Factsheet on augmentive and alternative communication (AAC)
AAC Policy: A guide to developing an effective AAC policy in education settings
A guide for education settings developing or updating policy on augmentative and alternative communication. It updates Ace Centre’s earlier school policy guidance for the education context in England and draws on professional and partner-school contributions. The resource supports planning for the inclusion of learners who use AAC.
Details
Publisher Name:
Ace Centre
Publisher Website:
https://acecentre.org.uk
Languages:
English
AT Category Focus:
Communication
Categories:
Clinical practice guideline
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