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Reading Assessment
Feifer Assessment of Reading (FAR) examines the underlying cognitive and linguistic processes that support proficient reading skills. It can help identify, but not diagnose, the examinee’s specific subtype of dyslexia to inform decisions about appropriate interventions.
Grades: PK-College
Time: 2-4 one-hour sessions for administration of test
Description: The FAR is a comprehensive assessment of reading and related processes and can inform decisions about appropriate interventions. It can measure various aspects of vocabulary, phonological awareness, decoding skills, rapid automatic naming, orthographical processing, morphological processing, word memory, reading fluency, and comprehension skills.
Math Assessment
Feifer Assessment of Mathematics (FAM) examines the underlying neurodevelopmental processes that support proficient math skills. It can help identify, but not diagnose, specific subtypes of dyscalculia to help inform intervention decision-making.
Grades: PK-College
Time: 2-4 one-hour sessions for administration of test
Description: The FAM is a comprehensive assessment of mathematics designed to examine the underlying neurodevelopmental processes that support the acquisition of proficient math skills and can help inform decisions about appropriate interventions. It can measure various aspects of math fact retrieval, numeric and spatial memory, perceptual estimation skills, linguistic math concepts, and core number sense development.
Pricing
The assessment is billed at the Clinician’s hourly rate. Each test will approximately take 2-4 one-hour sessions, depending on the student’s age, stamina, and ability to sustain attention. There will also be an additional hour for report generation and a follow-up meeting. Any additional consultations will be billed at the Clinician’s hourly rate. We can provide a more accurate estimated time for test administration upon the start of services.
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Psychoeducational Assessments
Psychoeducational assessment consists of an assessment of the psychological
aspects of learning and academic skills. It considers what has been learned in different domains, including reading, spelling, oral and written expression and math.
| Psychological aspects: | |
|---|---|
| Intelligence | Language Skills |
| Attention / Concentration | Eye-hand coordination for paper and pencil tasks |
| Memory | Verbal & Visual Learning |
| Planning Ability | Reflective / Impulsive Response Style |
| Screening for academic skills includes: | |
|---|---|
| Spelling and writing | Reading (phonetic skills, sight vocabulary, comprehension) |
| Oral expressive skills | Mathematics (basic numerical operations, mathematical reasoning) |
| Listening comprehension | Academic fluency (speed of reading, writing, calculating) |
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Learn more about Psychoeducational Assessments: Psycho-Educational Assessment Guide (Advanced Psychology)
FAQ
Why consider an assessment for my child?
The purpose of assessment is to uncover a student’s areas of strength and weakness and determine how information is received and interpreted. Assessment can also provide a road map for guiding or informing the work of the educational therapist or specialist.
What is the right assessment for my child?
Both the FAR and the FAM give a good idea of the “why” behind any potential difficulties in reading and math and can flag potential deeper considerations. They, however, do not formally diagnose dyslexia, dyscalculia, or any other specific learning disability. It is a great option for families who want to get a better understanding of areas of concern within a particular domain and can help inform appropriate interventions. It is also a great option for families who may not want to pursue a comprehensive psychoeducational or neuropsychological assessment. However, It may not be a good option if a family is looking to use the results of the assessment to advocate for school services since the FAM and FAR are not widely used by schools. If you have any questions about whether these assessments are a good fit for your child, please contact us.
Where do I start?
SfL can help you figure out what kind of screening or assessment is needed — and why. If you have already had an evaluation or other testing done for your child, we answer any questions and help you understand the results. If needed, we can provide referrals for other evaluations, including neuropsychological evaluation, auditory or visual processing evaluation, or speech and language evaluation. Because approaches and written reports can vary, it is important to seek a referral to a reputable and experienced professional. Contact us to schedule an initial consultation.