Clinical Methods in Speech Language Pathology: Developmental Disabilities and AAC

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This seminar focuses on knowledge and skills in speech-language pathology related to clinical competence and professionalism, clinical interventions, and clinical research with a focus on Developmental Disabilities (DD) (intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorders, cerebral palsy, and others) & Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC). Topics discussed include fundamental principles of assessment, diagnostic intervention planning & implementation, data- collection & interpretation, and follow-up assessment for monitoring progress across the lifespan in individuals with developmental disabilities. Presentation of no-tech (unaided communication), low-tech, mid-tech and high-tech AAC supports will be made available.