Examines evaluation and intervention strategies for individuals with severe communication impairments, both acquired and developmental. Provides a framework for clinical decision-making and an overview of multi-modal communication strategies, including the use of high technology devices and software, as well as low technology approaches incorporating books, boards, and picture exchanges. Prerequisite: either SPHSC 529; SPHSC 531; SPHSC 532; and SPHSC 536, or permission of instructor. Offered: S.