Assessment is key to effective early intervention, ensuring timely and accurate identification of communication needs. This session introduces a comprehensive approach to evaluating communication skills in young children with diverse abilities. Participants will learn evidence-based tools and strategies to identify strengths and needs, integrate family and environmental factors, and align assessment with intervention goals. Through practical examples and a case study, attendees will explore methods for assessing expressive/receptive language, social communication, and AAC readiness. They will leave with actionable tools to enhance their assessment practices and better support communication development in young learners.