How is a child identified for possible speech and/or language services?
The classroom teacher, a support teacher, or the parents may submit a written request for a speech evaluation to the Speech-Language Specialist. If a voice disorder is suspected, the child must first be referred to an otolaryngologist (ear, nose, and throat doctor). If voice therapy is necessary, the doctor’s prescription is used to initiate speech therapy. In the case of preschool children, the parent must initiate the request for an evaluation and submit the request to the secretary for the preschool disabled program.
Related Questions
- My child is already on a waiting list or receiving speech/language services through the hospital or school. Would my child also benefit from private speech/language services?
- My child receives therapeutic services (e.g. speech, occupational or physical therapy) at school, can we continue this if we homeschool?
- Is it possible a child could become ineligible for Autism Waiver services while being on the Proposed Autism Waiver Recipient List?
