5-Step Engagement & Communication Pathway (A4 PDF)
5-Step Engagement & Communication Pathway (A4 PDF)
Description
5-Step Engagement & Communication Pathway (A4 PDF)
Regulation before communication. A structured pathway for therapy.
Overview
This single page A4 resource provides a clear, step-by-step framework to guide speech pathologists in supporting children who are dysregulated or not yet ready to engage in communication. It outlines how to prioritise regulation, build connection, and progressively support engagement before targeting communication goals.
What this resource covers
- A 5-step pathway moving from regulation → connection → engagement → interaction → communication
- Clear indicators to help identify where a child is functioning within the pathway
- Practical strategies to support each stage
- Guidance on when to move forward and when to step back
- A structured approach to planning sessions for children who are difficult to engage
What makes this different
This framework shifts the focus from immediately targeting communication goals to first ensuring the child is regulated, feels safe, and is available to engage. It supports clinicians to make more intentional decisions about where to start and how to progress therapy.
Who it is for
- Speech Pathologists
- Graduate clinicians
- Allied Health Assistants
- Educators supporting children with additional needs
- University students and clinical supervisors
How it can be used
- Guide early therapy sessions
- Support clinical reasoning and decision making
- Inform goal setting and intervention planning
- Use in supervision and team discussions
- Apply across clinic, school, and home settings
Format
- A4 downloadable PDF
- One-page visual framework
- Easy to print or use digitally during sessions
USAGE
This is a digital PDF download only
No physical item will be shipped
The file will be available immediately after purchase
This resource is copyright protected
Purchase grants you a single-user license
The content remains the intellectual property of KCC Speech Pathology Services PTY LTD
Not Permitted
Sharing, forwarding, or distributing the file to others
Uploading to shared drives, school systems, or online platforms
Reselling, copying, or modifying for commercial use
Permitted Use
Use within your own therapy sessions
Printing for use with your clients
Using across multiple clients within your own caseload
Professional Use
This resource is designed to support clinicians in therapy and should be used alongside professional judgement.
Design
Designed by the KCC Speech Pathology Team, this resource supports clinicians in delivering structured, functional therapy by targeting specific skills and levels of support. It is intended for individual professional use within your own caseload and sessions.