Each individual deserves a community that honors the competencies and potential of every learning style. Whether in school or at work, those struggling with learning issues need to understand how they
learn best and how to use their strengths to achieve success.
LinkED provides comprehensive diagnostic neuroeducational assessments for children from
age 2 through 17, college students, and adults.
learn best and how to use their strengths to achieve success.
LinkED provides comprehensive diagnostic neuroeducational assessments for children from
age 2 through 17, college students, and adults.
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LinkED’s neuroeducational assessments examine the neurodevelopmental constructs involved in learning and performance and yield a profile of learning strengths and weaknesses. This provides insight into an individual’s approach to learning, problem solving, and working. This valuable self-knowledge is instrumental in igniting success whether in school or on the job. After the neuroeducational assessment is completed, the educational diagnostician reviews the results with the individual or family to provide a deeper understanding of how his/her strengths and challenges relate to school and/or life expectations. The comprehensive written report also offers recommendations and strategies to improve performance at school, college, or work. Once your evaluation has been scheduled, click below for further assistance.
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LinkEd’s neuroeducational assassment is distinguished by its in-depth examination of the whole individual. The process involves gathering personal and educational history and information from significant people in the individual’s life: parents, a spouse, and/or teacher. Our professional educational diagnosticians select the range of tools to be used in order to obtain the best information for each individual client. Each assessment examines cognitive ability or intelligence, achievement (performance), and executive function skills. Additional tests are selected for specific areas which may warrant further examination at no additional cost to the client. Our licensed psychologist can provide additional insights through a separate consultation. Through the neuroeducational assessment process, learning differences or disabilities can be identified, as well as gifted/talented profiles. LinkED also provides additional evaluation services for diagnosing speech/language disorder, autism spectrum disorder, and ADHD. Updated assessment information is also essential for individuals diagnosed with a disability in order to access services such as accommodations for SAT, ACT, and college courses. |
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Why evaluate?
Each individual deserves a community that honors the competencies and potential of every learning style. Whether in school or at work, those struggling with learning issues need to understand how they learn best and how to use their strengths to achieve success. An educational evaluation gives them the foundation of self-knowledge and the tools they need to put them on the road to learning success.
what types of testing do you do?
Link-ED evaluates for learning differences, learning disabilities, dyslexia, speech/language deficits, and autism. We also evaluate executive function skills and attention difficulties and provide information a pediatrician or psychiatrist can use to determine if medication is appropriate. A DSM 5 diagnosis is determined by our consulting psychologist if needed. Screening for behavioral/emotional issues is available.
what tests are given?
All tests are the most widely accepted, reliable instruments available. Ability is determined by the Weschler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence – Fourth Edition for ages 2:6-7, the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children-Fourth Edition (WISC-V) for ages 6-16 years of age, and the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale-Fourth Edition (WAIS-IV) and/or the Woodcock Johnson IV Tests of Cognitive Abilities for ages 16 through adult. Academic achievement is determined by the Wechsler Individual Achievement Test-Second Edition (WIAT-II) and/or the Woodcock-Johnson Tests of Achievement (WJ-IV). Other tests are given on an as-needed basis to assess specific areas such as reading, listening, language, and visual-motor abilities. The entire evaluation generally takes four hours and is completed in one session. For a complete list of tests administered, please click here.
should clients who are taking medication take it for the evaluation?
Since the tasks of the evaluation require concentration and sustained effort, if a client is taking medication to improve focus a truer picture of abilities is obtained when the medication is taken.
what accommodations are typically recommended?
Depending on the learning profile of the client, some of the recommendations might include allowing an oral response instead of a written response, substituting a visual presentation for a written report, using a word processor with a spell-check function, note-taking assistance, books on tape, using a calculator for math problem-solving, and receiving extended time on group administered standardized tests such as the SAT.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GET THE RESULTS?
An Evaluation Summary occurs approximately two to three weeks after the evaluation and includes two copies of the report, interpretation of all results, and charts and graphs to facilitate understanding. A conference is held with the client using the process of demystification which is tailored to his/her developmental profile.
WHO DOES THE TESTING?
The evaluations are conducted by state-certified diagnosticians with Master's degrees in special education and extensive backgrounds in both the public and private school sectors. All diagnosticians are familiar with the re-authorization of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act in 2004 and Texas State Board of Education Rules for Special Education.
All evaluation instruments are widely used and parallel the instruments used in the public schools. The findings are interpreted according to the most current standards of the reauthorization of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act in 2004 and Texas State Board of Education Rules for Special Education Services. Reading difficulties are interpreted in light of The Dyslexia Handbook published by the Texas Education Agency. In addition, a Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM 5) diagnosis is available when appropriate.
All evaluation instruments are widely used and parallel the instruments used in the public schools. The findings are interpreted according to the most current standards of the reauthorization of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act in 2004 and Texas State Board of Education Rules for Special Education Services. Reading difficulties are interpreted in light of The Dyslexia Handbook published by the Texas Education Agency. In addition, a Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM 5) diagnosis is available when appropriate.