National Conference FAQ

The 2026 Apraxia Kids National Conference will be held in Pittsburgh, PA on July 9-11.

Recorded sessions will be available beginning July 1st through August 31st.

If you completed Early Bird Registration, you should receive your code to go in and select your sessions when full registration opens.

What is the price to attend the National Conference?
  • Parents/Caregivers/Community Members: $340
  • Professionals $420
  • Professional Group Rate (3 or more from the same business) $350
  • Students $300 (undergraduate or graduate students studying communication disorders, audiology, hearing)
  • Virtual Recordings ONLY Registration $125
Will there be any recordings of conference sessions available from the National Conference?

Yes, there will be a select set of pre-recordings that will be available virtually to all In-Person Conference attendees at no additional cost. These recordings will be available beginning July 1st through August 31st. If you are unable to attend the In-Person National Conference, you may register for access to the pre-recorded sessions. The link for accessing the recordings will be sent out a couple of days prior to July 1st to everyone registered for either the in-person or the virtual conference. 

  • Virtual Recordings ONLY registration $125
At what hotel will the conference be located?

The 2026 National Conference will take place at The Sheraton Station Square in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.    We encourage you to book your hotel once you have registered as rooms are limited at our group rate of $199 per night (parking is NOT included).  

Block Start Date: Wednesday, July 08, 2026

Block End Date: Sunday, July 12, 2026

Book your group rate for Apraxia Kids Conference 2026

Last Day to Book is Wednesday, June 10, 2026

If you will be parking a car at the Sheraton, upon entry pull a ticket from either the parking garage across the street or the open air lot beside the hotel and bring that ticket to the Front Desk by 11:59pm on the day of arrival for re-programming to allow in/out privileges without additional fees during the duration of your stay. Parking rates are currently $34/vehicle/night.

When are speakers announced?

The full schedule and registration information is available by clicking the link below:  

https://www.apraxia-kids.org/apraxia-kids-national-conference/

Is there a Pre-conference session?

Yes, there will be two half day Pre-conference sessions for professionals. The morning session is by Dr. Jenya Iuzinni Seigel and Dr. Kristen Alison and will be on ear training for differentiating dysarthria and CAS characteristics and include use of the ProCAD. The afternoon session will be by Dr. Trica McCabe and will be a very hands-on workshop on how to start using ReST.  SLPs can attend either the morning or afternoon session for $55.00 each (includes the meal prior to the session starting) or both sessions for $100.00 (includes both breakfast and lunch). ASHA CEUs will be available for both sessions. 

 

Time Title Cost
8:00 am – 12:00 pm Pre- Conference 001 Clinical Tutorial and Ear Training to Support Differential Diagnosis of CAS and Dysarthria $55.00 (includes breakfast 8:00-9:00 am)
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Pre- Conference 002 Rapid Syllable Transition Treatment (ReST) – Jumpstart your practice $55.00 (includes lunch 12:00-1:00 pm)
8:00 am – 4:00 pm Both Preconference sessions 001 and 002 $100.00 (includes breakfast and lunch)
Is there an opportunity for parents to meet each other and learn about the conference?

Yes, we will offer a pre-conference session just for parents on Thursday, July 9th at 2:00 p.m.  Join us for an introductory discussion about CAS, learn about all of the programs and services offered by Apraxia Kids and meet some new friends before the conference kicks off later that day.

What is the baseball event at PNC Park on Friday, July 10th?

Apraxia Kids has secured a block of tickets for the Pittsburgh Pirates game vs. the Milwaukee Brewers .  The game begins at 6:40 p.m. at PNC Park.   In addition to a great night of baseball, there will also be  fireworks following the game. 

Is there an additional fee for the Pirates Baseball Game?

Yes, tickets are $32.00 a person and they are  non-refundable.  Ticket price includes a $5.00 coupon for food at the ballpark.

How can I get to the Pirates ball game?

