FC is one method of AAC that a person might use to communicate. FC is like other methods of AAC
in the following ways:
- The use of FC is part of a total communication approach where it is used alongside other AAC strategies and expands the range of expression that a person has.
- The goals of FC are the same as other methods of AAC - to increase a person’s ability to participate in all areas of community life, have meaningful social interactions with others and make choices and decisions about things in their life.
- The principles of the Presumption of Competence and the Right to Communicate guide the work of communication partners/facilitators.
- The role of communication partners is critical to the success of a person’s use of FC. Communication partners are often referred to as facilitators when supporting a person who uses FC.
