Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (MCHAT-R/F)
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends using the Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (MCHAT-R/F) questionnaire to screen for autism. At the Children's Clinic, we ask that the parents fill out the questionnaire prior to the 18-month and 24-month check up.
The MCHAT-R/F was developed at the University of Connecticut’s Department of Psychology, and is designed to screen children aged 16 months to 30 months-old for an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The 20-item, parent-completed form generally takes five to seven minutes to be completed. The answers are both “yes” and “no” and will be scored at your appointment.
How to complete the form:
When scheduling your child's 18- and 24-month well child visits, we will give you an "arrival time" for your appointment that gives you sufficient time to complete this important questionnaire before being called back by the nurse.
If you prefer, you may download the form below and then complete it prior to your child’s visit. Please make sure to bring the completed screening to your appointment.
Download: M-CHAT-R/F (Modified Autism Checklist)
After you have carefully completed the questionnaire, the results will be scored and reviewed by your child's nurse and provider. Should the results of the screening indicate a potential developmental delay, we may refer your child to our partners in the community for additional evaluation and assistance.
The MCHAT-R/F was developed at the University of Connecticut’s Department of Psychology, and is designed to screen children aged 16 months to 30 months-old for an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The 20-item, parent-completed form generally takes five to seven minutes to be completed. The answers are both “yes” and “no” and will be scored at your appointment.
How to complete the form:
When scheduling your child's 18- and 24-month well child visits, we will give you an "arrival time" for your appointment that gives you sufficient time to complete this important questionnaire before being called back by the nurse.
If you prefer, you may download the form below and then complete it prior to your child’s visit. Please make sure to bring the completed screening to your appointment.
Download: M-CHAT-R/F (Modified Autism Checklist)
After you have carefully completed the questionnaire, the results will be scored and reviewed by your child's nurse and provider. Should the results of the screening indicate a potential developmental delay, we may refer your child to our partners in the community for additional evaluation and assistance.
