How do you score a section accurately when a parent is unable to answer a question because they have never attempted the activity and are not able to try it at the time?
The authors recommend that the professional attempt to allow the parent to try the activity at a later time. However, if that is not possible, the item can be skipped. Up to 2 items can be omitted per area for ASQ-3. Instructions for scoring questionnaires with omitted items can be found on page 72 of the User's Guide…
How do you calculate what age interval of the ASQ-3 should be used?
To determine the correct ASQ-3 interval for a child, you need to calculate a child's age in months and days. For easy age calculation, you can use our website [calculato][1]r at or the free ASQ Calculator app available in the Apple and Google Play app stores. A by-hand method is described on page 65 of the ASQ-3 User'…
My organization would like to implement ASQ-3. Do we need training to use it correctly?
Your program does not necessarily need training, but many programs find training helps with implementation. After a thorough reading of the ASQ-3 User’s Guide and several weeks of practice, an experienced early childhood professional should be able to implement the ASQ-3 effectively. However, attending an official ASQ…
Can the ASQ-3 scores be translated into percentile rank and, if so, what is that percentile?
The ASQ-3 cutoff scores are set at 2 standard deviations below the mean. The monitoring zone is between 1 and 2 standard deviations below the mean. Table 18 in the technical appendix (page 171 in the User’s Guide [or available here][1]) shows the mean and standard deviations for each ASQ-3 interval. The bell curve is …
Is there an ASQ-3 User's Guide in Spanish?
At this point in time, the ASQ-3 User's Guide is only available in English. For an at-a-glance guide to ASQ-3 administration and scoring basics, use the [ASQ-3 Quick Start Guide in Spanish][1]. Also, view the support materials available in [Spanish on the ASQ website][2]. [1]: http://products.brookespublishing.com…
Can ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2 questionnaires be photocopied?
Yes, ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2 questionnaires, as well as the sample letters and forms in the User’s Guides, may be photocopied for use at a single site with all of the children served by the purchasing organization at no additional charge.
A child may score on target in the Communication area of ASQ-3, but may still need a referral for evaluation due to difficulties communicating. Is this what the overall questions at the end of the questionnaire are designed to catch?
The Overall section at the end of each questionnaire serves as a general indicator of parental concerns. Any concern about development noted by parents should be discussed with the parents, and a referral should be made if appropriate. Keep in mind that these questions are not diagnostic; they can only serve as a guid…
