The Dual Approach of PECS and Colourful Semantics in One Masterclass

We’re excited to present an exclusive PECS and Colourful Semantics Masterclass—designed specifically for Education and NHS professionals who are already trained in both approaches.

This Masterclass is an opportunity to deepen your understanding and enhance your practical integration of two of the most effective visual communication systems used in schools, clinics, and specialist settings.

Why Combine PECS and Colourful Semantics?

PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) is widely recognised for helping non-verbal and minimally verbal children communicate through structured picture exchange. It builds foundational communication skills that foster independence and social interaction.

Colourful Semantics, on the other hand, adds a rich layer of language development. It supports sentence-building and language learning through colour-coded words, helping children progress from single word level to full, meaningful sentences at the spoken and written levels.

Together, these approaches create a structured yet flexible framework that supports both communication initiation and language development—the perfect strategy for children at various stages of expressive language acquisition.

What You'll Learn

In this masterclass, you will:

• Briefly recap the core principles and stages of PECS and Colourful Semantics
• Explore how and when to introduce each system effectively
• Discover how to integrate both approaches to maximise expressive language potential
• Learn practical strategies and troubleshooting tips from experienced practitioners

Who Is This Masterclass For?

This event is strictly for Education and NHS professionals who have:

• Successfully completed formal training in PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System)
• Successfully completed formal training in Colourful Semantics

Certification evidence will be required at registration.

This ensures a shared professional baseline, allowing us to dive deeper into applied strategies.

Why This Masterclass is Different

While both PECS and Colourful Semantics are often taught separately, this training explores how to strategically combine them. This masterclass fills that gap, offering an integrated approach grounded in evidence-based practice.

Join Us!

Whether you're already using one or both approaches, this masterclass will leave you inspired and equipped with practical tools to better support the children you work with.

Let’s build communication from exchange to expression—together.