Assessments for Gifted children
Parents often recognize characteristics of gifted children at a young age. These children often progress quickly through developmental milestones. Linda Silverman, a leading researcher in gifted education, reported that many parents identify the following characteristics in gifted children:
Learns rapidly
Extensive vocabulary
Excellent memory
Reasons well
Curiosity
Mature for age
Sense of humor
Keen observation
Vivid imagination
Long attention span
Ability with numbers
Concern with justice, fairness
Sensitivity
Wide range of interests
Although parent may recognize these characteristics, formal assessments may be used to provide information to a child’s learning team. Early identification can be as important as identifying any other exceptionality to provide information to further develop a child’s strengths. Formal testing can identify specific areas for enrichment both inside and outside of school. It is also important to keep in mind that gifted students can also have learning disabilities that impact their ability to perform up to the level they are capable. These disabilities can be overlooked because students are able to compensate using other areas of strength. In addition, assessments may be required for specific programs and schools that provide specialized programming for gifted students.</p>
Rivers Edge Counselling Centre provides cognitive and academic assessments to identify well developed problem solving skills, as well as exceptionalities in academic areas.
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psychological assessments we provide:
- cognitive / intellectual / iq assessments
- academic / achievement assessments
- adaptive behaviour
- social / emotional / behavioural assessments
- specialized reading assessment
- vocational assessments
- adhd assessments (children, adolescents and adults)
- personality assessments
rates
Please inquire for rates for specific assessments. Note that these services are offered by a Registered Psychologist and may be covered in full or part, by some insurance plans. Please check with your provider. We do not bill third parties, but will provide a receipt or submission and reimbursement.
Cancellation policy: We require a credit card on file to confirm a booking. We will charge your credit card 50% of the assessment fee at intake. If you cancel the assessment at any time between booking and 48 hours prior to the assessment, we will refund your initial payment, less a $200.00 cancellation fee. The remaining 50% of the assessment fee will be charged to your credit card 2 days before the assessment (or the closest business day). Within 48 hours of the appointment, the assessment can be rescheduled in cases of illness or serious unforeseen circumstances, but no refund will be provided if you cancel.
The summary of our psychological assessment services is available for download here