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Course 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 Requirements:

Computer with internet and working speakers/sound are required for this course.
Course must be completed within 30 days of activation (activate course within 6 months of purchase).
An online multiple-choice quiz (80% passing score) and submission of an online evaluation form are required for successful completion.
A certificate of completion will be available to print immediately after course is successfully completed.
SLPs - ASHA CEUs may be obtained by completing the online ASHA form and checking the "Report to ASHA" box.

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

Megan Shull

M.S., CCC-SLP

Megan Shull is a Bilingual Speech Language Pathologist who has served clients with speech, language, cognitive and feeding impairments for the last sixteen years. Specializing in Augmentative Communication and Complex Communication Needs, Megan developed a passion to increase functional independence and quality of life for the patients she serves. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Baylor University where she graduated as a part of the Honors College. In 2007, Megan earned a Master of Science in Communication Disorders from the University of Texas at Dallas receiving specialized training in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). In February of 2014, Megan founded Building Bridges through Communication specializing in AAC and therapy for clients transitioning from pediatric to adult care. She currently has a multidisciplinary team of therapists covering 5 counties across North Texas and an outpatient clinic in Frisco, TX. Megan is Licensed by the Texas State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and maintains her Clinical Certificate of Competence through ASHA.

Financial Disclosure: Megan Shull receives an honorarium for her live course presentations and royalties for the sale of her online courses through CIAO Seminars.
Non-Financial Disclosure: None

30 Minutes

Introduction

60 Minutes

Fact or Fiction? Foundational Principles of AAC

45 Minutes

Candidate Identification

90 Minutes

AAC Evaluation

90 Minutes

Funding Process

45 Minutes

Report Writing and Goal Writing

6.0 Hours

Total

Delivery VIA:

Online - This course is offered in an online, on demand format.

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.

Introductory Level
0.6 ASHA CEUs

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