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Should We Treat Cleft Palate Speech Errors With Oral Motor Exercises? (SIG 5) (WEB19404)
This course explores the use of oral motor exercise in the treatment of children with resonance and/or compensatory speech errors. Speakers discuss theoretical, developmental, and other data sets, with a focus on how to apply critical thinking to treatment planning. Speakers present treatment examples as well as research and its clinical implications.
This course is part of the SIGnature Series, a collection of courses developed by volunteers from ASHA’s Special Interest Groups, who share practical, evidence-based suggestions and solutions based on their in-depth knowledge, clinical experiences, and passion for their specialty areas. This course was developed by SIG 5: Craniofacial and Velopharyngeal Disorders.
Learning Outcomes
You will be able to:
- Identify considerations related to oral motor exercises as a treatment option for children with velopharyngeal dysfunction
- Discuss the available theoretical, developmental, and treatment research that has been conducted to date
- Apply a critical thinking framework to formulate functional treatment plans
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What is Included?
You'll get online access to all the course content, including the full video and handouts, so you can access it from anywhere!
Assessment Type
Self-assessment—Think about what you learned and report on the Completion Form how you will use your new knowledge.