C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ stands for Child Holistic Individualized Lifelong Development Protocol. It is a platform where the science of neuropsychology meets the art of child development assessment. The core of the platform is the C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ Scales, which are a collection of 23 interdisciplinary developmental scales designed for children from birth to 7 years of age. These scales help assess key areas of child development, including Neurophysiological, Sensoriperception, Psychomotricity, Communication, Cognitive, and Socio-emotional aspects.

It is crucial to understand that C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ is not intended to be used as a diagnostic tool.
The web-based platform was developed in 2022 by Telma Ferraccioli Marques, M.A., who has a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in child development (0-7), specializing in Neuropsychology and Child Abuse and Neglect. She is the author of the Child Healthy Development Protocol 0-7© (2016) and co-author of 21 Interdisciplinary Scales of Development for children ages birth to 7 (Portuguese edition). The platform was also developed by Cleo Henderson, President/Founder of AndThereWas, an award-winning transformation design consultancy specializing in multiple design disciplines, product development, personal growth, and empowerment.

To use the “Paper” Scales, you must first login or register on the website.

1. Purchase the age-appropriate “Paper” Scale from the Shop. Each “Paper” Scale costs $5.
2. Navigate to the Orders tab in My Account to download and print the purchased “Paper” Scale.
3. Gather the required materials for the assessment as specified on the scale.
4. Conduct the “Paper” Scale assessment.
5. Manually calculate and review the Scale ratings after completing the assessment.

To use the “Digital” Scales, you must first login or register on the website.

1. Create a Child Profile for the child you wish to assess.
2. Purchase the age-appropriate “Digital” Scale from the Shop for that specific Child Profile. Each “Digital” Scale costs $15 per Child Profile.
◦ Special Offer: You can get Scale 01 for FREE for a single Child Profile by using the coupon code 1stscalefreefor1stchild at checkout.
3. Go to the Assessment Tool on the website.
4. Gather any required materials for the digital scale assessment.
5. Complete the “Digital” Scale for the Child Profile. The system will automatically calculate detailed Scale ratings.
6. Review the calculated Scale ratings and detailed next steps for the assessor in the “Child Profile & Scale Results” tab in My Account.

◦ Parents and/or Guardians can create up to 3 Child Profiles for free. They have the option to upgrade to create up to 10 Child Profiles for an additional $7 ($1 per additional profile).
◦ Early Childhood Educators can create up to 12 Child Profiles for free. They can upgrade to create 24 Child Profiles for an additional $15 ($1 per additional profile). A prerequisite for educators is to download, obtain, and properly file a hard copy signature of parent/guardian’s consent for every child profile.
◦ Medical/Clinical Professionals can create up to 100 Child Profiles for free. They can purchase upgrades for blocks of 100 Child Profiles up to 500 for $100 ($1 per additional profile). For inquiries about purchasing more than 500 Child Profiles, they should contact C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ directly. Professionals are also required to download, obtain, and properly file a hard copy signature of parent/guardian’s consent for every child profile.

The website stores personal information provided by registered users in their user profiles. All users can see, edit, or request deletion of their personal information at any time, with the exception of their username. Website administrators also have the ability to see and edit this information.

◦ Personal Data includes information relating to a child such as age, gender, medical history, and developmental data.
◦ If you need to update, change, transfer, or remove an individual’s personal information, including information within a child profile, you are required to contact C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ Administration.
◦ For your data security, identity verification may be required before making any changes.
◦ Requests will be processed within a reasonable timeframe, and you will receive confirmation once the alteration is complete. Please note that C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ reserves the right to retain certain personal information as required by law, for legitimate business purposes, or to comply with regulatory obligations. Modifications may also be subject to internal review and approval.

