Printable Tiered Communication Cards

Printable tiered communication cards · Visual support for everyday communication · Lanyard-friendly · Instant PDF download

Tiered visual support for everyday communication

These printable tiered communication cards offer a practical way to support communication when speaking is difficult, unavailable or not preferred. The tiered format helps organise communication choices so the most useful cards can be kept together and accessed more easily.

Designed for children, teens and adults who benefit from visual communication, the cards can be used at home, school, healthcare appointments and in the community.

What's included

• Printable tiered communication cards
• Easy-to-download PDF
• Cards designed for use individually or on a lanyard/keyring

Useful for

• Everyday needs, choices and requests
• Situations where speaking feels difficult or unavailable
• Autistic and neurodivergent people
• People with Selective Mutism
• Home, school and community settings

How to prepare the cards

1. Download and print the PDF.
2. Cut around the printed card outlines.
3. Laminate if you would like the cards to be more durable.
4. Hole-punch the cards if required.
5. Attach them to a lanyard, keyring or binder ring for easy access.

The cards can also be used without a lanyard. Choose and organise the cards around the individual's own communication preferences and needs.

Digital product: This is an instant digital download. No physical item will be posted. Print appearance may vary slightly depending on your printer and settings.