Getting to the ballpark from the hotel is easy. You can walk across the bridge to the First Side T-Station, taking the subway to the ballpark free of charge. You can uber or drive to the ballpark or you can take the Gateway Clipper boat which is right near the hotel. Parking at the ballpark or taking the Gateway Clipper does come with an additional fee. We will have additional details at the conference on these options. 

Can I order a t-shirt for the National Conference?

The deadline for ordering the official 2026 National Conference T-Shirt is May 20, 2026 as part of registration.  We will have a limited supply available at the in-person conference for sale if you do not order one before the May 20th deadline. The cost for the shirt will be $20.00

When is the deadline to register for the conference?

Registration for the National Conference will close on June 26.  We encourage you to register at your earliest convenience as we anticipate a sell out crowd.

Do I have to register and pay to attend the conference?

Yes. Conference registration is required in order to attend conference sessions and events associated with the National Conference. Your registration includes all sessions, the opening reception Thursday evening along with breakfast and lunch Friday and Saturday.

Why do I have to pay to attend?

Registration fees help pay for the costs associated with a conference of this scale, including providing necessary spaces, breakfast and lunch for registrants, and offering the highest caliber of speakers. We have surveyed other similar conferences and our registration fees are relatively modest compared with other large national conferences. Feedback from previous conferences tells us that many parents and professionals found it well worth the cost for what they had learned.

Do I need to choose which individual sessions to attend at the in-person conference?

Yes. Seat availability for each session is limited, so all in-person attendees need to choose what sessions they want to attend. Please visit https://www.apraxia-kids.org/apraxia-kids-national-conference/ to view the conference session descriptions and presenter bios to choose sessions prior to registering.

When and how will I need to choose my sessions?

Registration is now open. When you register, you will need to choose which sessions you will attend. Prior to registering, please look at the complete conference schedule with session descriptions and speaker bios by clicking the link below:  https://www.apraxia-kids.org/apraxia-kids-national-conference/

Am I able to switch sessions after I complete my registration?

If you wish to change your session choices for the conference after you have completed registration, please email nationalconference@apraxia-kids.org for more information.

What do I do if I am really interested in a session that is full?

If you would like to be added to a waitlist for a session that is currently full, please email nationalconference@apraxia-kids.org.

Which meals are included in my registration?

You will receive breakfast and lunch on Friday and Saturday as part of your registration.  We will do our best to accommodate dietary restrictions.

Does the registration fee cover more than one person’s attendance?

Each registration is for one person. One possibility for parents/caregivers is to share one nametag. In other words, you and your partner can take turns attending sessions by trading off a shared nametag. You would not be able to attend together since an official nametag is required to enter conference session rooms.

If my partner and I are sharing a nametag, can we both attend breakfast & lunch?

No. Meals are associated with a nametag and cannot be shared. You must have your shared nametag on in order to enter the dining area.

Are group rates available for professionals?

Yes, group rates are available! You can register for a group rate here with groups of 3 or more professionals who are within the same agency, practice, or school district. Please note that all tickets must be purchased in one transaction for the whole group. A code will be distributed to the purchaser so that each professional can go online and register themselves.

Is there a group rate for accessing the virtual recordings?

Yes, virtual group rates are available! You can register for a group rate here with groups of 3 or more professionals who are within the same agency, practice, or school district.

Does my registration include travel and hotel costs?

The conference registration includes your admission to the conference sessions, access to conference materials, an opening reception, and breakfast & lunch for two days. You must make and pay for your own hotel reservations and travel arrangements.

Can conference sessions be livestreamed during the conference?

No. Apraxia Kids does not have the financial resources to be able to livestream sessions as they are happening. We rely on speakers to volunteer their time to provide a pre-recording of their session before the conference to make some in-person sessions available to virtual attendees.

Can my children attend with me?

