Carr and Durand (1985) introduced FCT as treatment for the problem behavior of 4 children with developmental disabilities.

Who Is FCT used for?

Functional Communication Training (FCT) is therapy for autistic children. It aims to replace difficult behaviour with more appropriate communication that achieves the same thing. The therapy might focus on verbal communication, or it might include signing, pictures or speech generating devices.

Is functional communication training evidence-based?

Functional communication training meets the evidence-based practice criteria with 12 single case design studies. The practice has been effective with learners in preschool (3-5 years) to high school learners (15-22 years).