx ideas." J.J. (Sep. 2023)
"Treatment approaches were beneficial. Clearly presented. I liked the charts to understand areas/definitions." K.K. (Sep. 2023)
"Discussion about various "training" techniques was beneficial. I liked the historical background provided and the training strategies." J.M. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the statistics about RHD and the interventions for each cognitive deficit." C.B. (Jul. 2023)
"Attention tasks were beneficial. I liked the clear presentation." E.S. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked this topic and the information provided. There aren't many courses dedicated to RH deficits. Explanation and use of metacognitive strategies was beneficial." W.R. (Jun. 2023)
"Reviewing all the aspects of right hemisphere stroke was helpful. Course was a great review. I liked the metacognitive strategy and the discussion about executive function and anosognosia." J.D. (Jun. 2023)
"Memory strategies and testing for executive functioning were beneficial. I liked the structure and organization of this course." P.B. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the explanation of attention deficits. Course was well outlined." H.K. (Apr. 2023)
"Awareness of RH vs. LH stroke identification and the implications of this on the patient was beneficial. I liked that I could stop and start course whenever I needed to." A.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Executive function/metacognitive strategies were beneficial. This course was easy to follow. Good handouts." K.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Good strategies. I liked that course was self-paced." R.W. (Mar. 2023)
"Informative course. I liked the strategies for memory treatment." D.H. (Mar. 2023)
"Good slides. I liked the discussion on memory." S.N. (Feb. 2023)
"All of it was very valuable information and the outlines of Metacognitive tasks were very helpful." K.S. (Dec. 2022)
"This course was organized well. I liked the treatment strategies for attention and memory." E.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Clear and concise course. I liked all course content." L.L. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the treatment strategies and real examples." E.C. (Nov. 2022)
"Good speaker. I liked the discussion on therapy." S.F. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked how well the course was organized, the assessment section and the metacognitive strategy training." A.M. (Sept. 2022)
"Defining types ofG attention/memory/executive functioning, potential strategies, and explanation of Metacognitive therapy was beneficial." B.B. (Aug. 2022)
"Treatment ideas will be beneficial to my home health focus. I liked the Awareness portion of this course." H.K. (Aug. 2022)
"Good update on current research in these areas. The presenter made the information understandable." D.C. (July 2022)
"I liked all of the examples and real life scenarios. The course was well presented." C.P. (June 2022)
"The strategies for memory and types of attentional deficits were good." M.P. (June 2022)
"Liked the treatment strategies - course was very organized." B.B. (June 2022)
"I liked the assessments and treatment strategies for right hemisphere dysfunction specifically related to stroke. Course went at a good pace - not too slow, and not too fast. And it was comprehensive in describing executive functions." S.G. (May 2022)
"I liked the definitions and explanations of the different types of memory, executive functions, and all of the current research and evidence based treatment information. I like that I could take it at my own pace and the content related to attention and memory." N.A. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the breakdown of the different areas of cognition. Information was easily digestible." C.Q. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the cognitive tx and the presentation style." L.M. (Jan. 2022)
"The strategies and definitions - very functional course." C.H. (Jan. 2022)
"The slides were visually helpful. I liked the analysis of assessments for deficits in assessing RH stroke patients." J.B. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the abundance of assessment and treatment resources and the treatment examples." H.B. (Dec. 2021)
"Types of treatment for attention - it was all at a good level for me. All topics were discussed in detail." M.A. (Dec. 2021)
"Clear slides - ease of following the instructor's train of thought." K.W. (Dec. 2021)
"I now have greater awareness of screens & tests for awareness & for executive function. I liked the in depth review of theories and details of treatment strategies." V.G. (Nov. 2021)
“This course gave a good overview of the metacognitive treatment strategies.” E.B. (Nov. 2021)
“I enjoyed learning about each component of Executive Function, Attention, and Memory and Awareness in depth. It helped me understand what to assess in each category. I also liked I was able to preview the test before taking the test.” J.P. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the explanation of each deficits." C.K. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the recommendations for testing to address deficits seen in my clients diagnosed with R CVA." K.E. (Aug. 2021)
“I especially enjoyed the Metacognitive, and Direct Attention strategy training, it was very thorough and very well organized.” C.R. (Jun. 2021)
"The portion over memory was most helpful. I liked that the course broke down EF, memory, attention, and awareness. It was a great course!" C.H. (May 2021)
"I liked the applying metacognitive strategy training for attention, memory, and executive functioning treatment. Focus on activity participation (vs impairment) based treatment." H.H. (May 2021)
“The examples of types of tests; treatment and feedback on limitations of research associated with them we helpful.” S.L. (Mar. 2021)
"I liked that the course was applicable to my current caseload. The treatment ideas were especially helpful." M.O. (Feb. 2021)
“I like that this course compared the left/right hemisphere incidence of cognitive deficits, and more carefully defined examples of what it may look like at bedside.” K.H. (Jan. 2021)
Presenters: Irene Gofman, MS, CCC-SLP & Amanda Warren, MS, CCC-SLP
This course reviews ways in which cognitive, communication and dysphagia management in end of life care differ in comparison to management in other populations. It will contrast palliative care vs. hospice. Also addressed will be early decision making and advocacy for patients nearing the end of life, and cultural competency when approaching patients with diverse backgrounds.... more+
"Rewriting goals for ELOC will be different than what we are normally used to doing. I enjoyed the more in-depth explanation of PC and how I can be an effective slp with this population." A.G. (Aug. 2024)
"Specified considerations for skilled assessment and intervention for palliative care patients. Both presenters were enthusiastic and professional regarding topics; they were consistent and effective in delineating material of which I only have limited knowledge and experience." R.A. (Jul. 2024)
"Oral care practice patterns were helpful to discuss. Concise PPT." L.K. (Jun. 2024)
"Dysphagia treatment section, communication and cognitive section, also, info about patient autonomy and cultural differences were beneficial. Presenters did a great job, well organized, informative, sharing cases from personal practice." M.H. (Jun. 2024)
"The definition of palliative care and barriers to palliative care referrals were helpful. Many research articles linked to support data presented in the course." B.S. (Jun. 2024)
"Communication and ideas were helpful, and I liked how the course was broken down into different sections." J.D. (Jun. 2024)
"The discussion on dysphagia at end of life was beneficial. I really enjoyed the whole course. I thought it was well organized and presented." A.J. (Jun. 2024)
"Cultural considerations was a beneficial topic. I liked the comprehensive content." D.S. (May. 2024)
"Goal writing for end-of-life/palliative care was helpful. Very practical, clear and concise course." S.D. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing palliative vs hospice was beneficial." S.D. (Mar. 2024)
"Discussing Medicare only funding services for documented improvement was beneficial. The course was very thorough." S.A. (Feb. 2024)
"General refresher on all aspects was helpful to frame mindset when supporting palliative and EOL patients. The speakers did a great job at pacing and content." M.P. (Feb. 2024)
"AAC and goal writing was beneficial. Very well segmented." A.T. (Feb. 2024)
"The discussion on AAC was helpful." C.C. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing end-of-life vs palliative care was beneficial. I liked the information about palliative care." K.S. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the real-life examples." H.B. (Dec. 2023)
"The documentation section was helpful." H.B. (Dec. 2023)
"The topic on swallowing was beneficial." K.P. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of palliative care for patients of various cultural backgrounds. Ideas were presented in a clear and concise manner, yet sufficiently detailed." C.V. (Aug. 2023)
"AAC considerations, reminders for documentation, AAC review, and the dysphagia topics were all beneficial." B.W. (May 2023)
"Discussion of PEG feeds and dementia was beneficial. I liked the AAC." C.C. (May 2023)
"Easy to understand course with good visuals." M.M. (Feb. 2023)
"Course covers ethics in a range of areas. I liked the research on feeding tube efficacy." S.W. (Dec. 2022)
"Excellent speakers! Learning informed refusal vs non-compliance...and cultural differences was beneficial." K.F. (Dec. 2022)
"Assessment and treatment - Complete topic coverage." E.P. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the different topics within palliative care that correlate to the patient's needs as a whole." M.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Discussion of end of life care decisions and decision making was beneficial." D.R. (Dec. 2022)
"Early decision making. I liked the various areas covered in depth." E.D. (Dec. 2022)
"Data on g-tubes was beneficial. I liked the thoroughness of course content." B.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Referrals, goals, not signing off on patients as quickly. I liked the speakers presentation of information and relative examples." R.K. (Dec. 2022)
"Tips for coordinating with the palliative care team and advocating for palliative care with physicians across the continuum of care." L.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Instructors provided real-world scenarios and examples, as well as real-world solutions for common obstacles within the provision of palliative care at end of life." L.S. (Nov. 2022)
"The speakers were engaging." L.W. (Nov. 2022)
"As an acute care SLP, I enjoyed the dysphagia management section and how it relates to dementia/end of life. I appreciated that the sections were broken into manageable chunks. I was able to complete the course a section at a time without having to stop in the middle." V.T. (Nov. 2022)
"I really enjoyed the way the speakers presented the materials in sections. I also really appreciated their enthusiasm and passion for this topic. It made the course really enjoyable." S.O. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning about our role as SLPs with our patients who are on Palliative Care was beneficial to my daily practice. Excellent presentation filled with information about how we can be a part of the palliative care team and how we can bring our areas of expertise to assist the quality of life of our patients who are at the end of their lives." I.H. (Nov. 2022)
"The entire discussion was well constructed and discussed. This will guide me from ways to participate in palliative care to appropriate documentation. Informative and easy to listen, follow information, and take notes." H.S. (Oct. 2022)
"The dysphagia management and AAC use was good information. The course will be an easy reference in the future." J.L. (Oct. 2022)
"I was impressed with the information on the need for oral care to reduce the risk of aspiration issues." M.T. (Sept. 2022)
"It was all very beneficial, but the information on Communication & Documentation was the most applicable to my daily practice." J.D. (Sept. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." C.P. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the functional approach." J.A. (Jun. 2022)
"It was very well organized and informative." K.P. (Jun. 2022)
"Learning the difference between Palliative Care and Hospice. I also found the information on what Palliative Care offers, goal writing, and cultural sensitivity all very useful. Great depth of the information." D.T. (May 2022)
"I liked all of it! I think the content and overall presentation was great! Liked the use of AAC to meet functional communication needs and help patient and family achieve their goals." K.R. (May 2022)
"Dysphagia management and risks associated with PEG placements in pts with Dementia was helpful. I liked that it was self-pacing." A.R. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the examples of goals to help brainstorm with patient specific areas to target, as well as verbiage to use when writing goals. Also, examples of documentation and examples of treatment and justification." A.P. (Mar. 2022)
"I loved the presenters, they held my attention the whole time. Examples of documentation and need for early palliative referrals was beneficial." C.R. (Mar. 2022)
"Learning role of SLP across different domains. I liked that the videos are categorized with options to slow or speed up and that handouts are provided." W.S. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the communication management for end of life. And the segmenting of topics." J.B. (Mar. 2022)
"The instructors approach to the presentation was organized, easy to follow and interesting. Their personal experiences with palliative care and topic knowledge added to this valuable information received." V.J. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the information regarding various cultures, and the wide variety of topics." K.R. (Feb. 2022)
"Best practices for palliative care patients with dysphagia. I liked the thoroughness of the material, and relatable presentation." F.B. (Feb. 2022)
"I really loved the education presented in this course, specifically on this topic. There really are little to no quality educational resources on this topic! Thank you!" E.O. (Dec. 2021)
"Practical info in all areas of SLP scope at EOL - dysphagia management, hunger at end of life, developing team to support, documentation details." S.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the suggestions on how to advocate for early palliative care services. Multitude of topics covered all pertaining to palliative care." A.S. (Dec. 2021)
"Clear presentation. Liked discussion of AAC and cultural differences." K.G. (Dec. 2021)
"Importance of early referrals. I liked the topics covered and research provided." L.E. (Dec. 2021)
"Course was very informative. Learning how to write communication goals will be beneficial." T.C. (Dec. 2021)
"Honoring patient quality of life over recommendations based on clinical judgments only. I liked the multicultural information." L.S. (Dec. 2021)
"The topic on cultural differences and what kind of language and communication with patients and family members is appropriate for various cultures. Some of this information was new to me. I liked the discussions about dementia (good review), Decision-making and cultural competence/awareness." S.L. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the AAC tips and info, review of screening and testing tools, and documentation tips. Ease of use and time flexible." V.V. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the approaches to EOL in valuing pt's perspective." K.S. (Nov. 2021)
“I liked the types of rehabilitation. So many therapists, doctors, and nurses believe that therapy is only necessary if the patient is going to improve. However, our skillset is much greater than that. And our services are very much needed at end of life also. The education regarding how to communicate bad news was helpful. I feel this course was broken down into good subtopics that all have to do with the end of life. Very good course.” H.O. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the practical suggestions/ideas for everyday therapy. I used the AAC information clinically the very same day I took this course. Thank you!" M.D. (Oct. 2021)
"Have a greater understanding of role in palliative care and benefits of same in order to provide education to pt/family and other team members." T.M. (Sept. 2021)
“The discussion of Palliative care vs. Hospice increased my understanding of the differences. As well, the discussion of communication intervention with end of life patients has raised my awareness considerations." S.W. (Aug. 2021)
“I appreciated the increased info regarding the palliative care impact of PEG tubes on end of life patients and AAC suggestions. The example goals in the documentation section were helpful also.” J.Y. (Jun. 2021)
"I appreciated going over AAC, goals, and cultural context. I liked that it was organized in categories/titles." J.Y. (May 2021)
"Presenters had professional verbal style. Good info to tie in research articles and objective test features." B.S. (May 2021)
"All of it was beneficial - especially the cultural competence discussion. Very good course. As mentioned above, I liked the Cultural Competence section and also some of the specifics like the Boogie Board and ABCD." S.C. (Apr. 2021)
"The information specific to what Palliative care is and the role for the SLP in dysphagia and dementia was most helpful. All of the course content was very informative and immediately applicable." D.H. (Apr. 2021)
"I was most interested in cultural differences with respect to end of life concerns. I liked the example of assessments for persons with dementia was informative and comprehensive." R.M. (Mar. 2021)
"Excellent use of relevant examples. The review of dysphagia, communication and cognitive treatment/assessment in palliative care was most beneficial." N.A. (Jan. 2021)
“This information is very pertinent to my everyday work within acute care. I liked how the course was broken down. Very good presenters. Good use of examples from their clinical experience.” K.T. (Jan. 2021)
“Several clinical scenarios and case examples helped with functional application to my daily work. I greatly appreciated an example of how to better phrase/describe palliative care to an uncertain family/pt. The presenters were knowledgeable and had an incredible passion for this patient population. The course covered so many areas of our field that we lacked education about in graduate school.” K.K. (Dec. 2020)
Presenter: Tom Franceschini, MS, CCC-SLP
This course will discuss the role of the speech-language pathologist in the evaluation and treatment of Esophageal Dysphagia. Learn to identify common disorders and diseases of the esophagus during assessment, and learn treatment options to improve swallowing function in patients with esophageal dysphagia. Participants will learn to interpret the findings of an esophagram and upper GI as it relates to patients with dysphagia.... more+
"I will be more proficient in recognizing specific esophageal dysmotility symptoms during the MBSS and sweep, as well as when to request sweeps and further testing if indicated. I liked the topic!" A.C. (Aug. 2024)
"I enjoyed the videos and the knowledge base of the presenter." E.N. (Aug. 2024)
"Identifying structures via a videofluoroscopic sweep -- including Zenker's Diverticulum and a cricopharyngeal bar. The instructor was knowledgeable and explained concepts very clearly." E.C. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussing how to integrate esophageal function aspects of assessment and management of dysphagia was helpful. Very easy to listen to style, useful handouts, and verbal descriptions." C.S. (Jun. 2024)
"The entire presentation was excellent! All content will be beneficial to me. I liked the picture and video examples with written content." A.J. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial discussion on the anatomy of esophagus and signs and symptoms of various esophageal disorders and how they relate to swallowing." K.H. (Jun. 2024)
"The explanation of the various esophageal conditions, including pictures and videos was helpful. Great overview with good detail." T.O. (Jun. 2024)
"The entire presentation was beneficial to my practice. I enjoyed the review of the neurology of the swallow." A.J. (Jun. 2024)
"Anatomical information was helpful. This course was learner-friendly." A.S. (May. 2024)
"I enjoyed the cranial nerve review." A.F. (May. 2024)
"All the information was beneficial. The presenter was excellent." E.G. (Apr. 2024)
"The importance of evaluating the esophagus of the dysphagic patient. I enjoyed the thoroughness of the speaker/instructor as well as the many excellent visual aids (i.e., videos and pictures)." M.S. (Apr. 2024)
"Esophageal disorders was a beneficial topic. The presenter was very well-spoken and explained the content well." A.G. (Apr. 2024)
"SLPs have so much to learn about esophageal dysphagia! I will definitely take more personal responsibility in assisting to tx these patients. Extremely informative!" S.B. (Apr. 2024)
"Beneficial discussion on the relationship between oropharyngeal dysphagia and esophageal dysphagia." S.K. (Jan. 2024)
"Esophageal disorders detailed along with fluoro images and EDG images were beneficial. I liked the flow and multimedia presentation." L.P. (Dec. 2023)
"Having specific therapy approaches to help with UES opening that I can immediately assess on VFSS was helpful. It also helps to know what is specifically only addressable by physicians vs SLP involvement. There was a lot of thorough discussion of research and GI input." D.K. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the first-hand examples, reported experience & EBP of the importance of considering the entire GI tract when evaluating swallow function. Accessible and easy-to-follow course. Love that the material is available long term to return to reference." S.E. (Nov. 2023)
"I feel more comfortable now with addressing esophageal dysphagia. I liked the presentation's clarity." P.T. (Nov. 2023)
"The communication and education for collaboration with professionals was helpful. I liked the ease of taking the course - it fit well into my schedule." M.F. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussed common esophageal disorders. I liked the visuals." A.C. (Nov. 2023)
"The diagnosis info was beneficial. I enjoyed the verbal presentation and slides." T.S. (Nov. 2023)
"The entire course was eye-opening to me in regards to the SLP role in esophageal dysphagia. The lecture slides were concise and not overwhelming. I liked the graphs/models/videos." J.M. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing the rarer esophageal disorders was helpful. I liked the course organization." Y.P. (Nov. 2023)
"The speaker was very thorough and obviously extremely knowledgeable on this subject. The data presented from the Radiology literature (i.e. Dr. Jones and Dr. Donner) gave me insight as a clinician to push for an esophageal view during the VFSS. The esophageal view and all the disorders that it can reveal during the VFSS was beneficial." P.T. (Oct. 2023)
"Excellent slides and videos. Learning the esophageal disorders that are most common and the treatment options." B.G. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the manner in which the presenter spoke and the simple ways he was able to describe complex concepts." C.C. (Oct. 2023)
"Diagnosis of different types of esophageal dysphagia." J.K. (Oct. 2023)
"Anatomical images and the definitions of different esophageal disorders were beneficial." V.T. (Oct. 2023)
"Review of the cranial nerves was helpful. I just learned that those with Parkinson's may develop tighter UES opening, and head rotation increases intrabolus pressure. I liked the examples, imaging and case studies." L.T. (Oct. 2023)
"Every part of this course was beneficial. I especially appreciated the information re: UES and the oropharyngeal symptoms that may result from esophageal dysphagia. Information re: referred sensation was also very interesting. The presenter's pacing & concentration of useful information was in perfect balance." B.H. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the organization of material presented and actual photos of esophageal conditions." J.H. (Aug. 2023)
"Specific interventions and referrals. I liked the discussion on the correlation between images seen under fluoro and endoscopy." E.G. (Aug. 2023)
"Lots of videos and visuals! I liked the tube feed considerations." M.L. (Aug. 2023)
"The presenter was excellent. He was engaging, his slides were well organized. Charts, pictures, and videos helped me to conceptualize the information that he presented." E.M. (Jul. 2023)
"Thorough review of esophageal anatomy and physiology." A.M. (Jul. 2023)
"Learning to screen for esophageal disorders was beneficial. I liked all the images and videos." V.H. (Jun. 2023)
"Extremely educational and valuable course for SLPs. The presenter was very knowledgeable about the topic and I personally enjoyed listening to the stories about real patients and simultaneously watching videos that corresponded with their issue or disorder. I liked the fact that you can stop and go as you please. Rewind and re-listen to important information." F.M. (Jun. 2023)
"Discussing esophageal disorders and the review of anatomy and physiology were beneficial." C.C. (May 2023)
"I liked the anatomy and physiology review. Good images and videos and clear delivery." S.R. (Apr. 2023)
"Facts that can positively affect dysphagia assessment and management. Easy to learn from this course. Good references." R.C. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the examples provided. The general esophagus knowledge was beneficial." M.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Love Tom's courses. He is so easy to follow and a very good speaker overall. I have seen him in person and would love to attend another one of his courses live. The vast majority of my residents have GERD, which our facility has been assessing at MBS with a modified esophagram for many years." K.H. (Feb. 2023)
"I work in a hospital setting and get referrals for oropharyngeal dysphagia - that turns out to be esophageal - all of the time." S.K. (Feb. 2023)
"Information about xerostomia impacting the esophagus, reflux information, visuals on what CP bar, Zenkers look like on MBSS. I liked the visuals - fluoroscopy images and scope images, and images of different esophageal conditions." J.K. (Feb. 2023)
"The presenter was very clear and concise in explaining the causes of the various types of esophageal dysphagia as well as what to look for during the VFSS." A.R. (Jan. 2023)
"The presenter was easy to understand - he was clearly extremely knowledgeable about the topic and provided lots of real-life patient examples." A.R. (Jan. 2023)
"Terminology, treatments, issues with the aorta, causes related to different types of reported dysphagia (i.e. solids vs solids and liquids), reflux, NSAID effects. Good visuals and examples." C.A. (Jan. 2023)
"Excellent information for patients I see every day. Esophageal dysphagia is an area that often gets glossed over in our practice. I'm glad to be an advocate for these patients." L.T. (Dec. 2022)
"I have been to several of Tom F's courses and he is by far the most knowledgeable in this area. Learning all of the disorders of the esophagus explained in detail...not only what they are but what causes them and s/s. Great details." M.W. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked how the presenter acknowledged how important the esophageal stage of the swallow is during assessment and treatment of dysphagia. Also the refresher on anatomy was helpful." J.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Tom's style of case presentation is engaging and educational. He gives excellent courses. I liked learning the symptoms of esophageal dysphagia and resources for evaluating dysphagia." S.M. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the esophagitis discussion and seeing images of disorders during endoscopy and videofluoroscopy." M.C. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning common esophageal disorders with descriptions and videos was helpful. I liked the examples." J.L. (Nov. 2022)
"Very informative, I learned a lot from this course - identification of esophageal dysfunction during my swallow studies." L.N. (Nov. 2022)
"It was beneficial seeing different disorders of the esophagus I may encounter based on liquid or solids dysphagia." L.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Interesting to listen and stay attentive to the presentation." B.C. (Nov. 2022)
"The whole course was very useful. The EGD images were really helpful to better understand pts complaints and the nature of esophageal disorders." L.G. (Oct. 2022)
"The images/videos of esophageal disorders on both fluoro and when being scoped were helpful." C.B. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the efficiency/thoroughness of this course." H.P. (Oct. 2022)
"Many patients come up with symptoms of esophageal disorders along with oropharyngeal problems. This presentation has greatly helped me in understanding the various disorders." P.M. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the mix of pictures and videos demonstrating different disorders." A.B. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the case studies, videos, and tips about how to approach radiologists who are resistant to esophageal sweep." E.G. (Aug. 2022)
"Very knowledgeable speaker." L.S. (Aug. 2022)
"This course exceeded my expectations! Learning the different esophageal disorders, and the references to justify the need for further esophageal assessment in the management of dysphagia will be beneficial. And I liked the imaging studies that were used to demonstrate the various esophageal disorders." C.S. (Jul. 2022)
"Speaker explained a difficult function in an easy-to-follow manner. I see esophageal dysphagia every day in long term care settings." J.M. (Jul. 2022)
"Excellent presenter with great slides. It's hard to say exactly what specific topic would be most beneficial to my practice...probably motility disorders of the esophagus, esophagitis and candidiasis. Great presentation style and very nice breadth of discussion; lots of area covered." G.F. (Jun. 2022)
"I appreciated the videos and images associated with each esophageal disorder. This course was very thorough. Thank you." B.B. (May 2022)
"I liked the scope of SLP practice with esophageal dysphagia disorders and learning how the disorders presented – good course information." J.C. (May 2022)
"I liked all of it. The images and video examples along with clear explanations were great." L.H. (May 2022)
"Liked the esophageal disorders and review of treatment. And that I could watch course over time / asynchronous instead of 3 straight hours." E.T. (May 2022)
"The discussion of when to consider cancelling an MBS and requesting either an EGD or UGI instead (ideally with SLP to observe) was very beneficial. Excellent stories to drive home main points. Great images and videos to solidify understanding." K.C. (Apr. 2022)
"The instructor's knowledge and enthusiasm about the topic was great! I love that he has a favorite cranial nerve!" T.L. (Apr. 2022)
"The videos and images used to accompany the educational material were great!" K.K. (Apr. 2022)
"Esophageal disorders and review of cranial nerves were beneficial. I liked the video examples." W.W. (Apr. 2022)
"Interesting topic; good, clear presentation; great course!" H.K. (Apr. 2022)
"Very good speaker. I liked the discussion r/t the nerve innervations and the different causes of esophageal dysfunction." K.S. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the review of anatomical function of swallowing in its entirety as well as more detailed education on the esophagus. Great presenter!" J.G. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the strategies for poor UES opening, and the Push, Pull, Close, Clear." J.M. (Feb. 2022)
"Excellent class. Very helpful information. Great videos and slides." L.D. (Feb. 2022)
"Mr. Franceschini is a fantastic presenter. He provides direct, evidence-based, and practical approaches to medical SLP practice. To the point, very useful information." J.H. (Jan. 2022)
"Really great information about diagnosing these problems and how treating these esophageal issues ties into SLP practices we may already be using and now can see them through the lens of how to help with esophageal dysphagia patients." J.H. (Jan. 2022)
"Excellent class. Very helpful information." L.D. (Jan. 2022)
“All of the information was great and well organized/presented. We have so many referrals for esophageal dysphagia, and this course will help to view the whole picture.” S.L. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked how to advocate for esophageal sweeps with radiologists." J.B. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the review of the basic neuroanatomy, the views of the disorders endoscopically and under fluoro, and the case studies." T.W. (Dec. 2021)
"Understanding different esophageal difficulties and how they contribute to the pharyngeal stage was beneficial for my daily practice. The course is an easy to pace and follow, useful images, diagrams and videos." R.C. (Nov. 2021)
"Excellent illustrations and explanations of the esophageal disorders; also review of cranial nerve innervation to the swallow was very helpful when considering treatment. Presenter emphasized the interrelationships between oropharyngeal and esophageal dysphagia and the importance of SLP involvement in assessing esophageal phase of the swallow." G.O. (Nov. 2021)
"Excellent visual examples and visual studies of disorders." A.M. (Oct. 2021)
“The inclusion of endoscopy and VFSS to demonstrate disorders of the esophagus was very helpful. Great anatomy diagrams as well.” S.L. (Oct. 2021)
"Great speaker. Clear and concise." R.W. (Sept. 2021)
“I think it was beneficial to learn about the different esophageal issues and why these occur as well as how they can impact the swallow as a whole. I also enjoyed the content, the video examples, the self-paced format.” K.H. (Jul. 2021)
“ I liked the description of various esophageal dx, along with the endoscopy to see that diagnosis.” S.W. (Jun. 2021)
"I appreciated going over how esophageal dysphagia can impact other functions as well as discussing each type of esophageal disorder and their symptoms. The pictures and videos were helpful to visualize each disorder." N.R. (May 2021)
"The topic of disorders of the UES was most helpful. It was covered in adequate depth that allowed better understanding of the different types of disorders. I liked the organization of the material and the illustrations (images and videos)." A.V. (Apr. 2021)
"The topic of esophageal dysphagia in relation to oral and pharyngeal phase dysphagia was most beneficial. The videos were excellent." P.S. (Mar. 2021)
“I loved all aspects of this course. The visuals were great!” A.P. (Mar. 2021)
"I thought the entire course was beneficial. Excellent presentation use of visual material. Excellent course." D.C. (Feb. 2021)
"Very thorough, very informative, very literature based and excellent slides/videos/illustrations." C.W. (Feb. 2021)
"I really enjoyed the instructor and the personalized stories he provided. The discussion re: the cranial nerves and the treatment ideas for poor UES opening were most beneficial." M.M. (Feb. 2021)
“The detailed information regarding the esophagus, its function, pathology, and videos and pictures was amazing.” S.L. (Feb. 2021)
"Reviewing the anatomy of swallow, going over the inclusive types of the LES, reviewing the types of diverticuli, and the discussion on candidiasis were most helpful. The pace and manner of the presentation was very good. Very comprehensible with lots of illustrations." J.S. (Jan. 2021)
“The presenter was very engaging & gave numerous examples of disorders of the esophagus, along with examples & pointing out various structures & potential disorders. His examples were clear, and he often reinforced common disorders of the esophagus that can adversely affect swallow function. He also emphasized examples where a physician was warranted immediately due to the seriousness of the patient's problem.” A.P. (Jan. 2021)
Presenters: Roxann Diez Gross, PhD, CCC-SLP, ASHA Fellow & Lyndsi Yarkosky, BS, RRT-NPS
Presented by a SLP and a RT, this course discusses factors that affect communication and swallowing for adult patients with tracheostomy tubes with and without mechanical ventilation. It covers SLP "must knows" related to mechanical ventilation including: explanation of ventilator settings such as tidal volume, respiratory rate and PEEP; identifying common ventilator alarms; and how to apply an inline speaking valve with the ventilator.... more+
"The PMV information was beneficial. I liked the course format." B.P. (Aug. 2024)
"Lyndsi's whole presentation was fantastic. She explained the vent modes and settings so well. She encouraged critical thinking about the whole process and gave valuable information for troubleshooting issues. Her case study examples were useful to help future decisions on who would or wouldn't be a good candidate for speaking valve use. Roxann's information was useful as well- will be reviewing that in the future if my organization would be open to getting any kind of different trachs. I liked the respiratory therapist's presentation and case study examples." J.Z. (Jun. 2024)
"Appreciated that an RT presented and having info shared from her perspective. Back to basics yet very informative." R.Z. (Jun. 2024)
"The information about weaning and the information about speaking valves was beneficial." J.M. (Apr. 2024)
"Everything was beneficial! I enjoyed the knowledge of the presenters." G.D. (Mar. 2024)
"Tips on Trach care. I especially liked the video and case study in 2nd portion of the course." D.H. (Mar. 2024)
"The possible impact on overinflating the cuff was helpful to discuss. This information can be used to educate and optimize the collaboration with RT. I liked the talking trach information. I liked that all the visuals demonstrate the theory. The case studies in the second part and that information was really clear." R.L. (Mar. 2024)
"Learning the different vent settings for in-line speaking valves was beneficial. I enjoyed the breakdown between trachs and vents." E.A. (Mar. 2024)
"The steps for the placement of a PMV were helpful. I liked the concrete examples." C.J. (Mar. 2024)
"Types of trach tubes and purposes of the cuff, etc. I liked the use of images and diagrams to aid explanations." G.H. (Feb. 2024)
"Everything was explained very well. Good examples/metaphors. The additional ventilator information was very helpful. Not always included in trach training." L.P. (Jan. 2024)
"All of this course was beneficial." E.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Informative course. Discussing ventilator-dependent patients was helpful." H.A. (Dec. 2023)
"Learned specific differences of different trach types." C.C. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the review of trach parts and different modes of the vent. The presenters were very thorough with their material, and examples are always helpful in relating the info to daily practices." C.H. (Dec. 2023)
"All of this information provided will be extremely beneficial to me in my daily practice. Both presenters were easy to listen to and comprehend. I very much appreciated the photos of the vent screens and the videos." V.O. (Nov. 2023)
"Learning about problem-solving with the different trachs was beneficial. The case examples were helpful." S.H. (Nov. 2023)
"The presenters explained the content very well! The discussion of in-line speaking valves was helpful." E.B. (Nov. 2023)
"Learning what speech pathology can do for patients while on the ventilator. And learning about all the different types of speaking valves and trach tubes." K.A. (Nov. 2023)
"All was excellent. I found the information on the speaking valves/suctioning and the explanation of vents very helpful. Excellent coverage of the material by experts. Organized and clear." K.H. (Oct. 2023)
"Everything was helpful. I thought both presentations (RT and SLP) continuously complemented each other. Great idea." M.J. (Oct. 2023)
"Easy to follow course. I learned more about trachs with patients who have them in the home setting." A.S. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the content related to uncuffed tracheostomy tubes and Passy Muir valves. The Passy Muir valve placement/trials were beneficial." A.M. (Oct. 2023)
"Informative course. Use of the valve in line with the vent and definitions of various respiratory terms were helpful." E.N. (Sep. 2023)
"The discussion about trach selection criteria and pros and cons of different trachs was beneficial. I liked the use of photos in first session." A.R. (Sep. 2023)
"Speaker was engaging. Types of trachs, talking trachs, review of respiratory system and need for trachs." A.B. (Aug. 2023)
"Comprehensive course. I liked the troubleshooting and ways to explain things to patients. Techniques were beneficial." S.P. (Jul. 2023)
"Discussing ways to connect the inline valve was beneficial. This always gives me pause!" O.P. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the collaboration between SLP and RT. Topic of speaking valves and the criteria to start trials/levels was beneficial." D.P. (Jul. 2023)
"Learning the various trach tubes available, method of cuff deflation, and vent settings and what they mean was beneficial. I liked the convenience of online access." A.S. (Jul. 2023)
"It was beneficial to discuss the different types of vent settings and when appropriate to use these for a specific pt population." K.F. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the simple descriptions of vent settings, and viewing the vent screen with settings and having the RT explain what each number and abbreviation means." L.L. (May 2023)
"Understanding the basics of tracheostomy and how to help patients. I liked the knowledge of the presenters and how they explained things." L.S. (May 2023)
"I liked the description of various vent settings and what they are used for, specifically what an SLP should know. I liked the video of real patient vent settings." A.M. (May 2023)
"The review of trachs and ventilators was beneficial." E.S. (May 2023)
"Very good graphics, and I liked the pictures." K.F. (Apr. 2023)
"Discussion on speaking valves was beneficial." L.C. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the background knowledge about trachs and my role as an SLP. Learning impact to speaking and risk factors. Quality images, diagrams and examples." S.V. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning the different types of valves and tubes, and when to use them. I liked the tips surrounding what usually occurs in medical settings and what's actually true." S.R. (Jan. 2023)
"Very logical to follow. I liked all of it." H.M. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning ventilation and settings was beneficial. I liked the case studies that the presenters included." C.G. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked all of it. The amount of detail was appreciated." K.P. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked that the presenters shared relevant clinical experiences. The section on tracheostomy was particularly helpful to know what are the various options out there, and what may be the situations in which I consider the use of each type." M.C. (Dec. 2022)
"The ventilator information and review of all types of tracheostomy tubes was very helpful." A.F. (Nov. 2022)
"Excellent information that can be used in my work setting. Considerations and procedures for placing an inline speaking valve were beneficial." C.J. (Nov. 2022)
"Simple explanation and terms of vent settings for SLPs." V.B. (Oct. 2022)
"All aspects and content are beneficial for my daily practice." A.M. (Oct. 2022)
"The session was organized and easy to follow." J.D. (Oct. 2022)
"This course was thorough." M.W. (Oct. 2022)
"Nice refresher on in-line valve use." M.W. (Oct. 2022)
"Speakers were dynamic. The ventilator modes were very helpful for me to learn." D.Z. (Oct. 2022)
"The topic of different types of trach tubes and speaking valves with considerations/reasons for each was good." K.Y. (Oct. 2022)
"The vent settings were super helpful." L.H. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the collaboration between RT and SLP, and the case study." M.C. (Aug. 2022)
"I am a very visual person - liked all the pictures and the images." L.M. (July 2022)
"I like the ease of stopping and starting the course. I liked the trach education and learning ventilator settings." E.P. (June 2022)
"The course is very comprehensive." Good review of ventilator settings and practice. Good review of tracheostomy tube types/brands." C.B. (June 2022)
"Review of vent settings and when to try a speaking valve was beneficial. I liked the content shared by 2 disciplines, giving multiple perspectives on the same course material." L.S. (June 2022)
"I like the convenience, ability to listen to certain sections more than once and learning new information, especially in line speaking valves with vents." C.R. (June 2022)
"Learning types of trach tubes, how they work, terminology, normal values, safe practice, checklists to follow - my overall knowledge of trach and vent increased." L.H. (June 2022)
"Clear, easy to understand presentation." D.S. (June 2022)
"I liked that there was a RT presenter, and the overview of trach parts and function." A.W. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the review of different trachs and characteristics of each – placing PMV in-line with the vent." K.W. (Apr. 2022)
"I learned that there are many options for types of trachs that could benefit patient outcomes for speech/swallowing. I liked the thoroughness of the presenters regarding different trachs and rationale behind the design/use. I had never heard of the flex trach cloud as a stoma leakage solution." J.O. (Apr. 2022)
"Pros and Cons of the various types of speaking valves, in addition to the Modes of Ventilation. Course was easy to follow and relevant information about current products available." A.D. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the review of airway anatomy and benefits of speaking valves." A.D. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked learning about various types of trachs available, and the ease of the presentation." R.B. (Feb. 2022)
"Videos and case examples were beneficial." B.C. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked that course was self-paced. Good information on ventilation and tracheostomy." G.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I enjoyed the discussion on the different types of trachs. I liked the pictures that were provided." K.W. (Dec. 2021)
"All of the background information on trach tubes will help me in assessing and troubleshooting any patients I may see with trachs. I feel that I have a better understanding of the purpose of trach tubes and I feel more confident in assessing these patients in MBS study." R.K. (Dec. 2021)
"Liked the information regarding cannula size, tracheal stenosis, cuffing and deflating of cuff." T.B. (Dec. 2021)
"The discussion of weaning from ventilation was beneficial." A.T. (Dec. 2021)
"Learning different ventilator settings - summary of different ventilation modes - how to use in-line speaking valve." C.C. (Dec. 2021)
"The ventilator settings info was beneficial because that is something I've wanted to know, and it explained nicely by Lindsay!" S.L. (Dec. 2021)
"The information regarding mechanical ventilation was not new to me, but was a helpful refresher. I like the depth of information about tracheostomy tubes that was provided." C.B. (Dec. 2021)
"Explaining vents and also the different types of trachs. Our facility does not use talking trachs. Application in the acute care/rehab settings." K.T. (Nov. 2021)
"It was all helpful. Liked the instructors' knowledge and the slides." S.S. (Nov. 2021)
"Discussion of ventilator modes, norms for ventilator settings and types of different cuffs were beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the thoroughness of each clinician in presenting content specific information." K.W. (Oct. 2021)
"Liked review of basic vent settings for tracheostomy dependent patient population. And ease of access and understanding of materials from lecturers." M.G. (Oct. 2021)
"RT perspective to SLP assistance with understanding vent setting and benefits to placing PMV were informative. I liked the SLP and RT perspectives when it comes to trachs and one-way speaking valve placements. I also enjoyed learning about the different products for trachs and speaking valves and their respective benefits." J.C. (Sept. 2021)
“The visuals with the trach lecture were great, and the video by the RT was a fantastic addition.” N.F. (Sept. 2021)
“Learning about the vent settings and trach care will help me to be a better, more informed member of the interdisciplinary team at the acute care hospital I worked at. The speakers were very knowledgeable and provided ample examples.” K.B. (Aug. 2021)
"The basic information, rather than the excess of information about types/brands of equipment were very good." D.V.O. (Aug. 2021)
"The ventilator settings and what it all means will be beneficial for my daily practice. I enjoyed how the presenters made it all make sense and put it all together at the end." T.D. (Jul. 2021)
"Terminology and basics to trach and vent will be beneficial for my daily practice. I enjoyed the content of the trach section." C.A. (Jul. 2021)
"Relevant topic for SLPs working with vents." I.K. (May 2021)
“I liked having online notes, case studies to help improve clinical problem-solving.” T.M. (Mar. 2021)
“All of the information was relevant to my daily practice working in acute care. I did not learn anything about trachs or vents in graduate school, but I have had a lot of patients with trachs/on ventilators in my clinical practice. This course made up for the lack of coverage in my program.” C.H. (Feb. 2021)
“The addition of the Respiratory Therapist was invaluable in helping to demystify vents which have always seemed intimidating. It highlighted the significant role that Medical SLPs can play in the restoration of verbal communication in trached/vented patients, as well as their equally important role in ensuring safe swallowing post the acquisition/impact of trachs/vents on these patients. I learned a great deal from each portion of this course.” J.B. (Feb. 2021)
“I loved how it gave the fundamentals and then put it all together for the real-word application. The case examples were helpful also.” T.B. (Jan. 2021)
“The information about speaking valves and how to assess and properly place them was very helpful. I also liked the discussion on how to deflate the cuff and the explanations for how the patient is reacting when doing so. It made me realize how much I didn't know.” J.G. (Jan. 2021)
Presenters: Donna Edwards, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S & Lisa Rai Mabry-Price, MS, CCC-SLP
Ethical issues that arise in SLP practice may be far reaching, but proactive utilization of resources, education, professional supports and collaborative efforts help resolve conflict in a professional manner. This course reinforces the support of our professional role to serve children with feeding and swallowing disorders across settings and to advocate for those children and families for best outcomes. Includes case studies to facilitate learning.... more+
"I liked the case studies. They provided an opportunity to think about possible scenarios and how to respond to different situations." S.B. (Aug. 2024)
"Outpatient swallowing was a helpful topic. I enjoyed learning how to ethically practice feeding and swallowing." K.K. (Jul. 2024)
"The importance of feeding therapy within the school setting was beneficial to discuss. I liked that the course was easy to access and inexpensive." N.M. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the collaboration with school and inpatient medical SLP. Clear and concise course." J.H. (Jun. 2024)
"All the information was helpful. I liked the simple and good resources." J.R. (Jun. 2024)
"It was beneficial to refresh myself on the ethics of serving my clients. I liked the accessibility and ease of watching the course." T.Q. (Apr. 2024)
"I appreciated the depth and detail in which the presenters spoke about school-based issues in dysphagia treatment: the legal basis for providing dysphagia services, ethical issues related to feeding and swallowing therapy, how to go about building competency in this area, etc. The course was informative, and the case studies were insightful." M.N. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the discussion on the roles and responsibilities of school-based SLPs." R.G. (Feb. 2024)
"All the information about school SLPs and feeding was beneficial. It was nice to see the laws and justifications for why feeding services should and can be provided in schools." M.B. (Jan. 2024)
"How IDEA pertains to feeding/swallowing disorders in school-based settings. Clear, concise course." C.G. (Dec. 2023)
"The role of the SLP in feeding and swallowing in schools. I enjoyed the case studies and the online format." A.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The steps were presented for the Medical and Educational Setting SLPs. Also, the resources and research were in the slides to refer to later. I liked that course made me think about swallowing in a more holistic way." P.M. (Dec. 2023)
"The clarification of the code of ethics and responsibilities was helpful. I liked the handouts and presentation." B.A. (Dec. 2023)
"Defining roles of slps across settings, such as medical SLP vs. educational SLP. I liked the case studies that gave examples of issues and resolutions." L.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial review of ASHA Code of Ethics and application within the area of Pediatric Dysphagia. Discussion of responsibility of the school systems to provide treatment and feeding management plans under the law. I liked the flexibility to view this course." H.L. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing Feeding/Swallowing in a school setting was beneficial. I liked the case studies." M.W. (Dec. 2023)
"The impact of malnutrition and/or dehydration on development and education was beneficial to discuss. The course was succinct, informative, and applicable." H.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Feeding disorders in the medical field vs school-based feeding. I liked that the course was online and easily accessible." A.J. (Dec. 2023)
"I work in a school, so this course was very helpful in gaining knowledge about collaborating with outpatient and inpatient medical SLPs. The information was very organized and complete and useful." A.H. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked all topics. And connections to school." E.H. (Dec. 2023)
"The case studies for special circumstances were helpful. I liked the accessibility and affordability of the course." E.F. (Nov. 2023)
"I enjoyed the discussion of the school-based SLPs role with feeding patients/students. Easy to understand information that was relevant." J.E. (Nov. 2023)
"As an SLP who works in an outpatient pediatric clinic, the info on the laws for school SLPs and the requirement to provide services for feedings and swallowing were beneficial. I liked the case studies." C.I. (Oct. 2023)
"Liked discussion of feeding and swallowing in schools." L.P. (Oct. 2023)
"Case studies were helpful. The presenters were very clear and followed handouts well." J.W. (Sep. 2023)
"Content was presented in a straight forward manner. I liked the case studies." S.P. (Sep. 2023)
"This course was thorough and provided many appropriate guidelines for dealing with feeding issues in the schools. And how to address feeding issues with speech assistants that have been trained by other professionals." P.E. (Aug. 2023)
"The discussion of the ways that medical SLPs can collaborate with educational SLPs was helpful." E.H. (Aug. 2023)
"Learning roles of specific SLPs. I liked the variety of case studies." B.A. (Aug. 2023)
"Very informative, great amount of information and resources. Ethics and responsibility related to school based SLP." G.M. (Aug. 2023)
"Suggestions for collaboration between professionals in different settings and families. This course addressed the ethical issues surrounding therapy for children with feeding and swallowing disorders in a variety of settings." S.P. (Aug. 2023)
"Information was presented in an easy-to-understand format. Resources mentioned at the end of the presentation for ASHA's pediatric dysphagia practice portal were beneficial." H.M. (Jun. 2023)
"The case studies that were presented were useful." R.C. (Jun. 2023)
"Communication with other disciplines was beneficial. I liked the focus on feeding and swallowing." R.D. (May 2023)
"I liked the clarity and organization of this course." L.I. (May 2023)
"Easy to understand the course content. I liked discussion of IPP and the reasoning behind providing feeding therapy in the schools." R.G. (Apr. 2023)
"The reminder that IDEA affects students with swallowing issues was beneficial. I liked the course format." K.M. (Apr. 2023)
"Code of ethics was beneficial. I liked the ease of presentation." A.J. (Apr. 2023)
"The code of ethics was beneficial and really relevant to daily practice. I liked the pace of this course and the option of the online version of it." K.Y. (Apr. 2023)
"I found this information very informative and interesting." G.L. (Apr. 2023)
"The case studies and background information were beneficial." A.G. (Mar. 2023)
"I enjoyed the discussion regarding the SLP's role in various settings. This course was easy to access." B.V. (Mar. 2023)
"The case studies were extremely helpful. All the information was relevant and presented well." A.P. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning the importance of communication between the medical SLP and the school SLP to ensure safe oral intake during the school day was beneficial. The case studies were helpful." E.L. (Mar. 2023)
"Relevant content. Learning the risks for students and the laws and codes that require us to serve them." K.A. (Feb. 2023)
"Rationale for a pediatric patient's right to have feeding needs met. As a hospital-based SLP, I am encouraged to see advocacy for school SLPs to be encouraged, if not employed with the necessary tools to correspond with the medical team to advocate for these patients. Also, to feel supported in establishing requirements for best practice assurance." H.W. (Feb. 2023)
"Feeding and swallowing disorders in pediatrics. The course was convenient." L.R. (Jan. 2023)
"The importance of advocating for feeding/swallowing supports in the school setting. I liked the case studies." L.H. (Jan. 2023)
"I enjoyed the case study reviews." A.E. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the course layout. Learning what the school SLP is responsible for regarding a child with feeding/swallowing disorders." W.D. (Dec. 2022)
"Educational relevance of feeding and swallowing issues in schools. Outlined a plan of action for coordination of medical SLP and educational SLP." M.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Going through all principles of ethics as well as the role of the medical and school SLP was beneficial. I liked the ease of course access and the flexibility of when I take the course." J.M. (Dec. 2022)
"The medical SLP section was my favorite part, very well done. It broke down responsibilities by setting." B.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Case studies were good to put all information together." S.B. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the topic on implementing supports for children with feeding and swallowing disorders at school. The case studies were very helpful as well." M.E. (Dec. 2022)
"The review of the code of ethics and the case studies were great. This course had knowledgeable presenters." L.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Very straightforward, and to the point. Understanding the role of the medical SLP vs school SLP with feeding/swallowing." M.H. (Dec. 2022)
"What I found beneficial was the update on use of acronyms, incidence of swallowing disorders in schools, and presence or absence of swallowing services within the schools. Courses like this are a great overview to encourage school based SLPs for competency in this area and thusly increasing the importance of SLPs in the schools." A.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Course was clear, well organized, and professionally presented. I found it objective in presentation and factual in content. The presenters' discussion on available resources was excellent." A.H. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the case study examples." M.L. (Dec. 2022)
"Helped me to understand that swallowing work is being done and should be done in the schools. The material was well presented with great graphics to help keep my attention. I love the darling student that was featured!!" A.W. (Nov. 2022)
"I appreciated the case studies and the next steps associated with said case studies and the list of resources at the conclusion of the presentation. I also appreciated that it covered a wide swath of concepts." M.B. (Nov. 2022)
"The course was very to the point." K.G. (Nov. 2022)
"Commonly occurring and efficiently presented case studies." M.G. (Nov. 2022)
"Review of roles for the inpatient and outpatient SLPs were good. I liked the format and delivery." A.G. (Nov. 2022)
"The resources were beneficial." J.G. (Nov. 2022)
"The organization of material was good." T.R. (Nov. 2022)
"All information was relevant." S.S. (Oct. 2022)
"I like that I could do this at my own pace and am able to stop and go as needed." A.G. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked having different presenters." L.T. (Oct. 2022)
"Easy to listen to presenters." S.R. (Oct. 2022)
"It was very thorough and provided good examples." L.G. (Oct. 2022)
"Expectations for Dysphagia in the school setting and how I use a team to determine services appropriate for the student was great information." T.H. (Oct. 2022)
"The course Increased awareness of feeding and swallowing issues for my students." J.S. (Sept. 2022)
"I like that the course gave further resources at the end." J.S. (Sept. 2022)
"The course was very informative. I liked the case studies to help connect with present clients." M.M. (Sept. 2022)
"The course covered a lot of material." S.S. (Sept. 2022)
"The course is simple to follow." T.L. (Sept. 2022)
"This course gave a better understanding on what the child and family should be receiving and how to advocate for the child. Course was easy to follow and very interesting and informative information." A.C. (Sept. 2022)
"I like the PowerPoint presentation followed along with the discourse." A.G. (Sept. 2022)
"I like the presentation and the flow." M.S. (Sept. 2022)
"Straightforward and thorough information." A.L. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked that the course was brief but thorough." J.R. (Aug. 2022)
"I like the review of code of ethics." S.H. (Aug. 2022)
"I felt the case studies were beneficial." H.W. (July 2022)
"I work in a school with children who have severe disabilities. There are many students on my caseload who have feeding issues. It was beneficial to hear steps in collaboration with family and medical speech pathologist. I liked how the course emphasized how it is a team approach which we are trying to do currently within the school. I enjoyed the case studies that were shared." C.W. (July 2022)
"Very informative with links to the medical aspects." C.P. (July 2022)
"It was clear, concise and to the point. Highlighted new information that I was unaware of." W.J. (July 2022)
"The collaboration model between SLPs in different settings was helpful. I liked the format of the course and the concise content." A.S. (July 2022)
"I liked that both presenters had varied backgrounds. I liked the discussion regarding competency in this area." R.G. (July 2022)
"The case study of ethical dilemmas and how to potentially approach them are beneficial." E.S. (June 2022)
"The case studies were very helpful and relevant to ascertaining professional practice to address the issues. The format was cohesive." C.R. (June 2022)
"Interesting that so many states work on feeding and swallowing in the public schools. Course was easy to follow with the outline and the case studies were interesting." L.S. (May 2022)
"Course was well organized and had good flow." A.G. (May 2022)
"I liked the case studies. The course was a helpful resource to support the role of school SLP in feeding and swallowing." J.T. (Apr. 2022)
"Presenters were knowledgeable and easy to listen to." H.L. (Mar. 2022)
"The roles of medical and educational SLPs - I found the discussion on appropriate communication and treatment to be especially helpful. The case history reviews were a great way to solidify my understanding of topics." K.B. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the overview of why feeding and swallowing should be addressed by school SLPs. It was clear and efficiently presented." N.H. (Feb. 2022)
"That the school systems are recognizing that management of Dysphagia and Feeding Difficulties is necessary. Content was organized well and supports multidisciplinary approach." G.Q. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the collaboration between medical and school SLP and the discussion about how schools should support children with dysphagia." L.K. (Jan. 2022)
"The case studies which specifically addressed practical implementation of swallowing therapy/diagnostics in the school setting were very helpful." K.F. (Jan. 2022)
"I appreciated the case studies and the format in which issues were addressed and next steps were mentioned." A.S. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked being able to observe examples of all areas where we can ensure a patient receives the quality of care needed through collaboration with other professionals." C.L. (Dec. 2021)
"Liked discussion around responsibility of a school district for students with feeding and swallowing needs." A.P. (Dec. 2021)
"Clarifying the legally defined roles the school plays in supporting children with feeding/swallowing impairments was helpful. I liked the case examples." N.C. (Dec. 2021)
"I work with early intervention which is a sort of combination between schools and out-patient. It was helpful to know the roles of both and how I can help with the continuum of care. This course was easy to understand and very professional." E.R. (Nov. 2021)
"The part about understanding each child's family situation and their family culture. I currently work in a private practice with lots of small children and their families. I try to tailor my therapy to meet each one's individual needs." A.H. (Sept. 2021)
"I learned the importance of the school SLP and her role with feeding and swallowing. I liked how everything was tied into Ethics." L.P. (Aug. 2021)
"The information that school districts need to provide feeding to all children at their schools and why will be beneficial for my daily practice." P.B. (Jul. 2021)
"It was a good review on the rules for feeding and swallowing as it relates to schools." G.G. (Jul. 2021)
"I found the difference in medical and education SLP beneficial for my daily practice and liked the comparison them." E.S. (Jun. 2021)
“I enjoyed the collaboration between medical and school SLP’s, as well as the equal roles of other professionals and families. It was helpful to have reminders to complete an ethnographic interview to obtain relevant information for a treatment plan which includes the family's values, goals, and expectations. I appreciated the resources and the breakdown of what is available specifically through the Portal, other agencies, and publications/groups from ASHA. I also appreciated the various aspects of the case studies.” A.G. (Jun. 2021)
"Case studies were interesting to review to see what problems arise outside the medical facility." C.H. (May 2021)
