Upon successful completion of this workshop, participants should be able to:

• Discuss the key objectives and starting points when starting AAC intervention
• Describe features of AAC interventions based on current evidence, clinical expertise and AAC user/client perspectives
• Identify at least 10 practical applications of an AAC intervention
• Compare training approaches and outcomes of that training, for communication partners
• Plan AAC intervention across different clinical contexts
• Evaluate barriers to AAC success

This workshop is for speech pathologists with an understanding of AAC assessment principles.

Amanda Hartmann

Amanda is a Speech-Language Pathologist with over 25 years experience - experience which has led to a passion for working with children and young adults with disabilities. She has specialist skills and knowledge in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), literacy and technology. During her career she has presented on AAC and Assistive Technology to schools, organisations and at conferences both nationally and internationally. She currently divides her time between a busy private practice, as a consultant in AAC supporting teachers in classrooms, and at AssistiveWare. She also provides the AAC lectures to Speech Pathology students at the University of Queensland.

Pricing details: 

• Members: $240
• Non practicing members: $158
• Student Members: $120
• Non-Members: $360