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Articles for SLP CEUs
Comprehensive Intervention Using the Word Finding Intervention Program, Third Edition (WFIP-3)
January 3, 2023
This course, which is based on the textbook, the Word-Finding Intervention Program, Third Edition (WFIP-3), describes a comprehensive word-finding intervention model. Read More
Language Disorder(s)
20Q: Using Speech Science in Clinical Practice
December 15, 2022
Many speech-language pathology clinicians find speech science daunting and not applicable to their clinical practice. This course discusses why and how speech science is useful in understanding speech... Read More
20Q with Ann Kummer Apraxia Articulation, Phonology, and Speech Sound Disorders Voice and Resonance Disorders
Everyday Ethics: Practical Tools for Navigating Ethical Dilemmas
November 29, 2022
This article discusses ethical and legal principles, as they apply to speech-language pathology practice with both pediatric and adult clients, and provides useful tools for building an ethically soun... Read More
Ethics
20Q: Auditory Processing - What You Always Wanted to Know
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November 28, 2022
Behaviors and developmental/educational impacts associated with auditory processing disorder (APD) are described in this course. Methods and tools for identifying APD, including a list of tests for as... Read More
20Q with Ann Kummer Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)
20Q: Grammar and Syntax for School-Age Learners
November 17, 2022
SLPs must diagnose and help school-age children and adolescents who struggle with grammar and syntax. Information on the development of grammar and syntax, procedures for assessment, academic challeng... Read More
20Q with Ann Kummer Language Disorder(s) Literacy and Phonological Awareness School Intervention and Collaboration in Schools
The Neurodiversity Movement: An Overview for Autism Service Providers
November 7, 2022
This course provides an overview of the Neurodiversity Movement as defined by the movement’s Self-Advocates. It discusses history of the movement, important terminology, and goals, and describes neu... Read More
Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
20Q: Providing Supportive Intervention for Trauma-Exposed Students With Communication Disorders
October 27, 2022
The concept of trauma-informed intervention and what experiences constitute trauma in a student’s life are described with practical, hands-on suggestions given for supporting students with communica... Read More
20Q with Ann Kummer Language Disorder(s) Literacy and Phonological Awareness School Intervention and Collaboration in Schools Social, Emotional, Behavioral
How Clinicians Can Support Neuroplasticity in Adults
October 24, 2022
This course provides updates on neuroplasticity across the lifespan, including information on mirror neurons, and offers concrete suggestions for clinicians who work with adults with neurologic commun... Read More
Aphasia
Healthcare Documentation, Coding and HIPAA Requirements: An SLP's Guide
October 10, 2022
An overview of the components of healthcare documentation and International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10) coding are provided. Laws related to medical records, including Health In... Read More
Documentation and Reimbursement
Evaluating and Enhancing Children's Phonological Systems: Research and Theory to Practice
October 3, 2022
Barbara Hodson's textbook, Evaluating and Enhancing Children's Phonological Systems: Research and Theory to Practice provides clinical applications as well as research results for evidence-based pract... Read More
Articulation, Phonology, and Speech Sound Disorders
20Q: Mental Health, Aphasia, and the SLP’s Role
October 3, 2022
Depression and other mental health challenges are prevalent in individuals with aphasia. Recent research on the mental health status of individuals with aphasia, as well as several mental health and w... Read More
20Q with Ann Kummer Aphasia Social, Emotional, Behavioral
Collaborating With Applied Behavior Analysts: What Every SLP Needs to Know
September 21, 2022
Due to the amount of crossover between the professions, intense collaboration is often necessary between speech-language pathologists and board certified behavior analysts (BCBAs). This course discuss... Read More
Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) Language Disorder(s) School Intervention and Collaboration in Schools Social, Emotional, Behavioral
20Q: The Importance of Explicit Literacy Instruction in Early Elementary Grades
September 15, 2022
Key processes in literacy development and tools for differentiating between typical and disordered written language are described in this article. Read More
20Q with Ann Kummer Literacy and Phonological Awareness School Intervention and Collaboration in Schools
Sarcopenia, Frailty and Dysphagia
September 7, 2022
This article discusses the relationships between swallowing, frailty, and aging, as well as additional contributing factors, and describes interventions to manage and possibly prevent sarcopenic dysph... Read More
Aging Dysphagia (Adult) Medical SLP Collection
20Q: English Learners and Developmental Language Disorder - Strategies to Develop Academic Vocabulary Skills
August 25, 2022
Specific, research-based strategies for developing academic vocabulary skills of English Learners with Developmental Language Disorder are provided in this article. Read More
20Q with Ann Kummer Cultural and Linguistic Diversity Language Disorder(s) Literacy and Phonological Awareness School Intervention and Collaboration in Schools
20Q: Setting Meaningful Goals with Your Clients: How Counseling Techniques Can Help
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August 15, 2022
Ethnographic counseling, motivational interviewing, and tools for verbally impaired clients are described, and examples within therapy interactions are provided. Read More
20Q with Ann Kummer Aging Aphasia Counseling
Post-Concussive Syndrome
August 2, 2022
A description of post-concussive syndrome, including etiology, predictors, and common symptoms. Differential diagnosis and treatment considerations are addressed. Read More
Veterans Affairs (VA) courses
20Q: ASHA Code of Ethics - What Do I Need to Know?
July 20, 2022
Essential elements and the function of the ASHA Board of Ethics are described in this course. How the ASHA Code of Ethics can be integrated into daily practice is also addressed. Read More
20Q with Ann Kummer Ethics
Management of Behaviors During Feeding and Swallowing Intervention
July 19, 2022
An overview of how behavior is used as communication in pediatric clients with disordered feeding and swallowing, including identification of communicative intent, management of behavior, and implicat... Read More
Dysphagia (Adult) Social, Emotional, Behavioral
Leadership in Healthcare
July 14, 2022
The importance of leadership in healthcare, and methods of developing critical leadership skills. Read More
Professional Issues