2-4-years-old Not putting together two- and three-word combination sentences. Says fewer than 50 words. Speech is mostly unintelligible.

A CCC-SLP credential is an ASHA certification that helps to ensure that a pathologist is prepared to offer high-quality speech-language pathology services, including the professional development requirements they must continue to meet that ensure they are up to speed on the latest information in the field.

The therapist may model correct vocabulary and grammar, and use repetition exercises to build language skills. Articulation therapy: Articulation, or sound production, exercises involve having the therapist model correct sounds and syllables in words and sentences for a child, often during play activities.

Traditional articulation therapy involves isolating the sound and slowly adding it to the beginning, end, and middle of a word. During therapy, children progress from making sounds, to adding syllables, saying complete words, and finally engaging in natural conversation.