What is included in this assessment?

Our free Executive Functioning Assessment is a downloadable, fillable PDF that evaluates 11 key executive functioning skills: Planning, Time Management, Task Initiation, Organization, Problem-Solving, Flexibility, Working Memory, Emotional Control, Impulse Control, Attentional Control, and Self-Monitoring. This tool features practical, real-life questions relevant to everyday situations, making it useful for neurodivergent individuals, parents, educators, and professionals. It provides clear insights to support self-advocacy, independence, and personal growth. The assessment includes two formats (a Standard Version with a traditional rating scale and a Smiley-O-Meter Version for those who prefer a more visual format), built-in real-time scoring, a Score Summary Page, a Dynamic Scoring Spreadsheet for tracking progress over time, a Where to Start Guide to help interpret results and explore next steps, and is available in both English & Spanish, accurately translated by a native Spanish speaker and professional in the field.

Who is this assessment for?

This assessment is designed for high school students, college students, and adults, but it has also been successfully used with children as young as 10 years old. Educators, therapists, and professionals working with neurodivergent learners will also find it useful for identifying areas that may need additional support. We are currently developing a dedicated tool for younger children, but in the meantime, we recommend the ESQ-R, a free resource developed by Peg Dawson, for those looking for assessments tailored to younger learners.

Who should administer this assessment?

This assessment is designed to be flexible and accessible. It can be self-administered by individuals who want to reflect on their executive functioning skills, facilitated by professionals (including teachers, therapists, psychologists, SLPs, OTs, EF coaches, and support staff), or completed with a trusted adult such as a parent or caregiver. Because it is not a clinical diagnostic tool, it is ideal for self-reflection, coaching, educational support, and skill-building.

Why THIS executive functioning assessment?

This assessment stands out because it covers all 11 core executive function skills, providing a comprehensive overview. It’s practical and real-world focused—the questions relate to everyday tasks and responsibilities. It’s free, eliminating financial barriers, and is designed by professionals with both expertise in supporting executive function and lived experience with neurodivergence. It includes real-time scoring, a Score Summary Page, and a Dynamic Scoring Spreadsheet, making it easy to monitor progress over time. Unlike clinical assessments, it is designed for everyday use and is easy to complete, interpret, and apply.

Has this assessment been scientifically validated?

While this tool has not undergone traditional scientific validation, it is a data-informed resource developed using questionnaire data from our extensive client base, reflecting common executive functioning challenges. Its practical, real-life applications make it highly relevant for students, educators, parents, and professionals. With a strengths-based approach that focuses on both challenges and areas of competence, this assessment serves as a valuable starting point for reflection, skill-building, and professional support. It is data-informed rather than data-driven, meaning that while data informs its design, personal insights and practical observations also shape the results.

Can I take only parts of the assessment?

Yes. Because this assessment is structured as 11 discrete skill areas, you can choose to complete only specific sections if you want to focus on certain executive functioning skills, such as time management or emotional control. Each section stands alone, so you don’t need to complete the entire assessment in one sitting.

What should I do with the assessment results?

After completing the assessment, you’ll have a clearer picture of which executive functioning areas are strengths and which may need support. You can track progress over time using the included Dynamic Scoring Spreadsheet, explore skill-building resources like our Real-Life Executive Functioning Workbook (use code LSA20 for 20% off), and if professional guidance is needed, consider executive function coaching or discussing the results with a therapist or educator.

Can I use this assessment to help me write my IEPs?

Yes! This assessment can help identify executive functioning areas that may need support, making it a useful tool for IEP goal development. However, we recommend using it alongside other validated assessments to ensure a comprehensive evaluation.

Who created this assessment?

This tool was developed by Chris Hanson – a special education teacher and founder of Life Skills Advocate with lived experience as a neurodivergent adult; Amy Sippl, BCBA – a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over a decade of experience supporting neurodivergent learners and their families; Jennifer Schmidt, M.S. Ed. – a school psychologist specializing in supporting diverse learners; and Carolina Robles, BCBA – a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, native Spanish speaker, and advocate for language accessibility who professionally translated the assessment into Spanish.

Why is this assessment free? What's the catch?

There’s no catch. We believe everyone should have access to tools that support self-awareness and skill development, which is why we provide this assessment for free.

Are the results printable?

Yes! The assessment is a fillable PDF, so you can complete it digitally or print it out for handwritten completion. The results can also be printed for IEPs, therapy sessions, or personal tracking.

