The Informed SLP, 5251 W 116th Place, Suite 200, Leawood, KS (2025)

12/15/2025

The Informed SLP isn't like other CE providers. We believe that SLPs deserve efficient, effective, and engaging education to keep our evidence-based practice up to date and easy to implement. Everything we do is tailored to meet that mission!

Visit us at https://www.theinformedslp.com/join to learn about our process and then find which membership plan is right for you!

[Visual description: Image text reads, "What makes The Informed SLP so different?" Cartoon image of two SLPs conversing. One says, "You've got to check out TISLP!" Image text reads, "When we say you can earn “CEUs on your schedule,” we really mean it. Earn CEs in as few as 5 minutes per research review by reading (or listening to) the research anytime, anywhere." Cartoon of a person wearing athletic clothes and a gym towel around their neck listening to CE on their phone. Image text reads, "We only review the science that you can apply to your practice right away, and we tell you how to do it. Plus, if we think a downloadable, printable resource would help, we make one!" Cartoon image of two people looking at a laptop that has a display of graphs. Image text reads, "Our easily searchable database quickly pinpoints topic-specific research reviews. Filter by subject matter, age group, etc. to find actionable therapy tips exactly when (and where) you need them." Cartoon image of SLPs looking at a laptop, tablet, or computer to earn CEUs. Image text reads, "Our “Start Here” series offer roadmaps of clinical evidence on any one topic. And another called “Ask TISLP” dives deep into hot topics and developing subjects." Cartoon image of two SLPs looking at a laptop. Image text reads, "Our team of experts and scientists review only the highest-quality research from hundreds of journals every month. And we don’t accept submissions." Cartoon of a quote that says, "Science, you can't make this stuff up" with a beaker as the "i" in science. Image text reads, "Our mission is to connect clinicians and scientists with each other’s work. Join us by visiting our link in the caption."]

12/12/2025

If you know anything about multilingual language development, you’ve probably heard of the silent period: the phase of second language acquisition where children go silent in both languages while they absorb information about L2.

But hang on a sec…is that even a real thing? Is there scientific evidence to back it up, or is it just a wacky idea from the 1970s that somehow got established as a fact?

Our new review “Breaking the silence on the ‘silent period’” takes a deep dive into the evidence to tell us what SLPs need to know about how emergent bilingual children really communicate in the early stages of second language acquisition, when it’s time to make a speech referral, and how we can help these kids participate, communicate, and thrive in the classroom. Read it and earn 18 minutes of DEI credit at https://theinformedslp.com/review/Breaking-the-silence-on-the-silent-period

The research:
https://doi.org/10.1017/s0305000924000151
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecresq.2013.09.001

[Visual description: Image text reads, "Silent bilingual kids or oversimplified science? Let’s separate second language acquisition fact from fiction."]

12/11/2025

Free CE Alert! Learn to be an AI-informed SLP with our practical guide covering: ✓ How LLMs actually work ✓ 8 critical issues to watch for ✓ The RED RABBIT prompting framework ✓ 30 minutes of Ethics credit. The full review is free to read and share at https://www.theinformedslp.com/review/How-to-be-an-AI-informed-SLP

[Visual description: Image text reads, "Are you fluent in AI? Grow your essential AI literacy and earn 30 minutes of Ethics CE credit—free."]

12/10/2025

We're looking for a Marketing Coordinator. This position is part-time and fully remote. Apply if you think you'd be a good fit!

Application here: https://www.informedjobs.com/jobs/okum2owjkre75i3f2d5qnzln_published

12/09/2025

Feeding SLPs know that our bottomless bags of therapy tools really are a little magical, right? Okay, maybe they can't really haul a high chair, but they're likely to carry a clinical feeding assessment (or two) to objectively measure our clients’ functional feeding skills and organize our findings.

And while there may not be one clinical feeding assessment that’s ‘practically perfect in every way’ (that’s pediatric feeding for you!), our latest review “Evaluating pediatric feeding skills with clinical assessments: How does that spoonful of sugar go down?” offers:

- 5 valid and reliable clinical assessment tools to bring to our next feeding evaluation,

-another 7 reliable assessment measures worthy of a spot in our bags,

-the other 6 components of a comprehensive feeding evaluation, and

-8 continuing education minutes.

