Psychoeducational Assessments

Overview of Psychoeducational Assessments

Psychoeducational assessments involve a thorough examination to understand why individuals may face challenges in learning or academic settings. We aim to identify the underlying reasons for difficulties experienced by children, adolescents, or adults in school, daycare, and with homework.

Process Overview

  1. Data Collection:
    • Gathering extensive information about the individual's learning profile.
  2. Initial Consultation:
    • Meeting with parents or caregivers to discuss background information and learning difficulties.
  3. Review and Analysis:
    • Reviewing report cards and consulting with teachers and resource teachers (with client permission).
  4. Testing Components:
    • Administering various tests, including:
      • Global IQ measures
      • Memory Testing
      • Phonics awareness and decoding skills
      • Executive Functioning evaluations
  5. Consideration of Additional Challenges:
    • Addressing concurrent issues such as anxiety, school absences, and recent life changes that may impact learning.
  6. Integration and Evaluation:
    • Integrating findings from interviews, teacher discussions, and testing to form a comprehensive evaluation.

Feedback and Recommendations

Upon completing data integration:

  • Feedback Appointment:
    • Sharing assessment results and recommendations with clients.
  • Strategic Planning:
    • Exploring effective strategies to enhance the learning experience at school and daycare.
  • Advocacy and Support:
    • Providing a detailed report for advocacy in educational settings, advocating for necessary supports and accommodations.

 

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