Speech-Language Therapy (SLP)
A related service that helps children with speech sounds, language comprehension, expression, social communication, voice, and fluency. Provided by a Speech-Language Pathologist.
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Additional support services your child needs to benefit from special education. Common examples include speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, transportation, and assistive technology.
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
Methods and tools used to help people who cannot rely on speech alone to communicate. This includes picture boards, sign language, and electronic speech-generating devices.
SLP in context
Speech-Language Therapy comes up across the IEP process — in your IEP document, during meeting prep, and in the federal rights that protect your child. IEP Ally explains where it shows up and what to do about it.
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