AAC Assessment & Implementation Certificate - Virtual, Begins 10/21/2025

Description :

AAC Assessment & Implementation is a virtual course that prepares participants to assess students with complex communication needs who may benefit from the use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). The course will provide content in multiple synchronous class sessions and provide individual coaching through the assessment process for all participants. Participants will be required to complete one AAC assessment on a student of their choice where feedback will be provided. A completed assessment must adhere to the class provided AAC assessment report template requirements to receive a passing grade. Upon completion of the report students will receive a certificate of completion and will have the option of earning CEU credits. (This course does not include assistive technology.)

Student Learning Objectives:

Participants will demonstrate skills and knowledge in the following areas: knowledge of the AAC Assessment Framework, identifying and using AAC assessment tools, interpreting results from using assessment tools, identifying AAC devices (low or high tech) to use in device trials during the assessment process, analyzing data results from device trials, providing sound recommendations for AAC, writing legally defensible AAC reports, understanding and writing IEP goals, using progress monitoring and data collection methods, knowledge of AAC applications, AAC devices including eye gaze and switches, how to implement AAC, and how to recommend and provide training for AAC.

Audience:

AT Specialists, Speech/Language Pathologists, School Psychologists, Administrators, and any other educational staff who wants familiarity with AAC assessments and implementation.

Dates/Times:

Session Dates/Times:

• 8am-12pm PST via Zoom 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11 & 11/18
• 8am-12:30pm PST via Zoom 12/2 & 12/9