◦ For any issues regarding updating, changing, transferring, or removing personal information or child profiles, you should contact C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ Administration.
◦ You can reach them by email at administration@childprotocol.com

To ensure accurate tracking of a child’s development and provide timely support when needed, we recommend completing the C.H.I.L.D. PROTOCOL™ at regular intervals based on the child’s age. The recommended schedule is:

• First year (0–12 months): Monthly assessments: This is a period of rapid growth and change. Monthly check-ins help closely monitor developmental milestones during this critical time.
• Second year (13–24 months): Every 3 months: Development remains dynamic. Quarterly assessments help capture key progress in mobility, communication, and early cognition.
• Third and fourth years (25–48 months): Every 6 months: As development begins to stabilize, semiannual assessments provide a balanced view of evolving skills and behaviors.
• Fifth and sixth years (49–72 months): Once a year: Annual assessments during this stage help track readiness for school and continuing growth in all key areas.

By following this schedule, parents and professionals can work together to support the child’s healthy and holistic development over time.

Reassessment Timing:
The best timeframe for rescreening depends on the child’s age and the nature of the concerns. In general:

• If the child is under 3 years old, reassessment is recommended within 4–8 weeks of the initial screening when concerns are noted.
• For children over 3 years old, every 3–6 months is often appropriate, unless significant delays are present—then closer monitoring may be advised.

Which questionnaire to use:

• Use the same age interval questionnaire if the child is still within the same age bracket and milestones were not yet acquired. This allows you to monitor progress on the specific skills that have not yet developed.
• If the child has aged into a new interval, you may advance to the next age-based questionnaire if most prior milestones were achieved and the child is developing steadily.
• If key milestones from a previous interval are still unmet, it is recommended to continue using or revisit the earlier questionnaire to focus on areas where support is still needed. This helps prevent gaps in foundational skills and ensures accurate developmental tracking.

In short:

This flexible approach ensures that each child is assessed according to their unique developmental path—not just their chronological age—supporting timely interventions and meaningful progress.

The C.H.I.L.D. PROTOCOL™ is designed to be accessible to families and professionals across diverse communities. Here’s what’s currently available:

• Paper Version:
• • Available now in English
  • Portuguese and Spanish versions are coming soon
• Digital Version (Online Platform):
• • Available in English, Portuguese, and Spanish

We are committed to expanding language access to ensure every child’s development can be supported in their native or preferred language. Check our website for updates on additional translations and release dates.

Yes, the C.H.I.L.D. PROTOCOL™ can and should still be completed, even if a child is already receiving early intervention or specialized services. Here’s why:

• Holistic developmental profile:
  The C.H.I.L.D. PROTOCOL™ offers a comprehensive view of the child’s developmental strengths and emerging competencies across multiple domains—not just areas of delay or concern.
• Support beyond diagnosis:
  For children with diagnosed disabilities or developmental differences, the protocol helps families and professionals focus on what the child can do, not just on challenges. This can enhance individualized planning and communication among care teams.
• Considerations when interpreting scores:
  It’s important to note that children with disabilities may often score below the cutoff points established by the C.H.I.L.D. PROTOCOL™, which are based on typical developmental norms.
  In such cases, we recommend using the tool to:
• • Document progress over time, regardless of how scores compare to norms
  • Highlight strengths and functional skills rather than emphasizing delays
  • Guide individualized strategies for learning, participation, and support

Key takeaway:
For children with identified needs, the C.H.I.L.D. PROTOCOL™ is best used as a strengths-based, observational tool—not as a diagnostic comparison to typical development. It can enhance understanding, inform interventions, and empower caregivers with a broader view of the child’s growth.

The protocol gives parents and professionals a complete picture of the child’s development, including their strengths, abilities, and areas where support may still be needed. It’s not just about identifying concerns—it’s also about recognizing and building on what the child can already do.

Important considerations:

• Children with developmental delays or disabilities may often score below the typical cutoff points, which are based on what most children their age can do.
• In these cases, the assessment should be used not to compare the child to the general population, but instead to:
• • Highlight the child’s unique strengths
  • Track progress over time
  • Support goal setting and personalized strategies at home, school, or interventions.

