Psycho-educational Testing

Psycho-educational testing is made up of two types of assessments: psychological assessment and educational assessment. The testing is done for those who are experiencing barriers to successful performance in work, school, home, or in community settings. The results of a psycho-educational assessment can be helpful in understanding such barriers and working to overcome them. Also, results obtained are helpful to identify cognitive strengths and weaknesses and to help develop academic interventions. The testing process includes a comprehensive battery including cognitive and achievement measures, socio-emotional measures, and a developmental history. Psycho-educational testing can be done by Tashawna K. Duncan, Ph.D., P.A.

What are the goals of psycho-educational testing?

To obtain information about your child’s learning style and academic strengths and weaknesses
To assess for ADHD and/or cognitive deficits
To test for learning disabilities
To document the need for accommodations in school or on standardized tests
To document eligibility for special education or disability accommodations
To develop individualized recommendations to promote academic success
To understand behavioral and/or school performance deficits

What is usually involved in psycho-educational testing?

Intelligence testing
Achievement/academic testing
Attention and executive functioning testing
Memory testing
Visual-motor integration testing
Behavioral and emotional testing
Consultation with parents, teacher, and other professionals who work with your child
If applicable, review of previous test results, IEP’s, report cards, etc.