This unit explores the evaluation process in non-formal education and in the field of dependency. It examines the theoretical and legal frameworks that guide educational assessment, clarifies key concepts such as evaluation, grading, and promotion, and analyzes the different types and moments of evaluation. Special attention is given to the evaluation of dependency, including the legal criteria, assessment tools like the Barthel and Lawton & Brody scales, and the Third-Person Assistance Scale (ATP). The topic emphasizes the importance of systematic, ethical, and contextualized evaluation for decision-making and professional practice in social education. Objectives Understand the conceptual differences between evaluation, grading, and measurement. Identify the types of evaluation based on purpose, scope, timing, and evaluators. Analyze the role of evaluation in non-formal education and its impact on learning processes. Explore the legal framework for assessing dependency in Spain, including relevant laws and official scales. Learn to apply tools such as the Barthel Index, Lawton & Brody Scale, and ATP for evaluating autonomy and support needs. Reflect on the ethical and practical implications of evaluation in educational and social contexts.