Stammering therapy: an integrated approach

In addition to working on desensitisation, block modification and cognitive therapy, you will be introduced to a fluency technique, vocal fold management. Each course runs for a total of three weeks with a short break after the first two weeks. At the end you can choose the combination of tools that suits you best. Please note that this course is run on the following days:
9 Jul - 20 Jul: Mon - Fri
3 Sep - 7 Sep: Mon - Fri.

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Key course information

Dates
09/07/12 - 07/09/12

Day(s)
Mon-Fri

Duration
3 weeks

Time
10:00 - 17:00

Fees
Full fee: £352
Senior fee: £234
Concession: £82

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
XS105*

Availability
Contact department

Interview required before you can enrol

Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions.

Call 020 7492 2578 or speechtherapy@citylit.ac.uk

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Course outline

What is the course about?

The course combines work on becoming less sensitive about stammering, learning strategies to manage moments of stammering more easily and cognitive therapy (working on negative thoughts). The key difference from other courses for adults who stammer at City Lit is that it introduces a fluency technique, vocal fold management. At the end of the course you can choose the combination of tools that suits you best.

What topics will we cover?

The course will cover:
- Identification of the overt (physical stammering behaviours) and covert (hidden thoughts and feelings about stammering) aspects of stammering
- Becoming less sensitive about stammering; this includes exploring:
- Desensitisation work including exploring difficult feelings about stammering and gradually working on avoidance reduction within a supportive environment
- Speech work: you will learn a fluency technique called vocal fold management. This will enable you to introduce more fluency into your speech, in a controlled way. You will also be taught strategies to modify moments of stammering.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

1. Identify at least 3 overt and 3 covert aspects of stammering
2. Reduce at least 2 avoidance behaviours within the group
3. Reduce at least 2 avoidance behaviours outside of the group
4. Speak in a previously identified challenging situation outside of the group
5. Speak more fluently within the group.
6. Speak more fluently outside of the group in a number of situations.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This course is for people who stammer and who may or may not have had any previous speech therapy. To access this course you will need to have an adequate level of English to:
- Express your opinions and feelings
- Follow discussions and make relevant contributions
- Make use of handouts with some assistance if necessary
Before joining the class you will need an advisory session (free of charge) with one of the Speech Therapy team.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

There is a large component of practical work. Visual aids including video and handouts are used. Work will be undertaken both in the whole group and smaller sub-groups using a wide variety of communication activities. You are encouraged to extend therapy into working on your speech outside and to take an increasing level of responsibility for your learning.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

There are no other real costs although you are asked to bring a notebook to sessions. We recommend you read the book Self-therapy for the stutterer by Malcolm Fraser alongside the course. This can be borrowed from the City Lit library or bought from the British Stammering Association for around £8.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. You will be asked to evaluate your own progress throughout the course. At the start you set yourself goals and your progress in relation to these will be discussed during the course. Feedback from tutors and other students is an important and ongoing part of the course which will also let you know how you are progressing. At the end of the course you will be asked to write a self report in which you look back at the course and evaluate your learning. You will also have a 1:1 session with a tutor where you can discuss your progress.

In addition, your progress will be regularly assessed and monitored by your tutor who will provide informal, regular feedback throughout the course. At the end of your study programme you will be asked to self-assess your own progress and achievement against the course objectives above. The tutor will endorse your assessment which will be formally recorded on a standard form (the Statement of Learning).

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses. You will be encouraged to give your views throughout the course.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

You can attend one of our special one-day courses called 'Fluency skills update', to maintain the progress you have already made and to develop your skills further. You can also do a Stage 2 stammering therapy course or a theme based workshop. In addition, a refresher workshop will be held in March 2012 and is an excellent opportunity to revise the stammering management techniques you have already learnt.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2578

speechtherapy@citylit.ac.uk

Please contact us by phone, email or letter if you would like to discuss any of the courses, or to arrange a pre-enrolment advice session where necessary.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
09/07/12 to 07/09/12	Mon-Fri	10:00 - 17:00	3 weeks	£352	£234	£82	XS105	Contact department	» Select
23/01/12 to 02/03/12	Mon-Fri	10:00 - 17:00	3 weeks	£352	£234	£82	XS103	Finished	» Select

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Speech therapy

Tel: 020 7492 2578

speechtherapy@citylit.ac.uk

Please contact us by phone, email or letter if you would like to discuss any of the courses, or to arrange a pre-enrolment advice session where necessary.

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