Summer Speech-Language Specialty Clinics
For
more than half a century, the CMU Department of Communication Disorders
has conducted Summer Specialty Clinics for children between the ages of 3
and 14 years with communicative impairments. This unique
day program has been maintained to provide:
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a combination of communication intervention, social skills instruction, and recreation experiences for children who are communicatively challenged; and |
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educational experience for students in the Department of Communication Disorders. |
Over the years, this highly regarded program has served more than 5000 children, and has provided practical experience to more than 2000 students pursuing careers in speech-language pathology and
audiology.
Eligibility
The Summer Speech-Language Specialty Clinics are designed for children and
young adolescents with communication disorders who can benefit from an intensive intervention program.
Individuals enrolled in the Summer Specialty Clinics typically receive more intervention
during the five-week program than they do in a nine-month school year.
Limited house is
available on campus for out-of-town families wishing to accompany their
children.
Participation is open to children 3-14 with all types of communication disorders, including:
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Developmental
language disorders |
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Articulation
disorders and Phonological impairment |
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Voice
disorders |
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Speech
disorders related to cleft lip and palate |
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Motor
speech disorders |
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Hearing
impairment |
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Stuttering/fluency
impairment |
Clinical sessions are half-day (full day optional for 7-14 year olds).
Participants must be capable of working in groups of two to four individuals.
Participant age, and the nature and severity of the communication disorder are considered prior to acceptance. Final enrollment is based on the availability of services needed by each prospective
applicant.
Applicant acceptance begins in March. Deadline is May
1 to assure consideration. Late applications will be processed on
a space-available basis. Due to limited space, early application is recommended.
Pre-clinic evaluations are conducted at Central Michigan University during
May and June to determine intervention goals and approaches for each applicant.
Costs
and Tuition
Families often obtain financial assistance from State agencies or community service clubs. A list of resources is available upon request from the director of the
Summer Specialty Clinics. Early and personal contact with such groups is strongly recommended.
For
More Information
Send applications and requests for more information to:
Summer Speech-Language Specialty Clinics
Health Professions Building 2168
Central Michigan University
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48859
Telephone: (989) 774-3803
Fax (989) 774-1891
