If you’ve ever felt unsure about how to assess or treat stuttering in preschool and early elementary-aged children, this course was made for you. Early Childhood Stuttering Intervention for Ages 2 to 7 is a self-paced, interactive course led by a fluency expert with real-world experience. This course breaks down the essentials of stuttering therapy so you can walk into each session with clarity and confidence. From assessment protocols to practical therapy strategies, you’ll learn what to look for, how to set goals, and how to build fluency in a way that truly supports young children and their families.

What You'll Learn

  • How to recognize the early signs of stuttering in children ages 2–7

  • Assessment protocols tailored to preschool and early elementary students

  • How to set meaningful, functional therapy goals

  • Therapy techniques that foster fluency and confidence

  • Practical ways to involve and coach parents and caregivers in the therapy process

Course Curriculum

    1. Lesson 1: Introduction to Course

    2. Lesson 2: Defining Stuttering

    3. Lesson 3: Cause of Stuttering and the Psychological Impact

    4. Lesson 4: Myths and Facts About Stuttering

    5. Week 1 Quiz

    1. Lesson 1: Find Out About Your Client

    2. Lesson 2: Assessment

    3. Lesson 3: Treatment & Games

    4. Lesson 4: Support

    5. Week 2 Quiz

About this course

  • 10 lessons
  • 2 hours of video content

What's Included

  • Guidance From a Fluency Expert

    Learn from a licensed SLP who brings both professional expertise and personal insight into what it’s like to stutter. She understands the clinical process—and the child’s experience.

  • Downloadable Workbook Included

    Access practical worksheets to support intake, goal writing, and therapy planning. These ready-to-use tools are designed to help you apply what you learn right away.

  • Flexible, Six-Month Access

    Move through the course on your own schedule with six months of on-demand access. Revisit lessons as needed to reinforce your learning.

Meet Your Instructor

Lori Melnitsky, M.A., CCC-SLP

I’ve been a licensed speech-language pathologist for over 20 years, and I’ve dedicated my career to helping people who stutter—because I’ve lived that journey myself.

I stuttered severely until the age of 30. I couldn’t say my name out loud or raise my hand in class. I was even told by other SLPs that I’d never make it in this profession, but I didn’t let that stop me. I became an SLP, opened my private practice—All Island Speech and Stuttering Therapy—and made it my mission to help others find their voice.

Over the years, I’ve treated hundreds of children and adults who stutter. I’ve created resources like the Stuttering Boot Camp for school-aged students and launched the Stuttering DeMystified podcast and Facebook group to share knowledge and support.

I’ve had the honor of teaching graduate classes on stuttering as an adjunct professor, presenting at conferences, and even consulting on the PBS children’s show Arthur for the episode “Maria Speaks.” I’ve published work in the Journal of Fluency Disorders and have been featured by Verizon and Newsday as an expert on stuttering.

My goal is simple: to give you the tools, strategies, and confidence you need to support young children who stutter—so you can walk into every session knowing exactly what to do.

Ready to get started?

Enroll now to gain confidence in your approach and make a lasting impact in the lives of young children who stutter.

Policies and Refunds

Course Access
You’ll have 6 months (185 days) of access to the course from the date of purchase, so you can complete it at your own pace.

Tech Support
If you experience any technical issues or have trouble accessing the course, please reach out to [email protected]. We’re happy to help and will respond as quickly as possible.

Refund Policy
Due to the digital nature of this course, no refunds will be provided after purchase. If the course is ever retired, those who purchased it within the previous 21 days may be eligible for a refund and will be notified by email.

If you complete the course and are not satisfied, you may email [email protected] within 14 days of completion to submit a written concern. While refunds are not guaranteed, we will review your request and may offer a partial refund if warranted. If a refund is issued, all course access will be immediately revoked.

Financial Disclosure: Lori Melnitsky is the owner of All Island Speech and Stuttering Therapy. Non-Financial Disclosures: Lori Melnitsky started the podcast and FB page Stuttering DeMystified. Contact info: [email protected]  ---  www.allislandspeech.com