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Project

Augmentative Alternative Communication/Assistive Technology Interdisciplinary Assessment Team Initiative

Center:

NC-Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2021

Contact Information:

Debbie Reinhartsen
[email protected]
919-966-5171

Project Description:

This project will provide ongoing training and technical assistance to interdisciplinary teams from LEAs across the state as a follow up to the AAC Summer Institute. In collaboration with DPI, project staff will plan, organize and conduct follow-up trainings that build upon previous workshop content related to assessing students' needs for alternative and augmentative communication strategies. Additionally, project staff will be available to all interdisciplinary teams for technical assistance as they begin to implement the assessment protocol within their individual systems.

Keyword(s):

augmentative alternative communication, interdisciplinary team training

Core Function(s):

Performing Research or Evaluation, Continuing Education/Community Training

Area of Emphasis

Education & Early Intervention, Health-Related Activities, Other - Assistive Technology

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Specific Groups

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

State