Adult and CHild Cognitive Assessment adelaide
Gain insight into cognitive and intellectual abilities
We offer comprehensive Cognitive Assessments for adults and children from our Parkside and Salisbury (Adelaide, SA) practices. This assessment, completed by experienced psychologists, provides valuable insights into intellectual functioning, cognitive strengths, and tailored recommendations for future support. Learn about adult cognitive assessments or skip straight to information about child cognitive assessments.
Adult Cognitive Assessment (for ages 17+)
When to consider an IQ / Cognitive Assessment
Our Adult Cognitive Assessment helps individuals gain a deeper understanding of their intellectual abilities, thinking skills, and daily functioning. Using the WAIS-IV, Vineland, and WHODAS 2.0 assessments, we provide a thorough evaluation of cognitive strengths and challenges. This process offers personalized insights and guidance for future support, including potential diagnoses if needed.
An IQ / Cognitive Assessment can be beneficial when you want to:
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Understand intellectual potential
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Understand academic opportunities and support
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Identify intellectual or learning disabilities
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Verify funding requests and support services
At Activ8 Mind, Cognitive Assessments are conducted in person at our Parkside or Salisbury practice by Clinical Psychologist Emma or Registered Psychologist Lucy.
About the adult cognitive assessment
what the assessment covers
The adult cognitive assessment covers -
Overall intllectual functioning
thinking
and reasoning skills
cognitive strengths and challengs
daily functioning capabilities
recommendations for future supports
What to expect
what the adult assessment includes
1
assessment appointment
The assessment is conducted using the following tools: WAIS-IV* (provides an estimate of general intellectual functioning - IQ score), Vineland (evaluates daily living skills and adaptive behaviour), and WHODAS 2.0 (assesses overall health and disability). When used together, these tools offer a thorough understanding of cognitive and daily functioning, supporting the diagnosis of intellectual disabilities if needed.
2
feedback
session
Following the assessment, and once the detailed report has been completed - approximately one month post-assessment - a 50 minute feedback session will be scheduled. This session can be attended in-person or via telehealth and the focus will be on discussing the results of the assessment and the recommendations made within the cognitive assessment reoprt, with time for questions.
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assessment report + recommendations
At your feedback session, you will be given a copy of your assessment report. This comprehensive report will give you a better understanding of your / an individual's intellectual and cognitive abilities. It includes information about the results of the assessment, including the IQ score, and features personalised recommendations for future support.
*The Intelligence Quotient (IQ) test, primarily conducted using the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS-IV), is designed to measure the intellectual functioning of individuals aged 16-90 years. This standardised test provides a comprehensive overview of an individual’s cognitive abilities, including strengths and potential challenges and an IQ score.
Understanding Your Cognitive Functioning
book an adult cognitive assessment in adelaide
Contact us to discuss your questions. To book an asssessment - if you have NDIS funding for a Cognitive Assessment, fill in the NDIS referral form. If you're funding the assessment privately, please fill in the non-NDIS referral form.
FAQs about
ADULT IQ / Cognitive AssessmentS
child Cognitive Assessment (for ages 6 - 17yrs)
Helping you make informed decisions to support your child's strengths, challenges, and overall development
Our Child Cognitive/IQ Assessment is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of your child's intellectual abilities and learning profile.
By combining both intellectual and educational assessments, we aim to offer valuable insights into your child's strengths, challenges, and overall development, helping you make informed decisions to support their growth in educational, vocational, and personal settings.
The Assessment is usually conducted in person at our Parkside or Salisbury practice by our Clinical Psychologist Emma or Registered Psychologist Lucy.
About the child cognitive assessment
what this assessment covers
Our Child Cognitive/IQ Assessment provides you with insight in cognitive and intellectual abilities. Additionally, it provides valuable insights into any behavioural or emotional concerns your child may be experiencing. Please note that this assessment does not assess for Dyslexia or Dysgraphia.
This service is suitable for children aged 6 to 17 years. It evaluates their development in key areas, including:
verbal comprehensive skills
higher-level executive
skills
visual/non-verbal intellectual skills
academic
skills
memory and learning skills
attention and information processing
daily
functioning capabilities
What to expect
what the child assessment includes
The child cognitive assessment includes the following steps and takes approximately 5.5 hours - spread across 4 sessions - to complete. You will also receive a comprehensive assessment report that details your child's assessment results, with personalised recommendations to help them thrive.
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parent
interview
A comprehensive review of your child's developmental and educational history, along with any presenting concerns.
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cognitive skills assessment
This assessment is conducted with the WISC-V assessment tool - a standardised test to measure your child's intelligence.
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academic skills assessment
The academic skills assessment is completed using the WIAT-IV - a standardised test to evaluate your child's academic abilities.
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tailored learning recommendations
Using your child's assessment results, tailored learning recommendations - to help them thrive - will be provided in the assessment report.
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comprehensive feedback session
Held in-person or via telehealth, this session gives you an opportunity to discuss your child's results, the assessment report, and potential next steps.
book a child cognitive assessment in adelaide
For more information or for help scheduling an assessment, please contact us today. We’re here to help your child reach their full potential.
If you have NDIS funding for the cognitive assessment, fill in the NDIS referral form. If you're funding the assessment privately, please fill in the non-NDIS referral form.