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The AAC course focuses on teaching Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) for gestalt language processors, including different types of AAC, research-based strategies, and ways to obtain a robust AAC system. It also teaches how to assess and utilize a framework for Gestalt language processing and AAC, and how to customize AAC devices to best support Gestalt language processors.

In contrast, the Meaningful Speech course provides an overview of the two ways to process language, gestalt language processing, and analytic language processing. It teaches how to identify gestalt language processors and the Natural Language Acquisition framework (Blanc, 2012), which includes an in-depth understanding of the six stages of Natural Language Acquisition. The course also focuses on child-led therapy and maximizing opportunities for spontaneous language, with bonus modules covering related areas such as AAC, motor planning, sensory processing, and autism.

As a parent or caregiver, this course will help you understand gestalt language development, walk you through how to assess your child’s language through spontaneous language samples and give you step-by-step guidance on how to support your child through any/all the stages of gestalt language development (there are six!).  You have lifetime access and can log in and out anytime that works with your schedule.

This course is appropriate if your child has been diagnosed with autism as most autistic individuals are likely gestalt language processors.  If your child is not autistic, they could still be a Gestalt language processor.  This is a natural, normal way to develop language, but some kids need support as they don’t easily progress through the stages on their own.  If your child communicates mostly with single words or delayed echolalia (“jargon” like speech, scripts from movies/media, and/or long unintelligible strings of language with rich intonation), this course is likely for you!

The Meaningful Speech (GLP) course is a comprehensive “how to” course on gestalt language development.  It was written by a practicing clinician (speech-language pathologist) and includes a huge variety of videos of actual therapy sessions.  This course also has 40+ unique handouts that were designed to support you step by step as you begin to understand the history, research and background of gestalt language development, how to assess a child with spontaneous language samples and how to support them through any/all six stages of gestalt language development. 

Most SLPs are tired of taking classes and continuing education that are full of theory and not much practical advice on what to do “Monday in speech therapy.”  This course was designed to include some theory (that’s important of course!) BUT it’s heavy on practical advice and guidance that clinicians, professionals and parents need in order to support the gestalt language processors in their lives.

This is the only course on the market that comes with access to an exclusive member’s forum that is only for those that have taken or are taking the course.  You can post language samples, questions or participate in discussion in the forum.  This type of setup is ideal for self-paced learning and doesn’t leave you “high and dry” when questions arise before, during or after taking the course.

Videos in this course range from 3 minutes to 2.5 hours:

• Module 1: Approx 3 minutes
• Module 2: Approx 75 minutes
• Module 3: Approx 60 minutes
• Module 4: Approx 70 minutes
• Module 5: Approx 76 minutes
• Module 6: Approx 47 minutes
• Module 7: Approx 141 minutes

Yes! You will have access to the full course for the lifetime of the course and can work at your own pace to complete it.

Yes, email [email protected] to inquire about group discounts.  We offer them for groups of 3 or more.

SLPs and SLPAs that take the course (core modules 2-7) and pass the final assessment with a score of 80% or higher are given the opportunity to join the registry.  Once you receive a passing score you will be emailed with information and instructions regarding the registry.

Yes!  Anyone working with kids who communicate with echolalia should take this course.  All non-SLP/SLPA professionals should sign up under the Parent/Student rate.

We do! Use the links below to access our payment plans which break your payment into 2 payments. The 1st payment is due today. The 2nd payment is due in 30 days.

If your card is declined for any reason, you will have course access immediately revoked. Once we have received payment, it may take several days to reinstate you into the program. 

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SLPs & SLPAs CLICK HERE

Yes! The Meaningful Speech Course has been approved as a provider for Illinois Early Intervention Credit.

Yes! While it is not CEUS, you can submit it for Professional Development Hours (PDHs). Each module offers anywhere from .5 to 2 PDH! The ONLY difference is you have to track your own PDH.  The ASHA registry only tracks CEUs. We have included a tracking form for you in the handouts! We also have a certificate of completion from ASHA that you can download after each module is completed.  Keep your certificate of course completion in case of an audit.

