The It Takes Two to Talk (ITTTT) is an evidence-based, internationally recognised program developed by The Hanen Centre and implemented by a Lifestart Speech Pathologist. It is designed to support children aged from 18 months to 6 years who have a language delay and or difficulty communicating with others. This can include children who do not use any words and children who may have some words and/or use other forms of communication (e.g. sign) however if your child has a diagnosis to Autism, the Hanen More Than Words program would be better suited.
The It Takes Two to Talk Program teaches you, step-by-step, how to become your child’s most important language teacher. The program shows you how to:
- Recognise your child’s stage and style of communication so that, together with the speech-language pathologist, you can identify next steps and goals
- Identify what motivates your child to communicate
- Use the strategy “Follow the Child’s Lead” to build their confidence and encourage them to communicate with you
- Adjust everyday routines to help your child take turns back and forth in interactions
- Follow your child’s lead to build his confidence and encourage him to communicate
- Talk to your child in ways that help them understand language and then use it when they’re ready
- Use the strategies when you play and read books with your child to help them interact and learn language
You can expect:
- A 12-week intensive program to help you develop and use strategies to promote your child’s communication in everyday routines
- Interactive group sessions with other parents and our highly skills Speech Pathologists
- 8 x group sessions on Monday mornings
- 4 x one-on-one sessions to practice the skills learned in groups
- Practical strategies you can use every day with your child
The next It Takes two to Talk Program will commence on September 18th 2023 and Lifestart are now taking applications to join.
Autism Advisory & support Service are not the point of contact for this program. To apply visit the Lifestart Website HERE
