Professionals depend on the Kaufman Brief Intelligence Test—Second Edition (KBIT–2) to measure both verbal and non-verbal ability— quickly and cost-effectively. Developed by leading cognitive ability experts Alan and Nadeen Kaufman, this well-respected test provides highly valid, reliable results and is useful for a broad range of purposes.

Second Edition Builds on Reputation for Quality

The KBIT–2 can be used with a wide variety of populations to help:

• Obtain a quick estimate of intelligence
• Estimate an individual's verbal versus nonverbal intelligence
• Re-evaluate the intellectual status of a child or adult who previously received thorough cognitive assessment
• Screen to identify students who may benefit from enrichment or gifted programs
• Identify strengths and weaknesses according to RTI guidelines
• Obtain a quick estimate of the intellectual ability of adults in institutional settings, such as prisons, group homes, rehabilitation clinics, or mental health centres

 

Key Features

• The KBIT–2 presents attractive, high-quality testing materials at a reasonable cost, with full-colour items specially designed to appeal to children and reluctant examinees.
• Norming procedures and item selection reflect a strong commitment to cultural fairness.
• The improved Verbal Scale includes receptive and expressive vocabulary items that do not require reading or spelling.
• Scores are provided on a familiar scale (M = 100 and the SD = 15).
• The KBIT–2 has been co-normed with the Kaufman Test of Educational Achievement–Second Edition (KTEA–II) Brief Form for ages 26–90.

Scales

The KBIT–2 provides a balanced assessment by measuring two distinct cognitive abilities:

• Verbal Scale–Contains two item types: Verbal Knowledge and Riddles
• Nonverbal Scale–A Matrices subtest