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Cognitive Assessment Melbourne and BerwickUnderstand how you learn.

A cognitive assessment Melbourne and Berwick families seek usually answers a clear question about learning. A cognitive assessment measures how a person thinks, learns and processes information, and it can answer important questions about strengths, challenges and support needs. Families often seek one to understand a child's learning at school, to support an application for additional help, or to make sense of a gap between effort and results. Adults may seek one for similar reasons, or as part of a broader assessment.

When a cognitive assessment helps.

You might consider a cognitive assessment in situations like these.

  • A child is finding aspects of learning difficult
  • There is a question about giftedness or a specific learning difficulty
  • A school has recommended one
  • You want a clearer understanding of intellectual strengths to guide study or work
  • There is a gap between effort and results that is hard to explain

What is involved.

  1. 01

    A short conversation

    To confirm the right assessment for your situation.

  2. 02

    Standardised assessment

    Using well-established tools that measure areas such as reasoning, memory, processing speed and comprehension.

  3. 03

    Feedback and report

    Results explained in plain language, with practical recommendations.

What you receive.

A clear written report

Results and practical recommendations for home, school or work.

A feedback session

So the findings translate into real, usable steps.

Fees and funding.

We confirm the full cost before you begin and help you understand any funding that may apply.

Understand strengths and support needs.

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