An assessment is essential to get a baseline measurement of your child's speech, language and communication needs.
You’ll start by completing a brief referral form. This is so we can ensure you are being matched with the best therapist for your child’s needs. In the consultation session, your therapist will take a case history to gather some background information and will then advise if you need an assessment or can go straight ahead with therapy. The assessment session is usually 45-50 minutes long and will assess your child across a variety of areas, based on what your concerns are. You’ll then receive a full report including recommendations and strategies within 7 days.
Your therapist may want to assess your child's:
- Understanding of language
- Ability to generate sentences and express themselves
- Pronunciation of sounds
- Understanding of non-literal language
- Vocabulary range
But it really depends on your child's needs and age.