Speech Intelligibility Clinic
The Speech Intelligibility Clinic offers communication enhancement to individuals who are non-native speakers of English (NNSE).
Some NNSE find that others have difficulty understanding them in English because the sound system of their first language interferes with their English pronunciation. Most languages are learnt through vocabulary and grammar with minimal focus on learning the sounds of a second language, how they are made and the difference between these sounds and those of your native language.
Services
We provide weekly group sessions supervised by a qualified Speech Pathologist in conjunction with Speech Pathology students.
We aim to provide you with an increased awareness of the differences between your speech pattern and a native English speaker's speech pattern.
Conversation practise in a supportive environment helps minimise breakdowns in communication. Training in conversation repair strategies for when breakdowns do occur will also be included. Feedback will be provided on your rate of speech, body language and intonation to enhance successful communication.
To make an appointment, please email us.
There is currently no cost for this service.
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