Youth Assessment and Prioritization Tool
The YAP Tool is a non-clinical, strengths-based assessment of youth who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness that strives to be as accurate as possible, in a non-prescriptive and youth-driven way.
Access the YAP Tool
The assessment is designed specifically to determine and prioritize each young person’s most appropriate and beneficial support and referral needs while identifying the young person’s risk factors and strengths which will be essential in supporting them moving forward.
First Step
Readiness Assessment
Second Step
Two-day Training
Third Step
Train the Trainer Certification
Third Step
Ongoing Support and Technical Assistance
General FAQs
What ages is the YAP appropriate for?
The YAP is a youth specific assessment. It is understood that many communities or agencies view youth differently when it comes to age. Best practice is up to the age of 24. There may be instances of it being used with older young people. The youngest age should probably be no less than 12.
Is there a fee to use the YAP Tool?
No. It is free to use. There is a mandatory 2 day training session. There is a standard fee, plus travel expenses for the training and certification. Specifics can be discussed on a training by training basis depending on circumstances. Contact WalRhon to inquire further. The training is a train the trainer format making the use of the tool sustainable for organizations. We can work with you to design the training to best suit your organization/communities needs. Additionally, the completion of the training gives trainees access to post training support through WalRhon at no additional cost. This could include conference calls, webinars, or whatever is needed to continue to support people in the administration of the tool. This also included free notification of any updates and changes and access to any documentation related to changes.
Do we need to complete the training to use this site?
In order to have access to the assessment tool, organizations need to have completed the mandatory two day training. At the end of the training, organizations will be given their organizational account to use the site to upload completed assessments.
How long does the assessment typically take?
This varies depending on the young person. The average time for the pre-screen is approximately 15 minutes and the full interview takes 45 minutes to an hour. It all depends on how much the young person is open to talking and the things there are to talk about. As mentioned earlier, it may be appropriate to break the interview up into more than one sitting to help with difficulties associated with completion of the tool.
Can the YAP tool be accessed outside of Canada?
Yes. The YAP website can be accessed within North America, the United Kingdom, and Australia.