Pre-event site visits

Beyond Intervention: The Role of SLTs in Early Childhood Education

Join us for a two-hour learning visit that offers a behind-the-scenes look at the varied and evolving role of Speech and Language Therapists within a preschool organisation. Through a preschool walkthrough and interactive Q&A session with practising SLTs, participants will gain insights into how speech and language therapy extends beyond direct intervention to support children's communication, learning, participation, and inclusion across everyday preschool experiences.

The visit will explore the breadth of preschool-based SLT practice, from supporting children with diverse communication and learning needs to partnering educators and families in creating communication-rich and inclusive learning environments. Participants will explore how SLTs contribute through direct intervention, educator training and coaching, total communication approaches, classroom-based supports, interdisciplinary collaboration, and organisation-wide initiatives that build educators' capability.

This session provides a unique opportunity to see how SLTs can influence not only individual outcomes, but also the broader preschool ecosystem, practices, and environments that shape children's communication, participation, and learning in the early years.

Step inside one of Singapore’s leading residential disability services and discover how Speech Language Therapy services empower adults with diverse communication needs and swallowing to live meaningful and fulfilling lives. This immersive tour of THK Home @ Eunos will showcase service delivery models for persons aged 18 and above with intellectual, developmental, physical, and multiple disabilities. Delegates will gain insights into interdisciplinary collaboration, person-centred care, communication support strategies, and community participation initiatives. Meet professionals in action, explore real-world therapy environments, and exchange ideas on enhancing outcomes for adults with disabilities across diverse care settings.

Time: tentatively 9.30am to 11.30am.

Singapore General Hospital (SGH) is Singapore’s flagship tertiary hospital, providing comprehensive multidisciplinary care and integrating clinical services with research and education. Established in 1821, SGH has a long history of serving the healthcare needs of the nation.

The Speech Therapy Department provides assessment, diagnosis and management of swallowing and communication disorders in adults and children, including difficulties with speech, language, voice and fluency. Audiology services encompass hearing assessment and rehabilitation for adults and children, including hearing aids and cochlear implants. These specialised services support patients’ swallowing, communication and hearing needs, with care centred on improving everyday functioning and quality of life.

PRC-Saltillo Singapore Open House

PRC-Saltillo is a global leader in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), supporting individuals with complex communication needs to communicate more independently and effectively. PRC-Saltillo Singapore supports the local and Southeast Asian community through AAC solutions, training, demonstrations and professional collaboration.

What We Offer

We provide a range of AAC solutions, including speech-generating devices, communication apps/software, access options and related support, designed to meet different communication and physical access needs.

What You Will Experience at Our Open House

This will be a hands-on and interactive experience, bringing together AAC solutions, professionals and AAC users in one setting. Visitors will be able to:

Explore and try different AAC devices and communication solutions

Experience different access methods, including touch, switch and eye-gaze access

See how different AAC solutions can support different communication and physical access needs

Meet and interact with AAC users, hear directly about their real-life experiences, and learn from their feedback on using AAC in everyday life

Speak with our team, ask questions and discuss practical AAC scenarios and applications

Target Audience

The Open House is suitable for speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, allied health professionals, educators, researchers and students, as well as AAC users, families, caregivers and anyone interested in exploring AAC solutions for themselves or someone they support.

Singapore General Hospital (SGH) is Singapore’s flagship tertiary hospital, providing comprehensive multidisciplinary care and integrating clinical services with research and education. Established in 1821, SGH has a long history of serving the healthcare needs of the nation.

The Speech Therapy Department provides assessment, diagnosis and management of swallowing and communication disorders in adults and children, including difficulties with speech, language, voice and fluency. Audiology services encompass hearing assessment and rehabilitation for adults and children, including hearing aids and cochlear implants. These specialised services support patients’ swallowing, communication and hearing needs, with care centred on improving everyday functioning and quality of life.

Visit Sonova Singapore, part of the Swiss-based global hearing healthcare group behind Phonak, Unitron and Advanced Bionics. Delegates will have an opportunity to learn about advancements in hearing technology, audiological solutions and how innovation is translated into better hearing outcomes. The visit will also offer insights into Sonova’s role in supporting hearing care professionals across the Asia-Pacific region.

Session times, activities, access to facilities and host availability are subject to confirmation. Final arrangements will be shared with confirmed participants.

Discover WSA’s Singapore regional headquarters, a major global hub for hearing aid research, development and manufacturing. Home to innovations from Signia and Widex, the facility also houses ORCA Asia, an audiological research laboratory focused on the hearing needs of Asian populations. Delegates will gain insights into hearing technology development, research and Singapore’s contribution to global hearing healthcare.

Session times, activities, access to facilities and host availability are subject to confirmation. Final arrangements will be shared with confirmed participants.

Visit Demant Singapore and discover how this Danish hearing healthcare group brings together audiological research, hearing technology and clinical practice. With brands including Oticon, Demant offers insights into personalised hearing solutions and hearing rehabilitation. Delegates will also learn about its hearing care presence in Singapore, including the Hearing Partners clinic network.

Session times, activities, access to facilities and host availability are subject to confirmation. Final arrangements will be shared with confirmed participants.