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Child Language CenterSpeech/Language Programs across the U.S.
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) recommends that therapy providers hold the Certificate of Clinical Competence in speech/language pathology and be licensed by the state in which they practice.
The Scottish Rite of Free Masonry
As its national philanthropy, the Scottish Rite has adopted the cause of serving children with speech and language disorders. In so doing, it has sponsored more than 100 Centers where certified speech-language pathologists evaluate and treat children with communication problems, and serve as a resource to the community. These Centers for Childhood Language Disorders are located throughout most of the country. In many states, the Centers are located in or adjacent to a Scottish Rite Temple. The Centers also may be associated with major hospitals or universities in the area. All are clearly identified in the telephone book and are well known to health care and education professionals in the areas in which they are located. Call your local Scottish Rite for information about a Center near you.
University Programs
Many public and private university programs throughout the United States offer graduate programs in speech-language pathology. This field of study prepares students to provide therapy to children (and adults) with speech/language disorders. These programs provide professional training to their students and, as part of the training program, clinical services to their communities. Programs are listed in the phone book or can be found by calling the university information number. The clinics are usually associated with departments referred to variously as:
- Speech Language Pathology and Audiology,
- Speech and Hearing Sciences,
- Communication Disorders, etc.
Public Schools
Federal law requires states to provide speech and language services to children who qualify for services from birth through kindergarten. These programs are typically administered through state health departments or public schools. Contact your local school district office for more information.
Hospital Programs
Speech-language pathology programs are available in many hospital settings. Children are seen in both in-patient or out-patient settings.
Private Practice
Private practitioners also provide therapy in most communities. Check your local yellow pages under Speech-Language Pathology or contact you state’s Speech-Language-Hearing Association (e.g., Arizona Speech and Hearing Association – ArSHA).
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Links to Valuable Resources
Please note that the following web sites were not created by Wings on Words and may not, therefore, reflect the views and beliefs of the staff, directors and sponsors. They have, however, been screened by our staff and provided as a resource for outside information found on the World Wide Web.
- University of Arizona Department of Speech Language and Hearing Sciences
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
- First Things First
- Directory Of Scottish Rite Childhood Language Disorders Clinics, Centers, and Programs
- Childhood Apraxia of Speech Association of North America
This web site focuses on apraxia of speech. It provides assistance, information, guidance, referral, education and research support to families and professionals on apraxia of speech and associated speech, language, learning delays, education, therapy and services. The site includes articles, resources, publications and personal stories shared by families dealing with apraxia of speech. - Kaufman Children’s Center for Speech Language and Sensory Disorders
This website was designed by Nancy R. Kaufman, M.A. CCC/SLP who has specialized in the preschool population for 21 years. It includes testimonials from parents and families, signs and symptoms of different disorders and syndromes such as apraxia of speech, articulation disorders, Asperger’s Syndrome, autism, expressive and receptive language disorder and sensory integration and motor disorders. - The National Parenting Center
This web site is another general parenting site with a wealth of information for parents regarding children of all ages. There are links to informative articles, “Seal of Approval” reviews of products for children grouped by age, price and category and a chat room for parents.