Early childhood screening is a process used to identify potential delays or developmental needs in young children. Research shows that early screening and intervention greatly improve a child's
positive growth and development.
No Cost - Free screenings for children age birth through 5 years. CDC staff screen for age appropriate development in:
Communication - The ability to use and understand language.
General stages of development:
Cognition - The ability to understand cause and effect and to problem solve.
General stages of development:
Fine and Gross Motor - The ability to use large and small muscles for movement, balance, reaching, and grasping.
General stages of development:
Hearing - Assessment of middle ear function as well as detection of sounds.
Vision - Screens eye health and potential vision problems.
Screen for Success
Stages of Development Resources