Paediatric Speech Pathology
Speech pathologists at Ballarat Community Health work closely with parents and carers to help support a child’s growth and development in all areas of communication.
Ballarat Community Health accept referrals for children between the ages of 2 – 8 years. We are able to assess and treat the following areas
- Speech – Speech sounds and how a child can be understood by others in conversation.
- Language – The understanding of concepts, following directions, listening, telling stories, and being able to communicate their needs and wants.
- Social skills – The use of communication skills in social situations.
- Stuttering – When a child is repeating sounds, words, or phrases during conversation.
Ballarat community Health can assist children and families of all abilities in a supportive and neurodiversity-affirming environment.
Speech pathology services are offered at the Ballarat Community Health Lucas site.
We encourage all children to have a hearing test. For further information on how to arrange a hearing test please discuss with your GP. For more information , contact our customer service team on (03) 5338 4500.