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Comprehensive Communication Supports and Strategies co-sponsored by START and Alt+Shift

Comprehensive Communication Supports and Strategies co-sponsored by START and Alt+Shift

January 27, 2026 & February 10, 2026

Event Setting

Virtual

Learn the basics of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and how to support students with communication needs. This two-part virtual training offers simple strategies and tools to help students communicate in all settings. Educators, families, paraprofessionals, and support staff will all learn practical strategies to support communication together.

Continuing Education Units (CEUs): START is offering State Continuing Education Clock Hours (SCECHs), pending approval, and Certificates of Attendance. Participants must complete the Attendance Form provided at the training within 3 days of the training date to receive SCECHs and/or a Certificate of Attendance.

Lindsey Harr-Smith
M.A., CCC-SLP, Autism Education & Intervention Specialist
Megan Hojnacki
Assistive Technology / Augmentative and Alternative Communication Specialist

Event time

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Event fee

$20 for the full series (2 sessions)

Registration deadline

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

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