We assess to NICE guidelines and an assessment normally includes:
- A clinical interview to gain background information and a developmental, medical and family history
- Formal observations of you or your child on more than one occasion and in more than one setting
- Cognitive assessment to find out your/ your child’s ability and strengths and weaknesses
- Communication and/or sensory assessment if appropriate
- Formal assessment of your/ your child’s social communication and interaction skills
- A feedback session
- A detailed report, including a profile of strengths and weaknesses and suggestions for future intervention or management, and/ or signposting to NHS/ other services