Is the assessment available in multiple languages?

Yes! The assessment is available in both English & Spanish, translated by a native Spanish speaker and professional in the field to ensure accuracy and accessibility for Spanish-speaking individuals, families, and professionals.

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Name: Executive Functioning Assessment
SKU: LSA-EF-Assessment-001
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Inside the Setting Boundaries Power Skill workbook: the Boundary Check-In self-assessment page

FROM SETTING BOUNDARIES - Check in on where you stand

Inside the Task Initiation Power Skill workbook: the 5 Second Launch Pad mission page

FROM TASK INITIATION - A quick mission to get moving

Inside the Asking for Help Power Skill workbook: the My Help Network mapping page

FROM ASKING FOR HELP - Map your support squad

Inside the Time Management Power Skill workbook: the Weekly Planner page

FROM TIME MANAGEMENT - A planner you will actually use

FROM SETTING BOUNDARIES - Check in on where you stand

FROM TASK INITIATION - A quick mission to get moving

FROM ASKING FOR HELP - Map your support squad

FROM TIME MANAGEMENT - A planner you will actually use

WHAT'S INCLUDED

All nine, in one library

Every workbook below is included in the $79 bundle. Prefer to start with just one? Each is $15 on its own.

Asking for Help

$15 on its own

Assertive Communication

Active Listening

Setting Boundaries

Conflict Management

Time Management

Planning & Prioritizing

Task Initiation

Organizing Spaces

With more coming soon

MEETING BASIC NEEDS

Flexibility & Adaptability
Cooking Simple Meals
Personal Hygiene & Health
Housekeeping
Home Safety
Medication & Health Management

STRESS & SELF-CARE

Building a Recreation Life
Stress Management
Self-Care Routines
Healthy Relationships

OUT IN THE WORLD

Transportation & Navigation
Personal Finance
Finding & Keeping a Job
Professionalism

LEADERSHIP & TEAMWORK

Teamwork & Collaboration
Leadership & Initiative
Mentoring & Empowering

LONG-TERM SUCCESS

Citizenship & Voting
Understanding Legal Basics
Self-Advocacy
Self-Determination

WHO IT'S FOR

Built for the people doing the supporting

Young adult

Doing the growing-up part yourself? Start where you are, pick the skill that matters most, and work at your own pace.

Educators & support pros

Special education teachers, EF coaches, transition specialists, para-educators. Printable, low-prep, and built around real-life skills students can use right away.

Parents & caregivers

You are helping a teen or young adult build toward independence. This gives you calm, ready-to-use structure instead of one more thing to figure out from scratch.

WHO MADE IT

Made by people who do this work

Lived experience and serious practice, in a coaching and learning tool, not a clinical program.

Made by people who do this work

Lived experience and serious practice, in a coaching and learning tool, not a clinical program.

Chris Hanson, executive function coach and co-author of the Adulting Like A Champ workbook

Chris Hanson, BS

Former special education teacher, executive function coach, and founder of Life Skills Advocate. Neurodivergent himself, he builds the tools he wished he had.

Amy Sippl, executive function specialist and co-author of the Adulting Like A Champ workbook

Amy Sippl, MS, BCBA

Board Certified Behavior Analyst and co-author. She keeps every exercise practical, clear, and grounded in real life.

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FAQs

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What is in the bundle?

All nine Power Skill workbooks: Asking for Help, Assertive Communication, Active Listening, Setting Boundaries, Conflict Management, Time Management, Planning & Prioritizing, Task Initiation, and Organizing Spaces.

What format are the workbooks?

Printable PDF workbooks you can fill in on screen or print at home. They open on a computer, tablet, or phone.

Can I buy just one?

Yes. Every workbook is $15 on its own, in the grid above. The $79 bundle is the lower-cost way to get all nine.

Does the bundle include future workbooks?

No. The $79 bundle is these nine. New workbooks release monthly and are sold on their own or in later bundles. The All-Access Pass (coming later) is the way to get everything, including future releases.

Can I get a refund?

You are fully protected by our 100% Satisfaction-Guarantee. If you and your learner aren't satisfied within 30 days of purchase, just let us know and we'll send you a prompt refund. Please note that no refunds will be issued beyond this 30-day period.

Is this the same as the free workbook?

No. The free Adulting Like A Champ workbook is the front door. These nine go deeper, one Power Skill at a time.

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