Malaysian speech-language pathology students' reflections about their participation in an AAC training program

Most speech-language pathologists (SLPs) in Malaysia practice with an undergraduate degree, which provides them with limited knowledge about and training in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). This limited knowledge and training may affect their confidence and competence when introduci...

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Published in:	Augmentative and alternative communication Vol. 38; no. 4; pp. 236 - 244
Main Authors:	Joginder Singh, Susheel, Suhumaran, Liora Veralyn, Skulski, Kati, Ahmad Rusli, Yazmin
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	England Taylor & Francis 01-12-2022 Taylor & Francis Ltd
Subjects:	Allied Health Personnel Augmentative and Alternative Communication College students Communication Communication Aids for Disabled Communication Disorders Content analysis Feedback Foreign Countries Generalization Higher Education Humans Interviews Knowledge Level Learning Malaysia Self Efficacy Speech Language Pathology Speech-language pathologists Speech-Language Pathology - education Student Attitudes Students Time Training Undergraduate Students university training Malaysia undergraduate students Augmentative and alternative communication Malaysia university training speech-language pathologists
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Summary:	Most speech-language pathologists (SLPs) in Malaysia practice with an undergraduate degree, which provides them with limited knowledge about and training in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). This limited knowledge and training may affect their confidence and competence when introducing and using AAC with individuals for whom it is required. This study aimed to obtain feedback, via semi-structured interviews, from a group of 11 Malaysian university students who participated in an AAC training program about their experiences participating in and the effectiveness of the training program. Three themes were derived from qualitative content analysis of the interviews: (a)Time Demands, (b) Generalizing the use of AAC, and (c) Learning Required When Introducing AAC. The participants reported that they obtained better insights into the role of SLPs and communication partners with regards to AAC, as well as the struggles they faced. Students also reported increased confidence when working with individuals who use AAC after participating in the training program, thus supporting the need for similar training programs in the future.
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ISSN:	0743-4618 1477-3848
DOI:	10.1080/07434618.2022.2141135