In the field of special education, a wide range of professional support services are available to assist students, educators, and families. These services play a critical role in supporting student development and ensuring a collaborative approach to learning and well-being.
Available Services Include:
- Occupational Therapy (OT)
- Physiotherapy (PT)
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Speech and Language Therapy (SLP)
In many cases, school-based social workers and psychologists can also connect families with community resources and services beyond what is provided through the school or school board.
Engaging with professional support services is important in addressing current concerns and preventing future challenges as students progress through their educational journey.
Here’s Why:
- Students typically do not “grow out” of learning or developmental difficulties without targeted intervention.
- Early intervention is most effective when students are still open to support and before self-consciousness or resistance to help may arise.
- Support service professionals collaborate closely with educators and families, providing strategies, instructional resources (e.g., videos, websites, books), and guidance to reinforce skills beyond the sessions.
- Comprehensive reports are shared with both educators and families, outlining the focus of the sessions, progress made, and recommended next steps.
- These services help students build a personalized “toolbox” of strategies, fostering resilience, self-monitoring systems, and a positive sense of self.
Looking for support on how to engage and utilize professional support services? Send us an email or give us a call, we are here to help.
