Testing overview
Academic, Educational or learning/dyslexia testing evaluates the possibility of a learning disability/disorder. This type of testing is necessary for diagnosing learning problems, developing academic plans, and qualifying for academic accommodation. Here are some examples of the most common types of learning disabilities:
Most Common Learning Disorders
Writing (Dysgraphia)
Math (Dyscalculia)
Oral / Written Language Disorder and Specific Reading Comprehension Deficit
Non-verbal Disabilities
Related Disorders
ADHD
Dyspraxia
Executive Function
Autism Spectrum Disorder (Low and High Functioning Autism/Asperger’s Disorder)
You can learn more about these learning disabilities/disorders from the Learning Disabilities Association of America.
Who will benefit from this testing?
This type of testing is necessary for diagnosing learning problems, developing academic plans and qualifying for academic accommodations. If you have a documented or suspected learning disability, you may be eligible for accommodations at school or when you take standardized tests (e.g., on the SAT, ACT, LSAT, GRE, GMAT, medical boards, private school admission).
Some available accommodations are alternative text formats, extended time on exams and for assignments,, extra and extended breaks, preferential seating, audio formats of textbooks, access to a note-taker, tutoring, a waiver to mathematics or foreign language requirements.
What to expect
Academic skills will be assessed during a neuropsychological assessment by including additional testing. There are many academic measures that are used. Two examples include: The Woodcock-Johnson Achievement Battery-IV and The Wechsler Individual Achievement Test-II. These measures evaluate overall reading skills, mathematics, and written language. Significant weaknesses on achievement tests may be a sign of a learning problem such as dyslexia in reading and should be further evaluated.
Coverage and payment
Insurance companies do not reimburse for academic assessment and therefore this type of testing requires an additional fee. However, most of the time insurance will cover a significant portion of the evaluation if there are comorbid psychological or medical conditions that are complicating the diagnostic picture. Book an appointment or contact us to discuss payment options.