Neurodiversity-Affirming Support for Autistic AAC Users

Description

This course, Neurodiversity-Affirming Support for Autistic AAC Users, will explore key characteristics of autism that may affect AAC use. Participants will learn about communication differences, including multimodal communication and part-time AAC use, regulation needs, and motor planning differences. The course will help professionals and caregivers provide supportive, individualized AAC strategies that respect and empower autistic communicators. Through discussion and practical insights, attendees will gain practical tips and tools to foster meaningful communication and connection for autistic AAC users.

Upon successful completion, participants will be able to:

•  Describe three autistic characteristics that may affect AAC use.
• Identify two neurodiversity-affirming strategies to support full-time and part-time AAC users.
• Apply individualized, strengths-based approaches to enhance AAC access and effectiveness for autistic communicators.

We look forward to learning with you in our live virtual session. This course provides an opportunity to earn ASHA CEU’s and will not be recorded. If you are unable to attend, check out our Learning Hub for other learning opportunities.

Important CEU update – please read: ASHA regulations are changing. We are no longer permitted to submit incomplete course records for CEUs. If you are seeking CEUs for this course, you MUST enter an accurate name, email, and complete address when registering. If your name/address has changed, please contact ASHA to update www.asha.org/Form/Name-Change-Request/

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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.

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. 

Questions? Contact learning@tobiidynavox.com

Please note that all trainings are in Eastern Standard (New York) time.

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

0.1 ASHA CEUs

Training type
Diversity and Inclusion

Presenter
Caroline Gaddy
Caroline Gaddy, MFA, MA, CCC-SLP is a Learning Consultant for Tobii Dynavox. In addition, she a speech-language pathologist, AAC specialist, disability advocate, and neurodiversity educator. Caroline worked for many years in school settings as a teacher and an SLP. She also worked in medical settings with adult and pediatric populations, and specialized in supporting communication access for people with multiple disabilities. Caroline is passionate about disability justice and inclusion, and firmly believes that communication is a fundamental human right.