What is psycho-educational testing?
Psycho-educational testing is a specialized evaluation that combines psychological and educational assessments. The purpose of this type of testing is to gain a better understanding of a child’s cognitive functioning and how it may be impacting their learning and behavior. The results of psycho-educational testing help parents and learning professionals, such as teachers and therapists, develop effective plans to help the child reach their full potential.
What areas can be assessed with a psycho-educational evaluation?
- Cognitive (intellectual) functioning
- Attention
- Academic achievement (reading, writing, and math)
- Executive functioning
- Visual motor integration (fine motor screening)
- Social skills
- Language skills
- School motivation and use of helpful learning strategies
- Behavior and social/emotional functioning (anxiety, depression, conduct, etc.)
What can I expect to learn as the result of the evaluation?
After a psycho-educational evaluation, you can expect to gain a comprehensive understanding of your child’s strengths and weaknesses in all evaluated areas. The evaluation may also reveal diagnoses that could be affecting your child’s education, such as ADHD, dyslexia, autism, or other behavioral or emotional difficulties. With this information, you can make informed decisions about your child’s education and get them the support they need to succeed.