Classification

Question 1

Mild

Answer 1

Struggle with academic skills + complex language comprehension

Basic self care, practical and domestic activities

Live relatively independently

Employment, may require support

Question 2

Moderate

Answer 2

Academic and language skills vary, usually basic

Some can manage basic self care, practical + domestic activities

Most need significant support to live independently + maintain employment

Question 3

Severe

Answer 3

Very limited language capacity + academic skills

Often have motor impairments

Daily support in a supervised environment

Some may develop basic self-care with intensive support and training

Question 4

Profound

Answer 4

Very limited communication ability

Academic skills limited to basic concrete skills

Motor + sensory impairments usually present

Daily support in supervised care environment usually needed