The C.H.I.L.D. PROTOCOL™ can be a valuable tool for families and professionals to work together in understanding and supporting the child’s growth—not just to identify delays, but to celebrate achievements and guide everyday interactions.

Integration of the C.H.I.L.D. PROTOCOL™ into your classroom or clinical workflow can enhance developmental monitoring and communication. While full EHR system integration features are currently under development, here are several ways you can begin integrating the tool today:

1. Use digital reports for documentation
   The C.H.I.L.D. PROTOCOL™ generates digital summary reports that can be:
   • Saved as PDFs
   • Uploaded into your EHR system or student record platform
   • Shared with families, teachers, or healthcare providers for collaborative planning
2. Manual data entry
   If your system allows custom fields or notes, key information from the C.H.I.L.D. PROTOCOL™—such as milestone status, strengths, and areas needing support—can be manually added to the child’s file.
3. Link to developmental goals
   Use the protocol results to align with IEP/IFSP goals, classroom observations, or clinical care plans. This helps ensure that interventions are developmentally appropriate and evidence-informed.
4. Secure storage and sharing
   Until direct integration becomes available, results should be securely stored and shared through your existing systems, following HIPAA or FERPA compliance guidelines, as applicable.

Future Update:
We are working toward features that will allow for direct syncing with popular EHR and education record systems and automated tracking over time for individual children and group cohorts.

Need support?
If your school, clinic, or organization is interested in integration tools or API access, please contact our team for implementation guidance and customization options.

The C.H.I.L.D. PROTOCOL™ is a comprehensive developmental screening and observational tool, designed to provide a whole-child profile across multiple domains, including:

• Neurophysiological development
• Sensoriperceptive skills
• Psychomotor abilities (gross and fine motor)
• Communication (receptive and expressive language)
• Cognitive functioning
• Socioemotional development

However, it is not a specialized or diagnostic tool for identifying specific conditions such as:

• Speech and language disorders
• Behavioral or emotional disorders
• Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

What it can do:

• Help identify potential areas of concern across domains that may warrant closer monitoring or referral.
• Offer a broad view of strengths and challenges that can inform intervention planning and communication among professionals and caregivers.
• Support referrals to specialists by providing structured, observational data that complements more specific diagnostic tools.

What it cannot do:

• It is not intended to replace standardized assessments used by speech-language pathologists, psychologists, developmental pediatricians, or other specialists.
• It should not be used as a standalone autism screener (e.g., M-CHAT, ADOS), nor for diagnosing speech, language, or behavioral disorders.

In summary:
The C.H.I.L.D. PROTOCOL™ is best used as a foundational screening and monitoring tool, offering a clear picture of a child’s development over time. If it reveals concerns in areas such as communication, behavior, or social interaction, it can guide you in seeking more targeted evaluations by licensed professionals using specialized tools.

C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ offers additional services to support users:

• Consultation & Mentoring: These sessions are available for parents or professionals at a cost of $75 per 1-hour session. They provide access to knowledgeable mentors and experts to offer support, validate understanding, increase confidence, and enhance professional planning and timely delivery of recommended services.
• Case Review: Each C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ account holder has the opportunity to request a case review session for $100 per 1-hour session. This service allows users to discuss a child’s assessment findings and gain access to an online resource guide that provides information and linkage to referral resources, such as early intervention programs and other children’s services in their area.

◦ For Physical Products, Digital Products and Services, refunds are not available after access has been granted, unless required by law due to the nature of the content.
◦ Mentoring services and assessments are non-refundable once rendered.

◦ Yes, C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to refuse service, terminate accounts, remove or edit content, or cancel orders. This discretion implies that orders can be canceled without necessarily entitling the user to a refund, though the sources do not explicitly state “without a refund” for all cancellation scenarios.

◦ When you register, C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ collects personally identifiable information such as your email address, first and last name, phone number, and address (including state, province, ZIP/Postal code, city).
◦ The assessment portal may also collect personal information related to a child, including their age, gender, race/ethnicity, education, medical history, developmental data, and skills, where relevant for the products or services provided.
◦ Other data collected includes product purchase history and information related to your account.

