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Educational Assessment Armadale

Academic and Learning Difficulties Assessment Armadale

In-Depth Academic and Learning Assessment for Children and Adults

Our academic and learning assessment service for Armadale residents offers a thorough evaluation of an individual’s academic performance, covering key areas including mathematics, reading, writing, spelling, listening, and oral language skills.Our psychologist near Armadale seeks to identify potential learning difficulties or developmental delays and evaluate whether an individual meets the criteria for a Specific Learning Disorder (SLD) diagnosis.Through understanding these areas, our adult and child psychologists may provide targeted support and recommendations to help improve learning outcomes in educational settings.

What is Involved in an Academic and Learning Assessment?

Our academic and learning assessments are wide-ranging and tailored to address each individual’s needs, delivering valuable insights. The assessment process includes:

Several Assessment Appointments

Multiple sessions are conducted to support a thorough and consistent assessment of academic strengths and challenges.

In-Depth Questionnaires

These are completed by the individual and, if applicable, by parents and teachers to provide a comprehensive understanding of the learning context.

Thorough Report Writing

A detailed report summarises assessment outcomes, identifies learning strengths and areas for improvement, and recommends strategies for academic support.

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Tools Utilised in the Learning Assessment

We employ well-established and respected psychological assessments to thoroughly assess academic and cognitive abilities:

WISC-V / WPPSI-IV Tests: These tests assess cognitive capabilities in children (aged 2+) and adults, providing insights into reasoning, memory, and processing speed.
WIAT-III: This academic tool examines skills in reading, written and oral expression, and mathematics from preschool through secondary school.
BASC-3 Questionnaires: These tools provide a behavioural and emotional profile from the perspectives of teachers, parents, and the individual, offering valuable insights into factors influencing academic performance.

Academic and Learning Assessment Fees and Available Rebates

The base fee for our thorough Academic and Learning Assessment is $3,985. Depending on the specific tests required, there may be additional charges, and we provide complete fee transparency following the initial appointment. Rebates may be available as follows:

Medicare Rebates

Medicare rebates may be available for eligible patients. Please contact us for more information.

Private Health Insurance

Private health insurance rebates may be available for certain assessment sessions for patients with psychology coverage. Please get in touch with us for more details.

Additional Rebates

For patients under the age of 25, Medicare rebates may apply to certain assessment sessions. Please get in touch with us for more details.

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How to Make a Booking

Our straightforward booking process is designed to make accessing academic support as smooth as possible:

Initial Appointment (50 minutes)

This appointment is for adults or the parents of children undergoing assessment. The appointment fee is $300 and may be claimable through Medicare or Private Health Insurance.

Assessment Confirmation

After the initial appointment, we confirm the most suitable assessments and provide a detailed fee structure. The assessment fee, which includes report writing, will vary depending on the required tests.

Assessment Appointments

These appointments are where the formal assessments take place. During this session, the clinician guides the individual through a series of standardised tests and gives them access to online questionnaires designed to gather detailed information relevant to the evaluation.

Feedback Appointment (50 minutes)

The assessment process 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.

Gain a Better Understanding of Your Child's Development with a Cognitive and Educational Assessment Armadale

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 areas 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 contact us via phone (1800 867 090) or email (info@ttpsych.com.au) to organise an appointment.