Nevada Administrative Code
Chapter 388 - System of Public Instruction
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES AND PROGRAMS
Determination of Eligibility for Placement of Pupils With Disabilities and Gifted and Talented Pupils
Section 388.350 - Assessment of social and emotional condition

Universal Citation: NV Admin Code 388.350

Current through December 31, 2024

1. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, if the social and emotional condition of a pupil with a disability is assessed, the assessment may include:

(a) Observation of the pupil;

(b) An interview of the pupil or of any person having personal knowledge of the pupil;

(c) Projective testing of the social and emotional condition of the pupil; and

(d) The use of
(1) A behavior rating scale;

(2) An adaptive behavior scale; and

(3) A self-report inventory.

A pupil may not be identified as a pupil with an emotional disturbance unless a variety of these techniques is used to assess the social and emotional condition of the pupil.

2. Any interpretation of an assessment of social and emotional condition must be made by a psychologist or another certified or licensed mental health professional.

Added to NAC by Bd. of Education, eff. 7-14-88; A 11-23-93; R085-99, 2-16-2000; A by R017-18A, eff. 1/30/2019

NRS 385.080, 388.419 and 388.433

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