Donate your time
How much time?
Our screenings take approximately one day, this includes:
short online training module
administering screenings which each take approximately 17-20 minutes in duration
scoring, written or typed one page summary report
How many screenings would I need to do?
The number of screenings depends on the numbers provided by the childcare centre, however it would be a maximum 6 in one day.
Where would I do it?
At a childcare centre or kindergarten nominated by you or one that is on our register.
We would ensure that the location is within a 10km radius of your location.
What would I learn?
How to administer a new screening or therapy tool that you may not have used previously.
What resources would I need?
Pre determined screening tools, as well as ensuring you have your laptop with you on the day.
Would I be supervised?
Yes you will have access to supervision if required through The Little Bugs Foundation.
What does a typical screening day look like.
Meet and greet with centre staff
Administering approx three screenings in the morning- total of approximately 1 hour 30 minutes
Scoring, writing up of summary reports- total of approximately 1 hour
Lunch break- 1 hour
Administering approximately three screenings after lunch- total of approximately 1 hour 30 minutes
Scoring, writing up of summary reports- total of approximately 1 hour
Brief reporting back to centre director about your day - total of approximately 15- 20 minutes.
Who can do the screenings
A Certified Practicing Speech Language Pathologist.
What will you receive
Certificate of accomplishment of your volunteered time.
Training materials and supplementary reading
These will be discussed in the online training module and emailed to you if required prior to volunteering your time.
Do I receive CPD Points?
You may be able to receive CPD points. According to SPA, if you have learnt something new, or your current skills or knowledge have been strengthened or enhanced through these activities.
Please complete the form below to register as a volunteer
For volunteering enquiries, contact ren@littlebugs.org.au.