OVERVIEW

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC): When, Why and How? is organized by CIAO Seminars and will be held on Dec 07, 2025 at CIAO Studios, Gulf Breeze, Florida, United States of America.

Description:
Have you ever avoided AAC because you didn't know where to begin? If so, this is the course for you! This introductory course will provide an overview of the AAC process: from identification to acquisition. Participants will learn the benefits and applications of AAC (why) as well as how to identify AAC candidates (when). You will learn how to perform a comprehensive AAC assessment (how) and the ins and outs of navigating AAC funding.

Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • State the benefits and implications for use of AAC
  • Identify potential candidates for AAC
  • Identify and select appropriate assessment tools for AAC evaluation
  • Outline potential steps of the funding process and state resources to initiate AAC system acquisition
  • State a variety of skills to be monitored and recorded during the device trial period
  • Outline essential components of an AAC evaluation

KEY DATES

Event Start Date
07 Dec, 2025
Event Start Date
Event End Date
07 Dec, 2025
Event End Date
Credits

Contact hours pre-approved for:

  • 6 Hours
  • CIAO is an ASHA Approved Provider #AAWA (0.6 ASHA CEUs) bubble sheet submission required
  • ASHA CE Provider Approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures.
  • 6 Hours
  • 0.6 CEUs
  • TARGET AUDIENCE

    Speech Language Pathologists

    SPECIALITIES

    Speech Language Pathology

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    CONFERENCE VENUE

    LocationCIAO Studios
    67 Baybridge Dr

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