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Discover the Power of the Autism Included Language Acquisition (AILA) Framework
Participants will be able to describe key characteristics of an autism-affirming approach to language acquisition, identify gaps in current practices, and explain why an affirming approach leads to better language outcomes for autistic individuals.
Participants will be able to evaluate autism-affirming values and their impact on therapy outcomes and apply these values to develop treatment plans that support more effective communication strategies for autistic individuals.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to explain the components of the Autism Included Language Acquisition (AILA) framework, and analyze case studies using the framework.
Participants will be able to identify common challenges in implementing autism-affirming language practices, analyze these challenges in real-world scenarios, and develop an evidence-based strategy to overcome each challenge.
Meet Our Expert Speakers
Dr. Stephanie Izzi
PhD, CCC-SLP, Co-founder of Autism Included
Dr. Izzi specializes in developing innovative methods to support authentic communication in nonspeaking autistic children.
Sarah Hamel
MS, CCC-SLP, Co-founder of Autism Included
Sarah incorporates her personal journey and insights on effective strategies to support language acquisition in autistic children.
The presenters of this course, are both employees of Autism Included, a nonprofit organization that developed and published the content of this course. As employees, both Stephanie and Sarah receive salaries from Autism Included.
Stephanie and Sarah have not received any additional financial compensation beyond their regular salaries for the development or presentation of this course. They have no financial relationships to disclose related to ASHA, such as honorariums, travel reimbursements, or complimentary registrations.
Both presenters have a personal and professional commitment to advancing autistic inclusivity in education and therapy, which may influence their perspectives during the course. However, they have no other relevant non-financial relationships with ASHA or any other organization that could be considered a conflict of interest.
Welcome to the Future of Autism-Affirming Language Acquisition
Join us for an enlightening session where we delve into the AILA framework, empowering you to transform the lives of nonspeaking autistic children. Gain insights into the challenges faced and the strategies for success in supporting authentic communication and language acquisition.
Take Action Today to Empower Nonspeaking Autistic Children and Transform Lives
Unlock the key to effective communication and language acquisition for autistic children. Take the first step towards revolutionizing your approach.
$150.00