What is Augmentative and Alternative Communication?
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is a way to support a child’s communication when they have difficulty speaking. AAC can be:
- High-tech (such as a speech generating device (SGD) that talks for the child)
- Low-tech (such as simple pictures or writing)
- No-tech (such as sign language)
Who should use AAC?
AAC may help any child who has trouble speaking. Some children who use AAC to communicate may not be able to talk at all. Other AAC users may be able to talk but are hard to understand.
What can I do to help my child?
A speech-language pathologist can evaluate and treat children who use AAC. If you have questions about whether your child may benefit from AAC, please discuss them with your child’s speech-language pathologist.
