Psych Assessments for Academic Purposes
We handle a great deal of assessments for academic purposes. Our Clinical Psychologists work with parents, students, educators, administrators, social workers, and other professionals to determine what types of evaluation or testing are necessary for their specific needs, and then administer the evaluations. Test results, recommendations, written reports and other relevant documentation are provided following evaluation. Expedited Reports and 24-hour turnaround options are available upon special request.
Methodology
Psychological Assessments for academic and educational purposes include a review of all relevant historical and medical documentation, interviews with children/adolescents, parents and teachers when possible, followed by and the administration of accepted psychological testing needed. Lastly, a verbal feedback and a treatment plans focused on resolving the child’s problems is provided. A written psychological report is provided. At the time when the written report is provided to the requesting party the psychologist will address any questions/concerns the child/adolescent may have. This written report is a legal document that is generally about 10-20 pages long. It includes specific sections pertaining to the assessment purpose, as well as an interpretation of the tests administered. Common psychological assessment methods for educational purposes include:
- Clinical Interview
- Appropriate Learning Disabilities Testing
- Psychoeducational Testing & Planning
- Intelligence Tests
- Other Standardized Psycho Diagnostic Testing - As Needed
Common Academic Reasons for Psychological Assessments
- Advocate For The Student and Set Up For Success
- Asperger’s Syndrome & Autism
- Attention Deficit Disorder, ADD, ADHD
- Confirm Giftedness or High Intelligence
- Design Best Educational Planning
- Documentation of Learning Disabilities, Shyness, or Social Skills Challenges
- Evaluations for 504 and Chapter 766/Special Education
- Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs)
- Identify Area of Vocational Interest & Aptitude
- Make Qualified Personal and Academic Recommendations
- Professional Opinion on Parent-Student-School Conflicts or Behavior Issues
- Provide Educational Accommodations
- Qualify for Test Accommodations (SAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, Licensure Exams, etc.)
- Understand & Alleviate Various Forms of Psychological Discomfort
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