Our Services
Pediatric Evaluations & Assessments
Independent Education Evaluations (IEEs)
BEAS provides pediatric speech-language evaluations and assessments services for children ages birth through elementary school age. The terms "evaluation" and "assessment" are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct technical definitions.
An evaluation isa comprehensive process used to diagnose a disorder and determine eligibility for services. Tools used include standardized, norm-referenced tests, in-depth interviews, observations, and formal protocols. The end result is a summative report providing diagnostic conclusions.
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An assessment is a flexible, often ongoing process used to identify strengths & weaknesses, measure progress over time, and identify functional needs to guide treatment. Tools used include informal measures (e.g. language sampling, play-based activities), naturalistic observations, and review of progress period data. The end result are adjustments to targeted goals and intervention strategies.
BEAS specializes in comprehensive speech and language evaluations for Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs) designed to uncover the specific nuances of a child's communication, literacy, and social skill development. By obtaining an SLP evaluation from BEAS, parent/caregivers: gain sophisticated insights and understanding of how their child's unique profile impacts their academic and social life and are equipped with necessary data to secure the right services and support for their child.
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An Independent Education Evaluation (IEE) is an assessment conducted by qualified professionals (e.g. psychologists, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, special education professionals) who are not employed by your child's school district. When a parent/caregiver disagrees with the school district's assessment, they can request an IEE be at public expense. It provides an objective second opinion to identify specific needs for appropriate educational services. For children with speech and language challenges, an IEE by a highly trained speech-language pathologist (SLP) can help understand and address the child's communication needs.
Parent Education, Training, & Consulting
BEAS provides parents/caregivers education and training as part of every evaluation and assessment, including speech-language evaluations for Independent Educational Evaluations. Our education and training is a collaborative, evidence-based approach to strengthen parent/caregiver ability to support their child's communication, social skills, and literacy development.
BEAS also empowers parents/caregivers to advocate for appropriate educational support and services by discussing and answering questions about evaluation and/or assessment outcomes and attending IEP/504 plan meetings at their child's school.
Professional Development Seminars
BEAS provides specialized education, training, and evidenced-based strategies for early childhood professionals working with children from birth to five years old. We help early childhood professionals maintain clinical and pedagogical excellence in an evolving field. Our goal is to support these professionals in translating their growth and development into measurable improvements in children's ability to understand and use language effectively.
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