What are the minimum qualifications needed to administer the Battelle Developmental Inventory, 2nd edition Normative Update??

🧩 Overview

To administer the BDI-2™ Normative Update (BDI-2™ NU), individuals must meet specific education or certification requirements related to psychology, education, or medical professions. These requirements ensure accurate and reliable assessment of young children.

🔧 Qualifications Required

You must meet one of the following qualification paths:

✅ Option 1: Bachelor’s Degree

Hold a BA or BS in one of these fields:

• Psychology

• School Counseling

• Occupational Therapy

• Speech/Language Pathology

• Social Work

• Education or Special Education

• Other related fields

✅ Option 2: Professional Certification & Training

Hold a certification in one of the following:

• Occupational Therapy

• Physical Therapy

• Pediatrics

• Nursing (NPs, office, visiting, or home health)

• Head Start Specialist
  AND have undergraduate-level training in one or more of:

• Intelligence/cognitive assessment

• Basic tests and measurement

• Speech, hearing, and language assessment

• Educational diagnostics

• Developmental milestone assessment