Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) for Autism June 2, 2010

About the workshop

Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) frequently present with complex communication challenges. This workshop will review evidence-based augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) intervention strategies for building communication competence with individuals with ASD.

The workshop covers a variety of topics related to making data-driven clinical decisions about the assessment and intervention for individuals with ASD who may benefit from AAC intervention. The speaker will review the major language development milestones and the communication processes associated with ASD. In addition, procedures to identify a starting point for language intervention using manual communication boards and/or voice output AAC systems will be discussed. Evidence on AAC strategies will be compared and contrasted. Tool and resources for monitoring results will be highlighted.

A comprehensive overview of the Language Acquisition through Motor Planning (LAMP) program will be presented. Participants will become familiar with a systematic approach for developing more proficient communication. LAMP strategies support: 1) use of a variety of communication modes which may include AAC, speech production or a combination; 2) language expression beyond the one word level; and 3) individuals with ASD being empowered by communication.

People with autism achieve the most effective communication when service delivery is based on quantitative evidence, including research, case studies, and the measured communication performance of the individual.

Three Days Workshop
Early Bird Registration by 5 April 2010– SGD 695.50 (GST included)
Regular Registration after 5 April 2010– SGD 802.50(GST included)
Group Registration (3 or more) – SGD 642.00 (GST included)

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