Considerations in Schools
Criteria for determining eligibility for services in a school setting are detailed in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA; 2004). In accordance with these criteria, the SLP needs to determine
Eligibility for speech-language pathology services is documented in the child's individualized education program (IEP), and the child's goals and the dismissal process are explained to parents and teachers.
Dismissal from speech-language pathology services occurs once the criteria for eligibility are no longer met—that is, when the child's communication problem no longer adversely affects academic achievement and functional performance.
Sources:
http://mommyspeechtherapy.com/?page_id=55
http://www.asha.org/PRPSpecificTopic.aspx?folderid=8589935321§ion=Treatment
Criteria for determining eligibility for services in a school setting are detailed in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA; 2004). In accordance with these criteria, the SLP needs to determine
- if the child has a speech sound disorder,
- if there is an adverse effect on educational performance resulting from the disability,
- if specially designed instruction and/or related services and supports are needed to help the student make progress in the general education curriculum.
Eligibility for speech-language pathology services is documented in the child's individualized education program (IEP), and the child's goals and the dismissal process are explained to parents and teachers.
Dismissal from speech-language pathology services occurs once the criteria for eligibility are no longer met—that is, when the child's communication problem no longer adversely affects academic achievement and functional performance.
Sources:
http://mommyspeechtherapy.com/?page_id=55
http://www.asha.org/PRPSpecificTopic.aspx?folderid=8589935321§ion=Treatment