"The case studies were particularly interesting and helped me consider the topics in real-world way. I liked the clear information laid out in the slides." N.B. (May 2021)
“I think that outlining the specific goals for SLPs in each setting as it relates to pediatric feeding and swallowing was the most helpful. I also liked the case studies and handouts. I expected maybe more discussion of school-related issues with feeding and swallowing therapy.” A.C. (Apr. 2021)
“This course was quite informative.” C.C. (Mar. 2021)
“I particularly liked how precise the information was, as well as, the case studies and examples of where to obtain additional information. I thought this course was very informative.” J.W. (Mar. 2021)
"I appreciated learning where to go to find resources. I liked the case studies and how they apply to ASHA's code of ethics." P.P. (Feb. 2021)
“I enjoyed the summary of SLP roles from in-patient to out-patient to school-based. Course was clear and concise and provided plenty of resources and references.” K.F. (Feb. 2021)
“This course was clear and concise with plenty of resources and references.” K.F. (Jan. 2021)
"I enjoyed the discussion of IPP and IPE and case studies." A.B. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Sherri K. Zelazny, MA, RSLP, CCC-SLP
PVFM and Chronic Cough challenge the SLP and allow for a dynamic role in the evaluation and treatment of functional laryngeal airway disorders. This course will review evidence-based practice and application. Provides guidance in case history intake, differential diagnosis, and treatment of PVFM and Chronic Cough. Includes endoscopy samples and case studies. ... more+
"Very up to date and good suggestions. Clear, organized, and very informational!!!" S.E. (Aug. 2024)
"Chronic cough was beneficial to discuss. I now have a better understanding of treatment strategies." L.S. (Aug. 2024)
"All of the information was helpful!" R.G. (Jun. 2024)
"Evaluation of pvfm was beneficial. I liked that she didn't just read the slides." D.H. (May. 2024)
"Discussing therapy for PVFM was beneficial. I liked all of the course." L.K. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing treatment was helpful." C.J. (Apr. 2024)
"Beneficial chronic cough tx. I enjoyed the cited research supplemented by clinical experience." N.S. (Feb. 2024)
"Excellent speaker. Really appreciated that she didn’t just read the slides and provided excellent clinical knowledge and case studies." N.F. (Dec. 2023)
"Clear presentation. Understanding flow loops was helpful. Self-paced. Good content." S.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Very thorough and touched on every aspect of dx and tx. The discussion on differential diagnosis when instruments are not available was beneficial." K.D. (Oct. 2023)
"Good review and a lot of new and useful information in this course." J.T. (Oct. 2023)
"Case studies. Step-by-step treatment plan." V.H. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the treatment ideas for PVFM." C.M. (Oct. 2023)
"Differentiating asthma vs PVFM. Treatment of PVFM and chronic cough. Listener-friendly presentation of the information." D.K. (Aug. 2023)
"The viewing of instrumental aspects was very helpful. I liked the resources provided, and the content was directly applicable." J.M. (Aug. 2023)
"The treatment techniques were beneficial, and I liked the flowcharts for decision-making." A.Z. (Jul. 2023)
"Evaluation questionnaire was beneficial. I liked the topic this course covered." D.R. (May 2023)
"I was very interested in learning more about this topic, and I walked away with a much greater knowledge of PVFM than before." M.V. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the treatment protocols and the pace of this course." C.G. (Jan. 2023)
"I have not used visual biofeedback in PVFM treatment or during tx. It makes perfect sense to me now. The explanation was excellent and the video support was helpful." K.D. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the evaluation and treatment techniques. Helpful information." L.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I enjoyed the case studies and ability to observe recorded exams." H.P. (Nov. 2022)
"The topic on treatments was beneficial to my daily practice." L.J. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the evaluation and treatment options for those suffering with these difficulties." A.M. (Sept. 2022)
"The treatment strategies were good." K.P. (Aug. 2022)
"Very detailed. Liked the ability to fully understand the medical work-up needed prior to treating chronic cough." B.H. (July 2022)
"I liked the case studies and visualization." M.M. (July 2022)
"Course was thorough. I liked the examples of successful therapeutic techniques, and case studies example of good intake form questions to include." C.P. (July 2022)
"Well coordinated connection of the 3 areas of disorder." B.G. (June 2022)
"This course is easy to follow; practical; clinical information presented clearly. I liked the specific eval and treatment protocols for PVFM." S.D. (May 2022)
"I thought the case studies on paradoxical vocal cord function and chronic cough were the most beneficial. I learned a lot being able to see the actual endoscopy/stroboscopy of the case study patients to help support the recommendations. I liked the information provided about obtaining a good case history report/interview and treatment options for PVFM and chronic cough." J.S. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the treatment of PVFM and also the case study analysis." E.B. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the entire presentation – chronic cough and PVFM diagnosis and tx. Especially helpful were endoscopy examples. Comprehensive and accessible information presented in an engaging manner." A.M. (Feb. 2022)
"Treatment strategies for PVFM were beneficial – I liked the detailed explanations and case studies." L.F. (Feb. 2022)
"Gave a good overview as well as treatment options to use immediately in practice." R.S. (Jan. 2022)
"All of it was great. Very thorough and knowledgeable presenter. I liked the handout/slides and case studies." C.S. (Dec. 2021)
"Liked the discussion of chronic cough - and flow charts, outcome measurements, and full intake questions." T.W. (Dec. 2021)
"The case studies helped to summarize and implement the learned information. This course was interesting and it's not a topic typically covered in other CEU courses or previous graduate level coursework." A.P. (Nov. 2021)
“The explanation of paradoxical vocal fold movement was very insightful!” C.C. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the strategies for evaluating and treating PVFM – very thorough explanations that were well supported." S.P. (Nov. 2021)
"Case examples are always helpful. I liked how each example was discussed from diagnosis to treatment strategies. It was easy listening to the speaker." K.K. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the handouts and the relevant info." B.O. (Oct. 2021)
"The course had equal amounts of diagnostics and practical information." J.G. (Jul. 2021)
“I enjoyed learning how to diagnose PVFM and how to treat it. It was easy to follow and understand the materials presented.” E.B. (Jun. 2021)
"I really enjoyed the further explanation of PFVM and chronic cough." K.L (May 2021)
"The whole talk was beneficial!! I did appreciate the information on how to specifically introduce clients to their odor triggers and use substitutes to help them. I liked the format being online & that I could do it at my own pace. Also, the price was great for the amount of CEUs acquired." R.C. (Apr. 2021)
"The reference to anxiety and reflux questionnaires was helpful. I liked the case studies." J.L. (Mar. 2021)
"I liked the provided research and statistics. The breakdown of sessions was very helpful." J.M. (Feb. 2021)
"I liked the comprehensive info about both evaluation and treatment of PVFM & UCC as well as the discussion on chronic cough." T.B. (Feb. 2021)
"I appreciated the actual videostroboscopies and the case studies. I would have liked more real life experiences and how she shows to inhale & exhale." M.B. (Jan. 2021)
Presenters: Yvette McCoy, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S & Rinki Varindani Desai, MS, CCC-SLP, CBIS
This presentation will review the normal adult swallowing mechanism and describe the effects of aging on deglutition. The assessment section will provide an overview of the influence of medications, lab values, and medical diagnoses on swallow function in older adults. Factors influencing dysphagia therapy selection will be discussed with a focus on maximizing quality-of-life in the aging population, especially at the end-of-life.... more+
"Discussion regarding patient autonomy and diet changes being last resort was beneficial. I liked the course set-up." S.K. (Aug. 2024)
"The tx section was helpful. I liked that the course was thorough." L.R. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial description of how an age-related swallow differs from a dysphagia. I liked the pictures." Y.R. (May. 2024)
"Discussing the difference between presbyphagia and dysphagia was helpful." C.C. (Mar. 2024)
"Good PowerPoint, excellent information. Discussing the difference between presbyphagia and dysphagia was beneficial." H.K. (Mar. 2024)
"I appreciated the discussion around the difference between presbyphagia and dysphagia in the elderly. I liked the review of compensatory strategies versus exercises and the associated (potential) outcomes." E.L. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked discussing the comprehensive options available for care." S.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Clear comparison for presbyphagia and dysphagia with examples and research to support explanations for family when educating for changes in managing the aging swallowing status. Good overall review for managing swallowing changes and dysphagia in the aging population. Comparison with evidence/research to support differences between presbyphagia and dysphagia." J.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing the normal amount of residue with presbyphagia was helpful. I liked the information on geriatrics." A.B. (Dec. 2023)
"The swallow changes that occur with aging were beneficial to discuss. The course was easy to follow." S.F. (Nov. 2023)
"All of the areas covered were an excellent way for me to become a much better therapist in the acute care setting. I enjoyed the format and the way the presenters delivered the information." V.F. (Nov. 2023)
"The list of medications and their potential effects on the swallow were beneficial." A.Q. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the overview of the aging swallow. The slides were helpful." P.W. (May. 2023)
"The information presented was easy to understand and follow. I liked the review of the elderly swallow and relationship during MBSS." T.B. (Apr. 2023)
"Reviewed aspects of the normal and abnormal swallow as they apply to older adults. I liked the review of CSE as it applies to older adults." J.Z. (Feb. 2023)
"Really, all of it was beneficial in different aspects. I liked that speakers talked slowly and clearly. The slides were beneficial as well." K.H. (Feb. 2023)
"Discussed differences between swallowing maneuvers, exercises, and compensatory strategies." E.H. (Jan. 2023)
"The whole presentation was beneficial." J.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Very informative course. I liked the discussion of the changes in the swallow with aging." M.W. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the presenter's pace and course content. Great course!" J.C. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked that I could watch the course according to my own time and pace." N.R. (Nov. 2022)
"Very 'user-friendly'." D.K. (Oct. 2022)
"Ethics and review of strategies were good." E.B. (Oct. 2022)
"The course is very well organized. I loved part 2 especially." D.T. (Sept. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." B.M. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the focus on end of life. Pace of the course was good." J.L. (Mar. 2022)
"Thorough outline, great knowledge / experience of presenters, practical information." L.S. (Mar. 2022)
"Course was very clear and concise." N.S. (Nov. 2021)
"Good review of new definitions, etiologies, and therapy – the course covered a range of topics re: dysphagia." V.G. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked all of it, especially the recommendations for treatment." E.S. (Nov. 2021)
"End of life considerations – it was all very relevant to my practice." B.S. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked that it explained the basics, and it was easy to understand the information." L.U. (Oct. 2021)
"The review of presbyphagia vs. dysphagia with the clinical application was helpful." J.D. (Sep. 2021)
"The changes in the swallow function related to presbyphagia vs. dysphagia was insightful. I appreciated the handouts for the exercises and compensatory strategies and the rationale for each." H.B. (Jun. 2021)
"Overall, it was a nice overview of what constitutes a normal aging swallow. The second part was a quick review of compensatory strategies, swallow rehabilitation exercises, and considerations concerning diet modifications. Presented clearly and efficiently." L.T. (May 2021)
"I liked what is considered to be typical in presbyphagia versus younger adults, and the ease of access to course content." C.K. (May 2021)
"I liked the discussion of specific meds and impact on swallowing in addition to the swallowing risk factors contributing to aspiration. The in-depth references and analysis of swallowing research was good." D.D. (Apr. 2021)
"I liked the emphasis on the rationale to make the decision between FEES and MBSS." A.M. (Apr. 2021)
"Going over the elements of the normal aging swallow was the most beneficial." J.K. (Apr. 2021)
"When to recommend a FEES versus MBS. Course clearly summarized a normal aging swallow and what things might impact that swallow, leading to dysphagia." B.W. (Apr. 2021)
"The course was functional and easy to understand. I appreciated the real life tx of dysphagia in the elderly and its challenges." R.A. (Mar. 2021)
"Learning normal physiological changes to swallow function in the elderly. Course was easy to follow along." A.M. (Mar. 2021)
"Learning the difference between aging swallow and normal swallow vs dysphagia is beneficial to my practice." C.T. (Feb. 2021)
"I liked the specific information presented on lingual pressure in relation to presbyphagia versus dysphagia. The presentation of information was in an organized manner." A.M. (Feb. 2021)
"I appreciated going over presbyphagia vs dysphagia. I liked the course's ease of use." M.P. (Feb. 2021)
"Liked the breakdown of the different treatment types; the information describing presbyphagia vs dysphagia; the information on screening; and the information on FEES vs MBS." M.R. (Jan. 2021)
"The course flowed well and the speakers were easy to listen to. There are many points of reference in this course, and am glad I'll have it around as a resource." M.R. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Elizabeth Crais, PhD, CCC-SLP
Recent evidence indicates that behavioral characteristics of ASD can be seen in some children as young as 12-15 months. This course will highlight key social communicative, sensory, and play behaviors shown to be symptomatic of ASD diagnosis. Video examples of infants and toddlers with ASD will be used to illustrate what these behaviors look like in young children.... more+
"As a Speech Pathologist working in early intervention, this course gives me the tools and language needed to discuss the next action for families of children with several characteristics of ASD. After this course, I feel more confident and knowledgeable in discussing this delicate subject with parents." K.A. (Jul. 2024)
"Testing materials were helpful. Lots of useful information in this course." V.F. (Jun. 2024)
"The key features of autism along with the current view of autism under one umbrella. It was also helpful to view typical social and communication milestones. The contrasting videos for typical developing and potential ASD. The speaker was engaging and seemed to have a great deal of background on the topics, often expanding on slides and providing practical information. Videos were great illustrations!" A.H. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial discussion on screening/assessment. Easy to follow along." L.S. (May. 2024)
"I found the discussion of Early Object Play Development very interesting. Many of my current preschoolers are at a 12 month level. The course was easy to follow." C.D. (Apr. 2024)
"Available screening tools were helpful. The course was very well organized and easy to follow along. The presenter was very knowledgeable." P.L. (Apr. 2024)
"All topics were most beneficial to me. Information was current and clearly presented, and the instructor was highly knowledgeable. Gave specific examples and great video examples." S.T. (Feb. 2024)
"The screening and parent questionnaires were beneficial. I liked the overall thorough review of signs and characteristics of autism at the toddler level." D.K. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing the types of repetitive behavior during play and what children with ASD lack or have the most difficulty with regarding play was beneficial. I liked all the examples/videos provided and then talking about seeing examples." G.A. (Nov. 2023)
"This course gave a comprehensive overview of signs of autism in young children and the screening tools available to screen for ASD." K.P. (Nov. 2023)
"Identifying and understanding 'red flags' that may be associated with ASD was beneficial." K.M. (Aug. 2023)
"This was a good overview of Autism and provided good reminders about helping parents as they learn about the diagnosis. The presentation was very clear and concise." C.A. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the explanation of the screening and evaluating tools available." E.D. (Jul. 2023)
"The inclusion of contrastive videos to help differentiate typical versus atypical behavior was useful. This course offered helpful guidance regarding sensitively sharing assessment results with parents along with ways to optimize their involvement during family conferences." A.M. (Jul. 2023)
"The content was excellent! Very well organized and easy to follow and understand! Learning signs to look for that would signify possible ASD and the screeners used. These screeners, although I have heard about them, I did not know much about them, so it was nice to get more information." B.L. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked review of the screening instruments as well as strategies to help families understand, process, and ultimately accept diagnosis. As well as confidence in structuring observations of communication/behaviors/sensory as early signs of autism. I liked the videos and specific examples." L.H. (Jun. 2023)
"Screening and Assessment Tools were beneficial." L.G. (Jun. 2023)
"Conveyed information so that parents can understand it and their next steps. Course information was easy to follow and understand." L.S. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the assessment tools and video comparisons." P.Z. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning about different screenings was beneficial. I liked that course was at my own pace." L.R. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning several characteristics and helping identifiers of children that may be on the spectrum." K.G. (Feb. 2023)
"Screening information was beneficial. A lot of information was shared in a concise and understandable manner." S.R. (Feb. 2023)
"Identification and use of standardized assessment to help identify the youngest children who may have ASD. I liked the videos that compared both the typical and atypical behaviors." M.I. (Jan. 2023)
"Clear and concise information. I was surprised at the lower diagnosis rate than I had heard of recently...and the average age that ASD was diagnosed." P.C. (Jan. 2023)
"Screeners and MCHAT information was beneficial." A.F. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the screening and assessment section. Great course - very informative." M.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning diagnosis and symptoms of ASD in babies. I liked how practical and useful the content was as I work with Early Intervention babies." M.R. (Jan. 2023)
"Videos and descriptions of characteristics at specific ages were beneficial. Chock full of research based information and practical examples of typical and atypical behaviors. Both the explanations and video clips were helpful." M.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Strategies on how to talk to parents and families about their children's skills. I liked the videos and the explanations/descriptions of what was happening in the videos." L.H. (Dec. 2022)
"How to identify behaviors present in children with ASD. Course organization was great. Great videos and examples." F.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning about the risk factors for ASD was most beneficial. I enjoyed the videos." F.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Observation of normal behavior. This course was concise." D.R. (Dec. 2022)
"Strategies to use during a family conference following screening tests. I liked the videos presented." H.B. (Dec. 2022)
"How to discuss screening results with parents. Very well organized and captivating." M.H. (Dec. 2022)
"The information about consonant use was new to me. Engaging and knowledgeable presenter with an organized presentation." E.S. (Dec. 2022)
"The speaker was easy to listen to and engaging. The discussion of evaluations was helpful." J.W. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the extensive review of identifying behaviors/red flags, and the videos to demonstrate typical and atypical child behavior and play." M.G. (Nov. 2022)
"Seeing play behaviors in children with ASD - lots of videos demonstrating typical behaviors, as well as behaviors seen in children with ASD." S.L. (Oct. 2022)
"I found the signs and symptoms of autism in infants and toddlers to be helpful along with suggestions on how to deliver the information to parents and how to get them involved." S.K. (Oct. 2022)
"Dr. Crais was very easy to listen to and she provided engaging content that was applicable." S.K. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the videos. The whole course was beneficial for my practice." D.F. (Oct. 2022)
"The review of symptoms - what to look for with very young children who possibly have ASD. Good reminders about what to say to parents." A.G. (Sept. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." E.M. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the do's and don'ts of communicating with parents. Also, the videos were very helpful." A.P. (July 2022)
"Truly, all of it was pertinent information. I liked the presenter's knowledge base." C.H. (July 2022)
"Course was organized well. I liked the new screening tools." D.G. (June 2022)
"Good information on prevalence and testing. I liked the flow of presentation." N.F. (June 2022)
"The video examples were interesting and illustrated the presenter's points well." R.P. (June 2022)
"Learning early signs / red flags to look for in babies/toddlers was beneficial." K.K. (May 2022)
"I learned so much from this course. To be able to focus on early signs of ASD will be beneficial for my practice." A.M. (Apr. 2022)
"Lots of practical tips, videos, and time to process information with examples. And learning how to talk to parents with children who present with these red flags, and screening/assessment tools used." M.M. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the diagnostic indicators – videos were helpful." S.E. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the new data on assessing children with red flags for Autism, and the flexibility of an online course." D.J. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the summary of different screeners and learning the strengths of different screeners – the videos were very helpful." J.F. (Dec. 2021)
"Learning to identify early red flags for ASD. The presenter had an excellent command of the subject matter and she explained the content clearly. The videos were excellent." M.E. (Dec. 2021)
"The resources that were provided will also be extremely beneficial for my daily practice. Comparison of typical vs. atypical behaviors, presented in multiple formats. Seeing video examples of various children demonstrating "Red Flags" as well as typically developing children." S.R. (Dec. 2021)
"Very informative with red flags and how to interact with parents with initial dx of ASD." B.F. (Dec. 2021)
"A good refresher of the different assessment batteries and screeners available. I enjoyed the presenter's style and overall format, and the supplemental videos were helpful." A.C. (Dec. 2021)
"I found the updated data surrounding prevalence as well as the detail on the screeners available to be helpful. It included several videos that were good to visually see what was being explained." S.B. (Nov. 2021)
"The thoroughness of course was great. Specific examples of what would constitute joint attention, symbolic play, repetitive behaviors with objects, etc." M.P. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the detailed descriptions to identify symptoms." P.J. (Oct. 2021)
"The course was very informative and formatted well." M.G. (Oct. 2021)
"Very practical and thorough course." M.N. (Oct. 2021)
"The videos were a great addition to the presentation. Learning what the key features of autism are in infants and toddlers and being able to list examples was good." N.R. (Sept. 2021)
"The entire course was very informative. I enjoyed the descriptive nature of characteristics and video examples." M.H. (May 2021)
“I loved the videos! It helped the discussion come together and was very functional. I am a newer SLP and trying to build on my skills for assessing and discussing autism with parents of young toddlers who are suspecting something but not autism. I feel much more confident in my ability to feel confident in what I am observing and LOVED the tools to support what we are seeing. I liked how Dr. Crais discussed how to bring concerns to families in a way that will be supportive but informative.” D.D. (Apr. 2021)
“I liked the breakdown between social interaction/communication and repetitive behaviors, and the different subcategories under each grouping.” D.O. (Feb. 2021)
“I thoroughly enjoyed the videos with specifics examples.” K.N. (Feb. 2021)
"The different screening and assessment tools will definitely help me with my practice. The videos and resources were very helpful and informative! As well as updated studies and results." S.M. (Jan. 2021)
"All of the characteristics clearly described were helpful, as well as how to discuss information with caregivers. I appreciated all the strategies about actually discussing the results with parents. This is not a typically discussed topic, and the presenter had many excellent suggestions." S.D. (Jan. 2021)
Presenters: Cheri Fraker, CCC-SLP, CLC & Laura Walbert, CCC-SLP, CLC
This course instructs professionals in the treatment of children with complex feeding aversion. Learn six vital steps of food chaining intervention and foundational concepts of PreChaining and Food Chaining. This course focuses on diagnosis and setting up a team care plan. Includes discussion of red flag medical, nutritional, oral sensory, motor and emotional issues that impact a child and family struggling with a pediatric feeding disorder.... more+
"The case studies were very helpful, and honestly, everything was important from the beginning to the end! I liked the specific food-chaining examples. Information about needing to assess the 5 other areas before moving into food chaining." L.G. (Aug. 2024)
"Beneficial review of medical issues to look at more closely prior to trying new foods. I liked all the food examples that were tried in the case studies." J.B. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussing how to expand child's food repertoire but keeping it child-led was beneficial. I liked the organization and progression of the course." R.K. (Jul. 2024)
"Steps to modification of currently tolerated foods was beneficial to discuss. I enjoyed the detailed explanations...from start to finish." H.C. (Jul. 2024)
"Everything was beneficial especially the masking and ideas for how to food chain." A.H. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked all of the information. The rating scales and breaking down case studies were helpful." M.S. (Jun. 2024)
"Addressing sensory needs for food chaining was helpful to discuss. The course was quick and easy to navigate." M.T. (Jun. 2024)
"Sensory modification was a helpful topic. I liked the ease of following the information." N.W. (Jun. 2024)
"Learning about food chaining was beneficial and I enjoyed the examples." M.A. (Jun. 2024)
"The use of rating scales and modifications to accepted foods was helpful." J.B. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussing food chaining was beneficial." S.D. (May 2024)
"The Rating Scale was helpful. The course was easy to follow along with." L.S. (May 2024)
"I loved this training! It was filled with so much useful information. It’s hard to choose which bit of information was most helpful. If I had to choose, I’d say the examples of how to chain different foods. I loved the examples, the questions asked at the end of each section, and just all of the information presented. It all was so helpful!" J.G. (Apr. 2024)
"Use of the Rating Scale was helpful. A very thorough discussion of the topic." W.D. (Apr. 2024)
"Steps for Food Chaining were beneficial. The course gave in-depth and detailed case studies." J.S. (Apr. 2024)
"Food chaining techniques were helpful. Very informative and practical." S.D. (Mar. 2024)
"The rating scale and case studies were the most helpful. Content I can immediately apply to practice." M.S. (Mar. 2024)
"The information in each section was important to know. I believe that the first section about all the medical issues that could interfere with feeding was really important. I really liked the food chaining part of the presentation because it will help myself and my parents look at feeding in different way. I liked learning about the different products and what they're best used for. I liked learning about the different medical issues that can interfere with feeding." L.M. (Mar. 2024)
"Discussing how to chain a specific food and how you can gather similarities in a child's diet to understand their sensory preferences was helpful. I liked how informative this course was and also how it was self-paced and I could do it on my own time. I am a mom and work full time so this was very helpful for me." L.P. (Mar. 2024)
"The 6 steps of the food chaining program were well explained in this course. The case studies certainly helped with my learning." X.J. (Mar. 2024)
"It was beneficial learning about everything that needs to be assessed and all the different professionals that may need to be involved before considering any dietary changes. Learning how to implement a food chaining program. I liked how the rating scales and strategies were broken down and applied to specific clients." D.K. (Feb. 2024)
"Learning how to use a scale with food chaining was helpful. I enjoyed the detailed information on food chaining and how it is incorporated into the treatment of this pt population." M.D. (Feb. 2024)
"The examples of expanding foods were beneficial. I liked the general information regarding food chaining." H.L. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing portion size and rating scale was helpful." K.C. (Feb. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss that evaluation of a child's reaction to a new food should be rated to determine progress, and that food chaining is not linear. I enjoyed the case study and example of food chaining used with actual clients." N.H. (Feb. 2024)
"Food chaining concept was helpful. I liked that I was able to repeat parts that I couldn’t catch well and able to view the course according to my time." O.K. (Jan. 2024)
"All of the course was beneficial, especially the chaining process. Very knowledgeable speakers." M.G. (Jan. 2024)
"The specific examples, like the case studies, were helpful. Kept to the topic at hand and gave several examples." K.M. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing general guidelines on how to establish a chain was beneficial. I liked the examples of food chains." L.R. (Jan. 2024)
"Loved the rating scale. I liked the presentation organization of: Introduction of what would be discussed, delivery of new information, summary of new information discussed in each section, and short assessment with explanation. Excellent course." J.B. (Jan. 2024)
"I enjoyed the case studies and the overall layout of the course." C.Y. (Jan. 2024)
"All the clinical implications were beneficial. Many feeding CEUs are hospital-based or focus on infants, while this course pertained more to my caseload of toddlers and school-aged children. I liked the pace of the course and the way in which it was broken up. In addition, I thought the case studies were helpful and a good way to apply learning." M.K. (Jan. 2024)
"The Evaluation and Food Chaining sections were helpful. All of the examples!" B.N. (Jan. 2024)
"I get a lot of kids who are on a liquid diet. Info about reducing liquid consumption to increase hunger sensation was beneficial. Easy course to understand and follow. I like how the presentation was divided into sections." T.J. (Jan. 2024)
"The examples of food-chaining foods were beneficial. I liked how the course was broken into sections. The third section was most beneficial to me." M.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The case studies with videos were very helpful. I liked the photo comparisons and case studies." L.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Helpful information regarding the negative effects that mouth breathing has on all aspects of feeding. Implementing a chewing program and using specific feeding utensils to facilitate chewing. I enjoyed the case studies and the food progression examples." A.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial topics included breathing considerations; taking preferred foods and making slight modifications (to texture / flavor / presentation); ideas for modifying pasta / rice; and reasons why a child might accept food in one situation and refuse it in the next (e.g., due to pressure). I liked that there were many practical examples of children similar to the ones I treat." K.K. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the examples and case studies and rating scale. I use a sensory hierarchy scale to get to items in mouth and this will be the next level of data that I can collect. Thank you. I liked examples of how to modify the different groups (bread, cheese, etc)." S.F. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the breakdown of all aspects of picky eating as well as the examples of the scale. It made course easy to understand. I liked the facts and how everything was on a PowerPoint to follow along and take notes." E.L. (Dec. 2023)
"Helpful case studies to see examples of using the food chaining program. I liked that there was information about the whole process (eval, caregiver training, developing treatment)." C.C. (Nov. 2023)
"All of the topics were overall very helpful and beneficial to my daily practice. I enjoyed learning about food chaining." K.H. (Nov. 2023)
"I loved this course. It kept me engaged and gave me TONS of useful information. I especially loved the case histories where I could see the chaining therapy being implemented." F.J. (Nov. 2023)
"The rating scale and methods of diet expansion techniques were helpful. I enjoyed the presentation of the material." T.C. (Nov. 2023)
"The process of food chaining was beneficial to discuss. I liked the range of examples provided." P.L. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the details provided for the implementation of a food chaining system. Great examples of how to implement it." K.B. (Nov. 2023)
"Provided specific examples of food chaining and explanation of how physiological deficits impact munching/chewing patterns. I liked the clarity of presenters and how they explained how liquid intake (water and milk) impacts intake of solids." S.Y. (Oct. 2023)
"The examples of real clients were beneficial. This course helped me relate to my current clients. I liked the multiple examples of food chain sequences." T.K. (Oct. 2023)
"I loved all the strategies mentioned to expand food choice. Liked how the rating scale helps to track progress." C.L. (Oct. 2023)
"The case studies regarding medically complex food chaining were helpful." M.P. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked all of the suggestions for which foods to go to next given a child's current preference and the emphasis on looking at the whole child. The discussion on different bottles/considerations for each and the difference between the parent and child rating scale was beneficial." S.M. (Sep. 2023)
"This course was informative and provided examples from real cases. I liked discussing the importance of using rating scale." M.S. (Sep. 2023)
"The information about recommended intake for toddlers and strategies to increase eating at meal time was helpful (e.g., reduce amount of milk, reduce grazing, etc). I liked the product recommendations and the rating system." A.K. (Sep. 2023)
"I loved the real life examples and case studies. It really helps put things together. I liked the flexibility to pause and resume when needed." K.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I found the topic of food chaining and how to implement it to be most helpful. I enjoyed the rating scale examples and case studies." G.D. (Aug. 2023)
"Concrete examples and case studies. I liked the rating scale." S.B. (Aug. 2023)
"I thought the rating scale was helpful to use consistently with a child, and it's easy to use with caregivers. I liked the explanation of how to refer and complex needs vs. children with less needs. The case studies brought the program to life, giving real problems/concerns and solutions that happen over time." M.E. (Jul. 2023)
"Framework to consider/organize food and their experiences were beneficial. I liked the case studies." I.L. (Jul. 2023)
"The case studies were helpful! I loved that there was a variety in the severity. This course was very easy to follow along with!" H.N. (Jul. 2023)
"I found the case studies helpful as well as talking through how to food chain. I liked the real life examples." A.A. (Jul. 2023)
"The whole approach seems like it will be an effective way to help expand upon a child’s limited food repertoire. I liked how course was divided into sections, had lots of helpful information in addition to the slides, and had practical information that can be used immediately." K.S. (Jul. 2023)
"Explanation of the food chaining steps was beneficial. I liked the case studies." K.P. (Jun. 2023)
"I plan to encourage my staff to take this course. The evaluation portion of the presentation was a very complete overview and very concise. Personally, I really liked the specific recommendations for spoons, bottles, and cups. I liked the pace and how thorough course was - the case studies were really great." L.H. (Jun. 2023)
"Food Chaining 101, including the specific 6 steps (food chaining is the last step!)" N.E. (Jun. 2023)
"Presenters provided an abundant amount of examples to help relate to clients. Learning what foods can be chained together based on textures was beneficial." C.S. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the food chaining rating scale and the case studies at the end." M.C. (Jun. 2023)
"I enjoyed the thorough breakdown, examples, and ideas. I liked the case studies and seeing real life examples." M.M. (Jun. 2023)
"The case studies were particularly helpful." S.I. (Jun. 2023)
"This can be immediately applied to therapy. I liked the depth of knowledge presented. Milk-protein allergy was a beneficial topic." M.M. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked all aspects r/t the Food Chaining to assist with the feeding therapy with my clients." S.P. (Jun. 2023)
"The case studies were the most helpful part of the training! They showed real life examples of food chains that could be models for current clients." G.S. (Jun. 2023)
"Rating scales were beneficial (and the recommendation to make one with the child). I liked the practical examples." C.A. (May 2023)
"Discussing the 5 steps to consider before changing foods was beneficial. This course was concise, informative, and visual." S.W. (May 2023)
"This course is clear and to the point. I liked the recommended eating tools/products, and all the examples of food and how it can be modified or expanded as one progressed through therapy." J.C. (Apr. 2023)
"Discussing methods of food training with parents. Easy to comprehend course, good pace." N.L. (Apr. 2023)
"I appreciated the examples of how to chain the food together. I liked the examples." B.B. (Apr. 2023)
"Medical and nutritional considerations, equipment to trial, and case studies to understand examples of chaining were beneficial. I liked the case studies, and being online allowed me to pause and re-listen to ensure my understanding." A.M. (Apr. 2023)
"The feeding strategies to try in therapy were the most beneficial. I enjoyed hearing the case study information." B.M. (Mar. 2023)
"The integration of the child's sensory preferences when determining what food to chain was beneficial. I liked the case history section." R.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Simple food chaining ideas: pulling apart pop tarts, adding 1 tbsp sauce to another sauce, and using flavored broth for rice. I liked the practical pieces and examples, and the rating scale." D.L. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning importance of food education - how effective it can be in daily practice with families of children with picky eating to understand their children better and moreover make mealtime fun rather than stress." C.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Each topic was well explained. I liked the case studies." E.P. (Feb. 2023)
"All the information presented in this workshop was very beneficial. I loved the way presenters linked the red flags in aspects of health history. These are a key piece to implementing the appropriate technique; not just observed feeding skills. The steps to use the therapeutic approach were beneficial." I.V. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the food chaining technique itself and rating scale." B.M. (Feb. 2023)
"Good overview of expanding food choices. I liked the rating scale." J.H. (Feb. 2023)
"It was a new concept to me so overall course was very helpful. The instructors were clear and concise." M.S. (Feb. 2023)
"The medical and oral motor factors to consider prior to food chaining and the practical examples of food chaining were beneficial." C.M. (Jan. 2023)
"Absolutely everything!! Seriously, the best course I've ever taken! Thank you!" D.E. (Jan. 2023)
"All six steps were helpful. Learning the specific ways to modify foods in the chaining program." H.R. (Jan. 2023)
"The oral motor ideas, such as using tools like the duo spoon, crumbing, and cutting food into rectangles to work on chewing were beneficial. I liked all the examples." J.S. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the rating scale. Handouts, sectioned material were beneficial." M.R. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the examples of food chaining specific foods. And the ease of course access." E.O. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of food chaining and mapping. And the specific case studies that shared real ideas on how to modify preferred foods." M.D. (Dec. 2022)
"All of this was beneficial. Our dysphagia class in grad school did not offer an in-depth section for treating feeding disorders, especially in the pediatric population. The amount of information given, and the recommendations for treatment were great." A.W. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the Meal Modification Plan. The topics covered were relevant and everything was explained in a simple way." Z.R. (Dec. 2022)
"The rating scales for food chaining and specific examples of food chains were very informative. Vast amount of information and specific examples given to supplement the information." A.L. (Dec. 2022)
"There were excellent ideas for ways that children can interact with food. Also, the rating scale will be a great way to monitor my kiddos. The presenters were clear and concise. The knowledge checks were great." C.P. (Dec. 2022)
"The structure and information was presented clearly and in an organized way. I liked the ideas presented for chaining different foods." M.R. (Dec. 2022)
"The presentation was simple and easy to follow. The rating scale is helpful. And learning medical reasons a child will not accept foods." M.V. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the case studies." A.D. (Dec. 2022)
"Course was very specific and explained in detail the concepts." Y.R. (Nov. 2022)
"Understanding how medical problems such as congestion and breathing problems impact feeding. I liked learning how Food Chaining works and the use of the rating system." V.N. (Nov. 2022)
"There are practical suggestions of where to start and how to chain specific foods." S.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Easy to understand course." M.S. (Nov. 2022)
"The case studies were very helpful. Great examples." A.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Food chaining examples, recommendations, tips and tricks, as well as visuals, were very informative. Handouts were easy to follow along with the presentation. Presenters were very knowledgeable and provided fantastic resources, recommendations for actual treatment practice, and case studies/example situations to better achieve learner outcomes." K.W. (Nov. 2022)
"Feeding for craniofacial children under 3 - how to encourage parents in early intervention was good." B.B. (Nov. 2022)
"I found the examples of how to initiate food chaining extremely helpful. I liked that course gave a descriptive overview of food chaining as well as example case studies." K.B. (Nov. 2022)
"The content was easily integrated into clientele examples." D.J. (Nov. 2022)
"I did not know much about food prechaining or chaining. I liked all of the topics. The information was excellent. I liked that I could stop and go and come back where I left off. I liked how I could re-listen as needed." K.H. (Nov. 2022)
"There was a good amount of quality information." A.F. (Nov. 2022)
"A lot of practical usable suggestions! Love the ongoing offering of examples. Just what I need to liven up and change my current sessions." P.B. (Oct. 2022)
"Everything discussed is very important to know when you are working with children that have feeding problems. I liked how the modifications in the foods are helping the kids to expand diet core." R.P. (Oct. 2022)
"Everything was beneficial. Comprehensive and extremely practical course." J.B. (Sept. 2022)
"The presentation was clear." N.U. (Sept. 2022)
"The format was helpful for understanding the material." S.P. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the clear info that i can use in my cases." J.N. (Sept. 2022)
"The course was very informative." A.B. (Aug. 2022)
"How to practice this feeding chain and step by step, and the videos helped a lot." M.R. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked all of it. New ideas on chaining methods." A.L. (June 2022)
"The order of presentation of information and topics addressed were good. I liked the specific examples of food chaining." C.F. (June 2022)
"I found that the evaluation process as well as changing the flavor rather than the texture of foods will be very beneficial." W.B. (June 2022)
"I liked the layout and the video presentation. Learning the food chaining process and food rating." K.M. (June 2022)
"I liked the direction it provided for completing a proper case history and learning the detailed technique for food chaining." H.L. (June 2022)
"I work with a lot of kiddos in Early Intervention with feeding/swallowing issues. I read the book by the presenters in my first year as an SLP and loved it. I think they have some great ideas that work with the kiddos I serve. I think the rating scale will be most beneficial, especially for some of my older 6-8 year old outpatients who come just for feeding. The presenters explained everything so well. I enjoyed the pictures and hearing the case studies." T.N. (May 2022)
"Everything was great. I'm very interested in feeding therapy and have a child with ASD. Their use of examples helped a lot." (May 2022)
"Information was very clinically based with a lot of good takeaways to use right away." S.B. (May 2022)
"Helped me to know when to refer patients for feeding consultation." P.B. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the discussion of food chaining and how to implement strategies." S.S. (Apr. 2022)
"I believe the deep specifics on the steps of food chaining and the examples of different foods and liquids that could be incorporated was beneficial" J.T. (Mar. 2022)
"The explanation of food chaining and case studies were helpful for my understanding. Course expanded my knowledge and understanding of what food chaining is and what foods to try with my feeding patients." J.V. (Mar. 2022)
"The case studies combined with the in-depth explanation of food chaining (by food groups) was helpful in understanding the general concepts and how to put them into practice. I enjoyed the pace and real-world examples presented in the course." K.O. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the hands on examples of how to chain." D.D. (Mar. 2022)
"Rating scales and how to modify foods was beneficial. The case studies helped me piece things together." J.P. (Mar. 2022)
"Course provided good information on how to assess and begin a food chaining program, and also provided examples." J.R. (Feb. 2022)
"EVERYTHING!!! I'm an SLP and I'm new to feeding therapy. New student on my caseload has feeding goals, however, he's 12!" A.A. (Jan. 2022)
"The rating scale will be most helpful in my daily practice when treating children with feeding disorders. The scale will be helpful in creating goals and monitoring progress. I liked how the course was broken up into different segments. It helped me stay focused on the topic and helped me better retain information when I had to pause the course after each section." D.O. (Jan. 2022)
"The presentation was easy to follow, and there were many practical examples of therapy for a variety of infants and children with different feeding needs." J.B. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the background information about health issues causing picky eating. I'm wondering when EOE came on the radar. My son, now 16, was an extremely picky eater with the associated health issues. We went to so many doctors (pediatricians, allergists, 3 ENTs, immune system doctors). Nobody caught the EOE, despite what I know now to be classic symptoms. We finally figured it out at age 12. We tried more testing, diets, and medications to no avail. At age 14, he went on Neocate and no food for 6 weeks and finally saw remission. At age 14, he was 4'11" and 90 pounds. 18 months later, he was 5'7" and 135 pounds. We still struggle with picky/slow eating. This will be helpful." (Dec. 2021)
"I really enjoyed this course. It really helped me understand how to expand children's diets using their current food preferences. The entire content was wonderful, as well as the case studies and examples. So helpful!" A.C. (Dec. 2021)
"How to modify existing food preferences with other flavors or textures to improve variety was helpful for my daily practice. The course was very specific and had lots of practical recommendations that will be useful." T.J. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the resources and ideas on how to present new foods, and expand. The rating form is very helpful." L.B. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked that the course was broken down into sections." A.E. (Oct. 2021)
"How to address the evaluation when we have a picky eater. The great strategies, tools and examples about how we can modify a child's diet." J.S. (Oct. 2021)
“I liked that it discussed Food Chaining from infancy through childhood. Many other courses focus on infants and toddlers, and this course incorporated school-age.” R.R. (Oct. 2021)
"The use of rating scales and importance of prechaining process was beneficial for my daily practice." G.L. (Sept. 2021)
"The case studies. It helped to synthesize all the information given and show how the information could be used in the "real world" with "real children". I liked the handouts because I can use them for quick reference." C.D. (Aug. 2021)
“I enjoyed food chaining, the case studies, and examples. I think the instructor was very thorough and detailed with her presentations. I like how I was able to learn at my own pace.” L.H. (Aug. 2021)
"The examples of food chains that were shared will be beneficial to my practice. I liked how in depth the case studies were." L.S. (Aug. 2021)
“I enjoyed the breakdown of treatment planning of food chaining and an explanation of the rating scale. I also liked that it was broken down in a way that you can use it in your practice immediately.” J.C. (Jul. 2021)
“How to initiate a food chaining program, and using the rating scale to determine which new foods to incorporate or modify was very insightful. I liked how the food chaining method follows a sensory approach to feeding, respecting the child's sensory profile without forcing new foods on them.” Y.D. (Jun. 2021)
"Learning how to modify foods to expand preferences was great!" M.I. (Jun. 2021)
"Learning how to implement Food Chaining and the importance of rating will be beneficial for my daily practice." K.B. (Jun. 2021)
"I loved hearing the thought process for analyzing a new client and then the various ways of altering foods to make them chain off a preferred food. My favorite aspect of this course was learning tidbits like grilled peanut butter and jelly can be easier to tolerate than regular peanut butter and jelly... little nuggets of knowledge that expand my repertoire of chaining knowledge. It was a fabulous course." F.A. (May 2021)
"The specific food groups discussed for food chaining, as well as, how to mask new foods introduced were beneficial. I found the two case studies and monthly updates beneficial to my daily practice with my pediatric feeding patients. Learning about the 6 steps, as well as, specific ways to assist children with oral-motor and sensory needs. I felt that this course covered all of the areas about food chaining (which I wanted to review). However, would have liked to see more videos of food chaining strategies." J.B. (Apr. 2021)
"It was fantastic to have a course on specifics to address the oral stage for swallowing disorders and a plan to help the child expand their palate. I liked the quality of content. Excellent course!!" L.G. (Mar. 2021)
“I enjoyed the in-depth discussion on treatment procedures including the use of rating scales, food chaining examples, and how to approach expanding from a currently accepted food.” H.G. (Mar. 2021)
“I found the food chaining examples were helpful and increased my understanding.” K.E. (Feb. 2021)
"I liked that it went through anatomy and then went into food chaining for a very complete look. The food chaining rating scale was most helpful." M.H. (Feb. 2021)
“I liked how they presented a few case studies so I could see how to implement the food chaining program.” T.P. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Diane Bahr, MS, CCC-SLP, CIMI
This course presents strategies to help establish solid foundations for the development of normal speech and feeding behavior for young children ages birth to 2 years. Participants will learn how to keep babies and young children on track to prevent or reduce life-long feeding, speech, and mouth development problems.... more+
"Feeding and swallowing for the normally developing child was a beneficial topic. I liked the balance of info as related to the normally developing and the delayed child." Y.E. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked discussing oral motor for jaw facilitation. Thorough details in all areas." E.S. (Aug. 2024)
"Oral motor exercises were helpful as well as the infant massage." L.K. (Jul. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss the impacts that early difficulties with feeding/swallowing can go on to have with speech and language development. This course was easy to follow, the information was clear, and can easily be carried over to the clinical setting." K.C. (Jul. 2024)
"How all of feeding and speech development are integrated together was a helpful topic. Loved the massage demonstrations. I liked the videos of the therapy techniques to facilitate good oral movements, feeding, massage, and speech development. Photos of normal and abnormal facial structures of newborns were also helpful." J.A. (Jul. 2024)
"It was beneficial discussing the development of feeding, milestone development in the anatomy of the mouth and types of textures babies can have." H.B. (May. 2024)
"Feeding and oral motor development were beneficial topics. I liked the video examples of treatments." K.G. (May. 2024)
"All information was applicable and beneficial and I enjoyed the video demonstrations." N.A. (May. 2024)
"Spoon feeding, cup drinking, and CAS Information were beneficial. I liked the examples of therapeutic techniques." P.L. (May. 2024)
"How to appropriately use the chewy tubes was helpful. I enjoyed the hands-on examples." M.L. (Apr. 2024)
"The demonstrations were beneficial." S.G. (Apr. 2024)
"Things to watch for when assessing feeding was beneficial. Set a good foundation for early feeding." A.G. (Apr. 2024)
"Hands-on strategies and product recommendations were helpful. The content was very applicable to my work with the 0-3 population." B.H. (Mar. 2024)
"All topics and discussions were very beneficial, either as a review, validation of treatment, or new information for me. The references were very helpful. The course was very informative and comprehensive." D.I. (Mar. 2024)
"How to diagnose whether a child has a high palate was beneficial. I liked that I was able to watch course in sections as opposed to all at once." K.S. (Mar. 2024)
"All information was relevant in working in birth to 3. I liked the review of the development of oral structures." P.B. (Mar. 2024)
"The stages of development for feeding were beneficial. Good content and helpful." T.C. (Feb. 2024)
"The milestones for feeding and demonstrations/suggestions on how to use maroon spoons and various cups were helpful. I liked the clear layout of milestones and what to look for and then the time to "apply" with practicing what was reviewed." K.T. (Feb. 2024)
"Tongue tie and oral movement were helpful. I enjoyed all the strategies provided." J.H. (Jan. 2024)
"Overall review of development and feeding strategies will be beneficial in my daily practice with EI clients. I liked the ability to complete this on my own, and the tongue tie information." M.O. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing how to begin oral feeds with infants was beneficial. I liked all of the information the presenter shared, plus she demonstrated the use of specific items beneficial for intervention." H.M. (Jan. 2024)
"I loved all of the course, and I can use it for my own kids." K.L. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial discussion of vowel production. I enjoyed the demonstration video." S.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Ideas to facilitate good mouth development in infancy. The importance of preventative measures of prolonged speech/feeding." C.B. (Dec. 2023)
"It was helpful to discuss the areas to be aware of during feeding. Easy to follow course." K.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial overview of appropriate mouth and feeding development. I enjoyed the thorough discussion, pictures, and video practice exercises." H.L. (Dec. 2023)
"I found the entire course to be beneficial. I appreciated the information regarding typical mouth development. I see how my clients with severe speech sound disorders and feeding clients had disturbances in oral motor development. This course fits nicely into my treatment paradigms and philosophies. Integrating OT and PT perspectives and typical development norms." J.W. (Dec. 2023)
"Terrific review of development and intervention. I liked the intervention methods and tools." C.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Feeding milestones and tools for development were helpful. I liked the pictures of tools and visuals of stages." G.A. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial information regarding the importance of vowel production and suggestions to achieve better vowel production. The drooling management was helpful as well. I enjoyed the video presentation with the bite blocks/jaw closure tubes feeding/drinking techniques to use with infants and toddlers." A.R. (Nov. 2023)
"The different activities that can be done to support mouth development were most beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the demonstrations." A.A. (Nov. 2023)
"Clear communication and established therapy goals when working with children for feeding and speech purposes. Developmental information regarding feeding skills and food appropriate for different ages was beneficial." M.P. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the fact that I could go at my own pace. I also enjoyed the video presentation examples." L.D. (Nov. 2023)
"Understanding the tools that can be used early on for jaw development. I liked the pictures and videos, so I was able to visualize in real-time." T.K. (Oct. 2023)
"Various treatment strategies to improve jaw grading for speech and feeding. The interactive videos of how to perform treatment strategies were very helpful." R.A. (Oct. 2023)
"Much of this was new to me as applicable for children under two years of age as I've never worked with this age group, but have wanted to be able to do something early on in an effort to minimize or prevent later speech deficits." C.B. (Oct. 2023)
"The entire section about feeding was new to me and I will watch it again as there's so much I need to learn." K.T. (Oct. 2023)
"The presenter was incredible. Thank you, Diane! I liked the videos of the oral massage, and all the review of the normal development which is important for me to explain to parents in EI. I liked that I could log on when I had time." A.C. (Sep. 2023)
"I will use the feeding milestones. I liked the information regarding cup, spoon and straws." S.G. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the integration of facial and oral massage into jaw work and introduction of speech sounds." A.O. (Sep. 2023)
"The use of various therapy tools to target different areas of biting, chewing, speech and drinking were beneficial. I liked the activities to practice learned skills and knowledge." M.S. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked all of it. Learning how to help families prevent open mouth breathing in infants." H.G. (Sep. 2023)
"The Feeding and Jaw topics were helpful. Concise information and helpful pictures." T.B. (Aug. 2023)
"Very thorough course. Oral development relating to speech sounds was beneficial." C.F. (Aug. 2023)
"The presenter was highly knowledgeable and experienced in both research and clinical practices. Jaw grading necessary for eliciting a good swallow pattern was beneficial to discuss." E.N. (Aug. 2023)
"Recommendations for straw drinking, ways to achieve back molar chewing, and the information on jaw grading for vowels were beneficial. As an Early Intervention SLP, I feel that the information I learned in this seminar will be very beneficial to help our parents with children with feeding challenges. I particularly liked the focus on prevention of mouth problems before they begin by implementing strategies from infancy on." J.A. (Aug. 2023)
"The introduction of new ways to improve oral development in babies and toddlers was beneficial. I liked the strategies to improve oral development." E.D. (Aug. 2023)
"I thought the overview of infant feeding reflexes, as well as specific examples of cups, straws, and spoons to use were very helpful. I liked the practical ideas and images to guide future therapy sessions." H.G. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked all of the treatment strategies." B.M. (Jul. 2023)
"The reminders of oral development, how to work towards straw drinking, the association of jaw development to lingual movement, and how early to work on jaw development for chewing. The explanations were concrete, and the visuals and demonstrations complemented the explanations well." C.L. (Jul. 2023)
"Beneficial information on drooling and pacifier use, which I can share with parents. I liked the interactive video demos." S.F. (Jul. 2023)
"The use of materials to elicit vowel sounds and feeding development was beneficial. I liked the practical strategies. Also, the video demonstrations with the use of the tools." B.S. (Jul. 2023)
"Learning impact of postural stability on feeding. I liked the information about the different tools. I also really enjoyed the mouth model." A.S. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked that this course was Early Intervention based. Discriminative mouthing-teethers, starting at arms, shoulders, cheeks, lips, mouth vs. directly going for the mouth. Spoon feeding/straw drinking, pacing boards, longer vowels, and increase speech intelligibility." H.E. (Jun. 2023)
"Jaw work, straw drinking, and chewing were beneficial topics. This course had a lot of good information. I liked the demonstrations." K.R. (Jun. 2023)
"The oral-motor and feeding strategies really help with specific areas for the families that I am working with. I liked that this course was self-paced, and the slides were helpful." S.B. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the oral motor assessment of the infant. How to help mouth development from day 1." P.D. (Jun. 2023)
"This course was organized. The information was relevant and accurate. I liked the useful videos to illustrate oral massage and feeding intervention." L.H. (Jun. 2023)
"The hands-on practice! I liked that I could take notes on the handout provided and the content was discussed clearly." M.S. (May 2023)
"Very thorough. I liked the oral motor stimulation techniques." V.S. (May 2023)
"I found all the feeding assessment and treatment techniques very valuable. I appreciated all the references to use for further learning. This course was very well organized and very comprehensive." W.D. (May 2023)
"Great content! Jaw grading and learning how the body influences the mouth was beneficial." K.V. (May 2023)
"Working on vowels and ways to elicit vowel sounds was beneficial. I liked the presenter's style of teaching." B.D. (Apr. 2023)
"Infant oral development and feeding was beneficial. Good visuals, videos, and product recommendations." M.O. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the instruction within the videos; modeling using tools; feeding infants." A.G. (Mar. 2023)
"Excellent course. I liked all of the content." C.R. (Feb. 2023)
"Engaging how-to videos. I liked the jaw grading, straw drinking, feeding development." A.B. (Feb. 2023)
"Course was detailed. The topics about feeding and jaw grading were beneficial." L.L. (Feb. 2023)
"Interesting, functional, and applicable to practice as well as daily living. Mouth development, mgt of drooling, biting, etc. was beneficial." J.A. (Feb. 2023)
"Each section was of interest, and the video teaching was great. Comments and discussion on 'past' interventions were interesting. The topic of jaw height, movement, etc. was an area I had not received any training." S.R. (Feb. 2023)
"Detailed explanation with great examples." Y.G. (Feb. 2023)
"Good review of techniques and strategies. I liked the charts and sequence." M.B. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the specific treatment ideas. I've taken individual courses on feeding, myofunctional therapy, articulation, etc...It was nice to bring it all together from a speech and language point of view." S.B. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the introduction of solid foods, and the online format of course." J.A. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning proper feeding development. I liked the teaching strategies offered." S.R. (Dec. 2022)
