AAC Intervention: Implementation Basics and an Overview of Dedicated Speech Generating Devices

Date/Location:

August 27, 2019, St Paul, MN

Description:

This 2 hour (120 minute) course is intended to be a demonstration and discussion of a variety of AAC devices and access methods. The session involves a demonstration and discussion of the software and hardware features of several devices including the WegoWrite, Wego 7A & 10A, and Zuvo 10 and 12 speech generating devices (SGD).  This session will also address AAC myths, current research, and implementation tips and strategies.

Speakers:

Kaci Muecke, M.S., CCC-SLP

Learning Outcomes:

Participants will demonstrate an understanding on use of at least 3 devices by hardware.

Participants will identify 3 unique features of each device.

Participants will demonstrate knowledge on basic programming, customizing and vocabulary files of at least 3 devices.

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CEUs This activity is offered for up to 0.2 CEUs (2.0 hours of instruction). To register for CEUs:  

Download, and complete the following forms.

Save the files names: 190827_TTMT2_StPaul_Lastname_Firstname

Send both files to ceus@aacinstitute.org

Upon completion of the two forms and passing the quiz, a CEU certificate will be sent

Note: If any difficulty is encountered in using this form, write to ceus@aacinstitute.org to request an alternative file format.