About Pediatric Feeding & Dysphagia Training
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Specialized training, mentorship, and hands-on learning opportunities for SLPs, students, and clinical teams seeking deeper skill development in pediatric feeding and swallowing
Advantages Of Pediatric Feeding & Dysphagia Training
Speech Happens offers structured pediatric feeding and dysphagia training programs designed to support clinicians across stages of experience. From foundational instruction to advanced case-based mentorship, these learning opportunities are built to strengthen clinical reasoning, hands-on skills, and confidence in pediatric feeding and swallowing practice.
Who this is for
- SLPs
- SLP students
- Clinical teams
- Professionals seeking specialized pediatric feeding and dysphagia training.
Training Pathways
Choose from introductory, intermediate, advanced, and customized mentorship options based on your experience level and professional goals.
Pathway 1
Introductory Training
Foundations in Pediatric Feeding & Swallowing
What you will learn
- Recognize normal pediatric feeding and swallowing development
- Conduct a structured bedside feeding evaluation
- Identify early signs of feeding difficulties and dysphagia
- Implement basic oral-motor and sensory strategies
- Practice safe positioning and feeding techniques
- Communicate simple feeding strategies to caregivers
Pathway 2
Intermediate Training
Clinical Assessment & Intervention
What you will learn
- Perform comprehensive oral-motor and sensory assessments
- Identify and classify pediatric feeding disorders
- Introduce safe texture progression and adaptive strategies
- Apply behavioral strategies to support mealtime participation
- Collaborate with caregivers to set practical feeding goals
Pathway 3
Advanced Training
Complex Pediatric Feeding & Dysphagia Management
What you will learn
- Interpret VFSS and FEES results and integrate findings into treatment
- Design individualized treatment plans for complex cases
- Manage aspiration risk, oral aversion, and multi-system challenges
- Implement advanced oral-motor, sensory, and behavioral interventions
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (OT, PT, dietitian, physician)
- Mentor junior clinicians or students in advanced pediatric feeding skills
Pathway 4
Customized Mentorship & Clinical Shadowing
Opportunities include
- Shadowing clinical feeding sessions
- Individualized case discussion and treatment planning
- Hands-on practice under expert supervision
- CEU credit for observation + mentorship
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