Augmentative Devices in an IEP

As I have talked about in earlier posts an IEP is an important part of getting AT for students. An IEP contains the type of modifications a student needs, the type of AT the student will use, and when the student needs the AT. For students who cannot speak augmentative communication devices can help. The IEP will include the use of the augmentative communication device in helping the student succeed in their academic environment. It is important to remember that the communication device is not an IEP goal in itself but only a means to accomplish the goal. This is important to remember with any type of AT.