Top Seven Reasons To Become A TouchChat Certified Trainer

Attention AAC professionals, looking for your next step with AAC? Here are seven reasons the TouchChat® Certified Trainer Program could be right for you. Plus, the latest on what you can expect from the program.

1. Develop programming skills to customize for communication joy

The TouchChat Certified Training eLearning course teaches you the ins and outs of customizing files for each learner’s potential. PRC-Saltillo’s TouchChat HD with WordPower® app offers many unique features from button actions to automatic back-ups. Bonus: eLearning lets you go at your own pace and you’ll always have access to the information to review.

2. Help a family build confidence with TouchChat for iOS

Share your knowledge of industry-leading TouchChat for and help families just getting started feel less overwhelmed. Share it with those farther along on their journey and they can take their skills to the next level. Everyone wins!

3. Be the point person for TouchChat in your organization

You can make AAC more local than ever. Getting support from someone near you that you know and trust makes all the difference when learning something new. Being available at the local level sparks interest for others to learn about communication possibilities with TouchChat. How cool is that?!

4. Expand your service offerings

AAC is on the rise! There aren’t yet enough professionals to support the need. This expert training qualifies you for therapeutic service offerings while expanding the reach of AAC. It encourages more individuals and families to inquire about high-tech options.

5. Join a community of other trainers

Our growing group of TouchChat Certified Trainers meets a few times each year for tech tips and how-to. Get the inside scoop from those closest to the app so you can continue to lead others.

6. Acquire clock hours for eLearning

While ASHA CEUs are not part of this program, you will receive a clock hours certificate that can be used to as part of your professional development and continuing education.

7. Receive online recognition for your expertise

TouchChat Certified Trainers are celebrated on our TouchChat Facebook page and added to our online registry. Grow your service base and connect with more individuals and families looking for support.

What You Can Expect from the TouchChat Certified Trainer Program

Offered since 2013, the TouchChat Certified Trainer Program welcomes new applicants year-round and is available to professionals in the U.S. and Canada who have a passion for AAC and a desire to help others become successful users.

Complete the program at your own pace during a season that works best for you. The multi-module eLearning course, offered through AAC Learning Journey, tracks your progress so you can break up the sessions in increments that suit your schedule and style.

The program concludes with you “training the trainer.” Take what you’ve learned in the course to create, record, and share a learning session with our TIPS team. This great practice for you shows us you are ready to help others.

Invite a friend or colleague to join you and expand the possibilities for AAC in your community!

Learn more about fees and benefits