We support the use of PEDS-R^® in research and aim to minimise costs. We offer preferential rates for researchers from research institutes or not-for-profit organisations. Our preferential rates include:

• A one-off fee of $250 (including GST)
• Access to the PEDS-R^® team to discuss the research study if required
• Assistance with implementing the PEDS-R^® into the research study
• A small fee per participant per assessment
• Discounted training options

We offer several licencing options for PEDS-R^® in research, which will incur different fees:

• Print-only access
• Fillable PDF access
• Electronic adaptation of PEDS-R^® into your research materials

A PEDS-R^® in Research Sub-Licence Agreement is required before using PEDS-R^® in research. PEDS-R^® in Research Sub-Licence Agreements are separate to other PEDS-R^® Sub-Licences that organisations hold. 

For PEDS-R^® to provide useful data

• There are very strict directions for use of the PEDS-R^®.
• The same directions need to be followed whether in practice or research.
• Can only be used in research if the researcher is trained in the use of the PEDS-R^®.

To find out more about using PEDS-R^® in your research please contact us

PEDS^® in research 

PEDS^® (the version of PEDS^® prior to PEDS-R^®) has been used in a wide variety of research studies to screen children’s development, either as a means of determining eligibility for a particular study or as an outcome measure.

Early childhood development and early detection

Dr Frances Page Glascoe has co-authored a book titled 'Identifying and Addressing Developmental-Behavioral Problems: A Practical Guide for Medical and Non-medical Professionals, Trainees, Researchers and Advocates' ISBN 9781 7600 19822 This is a valuable resource for practitioners wanting to understand early childhood development and early detection.  For more information on how to order this book please contact us.