Specific Learning Disorders (SLD) are neurodevelopmental disorders that are characterized by a persistent impairment in at least one of three major areas: reading, written expression, and/or math. An estimated 5 to 15% of school-age children struggle with a learning disorder. An estimated 80% of those with learning disorders have an impairment in reading in particular (commonly referred to as dyslexia). There is a high comorbidity of specific learning disorder with other neurodevelopmental disorders (such as ADHD) as well as anxiety*.
LEARNING ASSESSMENT PROCESS
Inkblot Psychology Clinic provides comprehensive psychometric assessments to assess for possible learning disorders including:
dyslexia (disorder of reading)
dysgraphia (disorder of written expression)
dyscalculia (disorder of mathematics)*
This process includes:
Parent/Guardian Interview - 1 hour
Assessment - 3.5 hours*
Cognitive (IQ) assessment
Functional assessment of literacy skills (phonetical knowledge, word reading, reading rate, comprehension, accuracy)
Functional assessment of written expression skills (spelling, handwriting, grammar and punctuation, organisation and clarity)
Functional assessment of numeracy skills
Feedback (approximately 4-5 weeks following the assessment)
Comprehensive Report provided
Feedback Consultation (30 mins)
Total Fee $1750
There is a $100 non-refundable booking fee, credited to the completed assessment cost, taken at the time of booking. $700 is payable at the time of parent interview, and the balance is due on the day of the assessment.
*Durations provided above for the assessments are a guide and may vary depending on your child’s age and abilities.
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