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Speech-language pathology training to support children with swallowing and feeding disorders
What is it about?
There are a growing number of children requiring swallowing and feeding services. This paper looked at how college programs are training professionals to support this population. Results demonstrated that less than 1% of courses explored were classified as pediatric swallowing and feeding, and over half of the participants reported not feeling prepared to provide such services.
Why is it important?
Due to advances in medicine and science, the number of children who require swallowing and feeding services is projected to rise. It is essential that speech-language pathologists are provided the education and training necessary to support these children and their families.