Target audience:
SENCOs and Early Years Practitioners
Course outline:
The purpose of this session is to develop practitioners’ knowledge and understanding of the main characteristics of speech, language and communication needs in order to support early identification and to be able to identify appropriate next steps of support.
Course objectives:
• To share the main characteristics of speech, language and communication needs in order to support early identification of needs
• To consider some assessment tools to support the early identification of speech, language and communication needs
• To consider ways of identifying appropriate next steps for children with speech, language and communication needs
• To share information on relevant health agencies in Hounslow involved in the assessment of children with speech, language and communication needs
Course outcomes:
Practitioners will have increased ~
• Knowledge of what is meant by ‘speech, language and communication needs’
• Knowledge of the main characteristics of speech, language and communication needs
• Confidence in using early identification tools, outside agency advice and the EYFS to support identification of next steps and track progress
Date Tuesday 30 January 2024
Time 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Platform Microsoft Teams - This course is being delivered via Microsoft teams. Please ensure your device is compatible. We recommend you access this through a computer or laptop for the best experience.
Cost £15 per delegate (day nurseries, playgroups)
£75 per delegate (maintained & non-maintained schools)
Facilitator Early Years SEN Team