The National Conference is primarily designed to be an educational event for families and professionals.  Some families opt to bring their children. Children are also invited to attend the Pirates Game Friday evening. Apraxia Kids is working to offer a family fun activity on Friday after the last session with more details to come. Apraxia Kids also understands the difficulty of arranging for childcare for children with special needs, but unfortunately, children are not permitted to attend conference sessions so that parents and professionals may focus on what is being taught. The only exceptions are nursing infants under one year of age. However, if an infant begins to fuss or cry, it is expected that the caregiver will take the infant out of the conference session until they are  quiet again. Parents of infants who do not follow this guideline will be asked to leave the conference session so as not to be disruptive to others.

Can I have my child evaluated at the conference?

Unfortunately, there is not an opportunity for evaluations at our conference. You can visit our searchable  Speech-Language Pathologist Directory (https://www.apraxia-kids.org/search-directory) to find a specialist near you who could conduct an evaluation.

What is the SLP-Is-In Booth?

The SLP-Is-In Booth provides an opportunity for parents and therapists to get advice and guidance from an apraxia specialist during scheduled times at the National Conference. Details regarding sign-up will be shared in June to all registered participants.

Are there other ways to discuss apraxia-related topics if there is no session on a topic?

On Friday and Saturday, we will set up “topic tables” during lunch time. Each table will be marked with a sign indicating a specific topic that registrants might like to discuss. You can then choose a table and discuss the topic with others who are also interested in that particular subject. Apraxia Kids appreciates hearing any feedback you may have on sessions you would like to see at future conferences.

How will I receive handouts?

Prior to the conference, participants will receive an email with a link to download the handouts. It is the participant’s responsibility to bring handouts to the conference, either printed or in electronic format. Printing may not be available at the hotel, so arrangements should be made prior to traveling.

Will continuing education credits be available for members of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) who attend the conference?

Yes. Provided participants comply with all requirements, ASHA members are eligible for Apraxia Kids to file their ASHA CEUs for attending the conference based on the sessions attended both in-person and virtually. Professionals need to provide their ASHA number during registration and will need to complete online surveys for each session attended for both in- person and online sessions. CEUs will be filed with ASHA within 45 days of the end of the conference (mid October). A Certificate of Attendance for the in-person conference will be available for those who track their own CEUs after the conference has ended. Certificates of Attendance will also be available for download when you complete the survey for each virtual session. 

Can I receive continuing education credits for a professional organization that is not ASHA?

It depends. All attendees of the conference will receive a Certificate of Attendance. Several professional organizations other than ASHA will accept certificates of attendance from Apraxia Kids as proof of attendance and will offer continuing education credits to its members. You will have to check with your own professional organization in order to determine if this applies to you.

How can I best prepare for attending my first Apraxia Kids conference?

We recommend watching the following 3 videos to familiarize yourself with basic information and terminology that you might hear at the conference.  

Bring a notebook, comfortable shoes, water bottle, and sweater/jacket to wear inside the hotel. Get involved by talking to other families/professionals during meals, sign up for the SLP-Is-In Booth, or join a topic table during lunch times to meet others.

I would like to donate to support the mission of Apraxia Kids. How can I do that?

Please click here to make a donation to Apraxia Kids.

I would like to become more involved/volunteer at the conference. How can I connect with someone from the organization?

Please email nationalconference@apraxia-kids.org or contact our office at 412-785-7072.

What is the refund policy for the 2026 Conference?

The deadline for ordering the official 2026 National Conference T-Shirt is May 20, 2026 as part of registration. We will have a limited supply available at the in-person conference for sale if you do not order one before the May 20th deadline.

If you find that you cannot attend the conference after registering, please note our refund policy below. 

  • A full refund will be provided until April 30, 2026 except for a t-shirt and Pirate Tickets. 
  • Partial Refunds will be provided May 1  –  May 31.
    • Conference registration less a $50 processing fee for all registration levels.  T-Shirts and Pirate Tickets are non-refundable. 
  • No refunds will be provided after May 31, 2026. In-person registrants will receive access to the Virtual recordings.

Don’t see your question in our FAQ, please email nationalconference@apraxia-kids.org.

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