Check it out at https://theinformedslp.com/review/How-does-that-spoonful-of-sugar-go-down-Evaluating-pediatric-feeding-skills-with-clinical-assessments and then tell us in the comments: What’s your most loved (or most unusual!) tool in your magical feeding evaluation bag?

The research: https://doi.org/10.1080/17549507.2025.2538617

[Visual description: Image text reads, "Pediatric feeding SLPs are magical. Our bags are packed with loads of science, lots of fun, and a spoonful of sugar." Cartoon image of a pediatric feeding SLP dressed in a Mary-Poppins–inspired outfit, smiling as they pull an entire wooden highchair out of a magically bottomless bag. Sparkles and music notes float around them, along with cheerful cartoon-like blue creatures symbolizing fun and imagination. A parent and young child sit at a table watching with amazement. The table is filled with feeding tools, cups, utensils, and an umbrella lies in the foreground.]

12/08/2025

Are you any of the following?
✔️ An SLP with a marketing background
✔️ An SLP with little or no marketing background
✔️ A non-SLP with a marketing background

Please apply to our part-time, fully remote Marketing Coordinator position! Apply here: https://www.informedjobs.com/jobs/okum2owjkre75i3f2d5qnzln_published

12/08/2025

In a world where we're all suffering from decision-fatigue—what to watch on Netflix alone!—it's awfully nice to have some head and neck cancer pros tell us exactly what to do!

In their open-access paper, Hutcheson & Martino present three PRO-ACTIVE intervention models to keep your patients eating during radiotherapy for head and neck cancer.

Learn more about them in our research review 'Eating through radiation therapy: Can someone please just tell me what to do'. Find it at https://www.theinformedslp.com/review/protocols-for-eating-through-radiation-therapy

The research: https://doi.org/10.1044/2025_persp-25-00093

[Visual description: Image text reads, "Can someone just tell me what to do!? Keeping your patients eating through radiation therapy is as easy as 1, 2, 3 with these PRO-ACTIVE interventions! 1. Pro-High: An intensive regimen of eating and exercising that patients complete throughout their course of radiation therapy. 2. Pro-Low: An intensive intervention model for patients who have already started radiation, but begin to experience dysphagia symptoms. 3. Reactive: An intensive intervention model for patients who have already started radiation, but begin to experience dysphagia symptoms. As part of these done for you protocol manuals, you’ll get: A patient education handout, A handout to help patients eat challenging foods during radiation therapy, Swallowing exercises with written descriptions and illustrations, Protocol tips and candidacy considerations. Check out our research review to learn more and grab the open-access therapy manuals! Details in caption."]

12/04/2025

Attention SLPs: If you purchase a monthly membership to earn those last-minute CEs, you should prepare yourself to fall in love and stick around! A month’s worth of high-quality and application-focused research reviews won’t feel like enough once you’ve gotten a taste of what we have to offer.

Visit us at https://www.theinformedslp.com/join to learn more, sign up for as little as $18/month, and see what all the fuss is about!

[Visual description: Image text reads, "Need to check off those last required CEUs? A monthly TISLP membership might be the right option! You'll get all you need and more..." Cartoon image of an SLP looking at a laptop with an image of a lightbulb above their head. Image text reads, "Our monthly membership offers: A searchable database of thousands of research reviews. Practical tips and printable resources to use today. General, Ethics, and DEI continuing education hours to earn by the minute. Monthly memberships begin at $18. An annual membership? Even more: New research reviews every month to keep your EBP fresh. Multiple membership options for groups and students. You can cancel anytime. But why would you? Visit us at our link in bio to get started today!" Cartoon image of a person walking with a stack of papers. Some of the papers are blowing behind the person in the wind.]

12/02/2025

December brings traveling, wrapping up end-of-the-year projects, and last-minute CE scrambling. Here at TISLP, we make a conscious effort to slow down during this last month of the year, and we hope you can, too!

Start by earning 2.5 hours of CE with this December issue, and keep on reading into our back catalog to check off those last minutes.

We've got you covered at www.TheInformedSLP.com/reviews.

