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Foundations of Communication

Foundations of Communication

SLP
Admin
Educator
OT
Caseload Management
Language Disorders
Neurodiversity
School Based
Education

This engaging three-part on-demand webinar is crafted for Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) and special educators working with autistic students or intellectual disabilities who have complex communication needs. Through practical strategies and collaborative planning, this course will empower you to create a communication-rich academic environment that meets educational standards while addressing the unique needs of your students.

In Part 1, we’ll explore strategies that support communication throughout the school day and across content areas.

Part 2 provides a focused look at alternative systems of communication and core vocabulary in action. We’ll conduct a hands-on case study activity, where participants will apply strategies to develop communication-rich learning plans that align with educational standards.

Part 3 primarily focus on assessment for students who would benefit from some type of augmented communication system. Assessing students with complex communication needs has proven challenging for professionals from a variety of disciplines in school settings.

Participants will also have the opportunity to assess and design activities tailored to individual students’ needs, encouraging collaboration across disciplines and helping SLPs and educators work together to support complex learners effectively.

Purchase the sessions individually or save more than $20 on the bundle when you purchase the entire series!

Courses

  • Educator
    Admin
    SLP
    OT
    SLP: caseload management
    SLP: language disorders
    SLP: neurodiversity
    OT: school based
    Education

    Foundations of Communication Session #1

    This presentation is designed for speech-language pathologists and teachers of students who have complex communication needs. The presentation stresses collaboration and offers methods to create communication rich environments across the academic day that focus on the educational standards for these populations.

    Perry Flynn

    M.Ed. CCC-SLP BCS-CL

    Maureen Kaniuka

    MA, CAS

    Matthew Martinez

    MA

  • Educator
    Admin
    SLP
    SLP: caseload management
    SLP: language disorders
    SLP: executive function
    OT: school based
    Education

    Foundations of Communication Session #2

    This presentation is designed for speech-language pathologists and teachers of students who have complex communication needs. The presentations stresses collaboration to create communication rich environments across the academic day that focus on the educational standards for these populations.

    Perry Flynn

    M.Ed. CCC-SLP BCS-CL

    Maureen Kaniuka

    MA, CAS

    Matthew Martinez

    MA

  • Educator
    Admin
    SLP
    AAC & Assistive Tech
    School Based

    Foundations of Communication Session #3

    This course is designed to provide speech-language pathologists and teachers of students with autism or intellectual disabilities who have complex communication needs tools and strategies to gather assessment information to inform assistive technology decisions. The course reviews federal guidelines regarding Assistive Technology Evaluation. A variety of assessment tools and strategies will be explored. Using a case example, participants will apply the SETT framework to analyze assessment information related to communication through the use of assistive technology.

    Perry Flynn

    M.Ed. CCC-SLP BCS-CL

    Matthew Martinez

    MA

    Maureen Kaniuka

    MA, CAS

Foundations of Communication Session #1
$39.00
This course supports SLPs and educators in building communication-rich environments for students with complex communication needs. Emphasizing collaboration, it offers practical methods to integrate communication opportunities throughout the school day while aligning with educational standards. Includes access to the recorded course and optional ASHA reporting.
Foundations of Communication Session #3
$39.00
This course equips SLPs and educators working with students with autism or intellectual disabilities with practical tools for assessing complex communication needs. Learn how to gather meaningful data, apply the SETT framework, and make informed assistive technology decisions—guided by federal evaluation guidelines and real-world case examples. Includes access to the recorded course and optional ASHA reporting.
Foundations of Communication Session #2
$39.00
This course is designed for SLPs and educators supporting students with complex communication needs. Learn how to collaborate effectively to create communication-rich environments that align with educational standards and support meaningful participation throughout the school day. Includes access to the recorded course and optional ASHA reporting.
Foundations of Communication Series (Entire Series)
$95.00
Support students with complex communication needs through this three-course bundle designed for speech-language pathologists and educators. Learn how to gather meaningful assessment data, apply the SETT framework for assistive technology decisions, and create communication-rich environments that align with educational standards. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, these courses provide practical tools and strategies to enhance communication across the academic day. Includes access to all three recorded courses and optional ASHA reporting.