SLPs need 30 PDH or 3.0 CEUs every 3 years to maintain ASHA certification.

Check out this PDF for more information on PDH vs CEU.

Please review the side-by-side comparison above.  SLPs/SLPAs are given the opportunity to obtain PDH from ASHA for every module. It is 19.5 hours of continuing education.  They are then able to take the final assessment, which is graded by an SLP, and they are given feedback specifically for them.  Finally, they also have the opportunity to be listed in the NLA Trained Clinician Registry with a passing score of 80% or higher on the final assessment. 

No, we only accept credit cards and PayPal.  School districts registering their employees typically pay via district credit card or reimburse employees who have enrolled independently.

This is the ONLY course on the market that teaches you in depth about AAC and gestalt language development.  There are currently AAC courses being sold that have one module or a couple bonus modules on gestalt language development, but currently no other courses exist that cover the topic in this much depth or show you how to modify for GLPs on almost every popular AAC app available on the market.

Most SLPs are tired of taking classes and continuing education that are full of theory and not much practical advice on what to do “Monday in speech therapy.”  This course was designed to include some theory (that’s important of course!) BUT it’s heavy on practical advice and guidance that clinicians, professionals, and parents need in order to support the gestalt language processors that use AAC in their lives.

This is the only AAC course on the market that comes with access to an exclusive member’s forum that is only for those that have taken or are taking the course.  You can post language samples, questions or participate in discussion in the forum.  This type of setup is ideal for self-paced learning and doesn’t leave you “high and dry” when questions arise before, during, or after taking the course.

This course offers continued knowledge for gestalt language processors who use or would benefit from AAC.  By taking both courses, participants will gain a well-rounded understanding of how to support both speaking and non-speaking individuals and how to determine when and how to use AAC to support gestalt language processors. 

If you are a professional, you may want to take the original course if you have a mixed caseload and work with both speaking, minimally, and non-speaking gestalt language processors.

Module 1: Approx 10 minutes

Module 2: Approx 75 minutes

Module 3: Approx 75 minutes

Module 4: Approx 35 minutes

Module 5: Approx 150 minutes

If you suspect your child is a gestalt language processor, has been making minimal progress with traditional AAC supports, and is minimally or nonspeaking, then this course is likely right for you! 

There are no prerequisites. We will cover gestalt language development AND AAC in this course and show you how to modify your child’s device/system to support the way they develop language!  

If you are a professional, you may want to take the original course if you have a mixed caseload and work with both speaking, minimally and non-speaking gestalt language processors.

All speech-language pathologists, parents, therapists, teachers, and related professionals who are looking for practical knowledge and application of how to best support AAC users who would be defined as gestalt language processors.

People who are looking for dense theory with no practical application and those looking for empirical research related to AAC and GLP. This is a practical course based on the other two pillars of evidence-based practice (i.e., client values, clinical expertise).

Yes! You will have access to the full course

While it is not CEUS, you can submit it for Professional Development Hours (PDH). Each module offers anywhere from .5 to 2 PDH! The ONLY difference is you have to track your own PDH.  The ASHA registry only tracks CEUs. We have included a tracking form for you in the handouts! We also have a certificate of completion from ASHA that you can download after each module is completed. Keep your certificate of course completion in case of an audit. Click here to learn more.

SLPs/SLPAs are given the opportunity to obtain PDH from ASHA for every module. It is more than 8 hours of continuing education.  They are then able to take the final assessment, which is graded by an SLP, and they are given feedback specifically from them.  And if you are a private practice clinician, you will have the opportunity to list yourself as an AAC + GLP-trained clinician on the Meaningful Speech NLA-trained clinician registry.

SLPs need 30 PDHs or 3.0 CEUs every 3 years to maintain ASHA certification.

