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Includes KABC-II Manual (Print), KABC-II NU Normative Update Manual (Print), Stimulus Easels 1-4 (Print), Story Completion Book (Print), Rover Booklet (Print), Word Order Card Set (Print), Story Completion Cards (Print), 25 Record Forms (Print), Set of Manipulatives, and soft-sided carrying case

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KABC-II Q-global Scoring Subscription 1 Year (Digital)

KABC-II Q-global Scoring Subscription 3 Year (Digital)

Includes Atlantis, Conceptual Thinking, Face Recognition, Story Completion

KABC-II Stimulus Easel 1 (Print)

Includes Number Recall, Gestalt Closure, Rover, Atlantis Delayed, Expressive Vocabulary

KABC-II Stimulus Easel 2 (Print)

Includes Verbal Knowledge, Rebus, Triangles

KABC-II Stimulus Easel 3 (Print)

Includes Block Counting, Word Order, Pattern Reasoning, Hand Movements, Rebus Delayed

KABC-II Stimulus Easel 4 (Print)

Includes 40-page, full-color booklet for the Story Completion subtest

KABC-II Story Completion Book (Print)

50-page, full-color booklet for the Rover subtest

KABC-II Rover Booklet (Print)

KABC-II Word Order Card Set (Print)

Forms require a copy of the KABC-II NU Manual Supplement (25047) for access to updated Critical Difference Tables.

KABC-II Normative Update Record Forms Qty 25 (Print)

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KABC-II Record Forms Qty 25 (Print)

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KABC-II Manual and KABC-II Normative Update Manual (Print)

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KABC-II Story Completion Card Set Qty 1 (Print)

Includes set of plastic shapes, yellow blocks (4), triangles (9), Rover Dog, and storage box.

KABC-II Manipulatives

Once ordered, the digital assets are accessible by logging into Q-global and visiting the Q-global Resource Library. The stimulus book is a view-only digital file; the administration directions are downloadable.

KABC-II Q-global Easel 1 and Administration Directions (Digital)

KABC-II Q-global Easel 2 and Administration Directions (Digital)

KABC-II Q-global Easel 3 and Administration Directions (Digital)

KABC-II Q-global Easel 4 and Administration Directions (Digital)

Includes two cards; once ordered, the digital asset is accessible by logging into Q-global and visiting the Q-global Resource Library. It is a view-only digital file.

KABC-II Q-global Word Order Card Set Qty 1 (Digital)

<p>This 3-hour session provides an overview of subtest administration and scoring and basic interpretation of KABC–II NU results. Price includes up to 40 people per session. </p><p>Training orders will be processed within 5-7 business days of order placement. A training consultant will contact you to coordinate your training. Training dates are scheduled no earlier than 5 weeks from order placement.</p>

KABC-II NU Overview Live Webinar 3 Hours 

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			<p><strong>Audience</strong>: This session is targeted for individuals who are new to KABC&ndash;II and those who need an overview of the KABC&ndash;II and its normative update (KABC&ndash;II NU).</p>

			<p><strong>Course description</strong>: This 3-hour session provides an overview of subtest administration and scoring and basic interpretation of KABC&ndash;II NU results.</p>

			<p><strong>Learning objectives</strong>: After attending this session, participants will be able to:</p>

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				<li>Describe the theoretical models used by the KABC&ndash;II NU</li>
				<li>Explain general guidelines for subtest administration and scoring</li>
				<li>Discuss administration and scoring of two of the KABC&ndash;II NU subtests</li>
				<li>Describe the step-by-step interpretive approach for KABC&ndash;II NU profiles</li>
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<p>This 3-hour advanced training session provides in-depth analysis of KABC–II NU subtests, scales, and global indexes. Participants will learn how to use KABC-II NU results to identify and describe a pattern of cognitive strengths and weaknesses. Price includes up to 40 people per session. </p><p>Training orders will be processed within 5-7 business days of order placement. A training consultant will contact you to coordinate your training. Training dates are scheduled no earlier than 5 weeks from order placement.</p>

KABC-II NU Advanced Use Live Webinar 3 Hours 

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			<p><strong>Audience</strong>: This session is targeted for experienced KABC&ndash;II NU users.</p>

			<p><strong>Course description</strong>: This 3-hour advanced training session provides an in-depth analysis of KABC&ndash;II NU subtests, scales, and global indexes. Participants will learn how to use KABC-II NU results to identify and describe a pattern of cognitive strengths and weaknesses.</p>

