Psychological Assessments
Cognitive Assessment
What is a cognitive assessment?
A cognitive assessment is used to measure a person’s cognitive abilities, including memory, attention, problem-solving skills, and language proficiency. This assessment provides an overview of the person’s strengths and weaknesses in cognitive functioning, and how they impact learning and processing of information. It can also be used to diagnose an intellectual disability, as well as provide evidence for additional support.
When should we consider a cognitive assessment?
It is worth considering a cognitive assessment if you notice difficulties in intellectual functioning such as:
- Difficulties focusing on tasks and concentrating
- Memory problems
- Challenges in planning or following instructions
- Slower working pace compared to others
- Difficulties finding words or following conversations
Educational Assessment
What is an educational assessment?
An educational assessment, which includes both a Cognitive and Achievement Assessment, is used to measure and compare a person’s intellectual abilities and academic performance. These assessments outline the strengths and weaknesses in cognitive ability and academic performance and can be used to diagnose an intellectual disability or specific learning disorder.
When should we consider an educational assessment?
It is worth considering an educational assessment if you notice difficulties in specific areas of learning such as spelling, writing, reading, and mathematics. This can include:
- Difficulties connecting letters to sounds
- Mixing up letters or sentence jumbling
- Inconsistent spelling (spelling the same word differently in one piece of writing)
- Struggles in understanding numbers, time, or symbols
- Difficulties in handwriting
Psychological Assessment Packages
Cognitive Assessment
An assessment undertaken by a psychologist to understand someone's cognitive strengths and weaknesses. Recommendations are made to better meet the needs of the individual. Assessments can be online or in-person.
Interview
Interview with the client or one parent guardian to gather background information
Assessment Sessions
Session/s with the client to undertake the assessment
Report writing
A detailed report including the results of assessment, diagnosis of intellectual disability (if applicable), and tailored behavioural and educational recommendations
Feedback session
Feedback session with the client and/or one parent/guardian to discuss the assessment and answer questions
Provisional Psychologist Fee
Psychologist Fee
Educational or Learning Assessment
An educational assessment, which includes both a Cognitive and Achievement Assessment, is used to measure and compare a person’s intellectual abilities and academic performance. These assessments outline the strengths and weaknesses in cognitive ability and academic performance and can be used to diagnose an intellectual disability or specific learning disorder.
Interview
An interview with client or one parent/guardian to gather background information
Sessions
A 60 minute - 120 minute cognitive assessment session
A 60 minute - 120 minutes academic assessment session
Report Writing
A detailed report including the results of assessment, diagnosis of intellectual disability or specific learning disorder (if applicable), and tailored behavioural and educational recommendations
Feedback session
A detailed report including the results of assessment, diagnosis of intellectual disability or specific learning disorder (if applicable), and tailored behavioural and educational recommendations
Provisional Psychologist Fee
Psychologist Fee
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