Academic and Learning Difficulties Assessment Glen Huntly
Academic and Learning Assessment for Children and Adults
Our academic and learning assessment service for Glen Huntly delivers a detailed review of an individual’s academic performance, with a focus on key areas such as mathematics, reading, writing, spelling, listening, and oral language skills.
Our psychologist endeavours to identify potential learning difficulties or developmental delays and determine whether an individual may meet the criteria for a Specific Learning Disorder (SLD) diagnosis.
By gaining a thorough understanding of these areas, our adult and child psychologists may offer targeted support and recommendations to support better learning outcomes in educational settings.
What is Included in an Academic and Learning Assessment?
Multiple Assessment Appointments
Multiple appointments help ensure a comprehensive and reliable evaluation of academic strengths and challenges.
Detailed Questionnaires
These are completed by the individual and, if relevant, by parents and teachers to support a comprehensive understanding of the learning environment.
Professional Report Writing
A thorough report summarises assessment outcomes, identifies learning strengths and areas for development, and recommends strategies to support academic progress.
Tools Utilised in the Learning Assessment
- WISC-V / WPPSI-IV Tests: These tests evaluate cognitive capabilities in children (aged 2+) and adults, offering insights into reasoning, memory, and processing speed.
- WIAT-III: This academic tool measures skills in reading, written and oral expression, and mathematics from preschool through secondary school.
- BASC-3 Questionnaires: These tools offer a behavioural and emotional profile from the perspectives of teachers, parents, and the individual, supplying meaningful insights into factors that may affect academic performance.
Academic and Learning Assessment Fees and Available Rebates
Medicare Rebates
Medicare rebates may be available for eligible patients. Please contact us for more information.
Private Health Insurance
Rebates may be available for certain assessment sessions for individuals with psychology coverage through their private health insurance. Please contact us for more information.
Additional Rebates
Medicare rebates may apply to certain assessment sessions for patients under the age of 25. Please contact us for more details.
Appointment Booking Process
Initial Appointment (50 minutes)
This appointment is for adults or the parents of children undergoing assessment. The fee for this appointment is $300 and may be claimable through Medicare or Private Health Insurance.
Assessment Confirmation
Following the initial appointment, we confirm the appropriate assessments and provide a detailed fee structure. The assessment fee, which includes report writing, varies depending on the required tests.
Assessment Appointments
These appointments are where the formal assessments are conducted. During this session, the clinician guides the individual through a series of standardised tests and provides access to online questionnaires designed to gather detailed information relevant to the evaluation.
Feedback Appointment (50 minutes)
The assessment concludes with a feedback appointment where a detailed report is provided. This session, priced at $300, may also be claimable through Medicare or Private Health Insurance.
Better Understand Your Child's Development with a Cognitive and Educational Assessment Glen Huntly
For more information on our comprehensive assessments or to arrange an initial appointment, please contact our team. We’re here to support your or your child’s educational journey, potentially assisting them in achieving their academic potential and navigating learning challenges through targeted, professional assessments and complementary support such as art therapy.
We see patients from all locations of Melbourne including Caulfield, St Kilda, Balaclava, Ripponlea, Elwood, Armadale, Prahran, Brighton, Gardenvale, Ormond, Glen Huntly, Malvern, Windsor, Bentleigh, Mckinnon, Carnegie, Hampton and more.
Please reach out to us via phone (1800 867 090) or email (info@ttpsych.com.au) to organise an appointment.