Using AAC in the Classroom

Who should attend?

This session is for Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Speech and Language Therapists, Speech and Language Therapy Assistants and practitioners working with children who are using symbol based Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems. The session will consider assessment, planning, activities and review of communication targets for individuals using AAC.

What will I learn?

• To plan opportunities to enhance communication
• To explore linking AAC targets to everyday activities
• To identify the importance and skills of effective communication partners

ACE Centre is committed to providing the best possible service for everyone. Ongoing evaluation of the work that we do is essential and your participation in this process is vital. We will ask you to provide information at three stages:

• Details about you at time of booking
• Feedback immediately after training event
• Reflection on practice at 3-6 months after completion of training

Your co-operation is greatly appreciated!