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Educational Assessment Balaclava

Academic and Learning Difficulties Assessment Balaclava

Comprehensive Academic and Learning Assessment for Children and Adults

Our academic and learning assessment service for Balaclava provides a comprehensive look at an individual’s academic performance, examining key areas including mathematics, reading, writing, spelling, listening, and oral language skills.Our psychologist near Balaclava seeks to identify potential learning difficulties or developmental delays and evaluate whether an individual meets 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?

Our academic and learning assessments are detailed and tailored to each individual’s needs, offering practical insights. The assessment process includes:

Multiple Assessment Appointments

Multiple sessions ensure a thorough and reliable assessment of academic strengths and challenges.

Thorough Questionnaires

These are undertaken by the individual and, where appropriate, by parents and teachers to help build a thorough understanding of the learning context.

Comprehensive Report Writing

A thorough report summarises assessment outcomes, identifies learning strengths and areas for development, and recommends strategies to support academic progress.

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Assessments Utilised in the Learning Assessment

We draw on well-established and respected psychological assessments to thoroughly evaluate academic and cognitive abilities:

WISC-V / WPPSI-IV Tests: These tests measure cognitive capabilities in children (aged 2+) and adults, providing valuable insights into reasoning, memory, and processing speed.
WIAT-III: This academic tool evaluates 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 Pricing and 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

Rebates may be available for eligible individuals with Medicare. Please contact us for further details.

Private Health Insurance

Rebates may be available for certain assessment sessions for patients with psychology coverage. Please contact us for more details.

Additional Rebates

Medicare rebates may apply to certain assessment sessions for patients under the age of 25. Please contact us for more details.

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How to Book

Our clear booking process is designed to make accessing academic support as easy as possible:

Initial Appointment (50 minutes)

This appointment is available 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 are carried out. During this session, the clinician guides the individual through a series of standardised tests and provides them with access to online questionnaires designed to gather relevant information for 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 Balaclava

For more information on our thorough assessments or to book an initial appointment, please contact our team. We’re here to support your or your child’s educational journey, potentially assisting them in reaching their academic potential and addressing learning challenges through targeted, professional assessments and complementary support such as art therapy.

We see patients from all parts 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 get in touch with us via phone (1800 867 090) or email (info@ttpsych.com.au) to arrange an appointment.