Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and Hearing Rehabilitation

Catalog description

This course covers a base knowledge of AAC from low to high technology utilizing the Student, Environment, Tasks and Tools (SETT) framework. The course provides a comprehensive overview of evidence-based augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems, assessment, and intervention to enhance the communication and participation of children and adults with developmental and acquired conditions who have complex communication needs. It also includes the integral role of the SLP with an interprofessional approach of AAC services for individuals with complex communication needs who experience a wide range of disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), traumatic brain injury, aphasia, and dementia. Aural rehabilitation topics are covered. Corequisite(s): SLPP 6401 and SLPP 6403 and SLPP 6404 and SLPP 6405 and SLPP 6406 Lecture Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 2 Repeatability: May be repeated for credit up to 2 times. Grade Mode: Normal (A, B, C, D, F) Subject Restrictions: SLPP - Speech-Language Pathology College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sciences Major Restrictions: SLPA - Speech-Language Pathology Student Class Restrictions: Professional Course Level Restrictions: Professional Semester Program Restrictions: MHS_SLPA - MHS-Speech-Language Pathology Campus Restrictions: Main Campus Schedule Type (Primary): Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic Click here for the Schedule of Classes.