Assessments

$1,200*

A cognitive assessment, also known as an IQ test or psychometric assessment, helps to identify a child’s potential for learning and their preferred learning style. Cognitive assessments help psychologists to determine a child’s strengths and weaknesses in several cognitive skill areas including verbal comprehension, visuospatial skills, fluid reasoning, working memory and processing speed.

How can a cognitive assessment help?

Cognitive assessments can be performed to help with the following:

• Contribute to the diagnosis of learning difficulties or disabilities in children to develop a tailored learning plan and provide recommendations for classroom accommodations
• Evaluating a child’s cognitive strengths and weaknesses to ascertain how a child learns
• Determining the severity and impact of intellectual disability on a child’s learning and provide practical strategies to support them in the classroom
• Providing information to assist with school or government funding applications, teaching support and special provisions 
• Identifying intellectual giftedness

Learning Links’ psychologists use a range of assessment tools to evaluate a child’s strengths and needs. The most common tools used in cognitive assessments include: 

• Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-V)
• Wechsler Preschool & Primary Scale of Intelligence (WPPSI-IV)
• Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS- IV)
• Standford Binet-5 (SB-5)

*A refundable 50% deposit is required to secure an assessment booking.

For more information or to book a cognitive assessment call 1300 003 900 or enquire online.

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Educational assessments help psychologists to identify a child’s strengths and skill levels in the areas of reading, writing, mathematics and written expression. 

How can an educational assessment help? 

Educational assessments can be conducted to help with the following: 

• Identifying a child’s level of academic skill in specific areas 
• Diagnosis of a specific learning disorder such as Dyslexia or Dyscalculia
• Developing strategies and classroom accommodations to support specific learning strengths and difficulties 
• Informing the development of an Individualised Learning Plan 

Learning Links’ psychologists use a range of assessment tools to evaluate a child’s strengths and needs. The most common tools used in educational assessments include: 

• Wechsler Individual Achievement Test (WIAT-III)

*A refundable 50% deposit is required to secure an assessment booking.

For more information or to book an educational assessment call 1300 003 900 or enquire online.

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$1,200*

A behavioural assessment involves a combination of parent and teacher interviews, observations, questionnaires and use of different assessment tools. The comprehensive assessment helps you understand the behaviours and emotions of children and adolescents e.g. aggression, anxiety, social skills, self-esteem etc. 

How can a behavioural assessment help?

Behavioural assessments can be conducted to help with the following: 

• Identifying challenging behaviours that are developmentally inappropriate for the child’s age
• Aiding the diagnosis of behavioural disorders such as ADHD, ODD or Conduct Disorder 
• Evaluating the of effectiveness of behavioural interventions

Learning Links’ psychologists use a range of assessment tools to evaluate a child’s behaviours. The most common tools used in behavioural assessments include:

• Behavior Assessment System for Children (BASC-3)

*A refundable 50% deposit is required to secure an assessment booking.

For more information or to book an behavioural assessment call 1300 003 900 or enquire online.

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$2050*

An ADHD assessment is a comprehensive evaluation using multiple testing tools and observation methods to identify whether your child may present with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The ADHD assessment involves interviews, observation, cognitive assessment, and feedback from teachers, carers and others who regularly interact with your child. ADHD assessments aim to evaluate challenging behaviour in children and adolescents, particularly in the areas of inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. 

Learning Links’ psychologists analyse the results to determine whether a child’s behaviour meets the diagnostic criteria for ADHD outlined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5-TR).

*A refundable 50% deposit is required to secure an assessment booking.

** If a cognitive assessment has previously been completed, the ADHD assessment price may be reduced to $1,200.

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Two Sessions | $2500*

The diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) requires a comprehensive psychological assessment using a range of observation and interview methods and assessment tools. The autism assessment takes place over two sessions. One session is a structured interview with the parent or carer and the other is a play-based observation of the child.

A cognitive assessment may also need to be completed if one has not been completed recently or you require an understanding of ASD level as part of your child’s diagnosis. This is an additional fee of $850.

How can an Autism assessment help?

Autism assessments can help with:

• Identifying a child’s unique behaviours, interests and social and communication difficulties
• Developing a tailored management and learning support plan with recommendations for appropriate interventions and accommodations
• Assisting with applications for school and government funding and access to a specialised support teacher

Learning Links’ psychologists use the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS), an accredited play-based autism assessment tool, to observe children’s play, communication and social interaction. We also use the Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R) to conduct the parent interview.

*A refundable 50% deposit is required to secure an assessment booking.

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$2050*

A diagnosis of Dyscalculia requires a combination of psychological assessments to determine if a child’s difficulties are primarily in the area of mathematics. A comprehensive Dyscalculia assessment involves both a cognitive and educational assessment to evaluate a child’s strengths and weaknesses across all cognitive and academic areas as well as interviews with family members. 

Please note, to undertake a Dyscalculia assessment, it is a prerequisite that your child has received targeted intervention for their maths difficulties, such as an in-school numeracy program or out-of-school tutoring, and that their difficulties have been present for at least six months.

*A refundable 50% deposit is required to secure an assessment booking.

For more information or to book a Dyscalculia assessment call 1300 003 900 or enquire online.

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$2050*

A Dyslexia assessment includes a combination of cognitive and educational assessments and interviews. This comprehensive assessment evaluates a child’s strengths and weaknesses across all cognitive and academic areas to identify if a child’s difficulties are primarily in the areas of reading and spelling. 

Please note, to undertake a Dyslexia assessment, it is a prerequisite that your child has received targeted intervention for their reading difficulties, such as an in-school literacy program or out-of-school tutoring, and that their difficulties have been present for at least six months.

*A refundable 50% deposit is required to secure an assessment booking.

For more information or to book a Dyslexia assessment call 1300 003 900 or enquire online.

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