Effective communication requires the ability to establish and shift attention, take in and process information and formulate responses appropriate for the situation. These programs address language and communication to help children learn to communicate their needs and advocate for themselves.
Programs may accept registrants after start date.
Basic Communication/Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)
20 WEEKS
2 OR 3 DAYS/WEEK
2 OR 3 HRS/DAY
AGES: 3-9
$6,600 (W/TAX)
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The focus of this group is to increase the complexity of your child’s early communication skills, either verbally or with the use of PECS. In PECS, children learn to initiate communication by exchanging picture cards related to items or activities. In Basic Communication, children learn to initiate communication by using sounds or single words. Families will also participate in mediator model training to learn how to support their child’s communication skills.
3-5 YEARS
NORTH:
Apr 6 – Jun 26
(3 days) Mon , Wed & Fri
10:00am – 12:00 pm
EAST:
Apr 6 – Jun 26
(3 days) Mon , Wed & Fri
10:00am – 12:00 pm
7-9 YEARS
NORTH:
Apr 6 – Jun 24
(2 days) Mon & Wed
3:00pm – 6:00 pm
Intermediate Communications
20 WEEKS
2 DAYS A WEEK
2 HRS/DAY
AGES: 4-6
$4,400 (W/TAX)
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This will enhance the complexity of your child’s communication skills, enhancing their ability to follow two-step instructions, respond to greetings and to their name, ask and answer questions. This is also designed to teach appropriate classroom skills and social skills to help your child excel in school, as well as structured family education sessions.
10-12 YEARS
EAST:
Apr 6 – Jun 24 (2 days)
Mon & Wed | 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm