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Specialist in Speech & Language Therapy (ASD)

There is a drastic increase in the prevalence of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) across globe. This indicates that an immediate attention is required in the assessment and management of individuals with ASD. The speech language pathologist plays a major role in the assessment and management of A ...

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·         Practical oriented training on the assessment and management of autism spectrum disorders


Start Date : 01/08/2024

Scholarship Amount : INR 20000 /-

( Students who have completed B. ASLP/ M. ASLP/ M.Sc. Speech Language Pathology )

₹ 7,500.00

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There is a drastic increase in the prevalence of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) across globe. This indicates that an immediate attention is required in the assessment and management of individuals with ASD. The speech language pathologist plays a major role in the assessment and management of ASD. This highlights the importance of adequate academic and clinical training for Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs) to work with children affected by ASDs. Hence, it is proposed to develop a specialized program to prepare SLPs to work successfully and confidently with this specialized population. This program is designed to generate manpower and expertise that will cater to the needs of individuals with ASDs at the grass root level. In this program, the students are trained to identify individuals with ASD. The students also get trained in diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of ASDs across the lifespan. This will be a service-oriented course with theory and practical in a hospital set-up.

1.      To develop awareness on the history, etiology, unique neuro developmental and behavioral characteristics of people living with ASDs. 2.      To understand the causes, symptoms, diagnostic tools, research-based intervention and examine the mental health needs of people with ASDs across the life span 3.      To provide information on the role in the provision of speech/language services for ASDs. 4.      To develop the inter personal, job-oriented skills necessary to problem solve as team members in a flexible, empathetic, resourceful, and productive manner 5.      Explore service pathways including working with agencies and understanding transition practices as well as relevant legislation

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