"Beneficial topics were executive function abilities in strategy usage, assessment tools, informal vs formal observations, and patients that are often missed." R.A. (Sep. 2024)

"The need to assess cognition with aphasia was beneficial. I liked the ease of information provided." R.K. (Sep. 2024)

"Specific tests to use to assess cognition with someone who also has aphasia. The organization of the four parts was great." A.B. (Sep. 2024)

"This course offers very useful information which is important for optimum treatment planning and measurement of progress and is valuable information for all speech/language therapists who work with pt's with Aphasia and/or other neuro disorders." B.L. (Sep. 2024)

"I enjoyed learning about the assessments and screens that I can use in the home health setting. I liked breaking down the various tests and which sections to use for global aphasia." H.K. (Aug. 2024)

"Overview of cognitive tests was helpful. I liked the level of this course - appropriately challenging." S.L. (Aug. 2024)

"Provided cognitive assessments you can use with individuals with aphasia." M.H. (Jul. 2024)

"Talking about the assessments was helpful, and I liked that I could do the course anytime I wanted." C.S. (May. 2024)

"It was helpful to discuss when to start cognitive assessment for the patients. I enjoyed the scientific content with excellent examples." H.S. (May. 2024)

"Assessment discussion was beneficial. I liked the ease of use of the course." R.H. (May. 2024)

"The test review and case examples were helpful. I enjoyed the clear communication of the instructor." H.J. (Apr. 2024)

"Testing materials suggested for assessing cognition in the language-impaired patient population was beneficial. I liked the presentation and thorough slides." S.M. (Mar. 2024)

"Discussing treatment was helpful." R.J. (Mar. 2024)

"It was beneficial to discuss data on individuals missed with informal assessments; and comparisons of the CLQT, SCCAN and the GANBA. I liked the ease of accessibility." C.M. (Feb. 2024)

"The use of formal assessments to look at cognition in aphasics was helpful. Easy to follow course, and I liked the handouts." A.L. (Feb. 2024)

"It was beneficial to discuss the importance of cognitive asst and formal asst tools. I liked all the information on studies related to practical clinical practice." Z.R. (Jan. 2024)

"Defining cognition separate from language and vice versa was beneficial. I liked the visual diagrams." M.P. (Jan. 2024)

"Discussing the importance of assessment selection was helpful." M.S. (Jan. 2024)

"Beneficial discussion of assessment tools. I liked that the course was not too long." B.M. (Jan. 2024)

"This course was beneficial as I am trying to learn more about aphasia practice. The instruction was clear and concise." A.K. (Jan. 2024)

"Specific strengths and weaknesses of various tests were helpful. I liked discussing the other factors in cognitive impairment, such as increased mortality rate, fall risk, etc that should be considered." R.J. (Dec. 2023)

"The review of appropriate cognitive tests for aphasia was beneficial." K.O. (Dec. 2023)

"I liked the cognitive assessment in the context of aphasia. The course was fast-paced." P.A. (Nov. 2023)

"The assessment tools discussed were beneficial. I liked the case studies related to each section of the course." C.H. (Nov. 2023)

"The specific assessment suggestions were helpful. I enjoyed the course slides." A.L. (Nov. 2023)

"Practical applications. The specific testing options were beneficial." K.K. (Nov. 2023)

"Learning the effects of executive functioning on the use of strategies. I liked the idea that we still target cognition even when severe aphasia and with strategies to do so." K.T. (Nov. 2023)

"Discussing the relationship between cognition and language and how to assess cognition by being mindful of non-linguistic tasks was beneficial. I appreciated the layout of course and the building on information." J.A. (Oct. 2023)

"I liked the discussion about lack of formal assessments in hospital settings. The names of test tools were helpful." M.K. (Sep. 2023)

"The various screening and tests of cognition for patients with aphasia was beneficial. I liked the course division into 4 topics, easily digestible information and good pacing and presentation of the speaker." J.D. (Aug. 2023)

"Learning which test to use with my patients with aphasia and more about those specific tests was helpful. This course was organized well and thorough with great examples for easy understanding and application on my part." J.H. (Aug. 2023)

"I liked the various tests reviewed, what they measure, and what pt dx they may be useful for." J.M. (Aug. 2023)

"This course was easy to follow with good case scenarios. Choosing appropriate cognitive tests based on aphasia severity was beneficial to discuss." B.N. (Jul. 2023)

