Independent AAC services and charities also carry out assessments. Many professionals working independently are members of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and/or the Association of Speech and Language Therapists in Independent Practice.
Generally, you will need to pay for assessment yourself if you choose to go private.
How Assessment Services are Organised in the UK
Services, support and funding arrangements vary across the UK
England
Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) are responsible for providing most local health services. A few specialised services, including “specialist AAC” services, are commissioned directly by NHS England – the new organisation appointed by the Government to oversee the commissioning of all health services.
Lists
- List of Specialised AAC Services
- Find your nearest Specialised AAC Service by Postcode
- Find your nearest Specialised AAC Service on the Map
- List of Local AAC Assessment Services serving England
Information
Scotland
In 2012, the ‘A Right to Speak’ report was commissioned by the Scottish Government. It contained a number of recommendations which aimed to improve provision and care for individuals who use AAC in Scotland. In 2016, legislation was passed by the Scottish Government which entitled people with communication difficulties to be provided with communication equipment and support. NHS Boards and Integration Joint Boards in Scotland are obligated to fulfil this legislation.
Communication Matters is the working name of ISAAC (UK)
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