Cognitive Assessment
A cognitive assessment is more commonly known as an IQ test. A cognitive assessment can be completed for those of all ages, however, are mainly used to assess learning, reasoning, and general thinking skills, with the application of findings being applied within the work, school, or home setting. You may use a cognitive assessment in conjunction with another assessment (e.g., diagnostic assessment or functional assessment), however, they can be completed separately. Some reasons why you may want a cognitive assessment include:
- To obtain an accurate profile of a person’s overall intellectual functioning or IQ level.
- To identify a person’s cognitive strengths and weaknesses.
- To assist in exploring a person’s learning differences.
- To assist in developing learning strategies and recommendations for education or work.
- To assist in the examination of giftedness, learning disabilities, and intellectual disability.
Throughout a cognitive assessment, you will be asked to complete an interview to gain background information on the person’s current and historical abilities, complete a functional questionnaire, and then complete a formal assessment in person. A cognitive assessment will take around 10 hours to complete (5 hours in person, 5 hours for scoring and reporting). The report will outline all areas discussed, analyse the results of questionnaires, and provide detailed recommendations that can be used for meeting learning and education goals, placing appropriate strategies for work and community access, setting up support services, and NDIS / government funding.
