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Hands-on workshop for SLPs · Taiwan

Informal Language Assessment Workshop, Ages 0–6

Beyond standardized tests — not just theory, but concrete, real-world practice

Starts December 2026Class + toolkit + after-class supervisionSmall class: runs with 10, max 15
Sound familiar?6 things you'll learn in one dayScheduleToolkit & supervisionFees & sign-upInstructor
SOUND FAMILIAR?

Does this sound familiar?

Beyond standardized tests, are you missing important details?
Want to be more skilled, but not sure where to start?
Only 30 minutes — how do you assess faster and more precisely?
What parents report doesn't match what you see?
The child takes 40 minutes to eat and only takes purées — what else can I do?
You know the theory, but aren't confident in practice?

Not just understanding — walk out able to do it

🎬Real videos × a full round of practice with simulated clients
📋A custom assessment form used throughout
🧑‍🏫Practice in class, then assess right away at work
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

6 things you'll learn in one day

📋Case history & play-based assessment

How to take the presenting concern, respond to parents, and know which information matters

🎯Fast, precise assessment

Locate the child's floor and ceiling in 5–10 minutes

🔍Find the child's true learning ability

Real understanding or guessing from context? See the child's potential

🍽️Key points in feeding observation

What to watch at mealtimes, red flags, and an introduction to ARFID and PFD

🎬Hands-on — not a lecture you forget

Analyze real videos together and practice with simulated clients

🧰Tools and supervision to take home

A 6-piece assessment toolkit, plus 1:1 supervision tailored to your needs

SCHEDULE

Schedule (9:30–16:40)

09:30–10:00Opening
The core of informal language assessment
10:00–11:00Module 1
Case history & play observationIntake interview, managing behavior, observing play and joint attention, common misconceptions
🎬 Video analysis + hands-on practice
11:00–11:10Break
11:10–12:00Module 2
Receptive language assessment (Part 1)The "3-up, 3-down" quick locate; contextual vs. purely verbal instructions
12:00–13:00Lunch
13:00–13:30Module 2
Receptive language assessment (Part 2)Applying dynamic assessment, common misconceptions
🎬 Video analysis + hands-on practice
13:30–14:30Module 3
Expressive language assessmentLanguage sampling and analysis, pragmatics observation, narrative screening, common misconceptions
🎬 Video analysis + hands-on practice
14:30–14:40Break
14:40–16:00Module 4
Articulation + feeding assessmentCommon pitfalls in articulation testing, four steps of feeding observation, an introduction to ARFID and PFD
🎬 Video analysis + hands-on practice
16:00–16:40Wrap-up
Wrap-up + Q&AFull practice with the assessment form: review a complete assessment, briefing on the supervision video, Q&A

Every module includes real assessment videos and simulated-client practice: watch, spot, interpret and practice in groups.

ALL-IN-ONE

One sign-up, three things included

🏫In-person class6 hours · video analysis + simulated-client practice
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🧰Assessment toolkit6 pieces · ready to use the next day
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💬1:1 supervision after class1 hour · discussing your own assessment video

= NT$15,000 all-inclusive, no other fees

What's in the toolkit (6 pieces)

"3-up, 3-down" locating card
Milestone chart, ages 0–6
Dynamic assessment guide
Oral-phase feeding observation form
Parent interview question list
Informal assessment record sheet

How the after-class supervision works (1 hour)

STEP 1Record one of your own full assessments
STEP 2Book a time and share your screen online
STEP 3Discuss the video 1:1
FEES & SIGN-UP

Fees & sign-up

ForSpeech-language pathologists and early intervention professionals
Format6-hour in-person class + 1 hour of 1:1 online supervision
FeesNT$15,000All-inclusive: toolkit and 1:1 supervision, no other fees. Taught in Mandarin Chinese.
Class sizeRuns with 10, max 15 (small, hands-on class)
DateDecember 2026; exact date announced based on enrollment
LocationTaipei or Taichung (being arranged)
Sign up (form in Chinese) →
INSTRUCTOR

Instructor

Ying Chen｜Speech-Language Pathologist · Clinical Supervisor

  • 15 years in practice; has mentored 100+ therapists
  • Focused on language assessment for ages 0–6 and early autism intervention
  • Completed training in 5 autism intervention methods · STAT autism screening administrator
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