What is VB-MAPP?

The VB-MAPP (Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program) is a criterion-referenced assessment tool, curriculum guide, and skills tracking system designed for children with autism or other developmental disabilities. It is based on B.F. Skinner's analysis of verbal behavior and assesses a child's language, learning, and social skills across various developmental milestones. The VB-MAPP helps identify a child's strengths and weaknesses, guides intervention planning, and tracks progress over time. It's commonly used by behavior analysts, therapists, and educators working with individuals with autism to develop individualized education programs (IEPs) and behavior intervention plans.