			<p><strong>Learning objectives</strong>: After attending this session, participants will be able to:</p>

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				<li>Apply the step-by-step interpretive approach to KABC&ndash;II NU profiles</li>
				<li>Identify statistical and clinical significance of score differences between KABC&ndash;II NU scales</li>
				<li>Show how to use KABC&ndash;II NU data to identify a pattern of cognitive strengths and weaknesses</li>
				<li>Discuss interpretive considerations of KABC&ndash;II NU profiles for clinical groups</li>
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<p>This 6-hour session is designed for individuals who require in-depth training on subtest administration and scoring and a basic understanding of profile interpretation. Price includes up to 40 people per session. </p><p>Training orders will be processed within 5-7 business days of order placement. A training consultant will contact you to coordinate your training. Training dates are scheduled no earlier than 5 weeks from order placement.</p>

KABC-II NU Administration, Scoring, and Basic Interpretation Live Webinar 6 Hours 

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			<p><strong>Audience:</strong> This session is targeted for individuals who are new to the KABC-II and those who would like comprehensive training on subtest administration and scoring and basic interpretation of results from the KABC-II NU.</p>

			<p><strong>Course description:</strong> This 6-hour session is designed for individuals who require in-depth training on subtest administration and scoring and a basic understanding of profile interpretation.</p>

			<p><strong>Learning objectives: </strong> After attending this session, participants will be able to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Describe factors that inform the selection of the Luria model or the CHC model</li>
				<li>Explain general guidelines for subtest administration and scoring</li>
				<li>Discuss administration and scoring of five of the KABC&ndash;II NU subtests</li>
				<li>Calculate raw scores and derive scaled scores and standard scores</li>
				<li>Describe the step-by-step interpretive approach for KABC&ndash;II NU profiles</li>
				<li>Use test results to describe patterns of cognitive strengths and weaknesses</li>
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<p>The first half of this 6-hour session provides an overview of subtest administration and scoring and basic interpretation of KABC–II NU results. The second half of the session provides an in-depth analysis of KABC–II NU subtests, scales, and global indexes. Participants will learn how to use KABC-II NU results to identify and describe a pattern of cognitive strengths and weaknesses. Price includes up to 40 people per session. </p><p>Training orders will be processed within 5-7 business days of order placement. A training consultant will contact you to coordinate your training. Training dates are scheduled no earlier than 5 weeks from order placement.</p>

KABC-II NU Overview and Advanced Use Live Webinar 6 Hours

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			<p><b>Audience:</b> This session is targeted for clinicians who need an overview of the KABC–II and its 
normative update KABC–II NU and who would like to focus on advanced interpretation 
of KABC–II NU profiles.</p>
<p><b>Course description:</b> The first half of this 6-hour session provides an overview of subtest administration and 
scoring and basic interpretation of KABC–II NU results. The second half of the session 
provides an in-depth analysis of KABC–II NU subtests, scales, and global indexes. 
Participants will learn how to use KABC-II NU results to identify and describe a pattern 
                of cognitive strengths and weaknesses.</p>
<p><b>Learning objectives: </b>
After attending this session, participants will be able to:</p>
<ul><li>Describe the theoretical models used by the KABC–II NU
<li>Explain general guidelines for subtest administration and scoring
<li>Discuss administration and scoring of two of the KABC–II NU subtests
<li>Describe the step-by-step interpretive approach for KABC–II NU profiles
<li>Identify statistical and clinical significance of score differences between KABC–II 
NU scales
<li>Discuss interpretive considerations of KABC–II NU profiles for clinical group</li></ul>

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KABC-II NU Administration, Scoring, and Basic Interpretation In Person 6 Hours 

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			<p><strong>Audience</strong>: This session is targeted for individuals who are new to the KABC-II and those who would like comprehensive training on subtest administration and scoring and basic interpretation of results from the KABC-II NU.</p>

			<p><strong>Course description</strong>: This 6-hour session is designed for individuals who require in-depth training on subtest administration and scoring and a basic understanding of profile interpretation.</p>

