Who This Course Is For

This course is suitable for:

  • Parents and caregivers supporting individuals with limited or no verbal communication

  • Families seeking practical, respectful communication strategies

  • Educators and RBT/IBT/ABAT/LSAs therapists working with emerging communicators

  • Professionals looking to understand AAC approaches in a clear, accessible way

  • Anyone seeking to support communication with intention, dignity, and understanding

What You Will Learn

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  • How this communication approach supports functional, meaningful exchanges

  • Why communication is more than speech—and how intentional exchanges build connection

  • The foundational principles behind augmentative and alternative communication

  • How structured exchanges can support clarity, independence, and engagement

  • How to approach communication support with respect, patience, and purpose

  • How to build a strong foundation for future communication growth

How This Course Is Different

This training emphasizes:

  • Focuses on connection and understanding, not just techniqueExplains AAC concepts in clear, approachable language

  • Explains AAC concepts in clear, approachable language

  • Designed to feel supportive, not overwhelming

  • Respects the individuality of each communicator

  • Emphasizes communication as empowerment, not compliance

  • Balances professional insight with emotional safety and dignity

Course curriculum

    1. Introduction

    1. What is PECS?

    2. Is PECS for my child?

    1. AAC

    2. Does AAC inhibit speech?

    1. Reinforcers

    1. Functional Communication

    2. 9 Critical Communication Skills

    1. PECS

About this course

  • 44.00 د.إ
  • 12 lessons
  • 1 hour of video content
  • 1 IBAO CEU

Course Author & Clinical Supervisor

M.Ed., BCBA, IBA, CDA Bahij Khouzami

Bahij Khouzami is a CDA-licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and International Behavior Analyst (IBA) with a master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and a specialization in autism. He is the founder of Autism Intervention Specialists (AIS) in Dubai, leading evidence-based services across home, clinic, school, and community settings. As an Approved Course and CEU Provider, he trains and supervises RBT, IBT, and ABAT candidates, has delivered the 40-hour IBT/ABAT curriculum, and has supported 300+ trainees through supervised practice, mentorship, and ongoing supervision. He also serves on the IBAO Professional Advisory Board and contributes to regional certification and exam translation initiatives.

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The presentation was so informative and able to clear my questions.

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