Have you considered AAC? Confused by what you have heard? Everyone has a right to communicate. Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is a powerful tool providing individuals a method to communicate. Communication is an important part of making connections with the outside world and with a variety of people. Access to AAC opens a world of communication and helps us develop relationships, get our point across, share our thoughts and ideas, and so much more. Participants will explore what AAC is, who can benefit, and bust myths about AAC use.

Join us for a five-part series as we unravel the mystery of AAC together. Begin the journey with Part 1: The Right to Communicate.  Follow with Part 2: Tools to Guide Your Exploration, Part 3: Matching the System to Needs, Part 4: Trails Data Decisions, Oh My! and Part 5: Wrapping Things Up with Funding.

Devices are optional for this training. If bringing a device, please bring a PRC-Saltillo device (Accent, NovaChat, Via) or an iPad with LAMP Words for Life or TouchChat app.

Learner Outcomes

1. Define what AAC, language, and communication.
2. Identify myths and beliefs of AAC.
3. List communicative competencies related to AAC.

Agenda

5 minutes - Introduction

10 minutes - What is AAC? Language? Communication?

15 minutes - Myths and Beliefs

15 minutes - Communicative Competencies

15 minutes - Next Steps & Questions

Please note the following details regarding this course:

• You must register for and attend this course using your own AAC Learning Journey account.
• ASHA CEU and certificate eligibility require complete live attendance. Partial credit is not given.
• For those wanting ASHA CEUs or certificate for hours:

-Participate in polls/quizzes throughout the presentation, if applicable.

-Complete our PRC-Saltillo ASHA Certificate Form

-The PRC-Saltillo ASHA/Certificate Form will not be accepted after the course ends.

• Certificates will be available to all participants with verified attendance within a 2-week processing period.
• We get better with your feedback, please be sure to complete our post-course survey.
• If you need accommodations for special needs, please contact seminars@prc-saltillo.com at least 10 days prior to the start of your course. We will review your request and respond as soon as possible.

If this is an online training:

• Please check that your Zoom software is up to date prior to the course start time.
• Pop-up blockers can prevent the join button from working properly. Disable any pop-up blockers or allow an exception for AAC Learning Journey.
• Chrome, Firefox, or Edge are the recommended browsers.

 Instructor bio and disclosures

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