Compassionate ABA Scorecard: Parent Provider Evaluation Toolkit | Printable PDF + Excel & Google Sheets Calculator

Choosing an ABA provider can feel overwhelming, especially when you are unsure what questions to ask or how to compare different programs.

The Compassionate ABA Scorecard is an evidence-informed evaluation toolkit designed to help parents and caregivers assess whether a provider’s practices align with their child’s needs, dignity, safety, and quality of life.

Instead of labeling providers simply “good” or “bad,” this toolkit helps you gather specific information, identify areas that need clarification, and make a thoughtful family-fit decision.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Polished 15-page printable PDF
• Automatic Excel scoring workbook
• Google Sheets-compatible version
• 48 evidence-informed checklist items
• Six scored evaluation domains
• Clear 1–5 rating scale
• Notes and evidence sections
• Safety and rights concern screen
• 24 provider interview questions
• Automatic domain and overall scores
• Completion tracking
• Four interpretation bands
• Three-provider comparison page
• Final decision and follow-up planning page
• Professional source and limitations page

THE SIX EVALUATION DOMAINS

1. Dignity, Autonomy, Assent, and Safety
2. Person-Centered Assessment and Meaningful Goals
3. Positive, Individualized, Skill-Building Support
4. Data, Progress, and Clinical Accountability
5. Family Partnership, Communication, and Culture
6. Qualifications, Supervision, and Service Integrity

HOW IT WORKS

Use the interview questions when speaking with a potential provider. Score each checklist item from 1 to 5 based on the provider’s answers, examples, policies, and practices.

The digital workbook automatically calculates:

• Scores for each domain
• Overall provider-alignment percentage
• Percentage of questions completed
• Suggested interpretation band
• Safety-screen status
• Recommended next steps

Important safety concerns remain separate from the numerical score, so a high average cannot hide a serious unanswered question or potential red flag.

WHO IT’S FOR

This toolkit is ideal for:

• Parents exploring ABA for the first time
• Families changing providers
• Caregivers comparing multiple programs
• Families preparing for intake interviews
• Advocates helping families evaluate services
• Parents who want compassionate, individualized, and transparent care

DIGITAL PRODUCT

This is a digital download. No physical product will be shipped.

The Excel workbook can be opened in Microsoft Excel or uploaded to Google Sheets. Minor formatting differences may occur after importing into Google Sheets.

IMPORTANT NOTE

This toolkit is for educational and organizational purposes. It does not diagnose, prescribe treatment, certify a provider, guarantee service quality, or replace individualized clinical, legal, or advocacy guidance.