Speech-Language Pathology Service
Who qualifies for this service?
Students qualify for this service if they:
- have significant delays or disorders in any of the following communication areas as determined by the Speech-Language Pathologist in consultation with the school-based team:
- understanding and using language related to vocabulary, concept development, grammar and sentence structure
- listening skills
- social language skills
- written language
- articulation
- fluent speech
- appropriate use of voice
Who provides the service?
Description of staff qualifications:
- a master’s degree in speech-language pathology
- registered member of the British Columbia Association of Speech-Language Pathologists
- certified member of the Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
How is the Service Delivered?
Speech-language pathologists may:
- perform communication assessments
- adapt and create materials
- plan cooperatively with school staff
- plan speech-language programs for specific students
- provide skills training for small groups/individuals
- coach students in the classroom
- demonstrate specific strategies in the classroom
- develop augmentative and alternative communication systems
- conduct workshops for teachers, parents, and Certified Education Assistants (CEAs)
- consult with parents and community service providers
- consult with school-based teams
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