Apraxia CEU Courses for SLPs

This is Part 1 of a two-part series. A detailed overview of Dynamic Temporal Tactile Cueing (DTTC), a motor-based approach designed for children with Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS), is provided in this course. Theoretical foundations of DTTC as well as the temporal hierarchy and multisensory cues used in its implementation are described, and opportunities for dynamic clinical decision-making are provided in the context of case studies.

This is Part 2 of a two-part series. Optimal treatment target selection for children with childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) in the context of Dynamic Temporal Tactile Cuing (DTTC) is described in this course. Progress monitoring to determine when to graduate mastered stimuli and introduce new targets, and generalization are also discussed. Case studies are used to illustrate the clinical decision-making process.

Based on the textbook Here’s How to Treat Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS): Third Edition, this course discusses the most current research regarding the nature of CAS, best practices in evaluation, and effective treatment approaches, along with considerations related to motor learning and co-occurring challenges. It provides a holistic overview of the complex needs of children with CAS at various stages of development.

Interprofessional collaborative practice (IPCP) for children with childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) and co-occurring motor coordination difficulties is explored in this course. A case-based approach is used to highlight the clinical significance of IPCP in effectively treating the speech, language, and motor impairments typically observed in this population.

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 disorders and differences. Examples are provided of how to assess and treat speech disorders using speech science-based principles and techniques such as the source-filter theory and acoustic, physiologic and biofeedback measures.

Master skills to implement in your practice immediately with continued Master Class. This four-hour course describes the components of motor planning and the areas of impact. Assessment, strategies for supporting clients with motor planning challenges, and tips for discussing praxis with caregivers are also addressed.

This course discusses differential diagnosis of childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) and dysarthria in children, including similarities and differences in subsystem impairments and speech features between the two disorders. A freely available diagnostic tool, the Profile for Childhood Apraxia of speech and Dysarthria (ProCAD), is described, and video examples and case studies are provided to demonstrate its use and provide practice opportunities.

This podcast discusses the early signs of apraxia and describes strategies to share with parents. Resources that can be helpful for treating apraxia are also reviewed.

This course explores emotional intelligence (EQ) and how to "plug in" and use it in situations that go awry with parents of clients. Specific strategies for handling difficult situations and de-escalating arguments are discussed.

This is Part 2 of a two-part series on childhood apraxia of speech (CAS). This course discusses the latest evidence on how to treat children with CAS, key treatment components for optimal outcomes, and matching treatments to client profiles. Videos examples and case studies are included for additional practice.