Academic and Learning Difficulties Assessment Balaclava
In-Depth Academic and Learning Assessment for Children and Adults
Our academic and learning assessment service for Balaclava 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 works to identify potential learning difficulties or developmental delays and assess 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 Involved in an Academic and Learning Assessment?
A Series of Assessment Appointments
Multiple sessions ensure a thorough and reliable 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.
Comprehensive Report Writing
A thorough report summarises assessment outcomes, identifies learning strengths and areas for development, and recommends strategies to support academic progress.
Tests 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 examines 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 Costs and Rebates
Medicare Rebates
Rebates through Medicare may be available for eligible patients. Please get in touch with us for more 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
Certain assessment sessions for patients under the age of 25 may be eligible for Medicare rebates. Please contact us for more information.
How to Make a Booking
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 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.
Better Understand 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 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 get in touch with us via phone (1800 867 090) or email (info@ttpsych.com.au) to arrange an appointment.