			<p><strong>Learning objectives</strong>: After attending this session, participants will be able to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Describe factors that inform the selection of the Luria model or the CHC model</li>
				<li>Explain general guidelines for subtest administration and scoring</li>
				<li>Discuss administration and scoring of five of the KABC&ndash;II NU subtests</li>
				<li>Calculate raw scores and derive scaled scores and standard scores</li>
				<li>Describe the step-by-step interpretive approach for KABC&ndash;II NU profiles</li>
				<li>Use test results to describe patterns of cognitive strengths and weaknesses</li>
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			<p><strong>Audience</strong>: This session is targeted for clinicians who need an overview of the KABC&ndash;II and its normative update KABC&ndash;II NU and who would like to focus on advanced interpretation of KABC&ndash;II NU profiles.</p>

			<p><strong>Course description</strong>: The first half of this 6-hour session provides an overview of subtest administration and scoring and basic interpretation of KABC&ndash;II NU results. The second half of the session provides an in-depth analysis of KABC&ndash;II NU subtests, scales, and global indexes. Participants will learn how to use KABC-II NU results to identify and describe a pattern of cognitive strengths and weaknesses.</p>

			<p><strong>Learning objectives</strong>: After attending this session, participants will be able to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Describe the theoretical models used by the KABC&ndash;II NU</li>
				<li>Explain general guidelines for subtest administration and scoring</li>
				<li>Discuss administration and scoring of two of the KABC&ndash;II NU subtests</li>
				<li>Describe the step-by-step interpretive approach for KABC&ndash;II NU profiles</li>
				<li>Identify statistical and clinical significance of score differences between KABC&ndash;II NU scales</li>
				<li>Discuss interpretive considerations of KABC&ndash;II NU profiles for clinical group</li>
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<p>Price includes up to 40 people per session. This 1-hour Q&A session supports participants who have attended a previous session or are familiar with the assessment. A Pearson expert will meet with participants to address follow-up questions and support specific assessment-related needs. To use the hour efficiently, participants may submit questions in advance. Q&A sessions do not include handouts or slides.</p><p>Training orders will be processed within 5-7 business days of order placement. A training consultant will contact you to coordinate your training. Training dates are scheduled no earlier than 5 weeks from order placement.</p>

KABC-II NU Live Question and Answer Virtual 1 Hour 

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			<p><strong>Audience:</strong> This 1-hour Q&amp;A session supports participants who have attended a previous session or are familiar with the assessment.</p>

			<p><strong>Course description:</strong> Price includes up to 40 people per session. A Pearson expert will meet with participants to address follow-up questions and support specific assessment-related needs. To use the hour efficiently, participants may submit questions in advance. Q&amp;A sessions do not include handouts or slides.</p>
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Kaufman Assessment Battery for Children | Second Edition Normative Update (KABC™-II NU) is a culturally fair ability test for all children. It is an effective and individually administered measure of cognitive ability.

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Overview

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			<p>For current KABC-II customers, you do not need to purchase a new kit. The only new items needed are the KABC-II NU Manual Supplement (25047) and the KABC-II NU Record Forms (25041). The KABC-II NU Norm Update Supplement will come with a sticker you can place on the KABC-II Manual to remind you to utilize the norms from KABC-II NU Manual Supplement.</p>
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Pricing & Ordering

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			<p>The KABC-II NU has a broad theoretical base, making it the instrument of choice for all cognitive assessment applications.</p>

			<h3>Normative Update</h3>

			<p>For current KABC-II customers, you do not need to purchase a new kit. The only new items needed are the KABC-II NU Manual Supplement (25047) and the KABC-II NU Record Forms (25041). The KABC-II NU Norm Update Supplement will come with a sticker you can place on the KABC-II Manual to remind you to utilize the norms from KABC-II NU Manual Supplement.</p>

			<h3>Benefits</h3>

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				<li>Fairly assess children of different backgrounds and with diverse problems, with small score differences between ethnic groups.</li>
				<li>Get insight into how a child receives and processes information to help pinpoint cognitive strengths and weaknesses</li>
				<li>Be confident you&#39;re getting a true picture of a child&#39;s abilities &mdash; even when language difficulties or cultural differences might affect test scores.</li>
				<li>Answer referral questions and test hypotheses with fully normed and validated supplemental subtests.</li>
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			<h3>Features</h3>

			<p>KABC-II NU scales include: Simultaneous (Gv), Sequential (Gsm), Planning (Gf), Learning (Glr), and Knowledge (Gc included in CHC model only)</p>

