Goal Attainment Scale (GAS)

Disability Spot introduce a series of podcasts focused on goal-setting tools for the disability sector. Developed by students from Western Sydney University, these podcasts aim to provide valuable insights and professional development opportunities for those working in the field.

Jennifer Livas and Karen Fahmy provide an in-depth exploration of the Goal Attainment Scale (GAS). The GAS is a structured method for setting and documenting quantifiable individual goals, enabling measurement of progress or regression in therapy. The scale consists of a five-point system, ranging from -2 to +2, where zero represents the expected outcome, and the other points reflect degrees of underachievement or overachievement,

An interview with Trish, a physiotherapist, reveals the practical benefits and challenges of using GAS. Trish emphasises GAS's value in breaking down goals into achievable steps, making progress quantifiable even in complex situations. She discusses the importance of specificity in GAS goals and the skill required to write effective goals, along with potential challenges of overestimating or underestimating a child's progress.


Disability SPOT is run by a dedicated group of volunteer speech pathologists, physiotherapists and occupational therapists with the aim of providing best practice professional development and networking opportunities for members.

Membership is cheap.. at $60 per year and provides excellent value for a range of professional development and learning activities.
Consider becoming a member to network, attend our events, tap into webinars, recordings and a range of resources. Such a great way to access your CPD hours.

Our Disability SPOTLIGHT podcast is for members and non-members. Topics relate to supporting our community to achieve best practice in the disability sector.

Disability SPOT is run by a dedicated group of volunteer speech pathologists, physiotherapists and occupational therapists with the aim of providing best practice professional development and networking opportunities for members.

Membership is cheap.. at $60 per year and provides excellent value for a range of professional development and learning activities.
Consider becoming a member to network, attend our events, tap into webinars, recordings and a range of resources. Such a great way to access your CPD hours.

Our Disability SPOTLIGHT podcast is for members and non-members. Topics relate to supporting our community to achieve best practice in the disability sector.