A Smarter , More Effective Approach to Assessing and Programming for Learners using a Function-Based Tool that Continues to Work on Communication Needs

When it comes to teaching functional life skills to learners with autism and other developmental disabilities, not all assessment tools are created equal. While AFLS offers a broad checklist of functional skills, the EFL App (Essential for Living) goes deeper — providing a comprehensive, user-friendly, and outcome-driven approach tailored for individuals with limited communication, challenging behavior, or complex needs.

With a modern digital interface, real-time progress tracking, and a core emphasis on functional communication, problem behavior reduction, and quality of life, the EFL App gives educators, therapists, and caregivers the clarity and structure they need to make meaningful progress — every day.

If you're looking for more than just a checklist, and want a tool that prioritizes what truly matters, EFL is the better fit.

Side-by-Side Feature Comparison

Let’s explore why more professionals are switching to EFL
App over AFLS Online:

Feature
Highlights “Must Have” Skills
Tracks small increments of progress
Has a heavy emphasis on communication And finding a method of speaking that Will last a lifetime
Generalization is part of every skill
Specific Domain for Tolerating Skills
Cost Effective and Scalable
HIPAA Compliant
Checklist of Skills
Teaching Protocols

Advanced features than AFLs

EFL App offers more features than AFLs

Unlike Afls, which is primarily a skill-based checklist, EFL App focuses on functional communication and everyday life skills. It aligns with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles but takes it a step further by helping individuals achieve meaningful independence.

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Intuitive dashboard for seamless navigation.

EFL App side bar guides users through the steps of completing a Quick Assessment, deciding if an Alternative Method of Speaking (AMS) is needed, and then suggesting possible skills to assess further from the 1000+ EFL Skills available

Add…”to simplify a deep drive analysis of a learner’s progress through the curriculum”

Provides clear guidance for skill generalization

Cloud-based storage – access your data anywhere, anytime.

Automated data entry & real-time progress tracking

Personalized Learning & Intervention

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How EFL App Guides Learning:

Suggested skills to assess further based on quick assessment
Easy access to all EFL skills that are divided up by Must Have, Should Have, Good to Have, and Nice to Have Skills
After skills are mastered or even progress is made on a specific skill, grids are automatically updated, saving time to spend on which skills to work on next

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Why Choose EFL App

Liz and Steve Maher, the owners of DataMTD, have not only seen the benefits of developing programs based on Essential for Living in public school systems, private agencies, and residential homes, but they have also seen the change personally in their daughter, Sarah, when they switched over to EFL to guide her instruction. Sarah is now 29 years old and was diagnosed with Autism just before she turned 3. Very quickly Steve and Liz realized that using the science of ABA to break down skills and to reinforce progress was highly effective. When Sarah became older, they realized that teaching academic skills was not what Sarah needed.

She was struggling to accept no, wait, tolerate and be co-operative: unfortunately, all skills needed for a happy and productive life! Accepting No is hard but we all have to do it at times. When Dr McGreevy and Troy Fry came out with EFL, Steve and Liz immediately embraced this assessment and curriculum as the missing piece for Sarah. Using its skills and focusing on those Must Have skills have resulted in all members of the family, and most importantly Sarah, being just happier!

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Frequently Asked Questions About Subscription

1. How Much Does the EFL App Cost?

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The EFL App is an annual subscription with the cost based on the number of Learner Subscriptions purchased. At the end of your subscription period, you will be able to add or remove subscriptions to fit your needs. Additional subscriptions can be purchased at any time.

2. How to Purchase Using a Purchase Order?

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3. How to Set Up an Organization?

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4. How to Set Up an Organization?

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5. How to Authorize a Co-Administrator?

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