Get School Outcomes Measure

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of filling out the School Outcomes Measure (SOM) online. It is designed to aid occupational and physical therapists in collecting important data regarding students receiving therapy services in school settings.

Follow the steps to complete the School Outcomes Measure effectively.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the School Outcomes Measure form and open it in your preferred online format.
2. Begin by filling out the 'Student Information' section. Enter the date of assessment, state of residence, student ID, age, primary diagnosis, ethnicity, sex, and the onset of the disability along with its acquisition timeline.
3. Complete the 'Student’s IEP Information.' Indicate the primary disability category, educational placement, frequency of therapy, and average visit duration.
4. In the 'Related Services Information' section, note the primary provider of services, the environment of intervention, and frequency of contact with the teacher and caregiver. Include details about any therapy received outside of school.
5. Provide your details in the 'Therapist Information' section, including your ID, profession, years of school-based experience, and duration worked with the student.
6. Rate the 'Therapy Activities' you engage in with the student, indicating how often certain activities are addressed and the percentage of time spent on each area.
7. Fill out the 'Student’s Abilities' section by rating the level of assistance required for various abilities such as self-care, mobility, assuming a student’s role, and expressing learning. Use the provided scale to indicate the student’s capabilities.
8. At the end of the form, review all entries for accuracy. You can then save your changes, download, print, or share the completed form as needed.

Encourage the timely completion of the School Outcomes Measure online to gather essential data for improving therapy services.