FUNctional Switching

Access Methods: Switch

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Echo

<p>Please note this is an update of the Ace Centre resource &#8220;Switch Assessment and Planning Framework.&#8221;</p>


Framework for Switch Assessment

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<p>This resource pack offers practical tools to support professionals and people with physical disabilities identify the most effective switch access solutions through a structured process of information gathering, assessment, and action planning. It emphasises person-centred, multidisciplinary assessment and recognises that switch access needs may evolve over time, requiring ongoing review and collaboration.</p>
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TextAloud

SpeakBook

Practical Tips when working with AAC Users who communicate in Languages Other than English

<p><span data-teams="true"><i>Please note: The Microsoft Word template included in the download was designed for use in the desktop app. Using it in the online version of Word may cause formatting issues. There is also a PDF version available. </i></span></p>


Language Questionnaire

<div>The <strong>Language Questionnaire: Understanding the AAC needs of people who communicate in languages other than English</strong> is a practical, conversation‑based tool designed to help professionals gather essential information about a person’s language use, literacy skills, and AAC requirements.  It supports effective assessment for multilingual AAC users of all ages.</div>
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Getting Started with Modelling

Access to paper-based symbol resources when pointing is difficult

Getting Started with Core Words

Communication Partners

Getting Started with Yes/No

<p class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body"><span class="a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">Most people communicate yes or no—by speaking, nodding, or using gestures. But for those with complex needs, it’s not always that easy.</span></p>
<p class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body"><span class="a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">This resource explores ways to teach yes/no responses, including alternatives for those with limited movement. It outlines practical methods such as head movements, eye pointing, switches, and verbal/physical cues, with tips for consistency and modeling across communication partners.</span></p>
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Listener Mediated Scanning Frequency Alphabet Chart Pack

<p>This pack includes eight alphabet chart options and a help sheet to support getting started with the resource. They are all designed to support face-to-face communication for someone who can spell but finds it difficult to point to letters. The letters on these charts are arranged by their frequency of use in English words. These charts are accessed using a method called listener mediated scanning or partner assisted scanning.</p>


Core

Getting Started with Paper-Based Symbol Resources

Getting Started with AAC and Literacy

Express Yourself!

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<p><em>Express Yourself</em> is a practical guide by Deborah Little and Clare Thorn, packed with ideas to support communication, participation and self-expression during circle time for learners who use AAC and Assistive Technology. It also includes a reflective worksheet for class teams to use together, helping them evaluate current practice and identify opportunities to strengthen learner voice and engagement.</p>
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Language Library

Appraising an AAC Resource in a Language You Do Not Speak

<p><span data-teams="true"><i>Please note: The Microsoft Word template included in the download was designed for use in the desktop app. Using it in the online version of Word may cause formatting issues. There is also a PDF version available. </i></span></p>
<p><em>When printing you can choose double-sided and select “flip on short edge” to create a correctly oriented booklet.</em></p>


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<div>This helpsheet was created by a group of AAC Practitioners who work in NHS England Specialised AAC services. It offers practitioner-informed tips to support equitable practice across languages, outlining foundation and enhanced skills as a flexible starting point for ongoing learning and development.</div>
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Alphabet Charts & Books

ABC spelling charts

Alphabet communication book templates

Alphabets you can eye point to

Alphabets you can point to

Charts with the alphabet + some words and phrases to point to

Coded alphabet charts

Encoded alphabet charts

Frequency layout spelling charts

High contrast charts

Letter codes

Listener Mediated Scanning

QWERTY alphabet charts

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