AAC Evaluation & Implementation Cohort
Live Clinical Training for SLPs & Educators

A 4-session interactive cohort designed to deepen clinical decision-making in AAC evaluation, implementation, and partner collaboration through a culturally and linguistically responsive lens.

Build foundational clinical knowledge in AAC assessment and intervention through structured instruction, case-based learning, and implementation-focused clinical reasoning.

Live on Zoom | 4 Weeks | 6 PD Hours | Replay Access Included

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Cohort Details

Schedule

Thursdays | 5:00–6:30 PM PT

July 9, 2026
July 16, 2026
July 23, 2026
July 30, 2026

All sessions are held live on Zoom and recorded for replay access.

Founding Cohort Pricing

Early Bird Registration — $247

Regular Registration — $297

Founding cohort pricing available for the inaugural VocesAAC clinical training series.

What This Cohort Is

The AAC Evaluation & Implementation Cohort is a live clinical training experience designed for speech-language pathologists and educators seeking foundational knowledge in AAC assessment and intervention.

This training emphasizes:

clinical reasoning over protocol memorization
real-world AAC implementation
communication partner support
culturally responsive AAC practice
evidence-based decision-making

Participants engage in:

live instruction
AAC clinical case studies
guided discussion
implementation-focused learning
structured reflection

Who This Cohort Is For

This cohort is designed for:

Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs)
Educators supporting AAC users
Clinicians seeking foundational AAC clinical training
Professionals wanting stronger AAC clinical reasoning and implementation frameworks

Learning Objectives

By the end of this cohort, participants will be able to:

Describe foundational principles of AAC assessment and intervention
Identify factors influencing AAC system selection and access
Analyze communication strengths and barriers across environments
Develop components of a foundational AAC evaluation process
Apply evidence-based AAC intervention strategies
Implement communication partner supports
Integrate culturally responsive and ethical AAC considerations into practice
Translate AAC assessment findings into intervention planning

Weekly Clinical Themes

Week 1 — Foundations of AAC & Clinical Decision-Making

Week 2 — AAC Evaluation & Feature Matching

Week 3 — AAC Intervention & Communication Partner Strategies

Week 4 — Clinical Case Studies & Implementation

What’s Included

✔ 4 live Zoom sessions
✔ 6 professional development hours
✔ Certificate of Completion
✔ 60-day replay access
✔ Downloadable clinical resources
✔ AAC clinical case studies
✔ Guided discussion and implementation-focused learning
✔ Attendance verification
✔ Pre/post learning reflection surveys

About the Instructor

Maria De Leon, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-AAC is a board-certified AAC specialist and founder of VocesAAC.

Her work focuses on augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), culturally and linguistically responsive practice, communication partner support, and evidence-based intervention.

Maria has presented at professional conferences and contributed to AAC-related educational and clinical initiatives. Her teaching emphasizes practical implementation, ethical clinical reasoning, and culturally responsive care across settings.

Professional Development Hours

Participants who complete cohort requirements will receive:

Certificate of Completion
Documentation of 6 Professional Development Hours

Completion requirements include:

attendance verification
completion of pre/post learning surveys

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this cohort live?

Yes. All sessions are held live on Zoom and recorded for replay access.

How long will recordings be available?

Participants will have access to recordings for 60 days following the final session.

Is this appropriate for beginners?

Yes. This cohort is designed to provide foundational AAC clinical knowledge and implementation guidance for clinicians and educators who are newer to AAC assessment and intervention. The training will also introduce more advanced clinical concepts to support deeper clinical reasoning, implementation planning, and continued professional growth across experience levels.

Will I receive ASHA CEUs?

This cohort provides professional development hours and a certificate of completion. It is not currently offered for ASHA CEUs.

What if I miss a session?

Recorded replay access is included for all registered participants.

Are refunds available?

Due to the educational and digital nature of this cohort, refunds are not available once the cohort begins.

Important Disclosures

This training is educational in nature and is intended to provide foundational knowledge related to AAC assessment and intervention. Completion of this cohort does not confer specialty certification, licensure, or independent competency in AAC evaluation or treatment.

Participants are responsible for practicing within their professional scope, workplace requirements, and licensure regulations.

All recordings and materials are for registered participants only and may not be shared or redistributed.

Clinical examples and case discussions are de-identified for educational purposes only.

Participants are responsible for maintaining confidentiality when discussing professional experiences or clinical scenarios during cohort discussions.