What Do Speech and Language Pathologists Do?
Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) work with children with communication disorders. Speech and language disorders include not just incorrectly spoken sounds in words but also misunderstandings of language meaning or misuse of language structures. If a child experiences difficulties in these areas to the point that these difficulties adversely affect progress in school, the child may benefit from speech and language therapy.
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is the certifying body for speech-language pathologists. Each Fraser Public Schools SLP has received ASHA certification, which means that each holds a "Certificate of Clinical Competence" (CCC) through this nationally recognized professional organization. All have met the rigorous academic and professional standards required to develop the knowledge, skills, and expertise necessary to provide high quality clinical services. Additionally, professional development is on-going, to keep this certification current.
The standards for speech-language pathology certification are established by speech-language pathologists, who are members of ASHA's Council for Clinical Certification in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CFCC). Certificate holders are expected to adhere to these standards and abide by ASHA's Code of Ethics. More information about the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) can be found at asha.org.
In addition to ASHA certification, all Fraser Public Schools SLPs are licensed by the State of Michigan to diagnose and treat speech and language disorders.
Contact us:
Lana Budde, M.A. CCC-SLP
Salk Elementary and Emerson Elementary
E-mail: [email protected]
Megan Busen, M.S. CCC-SLP
Dooley Early Childhood Center and Speech Services for Pre-Schoolers
E-mail: [email protected]
Lena Ellison, M.A. CCC-SLP
Twain Elementary
E-mail: [email protected]
Karen Lewis, M.A. CCC-SLP
Edison Elementary and Richards Middle School
E-mail: [email protected]
Kelly Malloy, M.A. CCC-SLP
Eisenhower Elementary and St. John Luthern
E-mail: [email protected]
Terri Weslosky, M.A. CCC-SLP
Disney Elementary and Fraser High School
E-mail: [email protected]
Salk Elementary and Emerson Elementary
E-mail: [email protected]
Megan Busen, M.S. CCC-SLP
Dooley Early Childhood Center and Speech Services for Pre-Schoolers
E-mail: [email protected]
Lena Ellison, M.A. CCC-SLP
Twain Elementary
E-mail: [email protected]
Karen Lewis, M.A. CCC-SLP
Edison Elementary and Richards Middle School
E-mail: [email protected]
Kelly Malloy, M.A. CCC-SLP
Eisenhower Elementary and St. John Luthern
E-mail: [email protected]
Terri Weslosky, M.A. CCC-SLP
Disney Elementary and Fraser High School
E-mail: [email protected]