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Ethical and Effective Use of Language Interpreters
Presented by Renee Lacourciere, MS, CCC-SLP
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Course: #10687Level: Intermediate1.5 Hours
The effective utilization of language interpreters, with emphasis on the importance of ensuring access for culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, is described in this course. Definitions and dimensions of language interpretation, and legal and ethical considerations based on the ASHA Code of Ethics and federal laws, are discussed. A case study demonstrates application of this information to real-world scenarios.

Emergency Preparedness & AAC: Essential Roles & Resources for SLPs
Presented by Carole Zangari, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-CL, Wendy Quach, PhD, CCC-SLP, Amy Miller Sonntag, SLPD, CCC-SLP
Video
Course: #10065Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Users of augmentative/alternative communication (AAC) are highly vulnerable in emergency situations and may lose access to their AAC supports and devices during the process of rescue, relief, and recovery from disasters such as floods, wildfires, earthquakes, and hurricanes. This course discusses key roles for SLPs and provides information about free and low-cost resources that clinicians can use to support their clients with AAC needs as they prepare for and recover from disasters.

Post-Extubation Dysphagia: Critical Information for Critical Patients
Presented by Angela Mansolillo, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
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Course: #9573Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Intubation provides access to mechanical ventilation for critically ill patients, but what happens when the patient is extubated? This course provides information about risk factors for and causes and consequences of post-extubation dysphagia, and discusses options for assessment and management of these critically ill patients.

Providing Support to Families of Children with Hearing Loss
Presented by Jane Madell, PhD, CCC-A/SLP, LSLS Cert AVT
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Course: #9043Level: Introductory1 Hour
Families of children with hearing loss present with unique needs and challenges. Families’ issues commonly center around accepting hearing loss as well as planning management. Children need support regarding social, emotional and academic development. Hearing loss may impact speech, language, listening, reading, and learning – skills that are critical during childhood years and beyond. The impact of hearing loss on children and families is individual but there are many common challenges even for those with the most access to resources and support.This course will present information and resources for social workers, speech-language pathologists, audiologists, school personnel, therapists and other professionals to support them in their work with families of children with hearing loss.

Maximizing Outcomes for School-aged Children with Hearing Loss: Audiology and speech/language pathology partnership
Presented by Gail M. Whitelaw, PhD
Video
Course: #8750Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course will focus on information as the foundation to maximize outcomes for children with hearing loss when the audiologist and SLP work together as a team. The information addressed will assist the SLP in effectively accessing audiology input to support students/patients with hearing loss.