NWACS AAC Learning Networks

Formerly Evening Seminars

NWACS has a really cool history going back to the 1970s. It started with David Beukelman and others in the Pacific Northwest who wanted to help AAC users. For many years, NWACS met in person for monthly Evening Seminars. The purpose was to share information and help each other. Most were Speech-Language Pathologists, but also some Teachers, Occupational Therapists, and Assistive Technology specialists.

We have grown since then! Our group is diverse, including

• AAC Users,

• Friends and Advocates of AAC Users,

• Parents/Guardians and Caregivers,

• Grandparents,

• OTs,

• PTs,

• SLPs,

• Teachers,

• and more.

We support each other by sharing resources. Evening Seminars are now AAC Learning Networks, which reflects our growing community.

We know that representation matters. We want different perspectives from AAC users, caregivers, and providers to make our work the best it can be. AAC Learning Networks offers topics and opportunities where we can learn from each other. We continue to offer continuing education certificates for those who attend live. Listening and sharing with others leads to better understanding and perspective to support our AAC community.

We are recruiting for a new NWACS AAC Learning Network Coordinator!

Learn more on the NWACS Board Page.

Email us your questions and/or suggestions, or if you would like to learn more about becoming the NWACS AAC Learning Network Coordinator: info@nwacs.info

Upcoming AAC Learning Network Events:

The views expressed during these events are those of the speaker(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views and policies of NWACS. No endorsement by NWACS is implied regarding any device, manufacturer, resource, or strategy mentioned.

Stay tuned for future AAC Learning Network events.

Did you miss a meeting? Or want a refresher? Good news! You can view recordings of past AAC Learning Network events.

SLPs: AAC Learning Network events count toward the Professional Development Hours required to maintain ASHA certification. During the Zoom meeting (live) you will have the opportunity to request a Certificate of Attendance.

AAC Learning Network Fund

We are excited to invite AAC users to speak at our AAC Learning Network events. It is important to us that we compensate them for their time and energy. You can help our AAC Learning Network Fund with a small $5 - 10 donation. Thank you!

You may donate through PayPal by clicking the Donate to NWACS button at the bottom of the page, or by mailing a check to 19316 Sprague Drive, Bothell, WA 98012