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.
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.
Frank has used AAC devices for many years. Now he has the ability to communicate with others over email, text messaging and facebook. Frank is learning how to make phone calls with his device. He also loves to play music and control his TV via Infrared… Read More
CTEC News ALert Thank you 2023!!! Welcome 2024...
Thank you to all the generous donors, clients and partners who have supported the CTEC program, and Supported Life Institute as a whole, in 2023. In 2024, we are exploring some exciting grant opportunities, building our agency profile to… Read More
Upcoming CTEC Events & Activities
Get up to speed, or expand your knowledge of Smartbox’s Grid3 in Windows, and how it runs on the variety of speech generating devices. Format includes short topic presentations, interactive discussions, and hands-on time with devices. No prior knowledge required. SLPs, AAC specialists, AT professionals, and device users and their supporters are welcome. Presented virtually via Zoom (Pacific Time).
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