[Visual description: Cartoon image of SLP reading on a laptop with mug in hand and papers at their side. Image text reads, "December’s research reviews are here! Earn CEs the worry-free way with us. We hope you can find space for self-care and stillness in this hectic time of year. These new releases are just the way to get started on that. Adult SLPs can learn on the go with reviews on: Communication-focused strategies to help adults who stutter, the s*x talk no one is having (but should be), steps to support feeding in adults undergoing radiation therapy, and all you need to advocate for the esophageal sweep in your VFSS. Pediatric SLPs can check out our reviews on: Morphology and phonology and the great SSD debate, girls with autism and the unique ways we can support them, valid clinical assessment tools to measure feeding skills, and advice from the D/HH experts on working with kids who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. And every SLP will want to read (or listen to): The latest on developing communities of practice for science implementation, our newest “Start Here” guide on shared book reading (it’s free to share!), and a cutting-edge (open access) tool that autoscores speech intelligibility. Learn in peace with The Informed SLP." Start by visiting our link in bio today!" Cartoon image of SLP typing on a laptop in front of them, wearing a peaceful smile.]

11/25/2025

Is time flying, or what? Let us give you a hand with those last minute CEs with:

-a free account to earn up to 2 hours on us,

-a monthly plan for unlimited benefits starting at $18/month, or

-an annual membership to receive new issues each month, access special rates, and end the December CE scramble for good.

Visit us at https://www.theinformedslp.com/join to learn about each plan and sign up today. Quick!

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11/24/2025

Did you know The Informed SLP offers 2 hours of free continuing education to all SLPs? It's true!⁠ ⁠

Creating a free account takes less than 5 minutes and offers just a taste of our high-quality research reviews, practical therapy strategies, and printable clinical downloads.⁠ ⁠

Visit us at https://www.theinformedslp.com/freeceus today to sign up and earn your 2 free hours!⁠ ⁠

[Visual description: Image text reads, "Where can SLPs get 2 free hours of CE credit? Here! Swipe to learn how!" Cartoon image of a desktop computer with a keyboard and mouse. Image text reads, "Just create a free account to access: All our free research reviews, General, ethics and DEI credits to earn by the minute, Printable clinical resources, practical therapy tips, and Audio player and library. Then, follow 3 easy steps to earn CEs: Read research reviews (or listen to them) on you own schedule. Answer a quiz question for each one. Download a certificate at the end of the month. Free CEUs can be worth so much more. Visit our link in bio to learn more and create a free account today!"]

11/21/2025

Visit our database, and find limited jobs? It happens. And while we're working (hard!) to get our volume up as high as possible, it'll never, ever be as high as Indeed. And that's for good reason:⁠
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1) All our jobs are real, not just resume collectors for jobs that aren't open.⁠
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2) We block crappy jobs. So around 15% of the jobs that exist aren't eligible to be in our database in the first place.⁠
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3) Also, it's low season. There are very few SLP jobs posted in November/December anyway.⁠
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We won't have ALL the jobs. But we're ramping up volume on the good jobs, so always check our database first when you do a job search!⁠ Visit https://www.informedjobs.com/jobs to start your search.

[Visual description: Image text reads, "The number of jobs in our database is low for a reason! 1. We don’t allow ghost jobs. At least ⅓ jobs in other databases are ads or lead-collectors, not real jobs. It’s employers gathering your contact information and resume for when they do have an open job. Note: That’s also why those jobs have so little information. Because they’re not real, open jobs! And employers post ghost jobs for other reasons, too, like pretend-looking for help for current SLPs, or making the company look good to investors. 2. We block bad jobs. Did you see our last post about how we block low pay, high productivity, and companies with terrible ratings from SLPs? That’s the other reason we have low-volume. Because the crummy jobs aren’t there. Note: To view which employers have posted with us in the last year, find the list on our website under informedjobs.com/companies. Also, this post is being published ⁠mid-November... and while employers know this, SLPs may not but we’re in “low season” right now. Jobs volume over the course of a year looks like this... Graphic of a yearly calendar with each month. The high season months are January, February, and May. Middle season months are March, April, June, July, and August. Low season months are September, October, November, and December. But regardless of what time of year you search... the number of jobs in our database will always be lower than Indeed, LinkedIn, Google, or even ASHA. And that’s on purpose, because we have quality standards. So, when you’re browsing for jobs, the move is to search Informed Jobs first."]

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