Scoring: Scoring Breakdown of the QIO Tool

The QIO uses a five-point analytic rating scale, which provides clarifying descriptions for each criterion. Quality statements are only presented for Not Acceptable (0), Acceptable (2), and Best Practice (4), as shown below.

However, the scale allows for a rating of Somewhat Acceptable (1) and Emerging Best Practice (3) in order to account for overlapping criteria. For example, an IFSP Outcome rating may meet criteria in Acceptable (2) and some in Best Practice (4), resulting in an overall rating of Emerging Best Practice (3).

Note: Updated definitions have been created for these ratings. More information can be found in the following scoring sections of this user guide.