◦ C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ automatically collects Usage Data (e.g., IP address, browser type and version, pages visited, time spent on pages, unique device identifiers, and other diagnostic data). This information is collected for system administration, broad demographic research, monitoring site activity levels, technical support, and improving the website based on user interests. C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ does not link IP addresses to personal information.
◦ With your permission, Location Data may be used and stored to provide and customize service features. You can enable or disable location services through your device settings.

◦ Yes, C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ uses cookies and similar tracking technologies (beacons, tags, scripts) to track activity, remember preferences, and enhance security.
◦ If you leave a comment, you may opt-in to save your name, email, and website in cookies for convenience; these last for one year.
◦ Login cookies last for two days, and screen option cookies for a year; if “Remember Me” is selected, login persists for two weeks. Editing a child profile or scale results also saves a temporary cookie (expires after 1 day).
◦ Cookies are generally non-personally identifiable.
◦ You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, some portions of the service may not be usable if you do not accept cookies.
◦ C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ does not support “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals, but you can enable or disable DNT in your browser settings.

◦ If you have an account or have left comments, you can request an exported file of the personal data C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ holds about you.
◦ You can also request that C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ erase any personal data they hold about you.
◦ For residents of the European Economic Area (EEA), specific rights under GDPR include the right to access, update, or delete your information, the right of rectification (correct inaccuracies), the right to object to processing, the right of restriction on processing, the right to data portability (receive a copy in a structured format), and the right to withdraw consent.
◦ You may be asked to verify your identity before these requests are processed. If you are unable to perform actions yourself (e.g., direct deletion), you should contact C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ Administration.

◦ The right to erase data does not include any data C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ is obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
◦ C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ will retain your Personal Data for as long as necessary to comply with legal obligations (e.g., applicable laws), resolve disputes, and enforce legal agreements and policies.

◦ C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ does not address anyone under the age of 18 (“Children”) and does not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from anyone under the age of eighteen. Users must be at least 18 years of age or have parental consent to use the website or make purchases.

◦ If you are a parent or guardian and become aware that your child has provided Personal Data to C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ without your consent, you are advised to contact C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ Administration. If C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ becomes aware that data has been collected from children without verification of parental consent, they will take steps to remove that information from their servers.

◦ C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ states that it does not release, sell, or distribute personal information to any third party, unless legally required, during a merger or acquisition, or with the individual’s consent.
◦ However, if you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email for security reasons.
◦ C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ may employ third-party companies and individuals (Service Providers) to facilitate services, perform service-related tasks, or assist in analyzing service usage. These third parties have access to your Personal Data only to perform these tasks on C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™’s behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose. Examples include Google Analytics and payment processors like Stripe.

◦ Under certain circumstances, C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ may be required to disclose your Personal Data if mandated by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
◦ This disclosure may occur if deemed necessary to comply with a legal obligation, protect C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™’s rights or property, prevent wrongdoing, protect public or user safety, or guard against legal liability.

◦ C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ will retain your Personal Data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes outlined in its Privacy Policy. This includes retaining data to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce legal agreements.
◦ Usage Data is generally retained for a shorter period, unless it’s used to enhance security, improve service functionality, or if there’s a legal obligation for longer retention.
◦ If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely to automatically recognize and approve follow-up comments.
◦ If you opt out of an assessment site link after initiating the process, the assessment and corresponding information will remain active for 24 hours for completion, after which any information entered will be deleted.

◦ C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ reserves the right to amend its Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Updates to the Privacy Policy will be posted on the C.H.I.L.D. Protocol™ webpage (https://childprotocol.com).
◦ Significant changes will be communicated via email and/or a prominent notice on the Service prior to the change becoming effective, with an updated “effective date” on the Privacy Policy page.

Your continued usage of the Site after changes means you accept those changes and agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. It is your responsibility to review the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use periodically for any changes.