DTA Schools

We offer three tiers of support to help you manage your student AAC devices, from a simple handout guideline to comprehensive management of all functions. Look to see what works for you! 

• ‍Basic Resource Level: District personnel manage AAC applications, iPads, devices independently. Our team supports through referrals to appropriate manufacturers and consultants. Free to all contracted districts. ‍
• Initialization and Training Level: Our team assists in the setup of district data collection and maintenance twice annually to include updating student devices, backing up systems and preparing equipment to be released to students upon graduation as appropriate. **Cost: $100/device plus travel as needed. Travel is typically 1-3 visits depending on the size of the district. ** ‍
• Initialization and Training + Troubleshooting Level: DTA assists in equipment management as above and also supports device troubleshooting and interaction with manufacturers, including assistance in funding repairs via insurance/Medicaid.

**Cost: $150/device plus travel as needed.

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On-site classroom visit, AAC solution trials, family and team involvement, funding support as needed, initial customization of AAC solutions and implementation planning. 

AAC Assessments: 

• Initial family and school team surveys and educational record review 
• On-site AAC Skills Assessment with a variety of equipment and AAC applications 
• School record report of the advanced consultation findings with at least three suggestions for the team. 
• AAC (Speech Generating Device) Evaluation Report as needed for SGD funding for insurance or Medicaid. 
• SGD Funding documentation support and submission to manufacturers. 

AAC Deployment & Implementation Plan: 

• Initial customization of SGD or AAC Application 
• Delivery of system with technical training for staff and family 
• Development of AAC Notebook and Implementation Plan
• Team Planning Meeting for AAC Notebook and Implementation Plan 
• Team teaching, coaching or modeling on-site (additional hours required) 

Cost: $1500-$2000 per student, variable based on complexity of case. Invoiced per hour at $100/hr. 

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Our Live Large Group Training sessions offer traditional workshops, typically lasting 3-6 hours, provided on- site or virtually.

These sessions feature multimedia presentations, hands-on activities, and small group discussions.

The topics covered include AAC-focused and special education strategies, tools, and concepts.

This training is designed for self-contained teachers and therapists, with a focus on enhancing the academic environment.

Our comprehensive approach ensures that participants gain practical knowledge and skills to effectively support students with special communication and educational needs. 

Cost: $1200-3800 per day based on travel expenses

Call for a quote. 

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Our Communication Focus Classrooms program is one of our most successful solutions for enhancing classroom communication practices. We assist teachers in achieving their self-determined classroom goals for implementing best practice communication supports. This comprehensive service includes: 

• A Communication Needs Assessment on-site visit to evaluate and identify needs in a low-pressure environment. (travel additional) 
• A 30-minute Planning Meeting to set self-selected teacher goals and explore potential solutions with a DTA Schools Consultant and Vicki. 
• Monthly 30-Minute Touchpoint Teleconference Consultations (10) for teachers to discuss progress, share concerns, and determine further needs for materials and consultation. 
• 1.5 hours per month of consultant time dedicated to creating and delivering materials, co-teaching, and providing additional support to teachers as logistics allow. 

Cost: $2300 per classroom, including all the above components (travel additional)

The Classroom Communication Journey is a comprehensive Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) training program designed for special education teachers and therapists. This innovative program combines short, efficient (30-45 min) "just in time" live virtual trainings based on single tools or instructional strategies that can be implemented immediately in the classroom. Along with these trainings, supportive resources ensure sustained progress. Participants will engage in modules focusing on critical aspects of AAC implementation, interactive monthly checkpoint trainings, and receive mid-month emails packed with resources and action items. The program is structured into three levels: Exploration, Application, and Discovery, each tailored to specific professional roles and needs, ensuring effective communication strategies are embedded into classroom routines for students with complex communication needs. Over 68 Mini- Sessions to choose from! 

Cost: $400/Monthly Mini-Training (2-15 participants), $1600 per group for 4 session excursion, interactive workbook, follow communication and resource sharing.

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