Get Functional Assessment Interview Form (fai)

The Functional Assessment Interview Form (FAI) is a vital tool for understanding behaviors of concern in young children. This guide will provide clear, step-by-step instructions to help you complete the form online, ensuring that you provide comprehensive and accurate information.

Follow the steps to fill out the Functional Assessment Interview Form (FAI) online.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the designated online editor.
2. Begin with Section A: Describe the behavior(s). Clearly list each behavior of concern, detailing how it is performed, its frequency, duration, and intensity.
3. In Section B: Define potential ecological events that may affect the behavior(s). Fill in details about the child's medications, medical conditions, sleep cycles, eating routines, and daily schedule.
4. Proceed to Section C: Define events and situations that predict occurrences of the behavior(s). Provide information on the time of day, settings, social interactions, and activities related to the behaviors.
5. Move to Section D: Describe the child’s play abilities and difficulties. Include details on play activities, interactions with others, and reactions to different play scenarios.
6. In Section E: The 'function' of the undesirable behavior(s), identify what the child gains or avoids through their behaviors.
7. Continue to Section F: Define the efficiency of the undesirable behavior(s). Assess the effort involved in the behaviors and the consistency of their outcomes.
8. Follow with Section G: Define the primary method(s) used by the child to communicate. Describe the child's strategies for expressive and receptive communication.
9. In Section H, detail supportive elements or challenges faced by the child, noting what brings them joy and how previous interventions have performed.
10. Lastly, develop summary statements in Section I for each major predictor and/or consequence. Review all sections for accuracy before submission.
11. Once all sections are completed, save your changes, and you can choose to download, print, or share the form as needed.

Complete the Functional Assessment Interview Form (FAI) online today to help better understand and support your child's needs.