Augmentative Communication Strategies for Young Children

Description

This day-long workshop will present an array of communication strategies for working with children ages 0-3 who have limited verbal speech or are non-verbal. Topics will include the important of aided language stimulation, symbol selection, introduction of low-tech communication devices and available resources to support the creation and introduction of these resources. Ideas will be shared so that therapists can support families to use these strategies in their daily lives.

Location Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley Region
830 S. Addison Ave.
Villa Park, IL 60181
Date 7/27/2012 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Check in 7:30 AM)
Sponsor Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley Region
Trainer Kate Roth, MS, CCC-SLP/L, ATP
Contact Katie Genetz (630) 282-2026 ce@eastersealsdfvr.org
Principles 1. Support families
2. Active participation
8. Quality services
Credit Hours 4.0 - Intervention
3.0 - Working with Families
Cost $200.00
Status Closed