article · South African Journal of Communication Disorders

South African speech-language therapists’ perceived competencies and use of Makaton

Chriséle Mc Geer
Carlien Vorster
Carmen Milton
Marien Alet Graham

2026Open accessUniversity of South Africa

Abstract

While Makaton is positively regarded by SLTs, limited training, confidence and implementation support hinder consistent use.Contribution: Expanding access to training and embedding Makaton in professional education may enhance AAC service delivery in the multilingual South African context.

Research topics

Assistive Technology in Communication and Mobility
Occupational Therapy Practice and Research
Hearing Impairment and Communication

Sustainable Development Goals

Reduced Inequalities

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DOI: 10.4102/sajcd.v73i1.1154

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