Preschool and Communication Therapy (PACT)

Interested in learning more about UCLL? Call 734.764.8440

PACT is an innovative program that addresses the communication needs of young children who are struggling to learn language. The focus of this intensive program is structured language intervention for 10 hours a week for six weeks.

Upcoming Session Dates

Fall: September 27 - November 4, 2010 (18 - 36 months)

Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Held at UCLL. For directions to the Center, click here.

To download a copy of the PACT flyer, click here.

Program Components

• Play-based intervention model led by professional speech-language clinicians
• Structured one-on-one language intervention in naturalistic settings, includes music therapy techniques
• Strong parent/guardian training and support sessions
• Pre- and post-assessments for pragmatics, language skills, and play

To be eligible for the program, children should have one or more of the following:

• A decreased vocabulary or difficulty communicating wants and needs
• Difficulty following directions
• Difficulty playing with toys appropriately or demonstrating pretend play skills
• Difficulty sharing interests or activities with peers or adults
• Decreased eye contact

This is not an exhaustive list of characteristics that children in PACT may exhibit. Please contact UCLL if you have specific concerns about your child or to schedule a language and literacy evaluation. 

For fees and registration information, please contact UCLL at 734.764.8440 or ucll@umich.edu.