In this short, introductory course, we will consider what is meant by speech, language and communication and the related functions of attention and memory. A brief overview of typical child language development will be followed by a focus on children's speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) both in the home and school setting. We will be discussing how SLCN impact on learning and ways that we can support children and young people with these difficulties. Having considered how children learn new words, we will look at practical ways to support vocabulary development. Finally, we will discuss social communication difficulties and how we can help children to develop their ability to interact effectively with others.
Additional information about this course
This course is for the residents of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
Course aim
The purpose of this course is to provide a brief introduction to speech, language and communication development in children and young people and how adults can support individuals with difficulties related to these functions
Do I need any particular skills or experience?
- This course is for beginners and improvers
By the end of the course I should be able to:
- You will be able to outline strategies to support a child with SLCN at home and/ or in the classroom
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What else do I need to know?
You will need internet access
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Cambridgeshire - Introduction to Speech, Language and Communication Needs
