Specific Learning Disorder (SLD) Assessment

Specific Learning Disorder Assessment

This is a diagnostic assessment for Specific Learning Disorders (SLD) in reading and writing. This currently does not cover weaknesses in maths. It is recommended if you or your child have weaknesses in reading and/or writing, below the average grade level and general intellectual ability.

Note that 6 months of targeted literacy intervention must have been done before a school-aged child is considered eligible for assessment. Feel free to book a consult for more details and recommendations. Some information can be found on AUSPELD’s guide to selecting a successful intervention program.



The Assessment Breakdown /How It Works

How do I prepare for my first session?

  • A Welcome Package is sent first, which includes an intake form, service agreement and relevant screeners. Please complete these before your first session.
  • Please bring any relevant school reports, academic progress reports and intervention outcomes to the session for review.
  • Try to ensure your child has completed a literacy intervention program targeted at their academic weaknesses for at least 6 months.

Session 1: Interview

  • Intake Interview with Parent/Adult
  • Approx 1hr in clinic or via Telehealth


Session 2: Cognitive assessment

  • Cognitive testing with either WISC-V or WAIS-IV according to client age.
  • A CELF-5 screener might also be used if there’s a suspected language disorder
  • Approx 2hrs in clinic

Session 3: Literacy assessment

  • Academic testing with WIAT-III, TILLS, and TOWRE-2
  • Approx 2hrs in clinic

Session 4: Feedback

  • Report and recommendations are provided
  • Approx 1 Hour in clinic or via Telehealth

This assessment is based on 12 hours of clinical time.

 

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