The types of assessments provided are as follows:
Diagnostic Assessment - This type of assessment is done to determine if the individual meets the criteria for an Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as possible accompanying mental health and learning disorders such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Intellectual Disability, and Learning Skill Disorders. These types of diagnoses are often necessary to obtained needed supports from schools and other community agencies.
Strength Needs Assessment - This type of assessment helps determine the person's areas of strength and need. Areas assessed include cognitive/intellectual skills, adaptive skills, independent behavior, social skills, and emotion regulation ability. This type of assessment is typically used for educational planning, career/vocational training, transition planning, and determination of support services.
Comprehensive Assessment - This type of assessment is a combination of the diagnostic and strength needs assessment and is the most helpful when the person is first being diagnosed and during major transition periods. For example, when a person diagnosed with an ASD turns 18 they often need a cofirmation of their diagnosis to continue to receive support services, but may also need an update of current functioning to determine what type of support or services they may need as an adult.
Diagnostic Assessment - This type of assessment is done to determine if the individual meets the criteria for an Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as possible accompanying mental health and learning disorders such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Intellectual Disability, and Learning Skill Disorders. These types of diagnoses are often necessary to obtained needed supports from schools and other community agencies.
Strength Needs Assessment - This type of assessment helps determine the person's areas of strength and need. Areas assessed include cognitive/intellectual skills, adaptive skills, independent behavior, social skills, and emotion regulation ability. This type of assessment is typically used for educational planning, career/vocational training, transition planning, and determination of support services.
Comprehensive Assessment - This type of assessment is a combination of the diagnostic and strength needs assessment and is the most helpful when the person is first being diagnosed and during major transition periods. For example, when a person diagnosed with an ASD turns 18 they often need a cofirmation of their diagnosis to continue to receive support services, but may also need an update of current functioning to determine what type of support or services they may need as an adult.