This course is valid from February 1, 2024 to February 29, 2024.
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 provided information on clinical implementation of an AAC device with a new user. The course addressed best practices for setting AAC goals and how to introduce an AAC device in treatment. Ideas were given for structuring therapy around AAC implementation as well as encouraging the use of AAC at home and in other settings. The course addressed ways to increase success by involving communication partners.
Introductory level; Professional
Disclaimer: This course is focused on Lingraphica high-tech AAC devices.
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.
Time-Ordered Agenda
5 minutes: introduction and overview
10 minutes: Setting AAC goals
10 minutes: Device introduction and treatment session activities
10 minutes: AAC homework and carryover activities
10 minutes: Involving communication partners in AAC training
10 minutes: Setting expectations and defining success
5 minutes: Summary and conclusion
Course Completion Requirements
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
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