Academic Skills Testing

Academic testing is a comprehensive assessment process aimed at evaluating an individual's strengths and weaknesses in various academic domains. Our assessment includes standardized tests, observations, questionnaires, and interviews. Information is gathered from the individual, parents or caregivers, and teachers to put together a comprehensive picture of the client’s functioning in an academic environment.

The results of learning abilities testing provide valuable insights into how individuals process information, learn new concepts, and tackle academic tasks. This information is instrumental in tailoring effective educational strategies, interventions, and accommodations to support individuals in optimizing their learning potential and overcoming any obstacles they may face in their academic journey. A comprehensive evaluation can be essential in advocating and collaborating with schools to ensure the right supports are put in place.

Academic testing is not covered by insurance and is a self-pay service. Please visit our financial page for information on costs.

Why complete academic testing?

We work with adults and children at all grade levels, from kindergarten through college. Academic testing may be helpful if you or your child is struggling in one or more academic areas in school. This may include:

Reading skills, such as sounding out words accurately, reading passages quickly, and remembering and understanding passages after reading them.
Writing skills, such as spelling, difficulties with handwriting or writing speed, writing clear sentences, organizing thoughts while writing, or constructing paragraphs and essays.
Math skills, such as performing calculations quickly and accurately, understanding math concepts, or solving word problems.
Language skills, such as expressing ideas verbally, finding words, and understanding directions and information from others.
Learning and Memory skills, such as remembering information when it is seen or heard, or recalling information when multiple things are presented at once.

Testing would be helpful if you have concerns about dyslexia, dysgraphia, or dyscalculia. Additionally, testing may be needed if you think you or your child would benefit from academic accommodations, such as additional instructional supports, extended time, or pull-out services.

Adults may also benefit from academic skills testing even after completing school. Testing may help to clarify learning and processing skills that are relevant to a work environment. Testing may also then help to connect you with workplace accommodations that suit your learning and needs to allow you to thrive professionally.

Meet the Testing Team