Using Augmentative Alternative Communication

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Last updated on March 29, 2026 11:52 am

This psychology and communication course explains how verbally impaired people can use augmentative alternative communication (AAC) to express themselves.

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Various disabilities and other reasons can hinder our capacity to communicate conventionally, leading to many frustrations and an inability to participate in daily activities. Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) is crucial for improving communication control and lowering frustration. In this course, you will learn about the various augmentative alternative communication systems that can assist those with problems communicating.

What You Will Learn In This Free Course

  • Define ?augmentative alternative com…
  • List the expectations of augmentativ…
  • Explain common AAC terminologies…
  • Describe and rebut common misconcept…
  • Define ?augmentative alternative communication? (AAC)
  • List the expectations of augmentative alternative communication intervention
  • Explain common AAC terminologies
  • Describe and rebut common misconceptions surrounding AAC
  • Discuss patterns of communication development and when AAC might be appropriate
  • Identify the components that make up an AAC system
  • Outline concerns and strategies to consider when selecting and implementing an AAC system
  • Recognize the role of the communication partner
  • Describe the process for creating functional goals for AAC users
  • Overview of Augmentative Alternative Communication

    The concept of augmentative alternative communication (AAC), expectations for augmentative-alternative communication intervention, a glossary of augmentative alternative communication terms, common myths about AAC, stages of communication development, and an overview of AAC systems are all covered in this module.

    Implementing Augmentative Alternative Communication

    This module will teach you about funding for augmentative alternative communication, creating functional goals for AAC users, augmentative alternative communication implementation strategies, the role of the speech and language professionals, considerations when implementing AAC, and other topics.

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