AAC CONNECT WORKSHOP
August 29 & 30, 2023
WHEN: Playback recording available from September 5, 2023 until September 5, 2024. Light Tech (Basic admission) closes August 28, 2023 at 11:59 PM (Pacific Time). Mid Tech (VIP Registration) (1 Year Access to AAC Connect Workshop & Self-Paced Program) closes September 1, 2023 at 11:59 PM (Pacific Time).
WHAT: In this online event, we’ll bring together professionals and individuals with first-person experience in Augmentative and Alternative Communication(AAC) to discuss the latest research, assessment tools, and treatment strategies. Our sessions will explore devices, AAC trials, and treatment methods to use with AAC learners and their families. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from top professionals in the field and connect with other families and individuals who are part of the AAC community.
HOW: Live Q&A webinars will be available through Zoom on August 29 & 30, 2023. Access to links will be provided once you register. Registration starts at $57 to attend the live conference. You can upgrade to the VIP Pass for $127 and be able to earn up to 1.5 ASHA CEUs, download freebies, join the private community, get coaching calls, and grab digital swag, like discounts & more! Basic admission closes August 28, 2023 at 11:59 PM PT. VIP registration closes September 1, 2023 at 11:59 PM PT. Refer to the next session for more information regarding ASHA CEU registration. Click on the “Learn More” for additional course information.
EARN ASHA CEUS (All Attendees)
Course Type | Membership Level | Materials Due Date |
Live Workshops: Day 1 & 2 on August 29-30, 2023 | All | September 4, 2023 11:59 PM ET/ 8:59 PM PT |
Recorded Workshops: available starting 9/5/23 | Basic Admission: Light Tech Members | November 30, 2023 11:59 PM ET/ 8:59 PM PT |
VIP Program Courses + Recorded Workshops | VIP & SLP Connect Members: Mid & High Tech | September 5, 2024 11:59 PM ET/ 8:59 PM PT |
Your participation will be submitted to the ASHA Continuing Education Board once all course requirements are met. ASHA CEUs are awarded by the ASHA Continuing Education Board once eligibility requirements are met.
If you do not correctly and completely submit these materials by the deadline, you will not be eligible to receive ASHA CEUs.
LIVE WEBINAR SCHEDULE
August 29, 2023
8:00 – 9:00 PM ET AAC Connect Workshop Day 1 Course Details
General Topics Covered:
- AAC Candidacy
- Lite vs. iPad vs. High Tech
- Trials Devices
- Feature Matching
- Assessment Tools
- AAC Trial
- Visual, motor, and cognitive impairments
- Cultural considerations
August 30, 2023
8:00 – 9:00 PM ET AAC Connect Workshop Day 2 Course Details
General Topics Covered:
- Team Collaboration
- Classroom Support
- Barriers
- Client Motivation
- Caregiver-buy-in/coaching
- Home carryover
- Cueing levels
- Vocabulary organization
- Language Functions
AAC Connect Self-Paced Program: An entire year of learning, resources, and more! Course Details