Movement ABC 2 Band 3 11-16 years

The Movement ABC-2 Band 3 (11–16 years) is a standardized assessment tool designed to evaluate the motor skills of adolescents aged 11 to 16 years. This tool is essential for identifying motor function impairments, planning intervention programs, and monitoring progress over time. It is widely used by clinicians, occupational therapists, and educators to assess fine and gross motor coordination difficulties in children and young adults.

The assessment comprises eight tasks divided into three domains:

• Manual Dexterity: Evaluates tasks such as drawing a line into a trail and turning pegs.

• Aiming and Catching: Assesses skills like one-hand catching and throwing a ball at a wall and catching it.

• Balance: Includes tasks such as walking along a line with heels raised and jumping and clapping.

Each task is scored based on the child’s performance, providing a comprehensive profile of their motor abilities.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Assessment: Evaluates a wide range of motor skills.

• Standardized Tool: Provides reliable and valid data for clinical and educational settings.

• Age-Appropriate: Specifically designed for adolescents aged 11 to 16 years.

• Professional Use: Intended for use by qualified professionals to ensure accurate interpretation.

Key Features:

• Age Range: Suitable for individuals aged 11 to 16 years.

• Administration Time: Approximately 20–40 minutes.

• Format: Paper-and-pencil assessment.

• Scoring: Manual scoring with standard scores and percentiles.

• Qualification Level: Requires Level B qualification for administration and interpretation.