AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) systems Voice and fluency intervention techniques Relationship-building with clients and families IEP/IFSP development (school-based settings) Evidence-based practice application Clinical assessment and diagnostic reasoning AAC devices and speech-generating technology Empathy and patience Assistive technology and innovation Flexibility and adaptability across settings Strong verbal and written communication Speech and language evaluation tools Language development and communication sciences Helping children and adults overcome communication barriers Special education programs Public elementary schools Language disorders (receptive and expressive language delays/disorders) Preschool-aged children Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Individuals who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) Social communication/pragmatic language disorders School-aged children Stuttering and fluency disorders Developmental disabilities (e.g., Down syndrome, intellectual disabilities) Speech sound disorders (articulation, phonology)