Please answer the following regarding BOTH the VB-MAPP and PEAK assessments for BCBA.

a. The utility of the assessment (broad areas assessed, ages geared towards, criterion or norm-referenced, etc), assessment pinpoints (breadth & depth), the potential utility of each assessment and how that lends itself to goals.

b. Preparation considerations (length of time to administer, materials needed)

c. Compare the instruments. What is the same? What is different? Include strengths and weaknesses of each.

d. How may you decide which one of these to use or administer?