"All content was good." S.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Very thorough and a lot of great information. Discussion of bottle, straw, cup drinking and different stages of food and chewing was beneficial." D.H. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the steps of introduction to each general stage of oral motor development with foods." E.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Very informative course and self-paced. Jaw exercises for pre-feeding and drooling management were helpful." S.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Direct explanation of how to implement therapy techniques. Very specific on the why and the how." M.V. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning appropriate use of mouth toys and activities. I liked the wide breadth of information. The instructor was clearly knowledgeable." L.R. (Nov. 2022)
"I found the jaw work and anatomical development norms to be very beneficial. I liked how the presenter gave you a detailed overview of typical development. I also loved the treatment approaches with each section addressed." J.M. (Nov. 2022)
"I found the entire course very informative! The presenter was very knowledgeable!" J.A. (Nov. 2022)
"How to introduce solids, straw drinking and open-cup drinking was very beneficial. I loved the content of this course." H.A. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the ability to watch on my own time and learn the interplay between mouth and hand development." H.W. (Nov. 2022)
"I found every topic to be beneficial. I liked learning how to provide jaw exercises and how to use bite blocks and teach vowels. I liked watching how the presenter modeled the facial massage and how to present cups and straws." V.N. (Nov. 2022)
"The feeding topics were the most beneficial for me." A.S. (Oct. 2022)
"All of the course was very useful. I liked so much how to teach baby to drink liquids and eat first solid food." R.P. (Oct. 2022)
"Loved it all! Practical, good review." R.W. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the feeding portion of the course." R.M. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the feeding section of the course and the flexibility of taking it." N.G. (Sept. 2022)
"I really enjoyed the videos of how to work with different tools such as chewy tubes and bite blocks for jaw grading. It was helpful to see how these would be implemented into therapy. I also liked how comprehensive it was and that it included not only oral motor information but how that related to sound development." F.G. (Aug. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." G.P. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the materials, the interactive exercises, and the visuals (pictures of babies faces, oral structures, etc)." T.M. (July 2022)
"The recommendations for tools to use in therapy were good. Liked the discussion of feeding milestones." M.N. (July 2022)
"The demonstrations were helpful." L.G. (July 2022)
"I liked the chewing and feeding activities and the way course was divided into sections." S.D. (June 2022)
"Lots of good examples and helpful images." V.M. (June 2022)
"Great therapy suggestions and demonstrations." H.M. (June 2022)
"Course was very helpful and can be applied to everyday practice." A.C. (May 2022)
"I liked the speech sound development, therapy techniques, review of anatomy, as well as all the practical applications." A.D. (May 2022)
"I liked the examples of recommended resources/tools and the how-to sections with Diane." S.H. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the section on feeding, and the concrete examples given by the presenter." E.F. (Apr. 2022)
"All the information she provided will be extremely beneficial! I liked her presentation manner, her visuals, and her hands on activities." E.C (Apr. 2022)
"The developmental norms and expectations were beneficial. I liked the demonstrations." M.F. (Mar. 2022)
"The content was easily understood - birth to 12 month feeding - good demonstrations." H.B. (Mar. 2022)
"Early mouth development, recommended activities for different ages and stages, review of reflexes. All very beneficial!" M.G. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked how she broke out the strategies and research by specific areas at a time, and all the video examples of how to complete the items discussed in the course." K.K. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the feeding developmental checklist. Very thorough information." A.D. (Feb. 2022)
"Comparisons of oral motor and development of speech and language was helpful. And I liked use of the typically developing case study." A.B. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the tools used for feeding and speech development and connection made between motor patterns for feeding and speech development." L.K. (Jan. 2022)
"I found the sections on oral massage and jaw work helpful to add into my feeding treatment sessions. I liked the videos and all the hands on practice." B.C. (Jan. 2022)
"I found the information about palate structure and how to help it to not narrow very interesting. I liked the hands on examples and eating experiences." H.B. (Jan. 2022)
"I found the jaw grading topic particularly interesting. I enjoyed learning about the bite blocks and closure tubes and how to use them to improve accurate vowel production. I thought the demonstrations were a great way to review the information discussed and to see hands-on how to implement in therapy." M.B. (Jan. 2022)
"The examples given were very helpful. I liked the resources shown to use in my therapy and demonstrations." A.P. (Dec. 2021)
"Learning more about the palate and importance of oral stimulation as babies was beneficial for my daily practice." L.P. (Dec. 2021)
"I love the specific strategies that Diane discussed. Very nice pace and very clearly described strategies." D.J. (Nov. 2021)
"The review of feeding and swallowing development, breastfeeding and palatal information was beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the demonstrations." M.G. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked everything, materials are evidence-based, presenter was good, well-organized presentation. One of the best on Northern Speech so far." E.L. (Oct. 2021)
"Feeding development and examples of foods and drinks to present at developmental stages. I liked the comprehensive oral/motor development and issues which may occur." T.D. (Oct. 2021)
"Everything was extremely beneficial I have been looking for a course to help other SLPs in our company approach infant to 2 years feeding and this was excellent. The details and the visual demonstrations - and the tools to do all of it with! SO helpful!! I also loved the association with Down Syndrome as I have my first set of twins with Down's and feel very confident in keeping them on track for their feeding development!" S.R. (Sept. 2021)
"It was so in depth and takes you all the way from birth to eating and speaking. Excellent course!" M.L. (Sept. 2021)
"I enjoyed learning about the topic of vowels the hand-mouth connection, particularly about mouth breathing, drooling, and tongue development. I also liked the in-depth discussion about speech development. After I gave birth to my second daughter, I wanted to learn more about breastfeeding and infant swallowing/feeding, so I bought Diane Bahr's book "Nobody Ever Told Me (or my Mother) That!" Such a fabulous book! So much wonderful information and helpful in so many ways. So when I found this online course, I was thrilled! Thank you, Diane Bahr, and thank you, Northern Speech Services." (Sept. 2021)
"Loved the idea of using different techniques to facilitate sound development. Also very interested to look more into the tongue thrust swallowing mentioned and programs to assist in this. The course was very thorough and well done. Great explanations and clinical applications." K.C. (Aug. 2021)
"The LabsMassage and jaw exercise techniques norms/expectations and remediation strategies are helpful for my daily practice. The course was clear, well organized, and clearly presented." R.S. (Aug. 2021)
"I am a retired SLP with a 27-month-old grand-daughter with feeding delays. She was born a couple of weeks early with Down Syndrome and is currently on a g-tube struggling with oral intake. All of the information is relevant to her development. I loved the entire course. Typical mouth development, problems that can occur when development is atypical, and ways to facilitate next step development, it is so interconnected. Speech sound production as it relates to jaw grading and stability." (Aug. 2021)
"It really helped to learn more about the structures and development of babies' mouths comparing typical to atypical, as well as, any milestone references. I have so many parents that ask what is "normal" for a baby and it really helps to have these charts and references that clearly mark out by months what baby should be able to do. I liked the video portions where Diane Bahr had us participate along with her using foods and tools." K.U. (Jul. 2021)
"The jaw work, eating, and drinking work with babies and toddlers was beneficial for my daily practice. I liked that the course was straight-forward and very informative--I love that she included visual demonstrations. S.T. (Jun. 2021)
"I loved everything! This course was very thorough, and all information was applicable for SLPs. I enjoyed how Dr. Bahr appealed to different learning styles, especially by including the demonstrations. If more courses are offered by Dr. Bahr, I will be signing up, and I will be telling my colleagues about this course!" K.M. (Jun. 2021)
"This was such a great course! So clearly presented and referenced. It was so helpful to have access to the post-test to really help me focus in details during the presentation. I really liked being able to complete this course online at my own pace so I could take time to really let the information sink in before moving on. For me it was a great review of development from other feeding courses I have taken in the past. I loved the clear examples and hands-on sections." A.P. (Jun. 2021)
"The presenter was very comprehensive. I appreciate that she demonstrated several oral motor exercises and tools to increase oral awareness and jaw strength. I liked the number of resources and examples of materials the presenter uses during her therapy sessions. I also loved the video demonstrations." A.C. (May 2021)
"I liked that it was specifically geared towards the under 3 population." J.L. (May 2021)
“I found the examples with children diagnosed with down syndrome to be very helpful. There are many cases of children with down syndrome in my practice, so now I feel better trained. I also enjoy her book that goes along with the course.” I.R. (Feb. 2021)
"The feeding portion of the course was most beneficial for me. I liked when she demonstrated techniques." K.A. (Feb. 2021)
"The entire course was filled with things I will be addressing in my practice…from feeding to speech. It was very comprehensive!" G.S. (Feb. 2021)
"All of the material was pertinent to my job and was able to take away many of the strategies to share with parents. I liked the video samples presented. I enjoyed all the strategies shared for treating children with swallowing difficulties that will improve their efficiency of swallow and speech skills." T.B. (Jan. 2021)
"I appreciated the discussion on feeding techniques and chart for what, when, and how to feed liquids and food to babies under 1 year." S.S. (Jan. 2021)
“I liked the convenience that I could complete at my own pace. It was AWESOME and full of a ton of great details. Very easy to understand and offered great ideas for therapy.” K.Z. (Jan. 2021)
Presenters: multiple expert presenters
This treatment-focused course presents perspectives on the evolution of dysphagia practice. Twelve expert clinicians in the field of speech-language pathology team up to discuss the history of dysphagia management, how evidence-based practice has evolved over the years, and what best practice looks like today. Course includes 2 hours related to ethics and speech-language pathology practice.... more+
"All very easy to follow/understand. I liked the ease of the course." S.J. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing esophageal dysphagia was helpful. I liked the self-pace." R.B. (May. 2024)
"I liked the variety of speakers." S.J. (May. 2024)
"Discussing dehydration and Head and Neck CA was beneficial. I liked getting great information that I can complete at my pace." D.S. (Apr. 2024)
"Treatment techniques for swallowing were helpful. I enjoyed the different speakers." L.C. (Mar. 2024)
"Section 12 was beneficial. I liked how comprehensive the course was." M.M. (Mar. 2024)
"This course was comprehensive. The review of anatomy/physiology was beneficial." K.A. (Feb. 2024)
"I enjoyed learning from the experts. The focus on overall health, including hydration, specific therapies, and pt perspectives, was beneficial." S.V. (Jan. 2024)
"Head and neck cancer section was most informative, new info for me! I enjoyed the variety of topics and speakers." C.O. (Jan. 2024)
"The portion on trachs was beneficial. I liked the review of overall dysphagia management." L.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing swallowing in Neurodegenerative diseases and improving patient adherence was helpful. I enjoyed the flexibility to start and stop." J.B. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the variety of topics. Aspiration Pneumonia section and the Modified Diets and Feeding Tubes section were beneficial." L.O. (Dec. 2023)
"Dehydration, respiration and swallow, and cognitive therapy were helpful topics. I liked that the presenters provided case studies and video so that we could see what they saw and understand the conclusions they reached." T.P. (Nov. 2023)
"All of this course was beneficial and interesting." A.P. (Nov. 2023)
"Loved the variety of subtopics, presenters, and short lectures put together for the whole course." J.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Every topic was pertinent to my work in LTC with info to implement in my tx programs immediately. Hydration and dysphagia in neurodegenerative diseases were beneficial topics." C.A. (Oct. 2023)
"Kathy's discussion on hydration management has been particularly helpful. Kathy did an excellent job discussing the physiological functions of water and identifying who is at risk. The hydration plan outlined helped provide some guidance on administering appropriate water intake for my patients, as it is quite common for some residents who don't achieve their water goals. I enjoyed the various topics discussed and how efficiently and effectively the information was discussed. Having the outlines beside me helped with note-taking, and the self-paced course allowed me to return and re-review information/points that may have been misunderstood or missed." A.P. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the variety of topics covered, the specialization of each topic, and depth of coverage. Hydration, modified diets and feeding tubes, behavioral management of esophageal dysphagia were all beneficial topics." J.T. (Sep. 2023)
"Learning newest research findings. I liked the range of information." L.L. (Sep. 2023)
"Discussion of family education and counseling was beneficial. I liked the varied course content." M.H. (Sep. 2023)
"This course provided an intensive exploration of multiple conditions impacting dysphagia." S.B. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked learning the importance of hydration and implementing social activities around tea, happy hour etc. I enjoyed the 1-2 hour modules, ability to go at my own pace, and pause the test." R.H. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the variety of information provided." J.C. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked how well organized the information was and how easy it was to go back into certain topics." M.W. (Jul. 2023)
"Information on the esophageal process was beneficial. I liked the clearly presented slides." L.G. (Jul. 2023)
"All of it was beneficial - directly relates to a good part of my caseload." P.M. (Jun. 2023)
"New and useful information about dysphagia management. I liked the comprehensive and clear presentations. Aspiration pneumonia, respiration-swallowing coordination, esophageal dysphagia, and managing trach and vent patients were all beneficial. I liked the flexibility that I can fit this course into my schedule." A.M. (May 2023)
"I liked all of the speakers experiences with dysphagia." M.S. (Apr. 2023)
"Core Area of Health in Section 6 was beneficial. I liked how course addresses focusing on Patient Self-Care & Self-Empowerment." L.J. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the session on Esophageal Dysphagia. A thorough review of both a medical perspective and involvement of respiration (lung volumes) relative to bolus clearance and LES opening." T.S. (Mar. 2023)
"The sections on esophageal dysphagia and respiratory and swallow relationships were beneficial. I liked that I could complete the course at my own pace." C.W. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked Jay Rosenbek’s session. And the thoroughness of this course." S.A. (Jan. 2023)
"Can't pick just one topic - all were beneficial. I liked Dr. Coyle's presentation on differentiation between dysphagia acquired pneumonia and other forms of pneumonia. And to be totally honest, 2.0 CEUs rolled up into one course! (THANK YOU!)" R.K. (Dec. 2022)
"I feel this course was well articulated by all speakers. A lot of examples were provided that were relevant to the topic and very informative. Great refresher on tracheostomy care and vent weaning protocols." L.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Treatment techniques were beneficial. I liked the different areas of expertise shared." L.P. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the multiple topics and the devices to manage sensory loss." Y.W. (Dec. 2022)
"The course was organized and detailed. I liked the section on head and neck cancer." C.G. (Dec. 2022)
"Aspiration, modified diets, oral motor activities were beneficial. Everything about neurology and new treatments were beneficial. I really loved the pediatric dysphagia area." A.P. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the variety and comprehensiveness of the dysphagia topics. All the presentations provided valuable & useful information, enhancing & updating present knowledge. The topic of Hydration Management was very appreciated, due to its relative importance & thorough details." M.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Excellent information. Pertinent to patient contact and therapy. The speakers are knowledgeable and know their content. I liked specifically the Head and Neck, Trach/Vent, and Hydration Management lectures." D.C. (Nov. 2022)
"Practical application." A.J. (Nov. 2022)
"Course was easy to follow and to understand. I liked the therapy on esophageal dysphagia. And how each treatment had its own section." S.H. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the information on how the esophagus is involved in swallowing." C.R. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked everything about this course." J.S. (Aug. 2022)
"The information regarding head and neck cancer and discussion about feeding tubes were beneficial." F.S. (Aug. 2022)
"The course covers different perspectives relating to dysphagia management." C.S. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the broad range of topics." C.D. (Aug. 2022)
"Multiple lecturers, multiple topics, felt like I was at a conference. Very good info for our daily practice." K.I. (July 2022)
"I liked the diversity in topics, especially the DIEZ therapy with Dr. Gross." B.C. (July 2022)
"Each topic/discussion in this course was very informative and beneficial. Since I am an acute care SLP, the information from the Modified Diets and Feeding Tubes course by Paula Sullivan will certainly be used in my daily practice. I really liked that this course covered a wide range of topics in dysphagia, and that these topics were presented by a variety of clinicians." L.C. (July 2022)
"I thought it was interesting that many of the patients that are diagnosed with aspiration pneumonia do not necessarily have dysphagia. I liked that course was broken up into sections with different professionals speaking on their expertise." E.C. (June 2022)
"I enjoyed the discussion on hydration. All topics were interesting." A.J. (June 2022)
"The esophageal swallow content was beneficial." I.D. (May 2022)
"I liked the session on hydration and Paula Sullivan's session on working with pt's and families to make feeding decisions." L.M. (May 2022)
"Dr. Coyle's lecture on aspiration pneumonia provided great information relevant to acute care practices. I liked the large number of speakers and variety of topics." H.H. (May 2022)
"Multiple, very qualified speakers with a wide area of expertise." E.C. (May 2022)
"The course was well organized. The head and neck, respiration, and hydration sections are most relevant to my practice." L.A. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the review of compensatory maneuvers and hydration principles. And the flexibility of taking the course online and on demand." R.G. (Jan. 2022)
"It covered a variety of topics and patient populations related to dysphagia, including hydration management." N.W. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked that there was a variety of aspects covered. I found most all of the content to be very beneficial as I work in skilled nursing facilities. I loved that there was a section in this presentation about the integrative approaches." L.D. (Dec. 2021)
"I loved the course on respiration and esophageal function. This was fascinating and makes me want to consider effects of respiration more carefully when assessing patients in acute care. I liked the content and flexibility of being able to work on it." M.T. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the variety of dysphagia topics and speakers." J.W. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked that the topics are broken down into sessions and the information is very detailed." F.P. (Dec. 2021)
"I feel more informed because of section 3 esophageal dysphagia. I'm increasingly seeing more patients with oropharyngeal and esophageal dysphagia. The course was in small chunks, easy to do little bits at a time as I had opportunities." D.O. (Nov. 2021)
"Adding cognitive treatment to facilitate carryover for dysphagia strategies will be beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the easy to follow and interesting topics/presenters." D.L. (Nov. 2021)
"I really enjoyed the session on hydration." M.D. (Sept. 2021)
"Segment on hydration, segment on increased patient compliance/adherence, treatment modalities/studies was very good." M.S. (Sept. 2021)
“There was something from every section that I found useful to my practice. I enjoyed listening to it and learning from it at my own pace and on my own time.” H.B. (Aug. 2021)
"All of it was beneficial! Fantastic course! It has so much valuable information!! One of the best courses!" B.C. (Jun. 2021)
"The course is flexible and can be completed around my busy schedule. I also liked that I can continue to access the materials from the course to reference as I need them. Swallowing treatment for people with neurodegenerative diseases will be beneficial for my daily practice." J.R. (Jun. 2021)
“The information about esophageal dysphagia and managing trach/vent patients was very helpful. I liked that the speakers have had lengthy careers, reviewed swallowing treatment history, and demonstrated how far our profession has come in dysphagia treatment.” R.R. (Jun. 2021)
"It was beneficial to go over esophageal dysphagia, as this is a topic that is discussed with our patients frequently." H.S. (May 2021)
"I felt that as a whole, the topics were relevant and helpful to my daily work. I thought the Kathy Panther presentation about hydration was excellent and thought provoking and I also felt the vents/trach presentation gave great information. I felt all of the presentations gave helpful, practical information that I can use in my work." G.S. (Apr. 2021)
“I learned a lot of things that I didn't know before. I wouldn’t think that neck cancer can be combined with dysphagia.” I.M. (Mar. 2021)
"I appreciated going over the topics on esophageal dysphagia, respiratory and swallow relationships, and how to assist older adults to prevent dehydration issues. I liked the handouts and the articles referenced throughout the course to refer to for more information." V.M. (Mar. 2021)
Presenter: Paula Leslie, PhD, FRCSLT, CCC-SLP
When striving for autonomy and the push for clinical beneficence clash, service providers need sound advice based on current best practice. This course will examine and discuss values, morals and professional codes related to a variety of challenging situations that occur in everyday practice. Participants will learn a comprehensive model of medical ethics and how this can be successfully applied to their practice.... more+
"Beneficial understanding of patients importance in decisions. I liked the pacing of the presentation." L.S. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the resources." B.P. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussing what is autonomy in ethical decision-making was helpful." N.W. (Jun. 2024)
"I really appreciated the first section discussing values, morals, and ethics. So important to clearly define especially when working in healthcare settings. I appreciated the presenters expansion on each slide- almost like she was having a professional conversation with each topic. The examples at the end were very helpful as well." M.H. (May. 2024)
"Discussing terminology was beneficial and I liked the examples." B.M. (May. 2024)
"Information on documentation was helpful. I enjoyed the specific examples given." L.H. (Apr. 2024)
"Ethics always comes up in our field, so this was helpful." R.C. (Apr. 2024)
"Discussing the res’ right to decide this care was beneficial." K.K. (Apr. 2024)
"The discussions about documentation were helpful since I supervise graduate students who do seem to struggle with wording, and this helps to give me some language to help provide backing for my suggested wording alternatives. I liked the length: Easy to register and complete from home." R.Z. (Mar. 2024)
"This course really gets to the core of implicit bias, ethics, and is incredibly relevant, relatable, and applicable to SLP profession. It is so powerful to understand how our bias really can harm our patients if not understood and addressed appropriately. It’s wonderful to see our profession moving away from "do it my way or else" and focus on providing the correct tools to our patients to participate and drive their own outcomes." C.K. (Feb. 2024)
"Looking into why the patient may not be motivated through discussion to gain their perspective, as well as diet recommendations and nonmaleficence - I need to always follow up with the dietician consult. Course was well done with a great rate of speech, examples, and resources." J.H. (Jan. 2024)
"Beneficial review of the ethics process and pt motivation including strategies to increase pt motivation." T.M. (Jan. 2024)
"The discussion on recommendations for diet levels was beneficial. I thought the speaker was excellent and very engaging." K.B. (Jan. 2024)
"I am a school-based SLP and appreciated the review of strategies for reading/interpreting and integrating research study results into my current practice. I appreciated the emphasis on considering patient and family perspectives as we present our evaluation results and recommendations, and emphasize the family's role in the team implementation of the treatment plan. Thank you for this course!" L.R. (Jan. 2024)
"There were many areas of importance that were addressed such as in-depth discussion of values, morals, and ethics as it relates to professional decisions and the culture and values of the patient and the family. When professionals have questions about patient care, they should refer to publications and research in the area of ethics (ASHA; APTA; AOTA)." A.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Dr. Leslie's presentation was excellent. She presented very complex information in a clear and organized manner." A.B. (Dec. 2023)
"I found this course helpful and could directly apply what I learned to my work in an acute medical setting." J.N. (Dec. 2023)
"Ways to deal with patients who seem uncooperative. I liked the knowledge and how it was shared by the presenter." L.H. (Dec. 2023)
"The presenter was engaging. Distinctions among values, morals, and ethics." R.W. (Dec. 2023)
"The 4 pillars of medical ethics and the review of ASHA's code of ethics were beneficial topics." W.G. (Oct. 2023)
"Clear, concise presentation. I liked the case study applications." L.S. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked exploring the individual ethics questions and range of options. The presenter was straightforward and maintained my interest." T.R. (Sep. 2023)
"The definitions of values, morals, and ethics was beneficial. I liked the case studies." M.C. (Sep. 2023)
"The discussion on cores of medical ethics was helpful." H.W. (Sep. 2023)
"Documentation suggestions were beneficial. I liked the personal bias section and presenter's stories." G.F. (Aug. 2023)
"Learning how best to document sessions with clients. Lovely to listen to this speaker." T.O. (Aug. 2023)
"The topics of Bias and Patient Autonomy were helpful. I liked the discussion that treatment interventions should not be top-down dictated by SLP, rather options should always be explored between pt/caregiver and SLP." J.M. (Aug. 2023)
"I was extremely impressed and grateful about the fact that the patient's input was a large focus of this presentation. I really appreciated the thorough manner in which this information was explained." M.K. (Aug. 2023)
"Excellent. I liked the speaker's style, rate of presentation and handouts." J.Z. (Aug. 2023)
"Importance of elaborating on teach-back to support clinical decision-making was beneficial. I liked that the course covered ethics criteria." A.D. (Jul. 2023)
"Talking about how to document properly was beneficial." A.M. (Jul. 2023)
"This serious material was presented in a kind, even-handed manner." J.A. (Jul. 2023)
"I found it helpful to sort out the differences between values, morals and ethics. I agree that it is necessary to understand that you have biases and need to understand when and how they may impact your treatment delivery." S.P. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of autonomy, beneficence, justice, and maleficence. The suggestion to consider use of these terms in documentation was interesting. I need the practice to do that accurately and effectively." S.P. (Jul. 2023)
"Discussing the distinction between values, morals, and ethics was beneficial." M.G. (Jun. 2023)
"I really liked the specific definition of terms. I thought this course was concise, relevant, and to the point." A.J. (Jun. 2023)
"The topic on unmotivated patients was beneficial. I liked the video presentation and appropriate handouts." K.M. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of bias." C.S. (Jun. 2023)
"Autonomy discussion was beneficial. I liked the presentation of relevant cases." N.H. (May 2023)
"Discussion of documentation and its importance! I liked the specific examples." M.C. (Mar. 2023)
"This course had detailed explanations and examples. I liked the practical application, critical thinking, decision making, and metacognitive aspect of learning." L.M. (Mar. 2023)
"This helped me reframe some of the language I use in documentation, especially eliminating "appeared to be" altogether and only reporting on actions and statements. Ex. I might typically say, "patient appeared agitated as evidenced by throwing a book across the room," and instead, just state what happened, "patient threw a book across the room and spoke in an elevated volume." I liked the digestible concepts." K.D. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked that this course discussed some specific scenarios and what to do/say." B.D. (Mar. 2023)
"Direct and concise course. Defining the difference between values, ethics, and morals and highlighting personal bias was beneficial." A.Z. (Mar. 2023)
"The presenter used realistic and reliable examples. I liked learning about personal bias." L.W. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the clarity of information and discussion of personal bias." E.G. (Feb. 2023)
"Course was a nice and brief review of what ethics is. The “how” of clinical notes was a very good reminder." C.M. (Feb. 2023)
"Easy to follow slides and clear definitions of values, morals, and ethics. I liked the examples given of patient's beliefs and values that might be different from SLP's." N.O. (Feb. 2023)
"Mention of use of existing patient preferences in decision making. Inclusion of general scope of practices." L.L. (Feb. 2023)
"Clear and concise content. Learning about bias was helpful." R.M. (Feb. 2023)
"Understanding that it's imperative to understand the role of ethics, morals and values while treating the patient as a whole, and providing evidence based intervention, while respecting patient wishes and practicing justice in the system. Liked that I can go at my own pace and not feel rushed with the test!" A.E. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the review of Values, Morals and the subsets of Code of Ethics. And the examples given." D.L. (Jan. 2023)
"I deal with these issues discussed often. I liked the ease of taking this course from home." S.K. (Jan. 2023)
"Thorough course. Ethical presentations always bring up scenarios for a clinician that are thought provoking." K.W. (Dec. 2022)
"Speaker was knowledgeable and easy to listen to. Understanding the patient perspective." M.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Short, to the point, good information. Discussing noncompliance with the patient was beneficial. I liked the opportunity to be thoughtful about these issues. I am grateful to the speaker for the research she had to do to put this course together." M.G. (Dec. 2022)
"Emphasizing the importance of listening to patients, and "meeting them where they are". I liked the discussion of personal bias, and how that can affect one's perception of an individual." S.F. (Dec. 2022)
"This whole course was a nice refresher on ethics. I liked the ease of access of the course." C.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Real-life clinical scenarios - liked the discussion of autonomy, non-maleficence, justice." S.A. (Dec. 2022)
"Very detailed and thorough course. I liked the discussion of patient autonomy and beneficence." C.G. (Dec. 2022)
"I found it interesting the discussion of personal values and biases and the need to recognize those in my own practice." B.D. (Nov. 2022)
"I enjoyed the discussion regarding personal bias, as well as the presenter's illustration of ethical issues through case studies. Easy to follow and good use of examples." K.B. (Nov. 2022)
"The course was easy to listen to." M.D. (Nov. 2022)
"Good overview of ethical issues." H.B. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the examples of ethical decision-making and the information on Medical Ethics. The presenter used inflection, maintained the flow of the presentation, and gave personal examples." L.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Broad and specific examples." S.M. (Nov. 2022)
"This was a good review of medical ethics. I enjoyed the instructor's personal experience, examples and case studies." A.O. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the convenience and cost." J.G. (Oct. 2022)
"I would recommend this course." M.L. (Oct. 2022)
"The definitions and differentiation of values, morals, and ethics were good topics. The course was clear and concise." H.K. (Sept. 2022)
"This class was great! Navigating how ethics can influence choices in treatment - it is not something that was available to me as a practicing clinician. I really enjoyed the content and the way the instructor presented it." K.C. (Sept. 2022)
"Presenter was clear and natural in her presentation." I.K. (Aug. 2022)
"Liked the concise nature. Good overall coverage of the topic." D.R. (Aug. 2022)
"The slides were clear and helpful. Liked hearing about Justice and how other disciplines describe specifics in this - i.e., PT, OT." M.S. (Aug. 2022)
"The importance of patient autonomy - I always enjoy Paula Leslie's presentations - she is such a good presenter." J.S. (July 2022)
"Direct and informative. The discussion on values was interesting." J.G. (July 2022)
"Specific examples of beneficence and how to avoid harm by lack of action. Good case examples, along with the use of not just ASHA, but also AOTA and APTA codes of ethics and Medical Ethics." K.C (July 2022)
"Liked the skilled nursing dilemmas in swallowing. Use of experience in teaching." K.C (July 2022)
"Dr. Leslie was very easy to listen to. Very clear in her explanations." J.G (July 2022)
"I liked the discussion regarding unmotivated clients, and values and personal bias. Clear information and good examples to make you think and evaluate your own personal biases and values." T.K. (June 2022)
"I liked the discussion of values vs morals vs ethics, and the conversational nature of the course with many examples." L.A. (June 2022)
"I liked discussion on medical ethics. The course was concise and easy to apply to daily practice." J.C. (June 2022)
"I enjoyed the real-life examples of ethical dilemmas that allowed the listener to go through critical thinking of how different situations may be best resolved. I enjoyed the interdisciplinary content in this course looking at the ethics in several organizations (e.g., ASHA, AOTA)." J.C. (June 2022)
"The course was straightforward and clear." L.G. (June 2022)
"Clear and easy to follow with reasonable/relatable examples." M.B. (June 2022)
"The presenter offered information in a clear manner. The handout and resources were helpful." D.G. (June 2022)
"This course helped to remind me that our code of ethics is not there to hurt us or scare us but to help and support us. We can refer to it when we have questions or concerns and it can defend or justify our course of action in treating our patients." A.H. (May 2022)
"I liked that course discussed real life situations, and that it was self-paced." R.R. (May 2022)
"I liked the order of the issues. The presenter was nice and thorough and efficient." A.A. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the clear definitions and strong presentation of ethics as well as the examples provided for the clinical settings with values and bias." W.M. (Apr. 2022)
"The complex interaction between our own clinical and personal biases, general principles of ethics, and professional ethical codes were good. I liked the simple definitions of ethics vs. morals vs. values. Also liked the cases studies - MORE!" C.J. (Apr. 2022)
"It was beneficial understanding the difference between values, morals and bias in relationship to working with clients who may come with differing beliefs or culture. Dr. Leslie speaks very clearly and concisely, making her very easy to listen to. Her wealth of knowledge and love of our profession was also very apparent. I liked everything about the course." J.N. (Mar. 2022)
“I enjoyed the speakers clear, well-paced, style of presentation.” D.B. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the case scenarios that she presented and how she worked through what her role was." S.B. (Jan. 2022)
"I loved the presenter. She had a very nice way of explaining the content." C.C. (Jan. 2022)
"Great info and course was easy to navigate." C.M. (Jan. 2022)
"Considering what my values and bias might be and how I will need to consider how it effects my treatment and treatment plan considerations based on the client and family needs." S.B. (Jan. 2022)
"The entire presentation was clearly explained." C.R. (Jan. 2022)
"Understanding personal bias and how it impacts decision making regarding service delivery." S.S. (Dec. 2021)
"The discussion about the 4 principles. Helps you understand how to respond appropriately to various patients." B.P. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the personal perspectives and examples provided by the presenter." C.B. (Dec. 2021)
"The sections focused on values versus morals and the personal bias portions will benefit my daily practice. I also was encouraged what she had to say about keeping accurate records." H.M. (Nov. 2021)
"The course was an excellent review and reminder and it was easy to access." M.K. (Oct. 2021)
"The documentation of education for patients provided and how to word it was helpful." C.M. (Oct. 2021)
"The entire course was useful. I liked the flexibility - ability to complete course at my own pace." E.N. (Sept. 2021)
"The presenters presentation was well paced, informative, and easy to understand." B.K. (Sept. 2021)
Presenter: Paula Leslie, PhD, FRCSLT, CCC-SLP
This course will help to fill the information void on ethical decision making when working with the adult population. Participants will learn a comprehensive model of medical ethics and how this can be combined with evidence-based practice to better manage complex cases.... more+
"The information on judging research papers was beneficial. The course was easy to follow." A.M. (Aug. 2024)
"Understanding the roles of the family and patient in the process of best practices was helpful. I liked the pacing of the course." L.S. (Aug. 2024)
"It was beneficial discussing the different areas of Evidence Based Practice. I enjoyed listening to the speaker and I also liked the case example at the end." E.M. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussing clinical decision-making was helpful. I liked the clarity and organization with which the course was offered." Z.C. (Aug. 2024)
"Patient perspective is important to healthcare since they bring a unique understanding of the illness. Helpful information on the slides, easy to understand." M.H. (Aug. 2024)
"The general overview of ethics and the complexity of evidence-based practice was beneficial. The course was well-rounded in the information delivered and illustrated through relevant clinical examples." C.F. (Aug. 2024)
"How to discern the integrity/strength of a research paper was helpful. Effective outline with direct, to the point presentation." S.C. (Aug. 2024)
"Seedhouse grid was interesting, and I did not know about it. The presenter provided good examples." M.C. (Aug. 2024)
"Learning about the different types of studies and the benefits of each. I also enjoyed learning about how ethical research applies directly to clinical practice." M.C. (Aug. 2024)
"Considering patient culture and beliefs as factors that affect whether a patient will use recommendations or techniques at home. Got straight to the point, easy to understand. Good summary about understanding research." A.K. (Jul. 2024)
"I appreciated Seedhouse's ethical framework as it is a more ecological perspective on ethics that applies to daily shared decision-making in clinical care. I liked the presentation style of the presenter and the relevance of the content. The presenter weaved clinical and academic experience to create a rich perspective on the course content." J.J. (Jun. 2024)
"Evidence-based practice information was helpful. The instructor used examples and gave clear, applicable information." J.G. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the three model circle: Informed Clinical expertise, Informed patient preference, and Best Evidence." M.W. (Jun. 2024)
"Incorporating client/caregivers perspectives was beneficial. I liked how simple the information was to understand." L.H. (Jun. 2024)
"The Seedhouse ethics chart was beneficial." M.H. (Jun. 2024)
"Beneficial review of prongs of evidence-based practice. Clear, concise, and well-paced course." B.M. (Jun. 2024)
"Communication breakdown was a helpful topic. I liked that this course was available online." A.F. (May. 2024)
"The research methods were beneficial, and I liked the outline of the course." A.J. (May. 2024)
"Clinician and patient/caregiver communication was helpful. I liked the explanation of terms and real-world experiences being used as examples." E.W. (May. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss what evidence-based practice actually is. Organized presentation." L.H. (Apr. 2024)
"Listening to the patient and family’s perspective was a helpful topic. I also liked the topic about culture and pain." K.K. (Apr. 2024)
"Respecting patient's viewpoints was beneficial." S.Y. (Mar. 2024)
"Beneficial discussion in regard to ethical decision making. I liked the strategic way in which information was presented." R.I. (Mar. 2024)
"The Seedhouse Grid was the most beneficial to my daily practice. What I liked best about this course was the review of ASHA's Code of Ethics Principle I, paragraph i." L.A. (Feb. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss the fact that religion of the client may interfere with prognosis." S.D. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked the discussion on patient perspective and planning for best POC." L.S. (Feb. 2024)
"The true meaning of evidence-based practice. The course was well structured and easy to follow." E.F. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing the seed house grid was beneficial. The presenter was clear and concise." R.H. (Feb. 2024)
"This course was clear, well explained, with examples. Listening to families' knowledge of the client, as well as your expertise/experience, and always expanding and growing in your field of knowledge." E.T. (Jan. 2024)
"Literacy and sensory feeding were helpful to discuss. The course was convenient." M.F. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked that the examples were based on real-life scenarios we would encounter. The review of how to read literature was beneficial." M.C. (Jan. 2024)
"The instructor was fantastic. She was very insightful and gave excellent examples of how this information directly related to how I can better serve my patients and understand research." T.G. (Jan. 2024)
"Ethics is interesting, and it gives a broader picture to me." L.M. (Jan. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss keeping patient preference and perspective as part of Ethical decision-making. I liked the pace." J.B. (Jan. 2024)
"The discussion regarding patient autonomy was beneficial. Patient first considerations." A.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Importance of patient/family perspective to make a shared decision. Bringing in clinical examples." E.S. (Dec. 2023)
"The explanation of grading evidence was beneficial. Discussions of the three points of evidence-based, not just data." S.F. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of EBP and consideration of patient/family/cultural values and preferences." K.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing patient participation in their care was helpful. I enjoyed the topic itself." M.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I found the seedhouse grid to be the most beneficial. I liked that the course was easy to use and was full of very helpful information." D.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Research judgment criteria was a beneficial topic." D.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the explanation of bias in research. The course was clear and concise." J.A. (Dec. 2023)
"The patient perspective combined with evidence-based practices was helpful. The presenter seemed very knowledgeable and passionate, providing additional resources." M.K. (Dec. 2023)
"A new perspective for me. I liked the discussion on eminence vs. evidence-based." L.G. (Dec. 2023)
"This information was all very helpful." C.O. (Dec. 2023)
"The graphic centering respect, needs, and autonomy was beneficial. I liked the self-pacing." R.D. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the ease of access to this course." A.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the patient perspective and the ability to repeat sections to increase understanding." M.J. (Nov. 2023)
"It was beneficial learning more about the importance of patient opinion." M.L. (Nov. 2023)
"All of this course was beneficial. It provided me with the knowledge needed in my career as an SLP." S.L. (Nov. 2023)
"I enjoyed the discussion of evidence-based practice and more focus on patient input." C.C. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the speaker. And discussion of the appropriate use of research." T.C. (Nov. 2023)
"Understanding the importance of reading research to be continually informed. I enjoyed the speaker's delivery as she maintained a pleasant pace." G.L. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked this presenter and ease of understanding the material. And the all-around reminder of the importance of the family and caregivers to our therapy." L.B. (Nov. 2023)
"I enjoyed the accompanying resources in this course." D.J. (Nov. 2023)
"Reviewing ethical guidelines was beneficial." V.W. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing the three components of Evidence-Based Practice was beneficial." M.P. (Oct. 2023)
"The importance of listening to the patient and the family in that they bring broader information about the patient to the clinical situation. I liked the manner in which the course explored and addressed ethics with regard to the application of research to treatment and therapeutic plans and ethical implications." A.B. (Oct. 2023)
"I appreciated how a review of the literature and deciding what is important was discussed. Calm and consistent presentation of ideas." E.S. (Oct. 2023)
"The speaker was very easy to listen to. The cultural aspects of ethics are very important. Listening more to the caregiver's perspectives." V.F. (Oct. 2023)
"This course was very detailed and structured. Learning about medical ethics in general as it pertains to our field was beneficial." A.R. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the patient-specific information. And the ability to go back and re-listen." M.C. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the holistic approach and patient perspective." J.L. (Oct. 2023)
"Understanding the patient's perspective and analysis of best research components was very beneficial. I particularly liked the factual and clearly stated information as the content was presented." M.K. (Sep. 2023)
"I loved the speaker! She spoke so clearly and the presentation was well organized. Considering the patient’s cultural differences when making a clinical decision was a beneficial topic." K.M. (Sep. 2023)
"This course was efficient and concise. Learning what defines our clinical expertise was helpful. I enjoyed the Seedhouse Grid and found it very applicable to the decision-making process." E.R. (Sep. 2023)
"Course was clear and easy to follow. I liked the case example." K.L. (Sep. 2023)
"Very easy to access, informative and easy to follow. Even though I work in education now, I found that many of the topics involved in ethical decision making are relevant to my field. Especially considering patient perspective, and that disagreement from the patient is okay. Non compliance from a clinician is a possibility." C.K. (Sep. 2023)
"The presenter was clear with good examples. The analysis of the patient's wishes based on understanding their personal perspective was beneficial." M.K. (Sep. 2023)
"Clear explanations of Ethics and application to real life circumstances. I was able to take the course at a convenient time in my work day and at a convenient pace." B.B. (Sep. 2023)
"Learning how to approach conversations with patients and families. Course was convenient." J.Z. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the information on statistical analysis of research. This course was a good introduction to ethics for SLPs." H.W. (Sep. 2023)
"I now have a better understanding for the pt and family viewpoint. And the need to understand pt's cultural background and its influence on treatment." J.M. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of Seedhouse Grid and the specific details relating to interpreting data in studies." A.P. (Aug. 2023)
"Beneficial discussion of Evidence-Based Practice. I liked looking at the Seedhouse Grid model." A.S. (Aug. 2023)
"Applicable to my practice. Evidence-based content." L.B. (Aug. 2023)
"Straight to the point of evidence based vs. patient values/beliefs." N.W. (Jul. 2023)
"Viewing the patients perspective in decision-making. I liked the handout." L.M. (Jul. 2023)
"Research-based evidence. I liked the information about the patient perspective." K.W. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the Seedhouse Grid. Easy to follow the topic(s) discussed." J.M. (Jun. 2023)
"Discussing options with families was a beneficial topic." K.M. (Jun. 2023)
"All of it was beneficial! I liked that presenter broke it down in terms I could understand and I liked the book references she gave." J.D. (Jun. 2023)
"Evidence-based practice. I liked the case study presented at the end." K.B. (May 2023)
"Clear, concise, and good presentation. All content beneficial." K.G. (May 2023)
"I liked how the presenter explained what real EBP is and the correlation between Informed Clinical Expertise, Informed Patient Preferences, and Best Evidence. And really listening to patient perspectives." J.B. (May 2023)
"Good summary of ethics information. I liked the presenter." K.K. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the presenter and discussion of daily ethical practice." R.N. (Apr. 2023)
"Evidence-based research for sound patient care. Easy to understand course and apply the information shared." L.J. (Mar. 2023)
"Taking all aspects of a situation into consideration and looking from various viewpoints was beneficial. I liked the specific examples in this course." M.C. (Mar. 2023)
"Considering the patient perspective and evidence-based rationale for therapy. I liked the speaker's rate of speech and how she broke down each section. Course length was also ideal." L.L. (Mar. 2023)
"Ways to involve pt and families in clinical decisions. Speaker spoke very clearly." B.W. (Mar. 2023)
"This course was clear. Considering patient's perspective about care was beneficial." R.M. (Feb. 2023)
"Great course with clear examples. Evidence-based practice and learning more about the patient and family perspective." A.G. (Feb. 2023)
"Analyzing different types of research studies. Liked the ease of presentation and test-taking." A.M. (Feb. 2023)
"Interesting topic. Taking time to understand patient/family perspective." P.B. (Feb. 2023)
"This course got to the point. How to apply research to clinical practice." D.T. (Feb. 2023)
"The presentation was relevant and informative. Patient considerations when offering therapy options." L.F. (Feb. 2023)
"This course was easy to understand and follow along. It was beneficial to always keep in mind that we need to consider the patient's perspective and always keep open communication with our patients." M.K. (Feb. 2023)
"Informative and easy to listen to. I liked the Seedhouse grid." S.K. (Feb. 2023)
"I work in a hospital and we tackle ethical issues every day. I liked the ease of taking this course from home." S.K. (Jan. 2023)
"Review of importance of client perspectives. I liked the pace of presentation and sense of 'discussion' in method." P.L. (Jan. 2023)
"Course was clear with easy to follow handout. Respecting not only what the patient wants but the reason and understanding behind it." L.S. (Jan. 2023)
"I thought the whole presentation was helpful. Liked that I was able to watch it over a period of time." C.W. (Jan. 2023)
"Good speaker. I enjoyed the discussion about being informed vs being an expert." A.S. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the patient examples." J.L. (Jan. 2023)
"In depth information about EBP and using critical thinking to make the best clinical decision for my pts. I liked the visual of the Seedhouse Grid." S.P. (Jan. 2023)
"Well organized with digestible amounts of information. I liked the levels of literature hierarchy in addition to the description of nuances to which we should attend; emphasis on patients as having unique experiences; and values that must be held as paramount without abandoning either of the other EPB tenets." A.J. (Dec. 2022)
"Lots of great information." K.Y. (Dec. 2022)
"This course provided great insight on the importance of considering the family/caregiver perspective. It was good to review the ASHA Code of Ethics." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"This course shows how to read and research articles and evaluate their strength. Course was clearly laid out. The presenter had a pleasant voice." D.V. (Dec. 2022)
"Communication with patient/family to identify their current understanding and perspective. The information was well organized and examples illustrated points clearly." K.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I will apply specific examples of patient perspectives as considerations in my daily practice. I enjoyed the specific examples of patient perspectives." S.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Looking closely at what the research is stating. Valid points about research and studies." K.M. (Dec. 2022)
"This was an interesting topic which was food for thought. It was great to hear about the ethical and moral part of speech and language therapy." S.F. (Dec. 2022)
"The differentiation between clinical expertise and INFORMED clinical expertise. Dr. Leslie presents quite well and provided excellent advice as I read research articles." C.B. (Dec. 2022)
"The grading of evidence from highest to lowest was beneficial. Course was to the point." J.B. (Dec. 2022)
"The remarks on considering pt's perspective at all times, the author's view about compliance, and the role of the SLP in finding the ways to negotiate information was very helpful. Course was presented in a very down to earth way." D.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Course was well organized and added to my knowledge." E.M. (Dec. 2022)
"This course is very organized." S.W. (Dec. 2022)
"The course provided organized, practical information. Considering patient wishes, preferences, and uniqueness in decision making." J.J. (Dec. 2022)
"The entire course was a nice refresher on ethics." C.B. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the Seedhouse Grid. The information was clear and thorough." S.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the clarity and ease of information presented." K.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Easy to follow and easy to apply." B.S. (Dec. 2022)
"This course had a good discussion of frameworks and case studies. Speaker related the research to everyday clinical practice." L.D. (Dec. 2022)
"Ethics can be complicated/confusing at times, but this speaker kept the information shared fairly simple, which made it easier to understand." L.K. (Dec. 2022)
"Focused on patient and family desires which was good. Good review of aspects to consider for maintaining an ethical practice." C.O. (Dec. 2022)
"The reminder was good to consider all of the following: external evidence, clinical expertise, and patient's values and beliefs." A.R. (Dec. 2022)
"The discussion about autonomy and multicultural considerations was clear, concise, and useful." L.G. (Nov. 2022)
"The presenter had an excellent rate of speech, clear vocal quality, great examples, and a simplicity to her slides." E.D. (Nov. 2022)
"The presenter was knowledgeable and provided refreshing perspective to evidence-based practice with informed patient/family as well as clinician expertise and best practice information." C.L. (Nov. 2022)
"The flow of the content and knowledge of the presenter were good." D.C. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the presentation style of the speaker." H.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Comprehensive, easy to understand, and to the point." J.D. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked that it discussed several important ideas to consider when making clinical decisions with patients, and it encouraged broader perspective taking on the part of the clinician." N.M. (Nov. 2022)
"The speaker was knowledgeable and clear." K.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Great content." D.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Nice, understandable explanation of the evidence-based practice. It was very well organized and clear. As the presenter noted, being clear can be the difference in understanding information or not. I will definitely take the next section of this course." S.P. (Nov. 2022)
"It was easy to follow and made ethical considerations seem more straightforward." S.C. (Nov. 2022)
"Explicit instructions of evidence-based research were most beneficial. I enjoyed the speaker's PowerPoint and real examples." A.N. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the different examples." S.K. (Nov. 2022)
"The Seedhouse Grid model brought up some interesting points about patient-centered care." M.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Clear concise explanation of several complex concepts." L.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Tips about how to read studies with a critical/intelligent eye were beneficial." N.C. (Nov. 2022)
"Reviewing how to judge research papers was good." M.P. (Nov. 2022)
"All of it was beneficial for my daily practice." A.E. (Nov. 2022)
"I thought the discussion about the perspective of the client and how the clinician should understand what they are going through during the situation was beneficial. I liked the examples presented by the presenter." S.S. (Oct. 2022)
"Review of ethical decision making and the importance of considering cultural background in decision making will be beneficial to my daily practice. I liked the format." J.P. (Oct. 2022)
"I like the convenience and cost." J.G. (Oct. 2022)
"I enjoyed Dr. Leslie's clear communication and that the info is relevant to my practice." S.C. (Oct. 2022)
"I like the instructor's 3 overlapping areas to make up Evidenced Based Practice and her description of their intervention." K.F. (Oct. 2022)
"The organization of the content was easy to follow and helped me understand the topic better." T.M. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the suggestions on how to evaluate research papers and articles. The course was clear and applicable." R.W. (Oct. 2022)
"This helped me to feel more confident moving forward in my practice." J.B. (Oct. 2022)
"The discussion of what goes into good peer review was beneficial." K.K. (Oct. 2022)
"How talking a comprehensive view of our clinical expertise married with patient values and best evidence fulfills our obligation as speech-language pathologists to provide beneficial care." H.M. (Sept. 2022)
"I like the healthcare aspect." A.M. (Sept. 2022)
"I like the topic of considerations of Patient's or Family's Understanding or view of illness or situation." P.L. (Sept. 2022)
"The course was very well organized and the content was presented in a clear manner." M.D. (Sept. 2022)
"I like listening to the concerns and input from the children on our caseload and their families. The course was organized and easy to follow." K.M. (Sept. 2022)
"I found the review of research method and statistics helpful for when I’m reviewing papers. I also found the speaker engaging and easy to understand." K.B. (Aug. 2022)
"The course had good organization." E.W. (Aug. 2022)
"Speaker was very organized and knowledgeable." J.K. (Aug. 2022)
"I enjoyed reviewing the code of ethics portion and refreshers on ethical research based articles. The powerpoint visuals were helpful." B.J. (Aug. 2022)
"The course was easy to follow and understand. Liked discussion of different ways to take your clinical recommendation with what the patient/family expects and work together to come to an agreement." B.H. (Aug. 2022)
"Detailed and easy to understand." K.R. (Aug. 2022)
"It was easy to understand. Good discussion of respect among cultures and practices." E.E. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked that it was relatable to my work." A.N. (July 2022)
"Reminder of patient’s unique perspective is important. And it is a good reminder that just because I have been practicing for 20 years doesn’t mean I provide evidence based practice techniques." M.R. (July 2022)
"It was easy to listen to, relevant and clear goals." E.N. (July 2022)
"I enjoyed the section where it provided an example of a clinical situation as to when listening and understanding a family's cultural beliefs will go against medical recommendations by a clinician. Liked the organization and smoothness of the course." A.T. (July 2022)
"Enjoyed the course and the objectives." C.Y. (July 2022)
"The course instructor brilliantly delivered valuable information in an astounding approach." D.M. (July 2022)
"This was a good general review of ethics. The presenter was very good." L.P. (July 2022)
"The informed clinical rationales and informed patient family decision making was good." L.M. (June 2022)
"I like the ability to watch it on my own time." C.A. (June 2022)
"I like the clarity of the presentation" A.C. (June 2022)
"I like the relationship between informed clinical expertise, informed patient knowledge and evidence-based practice." T.K. (June 2022)
"Learning skills to find the most useful research was beneficial. The discussion about statistics was easy to understand." Q.F. (June 2022)
"I liked the general reminders regarding ethical practice. Course was easy to access." L.A. (June 2022)
"Discussing bias and patient background was helpful. The course was very thorough." A.C. (May 2022)
"I enjoyed learning about the different types of research and the strength of each one. I also thought that the Seedhouse Grid was helpful to consider with patient treatment. The case study at the end was helpful as well. The presenter was excellent. She covered larger concepts about ethics and research but also on a specific level with patients and their families. She explained very well, and also had a very pleasant speaking voice!" K.B. (May 2022)
"I enjoyed how this course really intertwined the importance of patient preference and input. The flexibility to work at my own pace was nice." R.P. (May 2022)
"I found value in the broadening of evidence-based practice to incorporate not only pertinent published research but also taking into account the families perspectives/needs as well as my own clinical experience. The teaching and outcomes were clear. The pace of presentation was also helpful." P.P. (May 2022)
"Clearly defined EBP and the course was well organized." W.R. (May 2022)
"Appreciated the deep dive into patient / family wishes which can play a part in decision making. I liked the speaker - she was thorough." T.V. (Apr. 2022)
"I enjoyed the discussion of differing models used, as pertains to EBP and decision-making. Very insightful." V.B. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the clear rate of speech and use of prosodic features of the presenter – and learning to become more sensitive to the patient perspective in clinical decision making." E.T. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the emphasis on patient autonomy and informed patient/caregiver decision-making. Information was provided in a relatable, palatable way." S.F. (Mar. 2022)
"I appreciated that both handouts and the test questions were made available as it helped me to focus on what was most important." P.C. (Mar. 2022)
"It was easy to follow and gave valuable information." E.R. (Mar. 2022)
"Great course! Most beneficial - reminding me to more intentionally help families participate in decision-making. Very well organized, clear and comprehensive." D.E. (Mar. 2022)
"Very well organized, much information that is useful to assist in reading research papers." J.J. (Feb. 2022)
"I think the end of the presentation reminded me that I need to consider the patient/client/student input and make decisions with them, not for them. I think the presenter was very thorough in her points." A.B. (Feb. 2022)
