Tag: speech therapy
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GFTA-3 Explainer
A Parent Field Guide GFTA-3: What parents actually need to know. Goldman-Fristoe Test of Articulation, Third Edition The GFTA-3 is the test the speech-language pathologist uses when speech sounds are the question. It checks how clearly your child produces consonants in different parts of words. This guide walks through what the standard score actually captures,…
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CELF-5 Explainer
A Parent Field Guide CELF-5: What parents actually need to know. Clinical Evaluation of Language Fundamentals, Fifth Edition The CELF-5 is the test the speech-language pathologist gives when language is on the table. It separates what your child understands (receptive language) from what they can express (expressive language), then digs into vocabulary, grammar, and language…
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Your Child May Be Entitled to More Than You Know: A Complete Guide to Related Services in the IEP
Most parents think IEPs only cover classroom accommodations. But related services like speech therapy, occupational therapy, and counseling can be part of your child’s plan too. Here’s what they are, who qualifies, and how to request them.