M.S. CCC-SLP
Emily Diaz, M.S., CCC-SLP is a licensed and ASHA certified speech-language pathologist with 8 years of experience working in the school setting. While she supports a variety of communication needs, she is most passionate about working with individuals who use AAC. Emily shares free ideas & strategies for AAC implementation on her YouTube channel, as well as Instagram (@emilydiazslp). She also offers paid workshops, evaluations/therapy, and consulting services through her private practice
M.A., CCC-SLP
Cara Falade, MA, CCC-SLP is an Ohio outpatient speech pathologist. Her current caseload ranges from 20 months to 47 years old. With over 15 funded AAC devices in the last 2 years, Cara is dedicated to helping individuals and their caregivers navigate finding the amplification for their voices. She shares all things speech & AAC on Instragram (@thebuckeyslp) as well as self care for professionals and her experiences being Black in a monotony field. She is a proud member of the National Black Association of Speech-Language and Hearing (NBASLH).
M.S. CCC-SLP
Sarah Gregory, M.S. CCC-SLP is a Speech-Language Pathologist and works as an Assistive Technology and inclusive programming consultant in the Ithaca City School District in Upstate New York. She specializes in Augmentative and Alternative Communication in a public school setting with a focus on inclusion. Sarah has presented on these topics at national and statewide conferences. She shares ideas and strategies for AAC and teletherapy on her YouTube channel, as well as on Twitter and Instagram @SarahGregorySLP.
M.A., CCC-SLP, ATACP
Karina Saechao, M.A., CCC-SLP is an SLP, licensed in CA and KS. She holds a certificate as an assistive technology specialist and is a Ph.D. student at the University of Kansas. Karina’s research interests are in African American English, child language, AAC. Karina is the Founder & CEO of Golden Oak Speech Therapy, and specializes in AAC, AT, language, literacy, and caregiver & educator coaching.
M.S., CCC-SLP
Maria De Leon is a bicultural/bilingual SLP. She received her BA degree in Sociology at UCLA and an MS in SLP at SFSU with a specialization in culturally responsive AAC practices. She works at a non-profit organization conducting AAC evaluations, trials, and trainings. She has 13+ years in the special education sector and resides in California. Maria manages the IG account, @code.switch.slp.
Sarah receives a salary from the Ithaca City School District. Sarah receives income and honorariums from speaking engagements and online courses including Bright Ideas Media. Cara Falade receives a salary from a non-profit outpatient clinic in Columbus, Ohio as well as an honorarium from Bright Ideas Media for this course. Emily Diaz is the owner of Emily Diaz, SLP and receives payment for professional development, consulting, private practice services, and resources. Emily is an independent contractor with Meaningful Speech, LLC. Emily receives an honorarium from Bright Ideas for this course.Karina Saechao is receiving an honorarium from Bright Ideas Media for this presentation. Karina is a doctoral student at the University of Kansas and her research in African American English is funded by a research excellence initiative grant. Maria De Leon is receiving an honorarium from Bright Ideas Media for this presentation. She is a Co-Founder of bilingue AAC and an SLP for a non-profit organization in California.
Sarah Gregory is a member of ASHA and ASHA Special Interest Group 12 (AAC)Cara Falade has no non-financial relationships to disclose Emily Diaz is an ASHA and SIG 12 member. Karina Saechao is a member of the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA), National Black Association of Speech, Language and Hearing (NBASLH), and ASHA SIGs 01, 12, and 14. Karina is the founder and CEO of Golden Oak Speech Therapy, A Professional Speech Pathology Corporation. Maria De Leon is a member of the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA), California Speech Language Hearing Association (CSHA), and ASHA Sig 12.
Sarah Gregory has no additional content information to disclose. Cara Falade has no additional content information to disclose. Emily Diaz has no additional content information to disclose. Maria De Leon has no additional content information to disclose. Karina Saechao has no additional content information to disclose.
This course is being sponsored by SLP Toolkit.
15 mins | Introductions to speakers and their caseloads |
15 mins | Sarah: Busting AAC myths |
10 mins | Cara: Definitions of common AAC terms |
15 mins | Emily: Types of AAC and prompting hierarchy |
5 mins | Questions from the audience |
5 mins | Introductions and Disclosures (Karina & Maria) |
5 mins | Defining key terms |
5 mins | Introduction to AAC |
10 mins | Current Trends in AAC services and experiences with Black and Brown Children |
15 mins | Barriers to receiving AAC services and devices |
15 mins | AAC Solutions for Black and Brown children |
5 mins | Question & Answer |