A comprehensive set of rating scales and forms including the Teacher Rating Scales (TRS), Parent Rating Scales (PRS), Self-Report of Personality (SRP), Student Observation System (SOS), and Structured Developmental History (SDH). Together, they help you understand the behaviors and emotions of children and adolescents.

Benefits
Uses a multidimensional approach for conducting a comprehensive assessment

Strong base of theory and research gives you a thorough set of highly interpretable scales

Ideally suited for use in identifying behavior problems as required by IDEA, and for developing FBAs, BIPs, and IEPs

Enhanced computer scoring and interpretation provide efficient, extensive reports

Normed based on current U.S. Census population characteristics

Differentiates between hyperactivity and attention problems with one efficient instrument

An effective way to measure behavior

Help children thrive in their school and home environments with effective behavior assessment. The Behavior Assessment System for Children (BASC) holds an exceptional track record for providing a complete picture of a child's behavior. School and clinical psychologists have depended on BASC for more than 20 years. Now, renowned authors Drs. Cecil Reynolds and Randy Kamphaus present their latest edition of this excellent measure—BASC-3.

BASC-3 provides the most comprehensive set of rating scales. These scales measure areas important for both IDEA and DSM-5 classifications. Best of all, you receive the most extensive view of adaptive and maladaptive behavior.

Multiple perspectives is the key to measuring behavior
BASC-3 applies a triangulation method for gathering information. By analyzing the child's behavior from three perspectives—Self, Teacher, and Parent—you get a more complete and balanced picture. Combined, these BASC-3 tools provide one of the most comprehensive systems currently available!

Self Perspective

Self-Report of Personality (SRP)

Teacher Perspectives

Teacher Rating Scales (TRS)

Student Observation System (SOS)

Parent Perspectives

Parent Rating Scales (PRS)

Structured Developmental History (SDH)

Parenting Relationship Questionnaire (PRQ)

Like its predecessor, BASC-3 brings you the same superb family of tools

Assess behavior patterns

Teacher Rating Scales (TRS)

Parent Rating Scales (PRS)

Student Observation System (SOS)

Assess emotions and feelings

Self-Report of Personality (SRP)

Background information

Structured Developmental History (SDH)

Teacher Rating Scales

Use the Teacher Rating Scales (TRS) to measure adaptive and problem behaviors in the preschool or school setting. Teachers or other qualified observers can complete forms at three age levels—preschool (ages 2 to 5), child (ages 6 to 11), and adolescent (ages 12 to 21)—in about 10-20 minutes. The forms describe specific behaviors that are rated on a four-point scale of frequency, ranging from "Never" to "Almost Always." The TRS contains 105-165 items. Validity and response set indexes used to help judge the quality of completed forms are also available.

Parent Rating Scales
Use the Parent Rating Scales (PRS) to measure both adaptive and problem behaviors in the community and home setting. Parents or caregivers can complete forms at three age levels—preschool (ages 2 to 5), child (ages 6 to 11), and adolescent (ages 12 to 21)—in about 10-20 minutes. The PRS contains 139-175 items and uses a four-choice response format. Validity and response set indexes used to help judge the quality of completed forms are also available.

Self-Report of Personality
The Self-Report of Personality (SRP) provides insight into a child's or adult's thoughts and feelings. Each form—child (ages 8 to 11), adolescent (ages 12 to 21), college (ages 18 to 25)—includes validity scales for helping judge the quality of completed forms. The SRP takes about 30 minutes to complete.

A Spanish version is available for the child and adolescent forms only.

BASC-3 Student Observation System (SOS)
Enables clinicians and other qualified observers to code and record direct observations of a child’s behavior in a classroom setting. The observer can objectively rate a wide range of behaviors, using momentary time sampling during three-second intervals spaced 30 seconds apart over a 15-minute period. The SOS assesses both adaptive and maladaptive behaviors, from positive peer interaction to repetitive motor movements. This tool can be employed for the direct observation portion of a Functional Behavior Assessment and can be used singly or with other BASC-3 components. The SOS form can be completed using Q-global or a paper form.

Structured Developmental History (SDH)
Offers a comprehensive history and background survey that supplies a thorough review of social, psychological, developmental, educational, and medical information on the child.