This course will explore how speech-language pathologists can complete dynamic, person-centered augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) assessments for adults with acquired speech loss due to surgeries (like glossectomy, laryngectomy, tracheotomy) or neurological conditions (like myasthenia gravis, stroke, muscular dystrophy, ALS) resulting in dysarthria or dysphonia. Learners will examine case studies, discover tools and resources to guide the assessment process, and learn strategies for matching AAC features to communication needs in both short-term and long-term scenarios. The session will also highlight how to document success and plan sustainable next steps for ongoing communication support. 


Learning Outcomes:
- Identify key components of dynamic AAC assessments for adults with acquired speech loss. 
- Describe how AAC assessments can address both current and future communication needs through feature matching and trials that align with individual abilities and environments.
- List observable signs of communication success during AAC assessment for adults with acquired speech loss. 

Presenter: Rachel Shepherd, MS, CCC-SLP  This content was developed by a team of professionals with experience in learning design, AAC, education, and speech-language pathology.

Disclosures: Financial Disclosure: Rachel is an employee of Tobii Dynavox. Non-financial Disclosure: Rachel 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.

This course is eligible for Continuing Education Credits for members of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association. To earn a certificate of completion (or ASHA CEUs if applicable) you must complete all sections of the course, including a final quiz.

Disclaimer: ASHA CE Provider approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products or clinical procedures.




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