Managing the Spectrum of Staff Training in Speech & Language
Date/Time
7/31/2024 - 7/31/2024
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Central
Event Registration
Event Description

Friday, April 26
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Via Zoom



Description

During this presentation, SLPs from Heartspring will share tips and tricks for training direct care staff and other stakeholders that work with people who use AAC. Attendees will learn about communication plans, identify new ways to train, and how to identify what communication partners need training. They will create a communication plan for a current client and identify who and how to train communication partners.


Learning Objectives
After this session, participants will be able to:
  1. Describe innovative strategies for training direct care staff and other stakeholders involved in supporting individuals who use AAC.
  2. List the essential components of effective communication plans for individuals who use AAC.
  3. Determine appropriate methods and techniques for training communication partners, considering their roles and responsibilities.
Presenters:

Holli Matzen, PhD, CCC-SLP

Receives a salary from Heartspring, but no other financial or non-financial disclosures.

Beth Weldon, M.A., CCC-SLP

Receives a salary from Heartspring, but no other financial or non-financial disclosures.

Ashly Elliott, M.A., CCC-SLP

    Receives a salary from Heartspring, but no other financial or non-financial disclosures.

Outline:

 General staff training tips and tricks      

• Training on individual students

• Group Q&A

Registration fee:
$20 for KSHA members
$35 for non-KSHA members
Free for students who are KSHA members

Refund policy:
No refunds on webinars unless KSHA cancels the event. 
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