Giving voice to
everyone's own journey.
The mission of Communication Technology Education Center (CTEC) is to connect people of all abilities through AAC.
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Communication Technology Education Center (CTEC) is a
program of the Supported Life Institute.
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CTEC is a place to…
- See, touch, and try out AAC technology, from light tech to high tech.
- Connect with others.
- Get assistance with the assessment, trial, and funding process.
- Learn how to use new technology.
- Have consumers, family members, and professionals get the support they need to make appropriate technology decisions.
Sometimes Jamie's health and mobility issues may prevent him from getting out in the community but his Assistive Technology keeps him connected with the world. Jaime has used his a Tobii communication system for several years. Previously he used a… Read More
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CTEC News ALert CTEC is HIRING!
Speech-Language Pathologist
Communication Technology Education Center (CTEC), a program of Supported Life Institute, is Northern California’s leader in “Augmentative and Alternative Communication” (AAC).… Read More
Upcoming CTEC Events & Activities
AAC user social group - Mentoring individuals to communicate on their own with support, friendship, leadership and good examples. Meeting will be held in-person at: Orangevale Public Library 8820 Greenback Ln Orangevale, CA 95662
Read More About This Event…Earn Your STAR Certification!
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Learn how to better support individuals with communication needs by viewing our video training library.
Watch the Videos and Earn Your Certificate of Completion!![Graphic of photos with people using AAC devices with a comic book style. Graphic of photos with people using AAC devices with a comic book style.](home/images/photo-comic-style-boxes.png)
AAC = Augmentative &
Alternative
Communication
What is AAC…
Our thanks to the following organizations
for their financial support:
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![Logo of Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation. Logo of Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation.](home/images/logo-funder-yocha-dehe-wintun-nation.png)
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