AAC TRAININGS
AAC 101: Building Communication Access Across the District
Audience: District-wide staff (general education teachers, special education teachers, paraprofessionals, related service providers, administrators, special area teachers)
This introductory, district-wide training provides a shared foundation for understanding what AAC is, why it is essential, and how all staff play a role in communication access. Designed for audiences with varying levels of experience, this session introduces AAC in a clear, approachable way and emphasizes that AAC is not just a special education tool—but a district-wide responsibility and an inclusion practice.
AAC Foundations for Classroom Teams
Audience: General education teachers, special education teachers, paraprofessionals
This training supports classroom teams in understanding how to model and support AAC use during daily instruction and routines. The focus is on what AAC looks like in real classrooms, including transitions, group activities, and behavior support.
Participants learn practical strategies for modeling core vocabulary and encouraging communication without interrupting instruction.
AAC for Paraprofessionals: Practical Support in the Moment
Audience: Paraprofessionals, aides, 1:1 support staff
This training provides paraprofessionals with clear, concrete guidance for supporting AAC users throughout the school day. Emphasis is placed on confidence, consistency, and knowing how to respond to communication attempts in the moment.
AAC Implementation for Speech-Language Pathologists
Audience: School-based SLPs
This training focuses on AAC implementation beyond the therapy room. SLPs learn strategies for promoting carryover, coaching classroom staff, and supporting AAC use across environments. This training can also focus on learning specific AAC systems and technical troubleshooting.
AAC Across the School Day: Inclusion in Special Area Classes
Audience: Special area teachers (art, music, physical education, library/media)
This training demonstrates how AAC can be embedded naturally into special area classes where communication is interactive. No prior AAC experience is required.
Pilot Training
A 45–60 minute pilot is available for individual schools or grade levels to introduce AAC modeling strategies before scaling district-wide.