Assessment Process
Preschool-Aged
Assessment sessions for pre-school aged children typically last for one hour, and involves an analysis of the child’s:
- Receptive Language
- Expressive Language
- Speech Sounds and Pronunciation
- Fluency
- Social Skills
- Play Skills
- Vocal Quality
- Swallowing/Feeding Skills (if required)
We collect information from parents, preschool teachers, and doctors as part of the assessment in order to develop goals and see the big picture. We offer a comprehensive assessment report in both electronic and written formats for preschools, doctors, and other professionals involved in the child’s care.
School-Aged Children and Older
Assessment sessions for school-aged children or adults typically last two hours and are spread out over two one-hour blocks, over a fortnight. This type of assessment involves an examination of the individuals’:
- Receptive Language
- Expressive Language
- Speech Sounds and Pronunciation
- Fluency
- Literacy Skills (i.e., reading and spelling abilities)
- Written Communication Skills
- Social Skills
- Play Skills
- Vocal Quality
- Swallowing/Feeding Skills (if required)
As part of the assessment, we gather information from parents/family members, school teachers, and doctors in order to develop goals and see the big picture. We offer a comprehensive assessment report in both electronic and written formats for schools, doctors, and other professionals involved in the individual’s care.
After the Assessment:
A detailed assessment report will be emailed to you within approximately two weeks of the session once the assessment has been completed. This report will include a thorough examination of the individual’s skills and abilities, as well as any therapy recommendations that may be necessary.
We also offer support to parents and other family members through individual or group counselling and can link our clients with other service providers such as physiotherapists, psychologists, and paediatricians
