Cognitive & Educational Assessments

1. Students with development needs: unlock a deeper understanding of their unique abilities, and ensure they receive the right support to shine and succeed academically.
2. Advanced students: discover the full spectrum of their talents, and ensure they’re both challenged and supported in ways that propel them to excel even further.
3. Parents: cognitive assessments offer parents peace of mind knowing their child’s unique learning needs are identified and addressed proactively.
4. Teachers: cognitive assessments can reduce teacher and counsellor workloads by providing detailed insights into students’ learning needs, allowing more effective and targeted teaching strategies.
5. Schools: improve educational outcomes, inclusivity, and overall student wellbeing at your school. Cognitive assessments can also lead to improved school performance metrics.

• Initial Identification and Referral: a teacher or school counsellor identifies a student who may benefit from an IQ Assessment, or a parent/guardian may raise a concern/need for their child. The student’s academic history, along with any relevant behavioural or social information, is reviewed to support the referral. 
• Pre-Assessment Consultation: Student Services or Wellbeing teams can schedule a consultation with the student’s parents/guardians to discuss the rationale behind the proposed IQ assessment, what it entails, and how it could benefit the student. 
• Consent and Documentation: written consent is obtained from parents/guardians for the IQ assessment, and the Student Services or Wellbeing team completes a referral form. 
• Scheduling the Assessment: the referral form and consent are submitted to the CatholicCare Victoria Telehealth IQ assessment team. We then schedule the assessment at a convenient time for you. 
• Technical Setup (for Telehealth IQ Assessments): prior to the assessment, a technical check is conducted to ensure a stable internet connection, adequate webcam setup, and appropriate software installation. 
• Conducting the Assessment: on the day of the assessment, the Student Services or Wellbeing team may provide an introductory session to ease the student into the process. A professionally trained CCV IQ Assessor conducts the assessment. 
• Post-Assessment: The CCV IQ Assessor reviews and scores the assessment, preparing a detailed report of the findings. A follow-up meeting is scheduled with the Student Services or Wellbeing team, student, and parents/guardians to discuss the results, recommendations, and any further action or referrals needed. 
• Continued Support and Intervention Planning: Based on the assessment results, the wellbeing leader may coordinate with teachers and other professionals to develop an individualised support or educational plan. Ongoing support and monitoring are arranged to track the student’s progress and adjust plans as needed.

Yes, our team uses a range of strategies to ensure students feel safe and supported. Assessments are conducted in a place familiar to your child, on site at school or at home via telehealth, to ensure they feel at ease.

• An understanding of cognitive strengths and weaknesses 
• Insights for educational planning 
• Identification of giftedness or special needs 
• Personalised learning recommendations 
• A baseline for future assessments 
• Emotional and social development insights 
• Guidance on parenting and home learning environments 
• Early detection of possible learning difficulties 
• Clarification and peace of mind 
• A tool to advocate for children’s needs 
• Confidence and self-awareness in children 

IQ Assessments are just one snapshot of a child’s abilities and do not define their potential or worth. Results will be interpreted by a CCV qualified professional who can provide a comprehensive view, taking into account the child’s overall development, environment, and background.

• IQ (Intelligence Quotient) Assessments:
  IQ Assessments gauge intellectual capabilities and potential for learning and problem-solving. They focus on general cognitive abilities like reasoning, problem-solving, and understanding complex ideas.
• Cognitive Assessments:
  Cognitive Assessments diagnose cognitive deficits, developmental delays, and inform treatment/educational strategies. They focus on specific cognitive domains including memory, attention, executive functions, language, and visuospatial skills.
• Educational Assessments:
  Educational Assessments assess the academic strengths and weaknesses of a student, guiding support and intervention strategies. They’re focused on individual academic skills such as reading comprehension, decoding, mathematical problem-solving, written expression, and oral language abilities.
• Not sure which assessment is right for your student/child?
  Our team will work with you to identify the most suitable assessment based on the student’s academic history and relevant behavioural or social information.