Children must hear speech sounds in order to produce them. Children with hearing impairments have difficulty in hearing such sounds. As a result, they may have the following difficulties:
A) Delayed or unclear speech;
B) Reduced understanding of what people say;
C) Using limited or incorrect vocabulary and sentences to express themselves
These difficulties, over time, impacts on the children’s academic learning and social interaction.
Speech Therapists are qualified professionals trained to assess, manage, and provide intervention for children and/or adults with communication and/or swallowing difficulties.
In Canossian School, the speech therapist helps children with hearing loss to communicate effectively through the following ways:
A) Speaking clearly using accurate speech sounds;
B) Understanding what others say;
C) Sharing ideas using appropriate vocabulary, grammar, and sentences;
D) Exploring other ways to communicate using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC);
E) Interacting appropriately in various environments.