Alternative Communication and Autism Course
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This course equips educators with practical tools to implement AAC for autistic students throughout the school day. Participants learn to choose low- and high-tech systems, select core and fringe vocabulary, organise symbol sets, conduct assessments, collect data, monitor progress, and develop training and coaching plans for staff and families to promote consistent functional communication in classrooms, recess, and home settings.

4.0 in rating
flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain hands-on skills to support autistic students with AAC systems across school activities. Master selection of low- and high-tech tools, core and fringe vocabulary, and organised symbol sets. Develop routines for assessment, data tracking, progress monitoring, plus simple training modules, visual aids, and coaching strategies for staff and families to foster reliable everyday communication.
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Develop skills
- Design AAC systems by selecting low and high-tech tools, symbols, and school-appropriate vocabulary.
- Assess autistic students by profiling communication needs, access requirements, and priority goals.
- Coach teams and families with brief AAC training sessions, visual aids, and home support strategies.
- Teach AAC usage by integrating modeling, prompts, and reinforcement into everyday school routines.
- Track AAC progress using data sheets, PDSA cycles, and updates to IEP reports.
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