"I enjoyed the information related to what to look for and be careful of when reading papers/articles." B.M. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the thoroughness over each topic and relevance to my current employment. It was a very good course." J.S. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked hearing SLP issues in the medical field." F.F. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the speaker's voice and clarity of information. I also like learning one hour at a time." M.M. (Dec. 2021)
"It was a well organized presentation." H.L. (Dec. 2021)
"I thought the review of analyzing research and clinical articles was beneficial. Remembering to go to the original source when reading a clinical article is crucial as information can be misinterpreted and affect practice. The course was presented in a clear, structured manner. It was not too basic." L.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the Seedhouse Grid Model as a way to consider all factors when making informed clinical decisions." K.A. (Dec. 2021)
"The speaker was clear and easy to listen to. She provided good examples to clarify her points." M.C. (Nov. 2021)
"Good reminder to consider the patient and their family members' perspective and considerations." L.S. (Nov. 2021)
"The considerations of family wishes, family background, and family preferences as part of the decision making process was beneficial for my daily practice." C.S. (Nov. 2021)
"That evidence based practice involves a combination of informed clinical expertise, informed patient preference, and best evidence. I like how the author broke down the highest grading of evidence to the lowest grading of evidence when it comes to evidence based practices. This visual was a great way to easily confirm if the research is supported by solid evidence." K.H. (Nov. 2021)
"I found the discussion on evidence based practice the most beneficial to my daily practice. I thought the presenter did a good job clearly describing what she was talking about." R.R. (Nov. 2021)
"It is an easier and cost effective way to continue my education and helps me keep up with new and current practices in my field." D.E. (Nov. 2021)
"I thought the summary of ways to read research was a good refresher. I also enjoyed the inclusion of the patient preference information." K.R. (Nov. 2021)
"I appreciated hearing about the discussion on communication breakdown. All SLP's work with individuals young or old. Communication repair is a part of our role as speech clinicians. Listening to or reminding ourselves about breakdown triggers is very helpful for our line of work. Although the presenter used examples about patients from various medical settings, an SLP could apply her examples to almost any setting." A.A. (Oct. 2021)
"Understanding which research articles to use to guide my practice was important. I liked how easy it was to access." M.K. (Oct. 2021)
"I was enlightened to learn the difference between Eminence based practice and Evidence based practice. The instructor defined and clarified the basics and used appropriate visuals to illustrate." A.H. (Oct. 2021)
"Evidence Based Practice uses a combination of research evidence, informed clinical expertise, and informed patient wishes." M.H. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked that the course related to direct patient care to improve ethical decision making as an SLP." S.L. (Oct. 2021)
"The informed decision making by both the patient and the practitioner was beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the flow and ability to stop and start the course as needed." C.M. (Sept. 2021)
"I liked that the course was short and the speaker had good examples." K.S. (Sept. 2021)
"Reviewing evidence based practice and how it impacts our clients was beneficial. The pace of the course and it being easy to understand was good." A.K. (Sept. 2021)
"The information regarding types of studies and judgement criteria for research will help my daily practice. The discussion of importance of patient perspective as a part of evidence-based practice was very good." C.M. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked that the importance of the patient was stressed within the video." J.D. (Aug. 2021)
"Ethical healthcare from ASHA's code of ethics is beneficial for my practice. I liked that I could take it on my own free time." C.W. (Aug. 2021)
"Being more aware of listening to pt/caregiver perspective will help my daily practice." C.B. (Aug. 2021)
"Review of various research types was good. The presenter was very knowledgeable, simple explanations, good time duration." M.G. (Aug. 2021)
"Listening to the patient's perspective and knowledge of their situation will help my daily practice. The ease of taking the course at home was nice." L.K. (Aug. 2021)
"Presented clearly with easy to follow power point that aligned with verbal explanation." B.N. (Aug. 2021)
Presenters: Donna Edwards, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S & Paula Leslie, PhD, FRCSLT, CCC-SLP
This course will help to fill the information void on ethical decision making in the pediatric setting. Participants will learn how ethical healthcare is based on evidence-based practice which requires patient and family input and respect of their values. This approach can be successfully applied to practice in order to better manage complex pediatric cases. ... more+
"The Seedhouse Grid was beneficial. Helpful definitions of values, morals and ethics. The case studies were helpful, and I liked that I could take the course based on my availability." R.S. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked discussing ways to decide if a research paper is valid and applicable to my client. A variety of resources/visual images to help think about the various components of ethical decision-making." C.L. (Jul. 2024)
"The communication piece from her previous training that the quality of communication affects the patients POV, regardless of outcome, if it went 'right or wrong' was beneficial. I liked the review of Evidence-Based Practice in Ethics." A.G. (Jul. 2024)
"I enjoyed the discussion on respecting patient values and expectations. Great recording and case study examples given." K.D. (Jul. 2024)
"The Seedhouse grid model was an interesting way to look at patient consideration and ethical considerations. I liked the focus on client perspective." M.R. (Jul. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss cultural and personal issues that may influence implementing my recommendations. Presentation of information was clear and direct." A.C. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the explanation of ethics, morals, and values." L.M. (Jun. 2024)
"Comprehensive definition of evidence-based practice. I enjoyed Paula Leslie's manner of presentation." S.H. (May. 2024)
"I liked the easy flow of the course and evidence-based practice." C.G. (May. 2024)
"The Seedhouse Grid for health Ethics is a valuable tool. The course was well organized and the presenters made the topics of Values, Morals and Ethics relevant with examples and specific cases." S.G. (Apr. 2024)
"Seedhouse Grid was a beneficial topic. I enjoyed the ease of following along." J.W. (Apr. 2024)
"I found the Seedhouse Grid to be a very interesting visual that very clearly depicts how we must compartmentalize so many different aspects when making clinical decisions. I enjoyed that there was a downloadable powerpoint to follow along with." A.R. (Mar. 2024)
"The explanation of the three components of evidence-based practice was helpful. I really enjoyed the Thalidomide concept about research's impact." A.I. (Mar. 2024)
"The topic of family decision making was beneficial. I liked the ease of understanding." K.C. (Feb. 2024)
"I loved the parts about personal biases - it was a good reminder." M.B. (Jan. 2024)
"The Seedhouse Grid was a beneficial topic. I liked the accessibility of the course." L.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing the ASHA code of ethics was helpful. Examples of ethical problems with cases." L.V. (Dec. 2023)
"Working with families more intentionally was a helpful topic." M.Z. (Dec. 2023)
"Client perspective was beneficial. I liked the way the course was broken down." A.C. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed the case studies." A.R. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the description of what an informed clinical expert is. Well-organized information and well presented." A.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Examples offered of how our values, morals and social constructs impact our daily lives and can impact our clinical decision making." A.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Keeping personal bias out of therapy and the need to be flexible. Listen to your patients." S.N. (Dec. 2023)
"Beneficial discussion on personal religious beliefs affecting interactions with patients." E.G. (Nov. 2023)
"This course covered a broad range of topics. Discussed the effect of communication on a patient's perspective and clinician biases." L.L. (Nov. 2023)
"The importance of acknowledging/accepting the client/family's perspectives." J.W. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the patient perspective and personal bias discussion. Nice charts and bullet points." L.H. (Nov. 2023)
"All content was relevant to my daily practice." S.P. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing ethics vs. morals. vs. values was beneficial." J.D. (Nov. 2023)
"The definition of values, morals, and ethics pertaining to clinical settings was helpful." P.R. (Nov. 2023)
"The importance of the patient and family perspective. The presenters were very easy to understand." L.J. (Oct. 2023)
"Real life application of ethics on patient examples." C.F. (Oct. 2023)
"A good reminder to take parent perspectives into consideration when they are rejecting recommendations. Well outlined topic." B.N. (Oct. 2023)
"I found the case examples and explanations to be the most helpful. I liked the analysis of the research articles that were presented." A.B. (Sep. 2023)
"Brief, concise, and covered important topics. I liked the case studies." L.L. (Sep. 2023)
"The issue of compliance and whether or not to continue treatment was beneficial to discuss. Good examples and I liked the graphics which I thought were good representations of ideas." B.D. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the provision of distinctions regarding values, morals, and ethics. The definition of Evidence-Based Practice using 3 concentric circles and the suggestion regarding continuing education in related fields was beneficial." K.M. (Aug. 2023)
"I felt everything that was addressed in this course was important. The patient or caregiver perspective is so important. I liked the overall review of the importance of ethics." J.L. (Jul. 2023)
"The presenters kept my attention, and the content was thought-provoking and informative. The discussion around patient and clinician personal bias was beneficial." K.R. (Jul. 2023)
"Understanding the perspective of the client and using both clinical expertise and client values to make clinical decisions. I liked the examples regarding patient care." L.M. (Jul. 2023)
"Engaging presenters and examples. I liked the intro about morals and values." K.U. (May 2023)
"Informative course. I liked the emphasis on consideration of the patient's point of view in addition to evidence-based practice. I liked the specific cases discussed." L.C. (May 2023)
"Clear, simple presentation. The ethical grid was beneficial." N.F. (May 2023)
"I really enjoyed the case studies. I liked the layout of this course a lot." K.Y. (Apr. 2023)
"The importance of the patient/family perspective in decision-making was beneficial. I liked the 2 charts provided, and stressing the importance of talking with patient/family to determine why they do not want to follow therapy recommendations, and the thought re: clinician noncompliance." L.M. (Apr. 2023)
"Good case studies and discussed variables that impact my decisions." A.F. (Apr. 2023)
"The presenters were informed and used personal experiences to illustrate their points. Review of research articles was beneficial." E.O. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked and appreciated thinking about ethics in our field from a broader conceptual base. This course frames concepts around ethical decision making. And thinking about evidence-based as including clinical expertise, research, and patient perspective." R.J. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked all the content." R.J. (Mar. 2023)
"Discussion of internal bias was beneficial. I liked the course length." A.P. (Mar. 2023)
"Good review of ethics and our roles as SLPs. Good examples to incorporate ethical considerations and apply information appropriately." W.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Brief course, but helpful." S.R. (Feb. 2023)
"Covered specific and important information." J.D. (Jan. 2023)
"Evidence based practice. I liked how seamless and informative this course was." K.W. (Jan. 2023)
"Course covered the application of research interpretation. And evidence based practice as it uses research evidence, the best available evidence, clinical expertise, and the patient's preferences." J.P. (Jan. 2023)
"Consideration of families. Course dipped into related fields." E.J. (Jan. 2023)
"Patient perspective. The different subtopics and discussions were beneficial." M.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Liked how in-depth the course is. I liked the seedgrid and discussion on religion. The case studies were beneficial in helping me feel more confident in what decisions I would make." S.S. (Dec. 2022)
"The importance of the patient/family perspective and clearly communicating on this was very beneficial, especially related to cases I have right now. I liked that I could take course on my own time and stop and take extra notes." K.A. (Dec. 2022)
"Course was concrete and clear. It gave me a complete understanding of the best way to be critical when facing an ethical question. It’s important to be aware of our own bias when treating clients considering the cultural diversity that we, clinicians, face during our daily practice." A.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Being reminded of caregiver stress was very helpful. Good information and easy to follow along." K.H. (Dec. 2022)
"I thought the information was presented in an organized and clear manner. The specific breakdown of values, morals, and ethics was presented in a clear manner and helped to reinforce how and why to take these into consideration when working with patients and families. I also very much appreciated the case study related to pediatric dysphagia, as I work with pediatric feeding and swallowing and have encountered similar scenarios while working with families." L.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Evidence based practice information. Excellent slides." J.W. (Dec. 2022)
"Grading of evidence with EBP and discussion regarding differences between values, morals and ethics was beneficial. I liked the importance of communication and an understanding of the patient/caregiver perspective." D.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the discussion about personal bias and the recognition that there is therapist noncompliance." L.W. (Dec. 2022)
"Case study examples were beneficial." E.G. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the ethical situations presented in the case study and the powerpoint." J.F. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the case studies looking at a scenario and discussing the possible options. Course was relatively short and easy to follow along." D.S. (Nov. 2022)
"The seedhouse grid was quite good. The examples of specific situations and the issues were well presented." J.O. (Nov. 2022)
"The reminder that we all come with our own individual beliefs and bias, including families, and we have to respect that. A lot of good food for thought." N.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Clear Instruction." A.J. (Nov. 2022)
"Considering all the factors behind a family's belief in therapeutic services was good to learn. I liked the presenter's real-world examples." E.J. (Nov. 2022)
"Helpful handouts for the course." M.G. (Nov. 2022)
"Course content and delivery were good." A.G. (Nov. 2022)
"The discussion regarding differences between values, ethics, and morals and grading of evidence were beneficial." T.R. (Nov. 2022)
"The presenter of this topic provided information on both sides of clinical approach and research." P.G. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked learning about Seed Grid, learning at my own pace, and the ability to re-test." A.G. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the case studies and the format." B.C. (Oct. 2022)
"Linking ethics to evidence-based practice was beneficial." L.T. (Oct. 2022)
"I found reviewing the Code of Ethics was most beneficial to me. I liked the examples provided and how you would provide them to the ethics of ASHA." S.S. (Oct. 2022)
"The presentation was engaging and on point with direct information needed." I.F. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the discussion regarding evidence based practice and the informed clinical expert." M.M. (Oct. 2022)
"Practical real-life examples, including speech and medical field." K.L. (Oct. 2022)
"I appreciated how evidence-based practice was defined with 3 components." A.M. (Sept. 2022)
"The course is easy to understand and apply to best practice." A.P. (Sept. 2022)
"Learning the 3 components of evidence-based practice was helpful. I liked the handouts. The discussion was easy to follow and add notes from the talking points." T.H. (Sept. 2022)
"I like how it defined the differences between morals, values, and ethics." K.B. (Sept. 2022)
"The topic of working to take into account the family's perspective and how that is influenced by what is going on in their lives was beneficial." S.V. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked that it was easy to understand and was informative." A.C. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the case study examples." G.N. (Sept. 2022)
"The information on the differences and interactions between ethics, values and morals was beneficial for my practice." C.S. (Sept. 2022)
"The topic of morals verses ethics is always interesting to me." J.P. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the examples. The print outs are handy and will be easy to reference later." D.M. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the importance of better understanding the caregivers' perspectives in different situations and the importance of effective communication." K.T. (Aug. 2022)
"The Seedhouse grid is an interesting framework that I had not previously heard of." A.W. (Aug. 2022)
"Good reminder to use evidence based research to incorporate into clinical decision making. I liked the flexibility to view course on my own time." L.C. (Aug. 2022)
"The Seedhouse grid was helpful for guiding decision making. I enjoyed the information about evidence and clinical decision making." L.K. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the diagram indicating the three aspects of evidence based practice. I liked that I could watch this course at any time." C.G. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked that it talked about more than evidence based practice." N.T. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the topic of how research is valuable and that we have to also think about clinical judgment and patient values." A.K. (Aug. 2022)
"The course is self-paced and easy to follow along with." I.T. (Aug. 2022)
"The speakers were engaging." M.S. (Aug. 2022)
"I appreciated the well-organized and effective collaboration between the presenters regarding a critically important topic." A.M. (Aug. 2022)
"The emphasis on communication with parents and family members, in order to determine families' values and stressors and how those influence plans of care, struck me as important. I liked the individual case studies and sets of choices." J.M. (July 2022)
"I enjoyed the graphics that helped visually explain how to make ethical decisions within this field. I liked that it was self-paced and included visuals." E.R. (July 2022)
"I like the inclusion of case presentations to reinforce the importance of decision making." S.D. (July 2022)
"Very applicable to everyday patient care." R.J. (June 2022)
"I found the discussion of the importance of understanding and respecting the views of patients and their families most beneficial. I liked the Venn Diagram showing the intersection of: best available evidence; informed clinical expertise; and patient’s values and expectations." S.C. (June 2022)
"Learning the importance of balancing the professional's and the patient's/family's perspectives, and discussing differences between values, morals, and ethics were all helpful." C.R. (June 2022)
"I liked the individual case studies and how to navigate those ethically. It was a nice refresher on ethical practices." L.W. (June 2022)
"The idea of taking into consideration the cultural, economic, and individual perspectives of the family before imposing own judgements about compliance to treatment - course was easy to access." J.H. (June 2022)
"I enjoyed learning about the Seedhouse grid and reviewing EBP." L.H. (May 2022)
"Discussing values, morals, and ethical considerations were very relevant to practicing as a clinician. The case studies were relevant to the outline of the course." C.R. (May 2022)
"Keeping the family's unique perspective of the problem/illness in consideration when therapy becomes difficult will be beneficial to my practice. The presentation was thoughtfully communicated." K.H. (May 2022)
"The topic of values, ethics and morals and leaving our bias at the door was beneficial. I liked being able to review information and the pace of the information presented was good." R.G. (Apr. 2022)
"Ethics in real situations – the course was informative and appropriate in length." S.R. (Apr. 2022)
"Stressed the importance of patient perspective." J.H. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the review of best practice with real-life examples, and the discussion about how caregiver/family circumstances affect how much information they can receive and how they will receive it." C.B. (Mar. 2022)
"How personal bias affects clinical practice was beneficial. I liked the ease of access to the course." H.P. (Feb 2022)
"I appreciated the thought-provoking examples to prompt me to approach some clinical situations a little differently now. I really enjoyed Dr. Leslie's real-life examples and connections she offered." G.T. (Jan. 2022)
"Listening to and understanding a patient and family's point of view and working as a team toward a common goal. I liked the breakdown of the different types of research." C.S. (Jan. 2022)
"The importance of open communication. Course was easy to connect with and to follow." J.S (Jan. 2022)
"The need to consider level of families' stress and understanding. Being aware that a family agreeing readily and going along does not always mean they have good understanding of the situation." K.L. (Jan. 2022)
"It was brief, to the point with clear explanations, good graphics and good clinical examples." K.L. (Jan. 2022)
"The Grid by David Seedhouse will be especially helpful training student clinicians to develop their decision-making process." J.B. (Dec. 2021)
"I really appreciated how it was mentioned that informed experts listen. Informed experts allow their own views to be challenged. That is what I see as growth in practicing in the field. I also appreciated how the presenters mentioned that crisis has an affect on understanding. That helps me remember to place myself in my clients'/students' (as well as family's) perspective and to be aware of my own values and not let that get in the way of what is best for them. I appreciated the visuals, which helped me understand much better." E.T. (Dec. 2021)
"This course was well organized and engaging." A.V. (Dec. 2021)
"The area of respecting and trying to understand patient's beliefs regarding treatment and diagnosis was beneficial for my daily practice." E.C. (Nov. 2021)
"The importance of being mindful of the different morals and values that families may hold was beneficial for my daily practice. I liked that it touched upon important issues that relate to ethics in assessment and treatment of patients." P.H. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked that I could listen to the course over two days time. Reloading the test so that I learned which answers I still needed to know after taking the test." T.K. (Nov. 2021)
"The content of the course was food for thought to reflect on personal biases and clinical decision making. I liked the discussion on Values, Morals and ethics." L.M. (Oct. 2021)
"The course has a good pace of instruction." M.C. (Oct. 2021)
"All of the information was very important to support good clinical decisions. The case studies were interesting and thought provoking." K.C. (Oct. 2021)
"I enjoyed the points made regarding knowing how much information to share and when to share it with patients/clients." N.C. (Sept. 2021)
"The case studies that were presented, followed by the different scenarios regarding clinical judgment and decision making were the most beneficial. The case studies were the most helpful and the best part of this course." L.A. (Sept. 2021)
"The case studies explaining morals, values, and ethics were beneficial. I liked the examples provided." A.H. (Aug. 2021)
"Evidence based practice includes the research/evidence, individual clinical experience and the patient needs/wishes." R.C. (Aug. 2021)
"All topics were well described. I feel that the information was clear and to the point. Furthermore, it is applicable in all clinical settings. I liked the examples of case studies that were given as they gave me a clear perspective of what the problem was and the possible ways to solve the problem." S.M. (Aug. 2021)
"The course was a good reminder to keep your personal values to yourself and watch for unconscious bias." L.B. (Aug. 2021)
Presenter: Ana Paula Mumy, SLPD, CCC-SLP
This course is an introduction to telepractice – how to get started, what is required from both the professional and the client, the pros and cons of telepractice, as well as other considerations to make telepractice a viable and successful medium for speech-language assessment and treatment.... more+
"Materials, both digital and downloaded ones, and how to make them interactive via the online platform you will use were beneficial to discuss. I enjoyed the visuals." T.P. (Jul. 2024)
"Nice explanation of telehealth practices and good examples provided. I liked the info on how to be prepared to do telehealth." A.H. (Jul. 2024)
"Servicing clients from other states was a helpful topic." A.J. (Jun. 2024)
"The examples of therapy materials were beneficial, and I liked the course's convenience." T.G. (Jun. 2024)
"Loved that there were recommendations with explanations and demos on actual treatment ideas for teletherapy. Treatment ideas paired with explanations of how to carry it out, where to find the resource, and ways to use it." C.B. (Apr. 2024)
"Pros and cons, general info about licensure in the US and abroad were beneficial topics. Slides were well done, and therapy materials were excellent." M.S. (Jan. 2024)
"I began telepractice when working in the school system, so to see it from a private practice point of view (especially how to obtain clients) was beneficial. I loved the ideas for sessions, as well as the examples of how to expand your reach to clients beyond where you live." J.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the pros and cons of telepractice as I consider making the switch. The information was clearly laid out, direct, and to the point." E.M. (Oct. 2023)
"This course was interesting and clear. I liked the examples of treatment strategies, websites, and ways to organize telepractice files and information." R.I. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning how telepractice can be effectively delivered. This course oriented me as to how I might start to use telepractice." R.R. (Jul. 2023)
"Getting-started equipment required for provider and client. Pros and Cons. The presentation followed the course description." B.B. (Jul. 2023)
"Beneficial information concerning the pros and cons of telepractice. I liked the presenter's conclusions." R.F. (Jun. 2023)
"Very useful information about teletherapy. This course was easy to understand." E.B. (Mar. 2023)
"Pros and Cons discussion was helpful. I liked the information about marketing the business with specific examples." T.H. (Mar. 2023)
"Practical course. How to use therapy materials online." A.M. (Jan. 2023)
"Materials to use. Liked the speaker's closing remarks about the ability to reach so many people all from one location." L.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the examples of Tx materials. Information regarding governing boards and licensing was beneficial." F.C. (Dec. 2022)
"Quality online tools and therapy ideas." R.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Practical information and advice. I enjoyed the presenter's calm and measured style." H.H. (Oct. 2022)
"The speaker was easy to listen to and was concise." M.K. (Oct. 2022)
"Course provided me a place to start with regard to transitioning to teletherapy. I liked all the content." D.S. (Oct. 2022)
"Practical and useful information. The topic of being certified in the state that the client is located in was important." K.W. (Oct. 2022)
"I loved the creative examples of how to present materials, and also the ideas of things that the adult facilitator can have ready to make the session a success." D.B. (Oct. 2022)
"Good general introduction for those considering telepractice." R.W. (Sept. 2022)
"Therapy tools and how to implement them in the telehealth session." W.H. (Sept. 2022)
"It was a quick and detailed overview with great ideas." O.S. (July 2022)
"I liked the license discussion and the section on pro's and con's." E.Q. (July 2022)
"I would recommend this course." K.S. (July 2022)
"I liked the pros and cons section of the benefits of telepractice. The course is easy to do and easy to complete!" K.B. (May 2022)
"The section concerning materials for telepractice was beneficial." C.C. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the strategies discussed to increase engagement, ease of use, quality content, and fast pace of the course." M.D. (Apr. 2022)
"All of the very specific requirements and equipment needs was very beneficial. The comprehensiveness of the material presented will make it very useful if I decide to start doing telepractice." M.B. (Mar. 2022)
"The course content was well spoken and clear." J.M. (Feb. 2022)
"Great information on pros and cons of telepractice. I liked the treatment ideas." T.W. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the insight provided for guidance and considerations of telepractice. All topics very relevant." J.R. (Dec. 2021)
"The information on licensing, facilitator, and reimbursement was beneficial. The presenter spoke on many subjects including materials for use." M.A. (Dec. 2021)
"Presenter was knowledgeable and thorough in covering all aspects of telepractice." J.T. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the examples of digitizing materials and resources, how to use them in practice, and the considerations for marketing services/expertise." J.G. (Oct. 2021)
"Comprehensive yet concise information and visual examples – the pros and cons of becoming a telepractice SLP was beneficial to hear." M.C. (Oct. 2021)
"It was very practical and forward flowing. I liked the therapy ideas for telepractice." S.A. (Oct. 2021)
"The convenience of the service to hard to serve areas, types of therapy that can be conducted, parameters to provide appropriate services was beneficial for my daily practice." D.F. (Oct. 2021)
"Licensing, training facilitators, and international service provision as well as non-compete and conflict of interest requirements were helpful for my daily practice. The course was efficient and flowed well." R.L. (Jul. 2021)
“The apps and activity material you can access to provide adequate services to your patients was helpful!” M.S. (Jun. 2021)
“The presenter was engaging, giving the learner pertinent information & therapy tools as well as discussing the pros & cons of starting your own practice & potential things that can go wrong during assessments & therapy.” A.P. (Apr. 2021)
“This was a simple and straightforward presentation.” P.R. (Mar. 2021)
“I enjoyed the examples and activities addressing each area. V.C.(Mar. 2021)
“I'm not intending to do telepractice outside of the remote learning resulting from the pandemic, so information about providing services through private practice or a company was not essential. It was certainly informative if my situation changes. The most helpful information dealt with ways to create therapy materials to be used digitally. The presenter was clear and thorough and spoke in a way that was easy to follow. Her materials were well organized, and her suggestions for additional resources were quite helpful.” S.L. (Feb. 2021)
“I enjoyed the tips on how to build/grow your caseload/clientele. The suggestions on where to find materials and the various technical aspects to consider (troubleshooting, platform choices with features, and technical/clinical support) were helpful. A good general overview of an alternative method of service delivery for our current pandemic and future post-pandemic world.” J.B. (Feb. 2021)
"The therapy ideas were excellent!!! Fabulous presenter with great teletherapy ideas and materials!" R.H. (Jan. 2021)
"How she used therapy materials online was very helpful. I appreciate her providing websites to access materials also. She had a very clear way of presenting the information and the slides were helpful. I also liked all of the practical information. She was very thorough." K.H. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Paul Fogle, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course will help SLPs and other rehabilitation specialists learn important counseling skills for working with clients/patients and their families during challenging interactions. Learn counseling skills that are particularly helpful with individuals who stutter or have cognitive-linguistic impairments related to stroke and TBI.... more+
"The discussion of therapist burnout was helpful. The presentation was clear and concise." A.E. (May. 2024)
"Dos/don'ts when talking about certain areas to patients--what not to say/imply and how to keep the "counseling" ethical. I liked the ease of learning and the wonderful information presented." D.G. (Apr. 2024)
"I really enjoyed learning how I can support people through difficult conversations. I liked learning about ways to support those in a difficult situation." E.M. (Nov. 2023)
"Excellent topic. Very clear and easy to understand." M.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Stuttering counseling was a beneficial topic. I liked the thoroughness of the material and presentation." C.R. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the counseling techniques and methods for active listening. And learning how our own emotional needs can be supported." K.L. (Mar. 2023)
"Oh my goodness, this was a course full of information. It made me feel as though I am not alone in the questioning of one's self in terms of therapy, some insecurities a therapist may feel. Speaker addressed these things while focusing on the client/patient. So beneficial!" E.W. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked that he spoke on behalf of the client and clinician when speaking about counseling and life and stress etc. Enjoyed going over specific skills of questioning and guidance and what to say and what not to say. It instills confidence since we as clinicians are always self-evaluating in order to do and be our best." E.W. (Dec. 2022)
"All of it was beneficial." A.D. (Dec. 2022)
"I would highly recommend this course." K.G. (Nov. 2022)
"The speaker was focused and organized. I enjoyed the discussion of counseling." E.O. (May 2022)
"This course gave specific techniques to improve my counseling skills. It was very functional, and in an area I think is lacking in SLP training." K.K. (May 2022)
"Organized and concise. I liked the counseling information, professional boundaries, and approaches discussed." D.Z. (Feb. 2022)
"Going over the tools and defense mechanism, as well as explicitly stated do's and dont's were most helpful. I liked that it was a true structured course and not fluff. I felt truly intellectually stimulated by the content and felt like I actually learned something useful." C.P. (Dec. 2021)
"This covered a part of SLP therapy that I had never studied." E.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the focus on ourselves as clinicians at the end. Rarely have I had a CEU course that highlighted how to take care of ourselves and it was really refreshing." K.W. (Dec. 2021)
"Good examples of the language to use when interacting with patients." K.W. (Dec. 2021)
"Very useful information relating to professional ethics. Content was easy to follow." S.C. (Dec. 2021)
"The information was outstanding, and it was also presented in such a way that it was easy to follow. Love the examples in particular...really helpful." J.N. (Dec. 2021)
"I particularly enjoyed learning about the specifics of the memory process such as the difference between short and long term memory. I also was intrigued to find out what is actually happening in the brain when learning is taking place." C.H. (Nov. 2021)
"I really appreciated the clarity with which the information was explained and how diagrams, pictures, and graphs were used to supplement the verbal explanations." C.H. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the presenter's caring tone, and of course, I appreciated him sharing his clinical & counseling expertise. Also, I liked that the course was easy to complete from home." J.D. (Oct. 2021)
"Specific language to utilize to address challenges with patient's without moving outside of scope of practice. The course was framed to address a variety of disorders, settings, and patient populations." C.H. (Oct. 2021)
"I appreciate ALL of the examples of wording that is most helpful to the patient and their family in various situations. As well as the reminders of wording that is not helpful, or is patronizing, condescending, offensive, and minimizing. I did not expect it to have the short section on therapist burn-out and self-care. This was a great bonus to the course." P.D. (Sept. 2021)
"Had a personal dynamic to what we do - dealing with people and everything that comes with that. Speaker's voice and tone was very pleasant. Covered a wide range of interesting topics related to counseling." S.J. (Sept. 2021)
"Much good advice – using silence to encourage pt communication, deescalating an angry patient/family member, positioning myself and the pt safely in the room, counter questioning, suicide information, concern for myself to prevent burnout. It was thorough and sequential." J.K. (Aug. 2021)
"The section about how to deal with an angry client and/or family member was beneficial for my daily practice. I liked that I could take it at my own pace and re-listen to sections several times if I needed to." A.R. (Jul. 2021)
"I liked the different counseling approaches with example dialogues. Course provided a thorough background of different counseling philosophies and their application to Speech-Language therapy." A.C. (Jun. 2021)
"This course taught me that, as an SLP, it is appropriate to counsel patients! It's important to be empathic while remaining professional. It's important to take time to really listen to patients & families and help them through the significant life event they are facing. Also, I liked the reminder that it is important to care for yourself in order to provide better care to patients and prevent burnout." J.D. (Apr. 2021)
"The presentation was very well organized and thorough, and the presenter was a caring and clear communicator." L.K. (Mar. 2021)
"Material was spot on. Just what I needed!" B.B. (Feb. 2021)
"I liked the specific counseling tools and the information about burn out. I will be applying these concepts to supervising clinical fellows. Information was presented very clearly at an easy to follow pace. Well organized. The presenter had a tone and attitude that was comforting and reassuring." R.Z. (Feb. 2021)
"I enjoyed the approaches used with both the patient and family members. Also, the speaker's presentation of the information was excellent." A.D. (Jan. 2021)
Presenters: multiple expert presenters
This course advocates for a holistic approach to dementia care and challenges SLPs to enhance their methods of providing person-centered care for individuals who are living with dementia in any setting. Learn to shift perspective of dementia care from one of disability and loss, to one that focuses on enhancement of life engagement. Also presented will be a range of treatment options and case studies.... more+
"I liked that this course is helpful for students." M.J. (Mar. 2024)
"All was beneficial. I liked how detailed the course was." C.N. (Feb. 2024)
"The environmental utilization of memory recall methods and the review of neurocognitive disorders were beneficial. I also enjoyed the creative literature and Montessori theories." T.B. (Jan. 2024)
"Everything was very helpful." R.D. (Dec. 2023)
"So many things were beneficial, namely, the idea of meeting the person with dementia where they are on that day, preserving their dignity, and helping them be as independent as possible." H.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing memory disorders was beneficial. The course was clear." Q.X. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the interventions." J.L. (Nov. 2023)
"Spaced Retrieval techniques were beneficial. I liked the practical approaches and different instructors." D.H. (Nov. 2023)
"Tips for positive communication. Ease of understanding the course material." C.C. (Oct. 2023)
"This course presented a comprehensive and compassionate approach to individuals and families facing the challenges of dementia. The information related to a functional approach to the diagnosis and management of dementia." R.B. (Aug. 2023)
"Explained in a personable, reasonable way that is relatable to both clinician and care partners. I liked the discussion of environmental factors." M.C. (Apr. 2023)
"Information on Spaced Retrieval and environmental modifications was beneficial. I liked that course was broken up into sections for easy place-marking." E.B. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the topic on Montessori practice and the strategies provided." F.M. (Mar. 2023)
"This course was extremely organized and informative!" S.G. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning about the Montessori Long-Term Facility Structure. I liked the review of anatomy at the start." A.C. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked all the examples. And all of the different slides, different speakers - great variety." J.W. (Jan. 2023)
"Ways of communicating with dementia patients and the memory books were beneficial." G.L. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the creative connections projects and the examples of eliminating environmental barriers." L.D. (Dec. 2022)
"Spaced retrieval was beneficial. I liked the overall presentation and clarity of information." B.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Great info! I liked the ease of navigation and printable materials." L.H. (Dec. 2022)
"Therapeutic interventions for dementia. I liked the materials for further use." A.K. (Nov. 2022)
"Memory discussion was beneficial." J.B. (Nov. 2022)
"All of the course content was beneficial. I liked I could complete course at home." P.M. (Oct. 2022)
"I will implement spaced retrieval more in my practice. I work with a lot of dementia patients and have used spaced retrieval, but not as an everyday occurrence." V.R. (Sept. 2022)
"I enjoyed the specific examples for art and relating to tasks. I also liked the detailed descriptions for spaced retrieval." C.N. (Sept. 2022)
"I got a lot of information and references from this course. I loved the 5 things you will want to continue to do all your life." H.T. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked that you could do it in segments and return." E.K. (Aug. 2022)
"Good examples - liked the Spaced Retrieval technique. I liked the video clips, and that course covered a lot of information." S.J. (Aug. 2022)
"Great presentation for work with residents, families and care providers. I liked the knowledge of the presenters and the examples given." B.P. (Aug. 2022)
"I will benefit from this course, daily." W.D. (July 2022)
"The course was easy to follow. I liked the environmental interventions." S.F. (June 2022)
"Practical suggestions for arranging environment. Liked the focus on understanding the client." C.R. (May 2022)
"Learning how I can adjust a patient's environment to increase his/her success. I liked the information on how to decrease concerning behaviors from individuals with dementia." M.D. (Apr. 2022)
"Clear and specific examples. I liked the Spaced Retrieval and environmental changes discussion." I.R. (Mar. 2022)
"Great use of concrete examples, video, research. I liked the Montessori method and creative connections." J.M. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked so many of the topics. I appreciated the discussion of the brain and the different neurocognitive disorders, and types of memory. I also enjoyed many of the Montessori approaches to treatment - so positive and respectful - preservation of dignity." B.G. (Feb. 2022)
"I appreciated the collaboration with and supporting care partners from the perspective of helping family members so they can enjoy and work with pt's strengths, interests, and preserved skills. I have worked in many facilities that would benefit from this discussion." B.G. (Feb. 2022)
"This course was very informative and provided some great ideas for Tx." K.S. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the examples of visual cueing in the environment." K.H. (Nov. 2021)
"Practical ways to implement the content discussed with examples." L.A. (Nov. 2021)
"All of it was very comprehensive – very functional course. Clear and concise." S.C. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the memory book section. I use them all the time and found the tips very helpful!" C.T. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the review of the brain and the areas affected by Alzheimer's Dementia and other neurological diseases. I have focused more time and energy on injury and less on degenerative processes. The course was very easy to listen to, linear layout, and not distracting." D.L. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the clarity and numerous suggestions." M.R. (Oct. 2021)
"Learning about the Montessori method, contrast and environmental changes was beneficial for my daily practice. This course was very thorough. It covered many different topics and also gave tangible things to do and to consider when working with a person with dementia and helping them navigate their environment so they can have more independence. I liked the examples - videos and pictures that were presented throughout." E.M. (Oct. 2021)
"This course goes above and beyond Dementia Capable Care and Allen Cognitive scales to develop care plans for patients. I learned so much about how to set up patients for success beyond those previously mentioned means. Looking at the individual as a whole instead of criteria they may meet on a scale was a good perspective." S.J. (Aug. 2021)
"Helping teachers to understand that a reading problem is a language problem will help my daily practice. Unlike some other courses I have taken, this felt like a graduate course, not an undergraduate one. It was very well organized with some tough material." K.C. (Jul. 2021)
"The top of environmental facilitators/barriers will benefit my daily practice. The pictures for examples of before and after as changes were made to environment were good." L.H. (Jul. 2021)
"Guidance in utilizing senses to target therapy activities will be very useful." S.F. (May 2021)
“I loved that it is practical and holistic.” M.K. (May 2021)
"I liked the discussion of Montessori techniques (especially for dementia), which will also apply to intervention with other people with chronic communication disorders like TBI and aphasia. I find it interesting that salience is popping up in so much of SLP (in LPAA and LOUD also)." W.B. (Mar. 2021)
“Excellent presentation! All of the information is valuable and beneficial for the daily practice of Speech Therapist working for SNF.” O.T. (Jan. 2021)
“I liked it all. I work in LTC setting, and all of the info applies to my daily practice. I especially enjoyed the videos.” K.B. (Jan. 2021)
Presenters: Jennifer A. Brush, MA, CCC-SLP & Rev. Katie Norris, M.Div.
This how-to course is packed with guidance and inspiration that will help Speech-Language Pathologists and Occupational Therapists discover the abilities of individuals with dementia. It provides ideas for developing functional activities to use during therapy or as part of a maintenance program with individuals with dementia.... more+
"Discussing the role of artistic activity when supporting clients with dementia was beneficial. I liked the information." E.M. (Jul. 2024)
"Working with patients with advanced dementia by incorporating art activities within their ADLs. I liked that the course was self-paced." D.D. (May. 2024)
"Accessibility of choice was a beneficial discussion. I liked that the course was aided with videos." P.S. (Jan. 2024)
"Concrete ideas for modifying the environment to reduce stress and let the patient know what to expect." K.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the use of activities." M.S. (Dec. 2023)
"I appreciate the acronym for CREATE by Elliot to share with others on the caregiver team so all can recall the valuable features of these techniques in caring for adults. I better understand how Creative Connections works with persons with dementia and how it might also be applied to neurological rehabilitation for adults, particularly art in stimulating communication/conversations. Thanks!" J.H. (Dec. 2023)
"Provided steps for tasks. I liked how course broke down ways to encourage the most successful completion of tasks." E.S. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning how to better engage patients. I liked the pace of this course." K.C. (Aug. 2023)
"The step-by-step breakdown and modeling of each step on the recipe cards was beneficial. I enjoyed seeing the art projects demonstrated by the instructors with real clients and caregivers." K.D. (Jul. 2023)
"Using art as a way to help maintain communication and executive function skills in people with dementia was beneficial. I liked learning how the Montessori teaching method is so appropriate for individuals with dementia." S.P. (Jul. 2023)
"The visual examples were helpful and will allow me to create a similar activity in my daily practice. I liked the real-world application and ability to develop skills with people who have dementia and do so in a fun and meaningful way." K.K. (Jun. 2023)
"The activities to practice with Dementia patients were beneficial. I liked that there were lots of concrete examples/videos for us to follow." R.N. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked watching the videos. This course offered a new way of approaching therapy for patients with dementia." S.K. (Mar. 2023)
"I took this course for a personal reason, as my father has dementia. Despite being a speech pathologist, it was important for me to hear others speak about modifications for those with dementia, as I now have to change the way that I speak to my father so that he can comprehend activities and directions. It was beneficial watching the videos of people with dementia taking part in the activities and seeing how tasks had to be modified when it was confusing for them." (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the recipe card activities. And the knowledge and encouragement towards using art to reach my patients with dementia and to educate the family how to utilize the art tasks at home." A.W. (Jan. 2023)
"Functional for my patients." J.L. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the tips on effective communication with dementia patients. And the tips on engaging a dementia patient in creative activities. Good videos and the handouts for offline reading were really helpful." H.J. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked everything - actual activities for patients." L.L. (Dec. 2022)
"I enjoyed the discussion of the Montessori philosophy of interacting with people with dementia. I also enjoyed the videos of working/guiding Bob and his caregiver in the art activity and ideas for other art activities." C.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Practical suggestions that could easily be modified. Strategies to ensure success for communication, decision making and attention." M.V. (Oct. 2022)
"Course had very specific activities. I was not aware of the benefits of art both in therapy and in personal life with people who have dementia." R.W. (Oct. 2022)
"Videos were informative and interesting. Learning how to frame steps for persons with dementia." Y.L. (Sept. 2022)
"Step by step process of tasks for activities. Easy to understand and implement." C.N. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the methods of engaging persons with dementia and how the facilitation skills used during Creative Connection can be translated to ADLs. This course considers a broad-based group for persons with dementia rather than by severity as every person with dementia is unique and may present differently from others." N.Z. (Sept. 2022)
"Seeing the accompanying videos for the information presented in action was helpful." L.B. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the compassionate concern and care for the individual with dementia and applying Montessori to the adult population." B.P. (Jul. 2022)
"All the examples (recipes) and videos were helpful." R.K. (Jul. 2022)
"I found the information about how memory works and how to set up a successful environment to be very helpful for daily practice. I liked that the presenters gave lots of visuals. I also liked that they used videos to demonstrate some techniques so that you could really understand how to implement the strategies." L.C. (June 2022)
"I liked the recipe ideas and procedures with templates for daily functional activities - liked the caring and "have fun with it" approach." K.B. (June 2022)
"Good videos. I liked the error free activities." R.P. (June 2022)
"I liked the explanations equating the generalization of recipes to functional daily living. Good video demonstrations." V.D. (June 2022)
"Very informative and easy to understand course. The videos were excellent." L.D. (May 2022)
"Learning that art and music are not vulnerable to dementia. Very interesting since I also have an art degree and I can use this with my dad who likes art and has a dx of dementia Alzheimer's." (Mar. 2022)
"Learning to set up a successful environment and the ways a template can assist a person with dementia." M.S. (Dec. 2021)
"The material was clearly presented in a variety of formats, with lots of visual support and enough repetition to drive the points home. The idea of incorporating art into speech therapy practice was the best part." M.J. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the concept of using art to engage with adults with dementia. Also, the information on how to create an environment for creativity that is adult-friendly was great!" S.M. (Dec. 2021)
"The information regarding ways to communicate with patients with dementia and ways to make a person with dementia more successful with ADLs or activities was beneficial." M.S. (Dec. 2021)
"Great art ideas and the connection of utilizing to enhance skills the artist already has – liked the emphasis on patient dignity by offering choice and purposeful activities." J.D. (Nov. 2021)
"Liked the emphasis on patient dignity. The demonstrations and examples were helpful learning tools." C.O. (Oct. 2021)
“The use of videos, along with the actual implementation of principles and procedures with clients was helpful.” C.V. (Sept. 2021)
"Learning the most effective communication style for the patient/artist that will carry over into ADL's can be learned through the art projects." L.H. (Jul. 2021)
"I liked the art recipes. I liked the common sense aspects of how to work with dementia patients and simplifying things for them with environment, simplified choices, and step by step instruction." C.L. (Apr. 2021)
"I enjoyed the emphasis on breaking tasks down into small steps allowing for success and assistance, guidance. The content was very basic but highlights important principles." K.K. (Mar. 2021)
"I appreciated the arts incorporated into skilled SLP practice." A.Z. (Feb. 2021)
Presenters: Yvette McCoy, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S & Tiffani Wallace, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Presenters will provide instructions and case studies to assist clinicians in performing, interpreting and developing a dysphagia treatment plan based on the deficits noted during the oral mechanism/cranial nerve assessment. Therapeutic strategies targeting swallow function will be presented, specifically sensory-based treatments and the use of swallow maneuvers and/or exercises.... more+
"I liked that I could work at my own pace." D.J. (Jun. 2024)
"Relating nerve to physiologic findings on exam was helpful. I liked the structure and the breakdown of each nerve with examples." C.W. (Jun. 2024)
"Great specifics on key clinical decision making re: evaluation and treatment. Great detail and practical applications." S.D. (Jun. 2024)
"The discussion on deficits by cranial nerve and treatment options was beneficial." A.J. (May. 2024)
"Relates to therapy use." J.K. (May. 2024)
"The discussion regarding the treatment plans was helpful. I liked the review of cranial nerves." K.G. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing treatment was beneficial. I enjoyed the variety of speakers." C.O. (Jan. 2024)
"Helpful review of cranial nerves and functions. I liked the specific examples." H.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Both the assessment info and treatment were beneficial." B.O. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked all of it. Learning what's wrong and what to do with treatment approaches." M.Z. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the demonstrations for assessment and treatment." R.R. (May 2023)
"Expectations of damaged nerves and treatment techniques. I liked the test preview." D.H. (Feb. 2023)
"The in depth discussion of cranial nerves was excellent. Also the discussion of exercises." E.A. (Dec. 2022)
"Review of how each CN is involved, and how to treat. Good content." W.H. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the specific neurophysiology for swallowing and the demonstration with videos and clear slides." A.R. (Dec. 2022)
"This course is complete from understanding nerves, to what you would see, and then treatment options." R.K. (Nov. 2022)
"I enjoyed this course." L.M. (Oct. 2022)
"The review of cranial nerve innervations and clinical testing was good." J.S. (Sept. 2022)
"Informative and provided information I can apply to daily practice immediately. Liked discussion of effective therapeutic techniques relating to cranial nerve injury." K.S. (July 2022)
"All of it is beneficial! I needed the refresh on cranial nerves, and will use the clinical treatment recommendations as well." T.B. (July 2022)
"I felt that the section on CN X was most helpful to my daily practice, simply because it is so instrumental in informing pharyngeal dysphagia treatment. All sections were very interesting and helpful!" J.R. (June 2022)
"I appreciated that each CN had an anatomy and physiology review, as well as a functional application section. Both are very important, and I plan to use this resource as a reference in my diagnostic and therapeutic work." J.R. (June 2022)
"Great application for specific exercises. I liked the ease of the online course with ability to take breaks." T.K. (May 2022)
"I liked the treatment strategies and discussion of techniques for each." A.D. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked how course was organized to present treatment strategies after each specific nerve was discussed. This helped with the learning process." A.D. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the detailed overview of functions, deficits, and researched backed treatment methods for each cranial nerve important to swallowing. Liked how knowledgeable the presenters were, and the clarity with which they presented the information." E.O. (Dec. 2021)
"Good review of UMN vs LMN and relationship to cranial nerves including deficits expected. Well-organized, I liked the format of presenting each individual cranial nerve and treatment before going on to the next." S.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the flow of instruction – intervention as well as diagnosis." S.P. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked that it was broken into the 2 sections – information about the nerves and what results of its injury." M.A. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the interventions. Course was clearly presented." M.M. (Dec. 2021)
"Overview of CN exam and interventions was very good. Presenters were knowledgeable and thorough." K.M. (Dec. 2021)
"Exercises based on cranial nerve deficits! The course organization was great!" J.B. (Dec. 2021)
"Functional impact of CN damage and location of lesion for impact on function. Practical knowledge." M.C. (Nov. 2021)
"Evaluation of cranial nerves and how they affect swallowing. I liked the convenience of the course and presenters' knowledge." K.P. (Nov. 2021)
"There was so much information. It was helpful to have the ability to replay information that would have otherwise been missed during a live presentation." D.S. (Nov. 2021)
"The therapeutic application of exercises you would use for which type of deficit and why/how was beneficial for my daily practice. I liked both presenters and how they tie in the neurologic data with clinical implementation." S.S. (Oct. 2021)
"I loved how each nerve was described and then what treatment to provide. It gave descriptions with pictures and practical application." C.H. (Sept. 2021)
"I enjoyed the therapy ideas and the how-to aspect of the presentation." K.D. (Sept. 2021)
"The information on which types of deficits go with a UMN or LMN lesion for each nerve was very helpful. The structure of this online course was great, with the anatomy and physiology explanation for each nerve and followed by the treatment implications afterward." E.L. (Aug. 2021)
" liked the treatment options and evidence behind them." K.S. (Jun. 2021)
"I enjoyed the review of the cranial nerves, what happens when there are lesions, and the assessment.” I.C. (Jun. 2021)
"The theory and underpinning knowledge will provide excellent reference material and increase my awareness of ideas for specific assessment and therapy." D.C. (May 2021)
"I liked how it was divided into different cranial nerves and the presenters spoke about different lesions and how you could target treatment based on which cranial nerves were effected." J.S. (Apr. 2021)
"I appreciated the treatment recommendations for deficits noted on CN exam and the benefit of specific exercises." J.B. (Mar. 2021)
"I liked the treatment applications as it relates to cranial nerve damage." S.E. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Elizabeth U. Grillo, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course will explore perceptual, acoustic, aerodynamic, and movement voice measures. Also discussed will be free low and high tech Internet resources that can be used to collect the measures in both children and adults. The content of this course is for all SLPs in private practice, schools, and medical settings.... more+
"The free tech apps to measure voice were helpful. I enjoyed the practice." P.C. (Jul. 2024)
"Specific instructions on locating measures across required areas. Very clear, comprehensive PPT notes for referring to later." A.M. (Jun. 2024)
"I found the material on acoustic measurements using free low-tech most beneficial for daily practice. I appreciated the step-by-step instructions on how to use Pratt software." A.C. (Jun. 2024)
"Discussing low tech and free apps was beneficial. Very thorough course." J.P. (Jun. 2024)
"This is one of the strongest and most directly digestible and applicable course offerings from NSS. I loved the within-presentation questions. References were appropriate. Dr. Grillo's teaching style really shines in this presentation!" K.B. (Feb. 2024)
"This was one of the most helpful courses I have ever taken. I loved how the instructor stayed focused on her goal of teaching her listeners how to apply various low and high-tech voice assessment techniques. I feel like I actually have something to use in therapy." B.W. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked how practical this course was. Discussing ways to measure voice that are free was beneficial." S.A. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the Praat info. And real-time video/app use." G.C. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the free online resources and apps. And linking the lecture part to cases." R.B. (Aug. 2023)
"Everything is applicable right away to my practice. I liked the free ways of getting a good voice analysis." E.T. (Mar. 2023)
"All of the information was valuable as I am beginning to complete more voice evaluations in my outpatient clinic setting." A.J. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the access to the free options for obtaining the clinical measures and the ability for the patient to use on their phones as well." A.J. (Feb. 2023)
"Good application to clinical practice." A.D. (Jan. 2023)
"The presenter was highly knowledgeable and engaging. I learned valuable, practical information!" E.N. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the ability to pause and replay as well as the slowness of delivery to explain each type of phenomenon measured." J.M. (Aug. 2022)
"I enjoyed learning about the free tools to use. I liked the hands on practice with wave surfer and Prat." M.B. (Aug. 2022)
"This course gave me free and affordable ways to collect voice data. I liked the use of available phone apps." J.S. (Jul. 2022)
"I appreciated that both low tech and high tech options for voice evaluation were discussed." C.S. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked how the presenter specified the different roles of the SLP and medical ENT in diagnosis of a voice disorder and treatment thereafter. This is especially helpful for SLPs who work with children in a school setting who many have voice clients but not know if or when to make an MD referral." C.S. (June 2022)
"I liked all the content. Technical and specific." L.L. (June 2022)
"The options for free assessment tools were great. I liked that I could go at my own pace." G.M. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the SIG-3 recommendations for voice assessment, and how to get measuring tools for free!" L.L. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the recommendations for low-cost assessment tools." H.P. (Dec. 2021)
"Offered low tech options for assessment." L.N. (Nov. 2021)
"Very useful links. I liked the low tech measures for voice eval." H.B. (Sept. 2021)
"Thank you for the free online materials! Excellent course. I appreciate the rating scales – helps to capture data more objectively." L.H. (Jul. 2021)
"This online course is very comprehensive and informative. The material was very organized and practical." A.B. (Jun. 2021)
"This course outlines the complexities involved with adults and children who have voice disorders. The comparison and use of both high tech and low tech methods was interesting and practical. The fact that the assessment should be both subjective and objective is very important. The video presentations as part of the voice evaluation were most helpful." A.B. (Jun. 2021)
"I had no idea this much quality info was out there on voice assessment. The information on the recommended procedures from Sig 3 was very helpful as was linking us to so many great sources." C.L. (May 2021)
