Switch Skills 1
Est. $40–$90, see price history
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What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026
Switch Skills 1 is a Windows program of simple games that teach a learner to press a switch at the right moment. In Racing Cars, Gorilla, Soccer Shoot and Catch the Crocs, the press has to match what's on screen. Monster House gives an early taste of scanning. The graphics are bright and the activities give audio feedback, so it can suit learners with low vision. It tracks performance and lets you raise the difficulty as skills grow, which makes it a good next step for someone who already presses a switch and is ready to work on timing and control. You'll need a switch that connects to your computer. An OT, SLP or teacher can help choose the right switch, placement and difficulty settings.
Getting it
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Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.
Where to get it
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Details
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What setup looks like
- Out of the box
Install the program on a Windows computer once it arrives by email, which the vendor says takes 2-3 working days. - With a guide
- Connect the learner's switch to the computer, usually through a switch interface, and test that a press works in the first activity.
- Start with an easier activity and set the difficulty to match the learner's current skill, then raise it as they improve (about 30 minutes to get comfortable). See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
- With professional help
An OT, SLP or special education teacher can help pick the best switch and position it so the learner can press it reliably. They can also choose which activities and difficulty levels to start with and read the progress statistics (a short session, then check-ins as the learner progresses).
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Inclusive Technology — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked October 26, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.