# 308 Improving Behavior and Communication Through Functional Speech and Language Intervention (Oct 14, 2027)

# 308 Improving Behavior and Communication Through Functional Speech and Language Intervention is organized by MotivationsCEU and will be held on Oct 14, 2027 at Pediatric Therapy Associates, San Antonio, Texas, United States of America.

Time:
8:00 am – 3:30 pm

Description:
This engaging full-day workshop explores modern, functional approaches to pediatric speech-language therapy through the lens of authentic communication, participation, and connection. Topics include early AAC implementation, behavior as communication, child-led and sensory-rich therapy, meaningful goal writing, and creating sessions that are both evidence-based and genuinely engaging for children and families. Participants will leave with practical strategies, real-world tools, and immediately applicable ideas for making therapy more functional, motivating, and impactful across settings.

Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

1. Apply at least three early AAC and communication-support strategies within functional, play-based therapy activities.
2. Analyze challenging behaviors as communication and demonstrate supportive intervention strategies that improve regulation, engagement, and participation during therapy sessions.
3. Describe measurable, functional speech-language goals that target meaningful communication outcomes across everyday environments