About RPM
Uniquely tailored to each students motor readiness & sensory profile.
Empowering students to express, create & develop.
What is RPM?
RPM is an academic communication method that uses an array of alphabet letter boards to prompt a teacher-student response loop. The teacher takes into consideration all of the students' learning channels (auditory, visual, tactile and kinesthetic) in order to adapt throughout the session based on each individuals sensory profile.
HOW RPM WAS CREATED
RPM (Rapid Prompting Method) was developed by Soma Mukhopadhyay, as a result of homeschooling her autistic son and seeing incredible success in his skill development, confidence and independence from using this particular method.
WHAT MAKES RPM UNIQUE?
Soma®RPM is not just a spelling method or communication method. It is a holistic teaching method that adapts to each student's individual motor readiness and sensory profile. Spelling and communication is a byproduct of this teaching, along with the development of many other skills.
THE CREATOR OF RPM
Learn more about Soma here
Who is RPM for?
The Soma®RPM Method specialises in
teaching individuals who are neurodivergent
and have limited or unreliable speech abilities.
Although our primary focus is on working with autistic students, the Soma®RPM approach is suitable for any student who lacks reliable means of communication.
“RPM finds success in teaching learners of all types, by identifying and leveraging their unique learning channels. Each lesson is carefully tailored to accommodate the individuality of the student”
– Soma®RPM
How does RPM work?
ANALYSING & ADAPTING
RPM an academic-based method in which the teacher creates a "teacher-student response loop." The teacher learns how to access the open learning channels of each unique student & adapts the way the lessons are presented accordingly.
THE ‘LOOP’
The unique loop created for each individual is intended to create an alertness and improved focus in the student. The rhythm created by this multi-channel loop is aimed to overpower the student’s other engagements, such as stims, OCD, and impulses. The student begins to expect their role as they learn to associate certain expectations/behaviours with certain loops.
The Learning Channels
Creating a familiar environment
for individuals to learn appropriate
skills & increased sensory tolerance.
Auditory Tolerance
Listening to the teacher
for longer periods of time.
Visual Tolerance
Building visual tolerance by
looking at the letter board,
pictures, graphs.
Tactile Tolerance
Building the skills to hold a
pencil, point to letters on
the letterboard, typing.
Kinaesthetic Tolerance
Building the tolerance to
sit in a chair for allocated
periods of time.
How we work together,
Get in Touch
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Enquire via email, we ask that you provide a brief description of your child (age, gender, diagnosis, whether they have speech or not)
+ Optional Phone Call available, to chat about any queries you may have about RPM and what to expect.
Book Your Lesson
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We book a time and place!
RPM Lessons can be conducted either at EVA’s office, at schools, programs or homes. Upon enquiry we can discuss which option may be best for you.
The Lesson
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Lessons are done with a parent, teacher or support worker in the room with us. Lessons are also typically recorded for everyone’s safety & so that the lesson can be sent to the student’s family if they were unable to be present at the time.
Post Lesson Wrap Up
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After each lesson, Sarah will talk through the lesson with the parents and answer any specific questions they may have. All going well, we may chat about your next lesson!
FAQ’S
Lesson Locations
RPM sessions are most successful when conducted in a controlled environment, especially in the beginning.
Sessions at EVA’s office are preferred, however in-home & other external lessons can be arranged if necessary.
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YOU COME TO EVA
EVA's home office is located in Mornington Peninsula, Victoria. This is the preferred location for lessons, as RPM sessions are most successful when in a controlled environment.
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EVA COMES TO YOU
Whether it's a lesson at the students school, the comfort of your home or an external program, EVA is able to travel within 40km of Mornington, VIC.
*Please note, travel fees vary depending on distance. -
EVA INTERSTATE
Zoom lessons are mainly offered for interstate students.
However, please keep in mind that students with more impulsive actions usually succeed more with in-person sessions.
Mornington Peninsula, VIC
Pricing
30 MIN STANDARD LESSON | $115
45 MIN STANDARD LESSON | $135
A 30 minute lesson is standard for first
time appointments.
TRAVEL RANGE
Within 40km of Mornington, VIC.
TRAVEL FEE
The travel fee will vary depending
on the distance + other factors
that can be discussed. Please
get in touch to discuss a session
that requires EVA to come to you!
All costs for RPM are claimable through NDIS.