The SLP’s Guide to Selective Mutism Part 1: Introduction and Assessment Strategies

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Description:

This webinar provides school-based speech-language pathologists with a clear understanding of selective mutism and its impact on students in educational settings. Participants will learn to identify key characteristics of selective mutism and understand the SLP’s role in the assessment and diagnostic process as part of a multidisciplinary team. The session reviews important assessment considerations and tools to support accurate and comprehensive evaluations. Attendees will also learn how to plan and carry out an effective assessment protocol to identify students’ strengths and areas of need. A strong emphasis is placed on practical, school-based application to support students with selective mutism in the classroom and beyond. 

Access Date:

This course is made available for ASHA CEUs starting on: 8/1/2026.

Agenda/Learning Outcomes:

  • 0–3 Minutes: Introduction
  • 3–34 Minutes: Describe characteristics of selective mutism and the speech-language pathologist’s role in assessing and diagnosing selective mutism.
  • 34–41 Minutes: Identify assessment considerations and appropriate assessment tools for evaluating students with selective mutism.
  • 41–59 Minutes: Identify an effective assessment protocol to determine the student’s strengths and areas of need.
  • 59–61 Minutes: Conclusion

Bio:

Emily Laracy, M.A., M.S., CCC-SLP is a licensed speech-language pathologist who works with elementary students in Eastern Pennsylvania, including children with selective mutism. She also serves as a counselor for the Child Mind Institute’s Brave Buddies program for children with selective mutism. Emily holds degrees from George Mason University and East Stroudsburg University, where she also collaborates in research and serves as a guest lecturer. Her professional interests focus on helping children with anxiety and communication needs develop effective communication skills.

Disclosures:

Emily Laracy received an honorarium from SchoolSLP.com for this course. She is the author of the book Treating Selective Mutism as a Speech-Language Pathologist, from which she receives royalties. She receives royalties from a webinar that she authored on this topic for Northern Speech Services. She serves as the speech pathology representative on the Selective Mutism Association’s Board of Directors.

Additional Support:

For questions, concerns, complaints, refunds, or accommodation requests, please contact tim@schoolslp.com. Refunds are handled on a case-by-case basis. 

Course Completion Requirements

To earn continuing education credit, attendees must:

  • Watch the webinar in its entirety.
  • Complete a five-question multiple-choice test with an accuracy of at least 80%, with unlimited retakes.
  • Submit the course evaluation feedback form.

The full course must be completed within one year of course registration. Partial credit is not permitted.

 

 

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The SLP’s Guide to Selective Mutism Part 1: Introduction and Assessment Strategies

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