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Communication is a human right.

AAC for the SLP

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Are you an SLP new to AAC?

Explore our available resources and articles on evaluating, preparing and implementing AAC Services. These articles focus on using evidence-based practices for working with people who cannot speak verbally well enough to meet their needs.

AAC Essentials

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AAC Essentials is an online learning opportunity about Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) for non-speaking Pennsylvanians served by the Office of Developmental Programs. Anyone can take these free courses and receive a Certificate of Completion at the end of the course. You can also explore all the lessons without completing a course.

Consider Communication

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Consider Communication is a special project for those of us who support people with complex communication needs.