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Assessments for Standardized Examinations
We provide psychoeducational assessments for standardized examinations such as the MCAT, GRE, and LSAT, to name a few.
This assessment will help determine the need for accommodations for the completion of these examinations. There is an additional charge for this type of assessment as the institutions issuing these examinations have specific requirements for the report.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
What is a psychoeducational assessment?
A psychoeducational assessment is a comprehensive assessment that uses standardized testing to determine factors impacting your learning and education. It reveals strengths and weaknesses and helps you better understand yourself.
The assessment covers intelligence, academic abilities, cognitive skills, ADHD, memory, and mental health.
Who should get a psychoeducational assessment?
Anyone can receive a psychoeducational assessment, however these assessments are best suited to:
- those in school or planning to go back to school
- those looking for accommodations at work
- those looking for accommodations for standardized tests (LSAT, MCAT, GRT, GMAT)
This assessment is beneficial in better understanding your learning and mental health. If you are seeking school accommodations, this is the assessment for you.
What is the timeline?
The assessment includes 3 sessions:
- In-person testing day (4-6 hours)
- Virtual clinical interview with the clinician (30 minutes)
- Will take place about 2 weeks after testing
- You will be asked some questions about symptoms and history
- Virtual feedback session to review results and recommendations (45 minutes)
You will receive the comprehensive report via email after the feedback session.
Who conducts the assessment?
A psychometrists administer the tests
A psychological associates conduct the clinical interview
A psychologist provides feedback of the results.
How and when do I pay?
Our staff will provide you with an invoice before the assessment. Payment is due on the day of the assessment. Payment may be made through e-transfer or credit card. We will send you an e-receipt once the invoice is paid, which you can use for any insurance claims.
Although the services of a psychologist are not covered by OHIP, most employers have major medical insurance plans covering the services of a registered psychologist and, therefore, all or part of the assessment cost may be covered. The services of a psychologist may also be claimed as an income tax deduction.
What happens on the testing day?
Before the testing day, you will have consent and intake forms to complete.
On the testing day, you will meet with the psychometrist and review the consent and any questions. The psychometrist will administer tests that measure memory, executive functioning, intelligence, academic abilities, and focus.
Ensure you have eaten beforehand and bring snacks/lunch and drinks, so you are prepared to do testing for several hours.
Please also ensure that you do not use your phone or devices during the assessment as this may serve as a distraction.
What happens during the clinical interview?
Your virtual clinical interview(s) will take place about 2 weeks after the testing is finished.
During the clinical interview, you will meet with one of our clinicians virtually for 30 minutes. They will ask you about your current symptoms and your development.
What happens during the feedback session?
About 3 weeks after the clinical interview, once we receive the last piece of information from you, your feedback appointment will take place.
The psychologist will review the report, results, and recommendations, as well as any diagnoses that were made.
Recommendations and services available will be explained for support with ADHD, learning difficulties, and mental health problems, if applicable.