What to Expect at a Speech Therapy Assessment for a Child or Adult
A practical guide to preparing for a speech therapy assessment, what information to bring, what may be assessed and how the next-step plan is decided.
Read the resourcePractical guidance on hearing, communication, auditory processing, hearing technology and balance-related care, written to help patients and families understand the next step.
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A practical guide to preparing for a speech therapy assessment, what information to bring, what may be assessed and how the next-step plan is decided.
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