What is TEACCH®?

The University of North Carolina TEACCH® Autism Program is a University-based system of community regional centers that offer a set of core services along with unique demonstration programs meeting the clinical, training, and research needs of autistic individuals, their families, and professionals across North Carolina. TEACCH, founded by Dr. Eric Schopler in 1972, is a model for other programs around the world.

TEACCH’s vision is a world where all autistic individuals and their families have access to excellent evidence-based services in their home communities.

What is Autism Spectrum Disorder TEACCH® PEP-3 Assessment?

PEP-3 (Psychoeducational Profile, Third Edition) is an individualized assessment tool designed for children with autism and communication disabilities, particularly those between 6 months and 7 years old. It's used to assess skills, behaviors, and developmental levels, helping to identify learning strengths and areas for improvement. The PEP-3 is a tool to assist in planning educational programming and in diagnosing autism. It is designed to help coordinate the teaching efforts at home and school by including a caregiver report in the assessment process.

The assessment is composed of two parts:
Performance:
Examiner direct testing and observation of the child. Measuring Communication, Motor, and Maladaptive Behaviors.
Caregiver:
The parent or caregiver records observations. Measuring developmental abilities and maladaptive behaviors.

Specifically, the assessment is designed to (a) determine the strengths and weaknesses of each child for the formulation of the most appropriate IEP (b) collect information for confirming the diagnosis (c) establish developmental/adaptive levels, and (d) serve as a research tool in outcome research and learning.

What age range are the PEP-3 Assessment designed for?

The PEP-3 assessment is designed for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) who function between the developmental ages of 6 months and 7 years.

What is the flow of the assessment?

The assessment service includes:

① Intake Interview with Parents (50 minutes, online): Discuss the purpose of the assessment, concerns and goals from parents, scheduling the assessment

② Confirmation of Assessment (e-mail): Signing Statement of Understanding and Release of Information, confirm payment and date for assessment.

③ Day of Assessment (in-person): Assessment location in Futako Tamagawa. Assessment duration is approximately 3 hours. Parents/caregiver fill out Caregiver Report during assessment.

④ Evaluation: 4 weeks after day of assessment

⑤ Report and Feedback (50 minutes, online): Report results to parents/caregivers, provide feedback, recommendations, and a plan for a structured teaching environment for the child based on their individual strengths, needs, and developmental profile identified through the PEP-3 assessment.

What does the Assessment service include?

Online consultation, PEP-3 Assessment, online feedback session, written report, and continued counseling services if requested.

What are the benefits of the Autism Spectrum Disorder TEACCH® PEP-3 Assessment?

• Provides a comprehensive profile of strengths and emerging skills as well as areas of challenge.

• Helps identify the child’s learning style, communication approach, and sensory preferences.

• Offers clear, developmentally based information that can guide individualized education programs (IEPs) and treatment goals.

• Designed to align with Structured TEACCHing®, supporting visually organized and structured learning environments.

• Assesses skills that are relevant to everyday functioning, such as communication, motor abilities, and social reciprocity.

• Helps determine developmental levels rather than just standardized norms, which is often more meaningful for children with ASD.

• Results can be shared with teachers, therapists, and parents to foster consistent support across settings.

• Promotes a strengths-based approach that helps teams build effective strategies for learning and behavior.

• Useful for monitoring developmental progress and adjusting interventions accordingly.

• Re-administration over time provides insight into how the child is responding to support and where adjustments may be needed.

• Offers a clearer picture of how your child communicates, learns, and interacts with the world.

• Helps families understand the “why” behind certain behaviors or learning preferences.

• Identifies areas where your child thrives, not just where they struggle—empowering families to build on those strengths.

• Equips families with concrete, actionable information to work more effectively with teachers, therapists, and support providers.

• Encourages shared decision-making and consistency between home and school environments.

• Give reassurance and connection among families by integrating collaborative support into their child’s development.

Cost:
This assessment is offered using the TEACCH® methodology following training at the University of North Carolina TEACCH® Autism Program. As an introductory fee, the current rate for the full Autism Spectrum Disorder PEP-3 assessment package is ¥120,000. This includes a consultation, examination, parent interviews, a written report, and a feedback session. Additional counseling will cost in addition to this package price.