"I especially appreciate the practical review of concepts the instructor did at the end. This was a welcome bonus - I have viewed many other presentations where there is no review of the information covered and this is very helpful in a two-hour presentation." C.L. (May 2021)
“I liked that it provided step-by-step instructions when utilizing online resources.” A.B. (May 2021)
“The presentation was clear and precise. The handouts were specific and detailed. The presenter provided useful and practical information. They also explained the information well to new learners.” A.C. (Apr. 2021)
“Learning how to use Praat/Wave Surfer to obtain the acoustic measures recommended. A good overview of what's required/recommended for voice evals.” A.H. (Apr. 2021)
“This was fantastic. The in-depth discussion regarding acoustic measures was most beneficial to me.” M.W. (Feb. 2021)
"The entire video was phenomenal. This has been the best online video CEU I’ve completed so far. The presenter did such a great job explaining everything. I had a poor voice course experience in graduate school and felt like I knew absolutely nothing voice related. This 2 hour course taught me more than my whole semester of voice in college did! This course is absolutely perfect as is!" C.H. (Feb. 2021)
"Dr. Grillo did an excellent job of explaining the minimum data set of subjective and objective measures that should be included in a voice evaluation and emphasizing the importance of pre and post therapy data collection that is focused on the patient, not just standard norms. Excellent course!" B.R. (Jan. 2021)
"I found the free and low-tech voice measures to be the most beneficial to me in my daily practice. I really enjoyed the clinical application practice with being able to use the free software suggested." F.C. (Jan. 2021)
"The application of PRAAT software and use of apps to generate acoustic measures was most helpful. I liked the explanation of how to use free resources when expensive instrumentation is not available." K.A. (Jan. 2021)
Presenters: multiple expert presenters
This comprehensive assessment course is presented by 5 leading experts in the field of speech-language pathology. Discussed will be dysphagia screenings, bedside evaluations, FEES, MBS study, MRI, EMG, cranial nerve, manometry and more. Participants will learn advantages, strengths, and limitations associated with various assessment methods and how to apply this knowledge clinically for more accurate diagnosis.... more+
"All of the information was beneficial." K.R. (Jul. 2024)
"Head and neck cancer info was a great refresh. I am already very passionate about standardized assessments for swallowing so that information bolstered what I am already doing. I liked the self-paced format." K.C. (Jun. 2024)
"The course was convenient and thorough." P.M. (May. 2024)
"It was beneficial discussing trach's. I liked the variety of presenters." C.O. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing how to use the assessments to diagnose dysphagia was helpful. I liked the exhaustive and detailed information provided and the pictures and diagrams." S.M. (Jan. 2024)
"All of this course was beneficial" C.B. (Nov. 2023)
"It was helpful choosing a dysphagia screening tool and which assessment. I liked the head and Neck Cancer discussion." M.F. (Nov. 2023)
"Clear information. Good information related to dysphagia." M.M. (Oct. 2023)
"Discussing trachs and HNC was helpful. I liked the special topics." E.D. (Sep. 2023)
"Motor examination was beneficial. And learning how dysphagia affects patients with neurogenic disorders (TBI, Stroke, etc)." J.R. (Jul. 2023)
"I found all of this information essential and critical when practicing in medical speech-language pathology. I enjoyed the fact that content was very thorough and that the subject matters were very well explained." Z.M. (Jul. 2023)
"The topic on head and neck cancer was beneficial. I liked the images from MBSImP protocol." A.H. (Jul. 2023)
"This course was very informative. I liked the information on dysphagia." B.H. (Jun. 2023)
"The Head & Neck Cancer section was beneficial. This course was very informative and easy to understand." L.J. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the TBI information. The course was convenient per my schedule." V.G. (Mar. 2023)
"Review of cranial nerves was beneficial. The course was easy to follow." E.V. (Jan. 2023)
"Evidence-based protocols and procedures for assessment of swallowing function in patients with different types of neurogenerative disorders, HNC, following CVA and TBI, and with a tracheostomy tube." T.O. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the head and neck cancer section. And ability to stop and start course on my schedule." A.H. (Dec. 2022)
"I loved the information about imaging and sensory nerve damage. I also loved the pace, breadth of content, and knowledgeability of the instructors." M.P. (Dec. 2022)
"This course was so thorough!" J.C. (Nov. 2022)
"All topics explained in great detail." P.M. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the sections on TBI and HNC. And I loved the MBSImP section - very well presented." P.G. (Sept. 2022)
"Assessment of dysphagia following stroke was beneficial. I liked the follow up on cutting-edge knowledge." H.H. (Aug. 2022)
"Very comprehensive, well organized, clear course." I.B. (Jul. 2022)
"Easy to complete in one-hour blocks. I liked the sections on head and neck cancer." M.B. (Jul. 2022)
"The best current research to support clinical practice. I liked the bedside swallow assessment concepts for various diagnoses." S.T. (June 2022)
"Discussion of nerve innervation was beneficial. Course was very thorough. Please offer more courses like this one!" G.T. (Apr. 2022)
"All the video segments used were very beneficial for learning." R.M. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the bedside swallow screening tools, and having all the different speakers' perspectives." K.M. (Feb. 2022)
"The motor assessment for swallowing evaluation, assessment of sensory systems, the depth and breadth of knowledge of the presenters. Great course." A.H. (Dec. 2021)
"The sections with information regarding head and neck cancer and nerves were beneficial." C.R. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked that I can work at my own place. Very thorough review of information." J.Z. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the clinical swallowing evaluation – very detailed information!" D.H. (Oct. 2021)
"The tracheostomy care section was helpful – I am a visual learner and enjoyed having pictures and diagrams of the materials being presented to better comprehend." N.O. (Oct. 2021)
"Swallowing and trachs. The entire course was very informational. I learned a lot!" D.W. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the specific guidance speaking to the SLP's role in patients with tracheostomy. Great that you can do this entire course at your own pace." M.C. (Sept. 2021)
"Review of anatomy with cranial nerves and motor/sensory nerves for swallowing was beneficial. I liked the ease of navigation with excellent content material." M.W. (Jun. 2021)
"I liked how comprehensive the course was. Going over sensory input as it relates to swallowing was most helpful." C.R. (May 2021)
"Excellent course! I needed to see a comparison of VFSS and FEES and now I understand when and why to recommend each one. I would also like to use a standardized tool for bedside swallow evaluations, I did not know there were standardized evaluations available. Course covered all of the assessment tools available, the rationale, and practicality for each one." J.D. (May 2021)
"The course presented a good overview of old and new evidence based dysphagia assessments." E.K. (Apr. 2021)
"l found all the specific information related to dysphagia most useful. It was also very detailed information and for those of us that have been practicing for a long time we can still learn something new." J.J. (Apr. 2021)
"I work in stroke unit equivalent care. This knowledge is helpful for understanding the research behind my bedside swallowing exams." M.M. (Apr. 2021)
"Comprehensive course – VFSS, CVA, TBI, cuffs & trach tubes, and research data supporting standardized and clinical test measures." J.K. (Apr. 2021)
"I like how the presentations were divided into all separate categories (HNC, Stroke/TBI, Trach)." T.S. (Mar. 2021)
"I liked the swallowing assessment in oncology patients. Very knowledgeable and varied speakers. Very complete course." A.P. (Mar. 2021)
"Relationship between pulmonary function and swallowing was beneficial. Reinforced important aspects of evaluation and rationale for MBSS." A.D. (Mar. 2021)
"I liked the comprehensive range of dysphagia topics covered in the course." C.W. (Jan. 2021)
"The course is comprehensive, and the section on VFSS and FEES was especially helpful." B.M. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Natalie Douglas, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course is designed for SLPs working in a SNF. Strategies are provided to support communication with facility leaders and other team members. Solutions are discussed to facilitate buy-in when training staff. Treatment approaches are presented to support cognitive-communicative status in residents with dementia in a SNF. ... more+
"The realistic reference to decreased generalization of skills for patients with dementia in the SNF setting due to common and progressively widespread corporate, federal and internal barriers. The presenter is pleasant and compassionate about the topics covered." R.A. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing structures within organizations that support effective therapeutic approaches was helpful. I enjoyed the online format." J.A. (May. 2024)
"The case discussions were beneficial." A.B. (Jan. 2024)
"Communication was helpful to discuss. I liked the topic on caregiver involvement." S.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Learning how to implement employee training and buy-in for SLP interventions. And learning how to more effectively communicate with other staff at an SNF." K.D. (Jul. 2023)
"Practical application to SNF treatment. I liked the training program development." V.C. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the case studies and examples of treatment plans. The speaker was very practical and knowledgeable." J.L. (Sept. 2022)
"I enjoyed learning different techniques to use to collaborate with nursing staff and how to address behavioral issues with a patient with moderate to advanced dementia. Good case studies." L.D. (Aug. 2022)
"Liked the collaboration between other SNF staff to implement speech tx." M.S. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked all of the course content and the case studies." Y.C. (June 2022)
"I liked the goal writing examples and recap of important parts of goals. This course was very relevant to my practice." T.O. (Feb. 2022)
"Practical examples of concepts provided by presenter." B.W. (Feb. 2022)
"The different forms of communication in management styles was beneficial. I liked examples of teaching skills for CNAs." M.K. (Oct. 2021)
"This course was very practical and useful for my setting." L.L. (Oct. 2021)
"VERY comprehensive course. I enjoyed the resources and diagnostic examples provided." N.S. (Oct. 2021)
"How to successfully provide training to staff for increased carryover was beneficial. The speaker was easy to listen to and presented the material in a way that flowed." A.V. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the staff education component. The presenter was organized, clear, and well spoken." R.T. (Sept. 2021)
"Real-life case studies." R.K. (Sept. 2021)
"Great ways to improve communication in a facility in order to harbor change positively. The course was quick, easy, well presented." S.N. (Aug. 2021)
"Good tips on how to engage CNAs with what it is the SLP is trying to use with patients for carryover (memory strategies). The case studies were great." P.P. (Jul. 2021)
"Great immediate takeaways for a SLP! This was one of the best courses that I have participated in relating to treatment options for the SLP in SNF units for language-based intervention." W.M. (Jul. 2021)
"Concrete examples of how to enhance in-service training with CNAs. Additionally, recommendations on ways better communicate with admin staff. I found comfort in the acknowledgment of SLP barriers in the SNF setting. I also appreciated the link supporting SLPs rationale for lower productivity standards compared to that of OTs and PTs." L.I. (Jun. 2021)
"Pertained to my everyday practice." M.M. (Jun. 2021)
"I liked the specific strategies when working with staff and the resource list." W.S. (May 2021)
"Presenter clearly understood the realities of SLP work in the SNF / LTC setting." S.C. (Apr. 2021)
"I liked the suggestions of staff training procedures to promote carryover and generalization – realistic and functional information that can be implemented easily into practice." N.E. (Apr. 2021)
"I liked the examples of implementation of individualized strategies for patients within the facility." E.T. (Mar. 2021)
"The techniques and verbiage that was recommended for training making everything a partnership – a "win win" for all staff and residents was the most beneficial. I work full time in the schools, but regular PRN in an SNF and due to the hours I work, communication is often difficult. This approach was so positive. In fact, I am going to go and in and schedule a collaboration TODAY!" J.M. (Mar. 2021)
"I liked the assessment and implementation of program, and the ideas provided for transfer of training for staff and residents." T.M. (Feb. 2021)
"The benefits of intervention with residents with Dementia was beneficial. The ideas and input from other staff members within the long term facility was considered." A.C. (Feb. 2021)
"I enjoyed the case study samples. The validation/evidence-based perspective was helpful." C.B. (Jan. 2021)
"I liked that the course provided in depth information which I can apply at my SNF. I especially appreciated going over how to get staff on board to better meet the cognitive needs of the pt in order to have improved collaboration and teamwork in the building." L.A. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Margaret Blake, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course will provide a review of unilateral neglect and common language and communication disorders associated with right hemisphere brain damage. Discussed will be current best practices for treatment of these disorders based on evidence.... more+
"The discussion on neglect was the best part of the online course." A.J. (May. 2024)
"The treatment for neglect was beneficial. The presenter laid everything out nicely for ease of learning." M.M. (May. 2024)
"I found the information presented about how to approach treatment of RHD by looking at the theory to be helpful. I also found the various examples of how to increase difficulty in the treatment sessions to be helpful. I also learned a lot from the neglect portion, as I was not familiar with some of the specific types of neglect. I liked the format of the course: the different segments presented and built upon one another. I am glad evidence-based treatment of RHD is being looked at since a lot of the focus on evidence-based treatment has been on aphasia." S.L. (Dec. 2023)
"The in-depth education regarding neglect and its various forms was helpful. I liked the visual examples of patient responses and tasks (specifically for neglect)." M.L. (Dec. 2023)
"The review of RHD sequelae was beneficial." S.R. (Nov. 2023)
"Straightforward course. I liked the information on neglect." J.P. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the sample treatment." E.C. (Oct. 2023)
"Focused on evidence-based practice. I liked the statistics about RHD and the role of different professionals, and communication deficits assessment and treatment." C.B. (Aug. 2023)
"Different types of neglect. I liked the breakdown of topics and slides." B.J. (Aug. 2023)
"Treatments suggested, especially motoric imitation, were beneficial. I liked the specific examples given of treatments." D.H. (Jul. 2023)
"Learning the effects RHD has on attention (vs visual impairment). And the potential for contextualized treatments on outcomes was beneficial." L.S. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the presentation and slide options." K.T. (Jan. 2023)
"In depth explanation of RHD - Treatment for RHD deficits." J.Q. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the evidence-based practice." N.P. (Jan. 2023)
"Best RH class I have ever taken (35 yrs) as SLP." S.P. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the discussion of suppression phenomena. Content was challenging but able to be understood." B.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Good speaker and ideas. Treatment for left neglect." S.F. (Sept. 2022)
"The videos were informative and interesting." Y.L. (Sept. 2022)
"All content was beneficial. Course was brief and specific." TM. (Sept. 2022)
"Treatment for RH disorders is beneficial for my practice." A.M. (Sept. 2022)
"Therapy strategies and knowing which ones are backed by research studies." T.B. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked the treatment ideas for unilateral neglect." D.C. (Jul. 2022)
"Course was easy to follow. I liked the section on neglect." S.J. (Jun. 2022)
"Treatment topics – very thorough – put me up to date on this topic." A.G. (Mar. 2022)
"Great information about EBP and factors influencing neglect. Well organized course and easy to understand." W.I. (Mar. 2022)
"Clear and interesting presentation." L.J. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked discussion of different types of neglect, and that the course included possible therapy interventions." M.A. (Dec. 2021)
"Thorough course - provides info on treatment strategies that I can use in my daily practice." N.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked examples of treatment for aprosodia." L.S. (Dec. 2021)
“I found this course to contain a lot of valuable information!” S.E. (Dec. 2021)
"Treatment of neglect in right hemisphere strokes was helpful. The organization of the treatment sections was easy to follow." A.B. (Nov. 2021)
"I loved this course because it gives you a variety of treatment based on the different deficits. I personally enjoyed the stimulus centered tasks." N.S. (Nov. 2021)
"I did appreciate the review of neglect and the clarity of presentation." J.H. (Oct. 2021)
“The presenter was easy to follow and well-organized. The studies included were recent and relevant to clinical practice.” J.F. (Sep. 2021)
"Assessment and implementation of strategies and treatment approaches depending on the specific patient's needs, skills, and level of performance (in addition to skills prior to RHD) were beneficial. A range of useful assessment and treatment information/strategies for pt's skills particularly re: neglect type and treatments to consider, prosodic and pragmatic skills, as well as improving awareness of deficits, and facilitating pt recognition and use of strategies to improve understanding of abstract language/multiple meaning words/inferencing." B.G. (Aug. 2021)
"I found the limited research on the different types of neglect to be fascinating. It's often coined as generalized neglect when it could be highly specified." S.J. (Aug. 2021)
“I liked the different treatment approaches and examples. There was a lot of information on ways to increase the complexity of the task. The speaker gave great examples of behaviors and treatments. It wasn't simply reading a PowerPoint presentation. There was a lot of added information provided.” P.M. (Aug. 2021)
"The entire course was beneficial! It was easily accessible and pertains to my work setting." M.C. (May 2021)
"I appreciated going over the characteristics and treatment examples." K.A. (Apr. 2021)
"The treatments of neglect were most helpful. I liked the summary of EBP for Right hemisphere CVA." C.M. (Mar. 2021)
Presenter: Patrick McKeown, MA
Presents new information on the importance of nasal breathing. Learn why nasal breathing and correct resting tongue posture are imperative for normal development of the teeth, jaw and face. Learn about the damaging effects of mouth breathing, and learn methods to reestablish healthy nasal and diaphragmatic breathing patterns.... more+
"Awareness of the holistic impact of mouth breathing on the many subsystems of the body and the different aspects of people's mental and physical health. A lot of practical how-to information." W.K. (Jun. 2024)
"Observing the patient's behavior and breathing upon first meeting the patient in the lobby and through the session. Greatly appreciate the step-by-step CP training- will use it today! The topics were broken into 3 parts, and the examples and demonstration with clear cueing strategies were modeled by the instructor." M.H. (Jun. 2024)
"Great ideas for exercises to utilize for individuals who primarily mouth breath. Very informative and explained the purpose of tx exercises well." C.P. (May. 2024)
"I work in an inpatient rehab setting and encourage my patients who mouth breathe to nose breathe. I learned even more about the negative effects of mouth breathing and the positive effects of nose breathing in this course and feel more confident to do more than just gently suggest they try to switch. I did tongue thrust therapy for 15 years and had to get my mouth breathing kids to switch to nose breathing. Never thought to also have them do movement activities, we only did "resting breathing" during quiet activities. My clients were referred by dentists and orthodontists. I was given good feedback of progress because they took measurements before starting therapy." K.O. (Feb. 2024)
"Small breathing techniques (CP) were beneficial." J.B. (Feb. 2024)
"Impact of breathing on health, especially for patients with sleep apnea and anxiety, was a beneficial topic. I appreciated the practical demonstration of the technique." J.C. (Jan. 2024)
"Learning the physical impacts of chronic hyperventilation. I enjoyed the specific exercises and demo." M.S. (Dec. 2023)
"The breathing exercises for anxiety were helpful. I liked that the course supported nasal breathing." J.B. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the breakdown of types of dysfunctional breathing and the different exercises for them." P.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing the adverse effects of mouth breathing was helpful. I liked learning the strategies to use." A.R. (Nov. 2023)
"This was a completely new topic to me and personally relevant. It was beneficial to discuss lifestyle - ie, people with a lot of stress in their life likely have a low breath capacity. I need to find ways to reduce MY stress at work in order to have better breath capacity." M.W. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning the impact of reduced breathing. I liked the examples of exercises." M.F. (Sep. 2023)
"Specific exercises to recommend to increase the ability to nose breathe. I liked the exercises and plan for better breathing." B.M. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the clarity of the speaker and his slides. Beneficial information related to treating children and teens." A.D. (Jun. 2023)
"The link between mouth breathing and poor school performance and the possible misdiagnosis of ADD and ADHD was interesting. And I liked that we were shown how to do the exercises via video clips." C.D. (May 2023)
"Information on the pros of nose breathing and the cons to mouth breathing was beneficial." A.B. (Feb. 2023)
"Extremely informative and practical course. I liked the treatment strategies to promote nose breathing." E.B. (Jan. 2023)
"Learning the effects of oral breathing on facial development was interesting. I liked the relaxation techniques." J.A. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the demonstration videos and the alternate forms of exercise." K.D. (Jan. 2023)
"The breathing exercises and course content overall were good." K.H. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the specific breathing exercises. Course was a good duration." A.T. (Aug. 2022)
"The speaker was passionate. Learning the importance of nose breathing retraining was beneficial." M.G. (Aug. 2022)
"Improved breathing for chronic cough as well as learning the science behind dysfunctional breathing. Both the explanations of exercises through lecture as well as the demonstrations with an example patient were helpful." K.B. (Jul. 2022)
"Detailed examples of how to perform these techniques. Learning general health benefits to nasal breathing and the importance of working toward a switch to nasal breathing." J.M. (Jul. 2022)
"Very informative course!" B.H. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the focus on breathing and illness, and also the breathing exercises presented." R.K. (May 2022)
"This entire course was very beneficial. The exercises and population types were helpful. I liked the specific discussions of exercises and special circumstances and populations." T.N. (May 2022)
"Valuable information I can begin using immediately. l liked the pediatric exercises for educating parents on importance of nose-breathing." M.Y. (Apr. 2022)
"Learning different ways that will increase nose breathing and reasons it is so important. The presenter was very clear and explained things in a number of different ways so that it could be understood." B.B. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the breathing exercises in regards to stuttering and anxiety, and that this is a new approach I've never seen before and am interested in using." M.R. (Mar. 2022)
"Very hands on. I liked all of the course content." V.S. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the explanation of importance of diaphragmatic breathing as it affects the body and overall health. Course was easy to follow." E.V. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked all of it. Clear presentation with good examples." L.J. (Feb. 2022)
"I really liked having the different exercises described in more detail than I have heard in other webinars. Patrick gave really good explanations of why we should do these exercises and how to do them. I work primarily with children but have some adults that I also want to incorporate these exercises with." K.S. (Feb. 2022)
"Thank you so much for offering this course. I have recently completed my certification in Orofacial Myology and this course helped fill in some of the gaps in my training. Patrick was a great presenter and demonstrator of the information. This will be incredibly helpful to my practice." C.M. (Jan. 2022)
"The demonstrations of the techniques were very helpful." C.M. (Jan. 2022)
"I've been looking for a program to help my home health clients with COPD. Good demonstration of techniques and explanation of rationale that was easily understood." K.N. (Dec. 2021)
"Learning new, functional and relevant information to support my therapy. Liked the information at length on sleeping and how to obtain a permanent lip seal." S.R. (Dec. 2021)
"Interesting to learn how mouth breathing contributes to fatigue, bed wetting, and attention deficits (many times diagnosed as ADD or ADHD)." M.A. (Nov. 2021)
"I learned how abnormal breathing can cause coughing and dysphagic complaints. The demonstrations of how to teach mindful breathing were good." J.T. (Sept. 2021)
"I liked the specific techniques for adjusting breathing. Very practical, very different than other breath work and the typical approach to breathing that most Westerners use." L.M. (Aug. 2021)
"Learning the impacts of breathing on various medical issues – I can see many ways that I can include this into my practice. Liked having step-by-step instruction of how to instruct the exercises. Course was very comprehensive, from theory to practice." E.L. (Jun. 2021)
"The entire premise behind nasal breathing was fascinating, especially pertaining to sleep. Course was easy to understand with good demonstrations." J.E. (May 2021)
"This course provided in depth discussion on the significance of nasal breathing and the impact mouth breathing can have on so many areas including craniofacial development, sleep, attention and overall health. It also included examples on how to implement specific exercises across several different client populations. The presenter provided easy to understand explanations of theory that could be used when educating and training clients. Very informative! Highly recommended!" J.L. (May 2021)
"I liked the clinical application and the thorough explanation of process and format to use with pediatric patients." K.C. (May 2021)
"I liked the techniques described for intervention with adults and peds. The analysis of respiration in relation to speech production was especially beneficial." A.M. (Mar. 2021)
"I liked the examples of exercises and the effect of mouth breathing on cranial facial structures." D.H. (Jan. 2021)
Presenters: Bonnie Martin-Harris, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, ASHA Honors & Kate Davidson, MS, CCC-SLP
This course serves as the MBSImP™ 5-Year Renewal Course for Registered MBSImP Clinicians. Content presented will help participants refine their skills and scoring accuracy for testing physiologic components of swallowing. Standardized reporting of results is discussed and a case study for targeted treatment is presented. Eligibility for Renewal Course enrollment requires prior completion of the course, #e01 - MBSImP Standardized Training.... more+
"All of the support guides and specific videos for each scoring item to focus in on what I needed to understand better were helpful." E.M. (Aug. 2024)
"I enjoyed the example videos." E.G. (Aug. 2024)
"I appreciated the extra videos to practice and explanations of each component to help achieve standardization of administration and interpretation of VFSS." M.W. (Aug. 2024)
"Well laid out and easy to understand. I liked the review section of each parameter and the chance to practice scoring before taking the test." K.D. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the case-based examples pertinent to clinical work in acute care." B.C. (Jul. 2024)
"I really benefitted from the scoring help videos and calibration information. Excellent course!" C.A. (Jul. 2024)
"I enjoyed the ability to standardize our practice." D.M. (Jul. 2024)
"Beneficial implementation of successful therapy treatments following initial MBS findings in case studies with review of outcomes." L.W. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the general overview of the content." J.R. (Jul. 2024)
"Love how in-depth the instruction is. Very helpful for real work application." A.L. (Jul. 2024)
"Very precise lectures." K.B. (Jul. 2024)
"Having practice scoring again was very helpful and I appreciated scoring just one swallow from each study for the final test. I felt like I still got good practice with the way the test was structured." A.L. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the training videos and many written resources available to aid in interpretation." C.G. (Jun. 2024)
"The course was clear and measurable. I liked that there was no restriction on time frame to complete." J.S. (Jun. 2024)
"This course is very involved and intensive." M.C. (Jun. 2024)
"I enjoyed the range of training materials, and the option to slow down videos and view frame by frame." G.L. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked that I did not have to redo reliability for components already passed." C.M. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the abbreviated review from the initial training course." L.D. (Jun. 2024)
"The case studies were informative and provided practical application of course information." L.W. (Jun. 2024)
"I appreciated the multiple examples and scoring assistance." J.P. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the breakdown of each component being scored rather than the entirety of a swallow." K.B. (May 2024)
"Captured the highlights with good reminders related to the more difficult scoring parameters. 6 videos is a good number for testing." B.H. (May 2024)
"A lot of practice opportunities and instructional material." C.G. (May 2024)
"I liked that you can re-watch the course and that the renewal was quick to do." J.W. (May 2024)
"I appreciated the opportunities to revise scoring and retesting with video samples." D.W. (May 2024)
"I liked the option to go back and slow down the video as well as the informational videos at the start to explain how and when to score." M.S. (May 2024)
"The learning videos are so helpful alongside the diagrams. Amazing. Thank you." K.W. (May 2024)
"I appreciated the access to all the training and learning modules." A.L. (May 2024)
"I liked that the course can be done on an individual basis with no time constraints." A.B. (May 2024)
"All the tutorials, supplemental guides, and ability to review and repeat to check my own consistency. Also appreciate the pace of presentation of the tutorials and the detailed descriptions throughout the course." M.B. (May 2024)
"I love how many real video examples there are to learn from." K.D. (May 2024)
"Good resource for all MBSImP information. Thorough and not too lengthy." C.A. (May 2024)
"An overall good review of the components and updates in the research." A.V. (May 2024)
"I liked that the course was self-paced and retakes allowed on specific impairments and not on all impairments if you just had difficulty with 1-2." M.C. (May 2024)
"It was helpful to have the ability to retest for components below 80%." L.C. (May 2024)
"This training is comprehensive and thorough. A wealth of background information to support the learner in the renewal process. I liked that it was possible to pace yourself." E.N. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked going through each portion of the swallow with sample videos." M.B. (Apr. 2024)
"I enjoyed the video examples." M.H. (Apr. 2024)
"The platform was good." H.B. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the tip sheets and the fact that you can take the assessment multiple times since there are many components to consider." A.H. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the variety of learning tools provided." P.A. (Mar. 2024)
"I enjoyed the ability to go back and review each component in order to refresh my skills." J.M. (Mar. 2024)
"This course was a good reminder about the details of MBSImP. Including info on treatment was also nice." J.O. (Mar. 2024)
"Case studies were helpful and repeating key points in scoring and frequently contextualizing to practice." T.C. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the refresher sections with real VFSS images, animated illustrations, and being talked through by Dr. Martin-Harris. Appreciated the PDF resources as well." C.R. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the real-time demonstration next to the computerized demonstration." B.A. (Mar. 2024)
"Beneficial case studies and review of muscles/CNs involved in each section." N.S. (Mar. 2024)
"This was a great refresher after coming off maternity leave. I specifically appreciated the case studies with the before and after." A.S. (Feb. 2024)
"The review of information was helpful. I also liked being assessed on the swallows to help recalibrate my scoring." M.D. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked the scoring tip guides." E.R. (Feb. 2024)
"Excellent video clips." J.W. (Feb. 2024)
"I found the course beneficial. It's always good to have a refresher." J.C. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked that I could go at my own pace, and switch between learning and renewal modes." A.L. (Feb. 2024)
"I liked being able to complete the course on my own time. Plenty of examples for practice." J.S. (Feb. 2024)
"This course had lots of examples." C.J. (Jan. 2024)
"I enjoyed the range of online support from videos to notes and explanations." L.H. (Jan. 2024)
"The test was beneficial which helped me have confidence that I am assessing the components correctly and as others would." R.C. (Jan. 2024)
"I appreciated the general review, as well as the clinical application discussion of treatment planning based on MBSImP scoring." N.W. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the review and the testing portion." A.P. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the ratings of 17 components based on a single swallow, not full study." M.G. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the extras about the rehab!" N.H. (Dec. 2023)
"This course was very concise for a renewal course, which was much appreciated." M.K. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the real-life VFSS examples." J.L. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the videos, examples, tip sheets, and various controls for watching videos." J.B. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked having the videos and animations and the ability to watch in slow motion. The scoring tips were helpful as well." J.J. (Dec. 2023)
"The course was challenging, and the examples and explanations were good." S.R. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked how you can look at each part together as a whole or individually." R.L. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the ability to do all the additional tutorials, help, videos, etc., in my own time." S.M. (Dec. 2023)
"The video examples were beneficial." A.W. (Dec. 2023)
"Many videos to illustrate scoring criteria. Animations also helped to clarify what one was seeing on fluoro." M.E. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked how the assessment testing was formatted." M.D. (Nov. 2023)
"The training videos and examples of differences in scoring ratings were helpful." J.Z. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the details to better gauge timing of swallow function and terms utilized to describe physiologic processes." M.F. (Nov. 2023)
"The standardization of ratings and rules for using were beneficial." H.S. (Nov. 2023)
"I appreciated the updates and the general refresher." M.S. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the ability to test and then go back to review information to determine how to score items you may have had difficulty with." K.L. (Nov. 2023)
"I appreciated that I could go through the VF images frame by frame during the test." T.K. (Oct. 2023)
"The repetitive nature of the testing gives a great amount of exposure. I liked the first 2 lecture portions and case studies." J.W. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the ability to go back and review key points of each component. And the ability to isolate each component and study it carefully to fine tune my observations." E.C. (Oct. 2023)
"I appreciated that there was still access to our previous MBSImP training portal for reference and re-learning on a piecemeal basis as needed." J.P. (Oct. 2023)
"I appreciated the review of the components and I really liked the case studies as a way to apply skills." M.M. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the teaching style and the overlay of the animation with the real time swallow study images." C.W. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked that this course presented challenging MBSS videos during the instructional videos and presumed basic competence." M.C. (Sep. 2023)
"The case studies provided during the learning section were good representatives." L.Y. (Sep. 2023)
"I appreciated the thorough review videos and written documents of each component." K.A. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the organized terminology and standardized assessment." W.M. (Sep. 2023)
"I feel this gives SLPs a great way to analyze and look at VFSS to help build our "eye" for dysphagia." L.M. (Aug. 2023)
"Very thorough." H.C. (Aug. 2023)
"Reviewing muscular input for the components was beneficial." R.A. (Aug. 2023)
"Clear details and instructions. Great review of swallow physiology." T.T. (Jul. 2023)
"I appreciated the videos, still pictures and the written information to help me put everything all together." C.A. (Jul. 2023)
"Excellent review of all components of the swallow with helpful tips about how to best assess each component (e.g. putting cursor on hyoid)." J.S. (Jul. 2023)
"Very thorough instruction." L.H. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the videos and the practice. The focus on each particular component and the clarity of definitions was beneficial." A.L. (Jul. 2023)
"I recommend this course based on the content and its clinical application. Reminding clinicians how to look at the A & P of the swallow mechanism rather than bolus flow." M.B. (Jul. 2023)
"Good balance of information and brevity." K.M. (Jun. 2023)
"I enjoyed the case studies." J.B. (Jun. 2023)
"The scoring guides and having access to review them while testing was beneficial - makes for greater depth of learning." A.Y. (Jun. 2023)
"I appreciate that the renewal process is abbreviated compared to the initial training." A.M. (Jun. 2023)
"It was good to retest and retrain myself to keep the accuracy of my ratings." E.B. (May 2023)
"Easy to navigate this course. I liked the quick links to the help/tips sections." H.H. (May 2023)
"The visuals were excellent! I liked everything!" F.K. (May 2023)
"I liked the access to original scoring videos in addition to the summary. Everything I needed was right at my fingertips." E.D. (May 2023)
"Review of common errors and logistics was beneficial. A great program." M.F. (May 2023)
"I appreciated the tips, especially with common errors for certain component ratings." M.L. (May 2023)
"I liked the examples and talking through what is going on in each swallow. I appreciated the discussion of what to do in therapy based on each of the deficits. I also appreciate the scoring guidelines and visuals." S.S. (May 2023)
"I liked that this renewal involved reviewing single swallows since this is already a big part of my practice." S.H. (Apr. 2023)
"Appreciated review of the components with the case study videos. Also I appreciated the instructor (Dr. Martin-Harris) going over component scoring in the case study/training part of the renewal after reviewing the components." J.D. (Apr. 2023)
"I thought the review of the 17 components was really helpful and this course had nice videos to illustrate examples." L.G. (Apr. 2023)
"Easy access to scoring tips." M.M. (Apr. 2023)
"Sharpens your clinical eye." A.W. (Mar. 2023)
"The video examples of real MBS studies were beneficial." J.D. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked all the extra learning supports with guides, tip sheets, and videos." C.F. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the use of VFSS and the pre and post therapy scoring." S.H. (Mar. 2023)
"The scoring tips with common scoring errors were very helpful. I like the concept of evaluating each component of the swallow. Quantifying results is a good idea." A.K. (Mar. 2023)
"Course was thorough and provides very useful information that clearly impacts clinical practice." K.S. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the video examples and review of muscles and cranial nerves for each component." D.H. (Feb. 2023)
"I really loved the different approaches to demonstrate specific examples: animations, videos, and written detailed handouts. That was really comprehensive in helping to gain my understanding." D.D. (Feb. 2023)
"Highlighting common mistakes was beneficial." M.G. (Feb. 2023)
"Good refresher on scoring." J.S. (Feb. 2023)
"The video examples to assist with scoring were helpful." M.C. (Feb. 2023)
"I love how, on each component, there’s the option to review the specific material for the component." T.W. (Jan. 2023)
"All the videos and pdfs with explanations were very helpful." W.B. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the review of the components at the beginning. And that a review of the report feature was included." M.T. (Jan. 2023)
"I really liked the in-depth scoring tips for review. I often refer to a quick score guide when interpreting VFSS studies, and I was able to help clarify some "gray areas" of scoring with these tips." C.S. (Jan. 2023)
"I appreciate all of the videos (both the simulations and the real fluoro examples) as well as the tips sheets and definitions. There are multiple resources to guide you." A.M. (Jan. 2023)
"I truly appreciated the excellent customer service from the MBSImP team. I emailed to seek out advice about passing a few sections and was given both an extension as well as valuable assistance. The feedback was timely. Thank you so much for all the hard work you all have put forth. I'm looking forward to presenting some of the updates and methods of using the website templates to our team." M.H. (Dec. 2022)
"I thought the new information was helpful. And when I asked for assistance, Erin R. provided great information in video and written form." B.B. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the video review and handouts were helpful." S.W. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the course format and the review of each component and the update on reliability." C.S. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the variety of videos presented." R.C. (Nov. 2022)
"I appreciated the instructors highlighting some of the challenging points that come up in training/retraining. The review of which consistencies can be utilized with each component was extremely helpful." L.S. (Nov. 2022)
"The lecture video with radiographic imaging along with animation assists with that "trace" vs "collection" decision on numerous studies." S.R. (Nov. 2022)
"I appreciated the updated information from when I first was trained." L.G. (Nov. 2022)
"The overview in the course and reminder of the important features of each component was good." A.M. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the self-study at your own pace." J.S. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the case study review." L.C. (Nov. 2022)
"The live with video animation comparison was helpful." D.V. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked having access to all the training material from the original course." C.C. (Oct. 2022)
"Being able to pull up the PDFs that review each type of scoring within components is great!" J.B. (Oct. 2022)
"The videos are comprehensive." B.P. (Oct. 2022)
"This training was a great refresher as it's been 5 years since I first completed the original MBSImP course." M.M. (Oct. 2022)
"I really liked the videos and the ability to rate." E.B. (Sept. 2022)
"The videos and tip sheet were a great review." N.H. (Sept. 2022)
"Great videos, detailed scoring information, and specific examples. Kate did a great job with the extra videos to explain the reporting. Thank you." A.D. (Sept. 2022)
"Pairing of actual VFSS images with animation model to describe scores for each physiologic component was helpful." L.C. (Sept. 2022)
"MBSImP is highly standardized and requires clear knowledge of the structures and functions for swallowing." Y.C. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked having multiple opportunities to retest and review...in my workplace I am frequently interrupted mid-training, so it is difficult to get this done in one go." K.B. (Sept. 2022)
"The training zone that provided feedback on scoring was good." M.S. (Aug. 2022)
"Numerous examples provided, especially in the test. I think the test was the best teaching tool. It made me go back and really focus on the individual pieces." D.P. (Aug. 2022)
"It was an excellent and concise review." S.R. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the assessment of skills portion and review of common mistakes in scoring." L.L. (Aug. 2022)
"Very thorough and well researched course." S.T. (July 2022)
"Love the case studies!" L.A. (July 2022)
"I liked the different sources for scoring information and support - audio and written descriptions and videos with outlines." G.W. (July 2022)
"I like the various tools throughout the course (Components, Scores, and Score definitions & Tips) which I carry with me at the hospital daily." A.O. (July 2022)
"I liked the detailed explanations – videos and descriptions of each component were beneficial." K.C. (July 2022)
"The comprehensive review, scoring instructions, ability to watch the clips repeatedly as needed, and the practice scoring / training zone were very helpful." A.B. (June 2022)
"Liked that the course is online and can be reviewed multiple times for practice." K.S. (June 2022)
"Liked the ability to review, quality of training platform, and the videos." L.E. (June 2022)
"Helps me with my interpretation skills for MBSS." B.B. (June 2022)
"I like that I can work at my on pace, and great resources on website to improve/modify understanding. Great option to be able to reach out for help with problems." L.B. (June 2022)
"I appreciated the detailed guidance and the several handouts designed to facilitate scoring. It was very helpful to have tips and tricks and videos to watch during the training. It was helpful to have an interactive portion during the training where we could do a practice score and then hear how it was intended to be scored." H.N. (May 2022)
"The refresher was really nice, I love the slow motion options so you can really zero in on the components." J.D. (May 2022)
"The instructional videos were great." K.W. (May 2022)
"Bonnie does an excellent job with the presentation and giving very clear explanations of the scoring components. Many opportunities to score and the controls to slow down and frame by frame are essential to score accurately. Good amount of trials to score for a review." J.K. (April 2022)
"I enjoyed the explanations beyond what was already included in the handouts. Everything I expected to be covered was covered." A.H. (Mar. 2022)
"I appreciated the detailed descriptions and assessment of each individual component, explanation of how it relates to swallowing physiology, and discussion of guiding treatment recommendations." A.T. (Mar. 2022)
"I enjoyed the updated resources such as the help sheet since when I took the original course. I found them very helpful." K.P. (Mar. 2022)
"Really valuable update with all key information included." J.B. (Mar. 2022)
"The individual modalities for testing were a helpful refresher course for a tool I use almost daily." R.K. (Feb. 2022)
"Good refresher!" M.D. (Feb. 2022)
"The explanation of features of report writing on the website was informative." S.T. (Feb. 2022)
"I really enjoyed the re-training videos and summaries of each component." R.S. (Jan. 2022)
"I love that each component is broken up separately and commonly made mistakes are reviewed." K.G. (Jan. 2022)
"Multiple levels of detail and tools for information on scoring." S.D. (Jan. 2022)
"Opportunity to review scoring videos again, review the areas I am weakest in." T.B. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the case studies, swallow by swallow practice." E.S. (Jan. 2022)
"I appreciate the different modules (ie training, learning, testing)." R.H. (Jan. 2022)
"I really appreciated the anatomical illustrations with the cranial nerves highlighted, as well as the review and discussion of more challenging clinical examples." S.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I enjoyed the large amount of reference material to review when questioning the scoring." P.C. (Dec. 2021)
"It had a succinct overview of the 17 components. It was helpful to see the diagrams of the muscles and nerves for each of the components." M.E. (Dec. 2021)
"Very comprehensive assessment of swallow function. I also appreciated the case histories on full study trainings." J.G. (Dec. 2021)
"I appreciate all of the supplemental handouts I can print for easy reference" C.V. (Nov. 2021)
"The course helped me to become more familiar with the anatomy and looking at it in this form." W.C. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the case studies, found that helpful." S.R. (Nov. 2021)
“It was a great review. It was especially helpful to hear common areas that clinicians struggled with when scoring and Dr. Martin Harris's clarification for each of these components.” E.F. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the opportunity to score on my own and then hear the correct scores immediately following." K.S. (Nov. 2021)
"I like the heavy support provided in the handouts and variety of videos." K.S. (Oct. 2021)
"Good information. Good explanations" I.J. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the shorter duration of time it took as compared to the first." K.S. (Oct. 2021)
"This resource has been an invaluable tool in helping me develop my skills as a therapist and I cannot think of a single resource that has developed my growth quite like this one. Forever grateful, Thank you for your work for our patients." S.H. (Sept. 2021)
"I love the flexibility to go back and do the learning and training zones for components I found more challenging." K.R. (Aug. 2021)
"With this review, I realize that I had fallen into some habits during scoring. With review of this information, it refocused my skills." R.D. (Aug. 2021)
"The narrative from Bonnie is really helpful - it almost feels like you are in a properly dialogue. The nuggets/tips/lessons learnt from the initial training are also really helpful." J.A. (Aug. 2021)
"The updates to the original training, small nuances or details about each component, which consistencies to score with, etc were very good." K.S. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked the need to focus on all aspects of the swallow, for rehab purposes vs aspiration/no aspiration." J.B.P. (Aug. 2021)
"I liked the multiple opportunities to practice scoring." S.T. (July 2021)
"I liked that the course really evaluated every aspect of the swallow. It made me analyze each area in depth and helped me see things a little differently." V.R. (July 2021)
"I really appreciated to accessible videos for practice (VFS images and narration) with many examples provided." F.S. (July 2021)
“I absolutely loved that I only had to re-score the components that I did not achieve 80% acc on. This was very helpful in allowing me to focus on this component and complete this renewal course in a timely manner.” M.H. (Mar. 2021)
“I liked the detailed explanation of what was being shown in the videos. And the treatment that was discussed, and explained in the case studies.” E.L. (Feb. 2021)
“It was helpful to have both a brief refresher on the individual component scores and practical clinical applications with case studies.” C.D. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Paula Sullivan, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
This course will discuss components of a targeted assessment of swallowing, saliva, eating, and speech in individuals with Parkinson's disease. Videofluoroscopic swallow study clips will demonstrate common oropharyngeal swallowing abnormalities. Extensive discussion will focus on both compensatory approaches and rehabilitative techniques including oral health, airway dynamics and respiratory muscle strength, nutrition, and airway protection maneuvers. ... more+
"The dysphagia assessment was beneficial. The course was concise." S.T. (Jul. 2024)
"Current information regarding Parkinson's disease was beneficial. I liked the Parkinson assessment protocol." L.O. (Jun. 2024)
"Compensatory strategies were helpful and I liked the case study." E.M. (Jun. 2024)
"The use of instrumentals as a baseline for PD pts was helpful. I liked the handouts to refer back to." A.C. (May. 2024)
"Using rehabilitative strategies to support swallowing in PWP. Considering factors in overall presentation to guide assessment and management. Providing case studies and videos of VFS to illustrate examples. I especially liked that Paula used a personal example to illustrate the key messages!" L.C. (May. 2024)
"This course was a generally wonderful refresher course on PD and dysphagia, and there was some additional new info that I can use in my current practice. I liked that it had some new info for me to utilize." J.K. (May. 2024)
"The importance of completing patient perceived assessments (ROMP), instrumental testing, continue exercises "they work", patient quality of life. Although this course was only 2 hours long, it was very informative. The speaker was very knowledgeable." M.S. (Apr. 2024)
"1/3 of PWP have silent aspiration is crucial to know. I liked the imaging examples." M.R. (Mar. 2024)
"Learning additional compensatory strategies to use with pt's with Parkinson's disease was beneficial. I enjoyed learning which instruments are best for evaluation of PD." M.D. (Feb. 2024)
"Compensatory and Rehabilitative approaches were helpful topics. I liked the content and concise slides." A.O. (Dec. 2023)
"The compensatory and rehabilitative techniques were beneficial. Gave a really good overview." T.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Pros and cons of thickened liquids. I liked the various treatment approaches." P.T. (Dec. 2023)
"Very practical and useful for my caseload. Learning how each swallowing phase is affected by Parkinson's and rehabilitative techniques." R.J. (Dec. 2023)
"The use of rehabilitation techniques, especially respiratory training, was beneficial and relevant to my daily practice." A.H. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the slides and the discussion of rehabilitative vs compensatory strategies." D.D. (Nov. 2023)
"Rehabilitative and compensatory strategies were beneficial. I liked the treatment options." A.M. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning early symptoms, and the effects of various treatments was beneficial. I liked the time flexibility to take course." S.B. (Sep. 2023)
"I didn't experience swallow information in my school-based therapy caseload, so this was all new to me and I appreciated all of the information." S.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the discussion on dysphagia management in PwP. The topics covered in this course are beneficial in my practice." N.K. (Jul. 2023)
"All of the information was beneficial, especially related to treatment." W.R. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked how this course was split into two parts, with half being on therapy. Topics of thickened liquids, use of Shaker exercise, EMST, saliva mgt were beneficial." J.K. (Apr. 2023)
"Treatment techniques were beneficial. All information can be immediately applied when working with patients. Course content was simple to follow." V.F. (Apr. 2023)
"I specifically liked the rehabilitative techniques. And the clarity of the presentation." N.T. (Feb. 2023)
"All of this content was beneficial considering this was my first course in Parkinson's and Dysphagia. The anecdotal information was one of the best parts of this course." J.L. (Dec. 2022)
"Clinically applicable. I liked the assessment of dysphagia in Parkinson's." J.R. (Oct. 2022)
"Practical course and easy to follow. The tools to use for initial interviews and evidence to support possible compensations/treatments were helpful." R.W. (Sept. 2022)
"Provided treatment strategies. And I liked the rehab and compensatory techniques." B.B. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the compensatory strategies presented." L.F. (Aug. 2022)
"Everything will be very helpful for my practice." H.E. (Aug. 2022)
"All content was very relevant and I liked the swallowing avenues for Parkinson's patients." D.P. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the review of compensatory vs rehab strategies and specific treatment recommendations. The information was presented in a practical matter for treatment by the typical SLP." J.G. (May 2022)
"I liked the treatment section. Concrete examples, and a lot of study reviews." E.F. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the different scales, the evidence from studies, and the rehabilitative approaches. A lot of evidence-based information. A very pragmatic, concrete course, related to clinical concerns." J.B. (Mar. 2022)
"Liked the treatment options and the sensory recommendations to improve the swallow. I liked that I can take this information to improve my treatment tomorrow." A.S. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the rehab and compensatory exercises. The course was convenient - go at my own pace." B.G. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the compensatory strategies presented." M.P. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the comp strategies to deal with drooling - increasing frequency of swallow. More use of Shaker exercise to treat decreased elevation of hyolaryngeal complex and decreased opening of UES." J.H. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the discussion of rehabilitative strategies - thoroughness of the course." K.M. (Jan. 2022)
"I definitely will be incorporating some of the rehabilitative approaches into my practice, specifically EMST. Also for those patients who do not have cervical/neck issues, consider Shaker as part of their therapy now that I see the evidence supports its use. I really liked part two: therapy techniques." J.M. (Jan. 2022)
"Very informative and presenter was knowledgeable. Her personal experience w/ PD as a caregiver gave a noted point of view regarding the patient's QoL." M.K. (Dec. 2021)
"Well organized, and addressed specific clinical questions about the efficacy of treatments in this population." T.R. (Dec. 2021)
"The course was very well organized with handouts that were clear and emphasized targeted principles/information." D.B. (Dec. 2021)
"The use of Shaker ex's for PD - didn't think of that application before." L.D. (Dec. 2021)
"Encouragement for continued treatment in a group that everyone knows "will decline" and ask why treatment?" H.B. (Nov. 2021)
"The information presented was beneficial in treating my pt. population. I will be able to apply what I learned immediately with my pts." B.O. (Oct. 2021)
“The assessment, severity rating tools, treatment, and review of evidence-based practices were very beneficial. The speaker was excellent, with good use of case presentations and video. This course was very well organized.” M.M. (Aug. 2021)
"The intervention section and theoretical background were beneficial for my daily practice." H.B. (June 2021)
"I liked ALL the information; it was all relevant to my scope of practice." K.E. (Apr. 2021)
"The presenter was concise and informative. The discussions regarding treatments including LSVT and EMST effects on Dysphagia were excellent." K.R. (Mar. 2021)
“I felt that this course provided a thorough review of material on dysphagia in individuals with Parkinson's Disease.” M.H. (Feb. 2021)
"It was an in-depth and covered all objective areas. I appreciated the break down of all terms and studies completed. I also really appreciated the videos." S.W. (Feb. 2021)
“I enjoyed the information presented. It was practical and useful for my work with PwP.” S.L. (Feb. 2021)
“The examples to aid rehab and the outcome of each exercise and what part of the swallow were helpful.” A.L. (Jan. 2021)
"Good explanations. I enjoyed the rehab and compensatory strategies." I.W. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Elizabeth U. Grillo, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course will explore the components of the Global Voice Therapy Model (GVTM). Presented will be motor learning principles applied to the GVTM, research related to the GVTM, and application of the GVTM to clinical practice. Course content is appropriate for SLPs in private practice, schools, and medical settings servicing both children and adult clients. ... more+
"The structure of the program is clear and helpful. The examples and demonstrations were invaluable. The course was very practical." J.S. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the explanation of different techniques, specific info about writing short- and long-term goals." Y.I. (Aug. 2024)
"I appreciated the examples of stimulability testing. The presenter was easy to listen to." P.R. (Jul. 2024)
"Hierarchy was a helpful topic. I enjoyed the video presentation." M.K. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the treatment strategies." K.D. (Apr. 2024)
"I enjoyed the therapy techniques." P.T. (Apr. 2024)
"The concept of negative practice is something I've been missing in my practice that should be helpful. The instructor was very clear and concise." T.W. (Mar. 2024)
"Treatment-specific recommendations were beneficial. I liked the accessibility, treatment methods, and presenter knowledge." K.P. (Jan. 2024)
"I found this method very functional and easy to use. I will be able to use this in my daily practice since I have been receiving more OP voice referrals." S.B. (Dec. 2023)
"Old vs. new voice was a beneficial topic. I liked the therapy treatment videos." B.O. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the hierarchy of voice treatment and goals." T.W. (Sep. 2023)
"Learning about blocked and random, twang, and new & old voice were helpful. I liked the clinical examples and experiences." A.T. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked having the patient demonstrate "old" vs "new" voice for training purposes. Confirmation of my treatment methods being effective and up to date." J.T. (Jun. 2023)
"The new/old voice contrast was beneficial. I liked the example clips." A.M. (May 2023)
"I liked the actual case scenarios and examples provided in this course." J.M. (Apr. 2023)
"Very applicable to my practice, and right away. Learning random practices with new and old voices were beneficial." E.T. (Mar. 2023)
"Provided treatment techniques associated with various disorders of voice." A.J. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the stimulability testing and the video/audio examples." A.J. (Feb. 2023)
"Great approach to therapy with a complete toolbox. I liked the therapy techniques, client education, treatment hierarchy, and stabilizing the "new" voice through random practice. All content was very informative." L.H. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the video samples. This course was well structured and clear. Learning the importance of planned contrast between old and new voice at all levels of the hierarchy." K.D. (Dec. 2022)
"Valuable information. Testing for stimulability was beneficial." S.G. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning voice techniques and how they are applied to improve specific voice impairments. I liked the course format with practice and breaks." T.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Practical and patient-centered approach. I liked the blend of models, the treatment hierarchy with blocked vs random, etc. This is great for carryover." C.H. (Oct. 2022)
"I loved the videos and all of the tips and techniques reviewed. I liked the structure and how all areas of the model were introduced and everything was explained clearly." B.R. (Oct. 2022)
"Clear objectives and targeted instructions. I liked the treatment hierarchy." J.S. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the examples used by the clinician to demonstrate the particular voice disorder discussed. She did this by her own imitation and by videos of clients." E.B. (Sept. 2022)
"Learning the importance of educating the client each step of the way." E.B. (Sept. 2022)
"The video recordings/examples of each scenario were good. Liked application and demonstration of each technique and component of the GVTM." M.M. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the video examples." M.B. (Aug. 2022)
"Very specific and detailed description with good examples." J.M. (Jul. 2022)
"The course is very practical. Liked the stimulability, various techniques to try." D.F. (Jul. 2022)
"Very clear presentation with great demonstrations - comparing techniques for voice work for specific voice problems." S.A. (Jul. 2022)
"I will utilize this info in my new job in outpatient with voice patients. I liked the case studies and examples of treatment sessions." I.S. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked the discussion of how to systematically incorporate elements of motor learning while also remaining gestalt or holistic in voice therapy to get quicker patient-centered outcomes and generalization." Z.C. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the concept of random practice, analogous to stuttering therapy. Also the presenter demos, plus the video and audio samples of her work with actual patients." A.C. (May 2022)
"Some great take-a-ways to use with my adult clients. I liked the use of multiple strategies." L.N. (Feb. 2022)
