PLUK Training & Events Calendar

Augmentative Communication Evaluations Simplified - Aug 19-20, Missoula

Link: More information
Registration: AACtechconnect

Hosted by MonTECH
UM-634 Eddy Ave, CHC-009
Missoula, MT 59812
1-877-243-5511 (MT in-state toll free), 406-243-5486

This workshop will assist you to:
1) Complete augmentative communication evaluations using a toolkit.
2) Evaluate individuals with the simplest to the most complex communication needs.
3) Complete paperwork from beginning-to-end of the process using provided templates.
4) Match individual’s skills to the features of AAC devices.
5) Identify types of devices, their features and ways to research device choices.

Low cost; discounts available for online and group registration
(As low as $89 per day).

Includes:
CEU’s (no charge)
Free CD with templates
Demonstration of devices

Closing the Gap - Oct 14-18, Minneapolis MN

Link: Closingthe Gap.com
Topics will cover a broad spectrum of technology as it is being applied to all disabilities and age groups in education, rehabilitation, vocation, and independent living. People with disabilities, special educators, rehabilitation professionals, administrators, service/care providers, personnel managers, government officials, and hardware/software developers will share their experiences and insights at what has become known as the most significant networking experience of the year -- the annual Closing The Gap Conference.
The complete event includes two days (October 14-15, 2008) of day-long preconference workshops followed by three days (October 16-18, 2008) of over 200 one- and two-hour presentations, along with many commercial exhibitors.