functional capacity assessment
A functional capacity assessment is a systematic approach that helps identify and understand the form, context and function of the behaviour. It aims to define behaviour in specific, observable and measurable terms. It helps to determine what aspects of the environment or situation contribute towards the behaviour and identify the consequences which maintain the behaviour. The assessment also provides recommendations for supports.
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Interview - 1 hour
The Interview collects extensive developmental history, background information and learning history.
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Child observation – 1 hour
This provides an opportunity to collect information about the child’s current development and social interactions.
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Additional assessments – WHO Disability Assessment Schedule 2.0 (WHODAS 2.0); Sensory Profile 2 - 1 hour
The WHODAS 2.0 is a generic assessment instrument for health and disability. It assesses function across domains of cognition, mobility, self-care, getting along, life activities, and participation.
The Sensory Profile 2 is a standardised tool to help evaluate a child’s sensory processing patterns in the context of everyday life. It helps to determine how sensory processing may be contributing or interfering with the child’s participation in activities.
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Adaptive behaviour assessment using the Vineland-3 or ABAS-3 - 2 hours
The Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, 3rd Edition (Vineland-3) is a standardised assessment tool to measure adaptive behaviour and support the diagnosis of intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism and developmental delays.
The Adaptive Behaviour Assessment System, 3rd edition (ABAS-3) measures adaptive behaviour and is particularly useful for evaluating those with developmental delays, autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, learning disabilities, neuropsychological disorders, and sensory or physical impairments.
Total Time: 10 hours includes assessment sessions, screening questionnaires, review of all relevant information, report writing time and feedback.
Cost: $2300.
A feedback session follows assessment and the assessment report is provided. The assessment report can be provided to relevant professionals by the family.