"Loved the clips of actual sessions." S.H. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the application of the GVTM model – utilization of the various stimulability and therapy approaches – demonstration of the different stimulability techniques and approaches along with the descriptions of when they are often used and helpful." S.S. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the specific treatment program, and the ease of course access." S.F. (Jan. 2022)
"The course was structured to be practical and make sense. I liked the blocked and random practice and hierarchy." J.D. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the examples of voice techniques and hierarchy to help promote learning and self-awareness." L.R. (Dec. 2021)
"I enjoyed the actual focus on real life application of the GVTM to assessment and treatment of patients. The concept of old vs new voice and how to get the client to achieve generalization of new voice in a short period of time for improved quality of life." T.G. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the client videos and the discussion on not focusing on the articulatory specifics (just the sound)." S.R. (Dec. 2021)
"I appreciated the flash case descriptions at the end, since this allowed us to reflect quickly, as in a therapy situation, on how to proceed following all the components and strategies learned in the rest of the training." J.M. (Dec. 2021)
"How to achieve generalization of new voice by practicing "new" vs. "old" voice in each step of the treatment hierarchy was the topic most beneficial for me." A.C. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked everything! Great ideas! And I liked the case scenarios." C.O. (Nov. 2021)
"I really liked the variety of voice therapy techniques...excellent work at combining various techniques depending on each client's needs. I appreciated the global approach of the voice therapy procedure." I.K. (Nov. 2021)
"Liked that she broke down the different methods that could be used to treat voice disorders and how to implement them with clients." C.M. (Oct. 2021)
"Gave me new approaches for structuring sessions and home practice with my clients. The examples of the voice techniques were good." S.S. (Sept. 2021)
"Superb video and audio examples - all were of sufficient length to give listeners a good sense of the procedure as well as ample time to see an expert applying them with real people. Also very much appreciated the detailed listings of elements of respective pieces of service delivery (ex: vocal hygiene examples)." D.D. (Sept. 2021)
"I liked everything about the random practice to produce the new and the old voice. It will change the way I will bring consciousness of the old vs the new voice of the patient. I really like all the examples (video and audio). It was really helpful." S.C. (Aug. 2021)
“I enjoyed learning about voice techniques that I had minimal experience incorporating into daily practice. And it was helpful for my setting.” E.B. (Aug. 2021)
“I found talking about the treatment portion the most beneficial because all the steps were explained, and examples were given of what it might look like in the clinical setting.” L.U. (Jun. 2021)
“The course was excellent both from the research to the outlined treatment program. The video and audio presentations were also most helpful as examples of the outlined hierarchy of the GVTM voice therapy model.” A.B. (May 2021)
“I liked the video clips, it really helps to see it in action.” D.E. (Feb. 2021)
"I appreciated the discussion on treatment hierarchy. Her examples of treatment will help me with my patients. I really like her system. Presenter was thorough with defining and explaining treatment strategies." C.R. (Feb. 2021)
"I really enjoyed seeing the presenter and her examples as well as the case study videos...they were excellent! I am a very visual learner so this helped with my understanding on how to implement and think about therapy." R.R. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Martha S. Burns, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course reviews neuroscience research on the underlying causes of APD, dyslexia and CAS. Several neuroimaging studies will be highlighted including recent dyslexia research from the Shaywitz team at Yale and research on Prompt for CAS. This course then reviews available assessment tools and evidence-based interventions.... more+
"Beneficial recommendations for working with students with APD in the school setting. I liked the neurological explanations for what happens in the brain in disorders and following treatment." H.M. (Aug. 2024)
"Comparison of different methods of remediation for Apraxia was helpful. The course was comprehensive and thorough." S.H. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing the difference between apraxia and speech difficulties in general was beneficial. I enjoyed the review of neurology, especially more recent research." T.E. (Jul. 2024)
"The difference between APD and ADD was helpful to discuss. Good pacing and relevant information." A.P. (Feb. 2024)
"The information on dyslexia is most beneficial for my practice. Information was presented clearly and concisely." M.M. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked all of it! The course was excellent." J.D. (Jan. 2024)
"Connecting APD with reading skills was beneficial to discuss. I enjoyed the evidence-based information and sound theory." B.D. (Jan. 2024)
"Increasing focus on auditory discrimination and phonemic awareness as well as the normed language skills for preschool and kindergarten. My work is with early intervention, and severe language delays diluted my expectations and targets. I liked the neurological processes of language and reading." J.W. (Dec. 2023)
"I loved learning about pruning of the brain. I liked the pacing and slides." A.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Course was very succinct. The technical aspects of treatment and information on apraxia were beneficial." A.V. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the course organization. Auditory processing was beneficial to discuss." S.Y. (Nov. 2023)
"Understanding how dyslexia and reading challenges are language-based issues. I enjoyed the discussion of neuroscience foundations." L.S. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the helpful hands-on therapy information. And that course was research-based." L.K. (Oct. 2023)
"Discussion on causes, assessment and treatment of Auditory Processing Disorders was beneficial. The section on APD was a total refresher for me as an SLP. We don't tend to hear much about this once we have graduated university." J.B. (Sep. 2023)
"I enjoyed learning about the different evidence-based approaches to assess and treat dyslexia and apraxia of speech. I liked all the detailed information about neuroscience presented in this course." L.R. (Jun. 2023)
"The topics on apraxia and dyslexia were beneficial." M.M. (Jun. 2023)
"Knowledge on assessments and treatment protocols was beneficial. I liked the neuroscience." C.W. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the specific help in explaining dyslexia and CAS to parents." J.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning how closely language development correlates with literacy skills. The neurologic basis the presenter provided in identifying and describing both developmental as well as acquired speech/language disorders was beneficial." S.M. (Feb. 2023)
"Well rounded course, and I liked that the speaker mentions various evidence-based research to treatment." J.C. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the discussion of various dyslexia and CAS programs." M.A. (Dec. 2022)
"All of it was beneficial, especially the information on dyslexia. I liked the suggestions for evidence-based intervention." L.D. (Dec. 2022)
"The information was beneficial on how reading difficulties are linked to oral language processing difficulties, and how most of the school day is spent in oral language instructions, therefore showing children with reading difficulties will likely have a hard time at school. I liked the neuroscience focus." W.G. (Dec. 2022)
"I enjoyed learning about the interventions. There was a great variety of scientific studies and evidence presented." M.R. (Dec. 2022)
"Good CAS information." J.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the treatment ideas." E.B. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the intensive neuro section." I.D. (Nov. 2022)
"The dyslexia discussion was great!" J.W. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the topics on dyslexia and CAS, particularly the areas of the brain that are affected and the evidence-based interventions that work." A.H. (Sept. 2022)
"The review of the neuroanatomy and evidence based interventions for each disorder were good." A.M. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the visual representations of information, charts, graphs, etc." C.E. (Jul. 2022)
"Liked the Auditory Processing and Dyslexia sections, especially the information relating to best-practices for interventions." C.E. (Jul. 2022)
"Learning about neural tracks, and interventions with research indicating effectiveness was interesting." A.S. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked the visuals, brain mapping and interventions for CAS." I.H. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the overview of neuroscience and neurogenetics during each topic. Good discussion on apraxia." D.B. (Jun. 2022)
"Good benchmarks to provide parents with a general guide as to how language and early literacy are inter-related. Liked the visuals along with some of the bullet-style references regarding how many words, word combos, and types of words young children should have in their repertoire by 10-12 mos., 18 mos., 2yrs., 30 mos. and 3-4 yrs. It also reinforced my intuition of increasing the intensity of some of my apraxia workouts!" M.S. (June 2022)
"Understanding the importance of using top-down and bottom-up strategies when working with children who present with auditory processing disorders to help support working memory issues." M.S. (Jun. 2022)
"Course was informational and easy to follow." T.P. (May 2022)
"The evidence-based findings of specific strategies for treatment and differences related to ADHD and auditory processing disorders were good because I work with children with these kinds of difficulties. I liked the graphs and scans that show you research-based evidence, at times it is easier to understand when you see it visually." C.M. (May 2022)
"I find it very fascinating how the brain learns to read and spell. This course helped me better understand why. I also liked the parts about auditory processing disorders and the brain, especially how it relates to Autism." A.H. (May 2022)
"I found it all to be beneficial and very practical." K.D. (May 2022)
"I think it was important to understand how much early phonemic awareness can affect reading and language. The scientific aspect about it was interesting." M.Y. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the discussion on apraxia and the specific tools for treatment, and the differences of phonological vs. apraxic." D.S. (Mar. 2022)
"The section on apraxia intervention and differential diagnosis was beneficial for my practice." A.F. (Mar. 2022)
"The treatment strategies for apraxia were helpful." D.B. (Feb. 2022)
"I really enjoyed learning about the treatments available for Childhood Apraxia of Speech. I currently have one student with this disorder and it was really helpful to learn about more treatment approaches." J.G. (Jan. 2022)
"Section on auditory processing, apraxia, and dyslexia was very informative – I liked the ease of taking it online." M.D. (Jan. 2022)
"Provided all the best evidence based approaches for each area discussed." S.P. (Jan. 2022)
"The information on treatment programs was helpful. I liked the practical applications of the information." M.S. (Jan. 2022)
"I found the relationships with Autism and APD a good revisit for further explanation to my client's family members." A.C. (Dec. 2021)
"All of the topics were beneficial. Auditory Processing deficits are not officially diagnosed but present in most of my students. All of my language students have reading problems. A number of my articulation students have CAS." K.A. (Dec. 2021)
"The beneficial thing about this course were the evidence-based practices that can be used for intervention that were discussed." C.S. (Dec. 2021)
"All 3 topics of APD, dyslexia and CAS were very beneficial." H.F. (Nov. 2021)
"The apraxia information and treatments was most beneficial to me. I liked the therapy approaches and descriptions." S.B. (Oct. 2021)
"So informative and clearly presented. I liked the resources and research supporting the findings." S.M. (Oct. 2021)
“I liked that this course was well organized and named actual tests and intervention programs. Also, differentiating apraxia from dysarthria (really focused on apraxia vs. phonological processes).” G.A. (Oct. 2021)
"The variety of information all combined into one training was great!" B.H. (Sept. 2021)
“I enjoyed the more detailed and practical approaches to working with students with apraxia and auditory processing issues.” P.E. (Sept. 2021)
"Learning about the pathways in the brain were good." D.J. (Aug. 2021)
"Characteristics of Auditory Processing compared to ADD will be beneficial for my daily practice." L.C. (July 2021)
"The information on PROMPT is beneficial for my practice. The information about the amount of time (ms) Broca's area takes to recognize grammatical morphemes is good as well as the maturation sequence of axons fiber tracts." M.H. (July 2021)
"The technical details were very good as a great reminder." P.M. (July 2021)
“This course was informative without being tedious. I loved the images of the brain and the information that pertained to it. It was all very helpful.” K.C. (May 2021)
“Dr. Burns is an excellent speaker and is very knowledgeable. It was interesting to learn about how treatment protocols affect the brain structure.” L.R. (May 2021)
“The segment about dyslexia was very helpful. I also found the neuroscience and recent studies interesting.” E.M. (Apr. 2021)
“I enjoyed the information on dyslexia and auditory processing, and on the areas of the brain impacted by these conditions. I liked that it was explained in an easily understandable way.” H.W. (Apr. 2021)
"I enjoyed the neurological factors behind dyslexia and CAS. The course was very thorough and organized." E.C. (Feb. 2021)
Presenters: Robert Arnold, SLPD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S & Veda Cochran, RN, BSN
This course provides a holistic review of anatomy and physiology of the critical systems of the human body. Presented will be valuable information on how body systems function to promote, delay, or impede progress with intervention programs. This course puts it all together for the SLP to provide a deeper understanding of how body systems function in relation to the assessments and interventions employed by the SLP.... more+
"I liked learning about the cardiac system as well as the pulmonary system as this will help me, especially when working with patients in the ICU. I liked that this course was able to be completed at my own pace." M.G. (Aug. 2024)
"Drug prescription was beneficial to discuss. I enjoyed the detail of each body system." R.J. (Aug. 2024)
"Thorough review of the medical chart and understanding dx and pharmacological implications." K.T. (Jun. 2024)
"Helpful information on different medications and blood levels and how they can affect speech/feeding related issues." D.D. (May. 2024)
"The fluid balance system and cardiac diagnoses were beneficial topics. I liked the detailed information for each system." E.S. (Dec. 2023)
"The organization of lab information and diagnoses with their associations for creating a full picture of my patient's function and challenges. I also appreciated the advice for wording requests for physician orders. I appreciated the organized presentation of information with specific implications for Speech Therapy. This made for some redundancy of presentation, which I appreciated due to the complex, multifaceted nature of the material." C.V. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the discussion that electrolyte balance can affect cognition and the rational. Everything was terrific." T.C. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the use of real case studies related to Speech Therapy." T.B. (Dec. 2023)
"The review of lab values and the effect on cognitive function and dysphagia was beneficial. I enjoyed learning about all of the different systems of the body and the pathologies associated with them." T.M. (Dec. 2023)
"All of it was helpful! I liked the case studies." S.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Better understanding now of the meaning of various lab tests and the complexity of determining underlying causes in order to treat fluid balance and electrolyte disorders." C.B. (Nov. 2023)
"The review of lab data was beneficial. I liked how the course was organized and easy to follow along with the handouts." A.H. (Nov. 2023)
"Lab values and systems implications were helpful. I enjoyed the handouts and quality information relevant to the population I treat." J.M. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked that I could listen to this course very much like a podcast and refer to the slides afterward." M.W. (Oct. 2023)
"Considering lab values, considering medications was beneficial. I liked the amount of content covered." A.Z. (Oct. 2023)
"The GI and medication sections were helpful. I liked the big overview." P.D. (Oct. 2023)
"Relationship of body systems to cognition and swallowing was beneficial. Course was thorough and well presented." S.C. (Oct. 2023)
"The entire course was beneficial for my daily practice. I liked how detailed the information was and how it was related to clinical practice." D.K. (Aug. 2023)
"Pharmacology, as related to each body system and presentation of body systems, was beneficial. I liked the length and detail of each section." A.B. (Jul. 2023)
"All course content was helpful." L.L. (Jun. 2023)
"I strongly recommend this course. All topics are beneficial for my daily practice. All the information provided is evidence-based and easy to understand with specific data. Case studies are so amazing and beneficial for the Medical SLP and our role in hospital and clinical arenas." S.M. (May 2023)
"Information about labs was beneficial. I liked the thoroughness of the information and all the topics covered." L.M. (May 2023)
"I liked the medical information about pneumonia to help determine aspiration-related pneumonia vs. community-acquired pneumonia. The flow/organization of the material made this course easy to understand." R.C. (Apr. 2023)
"The general medical knowledge provided was beneficial." M.S. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning lab values and the general review of body systems was beneficial. This course was very thorough." M.B. (Feb. 2023)
"Very detailed information. Learning fluid balance system and pharmacological considerations for the SLP." T.O. (Jan. 2023)
"All of this can be applied in my daily practice. This course was very thorough." D.P. (Dec. 2022)
"I feel so empowered! Highly recommend this course. It closes the gap that graduate school doesn't provide for the medical SLP. Very detailed, thorough, and informative." J.B. (Dec. 2022)
"This entire course was very informative and something I will return back to again and again as a resource for dysphagia and why my patients with no other relevant medical history are showing signs and symptoms." A.Y. (Dec. 2022)
"This course was very educational and covered a wide variety of topics. Very detailed and informative." K.D. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked all of it. Great information provided." E.A. (Dec. 2022)
"All excellent information." R.D. (Dec. 2022)
"Very detail oriented course. I enjoyed the aspect relating to electrolyte imbalances and dehydration." G.H. (Dec. 2022)
"The impact of the cardiovascular system on cognitive communication and swallow function was interesting. I liked the integration of previous course information with newly introduced information." M.F. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning the benefit of understanding labs. I liked the biology/physiology." L.L. (Nov. 2022)
"Considering a patient's holistic medical condition and medications being taken and their effects on swallowing and cognition was beneficial. I liked the in-depth study of the body systems' effects on swallowing and cognition." V.B. (Oct. 2022)
"The medical knowledge will assist me with prognostic indicators for improved performance of therapy tasks or assessment." A.F. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the cardiac and respiratory system reviews. This course was very in-depth." B.M. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the entire presentation! And the way the presenter categorized the subjects and concepts." R.K. (Sept. 2022)
"Info on labs, meds was very helpful. I liked the course format and information." A.M. (Aug. 2022)
"The level of information was great! Liked the discussion on electrolyte systems." M.M. (Jul. 2022)
"I found the discussion on metabolic disturbances, changes in cardiac function, and changes to respiratory system/respiratory disease to be the most educational/enlightening. I feel like "toxic metabolic encephalopathy" actually means something more specific to me now." S.C. (Jun. 2022)
"I have a better understanding of metabolic changes which will impact my diagnostic and interventional practice, as well as allow me to better educate patients and families on why cognitive-communication and swallow are affected in these circumstances." S.C. (Jun. 2022)
"The course was easy to understand. Good section on esophageal dysphagia." J.M. (Jun. 2022)
"Accessibility and content level was good. I liked the review of the body systems." S.T. (Jun. 2022)
"The medical background was great." C.C. (May 2022)
"The speaker had great expertise: pharmacological indications, resources for looking up interaction of conditions, discussion of encephalopathy and fluid, electrolyte imbalance, etc." L.J. (May 2022)
"Every medical SLP should take this course. It addressed critical information for my work as a medical SLP – and sadly, my graduate school did not offer a course like this, so I had to learn it on the job. The level of detail made it seem like a course designed for medical school – but it covered everything that SLPs need to know. Presenter explained carefully and made good use of case studies to support all the material presented. I may listen to it all one more time." M.B. (Apr. 2022)
"The depth of information made this course incredibly helpful. Dr. Arnold broke it down with detailed information, then continually put it all back together and repeatedly explained the importance of the information to the SLP's practice." D.M. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked learning about the specific effects of dehydration on cognition. It was a great refresher of my knowledge on the body systems." M.D. (Apr. 2022)
"Learning about lab values and learning the pulmonary system were beneficial." J.H. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the discussion about impacts of dehydration." M.K. (Feb. 2022)
"There was so much good information, and I liked that I could watch a little bit at a time." R.A. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the lymphatic system review for HNC patients s/p resection and radiation therapy, and that I was able to take this course at my own pace." H.A. (Jan. 2022)
"I so appreciated the in depth coverage of body systems' impact on cognition, communication and deglutition in that I can now more fully appreciate how I can assist patients with non traditional diagnoses and can more fully justify my role in their recovery. I enjoyed the case studies and anecdotes as a means to assist in retention of the material presented in this course." L.K. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the use of lab values and impact on cognitive communication and swallowing in acute care patients. Accessibility and thoroughness of this course." J.G. (Jan. 2022)
"Very thorough course. I liked the topic of the nervous system and medication reactions." S.C. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the case studies, and how medications affect speech and ability to swallow." K.M. (Dec. 2021)
"The lab values and medication side affects discussions were most helpful. All the information was great." A.S. (Dec. 2021)
"I loved this course! All of the topics were beneficial! I liked the detailed information and practical application for medical SLPs. I was just saying how I wish more courses were straight to the point and filled with information and how to apply information to our daily practice as therapists. My wish came true! Great job!!" J.C. (Dec. 2021)
"I never paid much attention when the MD reported on labs in team meetings. I now know they are far more relevant than I thought." J.G. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked that the course was easy to access and I could work at own pace." J.Z. (Nov. 2021)
"The influence of the pulmonary system on communication and swallowing and the case studies were good." C.W. (Aug. 2021)
"This is a good reminder on the importance of sodium and hydration in daily diets. It had a great overview and a reminder of things to consider when treating patients." B.C. (June 2021)
“It was a generous amount of information, but the presenter did a great job in sectioning it out as well as linking each section to a case study.” D.K. (June 2021)
“Great information about the connectivity of the brain!” P.R. (May 2021)
“I enjoyed learning about lab values and how these levels can influence cognition and swallowing.” K.L. (May 2021)
“I liked how thorough the presenter was in describing each system and their commonality of deficits that affect cognition. What can seem too simple for a Speech-Language Pathologist to check, because we are nursing or a doctor, can be the very reason we see difficulties in a patients cognitive functioning.” J.L. (Mar. 2021)
“I truly loved it all and found it all to be exactly what I need while working in the home health setting. I enjoyed the thoroughness and handouts.” H.K. (Mar. 2021)
“I enjoyed the functional outcomes of varied lab values, medication interactions, and discussions regarding the cascading impact of varied medical conditions/labs. The discussions regarding the functional impact of medical conditions/labs and the sequelae were also helpful.” M.C. (Feb. 2021)
"I appreciated the information about lab values and how I can look at them from a clinician standpoint. This was a very long and detailed course, but it was on topics that are not taught in school and that other medical professionals expect us to know. I will have to review a lot of this information to fully understand the concepts, but it was a great start to expanding on my knowledge in these areas." L.T. (Jan. 2021)
"The course was very thorough. I especially enjoyed the explanation of all the different systems and the lab values." A.G. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: James L. Coyle, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, ASHA Fellow
This course will review the swallow screening and clinical assessment process, clarify the differences between dysphagia screening and evaluation, explain how to use evidence on screening and assessment to judge the value of testing components, and select test procedures based on good evidence.... more+
"Combining a variety of screens into the BSE was helpful." A.F. (Aug. 2024)
"Nice review of the differences between screening tools and clinical assessments. I enjoyed the flow and info provided." A.H. (Jun. 2024)
"The knowledge was beneficial and I liked the ease of access." K.M. (Jun. 2024)
"Everything in this course was beneficial!" T.M. (Mar. 2024)
"Advocating for appropriate and appropriately timed dysphagia screening was a beneficial topic." S.B. (Feb. 2024)
"Reinforcing that all the information needed may not be possible from a BSE." S.S. (Feb. 2024)
"I enjoyed the info about the BSE." S.S. (Feb. 2024)
"Predictive value and details regarding what is entailed in the screening vs clinical assessment. Detailed clarification of terms." K.W. (Dec. 2023)
"Concise and interesting. I liked the case study." S.W. (Oct. 2023)
"Test sensitivity/specificity was a beneficial topic. I liked getting a refresher on the importance of screeners." A.J. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the description of a thorough clinical evaluation. Course was convenient." S.C. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the dysphagia screening and specificity/sensitivity explanation." G.G. (Aug. 2023)
"The actual screening process ensured that I've been doing things correctly. I liked that course could be taken at my own pace." J.K. (Apr. 2023)
"Thorough explanation and clear outline of what a BSE should consist of and why." A.B. (Mar. 2023)
"Very thorough course. I liked all of it." L.L. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning specifics on what to include in the BSE. Dr. Coyle presents technical information in an understandable manner." S.P. (Dec. 2022)
"Being able to pause when necessary and go back was nice." C.N. (Dec. 2022)
"Jim Coyle is an absolute guru and deserves the highest respect." J.C. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the clinical application and specific components of the BSE." J.R. (Oct. 2022)
"The discussion about clinical swallow evaluations and what information they can and cannot provide will be beneficial for my practice. I liked the online format that was available." M.C. (Sept. 2022)
"Good review of components of a clinical bedside exam. I liked the convenience of viewing the course on my own schedule and pace, being able to start/stop the course." J.S. (Aug. 2022)
"Dr. Coyle is a great presenter. Good overall in-depth discussion of screening and CSE." L.S. (Aug. 2022)
"I found it beneficial to discuss the limitations of clinical bedside evaluations as well as what they can tell us. I liked that the information was presented in a very digestible manner." L.S. (Aug. 2022)
"Learned how CN Exam results can indicate issues other than the more obvious, e.g. CN V and VII can have implications for hyolaryngeal excursion, not just face and jaw. Liked the case study of how stroke pt's hospital course can be different depending on how and when SLP makes decisions. Good discussion of how the pt's "baseline" is not their real "baseline" - they're in the hospital because they are sick." J.B. (Jul. 2022)
"Learning what clinical assessments can and can't tell us was beneficial." J.G. (May 2022)
"I liked the speaker's style of explanations. More justification of the screening process, the cut-offs in the process vs. moving to direct testing and identification of at-risk patients." K.K. (Mar. 2022)
"I love James Coyle presentations and the functional info he presents." A.P. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the information on how to read and interpret a valid research study. James Coyle always presents in a way that the content is easy to follow and well organized." C.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I found the entire course beneficial in my daily practice. I enjoyed so many aspects of this course and will recommend it to my colleagues." K.G. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the clarification related to the levels of screening and the key points of education for medical staff members. This was functional information that is part of the everyday job. It targeted some areas that I have become more relaxed about, and need to ensure that I am putting into practice. I appreciated the brief review of the cranial nerves and their innervations." K.S. (Aug. 2021)
"It was very easy to relate this presentation to my work in the skilled nursing facility. I liked the specific steps for conducting a clinical swallow study. Also, the discussion regarding specificity vs sensitivity - Its thoroughness and clarity." R.B. (Jul. 2021)
"Gave good info about how to discuss results of screening with MDs." L.D. (Jul. 2021)
"Excellent class – went into details about screenings and clinical assessment. Good review for me after 20 years out of grad school. I enjoyed the case studies." L.D. (Jul. 2021)
"I enjoyed the PowerPoint as it was easy to follow along and I liked the different diagrams/charts with information on the specific topic discussed." S.T. (Jun. 2021)
"Nice review of screening and CSE." S.D. (May 2021)
"Very thorough course. The details of the clinical examination was most useful, and I really appreciated the review of the literature. I liked the verbal presentation with the handout and ability to review examination before the presentation." B.M. (Apr. 2021)
"Very detailed - I liked the discussions on screening details, correct uses, interpretation of outcomes, false positives, and negatives." R.A. (Mar. 2021)
"The presentation was wonderful. The information flowed well and good examples and visuals were provided. I found the discussion around including speech & language skills in the completion of a swallowing evaluation very interesting and helpful." C.S. (Jan. 2021)
Presenters: Jennifer A. Brush, MA, CCC-SLP & Kerry Mills, MPA
This online course offers positive, solution-focused practices that SLPs can implement with nursing staff, home health aides, spouses, children, or other care partners to help them support those living with dementia. Advocates for five strategies that SLPs can use to coach care partners in order to provide quality, loving care, as part of a healthy relationship.... more+
"Help with families of patients with Dementia. I liked the course format." C.A. (Aug. 2024)
"Good reminders on how to communicate with someone who has dementia." P.Z. (Jul. 2024)
"Being supportive and understanding when dealing with dementia patients instead of directing. The course was easy to follow and understand. The content was taught in a clear and concise manner." B.A. (Jun. 2024)
"Maximizing the preserved skills and filling in the gaps in order to facilitate what the client chooses to do. Very practical and specific!" A.M. (Jun. 2024)
"It was helpful discussing how to inform caregivers about dementia as SLP. I liked that relevant information was represented shortly." M.K. (May. 2024)
"I liked the ideas for engaging care partners - encouraging focus on nurturing all they can do rather than focusing on the impairments." J.H. (Dec. 2023)
"This presentation was clear and organized, used evidence to support ideas and recommendations, and offered practical and actionable ideas for SLPs to implement." S.P. (Sep. 2023)
"The ideas for activities for the person with dementia within their home environment as well as activities that they have traditionally enjoyed outside of the home were helpful. I liked the ways to frame discussions with care partners to help them best understand processes and communication, which result in the most supportive and productive outcomes." S.P. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the focus on what the individual with dementia can still do, and nurture it as a care partner or professional. I liked how the approach to helping individuals with dementia was realistic for all parties and emphasized focusing on what was there in the present moment." H.W. (Sep. 2023)
"Prepare for tomorrow, but live for today! I liked the topic of making sure care partners can appreciate the person now as things continue to change. Well laid out course, and the pacing was good for the amount of information covered. Very respectful and encouraging course." S.P. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked that this course focused mostly on taking care of the care partner. Visual organization was beneficial." H.K. (Apr. 2023)
"Learning to modify changing behaviors was beneficial, and learning that persons with dementia can have goals." L.J. (Mar. 2023)
"All content was beneficial. I liked the organization of this course." S.G. (Mar. 2023)
"I found the entire discussion beneficial. I enjoyed the convenience of the online training." A.W. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the supportive suggestions throughout the course to help the care partner, especially those who may not have a professional background in this area. The meaningful examples often commonly seen in persons with dementia and ways to work through them were helpful." D.D. (Dec. 2022)
"Focused, easy to follow. Very pragmatic. Learning what to concentrate on with the person with dementia. Not to be argumentative." G.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Course instructor provided great real-world examples. I work at a SNF and this information will be helpful and beneficial for my nursing staff and family education." M.G. (Dec. 2022)
"Importance of re-thinking the caregiver vs care partner mindset. I liked the solutions provided that optimize daily interaction with the patient and care partner." M.B. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the emphasis on a person's abilities vs dementia impairments; thus, stressing the importance of focusing on what remains in order to establish the best quality of life for the individual." M.B. (Nov. 2022)
"Presenter was clear and focused. I liked the resources page, emergency folder idea, ways to organize environment, and assessment toolkit." S.J. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the suggestions and activities to perform with the patient and ways to redirect the caregiver. It’s pertinent to my population." A.P. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked everything! Learning ways to explain the brain to care partners." R.K. (Jul. 2022)
"Speaker has a clear way of presenting the information. Learning how to use preserved abilities and how to educate families was beneficial." G.S. (Jul. 2022)
"The helpful tips were beneficial for preserving positive communication and maintaining relationships and purpose of the individual with dementia. The course was straightforward and clearly laid out." J.R. (Jun. 2022)
"I love the tips for caregivers of family members with dementia. I can use this info right away with my families!" A.J. (Jun. 2022)
"The organization of information and slides were easy to follow. I liked the direct guidance on how to help CG's with specific examples." W.R. (May 2022)
"I liked all of the examples of real-life occurrences that commonly happen among people with dementia. I liked the examples outlining how to re-direct a person with dementia's undesirable behaviors so that his/her needs are met without causing an argument or any unnecessary stress for that person or his/her care partner." S.F. (Dec. 2021)
"I really appreciated the concrete examples given for modifying the person with dementia's environment. I liked the discussion about maximizing the communication that the person still has, rather than focusing on what they are no longer able to do. The entire course was very informative and practical. Very practical tips for working with people with dementia." K.H. (Dec. 2021)
"The entire presentation was in layman's terms which will be useful in sharing w/ family. Information presented in compact, yet complete, program." J.G. (Dec. 2021)
"Good information to assist caregivers in the correct mindset to help loved ones with dementia." R.D. (Dec. 2021)
"Useful both personally and professionally." C.L. (Dec. 2021)
"The course was organized and informative. I liked the discussion of cognitive and communication skills." J.S. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the information on assisting families to communicate more effectively with their loved one who has dementia. The information provided re: most effective methods of communicating with patients who have dementia was beneficial." C.V. (Nov. 2021)
"Tips for educating family members over a period of time were very helpful." M.V. (Nov. 2021)
"Lists of specific tips that care partners can do in lots of areas were beneficial for my daily practice. It was a survey of beneficial practices that looked at care partnering from different perspectives. I liked that aspect." L.G. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked the various suggestions of things to tell caregivers and ways of changing the environment." K.A. (Sept. 2021)
"Great tips on how to communicate with persons with dementia – the roles of healthcare professionals; education of partners, etc." P.M. (Sept. 2021)
"Great info for education and recommendations for family for improved quality of life." L.H. (Aug. 2021)
"I am an SLP who last fall found myself in a position to need to resign from my school-based role to care for my mother full time. Mom has Alzheimer's/Dementia and following a series of escalated unsafe events, we brought her home to live with us. I appreciated the specific strategies for managing behaviors and setting a person up for success. I realize that after feeling all of the emotions and frustration you talked about, I have in fact, been doing some things right. I will be more intentional about setting up functional everyday tasks for her to help with. This course empowered me to believe that I can add value with this new knowledge and that I am in a better position to empathize with care partners." (Aug. 2021)
“The entire presentation will be useful for sharing with families.” T.G. (Jul. 2021)
"So much of the info can be used in my daily practice. I liked the term 'care partners." L.C. (Apr. 2021)
"Good suggestions on strategies and documents to prepare beforehand." D.P. (Mar. 2021)
"Discussion on how to involve family in planning for Pt cares/future needs and ways to involve Pt in decisions was beneficial. Course provided easy examples to aid with relating information provided." S.M. (Feb. 2021)
"This course provided very precise steps to follow when providing a care plan for the resident." K.C. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Jennifer A. Brush, MA, CCC-SLP
Learn to address environmental barriers such as inadequate lighting, noisy conditions, poor or absent environmental cues, and visual clutter as part of a comprehensive treatment plan to assist older adults and individuals with dementia with their ability to function independently during meals.... more+
"Measuring lighting was helpful. I enjoyed the examples." J.H. (Jun. 2024)
"Modification info was beneficial. I liked the practical application." T.S. (Jun. 2024)
"The environmental changes were helpful, specifically, adding contrast. I liked the examples of how to change environment, particularly the study presenter conducted." H.W. (Aug. 2023)
"The explanation of environmental factors in dining was beneficial. I liked the course layout." L.A. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked this entire presentation." J.S. (Dec. 2022)
"All information was good. I liked the visual modifications suggested." S.P. (Nov. 2022)
"Ways to improve the elder's intake using different interventions and modifications. Good overview with fair amount of details." D.O. (Sept. 2022)
"Liked the discussion of optimizing auditory aspects of the environment. And learning assessment of the environment - what to look for." K.F. (Aug. 2022)
"The discussion of noise and lighting during meals was helpful. Course provided good information to recommend to the memory care director at my facility to improve the intake of our residents, particularly the lower level residents." L.B. (Aug. 2022)
"The specific changes SLPs can make was good information such as signs, color contrast, and potential environmental changes like moving rooms for designated meal times to assist in increasing intake." E.S. (Aug. 2022)
"Good info regarding practical changes to dining environment that facilitate patient performance. I liked the speaker's ability to share practical information which can be easily communicated with other professionals." J.G. (May 2022)
"I liked the examples of specific sensory issues and the research related on how it impacts reduced nutrition which increases risk of mortality, malnutrition, and reduced function. This course covers the essence of why we are there and need to assist in the collaboration of the individual's plan of care." K.K. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the strategies to increase safe oral intake, and the information for treating / feeding patients with dementia." P.T. (Dec. 2021)
"Practical examples of evidence-based sensory adjustments for meal time." J.O. (Dec. 2021)
"Learning how to make behavior mod changes to provoke the sense that it is time to eat was beneficial for my practice." K.S. (Nov. 2021)
"This content will be easy to implement in my setting." L.L. (Nov. 2021)
"This course addresses a major problem in Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Homes, that being reduced oral intake of patients/clients. I liked the discussion on how changes in environment in dining areas can result in increased intake." P.M. (Nov. 2021)
"Everything about this discussion was interesting especially the tips to improve oral intake, optimize behavior patterns, and the topic of increasing non-glare lighting in the dining room." A.S. (Aug. 2021)
"I found the discussion regarding the overall decline of an individual's sensory system (visual, olfaction/taste relationship, auditory) adversely affects their PO intake most beneficial. Additionally, I liked the discussion about the resident's competence and environmental press: how one functions is a match between his/her competencies and the press of the environment. The speaker delivered a well organized discussion with practical tips for successful dining for geriatrics." A.D. (Apr. 2021)
"I liked the examples of how to design a barrier free dining program." R.M. (Mar. 2021)
Presenter: Paula Leslie, PhD, FRCSLT, CCC-SLP
This course combines knowledge of feeding tubes in dementia with informed consent and decision making. Discussed are the requirements for informed consent, and how knowledge of ethical principles and research evidence can support clinicians and families in making more informed decisions.... more+
"Beneficial clarification of what is/isn't in our scope of practice and what we are responsible for conveying to patients and caregivers. I liked the case study examples and clarity surrounding certain issues. I appreciated the reference to the website detailing state-by-state advanced directives." E.C. (Aug. 2024)
"Living wills, autonomy and agency for patients were beneficial topics. The presenter was straightforward and knowledgeable." E.S. (Aug. 2024)
"I loved the case studies- is the cancer patient's daughter avoiding imminent death, is the drug addicted son hoping for early death for inheritance? Did dad know both of these scenarios in choosing son as HCDPOA? So much to think about. The importance of being able to share our expertise in lay-terms. Appreciated links to state specific HC proxy, etc. THOUGHT PROVOKING." M.C. (Aug. 2024)
"Beneficial to discuss ethical decision making and the limitations of the SLP in their scope of practice regarding recommendations to the patient and family. The emphasis upon SLP's initiating education of the family and patient prior to their making the decision regarding end-of-life care." R.A. (Jul. 2024)
"Legal aspects of dealing with feeding tubes. I liked the case studies." S.G. (Jun. 2024)
"Liked the information regarding advanced directives versus living wills. I liked the students' and practitioners' views on feeding tubes." T.S. (Jun. 2024)
"Description of the legal terms involved with advanced directives and living will are helpful. I liked the case examples." J.W. (May 2024)
"Our role in recommending PEG tubes and outcomes was beneficial to discuss. I enjoyed the comparison between student SLPs and SLPs in the field." C.T. (Apr. 2024)
"Considerations for medical decision-making for feeding tubes were beneficial. This course was informative and research-based." A.B. (Mar. 2024)
"The informed consents were beneficial to discuss." D.M. (Mar. 2024)
"The course was clear, to the point, with relevant examples to bring the information to life. It was beneficial discussing to be aware of personal bias including in delivery /tone of education." E.I. (Mar. 2024)
"SLP scope on tube feedings was a helpful topic. The course was easy to understand." W.B. (Mar. 2024)
"The encouragement to stand our ground and keep in mind that we must stay within our scope of practice no matter the pressures we face. I liked the definitions of the legal terms/resources provided to reference." C.G. (Mar. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss how to deal with families and caregivers when the patient cannot make medical decisions for themselves. I liked the structure and easy-to-understand explanations." A.A. (Mar. 2024)
"I've gained an increased legal understanding." R.C. (Dec. 2023)
"I benefitted from hearing how to go about having certain difficult conversations with patients and their families. The specific case examples were helpful." M.S. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the topic on informed consent. I liked that the course was self-paced." K.O. (Dec. 2023)
"The review of advanced directives was helpful. I liked the information on differences between SLPs and students of feeding tube necessity." P.R. (Dec. 2023)
"The information was all very interesting. I liked the education with mild cognitive impairment." C.O. (Dec. 2023)
"The legal aspects were helpful. A topic I'm learning more about." C.E. (Dec. 2023)
"I enjoyed the course content." J.M. (Nov. 2023)
"All of the content was beneficial and I appreciated the case studies at the end." H.B. (Sep. 2023)
"Quick and easy. Learning the criteria for informed consent." C.C. (Sep. 2023)
"The discussion of SLP role/scope of services, including SLP obligation to inform the need for families and physicians to make actual decisions, was beneficial. I liked the review of autonomy, informed consent and disclosure, and case discussions." J.A. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the info about consequences of feeding tubes and misconceptions clinicians have. The case studies were interesting." C.A. (Aug. 2023)
"I will provide more education now and request the patient to "teach back" what they understood. I liked the presenter." M.M. (Aug. 2023)
"Ensuring SLP remains within scope of practice. And the importance of family education." V.C. (Jul. 2023)
"The presenter clearly explained concepts and provided examples. Specifying my role in consulting with those who have questions about their care." A.C. (May 2023)
"I liked the case studies and discussion of when a person is non-cerebral and does not have a living will." C.C. (Apr. 2023)
"Practical application. Examples were beneficial." M.C. (Apr. 2023)
"Really enjoyed the overall presentation. Very informational and knowledgeable presenter." M.K. (Mar. 2023)
"Course was very thorough! I learned how to “stay in my lane” while providing clinically relevant information to the treatment team to aid in discussions regarding feeding tubes, without being felt pressured to be the one to make the recommendation." C.C. (Mar. 2023)
"Discussion of ethical principles was beneficial." A.T. (Feb. 2023)
"Risks and benefits of feeding tubes." J.K. (Feb. 2023)
"Taking into account the patient's wishes and the patient/family understanding of disease and treatment." G.J. (Feb. 2023)
"Practical content. Learning legal definitions was beneficial." K.A. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the real-life examples. Discussing research-based evidence with regards to benefits and risks of feeding tubes." K.P. (Dec. 2022)
"Very applicable to the medical SLP." S.A. (Dec. 2022)
"Discussion of differences between similar terms like competence and capacity. I liked the discussion of complex topics." W.K. (Dec. 2022)
"Real-life case study examples. Discussion of the SLPs role and scope of practice when it comes to informing and educating patients and families about the swallowing mechanism paired with other factors in order for the doctor and the patient/family to ultimately make the decision for feeding tube or not." M.B. (Dec. 2022)
"I enjoyed the patient-centered perspective included in this course as it pertains to the care we are providing. I also enjoyed that course went specifically into consent and competency which was not an area that I consider often or expected to be included." K.M. (Dec. 2022)
"Very informative and easy to listen and attend to the speaker. Understanding consent, living will and our professional role." M.D. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the organization of the content and clinical case studies. Learning how to educate the patient and family in a way that they can make an informed decision." J.L. (Nov. 2022)
"Addressing family concerns via education. Better understanding of SLP scope of practice with regard to recommendations that can/cannot be made. Recognizing the difference between POA and HCP. Liked the case study examples with recommended plans of action for each one." M.B. (Oct. 2022)
"The breakdown of the different types of legal documents was beneficial." L.L. (Sept. 2022)
"I now have additional knowledge of PEG tubes and ethical issues." B.G. (Sept. 2022)
"This course was easily understandable and interesting although outside of my caseload. Knowledge is shown in the ability to present learned material in layman’s terms." T.W. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the topics of feeding tubes and advanced dementia." L.G. (Sept. 2022)
"This entire course will benefit my daily practice as I work in acute care facilities and this is a topic that I encounter daily." S.W. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the manner in which the information was stated. In the hospital setting the physicians do want the therapists' to make the recommendations for feeding tubes. It is refreshing to know that I can stand my ground that they need to make that decision." M.R. (Aug. 2022)
"Learning I need to involve family more - education and involvement of the health care PofA." M.H. (Jul. 2022)
"Good refresher on decision making process involved in using a feeding tube." J.H. (Jul. 2022)
"Simple and direct. I liked the real life examples of the family and team helping to decide what is best for the patient." D.B. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the duration and the case studies. Learning the difference between different legal documents as well as difference between autonomy & beneficence." M.W. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the discussions of informed consent, beneficence, disclosure, and autonomy." R.J. (Mar. 2022)
"Functional and realistic information provided." A.W. (Feb. 2022)
"Patient scenarios included were very helpful." M.C. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked how patient-centered it was while emphasizing the relationship between autonomy and beneficence." S.S. (Jan. 2022)
"This course gave me an opportunity to consider whose values I should think about for my patient." M.Y. (Dec. 2021)
"Discussion of living wills, proxy, advance directives was helpful. Liked the presentation of information while attempting to separate our "personal feedings" about pt care situations." E.H. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the thoroughness of the material and the detail provided with each point." A.D. (Dec. 2021)
“I found this course very interesting, and the speaker spoke at a nice pace. The case study provided a good example. I don't usually enjoy ethics courses, but this was pretty good.” C.C. (Dec. 2021)
"Material was clinically relevant. You can tell the presenter has a lot of experience." E.H. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the entire topic of ethics and my role. Presenter was concise and informative." B.H. (Nov. 2021)
"There was information covered that I was not familiar with and now I have a better understanding of it, especially with regards to advanced directives and informed consent." S.D. (Oct. 2021)
"I enjoyed the lovely British accent. And all the relevant topics." K.K. (Oct. 2021)
"The info re: Living Wills and Autonomy vs/Beneficence was most beneficial. I liked the speaker's accent and thoroughness." G.S. (Sept. 2021)
“The additional explanations relating to legal terminology such as advanced directives, living will, etc. were very helpful.” K.S. (Aug. 2021)
“I like the emphasis on considering personal values and biases and how these might impact on my delivery of advice/information. The reassurance that it is not within our professional boundaries to be making decisions regarding feeding tubes.” R.B. (Jun. 2021)
"The vocabulary discussion regarding autonomy and beneficence in regards to clinical work and our scope of practice was very beneficial. I liked the patient scenarios presented at the end of the seminar." K.M. (May 2021)
"I like that this material applies to my daily work. The discussion on ethical practice related to feeding tubes was most beneficial." K.F. (Mar. 2021)
“This course was very informative, short, and to the point!” D.R. (Mar. 2021)
“This course raised my awareness of the disparity that exists between what SLP' know about feeding tubes, and our decision making. Although we wouldn't want one for ourselves, we frequently support the decision for feeding tubes for our patients. I will definitely consider this more in the future.” R.K. (Feb. 2021)
"All of the information was applicable to my current caseload. The course was easy to follow." Y.C. (Feb. 2021)
"The info was good - especially the portion on feeding tubes and ethical considerations." S.B. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Paula Sullivan, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
This comprehensive presentation will discuss the impact of illness and deconditioning on swallowing and review evidence-based interventions. It will provide a clear framework to guide the practitioner, team, and family with decision-making that is appropriate and realistic, and more importantly, patient-focused.... more+
"Decision support tools were helpful. Practical info and insight into dealing with this population." T.S. (Jun. 2024)
"I appreciate the suggestions and tools to assist with having these difficult conversations with family members. Lots of examples, resources, and tools for decision making." D.W. (Feb. 2024)
"The course content was all great, and I liked the references." C.O. (Nov. 2023)
"Tube feeding decision-making and palliative care were helpful topics. The videos were highly beneficial." R.K. (Nov. 2023)
"Realistic course. The discussion of instrumental assessment, clinical assessment, QOL, and goals of care was beneficial." S.W. (Oct. 2023)
"The decision-making in end-of-life within the hospital setting was a helpful topic. I liked the excerpts and examples of phrasing for documentation." S.C. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the resources that I can share with patients and their families to aid in decision-making. This course supported my thought that instrumental testing is not always necessary for decision-making unless people are unsure of their decision or need further visual evaluation (visual) education of their actual swallow function and deficits." A.M. (Jul. 2023)
"Practical applications for long-term care settings. Discussion of tube feedings and thickened liquids was beneficial information." T.H. (Jul. 2023)
"The speaker was very clear and interesting to listen to. The handout was very well organized." L.H. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the pace of course. Discussion of starvation at end of life." R.L. (Jul. 2023)
"Discussion of starvation and euphoria were beneficial topics. I liked the resources for families." E.M. (Jun. 2023)
"This course was informative. I liked the discussion that SLPs should not necessarily offer swallowing recommendations but options instead." G.B. (Apr. 2023)
"Realistic options for advanced dementia patients and the importance of educating family members. I liked the discussion of Palliative Care vs. Hospice and options available related to dysphagia decisions." K.H. (Jan. 2023)
"Very applicable for the acute care SLP. I liked the case studies and the section about communicating when goals of care are unclear." K.N. (Nov. 2022)
"I learned how to carefully hand feed and how to work with families/patients who refuse to accept non-oral feeding." D.O. (Aug. 2022)
"Good discussion of family education. This course was easy to understand." S.J. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked the incorporation of case studies. The session on dysphagia in the end stage dementia population was beneficial." L.G. (May 2022)
"Very empathic approach. I liked the point that feeding tubes can actually detract from patient health." J.D. (Jan. 2022)
"Discussion of ways for the SLP to support palliative care for advanced patients was beneficial. I liked that the course was self-paced." E.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the decision making tools to provide to patients/families to assist in their process of making informed decisions. The research presented was relevant to enhance my understanding of the information being presented." T.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked everything! Presenter was very knowledgeable!" S.L. (Oct. 2021)
"I enjoyed the decision-making process, support, and the resources that were recommended. I was engaged the entire time. I appreciated that the slides have the majority of the discussed information on them. This allowed me to focus on listening and understanding rather than having to pause and make note of what the speaker was saying." K.G. (Aug. 2021)
"Great course giving a wealth of information as far as how to be an advocate for frail and elderly patients, and supporting families in a very stressful time with their loved ones. Course was very thorough and looking at dysphagia from all angles: medical, speech, educating patient/family members while respecting their values and choices." L.D. (Jul. 2021)
"Developing goals of care with multiple options. Review of literature to support clinical decision making." H.B. (Jun. 2021)
“The value put on careful hand feeding and written examples of how to address two possible outcomes and possible avenues of therapy. LOVED IT!! Liked the integration of case studies throughout the presentation." L.H. (Jun. 2021)
"This was a great refresher course as I transition from peds to SNFs. It was engaging and informative. I appreciated the real case studies and video footage of the fees/mbs." K.G. (May 2021)
"After 30 years in acute and IP rehab, I am transitioning to long term care/SNU. I appreciate the opportunity to think about this patient care population with greater detail to their particular needs. I am passionate about providing appropriate care. This really supported how to educate/provide options; document. It also gave great ideas on how to work with staff and volunteers." K.R. (May 2021)
"The discussion of the paradigm shift in goals of care was most beneficial. I liked the coverage of a variety of areas and topics to do with dysphagia in medically fragile and frail elderly." L.N. (May 2021)
"I liked the resources and language used. Loved the focus on patient and family." C.B. (Apr. 2021)
"Excellent course! Comprehensive and relevant to today's geriatric population with which we serve. Thank you!" L.C. (Mar. 2021)
"I enjoyed the facts re: rates of aspiration and pneumonia." A.S. (Feb. 2021)
"I appreciated the suggestions for speaking with families." M.P. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Bonnie Martin-Harris, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, ASHA Honors
This course addresses the mechanistic, anatomical and functional relationships of the human upper aerodigestive tract. A line of research derived directly from the needs of patients will highlight the interactions of respiration and swallowing. Normal and impairment models of respiratory-swallowing coordination will be reviewed as a foundation for the development of novel therapies that directly target respiratory-swallowing coordination during swallowing rehabilitation.... more+
"Discussing the need for coordination in breathing patterns and swallowing in the COPD population was beneficial. I enjoyed the information." B.P. (Aug. 2024)
"The section on COPD was beneficial. I love this platform." B.M. (May 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss COPD effects on maneuvers, structural positioning and effect on swallowing function, and interaction of systems rather than focus on phases. I liked the convenience and the ease of digesting material." O.B. (Mar. 2024)
"Beneficial discussion on the relationship between breathing and swallowing. I liked the explanation that swallowing is not in specific "phases." A.F. (Mar. 2024)
"Strategies to optimize the efficacy of maneuvers were beneficial. I liked the accessibility of the course." A.A. (Mar. 2024)
"All of this course was beneficial, and I liked the visuals." M.L. (Feb. 2024)
"How to retrain breath-swallow patterns to promote more effective laryngeal vestibule closure was beneficial. I liked the examples provided." M.S. (Dec. 2023)
"The information related to COPD is very beneficial in the SNF population. The presentation and diagrams were easy to follow and understand." S.F. (Nov. 2023)
"The Dysphagia problem profile for COPD patients was helpful. I liked the supporting references/videos." V.O. (Nov. 2023)
"Very detailed and pertinent information on A&P. I liked the content and delivery with examples from research." S.C. (Oct. 2023)
"Relationships of breath-swallowing coordination, description of impact on persons with COPD, and suggestions for application to therapy exercises were beneficial topics. I liked the videos that accompanied both research data and functional descriptions of both normal and abnormal swallowing actions." J.H. (Aug. 2023)
"Excellent visual imagery. Discussion about the most beneficial instructions for the patient to initiate swallow was helpful." A.S. (Jun. 2023)
"Good explanation of the normal swallow. The sequence common in swallowing by a patient with COPD was beneficial." H.K. (May 2023)
"Description of the phases of respiration and different patterns of coordination between respiration and deglutition, the impact of the different phases of respiration on the position of the larynx for deglutition, and description of the impact of certain diseases on breathing and swallowing were all beneficial." A.P. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning differences in breathing patterns for those with restrictive lung diseases. I liked the presentation style and flow." L.M. (Feb. 2023)
"Dysphagia in patients with COPD, coordination of swallowing and breathing (in healthy population), and videofluoroscopic analysis of swallowing physiology." A.M. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the research describing the optimal and sub-optimal breathing patterns surrounding swallowing for different patient populations. Good videos and explanations." L.A. (Dec. 2022)
"Learning to teach breath and swallow coordination to patients with respiratory issues to achieve optimal swallowing. I liked the modified barium swallowing study videos that the presenter showed." C.G. (Nov. 2022)
"Relation of respiratory phase and swallowing. Good use of swallowing imaging." J.R. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the real photos and the videos used during presentation." K.D. (Oct. 2022)
"Practical clinical implications. Excellent presentation, well organized and focused. Review of respiratory swallowing coordination and functions, swallow patterns, COPD, physiological swallowing impairments, comparison with normal aging implications for treatment and modification of swallow maneuver training." M.E. (Oct. 2022)
"Learning how swallow-breathing discoordination impacts our patients with COPD. I liked that I can complete course at my own pace, rewind and listen again." V.F. (Sep. 2022)
"The teaching on optimal breathing pattern for improved breath/swallow coordination was helpful." N.M. (Sep. 2022)
"Functional information. I liked the discussion on COPD." C.L. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the treatment strategies and ease of use of the course." L.H. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked the anatomy/physiology overview, detailed description of respiration cycle, and how it relates to the swallowing mechanism." L.H. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked learning the physiologic components of deglutition. Video studies were helpful." L.H. (Jul. 2022)
