Skills Related to Toileting

Question 1

Age 1 year

Answer 1

• Expresses discomfort when diaper is wet or dirty
• Moves bowels regularly

Question 2

Age 1.5 years

Answer 2

• Can sit on toilet with supervision

Question 3

Age 2 years

Answer 3

• Begins to show interest in toileting and potty training
• Can stay dry for 2 hours or more
• Can flush toilet independently
• Urinates regularly

Question 4

Age 2.5 years

Answer 4

• Tells someone when having to go to the bathroom
• Can be on a regular toileting schedule
• May need assistance to get positioned on the toilet
• Wakes up dry at night
• Can wipe self after urinating
• Washes hands independently

Question 5

Age 3 years

Answer 5

• Goes to the bathroom independently
• May need assistance wiping, particularly after bowel movements
• May need assistance fastening or managing some clothing items

Question 6

Age 4 to 5 years

Answer 6

• Independent with toileting, including washing hands and clothing management