This course is valid from February 1, 2025 to February 28, 2025.

This course has been developed for delivery to speech-language pathologists. It is registered with ASHA for 0.1 CEU.

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Course Description

This 1-hour course highlighted recent research into best practices when using AAC with people with aphasia combined with tips and case studies from practicing SLPs. Topics included when to introduce AAC, the benefits of early introduction, and tips for success in an inpatient setting. We will review factors that can impact success beyond language impairment and identify helpful AAC features for clients.

Disclaimer: This course is focused on Lingraphica high-tech AAC devices. There will be limited information about other device manufacturers

ASHA CE Provider approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures. LingraphiCare America is approved by the Continuing Education Board of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) to provide continuing education activities in speech-language pathology and audiology.

Requirements for Satisfactory Course Completion:

Completion requires learners to (1) view/attend the instructional presentation in full; (2) receive a minimum of 80% on the learning assessment; and (3) submit a course evaluation. Learners may retake the learning assessment as needed until the satisfactory score is achieved. Questions, assistance requests, and feedback may be sent to trafferty@lingraphica.com

Learning Objectives:

After completing this course, participants will be able to:​

• Describe the benefits of early introduction of high-tech AAC post stroke
• Discuss key factors that impact success of people with aphasia using high-tech AAC
• Identify features of high-tech AAC that improve storytelling abilities in people with aphasia

Time-Ordered Agenda

• 5 minutes: Introduction​
• 10 minutes: Role of AAC in Aphasia Rehab: When and how to implement AAC usage​
• 10 minutes: AAC in an acute rehab setting: Yes, you can!​
• 10 minutes: Evaluating candidates for AAC: Review of factors that impact success​
• 10 minutes: Strategies to overcome barriers to AAC Use​
• 10 minutes: Setting up for Success: beneficial features of high-tech AAC​
• 5 minutes: Q&A

Course Completion Requirements 

1. Attendance and/or Completion of Online Lecture
2. Completion of Learning Assessment with a minimum score of 70%
3. Completion of an Activity Evaluation

Instructional Personnel 

Caitlin Mueller, MS, CCC-SLP 

Caitlin Mueller joined Lingraphica’s Clinical Consultant Team in 2015. She holds a B.A. in psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara, a B.S. in Communication Studies from Utah State University and an M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of the Pacific. She has experience with evaluating and treating clients with a variety of communication impairments using multiple AAC devices and apps.   

Relevant Financial Relationships: Caitlin Mueller is an employee at Lingraphicare America, Inc.  

Relevant Non-Financial Relationships: No relevant non-financial relationships exist 

Also Including:

Jessica Alves, MA, CCC - SLP

DeAnna Beauford, MS, CCC - SLP

Amanda Gunn, MEd, CCC - SLP

We are here to help. Please contact us for learning accommodations or your accessibility needs: 

continuinged@lingraphica.com 

• Contact:
  Patricia Rafferty
• Training Hours: 1.00