TouchChat, created by Saltillo, is a full-featured communication solution for individuals who have difficulty using their natural voice. TouchChat is designed for individuals with Autism, Down Syndrome, ALS, apraxia, stroke, or other conditions that affect a person's ability to use natural speech. There are so many great features included in TouchChat, but where do you begin? Communication is a fundamental human need and this session will help participants achieve maximum potential with TouchChat app.  We will explore vocabulary and spend some hands-on time personalizing it for your child/student. You have spent the time personalizing, now you’ll learn options for backing up and sharing customized files. You will learn about resources and strategies to help you maximize potential while communicating with TouchChat by Saltillo.  We will end our time together with time for questions and discussion.  Join us for this fun, interactive session and discover potential with TouchChat!

Devices are required. Please bring a TouchChat app or TouchChat device.

Learner Outcomes 

1. Identify features of TouchChat app
2. Identify and complete personalization
3. Identify and discuss implementation resources and strategies supporting TouchChat app

Agenda

15 min - Welcome, meet and greet

40 min  - Language, Communication, and Vocabulary

20 min - Making it Personal

15 min - Baking up and Exporting files

15 min - Implementation Strategies & Resources

15 min - Questions & Discussion

Please note the following details regarding this course:

• You must register for and attend this course using your own AAC Learning Journey account.
• ASHA CEU and certificate eligibility require complete live attendance. Partial credit is not given.
• For those wanting ASHA CEUs or certificate for hours:

-Participate in polls/quizzes throughout the presentation, if applicable.

-Complete our PRC-Saltillo ASHA Certificate Form

-The PRC-Saltillo ASHA/Certificate Form will not be accepted after the course ends.

• Certificates will be available to all participants with verified attendance within a 2-week processing period.
• We get better with your feedback, please be sure to complete our post-course survey.
• If you need accommodations for special needs, please contact seminars@prc-saltillo.com at least 10 days prior to the start of your course. We will review your request and respond as soon as possible.

If this is an online training:

• Please check that your Zoom software is up to date prior to the course start time.
• Pop-up blockers can prevent the join button from working properly. Disable any pop-up blockers or allow an exception for AAC Learning Journey.
• Chrome, Firefox, or Edge are the recommended browsers.

 Instructor bio and disclosures

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