"Discussion of normal breathing pattern was helpful. I liked learning the relationship between respiration and swallowing based on the latest research evidence." H.H. (Jun. 2022)
"Related to esophageal symptoms - sticking sensation with COPD patients. Videos and animations were helpful." S.T. (Jun. 2022)
"Learning clinical features seen in patients with respiratory problems during swallowing. Learning all the physiological impairments associated with respiratory probs & COPD. Use of swallow respiratory phase / pattern training." L.H. (May 2022)
"I liked the use of MBS studies to reinforce messages and instructions for supraglottic swallow technique." L.H. (May 2022)
"I liked all of the radiographic imaging to demonstrate and support the lecture information. Very conducive to learning!" M.D. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the practical applications with head and neck cancer patients as well as COPD." A.G. (Jan. 2022)
"The explanation behind each anatomical finding associated with the physiological and pathological consequences was especially useful. It was highly structured with many useful videos." P.T. (Jan. 2022)
"Dr. Harris addressed ongoing studies to determine capacity of COPD patients to be trained in compensatory techniques designed to decrease incidence of aspiration. I liked Dr. Harris' research oriented presentation (per usual)." R.A. (Dec. 2021)
"Learning therapeutic strategies with COPD patients. Very practical, good use of videofluoroscopy examples." K.B. (Dec. 2021)
"I gained understanding that pt's can be trained to modify respiratory and swallow patterns – content was clear, concise and relevant to the topic." R.B. (Oct. 2021)
"I enjoyed the review of physiology as it is always good to brush up on! I also very much feel I will benefit from the information relating to the changes seen in the different types of COPD and the significance of the breathing pattern. It was great to be able to do it on my own time. I have been watching slowly over lunch breaks as I have time and it has been a perfect way to get it done!" J.D. (Aug. 2021)
"I found the discussion of training optimal respiratory-swallowing patterning to be very insightful. I also liked the inclusion of VFSS videos to demonstrate topics.” R.S. (Aug. 2021)
"This course increased my knowledge of optimal breath-swallow patterns and provided evidence that training of these patterns is possible. I appreciated the details regarding the physiological processes of swallowing that are impacted by pulmonary disease." R.K. (Jul. 2021)
"Course was concise, but provided so much background information prior to covering the topic – a really good refresher course on normal swallowing with lots of visuals." S.D. (Apr. 2021)
"I work in a SNF and we do have a few COPD pts where this material will apply. I have little information of swallow tx for this type of pt so this course is very helpful. I enjoyed this seminar, thank you." G.J. (Apr. 2021)
"I enjoyed the discussion toward the end of the course regarding retraining optimal respiratory-swallow coordination. I would be very interested in learning more about this and how to apply in clinical practice. I liked the discussion of relevant evidence-based research & visual/graphic demonstration of swallowing." K.C. (Mar. 2021)
"The discussion on possible swallow impairments in the COPD population was especially useful." C.P. (Feb. 2021)
"Anatomy and physiology review is always beneficial. I like the evidence that selected safe swallowing strategies actually do work." J.K. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: James L. Coyle, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, ASHA Fellow
This course focuses on common findings from chest imaging reports and lab tests, and deciphers the language within those reports to enable the SLP to more expertly integrate that information into patient management. Important aspects of the pathogenesis and differential diagnosis of aspiration pneumonia will be discussed... more+
"Chest imaging definitions, examples, and relation to possible aspiration were all beneficial. The segments were short and easy to digest, loved the captions available." P.L. (Aug. 2024)
"Interpretation and Terminology of chest imaging was helpful. I liked the use of imagery, written text, and verbal instruction." D.T. (Aug. 2024)
"Clarification of physiology and terminology used in various lung and chest imaging and what is most directly related to dysphagia/aspiration. Quick and clear- easy to watch and engage with - lots of diagrams and imaging to really clarify the content of the presentation." G.M. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussing the difference between community pneumonia vs. aspiration pneumonia and how to read x-rays was helpful." A.S. (Jul. 2024)
"It was beneficial learning about limitations and general info about Chest X-Rays and CT scans. I also liked the last portion about dysphagia and aspiration." E.B. (Jul. 2024)
"Imaging was helpful. I enjoyed the closed captioning, simplicity of slides/terminology, and the clarity of info." L.C. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing the specificity of lung diseases and their relation to assessment of dysphagia was beneficial. The presenter is highly knowledgeable of the subject matter and utilizes graphics well." R.A. (Jul. 2024)
"Every aspect of this course was beneficial for daily practice, especially for teaching students." T.I. (May. 2024)
"I liked discussing the distinctions on different pulmonary conditions. Chest x-rays were beneficial." B.M. (May. 2024)
"All of the information was beneficial." C.C. (Apr. 2024)
"Clarification of often vague or synonymous terms. I liked the course organization, simplicity of slides, and focused scope of presentation." B.C. (Apr. 2024)
"Explanations of imaging and common terminology associated with chest imaging. Simple to understand!" S.B. (Mar. 2024)
"It was helpful distinguishing terminology in chest X-rays. I enjoyed having real images to reference." N.I. (Mar. 2024)
"Learning that the word infiltrates could mean aspiration pna but not to rely on this alone, I need to look at the big picture of the pt to make a clinical decision. Learning about the different chest imaging terminology and understanding how it could likely relate vs. most likely not related to dysphagia." B.G. (Feb. 2024)
"Chest x-ray terminology was helpful. I liked the course clarity." J.T. (Feb. 2024)
"How chest X-rays are read. I liked the visuals of the lobes of the lungs and how they overlap." A.F. (Feb. 2024)
"Discussing CXR vs CT chest was beneficial. I liked the explanation on what to look for specifically for dysphagia." R.L. (Feb. 2024)
"The images of the CXRs were crucial in association of topics discussed and extremely beneficial to my understanding of how to delineate between terminology in relation to xray images." C.S. (Feb. 2024)
"Extremely helpful in understanding and applying to my daily practice within the medical field. As well as educate some residents on why saying "aspiration pneumonia" in such a broad term results in over consulting and reduced understanding of dysphagia causing pneumonia versus dysphagia as a result of pneumonia." C.S. (Feb. 2024)
"The chest imaging was beneficial. I liked all of the content." K.P. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the clarification on pneumonia vs aspiration pneumonia. Good pace." E.R. (Dec. 2023)
"Anatomy and CXR findings were most helpful to my practice. Dr. Coyle made the material easy to understand and also extremely applicable to practice." E.G. (Nov. 2023)
"The whole discussion was beneficial. I liked the x-ray interpretation." C.S. (Nov. 2023)
"The specific terms found on chest x-rays helped me to better read and interpret the radiologist's report. I LOVED the visuals, loved the analogies used, really helped solidify my learning." K.W. (Nov. 2023)
"Very informative course. Recognizing the lung lobes that most likely indicate aspiration pneumonia was helpful." G.G. (Oct. 2023)
"The speaker explained things very well. Understanding medical reports and learning about medications and how they work with neurotransmitters was beneficial." L.D. (Oct. 2023)
"Reading chest x-rays and information regarding pneumonia relating to dysphagia were beneficial topics. Clearly explained information." W.E. (Oct. 2023)
"Clear and concise course. The explanation of different lung disorders was helpful." R.W. (Oct. 2023)
"Dr. Coyle makes the information easy to understand. I liked the CXR review of terms." V.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Interpreting imaging to support intervention. Always a joy listening to the brilliant Dr. Coyle!" S.C. (Sep. 2023)
"The explanation and images of chest xrays made the information easy to understand. The examples presented were excellent." S.B. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked course relevance to my daily work. Reading the chest xrays was beneficial." K.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Understanding the terms and definitions related to chest x-ray was beneficial. Learning what medications do to synaptic connections, muscles, organs. I liked the speaker's clear delivery and pace of discussions as well as his slides." J.D. (Aug. 2023)
"The discussion on X-ray images and report was beneficial." N.K. (Jul. 2023)
"Understanding the difference between other pneumonias from aspiration pneumonia was beneficial. Speaker kept material simple with excellent diagrams." L.M. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the speaker's depth of knowledge re: chest imaging, differentiation among types of lung conditions, and how to think of dysphagia-related pneumonia versus community-acquired pneumonia." J.A. (Jun. 2023)
"Reviewing terminology and the interpretation of chest x-rays were beneficial." K.E. (Jun. 2023)
"Course was to the point and factual." M.G. (Jun. 2023)
"Information I can use daily. I liked the chest x-ray information." E.E. (Jun. 2023)
"Systematic explanation on how to read chest x-rays." L.F. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the chest xray interpretation. Very relevant to my practice, thank you!" K.W. (Apr. 2023)
"Clear images and descriptions. Definitions of common chest xray vocabulary was beneficial." M.Y. (Apr. 2023)
"The lab values discussion and examples of lung Xrays were very helpful. Lots of visuals." B.H. (Apr. 2023)
"Reading chest x-rays and definitions of conditions impacting and impacted by dysphagia was beneficial." K.B. (Jan. 2023)
"The education on the chest x-ray portion was helpful." J.J. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked how the presenter went through the interpretation of CXR reports and how each pulmonary disease process can affect the respiratory system and dysphagia. All the visuals, images, figures were helpful." R.W. (Dec. 2022)
"Actual examples of CT and CXR images included. I liked the metaphorical comparisons, graphics, images." K.B. (Dec. 2022)
"It was helpful to go through all the common terms on the CXR. Normal ranges for lab values and bloodwork was useful too." K.L. (Dec. 2022)
"All the content was relevant. I liked that the instructor showed actual CXR images and talked through them. I was especially surprised to learn about PPI increasing risk of pneumonia." K.L. (Dec. 2022)
"This course had great analysis of lung imaging. It also had great illustrations of lung issues." E.D. (Dec. 2022)
"I loved the specifics in this course and science behind it. Showing CXRs and CT scans was super helpful." D.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Great stats. Jim is the guru. Thanks to him for his expertise!" J.C. (Nov. 2022)
"Reading imaging and how to interpret it clinically to assess patients was beneficial." C.G. (Nov. 2022)
"Clear and concise information. Interpretation of chest imaging, differential dx for PNA." B.M. (Nov. 2022)
"All of this information was very informative." J.H. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the chest xray visuals and explanation of terminology." J.K. (Sept. 2022)
"Very relevant info. Liked discussion of blood work and medications." C.L. (Sept. 2022)
"I thought the entire course was insightful. Reading chest x-rays and corresponding tests were beneficial." M.R. (Aug. 2022)
"Dr. Coyle is an excellent speaker and very knowledgeable. The x-ray terminology and visual examples were helpful." L.S. (Aug. 2022)
"This course was very helpful to me since I work in an acute care, rural hospital. The information covered was concise. I appreciated the definitions of terminology frequently used in reports. The points about dysphagia needing to precede aspiration PNA & influence of PPI on PNA was insightful." A.F. (Aug. 2022)
"Everything was great. I liked that the sections were broken up." D.S. (Aug. 2022)
"It was helpful to learn the terminology frequently mentioned in chest x-rays. I liked that the information was easy to digest." B.N. (Aug. 2022)
"I now have a much better understanding of terminology used in chest imaging. Liked the clear descriptions with visuals." K.R. (Jul. 2022)
"Liked that you can rewind / rewatch / repeat information to increase comprehension of information." G.A. (Jul. 2022)
"I learned how to use terminology that is familiar to physicians, so that we can engage in meaningful discussions with our MD colleagues. l liked the images used, and also the information about how to engage in a meaningful conversation about dysphagia-related aspiration pneumonia." C.S. (Jul. 2022)
"All content was beneficial. I liked the explanations of the pulmonary dx." J.P. (Jun. 2022)
"Liked the ease of understanding course information. Interpreting the wording of chest X-rays was beneficial. This validates that I'm looking after the entire picture of the patient findings!" A.M. (May 2022)
"Great overview of imaging." A.S. (May 2022)
"I liked viewing chest x-rays, and gaining the meaning of medical tests." L.S. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the components and additional tools to utilize during my clinical dysphagia evaluations." M.M. (Apr. 2022)
"It was helpful to have chest x-ray terms defined/explained. I knew the course would be comprehensive and informative based on who the speaker was." J.O. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the succinct but thorough presentation of information. Presenter got right to the nuts and bolts of the information we need." S.R. (Apr. 2022)
"The information was well presented and easy to understand." M.J. (Apr. 2022)
"Clear, concise explanations of CXR terminology." L.W. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked all of it! Learning definitions of things that could be read on the imaging and lab reports." S.U. (Jan. 2022)
"I loved the discussion of CXR and Chest CT terminology and images. The explanation of the relationship of neutrophils and WBCs was fascinating. It was helpful to have review of pleural edema vs. effusion. DR. JAMES COYLE IS AMAZING!!!! The content density, organizational flow, efficiency and listenability were excellent." M.P. (Jan. 2022)
"Distinguishing dysphagia related pneumonias from other causes of pneumonia. Very informative." M.G. (Jan. 2022)
"The explanation of the terms used in x-rays and the limitations of a chest x-ray was beneficial. I liked the visual pictures." N.W. (Jan. 2022)
"Dr. Coyle has an amazing grasp of the respiratory system and this is evident in every talk I hear of his. Very relevant information for a therapist working in acute care as I do." D.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the distinctions of aspiration pneumonia secondary to dysphagia - Illustrations and CXRs." C.W. (Dec. 2021)
"All content will be beneficial. It was well organized and incorporated helpful visuals." H.B. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the breadth of information it covered and how the presenter broke it down so that I could comprehend all the terms and the physiology." S.W. (Nov. 2021)
"LOVED explanations of various terms used in CXR imaging with pictures. VERY helpful to assist with understanding what may be dysphagia-related aspiration. Very easy to follow and understand. Excellent organization. Great for those with little knowledge of understanding CXRs/CT imaging." K.C. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the quick presentation and the discussion of a topic followed by immediate image to show what was just discussed." J.P. (Nov. 2021)
"This course was very dense in details, and put together a lot of terminology that I see regularly in a way that clarified my understanding of the overall pattern of findings." S.H. (Nov. 2021)
"Reviewing the parts of the lung in A-P and CT chest xray views as well as defining terms used in the reports will be beneficial for my daily practice. I likes the visuals provided. They were easy to follow along with the audio/explanations." E.W. (Oct. 2021)
"I'm an acute care SLP and I feel much more prepared to understand diagnostics from a physician perspective and how that translates to consults I receive and how to differentially diagnose." C.C. (Sept. 2021)
"Discussion of difference among various chest x-ray results was beneficial for my daily practice. Nice review of potential test results and the differences among them." T.M. (Sept. 2021)
"I enjoyed the explanation of Chest X-Ray terminology and the images of chest x-rays and CT scans." R.M. (Jul. 2021)
“I now feel more prepared to study radiology reports with other evidence in the chart.” C.S. (May 2021)
“The differences in terminology related to effusion vs. infiltrates was very helpful.” R.K. (Apr. 2021)
“The discussion of pneumonia-causing dysphagia versus dysphagia causing pneumonia was very helpful.” J.A. (Apr. 2021)
“I enjoyed the review of common terminology. Also, the indirect emphasis on critical thinking when interpreting chest imaging as it relates to swallowing and potentially dysphagia was helpful.” M.H. (Feb. 2021)
“I found that the explanation of the multiple variables to consider in the determination of aspiration pneumonia to be beneficial. I also liked Dr. Coyle's concise and specific explanations and descriptions.” K.S. (Jan. 2021)
Presenters: Bonnie Martin-Harris, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, ASHA Honors & Kate Davidson, MS, CCC-SLP
Learn how the MBSImP™ approach can be used to link physiologic components of swallowing with evidence-based interventions to target swallowing impairment. MBSS cases are presented and participants are guided through selection of interventions and treatment planning. Course is appropriate for SLPs who assess and/or treat adult patients with dysphagia. Prior completion of the MBSImP Training is suggested, but not a requirement.... more+
"Particularly beneficial was how each MBSS target was divided into compensatory/retraining exercises. I liked that the course could be done independently and at each person's own time." A.B. (Aug. 2024)
"Frontline tactics was a good topic, gave me ideas on what I can do during the study in real time. I appreciated the case studies, seeing how to make the most appropriate SMART goals." K.S. (Jul. 2024)
"This is all wonderful information as we frequently do MBSS and then see the same patients for treatment. Organized well." K.P. (Jul. 2024)
"The discussion of frontline tactics will probably be the most beneficial and applicable to my acute care practice; and also the discussion of strength and skill training. I liked that course was self-directed and that I could complete it over the long term." L.D. (Jul. 2024)
"Going through all the interventions and literature, and understanding the rationale behind every intervention was beneficial. The course was very thorough." K.K. (Jul. 2024)
"Case studies were helpful and I liked that I was able to complete at my own pace during downtimes at work." P.A. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the specific exercises that target the specific components from the MBSImP." A.W. (Jul. 2024)
"Utilizing MBSS to determine POC was helpful. I liked the different examples of tx based on the impairment." D.G. (Jul. 2024)
"All of the information was beneficial. I liked the presenter." J.P. (Jul. 2024)
"The breakdown of compensation and retraining recommendations for various components along the MBSIMP scoring sheet. I also enjoyed the case studies at the end of the course with review of results. This really helped to put all of the information together. The breakdown of each scoring component of the MBSImP and how to address the deficits found to improve pt outcomes." S.B. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the organization, graphics, and case studies." S.W. (Jun. 2024)
"I enjoyed learning about the case studies part of the course. This gives me a better idea on how to apply MBSImP results to therapy. The course was very informative and organized." E.T. (Jun. 2024)
"The differentiation between compensatory strategies and retraining was beneficial. This course was very comprehensive! I feel more confident approaching dysphagia interventions now." H.M. (Jun. 2024)
"The case study and the write-up of short-term goals in a more specific method to plan for swallowing rehab was helpful." O.K. (Jun. 2024)
"Review of physiology guiding targeted treatment was beneficial. I enjoyed the videos/case studies." A.W. (May 2024)
"I recently became MBSImP trained, so linking the impairments to treatment is very helpful. I liked that the course was straightforward." L.M. (May 2024)
"EBP therapy was a beneficial topic discussed. I enjoyed the case studies and breakdown of tx targets." S.K. (May 2024)
"Maneuvers and therapy strategies were beneficial. Easy to stop and repeat the course." G.M. (Apr. 2024)
"Treatment plans were helpful. The information directly related to my caseload." A.G. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the view of Images. Clear and concise information." D.N. (Apr. 2024)
"The targeted intervention plan based on physiology was helpful. I liked the case study examples." A.C. (Apr. 2024)
"The specific techniques used for physiological impairment were beneficial to discuss. I liked the listed references that you could refer back to to treat each component." M.G. (Apr. 2024)
"Reviewing research based retraining methods based upon component scores AND goal writing. I like how the sections were determined. The course content was thorough and very applicable to clinical experiences." L.T. (Apr. 2024)
"All of the course was beneficial! After completing the MBSImP it was nice to be able to translate that knowledge! This course was easy to access and can be revisited as needed!" A.M. (Apr. 2024)
"I enjoyed the refresh on which strategies to try for different areas of breakdown, and the information on the variety of treatment options available. Able to do course in my own time, at my own pace. Clear slides. Easy to digest information." E.M. (Apr. 2024)
"I liked the content, clarity, and accessibility." H.B. (Apr. 2024)
"Learning which compensatory strategies and maneuvers to use for different pathologies was beneficial. I enjoyed the video/visual components." M.T. (Mar. 2024)
"Therapeutic interventions with MBS video side by side. Useful in daily clinic." A.M. (Mar. 2024)
"I liked the case studies. This course was easy to access." A.J. (Mar. 2024)
"Interventions were beneficial. The course was comprehensive." M.G. (Feb. 2024)
"Application of treatment methods and case studies were all beneficial." D.S. (Feb. 2024)
"The treatment approaches were beneficial. I enjoyed the simplicity of content." E.H. (Feb. 2024)
"Specific exercises and compensatory strategies for specific impairments. I liked the lectures." M.M. (Jan. 2024)
"Mapping impairment to proper modification or strength target. I liked the visuals!" M.O. (Jan. 2024)
"Association between specific impairments noted in the MBS and targeted exercises to address in treatment." J.W. (Jan. 2024)
"Goal writing was helpful. Clearly organized course." I.D. (Jan. 2024)
"I enjoyed the case studies." A.M. (Jan. 2024)
"Compensatory Interventions such as modifying food and liquids, sensory stimulation, and altering postures were beneficial to discuss. I liked the accessibility of the course and how it worked in my schedule." E.H. (Jan. 2024)
"Translating MBSImP impairments into immediate targeted goals for safe PO intake at the acute care phase was helpful. I liked the written handouts, video examples, and option for closed captioning." C.C. (Dec. 2023)
"I appreciated the review of targeted components with frontline tactics. I liked the identification of specific interventions based on the pathology." S.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Breaking down compensation versus retraining for each component of MBSImP was fantastic! Great visuals, clearly presented. I am very pleased with the course. I liked the case studies!" E.L. (Dec. 2023)
"Learning which treatments target the specific areas of deficit was beneficial. I liked how all the compensatory and rehabilitation strategies were applied directly to the areas of deficit identified." A.D. (Dec. 2023)
"Evidence of different interventions - when to use them and considerations for use. I liked the video examples of the impact of maneuvers - particularly in FEES view. Case studies with before and after MBSImP scores." L.A. (Dec. 2023)
"I really enjoyed the patient profiles. I liked everything, and how I could go at my own pace." A.S. (Dec. 2023)
"Explanation of which swallowing exercises are beneficial for impairments in which MBSImP components were beneficial. The course was very clearly laid out and presented, and it was practical for my daily clinical use." H.T. (Dec. 2023)
"The selection of interventions to target specific MBSImP components was helpful. I liked the case presentations." C.L. (Dec. 2023)
"Being able to translate assessment results from MBSS to targeted tx was beneficial. I enjoyed the thorough explanations, examples given, and case studies." J.F. (Nov. 2023)
"Rehab was a helpful topic. I liked how accessible the course was." M.R. (Nov. 2023)
"I enjoyed the overall translation of MBS findings into therapy activities." M.F. (Nov. 2023)
"A comprehensive review of how each component of the disordered swallow is related to the therapeutic approaches. Easy to follow thanks to the visuals." O.J. (Nov. 2023)
"Application of pathophysiology-directed treatment. I liked the case studies." D.S. (Nov. 2023)
"Translating which components can be targeted by different oral-pharyngeal exercises. There were many examples and repetition to retain information." K.A. (Nov. 2023)
"Indications for specific exercises and maneuvers. The practice cases were beneficial." S.S. (Oct. 2023)
"Specific exercises and targeted treatment based on VFSS results. I liked the review of the pathophysiology underlying and the research cited." L.T. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the review of skill-based and retraining interventions as well as compensations. And the case study examples." L.L. (Oct. 2023)
"I really enjoyed the section where the different maneuvers were discussed and how these maneuvers help where the different deficits are located." M.D. (Oct. 2023)
"EBP treatment options - very helpful for listing out treatments per impairment(s). Very thorough course. Case studies were helpful!" A.H. (Oct. 2023)
"Applying principles of MBSImP to patient-specific therapy was beneficial. I liked the narration and video content of example swallows." C.W. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the available evidence relating to treatment options." K.J. (Oct. 2023)
"This course was excellent. I liked the case studies w/ diagnostics to treatment POCs and rationale." L.I. (Sep. 2023)
"The strategies and maneuvers related to specific impairments were beneficial. I liked the review of MBSImP and detailed exercises, especially ones that don’t require equipment during relatively short acute stays." J.P. (Sep. 2023)
"Determining treatment approaches based on physiologic impairment as observed during the MBSS. I liked the presentation of the case studies." K.S. (Sep. 2023)
"Good overview of treatment options. I liked viewing the MBSImP study videos before, during and after treatment." V.O. (Sep. 2023)
"Discussing which strengthening tasks coincide with certain deficit areas was helpful. I liked that the course went step-by-step through all the 17 areas of the MBSImP and what to target in treatment for each." M.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Most relevant CEU course I have ever taken." C.F. (Aug. 2023)
"Interventions for dysphagia management. I liked the manner in which course was presented - easy to follow." A.D. (Aug. 2023)
"Translating MBS results into treatment plans & goals. Videos and case studies were beneficial." E.W. (Aug. 2023)
"Postural recommendations for appropriate patients was beneficial. I liked the video demonstrations of improvement using strategies. And learning about wearable tech and biofeedback." S.B. (Jul. 2023)
"Practical information, especially the case studies. Translating assessment results was beneficial." R.W. (Jul. 2023)
"Informative and practical. All of the content was really helpful." H.C. (Jul. 2023)
"Intervention and targeted practice for patients with dysphagia. The various VFSS videos helped to explain further and better my understanding of why the MBS study is important." L.P. (Jul. 2023)
"Related treatment techniques to each of the 17 components of the swallow per MBSImP. I appreciated the emphasis on research." E.K. (Jul. 2023)
"I enjoyed the targeted treatment plans and examples of SMART goals. Explanations of which exercises are supported by research and when to use each one." K.G. (Jun. 2023)
"Learning impact of different types of swallowing treatment and the evidence. I liked the visual representation." K.M. (Jun. 2023)
"I thought the slides on oropharyngeal exercises and which physiologic areas they target specifically to be very helpful. I appreciated the real cases and MBS studies to help illustrate course information." L.G. (Jun. 2023)
"Thorough and informative course. Skill vs. strength training was beneficial to discuss." A.S. (Jun. 2023)
"Excellent course. The case studies were super helpful. I loved the application of the clinical knowledge to case studies." A.S. (May 2023)
"Lots of good information. Compensation and retraining exercises that target each individual MBSImP component." C.K. (May 2023)
"Learning which treatment activities match to components on the MBSImP and which strength training devices are available for swallowing treatment. I liked that I was able to complete this course at my own pace. Use of materials and examples were clear and illustrated the information." D.B. (May 2023)
"Linking the MBSImP component with strategies and targeted treatment. Translating assessment results to physiologically targeted treatment, strength training, skill training, intensive multi-modality interventions, and the case studies were all beneficial." L.C. (May 2023)
"The entire presentation was beneficial. I liked how this course reviewed MBS and went into detail about what was actually visualized." T.C. (Apr. 2023)
"Correlation of MBS with treatment recommendations. I liked the detailed information." K.V. (Apr. 2023)
"Pharyngeal contraction exercises were beneficial. I liked how the course was laid out. Very easy to understand." J.D. (Mar. 2023)
"Very thorough course. I liked the information on picking skill and strength training exercises based on the MBSImP components." F.B. (Mar. 2023)
"The MBS slides, documentation, goal writing, and tx plan were beneficial. Liked that I could do the course at my own pace and refer back to it." B.G. (Mar. 2023)
"Specific treatment goals. I liked the case studies." J.B. (Mar. 2023)
"Identifying specific exercises for targeted areas. All of the evidence! EBP!" A.A. (Mar. 2023)
"Therapy recommendations based on MBSImP results." T.L. (Feb. 2023)
"Very pertinent to my daily practice. I liked the biofeedback." J.W. (Feb. 2023)
"Converting MBS results to targeted treatment. Examples, treatment plans, and actual pre and post treatment results." B.B. (Feb. 2023)
"Great visuals, easy to understand step-by-step procedures. Knowledge of A&P, how and when to use specific types of direct therapy for patients with dysphagia." S.V. (Feb. 2023)
"Recommendations for short term goals and objectives based on MBSS results from case studies. Really good quality video/graphics with case study MBSS's." J.A. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the MBS videos in the case studies." M.W. (Jan. 2023)
"Discussion on treatment plans with long and short term goals and treatment objectives. Good organization and examples w/video." A.M. (Jan. 2023)
"Course goes into lots of detail about different interventions. Going through individual MBSImP components and relating them to therapy was beneficial." C.H. (Jan. 2023)
"The case studies were great - translating observations and MBSImP scores into targeted tx." M.F. (Dec. 2022)
"Lots of useful information. I liked the discussion of strategies and compensations that are useful and how they are evidence based." S.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Correlating MBSImP data points (scores) with interventions. Practical, as I have recently completed the MBSImP course." J.B. (Dec. 2022)
"The case studies were very practical and useful. I liked how I was able to complete course at my own pace." V.G. (Dec. 2022)
"Review of principles of neuroplasticity was beneficial." E.L. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the case studies of patients in the acute care setting." A.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Lots of VFSS to look at and consider therapy approaches." N.F. (Dec. 2022)
"Research-based benefits of specific exercises. Course was well organized." W.K. (Nov. 2022)
"The detailed explanation of retraining strategies for impairments was helpful." R.M. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked discussion of strength training. Good examples." S.H. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the types of strategies listed under each component and the convenience of taking the course online." K.M. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the ability to stop/start between each presentation. And linking specific impairment to exercises." V.C. (Oct. 2022)
"The format of the course was excellent!" L.Y. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the pace, the case studies, the videos, the rating scales, descriptions, format, and flow. The course was easy to follow." K.H. (Sept. 2022)
"All of the content was very beneficial and I was able to do it according to my schedule." P.S. (Sept. 2022)
"Treatment approaches based on the MBSImP impairments - I learned how to apply these results to treatment. The course format was helpful and the explanations for treatment approaches were clear." L.F. (Sept. 2022)
"The content of this course will benefit my daily practice once I have the opportunity to work in a medical setting. I liked that it gave potential treatments to address underlying causes of the pathophysiologies identified during MBS." L.A. (Sept. 2022)
"This course was easy to follow. Liked the specific treatment techniques for specific components of the MBSImP." M.R. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the powerpoint." C.C. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the videos to go along with explanations of where the disorder is. And determining recommendations for exercises after a MBS." K.K. (Sept. 2022)
"The huge amount of information on swallowing treatment was great, the flow of information in the course is smooth, and it included almost all known therapy approaches for swallowing." A.A. (Aug. 2022)
"Everything was good. What a plethora of information! This was a great course, so much information, charts, the associated videofluoroscopy swallowing studies, outlined goals etc! Thank you so much!" R.H. (Aug. 2022)
"Very informative & useful information! Compensations & retraining exercises specific to each component and with rationale! Liked going through the case studies." A.H. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked that this course covered specific interventions, and that I could go at my own pace." B.M. (Aug. 2022)
"The case studies, the content, and delivery were particularly helpful." E.N. (Aug. 2022)
"The case studies were interesting and I appreciated the review of the different interventions." J.P. (Aug. 2022)
"Updated evidence based treatment methods; use of actual MBSs to reinforce information; breakdown of the information was excellent." C.B. (Aug. 2022)
"The content and quality of the case studies were exceptional! This course was thorough, relevant, and extremely useful in thinking through therapeutic intervention for dysphagia." M.K. (July 2022)
"Learning the breakdown of the 17 physiologic components of the swallow, the what/where/when of each and then the examples of how these would be rated using an example MBSS. I like that I could complete the course at my own pace and I could repeat sections as needed. I also appreciate the downloadable materials that I can now use and reference in my clinical practice." K.F.-H. (July 2022)
"The course is very well done. All of the content was very beneficial." D.P. (July 2022)
"I loved and really connected to the beginning when our skills as SLPs were validated and highlighted to the highest extent. We are so commonly mistaken as professionals who are "just looking for aspiration" by the doctors at the hospital and they have no idea the level of detail we are assessing!" E.R. (June 2022)
"I loved EVERYTHING about the course! Especially the detailed breakdown of each component from MBSImP and how to treat it. I also like all the great research resources." E.R. (June 2022)
"I enjoyed the case studies, followed by specific goals/plans for patient care. I liked the expertise of the presenters. I know the information is accurate and reliable." M.B. (June 2022)
"I liked the practical applications of therapy (compensatory and behavioral)." L.M. (June 2022)
"Concise content, rich examples, detailed information, based on evidence-based medicine." H.H. (May 2022)
"I liked that I could proceed at my own pace as it is on-demand; exercises that specifically target the components; mention of biofeedback and types; included some innovations in treatment." L.C. (May 2022)
"This was all very relevant and thorough. I liked the strategies to use for various impairments." S.K. (May 2022)
"The application practices are extremely helpful. Clear, precise information. Well done!" T.K. (May 2022)
"I liked the review of dysphagia components and the case studies." B.W. (May 2022)
"I liked the connection between MBSImP scores and treatment targets via presenting the case studies." A.C. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the frontline tactics/compensatory strategies, and how it is divided into different types of treatment." L.M. (Apr. 2022)
"All material was relevant and well structured. I liked the literature reviews and useable resources." S.S. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked being able to review cases and videos and see the treatment options planned as a result. I liked that I could access it when able to, around other work commitments." C.C. (Mar. 2022)
"Evidence-based practice of treatment. Flexible pace of learning." W.L. (Mar. 2022)
"My skills as a clinician will be improved by the connection between impairments seen on the MBSS and strengthening/retraining interventions directly targeting these deficits." W.E. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the review of anatomy of the swallow in detail, and the interventions suggested. Easy to access – material easy to follow and process." L.A. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the review of swallowing exercises and when to use them based on MBS findings. Introduction to treatment programs that were unfamiliar to me; appreciate the discussions on current research. Review of MBSImP components (although I recently finished training, so not as beneficial - but, the Compensation vs Retraining slides for each component was NICE!). CASE STUDIES! Very helpful in looking at a case from beginning to end." J.K. (Feb. 2022)
"I found it very beneficial to have case studies with a systematic approach to evaluation and treatment, including goal-writing. I liked that there were several case studies from start to finish." K.D. (Jan. 2022)
"The case studies were very helpful. I felt that I could implement the goal-writing immediately." T.D. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked using the specific components of the MBSImP to determine treatment targets. Easy to understand and salient to my daily practice as a medically based SLP." M.J. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked watching the MBSS and then seeing what therapy techniques would be used in therapy." H.B. (Jan. 2022)
"Very practical information and excellent adjunct to the MBSImP training." C.B. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked seeing the case studies from start to finish of their treatment." A.G. (Dec. 2021)
"The case studies where the PMH, current nutritional status, MBS-Imp scores, goals and treatment plan. This was fantastic!" M.B. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the pace, the detail, the mastery by the presenters. I saw Bonnie do the MBSImP course many years ago and I'm glad we have gurus like her still helping us be better and better." J.C. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the outline of evidence-based treatment approaches, including new programs." S.E. (Nov. 2021)
"The breakdown of specific treatment activities for each possible area of deficit of swallowing were beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the simple format with helpful course slides." V.B. (Oct. 2021)
"Treatment plan examples for intervention targeting underlying mechanisms were beneficial for my daily practice." J.W. (Oct. 2021)
"I appreciated the slides depicting how you can have similar issues (i.e. aspiration, pharyngeal residue) but the cause be from completely different physiology. I liked the clear review of treatment options in an organized way based on MBSImP." S.S. (Oct. 2021)
"I liked that I could work at my own pace. Use printed as well as audio to learn." D.S. (Sept. 2021)
"The evidence on the efficacy of each treatment method and the case studies were beneficial for my practice." B.I. (Aug. 2021)
“I really enjoyed that the material was highly applicable to clinical practice and intervention. I also felt the speaker, images and slides were clear and concise.” K.P. (Aug. 2021)
“I thought all of the information presented was not only well researched, but explained very clearly with a lot of very good examples.” L.S. (July 2021)
“The breakdown of specific exercises and which physiologic impairments they target were helpful. As well as the provision of the evidence base.” R.M. (July 2021)
"It had a lot of functional ways of implementing the results of the MBSS from goal setting, to compensatory strategies, to therapeutic modalities that were all evidence based." C.S. (July 2021)
"I liked that the case studies allowed revision of MBSImP studies and demonstrated how to link outcome to treatment." D.W. (May 2021)
"The videos breaking down each MBSImP component and most supported interventions were exactly what I hoped to see in this course. Additionally, the review of each intervention approach, the evidence (or lack of), and further discussion will help direct my intervention planning." E.F. (Apr. 2021)
"Having specific information on each exercise or compensatory strategy - function, mechanics, and targets - was most beneficial. I liked the thoroughness and logical progression." B.D. (Apr. 2021)
"Very clear every step of the way. Excellent visuals and case studies to complement the information. I liked the review of all aspects of the MBS and specific therapies to target each area. Very comprehensive." T.M. (Mar. 2021)
"I loved the information about which treatment approaches were best suited for each impairment identified on the MBSImP." L.L. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Sandra R. Holtzman, MS, CCC-SLP, COM, QOM
Ankyloglossia and the SLP – To ignore it, or not? To refer it, or not? In this course, learn information critical in advising parents regarding infant feeding issues, dental concerns, emotional and social aspects, swallowing considerations, and most importantly the speech connection. Participants will be introduced to assessments and various techniques used to release the lingual frenum.... more+
"Post Procedure therapy and assessment tools were helpful. I liked the discussion of how tongue ties have various appearances and functional impacts." K.R. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussion that appearance alone is not enough to identify tongue tie was helpful. The course was thorough." N.R. (Aug. 2024)
"Assessment of tongue ties was the most beneficial for me." M.C. (Aug. 2024)
"All of the information was helpful! She provides examples in videos and pictures to demonstrate her points. I feel I have a much better understanding of Ankyloglossia now!" C.N. (Aug. 2024)
"The classifications of tongue tie were helpful to discuss, and the assessment of these. The information was easy to learn." J.M. (Aug. 2024)
"Classification system was a good review. PowerPoint was very helpful." E.S. (Aug. 2024)
"The assessment portion was helpful. I appreciated the thorough information and the videos." L.B. (Aug. 2024)
"The practical role of the SLP was beneficial to discuss. The course touched on a lot of topics and gave a nice overview of them even as there was not enough time to go in depth." Y.E. (Aug. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss how tongue tie can affect speech even if it is not severe. Very informative and "real"." C.P. (Jul. 2024)
"The assessment tools were helpful. I liked the videos and pictures she used along with the content." C.T. (Jul. 2024)
"Real examples used (photos and videos). The course was organized and clear." C.T. (Jul. 2024)
"Assessment protocols were beneficial. I liked the self-guided platform, details about assessment protocols pictures/videos." N.F. (Jul. 2024)
"Specific photo examples and descriptions detailing them, and the videos of restrictions and without restrictions were beneficial. I liked watching the content at my own pace, and the excellent wealth of knowledge." K.O. (Jul. 2024)
"Discussing when to refer for surgery was helpful. The course was informative with practical examples." D.F. (Jul. 2024)
"I liked the video footage of both assessment tasks pre-op and post-op to better train my eye and understanding of what to look for!" H.W. (Jul. 2024)
"The detailed description of varying types of tongue tie as well as the long term implications was immensely helpful. I will be spending more time on assessing, and now have better tools to describe ankyloglossia. I liked the visuals, case studies, descriptions of various tests as well as the broad coverage of tongue tie effects." M.N. (Jul. 2024)
"The different areas that a tongue tie can affect in eating, swallowing, speech, etc. I also enjoyed the information on the level of severity. Recognizing that there are other areas that tongue ties could be affecting and that sometimes tongue ties that do not look as bad can still be significant or vice versa. You always need to ask questions and check the function of the tongue." B.L. (Jul. 2024)
"Pictures of Different Tongue /Lip Ties and Case Examples were beneficial. I was able to understand more about my son's lip and tongue tie." H.E. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked the assessment and considerations for tongue tie." A.D. (Jun. 2024)
"Identification of tongue ties was a beneficial topic. Lots of photos and videos of individuals with ankyloglossia." K.B. (Jun. 2024)
"Description of the assessment tools were helpful. I liked the pace." N.B. (Jun. 2024)
"The effects on connected speech were beneficial to discuss. I liked the course's usefulness!" A.M. (Jun. 2024)
"It was very clear and organized. The presenter was very knowledgeable and kept my interest." J.L. (Jun. 2024)
"The formal assessment recommendations were very helpful as well as education regarding non-speech related impacts of tongue tie. I enjoyed the examples shown to improve understanding of terminology and what to look for during assessments." M.S. (Jun. 2024)
"The multidimensional assessment that must be considered, overall function of the tongue on all planes-not just assessing the condition by whether or not certain sounds can be achieved or whether compensations can be achieved when a child does not have to just compensate and accept a lesser potential. The pictures and videos used to demonstrate what was being talked about were well chosen." L.C. (Jun. 2024)
"I found it most helpful to have visuals showing examples of tongue tie and the surgical procedures. It is also helpful to have information about various assessments to use." J.M. (Jun. 2024)
"Learning the different assessment techniques for tongue tie was beneficial. In depth coverage of information not shared in school training." K.G. (May. 2024)
"The information was all new to me, so very interesting. I liked the ease of when I could take the course." I.H. (May. 2024)
"The effects of ankyloglossia on speech production in conversation will directly benefit my work in the public school setting. I'm often asked about tongue tie and I now feel more confident about my skills to identify characteristics and symptoms of a tongue tie. The presenter was very knowledgeable and a good communicator." T.W. (May. 2024)
"I liked learning about types of assessment and tools to use. This course offered information that was new to me." A.H. (May. 2024)
"I liked the pictures." T.G. (Apr. 2024)
"So fantastic! I now have some sort of idea of what to look for with my articulation kids who have been on my caseload. The visuals were invaluable." L.R. (Apr. 2024)
"Learning about the differing types of surgeries was beneficial. All was excellent." T.C. (Mar. 2024)
"This topic is not taught enough in our graduate programs. It is such a common occurrence in my practice. I really needed more education on it and thought this course did just that. I enjoyed the pictures and videos." L.I. (Mar. 2024)
"Being able to assess and diagnose tongue/lip tie and refer for revision was beneficial. I liked the pictures and video case studies." H.S. (Mar. 2024)
"The different assessments that are used for tongue tie assessment and the brief overview of each one and how they help SLPs make diagnoses were beneficial. I liked how course was divided into shorter modules." A.H. (Mar. 2024)
"I appreciated knowing about the assessments that are available. I liked the videos. I liked the presenter's organization of information. I liked the information." K.H. (Feb. 2024)
"The entire course was excellent, and I plan to contact S. Holtzman with more questions. I was able to learn it at my own pace. S. Holtzman was knowledgeable, and I plan to take more of her courses that are offered through Northern Speech Services." K.B. (Feb. 2024)
"Tongue-related issues and the seriousness of tongue tie affecting patients were beneficial to discuss. The course was thorough and complete." S.W. (Feb. 2024)
"All was beneficial. The most were the videos. This was excellent information. The videos are short and understandable." R.K. (Feb. 2024)
"Beneficial protocol. I liked that I could take the course in my free time." A.G. (Feb. 2024)
"Highly recommend; the speaker was very knowledgeable; excellent content; great topic." S.D. (Feb. 2024)
"I enjoyed the video and picture examples. I had no idea that 1/3 of tongue tie releases performed in infancy may need to be done again." S.M. (Feb. 2024)
"The photos and examples were helpful. I liked learning what to use for an assessment." J.M. (Feb. 2024)
"The assessments and our roles as SLPs were helpful. I liked the thorough information." L.L. (Jan. 2024)
"I found the images very helpful in screening/assessing for tongue tie. Information was organized and comprehensive." C.L. (Jan. 2024)
"Assessing tongue tie and what is our role was beneficial. Very smooth and directed course. I liked the example with the video." Z.A. (Jan. 2024)
"Assessment tools, TAP, and learning more in-depth about our role as the SLP were beneficial. I enjoyed the visuals and ease of following along." E.S. (Jan. 2024)
"The scope and sequence of information provided was excellent. I liked discussing the criteria for identification and determination for surgery." J.B. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing SLP's role in tongue tie was helpful. I enjoyed the discussion of assessment tools." M.M. (Jan. 2024)
"The TAP was a beneficial topic. Practical and clear info." M.K. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing how to identify a tongue tie that may need to be released was beneficial. I learned new information." B.F. (Jan. 2024)
"I liked the specific examples of what clients look like, effects on function, and assessment criteria. Clear pictures of clients and a rundown of assessment criteria." L.M. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the photo examples. The tongue tie assessment was helpful." C.W. (Dec. 2023)
"The evaluation and pictures were beneficial. I liked the diagnosis." A.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Every topic in this presentation was helpful in understanding the impact on speech and swallowing. Very thorough course." T.M. (Dec. 2023)
"This was an outstanding course. I learned so much and I am a professional with over 25 years of experience. The content is factual, appropriate, and evidence based. I appreciate the excellent citation of research and case studies." A.O. (Dec. 2023)
"This course was thorough. It was beneficial to discuss how to determine the need for surgery and exercises to do post-surgery." T.W. (Dec. 2023)
"Clear and interesting. Excellent evidence and resources for professionals. I never had this information in grad school and it is very valuable as we continue to see increasing numbers of clients with ankyloglossia." A.O. (Dec. 2023)
"The presenter was awesome and gave a clear and comprehensive overview of tongue tie. I gained new knowledge of how and what to look for as far as the tongue related to ankyloglossia. All the information, photos, and videos were great, as well as the methods used to measure tongue tie." E.V. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing the role of the SLP in diagnosing tongue-tie was beneficial. I liked the slides and videos." M.B. (Dec. 2023)
"It was beneficial to discuss the symptoms and effects that ankyloglossia can have during a lifespan. This course was thorough on how to identify different grades of ankyloglossia." J.C. (Dec. 2023)
"The assessment of tongue tie was beneficial. I liked the videos and overall education." T.H. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the actual pictures to describe. The course organization was clear." S.G. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing how to assess and provide data to advocate for our pts was beneficial. I liked that the course was self-paced." R.K. (Nov. 2023)
"Tongue tie surgical procedures were helpful to discuss. I liked the photos and descriptions." B.G. (Nov. 2023)
"The course was so clearly presented! I liked the specific assessment protocols and discussion of normal vs abnormal." A.H. (Oct. 2023)
"I found this course very interesting and helpful. I liked everything! Easy to listen to - great things to be aware of and to look for when assessing students." C.B. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning assessment tools and when/if to refer. I liked the segmentation of information." T.M. (Oct. 2023)
"Instructor was highly engaging. Assessment information and information on the different types of tongue tie was beneficial and how they can vary based on attachment. I liked the clinical photos and videos." K.K. (Oct. 2023)
"I loved how this course went into all of the ways that ankyloglossia can affect a person beyond just feeding in infants and speech sounds in older individuals. I needed and will benefit greatly from this information. I loved the pacing of the course, including the different sections to listen to." L.F. (Oct. 2023)
"This course helped me in making a decision about a child that I have been having a hard time making a decision about. I liked the pre-test section and the information about the TAP. Specific tools were recommended and visuals of different types of tongue ties." J.L. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning the SLP role in this area. I liked the assessment tools, videos, pictures." B.T. (Oct. 2023)
"What an amazing introduction. The information shared here made me hungry to learn more. I liked the case studies, and examples were given to support learning new terminology." L.S. (Oct. 2023)
"I appreciated learning more conversation points about complications. Excellent pace and explanation." J.C. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning prevalence in newborns. I liked the images and assessment tool review." M.F. (Oct. 2023)
"Practical information. Assessment of tongue tie was beneficial." L.V. (Oct. 2023)
"I found it all to be super helpful. I loved everything about this course." V.B. (Sep. 2023)
"It is very useful to have a sense of the meaning (or lack of meaning) of buzz words like Posterior Tongue Tie. And, most importantly, it is very useful to have more knowledge on a functional analysis for tongue tie. I liked the coverage of multiple ways to assess tongue tie. I plan to learn more about Hazelbaker's tool, since I work with small children." J.W. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the assessment tools discussed, and the visuals." R.A. (Sep. 2023)
"Well organized information and clear presentation. Learning how to evaluate patients for a tongue tie." R.M. (Sep. 2023)
"Identifying tongue tie and explaining the importance and impact to parents and follow up after surgery. I liked the photo examples and videos." C.P. (Sep. 2023)
"Beneficial assessment tools and pre/post frenectomy assessment data measures. I liked the wealth of content covered, visuals/pictures, and additional available resources." T.W. (Sep. 2023)
"Photos, videos and descriptions of what to look for when assessing tongue tie were helpful. I liked the information on consequences of tongue tie, practical information re: assessment, identification and treatment." J.B. (Sep. 2023)
"The speaker was great." C.P. (Sep. 2023)
"I feel better equipped now to educate parents regarding the impact of a potential tongue tie to feeding and speech. I liked the pictures and sequence." E.K. (Jul. 2023)
"How to measure and learning the types of tongue tie was beneficial. I was not familiar with the different types. Course was very informative, and I liked that I learned at my own pace." K.T. (Jul. 2023)
"Learning how to assess for tongue tie for both infants and toddlers as well as when to refer for release of a tie was beneficial. I liked the different assessment tools available." E.L. (Jul. 2023)
"This was an excellent seminar explaining tongue tie. It educated me on the many different problems a tongue-tied individual can experience other than difficulty with speech. This topic is not addressed sufficiently in formal graduate programs or at least when I went to school many years ago. Well done!" C.T. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the pre & post test procedures to assess tongue function. Real life pictures and videos." A.M. (Jun. 2023)
"This course was so well organized and comprehensive. It provided information that I will integrate into my therapy skills and has made me think about "tongue tie" with a whole new perspective. The extensive investigation and presentation of the variations in ankyloglossia was beneficial. Additionally, I was impressed with how the course was so clearly presented in different sections and the presenter's investment in the material. The resources provided will surely prove to be helpful." J.H. (Jun. 2023)
"Made me aware of all the different areas of life that tongue tie impacts. I liked the photos of different types of tongue ties." J.F. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the specifics of screening and associated problems that will lead me to look for tongue tie." B.L. (Jun. 2023)
"I learned information that I can apply in my practice immediately with clients across the lifespan. It was also wonderful to be provided with slides to take notes on." M.C. (Jun. 2023)
"Tongue tie variations, detail of assessments, presenter's own clinical experience with tongue tie functionally impaired individuals, rationale for SLP involvement, were all beneficial topics. I liked the detailed information provided. Good speaking rate." G.T. (Jun. 2023)
"Measurements, referrals, etc were beneficial. I liked that this course gives a timeline and protocol on how to treat tongue tie." N.E. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the visuals, descriptions, and the pictured examples provided. Both research-based and extensive experience-based information." K.W. (May 2023)
"Learning responsibility & roles of SLP in regard to tongue tie. The many pictures & examples of various tongue tie were beneficial. I liked the visuals, videos, and clear explanations." E.B. (May 2023)
"Assessment of ankyloglossia was beneficial. Good pace, well-organized course. The presenter made the material interesting." E.G. (May 2023)
"Clear examples of how a tongue tie can impact so many different areas and what to look for when performing an oral mech exam." K.W. (May 2023)
"Assessment of tongue and lip tie and impact on oral function was beneficial. I liked the pictures and functional application as well as ways to address the issue once diagnosed." K.F. (May 2023)
"The topic on tongue tie and breastfeeding was beneficial. I liked the use of research." L.S. (May 2023)
"The details of ankyloglossia were beneficial. I liked the case study videos." C.S. (May 2023)
"Learning how to determine if a person may have a tongue tie that impacted them. I liked the videos and examples." C.H. (Apr. 2023)
"Specific measurement tools. I liked the examples via slides." J.F. (Apr. 2023)
"Learning what exactly to look for in an oral motor eval. I liked the videos." K.M. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the discussion regarding assessment. The visual examples and case studies were helpful." J.H. (Apr. 2023)
"This was all very useful information! I have a client who has been getting different advice from doctors and dentists. I am much more equipped now to give her good advice." K.R. (Apr. 2023)
"Assessing tongue tie, and the impact it has on speech. I liked the pictures with the explanations, the videos helped too. It really helps to have an analysis of the study that has guided the ASHA position on tongue tie that is currently published as a guide for SLPs to use in practice. I would hope that those with this expertise would help get more of this into the practice portal." J.F. (Apr. 2023)
"I loved the pictures, examples, and video demonstrations. I most appreciated the discussion of current ASHA statements and other SLP statements regarding tongue tie, as it often seems to me that they do not take into account the multifaceted way that tethered oral tissues might impact many different aspects of speech." H.V. (Mar. 2023)
"Treatment of Ankyloglossia was beneficial. I liked the division of the content into smaller subsets of information." E.H. (Mar. 2023)
"To the point and thorough course. I liked the tongue tie assessments and case studies." M.O. (Mar. 2023)
"Just interesting overall!" A.R. (Mar. 2023)
"The entire presentation was extremely informative and helpful. I liked the videos presented." W.S. (Feb. 2023)
"I now feel more confident to assess tongue ties. The pictures and videos were helpful." M.G. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the assessment content, pictures, and videos. The course is short and comprehensive." A.B. (Feb. 2023)
"Excellent overview of diagnosis and treatment. Included both infant and adult." J.J. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning types of surgeries and their differences for ankyloglossia. Great pictures and videos to explain everything." M.K. (Feb. 2023)
"The quick tongue tie assessment will help me when working with toddlers in their home. I liked that course was broken into sections and didn't seem too overwhelming." L.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Learning my role as an SLP. I liked everything." C.A. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the assessment information. And that course could be completed on my timeline." L.S. (Feb. 2023)
"The sections were separated into different areas and I could easily refer back to an area if needed without having to look through an entire recording." M.F. (Feb. 2023)
"Assessment of tongue tie. I liked the photos and videos." J.C. (Feb. 2023)
"The images of tongue ties were beneficial. Different sections made it easy to watch." D.C. (Feb. 2023)
"Visual and functional assessments. I liked the many examples." C.L. (Feb. 2023)
"Good case study examples." J.W. (Feb. 2023)
"All of it! I liked the slides and videos." S.R. (Feb. 2023)
"Possible SID connection and other physiological connections was beneficial. Learning new, unknown data." M.B. (Feb. 2023)
"All of it!!! I have not had this in-depth of a training on this topic. The course was easy to take." R.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Clear guidelines of how to deal with tongue tie. Learning the importance of the frenectomy and avoiding the “wait and see approach." A.L. (Jan. 2023)
"Every word is gold." E.M. (Jan. 2023)
"The visuals showing varying levels and types of tongue tie were very helpful. Prior to this course, I was using generic "assessment" criteria to determine the presence of a tongue tie and although I have referred to ENTs for further evaluation, I was fine with the wait and see approach. Now that I understand more, I will be more diligent in advocating for patients to have correction sooner rather than later." K.R. (Jan. 2023)
"Functional assessment. I liked the photos of patients for real examples." A.H. (Jan. 2023)
"The discussion of different assessments and collaboration with the use of visuals was helpful." M.K. (Jan. 2023)
"Course was thorough but concise." Z.W. (Jan. 2023)
"Practical information. I also liked how the course was broken into short segments." J.A. (Jan. 2023)
"The emphasis that tongue tie diagnosis and subsequent treatment need not follow the wait-and-see method was beneficial....that action is warranted upon discovery. The case studies and visuals were very beneficial in tying the presentation altogether." K.W. (Dec. 2022)
"This entire presentation was fabulous. I liked the numerous examples of real clients and variations." C.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I had tons of questions about my patients that present as tongue tied and I found answers to those questions in this course." L.L. (Dec. 2022)
"How to do an assessment before and after surgery was beneficial. I liked the way all the information was organized." F.B. (Dec. 2022)
"Identifying different types of tongue tie and using assessment tools to determine need for surgery was beneficial." X.O. (Dec. 2022)
"I think resources regarding appearance and testing will be helpful for my daily practice. I liked that course was easily accessible." A.A. (Dec. 2022)
"The assessment protocols were great! This course had a great presenter who is very knowledgeable." E.S. (Dec. 2022)
"It was all relevant, well prepared and well delivered. Immediately relevant in clinical practice." J.A. (Dec. 2022)
"Very easy to understand and contrasting with a study that does not think tongue tie affects speech. Learning how to determine the different types of tongue ties was helpful." K.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Great pictures and examples! I have some children with combination of feeding issues (chewing, forming bolus, and open mouth) and stubborn, peculiar speech errors/patterns. I have been suspicious of tongue tie for a while, and now I know more and feel more prepared at what to look for and feel more empowered to refer to the ENT." K.S. (Nov. 2022)
"All of the material was extremely helpful. I liked the videos." L.K. (Nov. 2022)
"Covered specific things to look for when diagnosing tongue tie. I liked the pictures of tongues with examples of ties." S.M. (Nov. 2022)
"Very thorough and with case study examples." A.B. (Oct. 2022)
