Early Childhood Screening

The Early Childhood Program Screening is a free and simple check of how your child is growing, developing, and learning.

Any person who knows a child between the ages of 3-5 who is having any developmental delays and/or difficulties in learning may make a referral.

When should a child be referred for screening?

• When birth complications or a medical disorder interferes with development and\or learning.
• When the child seems to have difficulty understanding simple directions.
• When you or others outside the family don’t understand the child’s speech.
• When the child appears to be learning more slowly than other children his/her age.
• When the child appears to have social or emotional difficulties that affect his/her ability to learn.
• Concerns need not be limited to those listed above. Any condition which may affect a child’s abilities to learn can be a basis for referral.