Help school teams determine when additional behavioral assessment may be needed—and when they may already have enough information to begin individualized intervention.

This one-page decision guide helps teams distinguish between situations that may warrant a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and situations in which appropriate behavior supports can be developed and monitored using information already available.

The guide prompts teams to consider factors such as the current understanding of the behavior, previous intervention and implementation fidelity, the intensity and persistence of behavior, the need for systematic assessment, and applicable special education or discipline requirements.

Best for: BCBAs, behavior specialists, school psychologists, special educators, administrators, MTSS/PBIS teams, and other professionals involved in school-based behavior problem solving.

Includes: 1-page PDF quick decision guide.

School, district, state, and federal requirements should always be considered when determining whether an FBA is required.