"It was both informational and brief with good assessment and therapy recs." K.G. (Oct. 2022)
"I found it helpful to hear the benefits of eliminating tongue tie for a pt's well-being with feeding, speech, etc. I liked how the course was divided into sections so that I could complete the course at various times." S.A. (Oct. 2022)
"Clear and informative. Learning information not received elsewhere. Learning signs of possible ankyloglossia in babies." S.H. (Oct. 2022)
"I found the diagnostics the most beneficial. I now feel more confident when I get referrals for tongue tie." D.L. (Oct. 2022)
"All of the material was very helpful. The photos help give a better visual when determining tongue tie." R.M. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the case studies and pictures for examples." J.T. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the images of different presentations of tongue tie." M.C. (Sept. 2022)
"I enjoyed the entire presentation. I liked how the assessments and treatments were laid out." J.M. (Aug. 2022)
"Great information in a timely manner." C.S. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked that the presentation was sectioned off into various parts to help with the flow of information." L.G. (Aug. 2022)
"Thorough presentation." C.C. (July 2022)
"I found the case studies beneficial. And really thinking it through before using the "wait and see" approach." T.S. (July 2022)
"This was a great course to play for the student I have in clinic this semester. The background information was great for her, as she is just learning about tongue ties. The last section was most helpful for me. My student is just learning about TOTs and I wanted her to hear some of this information from someone other than myself!" A.P. (July 2022)
"It was very informative and the videos were helpful. Learning the multitude of complications (aside from speech) that can result from not having tongue tie release!" S.K. (July 2022)
"Learning some keywords to use to describe what I am seeing during assessments was good. The course was filled with content, yet highly interesting and not drawn out." V.G. (June 2022)
"It was interesting and an eye opener to learn about the different kinds of lingual attachments. Prior to this course, I hadn't seen one where the tongue tip attached to the lower mandibular. Lots of visual and examples to review! Thank you!" B.D. (June 2022)
"The whole course was extremely helpful! I will be able to reassess those articulation cases that are not generalizing and teams (including parents) have had questions about. Every detail of therapy was covered - diagnostics, treatment, programs. Liked the ease of accessing, home study, and ability to stop when needed. I really liked that the topics were broken into specific sections. The flow of information - organization - speaker's descriptions - discussion, backed by videos and pictures - and evidence based - all great." K.H. (June 2022)
"Exposure to different assessments as well as information regarding issues possibly related to tongue-tie were good." K.G. (June 2022)
"The various ways of assessing tongue ties were very useful information, as were the case studies." M.K. (May 2022)
"How it applied to infants as that is the population that I work with. I was very interested in the information that the labial frenulum should be checked when the tongue is checked as it also can affect breast feeding and production of bi-labial sounds." J.D. (May 2022)
"Information was well organized and easily applied. I liked the tests to determine severity of tongue tie." A.P. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the different case examples, and learning how to assess tongue ties and the type of assessments that can be used." G.B. (Apr. 2022)
"The video and picture examples are very helpful." E.E. (Mar. 2022)
"All sections were extremely valuable and informative." J.L. (Mar. 2022)
"Gave a lot of information and examples of what to look for in terms of tongue tie." A.S. (Mar. 2022)
"The assessment protocols were very enlightening. Excellent examples and pictures." R.J. (Feb. 2022)
"At your own pace; broken into sections provides a break from a large amount of information at one time." S.C. (Feb. 2022)
"Great videos/photos as examples. I like the use of case studies." J.P. (Feb. 2022)
"The examples of real cases were great and I loved the overview of assessments. The course was well organized." J.C. (Jan. 2022)
"The whole presentation was excellent. I only wish I had had this level of depth back in school. The presentation was well organized. The examples were frequent and relevant. The information was top notch, and the importance of the work was highlighted well." L.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I loved the presenters passion and really value the information on a person level as all 3 of my children were born tied." S.B. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked all of the picture examples and explanations." A.S. (Dec. 2021)
"All of the course was beneficial! I'm really glad you reviewed that article in the end. I'm sure I read that at some point-and sadly, it was the extent of my knowledge. It was all information that I always wondered about and searched for, but couldn't find." S.N. (Nov. 2021)
"I've never understood the significance of the short frenum to non-speech performance such as swallowing. I haven't given tongue tie enough attention in my evaluations. I will be much more careful in my future examinations. Excellent exposure to the topic of tongue tie. Pictures and videos very helpful" L.S. (Nov. 2021)
"The discussion about use of standardized assessment tools to present the results to Drs (and insurance companies ) to report the degree of tongue-ties in need of Frenectomy was beneficial for my daily practice. I liked the descriptions of photos and videos of children and adults with different types of tongue-ties and lip-tie and problems they can cause." T.D. (Oct. 2021)
"Diagnosing of tongue ties based on visual and functional assessments. Practical information on how to evaluate and treat clients with tongue tie." M.M. (Oct. 2021)
"I have a feeding and language evaluation for a 22 month old this week. Her mother has concern for lip and tongue tie. Clearly, this course will be very beneficial in my evaluation procedures and treatment with this client, as well as others on my caseload. My graduate school professor strongly felt as though frenectomies were performed too frequently. I am thankful for this course to give me a different perspective and new considerations toward the procedures. I will definitely use my knowledge gained in this area moving forward. The presenter gave clinically relevant and research based information. The content was heavily clinically based and therefore can easily be applied in daily practice." S.F. (Sept. 2021)
"The prevalence of a tongue tie and its effect on lots of skills was helpful." L.D. (Aug. 2021)
"Explanation of the varying degrees of tongue tie & specific tests to determine the need for surgery were helpful for my daily practice. Videos and photo support during the presentation were good." K.T. (Aug. 2021)
"The course was so thorough on the topic of tongue ties and provided ways to assess and determine if there is a tongue tie." C.M. (Aug. 2021)
"The importance of a thorough assessment and impact of tongue-tie will help my daily practice." C.C. (July 2021)
"Excellent photographs and examples to help SLPs be more comfortable with the wide range of positions of the frenulum. Great data driven information and case studies which show the importance of considering surgery or not." A.F. (July 2021)
"I am just finishing the Myo one year course with Hallie Bulkin and she mentioned you several times so I wanted to get the benefit of your course. This was a great overview. The descriptions with pictures of tongue ties, the definitions, the assessments were all very clear and concise." H.S. (June 2021)
“I really enjoyed all of it and will review and study the material so that I can better serve the children I see in my practice.” J.B. (Mar. 2021)
“It was very thorough, and the instructor was clear and highly knowledgeable. I took this course as a refresher as I took an in-depth course with Sandra before. Her expertise is essential to our field to be effective with our clients. The visuals and thorough examination of the lingual frenulum (areas of attachment, size, and appearance) were for me the best part.” R.T. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Paula Leslie, PhD, FRCSLT, CCC-SLP
Do your rights as a professional mean more than the rights of your patients? Learn what Ethical Boards expect you to do when conflicts arise in your practice. This course focuses on ethical decision making for adult individuals with dysphagia. Discussed will be situations involving informed consent, patient refusal, treatment options including oral vs non-oral feeding, and when and how to terminate services. ... more+
"I have listened to Paula Leslie in-person & online courses for years. She is excellent & I always improve in increasing my awareness of personal bias, improving ethical decision-making with her relatable client/patient/family scenarios backed by research/ sources! I liked all of it!" A.H. (Aug. 2024)
"Review of ASHA code of ethics was helpful. The speaker's voice held my attention." R.V. (Jul. 2024)
"The focus on the role of the patient in shared decision-making and supporting literature was beneficial. I liked the case examples and supporting literature." T.B. (Mar. 2024)
"Very practical to all clinicians practicing regardless of setting. I liked the review of legal documents for end-of-life decisions." S.S. (Dec. 2023)
"This course was a good review of ethical expectations in clinical care." P.R. (Nov. 2023)
"The issues on medical ethics and patient autonomy are important ones. I also appreciated the information on bias. I see this so often in the nursing homes where I work. I enjoyed the areas covered, including the resources mentioned." S.L. (Oct. 2023)
"Easy to navigate course. I liked the shared decision-making." L.G. (Oct. 2023)
"Discussing the patient who is unwilling to participate, as well as having your loved ones write advanced directives were beneficial topics. I liked that the presenter gave examples and did not just talk about research studies." R.P. (Sep. 2023)
"Encouragement and support for SLPs to get more involved in process of patients completing advanced directives." A.R. (Sep. 2023)
"The discussion on ethics and clinical decision-making was helpful. A description of the various end-of-life documents was also helpful." D.J. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the thoroughness of speaker. Ethics and pt education." C.E. (Aug. 2023)
"The content of this entire course was excellent." C.S. (Jul. 2023)
"How to assess and apply research AND how to navigate shared decision making were beneficial topics." M.A. (Jun. 2023)
"All of it was beneficial. I teach ethics at Colorado Technical University, and I teach much of the same content. I liked the focus on patient decision-making." C.E. (Jun. 2023)
"This course was interesting." S.W. (Jun. 2023)
"Excellent presentation. The entire course was beneficial." Y.C. (May 2023)
"I liked the case examples and weighing different decision-making options." M.M. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning to be more personally understanding of caregiver stress and ensure patient/caregiver understanding of treatment proposed. I liked the personal examples and resources listed." J.S. (Feb. 2023)
"Informative course - SLP involvement in PEG tube decisions." J.B. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the anecdotal information and personal stories related to the various topics." V.S. (Feb. 2023)
"All content was relevant. Patient caregiver perspectives." P.B. (Feb. 2023)
"End-of-life care discussion was beneficial." N.H. (Feb. 2023)
"I liked the specific approaches and the depth of information." S.S. (Dec. 2022)
"I never thought of patient motivation being a bias for a clinician. I can see now how that can interfere with patient care. Easy to understand course." A.J. (Dec. 2022)
"Comprehensive course. Considering personal bias and understanding patient motivation was beneficial." C.C. (Dec. 2022)
"This course gave me more insight and perspective. I found the information about shared decision-making, value approach, and effects of caring for a loved one to be informative. I thought this course was extremely intensive, well organized, and offered great detail across many domains where ethics play a part in our field." A.H. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the presenter's personal experiences and examples." J.G. (Nov. 2022)
"Interesting presentation overall which was presented in a more directly applicable way based on how the ethical problems might present in practice." C.C. (Nov. 2022)
"The course is easy to follow." J.S. (Nov. 2022)
"Good discussion and explanations of ASHA Code of Ethics." H.S. (Oct. 2022)
"The topics of ethics and EBP were beneficial to my daily practice." V.M. (Oct. 2022)
"I will recommend this course to my colleagues." T.T. (Sept. 2022)
"The SLPs involvement in end of life care. I liked being able to complete the course as time permits and not all in one sitting." T.B. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked the speaker's personal experiences and examples. This course provided information regarding documentation for patient directing care." A.F. (Aug. 2022)
"The flow and format of the course were good." R.R. (Jun. 2022)
"Liked that this topic related to communicating with patients, families, and caregivers about difficult situations and decisions." J.G. (May 2022)
"Thorough course, yet concise. Everything was applicable, and I specifically liked the case scenarios as they were generally applicable to my inpatient setting." M.R. (Apr. 2022)
"I liked the review of ASHA code of ethics and that I could get all 3 of my required ethics hours in a more in-depth, single course." M.S. (Feb. 2022)
"I found personal bias to be an interesting topic with relevance to my clinical decision making. The logical steps involved in end of life and respecting patient wishes. Paula's valuable insight!" J.F. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the case studies – looking at ethics from multiple standpoints and how the patient/family is involved in patient care and decision making." E.M. (Jan. 2022)
"Thoroughness of information – I liked the speaker's rate, presentation style and amount of information." A.L. (Jan. 2022)
"I found the whole of the workshop to be beneficial. Good pace to the information presented." M.N. (Jan. 2022)
"How to handle clients who can be unmotivated and refuse treatment. Personal touch with her own experience in a clinic setting." J.M. (Jan. 2022)
"Discussions and recommendations about how to interact with patients and families in real life situations. Very well organized, and the presenter did an excellent job with concepts in ethics that can sometimes be confusing." K.M. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the presentation of clinical situations and case examples related to ethical considerations." L.P. (Dec. 2021)
"The discussions about when the patient or family wants things that you feel are ill advised. The specific examples and anecdotes." S.B. (Dec. 2021)
"The discussion of clinician bias and the topic of evidence based practice as it relates to ethical practices. The presentation of clinical situations or case examples related to ethical considerations." L.P. (Dec. 2021)
"The entire discussion will benefit my daily practice, even though I work with school-age children primarily, and in SNF on a part-time basis." T.O. (Dec. 2021)
"Presenter was interesting, easy to listen to. Learning the relationship between evidence based practice and ethics." D.F. (Nov. 2021)
"Liked the discussion on End of Life decision-making and our role as SLPs. And the clear operationalized terms." L.B. (Nov. 2021)
"Great presenter! Awareness of patient motivation bias. It was something I'd not considered before." S.O. (Nov. 2021)
"The discussion that we are part of an interdisciplinary team and the decisions don't fall on us. Ability to listen in chunks and give thought in between." K.R. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the importance of values, personal bias and the professional code of ethics in our profession. The speaker was very knowledgeable and provided excellent examples." M.L. (Nov. 2021)
“I like that this course encouraged an open-mind when working with patients and families and encouraged discussions to reduce personal biases when making ultimate decisions with our care.” D.M. (Oct. 2021)
"The entire presentation was highly relevant. The flexibility of the course – able to fit it into my schedule and needs." E.N. (Sept. 2021)
"Link between ethics and evidence based practice – very well presented and helpful identifying my own biases. I liked the presenter's professionalism, organization of her material, and manner of presenting – easy to follow and interesting." E.S. (Aug. 2021)
"I found the information regarding end-of-life advanced directives beneficial." L.M. (Jun. 2021)
"Overall, great course with crucial information to be aware of especially as a starting clinician." E.M. (May 2021)
"The discussion of autonomy and non-maleficence was good. Helps me stay attuned to clinical topics." A.J. (May 2021)
"I appreciated going over all the emotional, legal and professional aspects involved in the care of a patient. Everything was explained in a very clear manner." R.O. (May 2021)
"I like Paula Leslie’s examples from her own experience as well as from research, both within the SLP practice and outside of it. I appreciated the discussion that sometimes it is up to the SLP to open up communication about patients preferences for care; during treatment and end of life decisions." N.S. (Apr. 2021)
"The speaker provided clear examples of Autonomy, Beneficence, etc. The speaker’s rate of speech made it easy to follow. Talking about patient motivation and understanding what pt understands or their perspective for framing treatment goals and the use of VALUE concept when working with pt and/or pt family was most helpful." J.M. (Mar. 2021)
“I liked the examples she gave to better explain terms or scenarios you may experience in the hospital or nursing home facility when working alongside family members.” A.A. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Jacqueline J. Hinckley, PhD, CCC-SLP, BC-NCD
Based on prevalence data, perhaps 50% of a typical clinician's caseload will include individuals with some type of cognitive impairment. This course provides clinicians with information needed to conduct effective cognitive screenings. Discussed will be evidence-based, formal cognitive screening tools to ensure that these impairments will be detected. All of these tools can be used in about 5-10 minutes.... more+
"Beneficial recommendation of formal cognitive screenings." M.H. (Jul. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss the differences among the multiple screening tools as I use at least one of them in my SNF. The presenter is well-versed in the subject matter and has a consistent, fluid style which is easy to follow." R.A. (Jul. 2024)
"The assessments were helpful." R.J. (Mar. 2024)
"The EB screening tools were beneficial. I liked that the course was quick." A.D. (Feb. 2024)
"The use of formal tests for cognition rather than informal screening was beneficial. I didn't realize the amount of patients I may be missing who have cognitive deficits. Very well done course, good pace, handouts were awesome." A.L. (Feb. 2024)
"Learning the high frequency of missed cognitive impairments in patients with only a review. I liked the 4 parts so I could watch during lunch break." A.C. (Nov. 2023)
"The prevalence percentages were beneficial. I liked the comparisons of cognitive testing." C.O. (Nov. 2023)
"Good information and very easy to implement. I liked discussing the importance of cognitive screening." M.M. (Oct. 2023)
"Learning specific tests to use was beneficial." M.D. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the comparison of tests. The length of the course was good." S.S. (Aug. 2023)
"The comparison of screening tools was beneficial. Liked the flow and organization of this course." P.A. (Mar. 2023)
"I liked the discussion/comparison of different screening tools." K.A. (Jan. 2023)
"I appreciated having the statistical evidence from a study showing the amount of cognitive and language deficits that can be missed during other screenings if a specific cognitive screening is not performed." Q.F. (Dec. 2022)
"I liked the examples of the evidence-based screens out there. And the comparison to the mini-mental." J.P. (Dec. 2022)
"The discussion of prevalence across diagnoses helped support my advocacy for increasing MD by adding SLP consults to the patients in my facility." J.G. (Dec. 2022)
"The background information of the prevalence of cognitive impairments was good." P.D. (Nov. 2022)
"It was beneficial to learn how much informal screeners can miss deficits vs formal screening tools. I liked that the course was split up into 4 separate short sections." A.P. (May 2022)
"I liked the case examples and the comparisons of the 4 cognitive screen tools." M.P. (May 2022)
"Good review of formal tests." E.W. (May 2022)
"I liked the difference between MMSE & MOCA sensitivity. The pace of the presentation was good." J.L. (Mar. 2022)
"I liked the specific screening tests that are sensitive to executive function, and the ease of following instructor." J.S. (Feb. 2022)
"I will benefit from the information regarding various screening tools. I liked the case studies and the prevalence data regarding cognitive impairments in populations that I frequently treat." L.K. (Jan. 2022)
"Built a case for the importance of identifying cognitive impairments and provided helpful information regarding available tools to screen for identifying such impairments." A.F. (Dec. 2021)
"I most enjoyed the statistics for prevalence of cognitive impairment in people with Parkinson's and the case examples." K.Z. (Dec. 2021)
"Use of evidence and applicable information – good review/comparison of formal screenings." T.B. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the types of cognitive screening tools and review of pros/cons of each. The reality of cognition and its impact on patient's life if not formally addressed." A.H. (Dec. 2021)
"I was really surprised by the difference between clinical impressions based on observation and the results of screening tools. I expected some difference but those results really brought home the importance of a well rounded evaluation looking at all areas, and further screenings to determine best course going forward. The information was presented in a way that really supported my retention of the material." J.K. (Sept. 2021)
"The brevity of the course and the information that was provided was very good." B.F. (Jul. 2021)
"I found the Edwards et al, 2006 study staggering with statistics about the frequency of missed cognitive patients using informal screens only. I confess I have used informal measures frequently for screens and cringe to think about the patients I missed. I have investigated the Cognistat and am budgeting that purchase in addition to my use of the SLUMS and MoCA screens. Nearly every point came back to relevant studies with helpful synopses to guide screening choices." M.P. (Jul. 2021)
“I enjoyed learning about the sensitivity of many of the screening assessments.” V.W. (Jun. 2021)
“All the information was extremely informative, especially to an SLP somewhat new to the medical setting.” C.S. (Jun. 2021)
“The information regarding the importance of screening new admitting patients to my LTC facility validated my beliefs and practice to do so. Some SLP's have questioned my practice, stating their practice of only completing cognition/language screenings when indicated from hospital chart review. It gave overviews supporting the need for screening, and why. Then compared/contrasted the formal screening tools.” P.E. (Jun. 2021)
“The most beneficial part was the comparison of the screening tools. I already use the MOCA, so my daily practice won't change as a result of having taken this course. It was also helpful to briefly go over the percentage of populations who have cognitive impairments. I also liked that it was online and easy to accomplish in a short amount of time.” D.C. (Jun. 2021)
"I enjoyed the comparison between screening tools. I liked that the course was clear and concise." S.H. (May 2021)
"I liked the various percentages of affected populations and comparatives of screenings." S.S. (Apr. 2021)
"Simple, to the point, and useful for tomorrow at work. The evidence based material was most beneficial." C.B. (Mar. 2021)
"The speaker was informative and demonstrated knowledge of information. The most beneficial aspect of the presentation is the actual study with percentages of cognitive impairments." G.G. (Feb. 2021)
"I loved the examples and statistics that were presented. I like that the course is short and to the point! No frills needed." N.T. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Teresa Pitts, PhD, CCC-SLP
How significant is patient cough during or after a meal? Are there means to determine if the cough is related to dysphagia? This research-focused course examines the literature on cough and dysphagia to help SLPs make evidence-based decisions related to the cough event.... more+
"I liked the discussion on using EMST to rehab poor cough function. Excellent description of the anatomy of cough, clear info regarding treatment." S.D. (May. 2024)
"The cough assessment and treatment was beneficial." L.H. (Apr. 2024)
"The treatment topics were helpful." A.H. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing cough as related to SCI patients was beneficial." J.P. (Jan. 2024)
"The breakdown of information to better understand cough was helpful. I liked the application to clinical use and interpretation." S.M. (Dec. 2023)
"Practical clinical application. I liked the treatment options." J.R. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the explanation of different coughs and the detailed explanations." E.S. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the info I can share with patients, family, and doctors on relevance. The value of assessing cough in conjunction with swallowing deficits was beneficial." D.B. (Jul. 2023)
"Good mix of research and clinical. Assessment of cough was beneficial." C.G. (Jul. 2023)
"Improved my understanding of the pragmatic of respiration. I liked the presentation." B.P. (Jul. 2023)
"Cough and swallow in stroke and PD were beneficial topics. I liked the length and detailed information of this course." M.M. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the treatment options. And learning stages of the cough." K.G. (Jun. 2023)
"Spinal cord injury, and EMST were beneficial topics." M.P. (May 2023)
"I liked the information on spinal cord injury, baclofen, and EMST/IMST." M.G. (Apr. 2023)
"I liked the review of anatomy and the descriptions of phases of cough." T.R. (Dec. 2022)
"New information learned, such as ASIA scale. And adding cough goals to the plan of care." J.M. (Jul. 2022)
"Very interesting content. I liked the anatomy and clinical practice." C.C. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked the visual data and support of the EMST exercises." E.N. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked the organization and flow of the material. It is obvious the presenter has been active in direct patient care. Also, the assessment of cough and inclusion of respiratory strength training was beneficial." B.G. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the whole course. It's been a long time since I heard a continuing ed that was very interesting. I liked the phases of cough, influences such as vital capacity and expiratory drive, EST influence." J.T. (Apr. 2022)
"Use of digital peak flow meter, EMST, and inspiratory strength training which I feel the output measures would help aid resident getting on board with insight and participation to ensure improved upper airway protection. I liked the general assessment and treatments." K.K. (Apr. 2022)
"I used to be private practice voice center with mostly chronic cough, post viral cough/voice therapy, now I am inpatient rehab, so excited for the SCI info. Thank you." M.P. (Jan. 2022)
"A deep dive into cough as a subject – incorporating assessment and treatment of cough into assessment and treatment of dysphagia." J.H. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the research and application to clinical tx. And the enthusiasm from the presenter regarding the topic of cough." K.A. (Jan. 2022)
"I liked the examples provided by the presenter – how cough can be used to assess aspiration." J.S. (Dec. 2021)
"This was very pertinent to some of the patients I have been treating lately. I liked the rehabilitation ideas." S.J. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the techniques for rehabilitation of the cough." J.P. (Dec. 2021)
"So much of the information was helpful. I work in a LTACH with patients on vent, with trach and spinal cord injuries. This instructor was fantastic. She gave so many outlines, repeated slides that were important, repeated information and gave so many reviews. She summed up what she had presented so thoroughly, with outlines and she provided links to her research, her colleagues research, photos of what she was talking about, etc. This was so much information. The presenter's rate was appropriate and she was pleasant to listen to for 3 hours!!" S.D. (Oct. 2021)
"The PowerPoint slides were relevant and interesting. The discussion on Spinal cord injury was most beneficial." K.M. (Jun. 2021)
“I enjoyed the presenter's willingness to share knowledge liberally! I can hear the passion in the topics discussed just from the recording alone!” X.C. (Mar. 2021)
"Going over the use of EMST was most beneficial. The presentation was organized and speaker did well communicating the message." T.H. (Mar. 2021)
“I enjoyed the description of phases of a cough with diagrams. Also, understanding that just listening to a cough is not a good way to evaluate it. Plus, the understanding that the UES must constrict during cough. The specifics of why Parkinson's patients have a disordered cough, and instructions for assessing voluntary cough were also helpful.” S.N. (Feb. 2021)
"Very thorough! I liked the data and how the speaker stressed that we each should be a part of assessing the cough as a tool.” D.C. (Feb. 2021)
“It was very informative on assessing cough when completing Dysphagia evaluation, and treatments in a clinical setting. I also liked that I could pause the presentation and listen to the information again. It was helpful to have the materials to look at during the presentation.” P.E. (Jan 2021)
"The techniques to facilitate cough, i.e.: use of EMST device, are practical to my current practice. I enjoyed the case studies and patient examples. I would have appreciated a list of contraindications for EMST in medical patients." M.P. (Jan. 2021)
"I enjoyed the discussion of the cough reflex. I don't work with spinal cord pts but do work in SNFs and geriatrics so cough disorder is common. Very informative lecture." G.J. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Kellyn Dailey Hall, PhD, CCC-SLP
This course provides step-by-step instructions for performing and interpreting a quick, yet thorough, oral mechanism and cranial nerve exam across all ages. Includes examples and specific guidelines for interpreting the exam and translating the results into a written report.... more+
"The general overview of CN as well as picture/video examples of an OME were beneficial." S.K. (Aug. 2024)
"I liked the in-depth review of cranial nerves. The course was very thorough." L.R. (Aug. 2024)
"Discussing how to complete the exam was helpful. I liked the easy steps to follow and examples." S.H. (Aug. 2024)
"Cranial nerves as it relates to all movements in the mouth for speech production. Very clear and specific!" P.R. (Jul. 2024)
"Everything was great material loved the little facts provided. Everything was great and to the point." M.C. (Jul. 2024)
"This course was a great review of the cranial nerves and why an oral mech exam is important. I liked that it was a fairly short and compact review." R.V. (Jul. 2024)
"Specific tasks to perform by patient for assessment of CN function. I liked the neural diagrams and real life images." A.C. (Jun. 2024)
"Oral exam, it's critical to make referrals and can predict medical conditions for babies birth-three. I enjoyed the videos, brief explanation of CN functions, pictures, diagrams." M.B. (Jun. 2024)
"This course was a good review. Short and concise." A.V. (Jun. 2024)
"Nice review of the cranial nerves. I liked the examples provided." A.H. (Jun. 2024)
"I liked that the presenter provided several different ways that each nerve and area of the mechanism could be tested. Beneficial information provided about submucous clefts." B.E. (Jun. 2024)
"This course was simple and straightforward." A.J. (May 2024)
"Examples in daily practice were helpful. I enjoyed the illustrations and relationships to various problems or disorders." B.M. (May 2024)
"Cranial nerves that affect swallowing was a beneficial topic. The pace was nice." S.M. (May 2024)
"I really liked the speaker! The course was very clear and easy to understand. Beneficial information on cranial nerves and how to test for impairment." M.L. (Mar. 2024)
"This course was a great refresher and added additional knowledge to what I could look for during OME." N.E. (Feb. 2024)
"The course was straight to the point and had useful information." J.M. (Feb. 2024)
"The oral mech exam information was beneficial. It was easy to learn from this course." K.B. (Jan. 2024)
"All of this content was relevant. The visuals along with the verbal explanations- very helpful in supporting learning." A.P. (Jan. 2024)
"The oral motor exam was helpful. I liked the illustrations." R.P. (Dec. 2023)
"Continued review of oral motor function and CN involvement is always helpful. I liked that the course was easy to access and the cost." A.F. (Dec. 2023)
"Discussing the elements of the cranial nerve exam was helpful. The presenter was very interesting." E.A. (Dec. 2023)
"Good refresher for CN functionality. Loved the whole course. Good use of pictures and video." D.C. (Dec. 2023)
"Activities to assess. Used real life examples." K.W. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the review of OME and the ease of use of the course." C.H. (Dec. 2023)
"The review of cranial nerves and how to perform oral mechanism exam was beneficial. All of the photos and diagrams really helped assist in understanding the material. The presentation was very well put together. The presenter explained things in a very clear and understandable way." A.C. (Nov. 2023)
"Specific examples of how to assess CN functions made it very easy to apply what was learned. Practical examples. Handout was helpful." K.W. (Nov. 2023)
"I liked the video examples of how to complete each step of the exam and what to look for. The review of each of the cranial nerves and their function was beneficial." A.D. (Nov. 2023)
"The detailed descriptions of every task/test done during the exam were helpful. I liked the comprehensive and detailed description of the OME." R.L. (Nov. 2023)
"Learning how to perform a cranial nerve examination was beneficial." P.J. (Oct. 2023)
"Clear information. I liked the refresher of all the cranial nerves." M.M. (Oct. 2023)
"Cranial nerves review and the manifested deficits." C.C. (Sep. 2023)
"The review of cranial nerve functions and how to assess was beneficial. I liked the specific examples." C.F. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the thorough review of the oral mechanism examination and I will now expand my examination to include more of the tongue assessment by isolating the jaw movement, testing of facial sensation, and taste assessment." T.L. (Sep. 2023)
"I liked the examples and visuals, as well as the handouts." A.R. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked revisiting which parts of the OME are testing for each/group of CN. I found the review, handouts, and OME document to be very beneficial." A.G. (Jun. 2023)
"Discussion of cranial nerves impact on different aspects of the body was beneficial. I liked the example of an oral mechanism exam with a template of how to write up results." D.S. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the evaluation of VII, the examples and videos." C.G. (May 2023)
"Succinct course. I liked the review of cranial nerves for speech and swallowing as well as going step-by-step through the exam." K.K. (Mar. 2023)
"Very specific course. Liked the cranial nerve exam." F.B. (Feb. 2023)
"This course was well organized and a good refresher for me. The videos and pictures were very illustrative and helpful. Liked everything regarding the tongue, a very important structure. The exam/eval (questions to ask, what to make the patient do) was very interesting." N.T. (Feb. 2023)
"The review of cranial nerves was beneficial. I liked the thoroughness of content." A.S. (Jan. 2023)
"Very in-depth course. Good review of cranial nerves and how to test their function." E.G. (Dec. 2022)
"The presenter was engaging and explained things well. Learning different exercises for the oral mech eval was beneficial." E.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Good review of specifics of motor vs sensory." D.R. (Dec. 2022)
"Clear and concise course with good visuals. Going through all of the components of the OME during the second half of the course was helpful." C.S. (Nov. 2022)
"I felt the review of the cranial nerves with relation to the oral mech exam was highly beneficial. The video examples were also extremely helpful." M.R. (Nov. 2022)
"This course was thorough with the CN. Learning approaches during oral mech exam was helpful." T.P. (Nov. 2022)
"Helpful review. I liked the examples of patients." W.H. (Nov. 2022)
"Great review of cranial nerve function and oral mechanism exam. The presenter is clear and easy to understand. Kellyn is also enjoyable to listen to." D.B. (Nov. 2022)
"The speaker was thorough detailing the cranial nerve information as it pertains to the oral motor exam." L.K. (Nov. 2022)
"I liked the description of the specific techniques the speaker uses to complete her exam with minimal tools to make it feasible in a work situation. The pace and direct application of how the OME can help with daily therapy knowledge were good." T.C. (Nov. 2022)
"Very clear descriptions with interpretations. A great review and pleasant presentation style of the clinically necessary info." M.Z. (Oct. 2022)
"Very thorough review of cranial nerves and testing during oral mech. Excellent lecture and support materials. Excellent handout with included oral mech examination form and sample verbiage for reporting." M.E. (Oct. 2022)
"I liked the examples, photos, and clear delineation of each CN. The course is thorough and clear." L.C. (Oct. 2022)
"I thought the course was excellent. The discussion on cranial nerve assessment was beneficial." D.Z. (Sept. 2022)
"Although it was much more detailed than I expected, I appreciated the additional facts and information." H.E. (Aug. 2022)
"It was a great review, and her handout was incredibly useful." R.L. (Jul. 2022)
"The speaker was easy to listen to and follow. I appreciated the review of the cranial nerves and their functions." K.B. (Jul. 2022)
"Very clear, concise, and practical information." H.H. (Jul. 2022)
"Liked review of the cranial nerves and ways to test their integrity." K.B. (Jul. 2022)
"I liked all of it. Determining which CN was involved in the observations found will be helpful." J.M. (Jun. 2022)
"I most appreciated the various patient demonstrations. Knowledge of neuroanatomy and differentiation of upper vs. lower motor neuron involvement increase confidence in assessing patients with certain diagnoses." S.S. (Jun. 2022)
"All of the information was valuable and beneficial. The presenter was very knowledgeable." M.M. (Jun. 2022)
"I found the walk-through of the cranial nerve exam very useful. This was one of the most well-presented courses I have taken on NSS. Everything was clear and concise. The explanation of the cranial nerves and how to test their functions were well explained." M.H. (May 2022)
"Pace of the instructor was good. It was a great review of important information for me. I liked the oral exam suggestions." B.C. (May 2022)
"Clear, well-explained information without excessive detail. Beneficial to learn cranial nerves and their function." A.M. (May 2022)
"Incorporating CN knowledge into OME was beneficial." A.D. (May 2022)
"I liked the tools and process of testing the oral mechanism – the videos were very helpful." M.P. (Apr. 2022)
"The knowledge of the speaker and how information is presented was good. Valuable course! Highly recommended for SLPs." B.M. (Mar. 2022)
"Clear examples. Good review of what things I see in my exam could mean." D.D. (Mar. 2022)
"I appreciated the discussion of the actual tools/implements that Dr. Hall practically uses for all populations in an assessment. It was very well organized, structured and sequenced for optimal learning of the nerves, structure/function, and implementation. She is an excellent instructor, very concise and efficient in her methods." A.D. (Feb. 2022)
"I found the photos and live videos most helpful for applying content to clinical work." K.B. (Jan. 2022)
"The step-by-step breakdown of cranial nerves assessed through each oral motor task was helpful for my daily practice. I liked the course format." S.S. (Oct. 2021)
"So much information, although it will have limited use for me with my caseload of general education and Mild-moderate special ed kids." J.C. (Sept. 2021)
"Esophageal dysphagia, Managing trach/vent patients with dysphagia & dysphagia in neurodegenerative diseases, Aspiration pneumonia, oropharyngeal strengthening & hydration management. I feel like many aspects were covered & research I've never heard about in the section New Devices to Manage Sensory Loss." K.L. (Sept. 2021)
"It is so interesting to learn how the brain works to help move our muscles, swallow, eat, etc. I have always had a hard time learning all the cranial nerves and what each one innervates, so this was a wonderful refresher course for me. It was enjoyable to listen to and easy to follow. It was most interesting to learn about how to complete a thorough oral mechanism exam. Usually, the oral mechanism part of an evaluation is something I gloss over, but since taking this course, I see a greater importance for it. Thank you!" A.H. (Sept. 2021)
"Practical application of a CN exam in written form was beneficial for my daily practice." K.S. (Aug. 2021)
"I appreciated the review of cranial nerves with the pictures of different patients/clients. I liked the variety of pictures and videos the presenter used to get her points across. It greatly helped my application of the knowledge to have lots of examples." E.L. (Aug. 2021)
"The cranial nerve examination was beneficial for my practice, and the presenter gave lots of examples." B.S. (Jun. 2021)
"The actual testing of the nerves. The speaker was thorough and simplified it. I was thinking back to graduate school and wished I had a professor like her who makes learning the CNs functional. I wished there was a video clip of true tongue fasciculations. More pictures and examples." B.U. (Jun. 2021)
"I thought this course was great!" D.S. (Jun. 2021)
"The example of the OPE exam/ checklist and the corresponding CN involvement." K.V. (Jun. 2021)
"Tongue movement. Very organized and easy to understand." M.A.H. (Jun. 2021)
"Separating each cranial nerve and talking about function and testing" T.J. (Jun. 2021)
"Actual videos demonstrations of OME and how to assess resonance with no tech/ low tech procedures. I was able to sustain attention throughout the entire course. Speaker kept me engaged" K.P. (Jun. 2021)
“I found the examination form and the report samples to be very helpful!” T.M. (Mar. 2021)
“I loved the detailed explanations and visuals.” B.A. (Feb. 2021)
Presenter: Jacqueline J. Hinckley, PhD, CCC-SLP, BC-NCD
Do you have clients with both aphasia and cognitive impairments? This course addresses critical questions about assessing cognitive abilities in aphasia. Discussion includes why, when, and how to assess cognition in aphasia. Specific assessment tools that are appropriate for use with individuals with aphasia are described.... more+
"I enjoyed learning about the assessments and screens that I can use in the home health setting. I liked breaking down the various tests and which sections to use for global aphasia." H.K. (Aug. 2024)
"Overview of cognitive tests was helpful. I liked the level of this course - appropriately challenging." S.L. (Aug. 2024)
"Provided cognitive assessments you can use with individuals with aphasia." M.H. (Jul. 2024)
"Talking about the assessments was helpful, and I liked that I could do the course anytime I wanted." C.S. (May. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss when to start cognitive assessment for the patients. I enjoyed the scientific content with excellent examples." H.S. (May. 2024)
"Assessment discussion was beneficial. I liked the ease of use of the course." R.H. (May. 2024)
"The test review and case examples were helpful. I enjoyed the clear communication of the instructor." H.J. (Apr. 2024)
"Testing materials suggested for assessing cognition in the language-impaired patient population was beneficial. I liked the presentation and thorough slides." S.M. (Mar. 2024)
"Discussing treatment was helpful." R.J. (Mar. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss data on individuals missed with informal assessments; and comparisons of the CLQT, SCCAN and the GANBA. I liked the ease of accessibility." C.M. (Feb. 2024)
"The use of formal assessments to look at cognition in aphasics was helpful. Easy to follow course, and I liked the handouts." A.L. (Feb. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss the importance of cognitive asst and formal asst tools. I liked all the information on studies related to practical clinical practice." Z.R. (Jan. 2024)
"Defining cognition separate from language and vice versa was beneficial. I liked the visual diagrams." M.P. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing the importance of assessment selection was helpful." M.S. (Jan. 2024)
"Beneficial discussion of assessment tools. I liked that the course was not too long." B.M. (Jan. 2024)
"This course was beneficial as I am trying to learn more about aphasia practice. The instruction was clear and concise." A.K. (Jan. 2024)
"Specific strengths and weaknesses of various tests were helpful. I liked discussing the other factors in cognitive impairment, such as increased mortality rate, fall risk, etc that should be considered." R.J. (Dec. 2023)
"The review of appropriate cognitive tests for aphasia was beneficial." K.O. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the cognitive assessment in the context of aphasia. The course was fast-paced." P.A. (Nov. 2023)
"The assessment tools discussed were beneficial. I liked the case studies related to each section of the course." C.H. (Nov. 2023)
"The specific assessment suggestions were helpful. I enjoyed the course slides." A.L. (Nov. 2023)
"Practical applications. The specific testing options were beneficial." K.K. (Nov. 2023)
"Learning the effects of executive functioning on the use of strategies. I liked the idea that we still target cognition even when severe aphasia and with strategies to do so." K.T. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing the relationship between cognition and language and how to assess cognition by being mindful of non-linguistic tasks was beneficial. I appreciated the layout of course and the building on information." J.A. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the discussion about lack of formal assessments in hospital settings. The names of test tools were helpful." M.K. (Sep. 2023)
"The various screening and tests of cognition for patients with aphasia was beneficial. I liked the course division into 4 topics, easily digestible information and good pacing and presentation of the speaker." J.D. (Aug. 2023)
"Learning which test to use with my patients with aphasia and more about those specific tests was helpful. This course was organized well and thorough with great examples for easy understanding and application on my part." J.H. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the various tests reviewed, what they measure, and what pt dx they may be useful for." J.M. (Aug. 2023)
"This course was easy to follow with good case scenarios. Choosing appropriate cognitive tests based on aphasia severity was beneficial to discuss." B.N. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the testing suggestions. The course was organized and thorough." K.K. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the presenter's case studies. Very real-life experiences. Addressing cognition in aphasia was beneficial." D.F. (May 2023)
"The assessment tests were beneficial." G.A. (Apr. 2023)
"Practical clinical advice. I liked the breakdown into 4 clear sections. And the impacts of cog ax on choice of some therapy we could consider." J.G. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning importance of assessing cognition with individuals with aphasia. I liked that I could complete course at my own pace." P.D. (Jan. 2023)
"I found the discussion of the different assessment tools to be most beneficial." A.W. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the information on tests for cognition that work with PWA." A.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Great presentation, enjoyed the presenter's examples. Understanding the importance of assessment of both aphasia and cognition." L.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I found the information pertaining to the progressive diseases and TBIs to be most helpful. I liked that course was broken down into four separate parts." M.P. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning the specific tests that are helpful in assessing cognition when aphasia is a concern. I liked that this course was broken up into smaller sections." A.P. (Nov. 2022)
"Good examples and review of assessment tools. I liked the breakdown of the course content." K.B. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the explanations on specific tests and subtests that look at specific areas of interest. And explanation as to how data from those subtests could be interpreted, and important information to glean from them." B.R. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked that the course handouts included large print of specific charts from other texts for further reference and ease of reading. Breaking course into several "chunks" to allow for good break points was appreciated." B.R. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked learning about the tests that are available. The course was cost effective." C.D. (Jul. 2022)
"Learning how to evaluate extralinguistic cognitive skills in aphasia was helpful. And I liked the pacing of the course." M.D. (Jun. 2022)
"I like how it was broken up into sections and the information on different assessments." A.C. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the discussion of EF and treatment strategies. The case studies made it "real world" and understandable....and memorable!" M.K. (Apr. 2022)
"The speaker was clear and efficient. Related the topic to everyday practice. The importance of formal testing and not just clinical observation." J.L. (Apr. 2022)
"The names of tests and treatments were beneficial, and the course was based on real-world practice." R.G. (Mar. 2022)
"The course was informative. I liked the data regarding informal screening vs formal exam discrepancies in capturing domains of skill. And review of specific exams recommended for cognition." C.P. (Mar. 2022)
"Discussion about testing for aphasia to determine presence of cognitive deficits was beneficial – reviewing the most clinically appropriate tests for severe aphasia cases." L.S. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the data supporting cognitive testing with all stroke patients / patients with aphasia, and the overview of the different assessment tools, including the battery for patients with severe aphasia." J.M. (Jan 2022)
"All of this information was relevant and also a good review for anyone working with stroke survivors. The presentation was clear, concise and informative. Excellent presenter." J.K. (Jan 2022)
"Really enjoyed having specific patients with discussion on application of the course material." T.D. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the clinical decision-making chart and cases." T.D. (Dec. 2021)
"The presenter was wonderful and approached the material in a way that was informative and easy to understand. Going over how cognitive impairment and aphasia are correlated was most useful." V.P. (Dec. 2021)
"The background information and research is essential, but the assessments are most useful. The course was very well organized into sections, and it was easy to follow." J.M. (Dec 2021)
“The course was easy to follow and understand especially for those who are new to neurologically based cognitive communication assessments and treatment approaches.” C.D. (Nov. 2021)
"I found the review of screens & tests useful. Also useful is info regarding the trend to assess cognitive skills during speech-language eval. I liked the slides that accompanied the verbal presentation." V.G. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the discussion on treatment implications of assessments." J.B. (Oct. 2021)
"The presenter was very clear." E.B. (Oct. 2021)
"The review and comparison of different assessment tools were good. I liked the format of the presentation too." P.N. (Aug. 2021)
"The methods of assessing cognition / formal tests are helpful for my daily practice. The course was well organized, practical, and evidence-based." A.G. (Aug. 2021)
“I was able to learn more about executive functions and how they affect people with aphasia.” G.L. (May 2021)
“The pacing was comfortable, and the information was clear and straightforward. I appreciated the brief review after each section." S.L. (May 2021)
“This course provided specific, targeted assessment and treatment considerations. Evidence-based findings were important to me.” M.H. (Mar. 2021)
“I liked the critical predictor for strategy usage. The importance of utilizing practice guidelines in clinical practice. Also, assessing both cognitive profile and aphasia.” M.S. (Feb. 2021)
“I appreciated the examination of executive function and its relatedness to strategy use. Having some tools to sort out when to screen and when to assess more formally was very helpful.” J.K. (Feb. 2021)
“I enjoyed the section breakdown of can we assess, why we should assess, when, and how to assess.” K.R. (Jan. 2021)
“I found both the justification for assessing patients with aphasia for cognitive-linguistic ability and determining appropriate treatment plans to be very helpful. The presenter organized the information very well, and was able to provide slides for easy referencing.” P.E. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Robert McKinney, MA, CCC-SLP
This presentation will outline the importance of features of English prosody, such as intonation, phrasal stress, rate, and phrasing and provide practical... more+
"I enjoyed learning about the assessments and screens that I can use in the home health setting. I liked breaking down the various tests and which sections to use for global aphasia." H.K. (Aug. 2024)
"Overview of cognitive tests was helpful. I liked the level of this course - appropriately challenging." S.L. (Aug. 2024)
"Provided cognitive assessments you can use with individuals with aphasia." M.H. (Jul. 2024)
"Talking about the assessments was helpful, and I liked that I could do the course anytime I wanted." C.S. (May. 2024)
"It was helpful to discuss when to start cognitive assessment for the patients. I enjoyed the scientific content with excellent examples." H.S. (May. 2024)
"Assessment discussion was beneficial. I liked the ease of use of the course." R.H. (May. 2024)
"The test review and case examples were helpful. I enjoyed the clear communication of the instructor." H.J. (Apr. 2024)
"Testing materials suggested for assessing cognition in the language-impaired patient population was beneficial. I liked the presentation and thorough slides." S.M. (Mar. 2024)
"Discussing treatment was helpful." R.J. (Mar. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss data on individuals missed with informal assessments; and comparisons of the CLQT, SCCAN and the GANBA. I liked the ease of accessibility." C.M. (Feb. 2024)
"The use of formal assessments to look at cognition in aphasics was helpful. Easy to follow course, and I liked the handouts." A.L. (Feb. 2024)
"It was beneficial to discuss the importance of cognitive asst and formal asst tools. I liked all the information on studies related to practical clinical practice." Z.R. (Jan. 2024)
"Defining cognition separate from language and vice versa was beneficial. I liked the visual diagrams." M.P. (Jan. 2024)
"Discussing the importance of assessment selection was helpful." M.S. (Jan. 2024)
"Beneficial discussion of assessment tools. I liked that the course was not too long." B.M. (Jan. 2024)
"This course was beneficial as I am trying to learn more about aphasia practice. The instruction was clear and concise." A.K. (Jan. 2024)
"Specific strengths and weaknesses of various tests were helpful. I liked discussing the other factors in cognitive impairment, such as increased mortality rate, fall risk, etc that should be considered." R.J. (Dec. 2023)
"The review of appropriate cognitive tests for aphasia was beneficial." K.O. (Dec. 2023)
"I liked the cognitive assessment in the context of aphasia. The course was fast-paced." P.A. (Nov. 2023)
"The assessment tools discussed were beneficial. I liked the case studies related to each section of the course." C.H. (Nov. 2023)
"The specific assessment suggestions were helpful. I enjoyed the course slides." A.L. (Nov. 2023)
"Practical applications. The specific testing options were beneficial." K.K. (Nov. 2023)
"Learning the effects of executive functioning on the use of strategies. I liked the idea that we still target cognition even when severe aphasia and with strategies to do so." K.T. (Nov. 2023)
"Discussing the relationship between cognition and language and how to assess cognition by being mindful of non-linguistic tasks was beneficial. I appreciated the layout of course and the building on information." J.A. (Oct. 2023)
"I liked the discussion about lack of formal assessments in hospital settings. The names of test tools were helpful." M.K. (Sep. 2023)
"The various screening and tests of cognition for patients with aphasia was beneficial. I liked the course division into 4 topics, easily digestible information and good pacing and presentation of the speaker." J.D. (Aug. 2023)
"Learning which test to use with my patients with aphasia and more about those specific tests was helpful. This course was organized well and thorough with great examples for easy understanding and application on my part." J.H. (Aug. 2023)
"I liked the various tests reviewed, what they measure, and what pt dx they may be useful for." J.M. (Aug. 2023)
"This course was easy to follow with good case scenarios. Choosing appropriate cognitive tests based on aphasia severity was beneficial to discuss." B.N. (Jul. 2023)
"I liked the testing suggestions. The course was organized and thorough." K.K. (Jun. 2023)
"I liked the presenter's case studies. Very real-life experiences. Addressing cognition in aphasia was beneficial." D.F. (May 2023)
"The assessment tests were beneficial." G.A. (Apr. 2023)
"Practical clinical advice. I liked the breakdown into 4 clear sections. And the impacts of cog ax on choice of some therapy we could consider." J.G. (Mar. 2023)
"Learning importance of assessing cognition with individuals with aphasia. I liked that I could complete course at my own pace." P.D. (Jan. 2023)
"I found the discussion of the different assessment tools to be most beneficial." A.W. (Jan. 2023)
"I liked the information on tests for cognition that work with PWA." A.S. (Dec. 2022)
"Great presentation, enjoyed the presenter's examples. Understanding the importance of assessment of both aphasia and cognition." L.M. (Dec. 2022)
"I found the information pertaining to the progressive diseases and TBIs to be most helpful. I liked that course was broken down into four separate parts." M.P. (Nov. 2022)
"Learning the specific tests that are helpful in assessing cognition when aphasia is a concern. I liked that this course was broken up into smaller sections." A.P. (Nov. 2022)
"Good examples and review of assessment tools. I liked the breakdown of the course content." K.B. (Sept. 2022)
"I liked the explanations on specific tests and subtests that look at specific areas of interest. And explanation as to how data from those subtests could be interpreted, and important information to glean from them." B.R. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked that the course handouts included large print of specific charts from other texts for further reference and ease of reading. Breaking course into several "chunks" to allow for good break points was appreciated." B.R. (Aug. 2022)
"I liked learning about the tests that are available. The course was cost effective." C.D. (Jul. 2022)
"Learning how to evaluate extralinguistic cognitive skills in aphasia was helpful. And I liked the pacing of the course." M.D. (Jun. 2022)
"I like how it was broken up into sections and the information on different assessments." A.C. (Jun. 2022)
"I liked the discussion of EF and treatment strategies. The case studies made it "real world" and understandable....and memorable!" M.K. (Apr. 2022)
"The speaker was clear and efficient. Related the topic to everyday practice. The importance of formal testing and not just clinical observation." J.L. (Apr. 2022)
"The names of tests and treatments were beneficial, and the course was based on real-world practice." R.G. (Mar. 2022)
"The course was informative. I liked the data regarding informal screening vs formal exam discrepancies in capturing domains of skill. And review of specific exams recommended for cognition." C.P. (Mar. 2022)
"Discussion about testing for aphasia to determine presence of cognitive deficits was beneficial – reviewing the most clinically appropriate tests for severe aphasia cases." L.S. (Feb. 2022)
"I liked the data supporting cognitive testing with all stroke patients / patients with aphasia, and the overview of the different assessment tools, including the battery for patients with severe aphasia." J.M. (Jan 2022)
"All of this information was relevant and also a good review for anyone working with stroke survivors. The presentation was clear, concise and informative. Excellent presenter." J.K. (Jan 2022)
"Really enjoyed having specific patients with discussion on application of the course material." T.D. (Dec. 2021)
"I liked the clinical decision-making chart and cases." T.D. (Dec. 2021)
"The presenter was wonderful and approached the material in a way that was informative and easy to understand. Going over how cognitive impairment and aphasia are correlated was most useful." V.P. (Dec. 2021)
"The background information and research is essential, but the assessments are most useful. The course was very well organized into sections, and it was easy to follow." J.M. (Dec 2021)
“The course was easy to follow and understand especially for those who are new to neurologically based cognitive communication assessments and treatment approaches.” C.D. (Nov. 2021)
"I found the review of screens & tests useful. Also useful is info regarding the trend to assess cognitive skills during speech-language eval. I liked the slides that accompanied the verbal presentation." V.G. (Nov. 2021)
"I liked the discussion on treatment implications of assessments." J.B. (Oct. 2021)
"The presenter was very clear." E.B. (Oct. 2021)
"The review and comparison of different assessment tools were good. I liked the format of the presentation too." P.N. (Aug. 2021)
"The methods of assessing cognition / formal tests are helpful for my daily practice. The course was well organized, practical, and evidence-based." A.G. (Aug. 2021)
“I was able to learn more about executive functions and how they affect people with aphasia.” G.L. (May 2021)
“The pacing was comfortable, and the information was clear and straightforward. I appreciated the brief review after each section." S.L. (May 2021)
“This course provided specific, targeted assessment and treatment considerations. Evidence-based findings were important to me.” M.H. (Mar. 2021)
“I liked the critical predictor for strategy usage. The importance of utilizing practice guidelines in clinical practice. Also, assessing both cognitive profile and aphasia.” M.S. (Feb. 2021)
“I appreciated the examination of executive function and its relatedness to strategy use. Having some tools to sort out when to screen and when to assess more formally was very helpful.” J.K. (Feb. 2021)
“I enjoyed the section breakdown of can we assess, why we should assess, when, and how to assess.” K.R. (Jan. 2021)
“I found both the justification for assessing patients with aphasia for cognitive-linguistic ability and determining appropriate treatment plans to be very helpful. The presenter organized the information very well, and was able to provide slides for easy referencing.” P.E. (Jan. 2021)
Presenter: Rosemary Martino, MA, MSc, PhD
The Toronto Bedside Swallowing Screening Test (TOR-BSST©) is a dysphagia screening tool with proven high reliability and validity across the continuum of stroke. This course provides the theoretical and practical framework for SLP dysphagia experts who want to implement the TOR-BSST© within their facility. On successful completion of this course, SLPs will receive full access to the TOR-BSST© tool, screener training modules, supplementary resources, and unlimited ongoing support through the Swallowing Lab.... more+
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Presenter: Ana Paula Mumy, SLPD, CCC-SLP
In this course, participants will differentiate between the alveolar tap R and the voiced alveolar trilled R sound. SLPs will learn a practical and systematic method for eliciting, practicing, and refining trilled R productions, with a focus on Spanish articulation.... more+
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Presenter: Sarah Panjwani, MA, CCC-SLP
This course provides background in exercise physiology and its application to dysphagia rehabilitation for adults. There will be a discussion of muscle fiber types in general and oropharyngeal muscle fibers in detail. Participants will learn exercise physiology principles and applications to dysphagia therapy. Case examples will be provided to illustrate the principles.... more+
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Presenter: Jennifer L. Schultz, MA, CCC-SLP
This course will provide SLPs and SLPAs with the tools needed to maintain ethical practice in the school setting. Ethical codes, procedures for ethical decision-making, and specific examples of how our ethical codes guide decision-making will be shared.... more+
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Presenters: Shirley Patterson, PhD, CCC-SLP, ASHA Fellow & Eva Trumbower, MS, CCC-SLP
This course will address practices for language and pre-literacy intervention for 3-5 year old children. Four evidence-based instructional priorities (oral language, phonological awareness, print awareness and letter knowledge) for early literacy will be the framework for this course. Each instructional priority can be infused into the SLP’s routine interventions.... more+
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Presenters: Maureen Lefton-Greif, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, ASHA Fellow & Bonnie Martin-Harris, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, ASHA Honors
BaByVFSSImP™ - Establishing a standardized swallowing assessment protocol for bottle-fed babies. Online training course coming December 2024. Click the green button to be notified when this course becomes available.... more+
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