Addressing Social (Pragmatic) Communication Disorder
From Identifying Symptoms to Effective Interventions
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Do you ever wonder why some students can speak fluently yet still struggle to collaborate, make friends, or understand classroom expectations? Pragmatic language—the ability to use and interpret communication in social contexts—is essential for participation and learning. Yet identifying and addressing social (pragmatic) communication disorder can be difficult when symptoms overlap with those of other developmental or learning differences.
In this seminar, Elizabeth Cleveland, PhD, CCC-SLP, will unpack the core domains of pragmatic language and share observable indicators that school-based practitioners can recognize in daily routines. You will also explore how pragmatic symptoms intersect with language, executive function, sensory processing, and motor systems—and how these domains together influence student performance and participation.
You will gain tools for assessment and identification of pragmatic impairments, along with evidence-informed intervention techniques that emphasize inclusive learning models, environmental supports and accommodations, and opportunities for functional therapy to promote success and generalization across school routines.
Finally, Dr. Cleveland will guide you through a practical decision-making framework for identification, intervention, and ongoing monitoring of pragmatic language challenges through three case studies representing pragmatic profiles commonly seen in children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), and autism.
Leave this course with practical strategies you can use immediately—and the confidence to help students build the social communication skills they need to learn and thrive Closed Captioned in English.
BONUS: PRACTICAL TOOLKIT – Cheat Sheet and Resources
Elizabeth Cleveland, PhD, CCC-SLP is the CEO and Clinic Director of Fusion Center Network, and the Director of Training for the Arkansas Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND) program. She regularly trains professionals and families across sectors, like education, health care, and child welfare.
Disclosures: Elizabeth receives a speaking fee from Apply EBP, LLC. She has no relevant nonfinancial relationships to disclose.
At the completion of the course, learners will be able to:
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- Determine 3 symptoms of social (pragmatic) communication impairments that can be observed in school.
- Identify 3 pragmatic profiles as seen in children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), and autism.
- Apply 3 strategies for supporting pragmatic language on given case studies of students with disabilities.
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1.5 hours of lecture and case study
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- Pragmatics 101 (15 minutes)
- Identification and Symptoms (17 minutes)
- Overlap Across Domains (24 minutes)
- Inclusive Intervention (8 minutes)
- Decision-making Framework (2 minutes)
- 3 Case Studies: Autism, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, ADHD (26 minutes)
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1.5 CE hours of training are awarded after:
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- watching the video, passing the post-test (with a score of 70% or higher), and completing the course evaluation.
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For OTs and OTAs
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- Apply EBP, LLC is an AOTA-approved provider of CEUs. OTPs will receive 0.15 AOTA CEUs for completion of this course (see imprimatur below for details).
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For ASHA CEUs
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- 0.15 ASHA CEUs | Intermediate Level
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- ASHA CE Provider approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products or clinical procedures
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For Teachers
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- Apply EBP is an approved sponsor of CTLE for educators in New York State (#23827)
If you would like to obtain CEUs for another state, please email carlo@applyebp.com.
Learners must watch the video and complete course requirements, including scoring 70% or higher in the post-test to receive a certificate. Three (3) post-test retakes are allowed; if you exceed this limit, please email carlo@applyebp.com.
Webinar Price: $65 for 60-day access to watch and re-watch
Payment Options
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- Pay via Credit Card or PayPal: You are registered instantly!
- Pay via Purchase Order: Email vicki@applyebp.com
Cancellation Policy
There is no cancellation once webinar is purchased. You will have access to this course for at least 1 year. If the webinar becomes unavailable before the learner has had access, Apply EBP, LLC will refund the full amount to the learner. Please email or call us if you have any questions.
Accommodations Request
Please email or call us before registering for the course with any questions or requests for accommodations. We will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations.
Complaints Resolution
We welcome all feedback. Please email or call us if you have any complaints so that we may work with you towards a resolution.
Contact Info:
Carlo Vialu
646-269-90391 year
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