SLPs are the primary professionals driving the acquisition of an AAC device. SLPs are the most competent and knowledgeable members of the team to recommend a device that will enable an individual to develop language using AAC. Because language and AAC use are complicated processes, how does the SLP get all members of the team on board? There are many different challenges an SLP may face in this process! The SLP is the most qualified professional to help educate team members, but time to gather resources/supports and develop other skills is often a limiting factor for SLPs. This presentation will focus on addressing the most commonly reported barriers and arguments that SLPs encounter in various settings. Through the use of case studies and scenarios, presenters will review a common barrier to team buy-in and provide several possible responses and resources to aid SLPs in getting team buy-in. Additionally, this presentation will focus on using other strategies, such as conflict resolution, to help build and develop a strong team that will successfully implement AAC.

Learner Outcomes:

Participants will be able to:

1. Identify three resources that can be used to educate team members on AAC implementation.
2. Summarize three common barriers or excuses used by other professionals or people when trying to implement AAC.
3. Develop a bank of resources, containing at least three materials, that can be used to support discussions revolving around AAC in the SLP’s work setting.

Agenda:

5 minutes - Introduction & Agenda

10 minutes - Barriers to AAC Implementation

10 minutes - Individual Tools

10 minutes - Team Tools

20 minutes - Conflict Resolution in Action

5 minutes - Questions and Wrap up

Please note the following details regarding this course:

• You must register for this course using your own AACLJ account.
• All attendees will have the opportunity to download a Certificate of Attendance/Completion, depending on the class.
• ASHA CEU and certificate eligibility require complete live attendance.
• Certificates will be available to participants with verified attendance within a 2-week processing period.

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Session Dates:

• In-Person with Meghan Kunz in Duluth, MN
  March 21, 2025 : 1:45 pm - 2:45 pm CST