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October is AAC Awareness Month!

Communication is an essential human need, and for individuals with complex communication challenges, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) offers a pathway to express their thoughts, needs, and emotions.

BIM offers courses to help you understand Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) and support AAC users. Parents, educators, paraprofessionals, therapists, speech-language pathologists, and SLPAs will walk away feeling empowered and equipped with the tools to bring AAC into the hands who will benefit the most. Click to view AAC Courses

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Unlocking Opportunities: A Beginner's Guide to School Contracting

Join us for this informative presentation tailored for Speech-Language Pathologists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists ready to explore the world of school contracting! In this session, you'll learn exactly what school contracting is, pros and cons to serving schools, and learn how to find and secure school contracts. Whether you're new to the field or looking to expand your career, this course will equip you with the essential tools and knowledge to thrive as a school contractor. Available on demand at noon ET on 12/6/24.

Elise Mitchell

M.S. CCC-SLP

Educator

SLP

Admin

Early Ed/Parents: assistive tech

SLP: AAC & assistive tech

OT: AAC & assistive tech

AT or AI: It's Apples and Oranges

Dive into AT & AI for educators! We'll showcase AI-powered AT tools, digital assistants, and strategies for building a more inclusive classroom.

Samantha Hagness

M.S., CCC-SLP

Becky Woolley

Educator

SLP

Early Ed/Parents: assistive tech

SLP: AAC & assistive tech

Caseload Management

OT: AAC & assistive tech

From Evaluation to Implementation: Next Steps in AAC

Throughout this course, the attendee will be able to grasp a variety of Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) assessment tools and gain tips and tricks to conduct a thorough and holistic AAC assessment. Attendees will also learn how to write appropriate and effective goals following the AAC assessment. Guidelines, procedures, and resources for device trials will be described as well. Lastly, SLPs will be given ideas and support to set a child's AAC team up for success with sustainable and innovative interventions and trainings.

Randi Brown

M.S., CCC-SLP

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