Hearing, Auditory Processing, Auditory Perceptual Skills and Speech Development In Children

Educational Webinar

The guest speaker for our educational talk is Estelle Novella, an expert in this field. The talk covers the following topics:

  • What exactly is hearing and what does it entail?
  • What does it mean to be hearing impaired?
  • What can cause hearing difficulties in children?
  • What are the signs and symptoms indicating a possible hearing difficulty in children?
  • Who is the best professional to see a child when you suspect that the auditory 'structure' has been affected?
  • Who is the best professional to see a child when you suspect a hearing difficulty?
  • What is auditory processing?
  • What is auditory perceptual skills?
  • What is the difference between auditory processing and auditory perceptual skills?
  • Who is the best professional to see a child when you suspect auditory processing or auditory perceptual difficulties?
  • What can affect a child's speech and/or language development?
  • What are the factors that can cause a speech delay?
  • What is the link between picky eating and speech delays?
  • Who is the best professional to see a child when you suspect speech or language delays?

Although this talk was originally recorded for parents, teachers will greatly benefit from watching this talk and expanding their knowledge. Paediatric professionals will also be able to brush-up on their knowledge regarding the above-mentioned topics discussed in this talk.


Course Curriculum


  Hearing, Auditory Processing, Auditory Perceptual Skills And Language In Children
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Frequently Asked Questions


For how long do I have access to this webinar?
This educational webinar is completely self-paced and you can view all content related to this webinar whenever you choose. Thus, you have LIFELONG access for as long as the company exists.
Is this webinar accredited?
Yes, this webinar is accredited with SAPIK as well as with the HPCSA. Thus, you will be able to receive CPD points / units if you are a professional registered with them.
Do I get a certificate?
Absolutely, yes! Just follow the prompts inside this talk. Enjoy being rewarded for learning something new and valuable that will help you change a child's life!
Can I receive CPD points / units for this webinar?
Yes, you can receive CPD points units if you are registered with either the HPCSA or SAPIK. The amount of CPD points that you qualify for, is stipulated on this page.

Your Instructor


Estelle Novella & Marené Jooste
Estelle Novella & Marené Jooste

Estelle Novella, is a qualified Speech Therapist and Audiologist from HearSa. She completed her B.Communication Pathology degree at the University of Pretoria in 1995. Estelle has a special interested in Auditory Processing and Tinnitus management.

Marené Jooste is a Kinderkineticist with a Masters Degree in the neuro-sensory-motor development of children. She has been in private practice for almost 20 years and has a special interest in neuro-diverse children with neuro-motor difficulties including but not limited to autism, ADHD and DCD. She is the founder and owner of Kwanda Kinetics Child Development And Therapy Centre.



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