Dysarthria – Refresher Modules

This newly updated modular course is for Speech and Language Therapists (SLTs) and Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) working with patients of all ages with acquired or developmental dysarthria.

Module 1 – Basic refresher

A module for speech therapists working with patients of all ages with acquired or developmental dysarthria. The aim of the module is to:

• provide a refresher on the neurological/neuroanatomical issues associated with dysarthria,
• review the features of the 5 different dysarthria types to assist with diagnosis
• identify approaches to dysarthria assessment
• update methods of improving the quality and intelligibility of speech
• overarching elements of treatment – necessary considerations

Module 1 will:

• Refresh your knowledge and understanding related to the neurophysiology of dysarthria and its importance in providing treatment.
• Improve your skills regarding assessment and diagnosis of dysarthria in children and adults
• Revise your ideas regarding general principles of treatment
• Increase your confidence in managing children and adults with dysarthria on your caseload

Module 2 – Treatment of dysarthria – an update

A progression module for speech therapists working with patients of all ages with acquired or developmental dysarthria. The aim of the module is to:

• Consider urgent/immediate considerations with regard to treatment
• Consider overarching treatment deliberations which should take place before starting treatment
• Review underpinning ‘what to do’ and ‘when to do it’ principles
• Review the principles of what to do and when to do it
• Understand when it is appropriate to discharge

Module 2 will:

• Update your knowledge and understanding related to the treatment of dysarthria
• Improve your skills regarding timings and implementation of different treatment approaches
• Review your focused therapy considering motor learning
• Increase your confidence in managing children and adults with dysarthria on your caseload

Please book your place here or alternatively, you can contact us if you are you would like to:

• Book four or more courses (we can offer you a discount)
• Make a block booking for a group
• Book a closed course

Module 1

• Neuro physiology related to dysarthria
• Identifying types of dysarthria and differential diagnosis
• Assessment of Dysarthria
• Key principles in treatment approaches associated with impairment, activity, social participation and well-being.

Module 2

• Urgent, immediate and overarching treatment considerations related to dysarthria
• The ‘what?’ and ‘when?’ considerations for treatment
• Treatment exercises and associated evidence
• When to discharge

This course is suitable for: Returners to Speech and Language Therapy, Speech and Language Therapists (SLTs), Speech and Language Therapy Students, Speech Pathologists

Owing to the specialist technical nature of this course, eligibility is restricted to  Speech and Language Therapists/Speech Pathologists/Speech-Language Pathologists, i.e. those who can undertake diagnostic assessments working with children and adults with neurological disorders. We will also accept Speech and Language Therapy Students in 3^rd and final years of their studies on this course.

This course is available on various dates throughout the year. To view available course dates, select your preferred date and book your place, please click here.

During the booking process, you can select to reserve a place instead (while you confirm you can attend or to organise payment through your employer for example). We can hold your place for up to four weeks, if we have not heard from you after this time, we may need to cancel your reservation so other people can attend the training.

Course Beetle is an approved supplier for NHS Trusts, Local Authorities and Schools.