Why AAC Matters: Ethical Solutions for Speech Language Pathologists

Description

Speech and language professionals will explore their responsibility in providing tools to support successful communication for the people they serve. Learners will address augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and its connection to the Communication Bill of Rights and the ASHA Code of Ethics. Learners will identify several common misconceptions of AAC, along with the evidence-based benefits of AAC. Finally, learners will apply AAC best practices to advocate for those they serve.

We are excited to partner with Associates in Pediatric Therapy (APT) for this learning event!

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be able to:

-Define AAC

-Explain why knowledge of AAC is essential for SLPS

-Identify three common misconceptions of AAC

-Explain two benefits of AAC

-Apply best practices to advocate for those you support

After registering for this event, you will immediately receive an email from your presenter containing details which include the link to join the training. If you don’t receive the email, please check your spam folder.

We look forward to learning with you in our live virtual session. If you are unable to attend you can find similar content on our Learning Hub.

Questions? Contact Tobii Dynavox: learning@tobiidynavox.com

Please note that courses are listed in Eastern Time (ET) America/New York.

We strive to host inclusive and accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. Captioning in English is included for all of our trainings. To inquire about possible accommodations such an ASL interpreter or additional accessibility requests, please contact the Learning Team at learning@tobiidynavox.com

This course provides an opportunity to earn ASHA CEU’s and will not be recorded.

Disclosures: Financial Disclosure: Presenter is a full-time employee of Tobii Dynavox. Non-financial Disclosure: Presenter has no relevant non-financial relationships. Content Disclosure: Because of the unique characteristics of our product, this presentation will focus exclusively on the Tobii Dynavox product line and will not include information about other communication or educational products. Disclaimer: ASHA CE Provider approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures.

0.1 ASHA CEUs

Training type
Virtual (CEU)

Presenter
Lauren Taylor
Lauren is a Learning Consultant for Tobii Dynavox. Prior to joining the Learning Team, she was a Solutions Consultant for the West TN and North MS area. Lauren is also a Speech Language Pathologist with several years of experience treating communication impairments resulting from congenital, progressive, and acute impairments. She currently resides in Fayetteville, Arkansas.