This course explores the interprofessional selection and implementation of alternate access methods for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). Incorporating a collaborative clinical framework, the course compares a variety of alternate access modalities—including eye gaze, head tracking, and switch scanning—alongside their distinct clinical indications, benefits, and limitations across diverse motor profiles. Emphasis is placed on how integrated decision-making among SLPs, occupational therapists, and physical therapists optimizes positioning and motor efficiency to minimize device abandonment and maximize patient communicative autonomy. This course was designed for an interprofessional audience.
Live Webinar
Wed, Jul 8, 2026 at 6:00 pm EDTCEUs/Hours Offered: ASHA/0.1 Introductory, Professional; Calif SLPAB/1.0; IACET/0.1; Kansas LTS-S1370/1.0; SAC/1.0
Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to identify key components of a motor assessment that inform AAC evaluation and access method selection for individuals with complex communication needs.
- After this course, participants will be able to identify opportunities for interprofessional collaboration among SLPs, OTs, and PTs throughout AAC assessment and intervention planning.
- After this course, participants will be able to compare and contrast a variety of alternate access methods for AAC, including their clinical indications, benefits, and limitations across different motor profiles.
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Introduction |
| 5-25 Minutes | Motor Assessment Principles |
| 25-40 Minutes | Defining the roles of various disciplines |
| 40-50 Minutes | Review of available access methods |
| 50-55 Minutes | Reflections and Barriers |
| 55-60 Minutes | Summary, Q&A |
Presented By
Megan Shull
Megan Shull is a bilingual speech-language pathologist who has served clients with speech, language, cognitive, and feeding impairments for the last sixteen years. Specializing in Augmentative Communication and Complex Communication Needs, Megan developed a passion to increase functional independence and quality of life for the patients she serves. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Baylor University, where she graduated from the Honors College. In 2007, Megan earned a Master of Science in Communication Disorders from the University of Texas at Dallas, receiving specialized training in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). In February of 2014, Megan founded Building Bridges through Communication, specializing in AAC and therapy for clients transitioning from pediatric to adult care. She currently has a multidisciplinary team of therapists covering 5 counties across North Texas and an outpatient clinic in Frisco, TX. Megan is licensed by the Texas State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and maintains her Clinical Certificate of Competence through ASHA.
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Financial: Megan Shull was paid an honorarium for this presenetation. Non-financial: Megan Shull has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.
Sponsor Disclosure: This Course is presented by SpeechPathology.com, a Continued site.
Content Disclosure: This learning event does not focus exclusively on any specific product or service.
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American Speech-Language-Hearing Assn.
Introductory Level
0.10 ASHA CEUs
California Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology Board
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International Association for Continuing Education and Training
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Kansas Dept for Aging and Disability Services
Approved for 1.00 continuing education clock hour(s) for Kansas licensed Speech Pathologists by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services. Long-Term Sponsorship number: LTS-S1370.
Speech-Language and Audiology Canada
Clinically certified members of Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC) can accumulate continuing education equivalents (CEEs) for their participation with SpeechPathology.com. One hour of coursework equals 1 CEE. All SAC members are encouraged to participate in on-going education.