Dynamic Tactile and Temporal Cueing (DTTC)

Dynamic Tactile and Temporal Cueing, or DTTC, is a treatment methodology based in the principles of motor learning that is designed to improve motor planning and programming in young children with moderate to severe Childhood Apraxia of Speech. CAS is a speech disorder both overdiagnosed and underdiagnosed, and many SLPs have a low level of confidence in motor-based treatment methods that are evidence-based and effective. The DTTC treatment method has some of the most robust evidence to support it but it can be complex to learn and administer due to the dynamic nature of cueing and supports needed. This course will review the cueing heirarchy and treatment methodology of DTTC, including the principles of motor learning, in order to increase clinicians’ confidence in treating children with CAS.

Following this Course, participants will be able to:

1. Describe the steps of the cueing heirarchy for DTTC and the importance of being flexible and adaptive based on child performance.
2. Define 3 principles of motor learning and how DTTC uses them to support motor performance and retention.
3.  List characteristics that would make a child a good candidate for the DTTC treatment method.

Note: This course meets the requirement for Professional Development hours towards your ASHA renewal since it is approved by TSHA! You can count these hours towards ASHA renewal when you submit your Compliance Form.