Speech Language

Speech and Language instruction is the art and science of providing intervention to persons with communication impairments that adversely impact educational performance (PA Department of Education)

Speech-language disabilities are one of the most common disability categories in children. In 2022-2023, 14% of the special education population, or 45,080 K-12 students, were identified in PA schools as having a primary Speech or Language Impairment. The goal of the PaTTAN Speech-Language Initiative is to provide training and technical assistance to school-based SLPs across the Commonwealth, thereby improving service delivery and outcomes for students

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Resources

APR: Is a Career as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Right for You? APR: Is a Career as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Right for You? The APR: Career Exploration Series offers valuable insights into the various professional roles in special education and can educate students on potential career paths. This fact sheet highlights key aspects of a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), such as daily responsibilities and the skills required for success. Visit the APR Repository to learn more about Pennsylvania's APR initiative.

Consultants

- Office Lead
- State Lead
Jennifer Geibel PaTTAN - WEST
Tammy Thompson-Cooke PaTTAN - EAST
Amy Foor PaTTAN - CENTRAL
Amanda Thompson-Winnor PaTTAN - WEST
Elizabeth Serpentine PaTTAN - EAST
John Rose PaTTAN - CENTRAL