Level: Introductory

Length: 1 hour

Timeframe for access: Once you first choose to "Launch" this course, you will have 45 days to access the content as often as you like. Your 45-day window for access will not begin until you first click the "Launch" button.

Learning Objectives:

• Define the STAR PROCESS as it applies to speech and language intervention
• Explain the role of relationship and regulation in successful speech and language intervention
• Recognize the impact of organization and emotional regulation on foundational communication skills
• Describe common patterns of speech and language development in individuals with sensory differences

Course Outline:

1) Intro to the STAR Frame of Reference

2) Introduction to the STAR PROCESS

3) What is the role of an SLP at STAR

4) How does the PROCESS apply to speech and language intervention

a. P: Play

b. R: Relationships

c. O: Organize/Regulate

d. C: Collaborate

i. Collaborate with the child – balance skills building and their goals idea, get their ideas and preferences included

ii. Collaborate with Parents

iii. Collaborate with other professionals

e. E: Emotion regulation

f. S: Sensory and speech

g. S: Success

5) Pulling it together

Presenter:

Carrie Dishlip, CCC-SLP
Carrie received her Master of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology from The University of Arizona in 2004. Prior to joining STAR Institute, Carrie worked in Southern California and practiced in several different pediatric settings including a multidisciplinary SPD clinic, public schools, a hospital-based mental health treatment program, and private practice clinics. She served as an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) specialist and has experience developing and running social skills programs. Carrie has taken the University of Southern California Advanced Training in Sensory Integrative Dysfunction and is PROMPT trained and Hanen Certified. She has led professional and parent workshops on social skills and AAC and has run the Hanen It Takes Two to Talk® and PROMPT PARENT/CAREGIVER® workshops. Carrie loves the outdoors and is excited for all the adventures Colorado has to offer.

Who should attend
Speech language pathologists, occupational therapists and other providers for children with disordered sensory processing

Instructional Methods:
PowerPoint lecture with video

Cancellation Policy:
Because this program is recorded and accessible at your convenience, cancellations are not typically accepted. Please contact education@spdstar.org if you have any questions or concerns.

Do you have a disability that would require special accommodations?
Please contact us at education@spdstar.org and describe how we can help accommodate your needs.

Continuing Education:

Course Completion Requirements:

Upon full completion of the course video, participants must complete and pass a quiz with at least 80% accuracy to receive a certificate of completion.

Presenter Disclosures:

Financial: Carrie Dishlip is an employee of STAR Institute for Sensory Processing, who collaborated on the development of this course within her salaried hours.
Nonfinancial: No relevant relationships to disclose.