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Academic and Learning Difficulties Assessment Ripponlea

In-Depth Academic and Learning Assessment for Children and Adults

Our academic and learning assessment service for Ripponlea 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 Ripponlea 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.Through understanding these areas, our adult and child psychologists may provide targeted support and recommendations to help improve learning outcomes in educational settings.

What Can You Expect from 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:

Multiple Assessment Appointments

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

Thorough Questionnaires

These are filled out by the individual and, where applicable, by parents and teachers to provide a well-rounded understanding of the learning context.

Professional Report Writing

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

Learning Difficulties Assessment Ripponlea

Assessments Utilised in the Learning Assessment

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

WISC-V / WPPSI-IV Tests: These tests examine cognitive capabilities in children (aged 2+) and adults, delivering 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 Pricing and Rebates

The base fee for our comprehensive Academic and Learning Assessment is $3,985. Depending on the specific tests required, there may be additional charges, and we provide full fee clarity 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

Certain assessment sessions for patients under the age of 25 may be eligible for Medicare rebates. Please contact us for more information.

Learning Difficulties Assessment near Ripponlea

How to Make a Booking

Our streamlined booking process is designed to make accessing academic support as seamless as possible:

Initial Appointment (50 minutes)

This appointment is available for adults or the parents of children undergoing assessment. The initial appointment fee is $300, and eligible patients may be able to claim a rebate 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 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.

Develop a Better Understanding of Your Child's Development with a Cognitive and Educational Assessment Ripponlea

For more information on our detailed assessments or to make an initial appointment, please contact our team. We’re here to support your or your child’s educational journey, potentially helping them work towards their academic potential and manage learning challenges through targeted, professional assessments and complementary support such as art therapy.

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