Psychoeducational assessments
in Calgary - for children, teens & adults
Everyone has areas of strength and areas of need. Sometimes, those areas of need get in the way of success. Psychoeducational testing can help you understand why you or your child is having academic difficulties or why they are displaying social, emotional, or behavioural challenges. Knowing how you or your child learns will lead to tools and strategies that can help enhance success at school, at home, and in the community.
At Bluebird Psychology, our psychologists provide comprehensive psychoeducational assessments for children, teens, and adults in Calgary, AB. These evaluations help identify learning strengths, challenges, and underlying factors that may be impacting academic, work, or daily functioning.
What Is A Psychoeducational Assessment?
A psychoeducational assessment is a detailed and formal evaluation that measures cognitive abilities, academic skills, and other factors that influence learning and performance. Using standardized, evidence-based tools, we gather information about:
Cognitive abilities (IQ testing)
Academic achievement (ex., reading, writing, math skills)
Social, Emotional, and Behavioural Functioning (ex. attention, hyperactivity, mood)
The results provide a comprehensive understanding of how someone learns, processes information, and interacts with their environment.
When to Get an Assessment:
Maybe your child has been complaining that school is too hard for them. Or, maybe you’ve noticed that they’re not where they should be academically. Maybe they are struggling emotionally, exhibiting challenging behaviours, or are demonstrating symptoms of inattention or hyperactivity.
Families, schools, and adults often seek assessments to:
Identify or rule out learning disabilities such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, or dyscalculia
Determine eligibility for special education services or accommodations
Provide documentation for post-secondary or workplace accommodations
Understand learning strengths and challenges
Support mental health treatment planning when learning and emotional factors overlap
The Psychoeducational Assessment Process + What to Expect
A psychoeducational assessment begins with a parent meeting with a Registered Psychologist or Registered Provisional Psychologist to discuss your child's developmental, medical, and learning history. Your child’s report cards, relevant schoolwork, and any previous assessment reports will also be reviewed. Then, your child will come to the office for two separate one-on-one testing sessions to measure cognitive and academic skills. You and their teacher may also be asked to complete questionnaires.
Once all information is gathered, a meeting is scheduled to review results and discuss recommendations. You will receive a comprehensive written report and tailored recommendations on how you and your child's school can support their learning.
At the end of the assessment process, you’ll walk away with a greater understanding of how your child learns and what they need to succeed.
Ages We Help Support:
Children (Ages 6–12) – Assessments are tailored for a child’s developmental stage and learning needs to help with early intervention
Teens (Ages 13–18) – Assessments at this age can help with high school learning plans, exam accommodations, and transition planning.
Adults (18+) – Adult psychoeducational assessments can help support workplace success, post-secondary education, and personal growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Assessments are billed at a flat rate of $3,000. Payment can be made in full at the initial parent meeting or split over two half payments, with the first payment due at the intake meeting and the second payment due at the feedback meeting.
We provide detailed receipts that you can submit to your insurance provider for reimbursement.
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Your child may benefit from an assessment if:
You, or their teacher, have noticed that they are struggling to meet academic expectations.
They are putting in considerable effort at school but progress in one or more areas is slow.
Their mood or behaviour is significantly impacting their daily lives.
They are struggling with inattention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity.
They are complaining that schoolwork is too difficult.
They do not want to go to school or are disengaged from school.
You want to understand their learning profile and how to best support them.
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You will gain a deeper understanding of how your child learns, which will lead to strategies that help support their unique learning needs.
A diagnosis can also help to access additional support, accommodations, or program modifications at your child’s school.
Depending on the diagnosis, you may also share the report with your general practitioner, pediatrician, or other health professionals to help with treatment planning.
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Many parents find it helpful to tell their child that they will be doing a number of different brain games and some reading, writing, and math activities to see how they learn best.
On the day of testing, make sure your child has had a good meal beforehand, a good sleep, has taken any medication they need, and is wearing any required glasses or hearing aids.
Children are also welcome to bring snacks and water to enjoy during breaks in testing.
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Parent intake meetings and feedback sessions can be held in person or virtually via confidential video conferencing. Testing sessions are conducted in person at the office.
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It is recommended that children do not attend the parent meetings. These meetings are an opportunity to meet privately with the psychologist to discuss your concerns, receive results, and ask questions. If desired, an additional child-friendly feedback meeting can be arranged following the completion of the assessment.
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Yes, adults often inquire about having a psychoeducational assessment done!
Adult psychoeducational assessments are often sought to help acquire post-secondary or GED supports and accommodations or for PDD/AISH applications.
Assessments can also be done for adults who are simply curious about their learning profile or wonder whether they have an undiagnosed learning disorder or ADHD.
If you would like more information about an adult psychoeducational assessment, contact us for more information.
Have questions?
We’re here to help!
Email us: office@bluebirdpsychology.ca
Call us: (587) 288-6884Schedule a free 15-minute consultation with one of our psychologists here.
We are located at 277, 200 Rivercrest Dr. SE in Calgary, AB