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A cognitive assessment, also known as an IQ test, is a standardised assessment used to evaluate one's intellectual abilities, including but not limited to verbal reasoning, visual-spatial reasoning, fluid reasoning, working memory, and processing speed. We offer cognitive assessments for children and adolescents aged 4-18.
What is cognitive testing
Common reasons for referral
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Evaluating one's cognitive abilities, including strengths and weaknesses
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Evaluating one's cognitive abilities in relation to same-age peers
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Identifying whether one has a working memory and/or processing speed weakness and therefore appropriate supports
General process
Cognitive Assessment
Initial Assessment
The initial assessment generally involves discussing the reason for referral in depth, as well as gathering other relevant background information to help give context to and appropriately interpret the testing results.
Duration: 1hr appt
Testing Appointments
An age-appropriate cognitive assessment tool is then administered (WPPSI-IV, WISC-V or WAIS-IV) across 1-2x appts.
Duration: 2hr appt
Feedback Session
It typically takes 2-3 weeks after testing is complete for the report to be finalised. One complete, we meet to discuss the findings and recommendations going forward.
Duration: 1 hr appt
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