Support children’s speech, language and communication

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
L/616/4672
Credits:
4
Guided learning hours:
30 hours

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Understand the importance of speech, language and communication for children’s overall development.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Explain the terms ‘Speech’, ‘Language’ and ‘Communication’ and the differences between them.

  • 1.2

    Explain the relationship between speech, language and communication needs and  behavioural, social and emotional development.

  • 1.3

    Describe some common speech, language and communication difficulties experienced by children.

2.

Understand the importance of adults supporting the speech, language and communication development of children in early years provision.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Explain how adults can effectively support and extend the speech, language and communication development of children during the early years.

  • 2.2

    Explain the positive effects of adult support for speech, language and communication development on children and their carers.

  • 2.3

    Explain how varying levels of speech and language development in children entering early years provision should be taken into account during settling in and planning.

  • 2.4

    Explain the importance of early identification, monitoring, and evaluation of a child’s speech, language, and communication needs.

3.

Be able to provide support for the speech, language and communication development of children.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Use a range of methods to support the speech, language and communication development of children in own setting, taking into account their:


    • Age
    • Specific needs
    • Abilities
    • Home language 
    • Interests
  • 3.2

    Use day-to-day activities to encourage speech, language and communication development in young children.

  • 3.3

    Use a range of strategies to develop children’s speech, language and communication, working in groups and on a 1-2-1 basis.

  • 3.4

    Evaluate the effectiveness of speech, language and communication support provided.

4.

Understand the role of the environment in supporting speech, language and communication development.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Explain the importance of the environment in supporting speech, language and communication development.

  • 4.2

    Analyse the key factors that contribute to a supportive speech, language and communication environment.

  • 4.3

    Assess the effectiveness of a specific environment in supporting children’s speech, language and communication development.