Does the VB-MAPP assess self-care skills?

The VB-MAPP does assess some self-care skills. However, the main focus of the VB-MAPP is on communication, social skills, barriers, and behavioral characteristics that are often demonstrated by individuals with autism. Self-care skills are an important part of the child’s growing independence and should be assessed and taught using procedures derived from applied behavior analysis (e.g., prompting, fading, breaking down tasks as needed). On the AVBPress.com website, there is a checklist of self-care skills which can be downloaded and printed as needed to complete your child’s program.

 For older children and adults who might need a program with more of a focus on functional living skills, we suggest Essentials for Living by Patrick McGreevy, Troy Fry, and Colleen Cornwall – www.essentialsforliving.com.