--- title: Preparing for the ASD Assessment Process description: Making a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is essential in order to ensure that the individual gets the therapy he or she needs. image: https://blogs.thesteppingstonesgroup.com/hubfs/GettyImages-1011888356-e1543271357746.jpg --- [![SSG Group Brand](https://blogs.thesteppingstonesgroup.com/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/TheSteppingStonesGroup_February2021/images/SSG_logo.png?width=1640&height=421&name=SSG_logo.png "SSG Group Brand")](https://thesteppingstonesgroup.com/) - [Home](https://thesteppingstonesgroup.com/) - [Careers](https://thesteppingstonesgroup.com/careers/) - [Search Open Jobs](https://jobs.thesteppingstonesgroup.com/) - [Quick Apply](https://steppingstones.careercenter.smartsearch.plus/registration/) - [Transforming Support](https://thesteppingstonesgroup.com/professional-development/) - [Travel & Transform](https://thesteppingstonesgroup.com/travel/) - [Refer a friend](https://thesteppingstonesgroup.com/careers/referral-program/) - [Parents](https://thesteppingstonesgroup.com/parents/) - [Schools](https://thesteppingstonesgroup.com/schools/) - [Telepractice](https://thesteppingstonesgroup.com/telepractice/) - [Referrers](https://thesteppingstonesgroup.com/referrers/) - [About SSG](https://thesteppingstonesgroup.com/about/) - [Our Services](https://thesteppingstonesgroup.com/services/) - [Our Story](https://thesteppingstonesgroup.com/our-story/) - [Meet Our Team](https://thesteppingstonesgroup.com/our-story/#leadership_team) - [Contact](https://thesteppingstonesgroup.com/contact/) ![](https://blogs.thesteppingstonesgroup.com/hubfs/GettyImages-1011888356-e1543271357746.jpg) # Preparing for the ASD Assessment Process Wed, Nov 16, 2022 [![Share on facebook](https://f.hubspotusercontent00.net/hub/7528304/hubfs/raw_assets/public/mV0_hubspot/img/facebook-color.png?width=24&name=facebook-color.png)](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://blogs.thesteppingstonesgroup.com/en/autismservices/preparing-for-the-asd-assessment-process&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook) [![Share on linkedin](https://f.hubspotusercontent00.net/hub/7528304/hubfs/raw_assets/public/mV0_hubspot/img/linkedin-color.png?width=24&name=linkedin-color.png)](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://blogs.thesteppingstonesgroup.com/en/autismservices/preparing-for-the-asd-assessment-process&utm_medium=social&utm_source=linkedin) [![Share on twitter](https://f.hubspotusercontent00.net/hub/7528302/hubfs/raw_assets/public/mV0_hubspot/img/twitter-color.png?width=24&name=twitter-color.png)](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?original_referer=https://blogs.thesteppingstonesgroup.com/en/autismservices/preparing-for-the-asd-assessment-process&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&url=https://blogs.thesteppingstonesgroup.com/en/autismservices/preparing-for-the-asd-assessment-process&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&source=tweetbutton&text=) [![Share on pinterest](https://f.hubspotusercontent00.net/hub/7528304/hubfs/raw_assets/public/mV0_hubspot/img/pinterest-color.png?width=24&name=pinterest-color.png)](http://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://blogs.thesteppingstonesgroup.com/en/autismservices/preparing-for-the-asd-assessment-process&utm_medium=social&utm_source=pinterest&media=) [![Share on email](https://f.hubspotusercontent10.net/hub/7528315/hubfs/raw_assets/public/mV0_hubspot/img/email-color.png?width=24&name=email-color.png)](mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20https://blogs.thesteppingstonesgroup.com/en/autismservices/preparing-for-the-asd-assessment-process&utm_medium=social&utm_source=email%20&body=Check%20out%20https://blogs.thesteppingstonesgroup.com/en/autismservices/preparing-for-the-asd-assessment-process&utm_medium=social&utm_source=email) Making a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is essential in order to ensure that the individual gets the therapy he or she needs. However, getting that diagnosis can be tricky. After all, there is not a single definite test that can be used to determine whether a person has ASD or not. If you’re wondering what you should do in order to prepare your child for the ASD assessment process, here is what you need to know.   **When should an ASD assessment take place?**   The most reliable assessments of ASD generally take place by or around the age of 2. However, the symptoms of ASD are often visible by around 18 months of age. If you have identified any possible symptoms of a developmental delay in your child, the next step is to schedule a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation.   **What happens at a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation?**   If your child shows any early signs of ASD, setting up a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation will allow you to determine whether your child does indeed have this condition. At the evaluation, which is usually performed by a specialist, your child will receive a complete examination, and areas such as hearing, vision, and developmental history will be taken into account.   **What should I bring to my child’s diagnostic evaluation?**   In order to ensure that your child’s evaluation for ASD is as productive as possible, you will want to take the time to assemble the materials you’ll need ahead of time. You should be sure to bring any relevant medical information, such as your child’s vision and hearing records, to this evaluation. It may also be helpful to bring some personal notes, such as any questions you have about ASD or your own observations of your child you’d like to note.  Tags: [Autism](https://blogs.thesteppingstonesgroup.com/en/autismservices/tag/autism), [ASD](https://blogs.thesteppingstonesgroup.com/en/autismservices/tag/asd) [Back to Blog](https://blogs.thesteppingstonesgroup.com/en/autismservices) Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. 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