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Educational Assessment Elwood

Academic and Learning Difficulties Assessment Elwood

Comprehensive Academic and Learning Assessment for Children and Adults

Our academic and learning assessment service for Elwood 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 near Elwood 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.With insights gained across these areas, our adult and child psychologists are able to offer tailored support and recommendations aimed at improving 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:

Several Assessment Appointments

Multiple sessions allow for a thorough and dependable assessment of academic strengths and challenges.

Thorough 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 documents assessment outcomes, identifies learning strengths and areas for growth, and provides recommendations for academic support strategies.

Measures Utilised in the Learning Assessment

We use well-established and respected psychological assessments to comprehensively evaluate 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 assesses skills in reading, written and oral expression, and mathematics from preschool through secondary school.
BASC-3 Questionnaires: These tools generate a behavioural and emotional profile from the perspectives of teachers, parents, and the individual, yielding valuable insights into factors that may contribute to academic performance.

Academic and Learning Assessment Fees 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 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

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

Learning Difficulties Assessment near Elwood

Booking Process

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

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 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 concludes with a feedback appointment where a comprehensive 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 Elwood

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 service 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.