Assessment takes approximately 8 to 16 hours. Testing time may only take up to 4 hours.

Private educational testing can provide valuable insights into your child’s learning style, strengths, and weaknesses. However, the cost of these tests can come as a surprise, especially when compared to the free services public schools provide. 

Private educational testing is also known as a psychoeducational evaluation, psychoeducational assessment, psycho-educational testing, and educational evaluation. 

My services focus on providing comprehensive psycho-educational assessments for individuals in the age range of children and young adults. I have expertise in identifying and addressing common issues such as Learning Disorders such as dyslexia and ADHD.

I specifically examine how cognitive, emotional, and behavioral challenges impact educational or work performance. By understanding the barriers that hinder success, I offer precise clinical (DSM 5) and/or educational (IDEA) diagnoses, if applicable, along with personalized recommendations for effective strategies, interventions, and accommodations.

What types of tests are included?

Private educational testing can include a variety of assessments, depending on the needs of the child. 

Some common types of tests include cognitive testing, which measures a child’s intellectual abilities and potential; achievement testing, which assesses a child’s academic skills in areas like reading, writing, and math; and diagnostic testing, which can identify learning disabilities, ADHD, or other challenges that may be impacting a child’s academic performance. 

Other types of tests may also be used, depending on the child’s specific needs.

It’s important to understand that the results of the evaluation do not come from one single part of the testing process.  The results of a battery of tests help inform the overall conclusion. 

Comprehensive Testing Process

Our testing process involves a thorough assessment comprising the following steps:

• Background History and School Records: We gather relevant background information and review school records.

• Interviews: We conduct interviews with parents, educators, and the individual being assessed.

• Behavior Rating Scales: We utilize behavior rating scales to gain further insights.

• Direct Testing: We perform comprehensive cognitive, processing, and academic achievement testing. This typically involves two to three sessions, each lasting between two and three hours.

• Interpretation and Reporting: We interpret the test results and provide a final written report.

• Follow-Up Meeting: We schedule a follow-up meeting to review the results and discuss recommendations.

Additionally, school observations may be recommended and included in the assessment process based on specific needs. In some cases, speech and language testing, as well as autism-specific testing, may be necessary in addition to psycho-educational testing.