"I liked the testing suggestions. The course was organized and thorough." K.K. (Jun. 2023)

"I liked the presenter's case studies. Very real-life experiences. Addressing cognition in aphasia was beneficial." D.F. (May 2023)

"The assessment tests were beneficial." G.A. (Apr. 2023)

"Practical clinical advice. I liked the breakdown into 4 clear sections. And the impacts of cog ax on choice of some therapy we could consider." J.G. (Mar. 2023)

"Learning importance of assessing cognition with individuals with aphasia. I liked that I could complete course at my own pace." P.D. (Jan. 2023)

"I found the discussion of the different assessment tools to be most beneficial." A.W. (Jan. 2023)

"I liked the information on tests for cognition that work with PWA." A.S. (Dec. 2022)

"Great presentation, enjoyed the presenter's examples. Understanding the importance of assessment of both aphasia and cognition." L.M. (Dec. 2022)

"I found the information pertaining to the progressive diseases and TBIs to be most helpful. I liked that course was broken down into four separate parts." M.P. (Nov. 2022)

"Learning the specific tests that are helpful in assessing cognition when aphasia is a concern. I liked that this course was broken up into smaller sections." A.P. (Nov. 2022)

"Good examples and review of assessment tools. I liked the breakdown of the course content." K.B. (Sept. 2022)

"I liked the explanations on specific tests and subtests that look at specific areas of interest. And explanation as to how data from those subtests could be interpreted, and important information to glean from them." B.R. (Aug. 2022)

"I liked that the course handouts included large print of specific charts from other texts for further reference and ease of reading. Breaking course into several "chunks" to allow for good break points was appreciated." B.R. (Aug. 2022)

"I liked learning about the tests that are available. The course was cost effective." C.D. (Jul. 2022)

"Learning how to evaluate extralinguistic cognitive skills in aphasia was helpful. And I liked the pacing of the course." M.D. (Jun. 2022)

"I like how it was broken up into sections and the information on different assessments." A.C. (Jun. 2022)

"I liked the discussion of EF and treatment strategies. The case studies made it "real world" and understandable....and memorable!" M.K. (Apr. 2022)

"The speaker was clear and efficient. Related the topic to everyday practice. The importance of formal testing and not just clinical observation." J.L. (Apr. 2022)

"The names of tests and treatments were beneficial, and the course was based on real-world practice." R.G. (Mar. 2022)

"The course was informative. I liked the data regarding informal screening vs formal exam discrepancies in capturing domains of skill. And review of specific exams recommended for cognition." C.P. (Mar. 2022)

"Discussion about testing for aphasia to determine presence of cognitive deficits was beneficial – reviewing the most clinically appropriate tests for severe aphasia cases." L.S. (Feb. 2022)

"I liked the data supporting cognitive testing with all stroke patients / patients with aphasia, and the overview of the different assessment tools, including the battery for patients with severe aphasia." J.M. (Jan 2022)

"All of this information was relevant and also a good review for anyone working with stroke survivors. The presentation was clear, concise and informative. Excellent presenter." J.K. (Jan 2022)

1. Describe the considerations for assessing cognition in the presence of aphasia.
2. Identify one long-term risk of cognitive impairment.
3. Describe best practice guidelines for when cognitive abilities should be assessed.
4. List three cognitive assessment tools that are appropriate for assessing cognition in aphasia.

This program is offered for 0.2 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate Level; Professional Area).

ASHA CEUs: NSS online courses are registered with ASHA and are offered for ASHA CEUs. The number of ASHA CEUs is noted above. Note that 0.1 ASHA CEU = 1 contact hour = equals 1 CEE.

ASHA CEUs: Attendees must meet at least one of the following conditions in order to be eligible to earn ASHA CEUs:

• Current ASHA Member
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) Holder
• Licensed by a state or provincial regulatory agency to practice speech-language pathology (SLP) or audiology
• Credentialed by a state regulatory agency to practice SLP or audiology
• Credentialed by a national regulatory agency to practice SLP or audiology
• Engaged in a Clinical Fellowship under the supervision of an individual with their ASHA CCC
• Currently enrolled in a master's or doctoral program in SLP or audiology

If an attendee is not an ASHA member or CCC holder but meets any of the above criteria, they may inform the ASHA CE Registry of their eligibility by visiting this site.