A step-by-step guide to low-pressure, individualized, and neurodiversity-affirming AAC support
This training provides a practical introduction to AAC, designed for professionals supporting learners who may benefit from alternative communication tools. Using clear visuals, research-driven methods, and real examples, it teaches how to introduce AAC in ways that are flexible, respectful, and centered on the learner’s experience. The course walks through foundational knowledge, dispels common myths, demonstrates how to teach AAC strategies, and shows how to personalize support based on individual needs.
Built alongside speech-language pathologists and informed by lived experience, this training is especially helpful for behavior analysts, educators, and caregivers who want to promote communication while reducing pressure and frustration. It includes access to visual resources to support team understanding and advocacy.
Why Take This Training?
- Learn how to introduce AAC in supportive, low-pressure ways aligned with research and neurodiversity-affirming practice.
- Gain confidence by experiencing AAC through interactive activities from the learner’s perspective.
- Clarify common misconceptions that can delay or prevent successful AAC use.
- Discover simple teaching strategies and how to build team buy-in.
- Understand how to personalize AAC support across different environments.
What You’ll Get
- Over 50 pages of visual resources to share with teams and support AAC advocacy.
- Practical tips for modeling AAC and incorporating it naturally across the day.
- Personalization tools, including the “word of the week” strategy and guidance on involving families.
- Real examples of collaboration between BCBAs and SLPs.
- Insights from attendees, including practical ideas for parent training and strategies for introducing AAC to new learners.
Feedback From Watchers
- “I was clueless about AAC before this training… I can’t wait to apply what I learned!” – BCaBA
- “So many aha moments! Cannot wait to dive into the book.”
- “Very practical and easy to understand… I’m going to use the strategies in parent training.”
- “Great course name, so approachable and easy to understand.”
- “Helpful to learn not just what to do but why, this really helps with team buy-in.”
Take this training to gain practical strategies, deepen team understanding, and help every learner access communication in ways that feel safe, meaningful, and achievable.