CEU Courses for SLPs

The sudden loss of intimacy post-stroke can have a dramatic change on satisfaction in a relationship, and this added cost to caregiving is often not addressed in rehabilitation. This course discusses the evidence related to changes in intimacy when an individual has aphasia, outcomes from a community program targeting intimate reconnection, and ways speech-language pathologists can support the reclaiming of these important relationships.

There is a complex grieving process that many parents experience when their child receives a diagnosis of childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) or other diagnosis. This course defines relevant terminology and describes the triggers and stages of grief that are common to this grieving process. It also discusses strategies to help families move forward in a positive way.

This course discusses the conceptual framework of the World Health Organization’s International Classification of Functioning (ICF). It describes how to integrate this framework into Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) assessment and intervention processes, and how to use it to write functional communication goals.

This course is designed for health professionals who desire to develop a culturally inclusive mindset to inform and enhance their collaborative work with diverse populations. It discusses the many dimensions of cultural influences, and self & organizational assessment tools and models that participants can apply to begin action in their professional lives to create a culturally inclusive mindset.

Numerous factors have contributed to the values and aptitudes of today’s students, aka Generation Z. All charged with their instruction should be cognizant of these characteristics, which may impact styles of learning. This course explores what social scientists tell us about Gen Z's strengths and limitations, and how best to adapt education, training and clinical service provision for these individuals.

The issue of whether non-speech oral motor treatments (NSOMTs) should be used in speech therapy is still controversial. This course provides a quick overview of non-speech oral motor movements, and discusses statistics regarding the usage of this treatment approach by clinicians, the evidence related to NSOMTs for a few clinical areas, and suggestions for further reading.

Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is a prevalent condition, but many people outside of the profession misunderstand its nature and manifestation. This course describes DLD as a neurodevelopmental disability and discusses implications for SLPs related to diagnosis, communication with families, and advocacy efforts. This course is presented in partnership with the American Board of Child Language and Language Disorders (ABCLLD).

The DIRFloortime® framework can be used not only with children with autism, but with a wide variety of ages and diagnoses. This 4-hour master class describes DIRFloortime principles and concepts such as Functional Emotional Developmental Capacities (FEDCs) and relationship-based intervention. Case studies provide examples of goals and therapy activities, including virtual experiences, for various populations.

Effective management of dysphagia in adults requires thorough knowledge of the anatomy and neurophysiology of swallowing and respiration and the coordination of these functions. Shared structures and neurophysiology of the aerodigestive tract are discussed as well as diseases of the respiratory system that can impact swallowing. Examples of application of this information to the evaluation and treatment of dysphagia are provided.

Dose is defined as the number of teaching episodes/opportunities in one therapy session and has been reported as an “active ingredient” that yields change. This course discusses research on why dosage matters in speech sound therapy, factors that influence what’s possible in school-based sessions, and the results of a recent investigation into both.