For individuals who demonstrate unexpected patterns of learning and overall development, a cognitive assessment is a great starting point to understanding their unique profile of strengths and difficulties.

In combination with an assessment of adaptive behaviour, a cognitive assessment can also aide in determining whether a child or young person presents with an intellectual disability (intellectual developmental disorder) or global developmental delay.

Cognitive assessments are also utilised in the assessment of giftedness and twice exceptionality.

The estimated fee for a standalone cognitive assessment is $1505

Adaptive behaviour describes the everyday skills which a person demonstrates. Adaptive behaviour is distinct from cognitive or academic functioning, and rather focusses on the concrete skills that people need for daily living.

An adaptive behaviour assessment is used in the diagnosis of developmental differences (including intellectual disability and autism).

Adaptive behaviour assessment is also a key component of eligibility and functional capacity assessment required for the National Disability Scheme. Adaptive behaviour assessments are also required for disability inclusion funding and specialist school entry and the Victorian education system.

A standalone adaptive behaviour assessment (Vineland-3) and brief report is $430.