Developmental Evaluation Ages 1-4
Evaluation for developmental delays and autism is available at RWJBarnabas
Health. Children ages 12 to 48 months are evaluated by licensed medical
professionals using standardized assessment measures.
It is important to observe a child’s early developmental milestones such as sitting, walking, language and behavior. Every child develops at his or her own pace, but sometimes certain areas of a child’s development are delayed. It is helpful for parents of young children to understand major developmental milestones to monitor as the child is growing.
The M-CHAT-R™ is a parent completed questionnaire consisting of twenty items designed to screen for autism spectrum disorders in toddlers (i.e., between sixteen and 30 months). A parent can complete the items independently. Screening positive on the M-CHAT-R suggests need for further follow up to determine if the child may be at risk for autism spectrum disorder. Another helpful questionnaire that parents can complete prior to their evaluation is the NICHQ Vanderbilt assessment scale.
Click here to download the M-CHAT form in English
Click here to download the M-CHAT form in Spanish
Click here to download the NICHQ Vanderbilt assessment scale form for parents - English
Click here to download the NICHQ Vanderbilt assessment follow up form for
parents - English
Click here to download the NICHQ Vanderbilt assessment scale form for parents - Spanish
Click here to download the NICHQ Vanderbilt assessment follow up form for
parents - Spanish
Click here to download the NICHQ Vanderbilt assessment scale form for teachers - English
Click here to download the NICHQ Vanderbilt assessment follow up form for
teachers - English
Parents should take the time to talk to their child’s doctor or nurse if they have questions about their child’s developmental milestones.
If you are concerned about your child’s development, contact a developmental/behavioral pediatric specialist.