How can ASQ:SE-2 questionnaires be used as a parent education tool?
Each questionnaire discusses social-emotional behaviors and skills tied to the age of the child being screened. In completing and reviewing the questionnaire, parents learn about social-emotional milestones, as well as their own child’s strengths. Parents find it helpful to receive suggested learning activities they c…
We are a home visiting program serving refugee families. Most of the parents don't speak or read English. How can we implement ASQ?
ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2 questionnaires are available in multiple languages ([see a full list][1]). ASQ questionnaires can also be delivered in an interview format with an interpreter that speaks the parents' language. Learn more about [using interpreters][2]. [1]: http://www.agesandstages.com/languages%20 [2]: http:…
Is ASQ-3 parent-friendly?
ASQ-3 questionnaires have been carefully designed to ensure clarity and ease of use for parents. Each questionnaire item is written in simple, straightforward language (at a 4th- to 6th-grade reading level), illustrations are provided when possible, and concrete examples are included. To further enhance parents’ invol…
My daughter scored "perfect" on her ASQ-3 questionnaire at her 9 month appointment, but I'm not sure what that really means. Are there averages to compare?
ASQ-3 questionnaires are designed as a screening tool to check that a child’s development is on track. The questionnaire will “pick up” any concerns about development so the items measure average skills of a child in each age range. The questionnaires do not measure advanced development. A “perfect score” of Yes for …
Our early childhood center has new children start each September. How soon should we use the ASQ with these children?
Your program can use the Ages & Stages Questionnaires as soon as you’d like with children and their parents. Many programs have parents complete the questionnaires at the beginning of the year so the teachers have an idea of the child’s skills. If teachers will be completing the questionnaires, instead of parents, the…
How can ASQ-3 questionnaires be used as a parent education tool?
Each questionnaire discusses developmental activities tied to the age of the child being screened. In completing and reviewing the questionnaire, parents learn about general developmental milestones as well as their own child’s strengths. Parents find it helpful to receive suggested learning activities they can work o…
I am a new director at a child care center, and I am interested in screening all of our children. Would it be best for me to complete the ASQ questionnaires or would it be best for the teachers of the children to complete them?
ASQ was developed and validated as a parent-completed tool, and it is recommended that parents complete the questionnaire. However, a caregiver or teacher who spends at least 20 hours a week with the child may also complete the questionnaires. It is important that the person completing the questionnaire is familiar wi…
How does ASQ-3 involve parents?
ASQ-3 relies on parents to observe their child and to complete the simple questionnaires about their child’s abilities. Having parents complete the developmental questionnaires is not only cost effective, but also enhances the accuracy of screening by tapping into parents’ in-depth knowledge about their children. Usin…
My care provider asked me to complete ASQ-3. Is there a privacy policy for the questionnaire? Is the information protected by HIPAA?
If you are completing an online version of ASQ-3, please [read the privacy policy][1]. As a parent/caregiver of a child, you are considered an ASQ Family Access Authorized User; your care provider is considered the Subscriber. The end of the policy has information about the security of the ASQ Online website. If you …
How does ASQ:SE-2 involve parents?
ASQ:SE-2 relies on parents to observe their child and to complete the simple questionnaires about their child’s abilities. Having parents complete the social-emotional questionnaires is not only cost-effective, but also enhances the accuracy of screening by tapping into parents’ in-depth knowledge about their children…