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				<li>Dual theoretical model: choose from the Cattell-Horn-Carroll model or Luria model for a global score that is highly valid.</li>
				<li>A nonverbal option can be used to assess a child whose verbal skills are significantly limited.</li>
				<li>A wide range of scales and subtests are designed to minimize verbal instructions and responses, and give a detailed picture of cognitive ability.</li>
				<li>Provides correct Spanish-language responses and teaching text on the easels and record form.&nbsp;</li>
				<li>No need to purchase a new kit for current KABC-II customers.</li>
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			<h3>Scales</h3>

			<p><a class="text-primary-link" href="/content/dam/school/global/clinical/us/assets/kabc-ii-nu/kabc-ii-nu-scales.pdf" target="_blank">View list of scales</a></p>
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						<h4>Telepractice</h4>

						<p>Find out how to use this test in your telepractice.</p>

						<p><a class="button-primary" href="/content/dam/school/global/clinical/us/assets/telepractice/guidance-documents/telepractice-and-the-kabc-ii-nu.pdf" target="_blank">Learn more</a></p>
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			<p>The following resources are available for KABC-II.</p>
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				<li><a href="/content/dam/school/global/clinical/us/assets/kabc-ii-nu/kabc-ii-nu-flyer.pdf" target="_blank">KABC-II Flyer</a></li>
				<li><a href="/content/school/global/clinical/us/en/campaign/an-interview-with-dr-alan-kaufman.html">An Interview with Dr. Alan Kaufman</a></li>
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				<li><a href="/content/dam/school/global/clinical/us/assets/kbit/kbit2r-kabc-ii-nu-tech-report.pdf" target="_blank">KBIT-2 Revised and KABC-II NU Tech Report</a></li>
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			<p>Frequently asked questions follow. Click on a question to see the response</p>

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						<p>What was the normative sample for the KABC-II NU?</p>
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						<p>A normative sample of 700 children and adolescents ages 3 years, 0 months to 18 years, 11 months was collected. The sample matched the U.S. population on the stratification variables of gender, race/ethnicity, parent education level, and region. Each year of age between 3 and 18 was represented by 50 children, equally divided between males and females.</p>
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						<p>Is the KABC-II NU linked to the KTEA-3?</p>
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						<p>Yes, when an ability/achievement comparison is needed, the KABC-II NU is linked to the Kaufman Test of Educational Achievement | 3rd Edition (KTEA-3).</p>
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						<p>What do I need to buy if I already have a KABC-II Kit?</p>
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						<p>For existing customers, the only new items needed are the KABC-II NU Manual Supplement (25047) and the KABC-II NU Record Forms (25041). The KABC-II NU Norm Update Supplement will come with a sticker you can place on the KABC-II Manual to remind you to utilize the norms from KABC-II NU Norm Update Supplement.</p>

						<p>The same KABC-II easels, manual, stimulus, and manipulative materials will be utilized with the KABC-II NU.<br />
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						<p>What do I need to buy if I am a new KABC customer?</p>
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						<p>New customers will purchase the KABC-II NU kit (Item Number 25042). This kit contains the same KABC-II items plus the Manual Supplement and the new Record Forms. The manual will have a sticker applied to the cover to remind you to utilize the norms from KABC-II NU Manual Supplement.</p>

						<p>A new manual purchase (Item Number 25043) will include the KABC-II Manual along with the KABC-II NU Manual Supplement. The manual will have a sticker applied to remind you to utilize the norms from KABC-II NU Manual Supplement.<br />
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						<p>Do I need a new Q-global Scoring Subscription for the KABC-II NU?</p>
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						<p>No, your existing Q-global Scoring Subscription for the KABC-II will continue to be used. Any assessment completed after the publication date of the KABC-II NU will utilize the new norms.</p>
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						<p>Do I need to purchase a separate code for individual Q-global KABC-II NU Score Reports?</p>
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						<p>No, you will continue to utilize the existing code, 64000.</p>
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						<p>Can I still see historically completed KABC-II Assessments with the old norms in Q-global?</p>
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						<p>Yes, assessments completed before publication of the KABC-II NU will still be able to be scored using the old KABC-II norms.</p>
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						<p>Do you test bilingual examinees who speak both Spanish and English?</p>
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						<p>Although the Knowledge/Crystallized Ability subtests must be administered in English, correct responses in other languages are given credit. The KABC-II NU provides correct Spanish-language responses and teaching text on the easels and record form. This makes scoring easier and more accurate.</p>
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			<p>The following training events are available for KABC-II NU Kaufman Assessment Battery | 2nd Edition.</p>
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Kaufman Assessment Battery for Children | Second Edition Normative Update

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