Check out this PDF for more information on PDHs vs. CEUs.

No, we only accept credit cards and PayPal.  School districts registering their employees typically pay via district credit card or reimburse employees who have enrolled independently.

Yes we do! We also offer group discounts - email [email protected] for group discount pricing.

It is highly encouraged. However, it is not a prerequisite for taking this course.

There are free resources on gestalt language processing and AAC.  They do NOT go in depth about how to support navigating the process from assessment through all of the Natural Language Acquisition stages. This course will provide resources and practical considerations to support AAC users who are gestalt language processors AND give specific suggestions on how best to customize their specific AAC software. PLUS, you get lifetime continual free updates and resources every time we add content to this course! PLUS, you get access to the forum to ask specific questions related to your AAC users.

CLICK HERE to download our flyer to share with your employer! It explains the course, what's included, what you will learn, and the cost. 

The course aims to educate the clinician and parent in Gestalt Language Processing and Natural Language Acquisition concepts and strategies. The Gestalt Language Processing Handbook breaks down the information into manageable chunks in order to allow others to support the child’s language development journey.

It is only available in English at this time.

We do! Email [email protected] to inquire about group discounts and multi-seat licensing.

I love continuing education and know how difficult it can be to try and explain new concepts when the very information you are providing is new to you!  While I may understand Gestalt Language Processing, I still find myself coming away from conversations with colleagues and parents feeling like I didn’t explain the information well enough or that we provided too much information at once and wanted a better way to share information about Gestalt Language Processing. All of this on top of the fact that developing educational supports, providing therapy, consultations, and advocacy all take time and time is a finite resource! I created this handbook to support clinicians and parents who are working hard to advocate for our Gestalt Language Processors by providing easily reproducible, “ready to go” handouts that break down information into manageable topics in order to support these valuable educational opportunities.

At checkout, you will be able to add on our Meaningful Speech Course for $20 off!

CLICK HERE to download our flyer to share with your employer! It explains the handbook, what's included, what you will learn, and the cost.

We do! Use the links below to access our payment plans which break your payment into 2 payments. 

The 1st payment is due today. The 2nd payment is due in 30 days.

If your card is declined for any reason, you will have course access immediately revoked. Once we have received payment it may take several days to reinstate you into the program.

PARENTS, STUDENTS, PROFESSIONALS CLICK HERE

SLPs & SLPAs CLICK HERE

Every purchase includes all of the following:

• Purchase instructions, tips, and video introduction
• GLP Parent Questionnaire & Child Intake Form (10 pages)
• Clinician Checklist for GLP Parent Interview (2 pages)
• GLP IEP Parent Questionnaire (4 pages)
• Gestalt Dictionary for all three sets of forms + instructions
• Language Sample Recording form + instructions for parent use

Upon completion of your purchase, you will receive a digital download of the forms directly to your email. Additionally, you can retrieve them at any time by signing into our online portal.

CHILD POSTER

This poster is a visual for clinicians, parents, and/or classroom teachers to remember to take a relationship-based and child-centered approach when supporting a gestalt language processor. This simple mnemonic device will be a daily reminder, “It is all about the CHILD” when using these strategies to support natural language development. 

CHILD-LED POSTER

One of the key elements of supporting gestalt language development naturally is child-led interactions! This poster provides a visual explanation of the importance of child-led play and some reminders to keep everyone focused on the child’s interests and strengths to best support authentic relationships and intrinsic motivation.

FINDING BALANCE POSTER

When we want to support a gestalt language processor naturally, it is important to find a balance in modeling without expectation, using silence as a strategy, listening, and acknowledging the child’s language, and speaking naturally. This visual provides the reminder to keep things natural and in balance while using strategies that support our gestalt language processors.

Your purchase will come with links to download your preferred poster size so you can print at home or order large prints from your printer of choice. Sizes included: 8 x 11.5, 11 x 17, 24 x 26.