For APD to begin the eligibility process, please submit diagnosis documentation along with the application. Please note that the Quick Guide: Applying for APD Services is a reference only and not an exhaustive list. If necessary, APD may request additional information or documentation in order to complete your application.
Developmental Disability Diagnosis |
Documentation |
Licensed Professionals |
Applicants applying under autism |
Must provide one or more of both diagnostic testing and collateral documentation. Examples are listed below. Please provide all testing and documentation you have available.
Diagnostic Testing Examples:
The following evaluations are some examples of tests used to make a diagnosis of autism:
- ADOS-2: Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition
- GARS-3: Gilliam Autism Rating Scale
- CARS-2: Childhood Autism Rating Scale
- ASRS: Autism Spectrum Rating Scales
- ADI-R: Autism Diagnostic Inventory Revised
Collateral Documentation Examples:
- School records, such as Individualized Education Plans and achievement testing
- Medical or therapeutic documentation
- Any psychological evaluation, educational evaluation, or adaptive testing
- Progress notes from speech and behavioral therapies
- Baker Act records
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A diagnosis may only be accepted from one or more of the following:
- Florida-licensed psychiatrist,
- Florida-licensed psychologist,
- Board-certified pediatric neurologist who is qualified by training and experience to make a diagnosis of autism,
- Board-certified developmental pediatrician, or
- Collateral information received from another state may be accepted if the evaluator is licensed through the same credentials required for licensure in Florida for the professions.
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