Psychoeducational Evaluations

As part of their admissions process, SC IPSE programs require applicants to provide psychoeducational evaluations that are less than 3 years old. Having access to this information ensures programs are able to effectively support students to create person-centered plans and explore postsecondary opportunities that will best meet the needs and goals of their admitted students.

Public school districts are required to conduct educational testing/evaluation until a student graduates or is aging out. Reevaluations are typically conducted once every 3 years for the purposes of reviewing a student’s eligibility for special education and/or related services under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA). However, the student’s IEP team could agree that the full extent of such testing is not necessary.

Per the law: “A parent can request a reevaluation at any time there is good reason to believe it is necessary, such as a change in behavior, performance, or medical status,” given this action is taken while a student has an active IEP.

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How to Get a Psychoeducational Evaluation

If your student has already exited the secondary education system and you are in need of an evaluation, see below to find an agency, company, or office nearest you that may be able to provide psychoeducational reevaluation services.

Upstate

Palmetto Psychological

Greenville Assessments and Learning Specialists

PeeDee

Luminous Psychological and Educational Evaluations

Wellspring Psychology Group

Midlands

Comprehensive Psychological Services

Lowcountry

Carolina Anchor

Driftwood Evaluation Center

Palmetto Assessments and Learning Services

Financial Support for Psychoeducational Testing

Each of the companies and centers above accepts a variety of insurance plans. If you have specific questions related to insurance and billing, visit their website or contact them for more information. Some places do not require referrals in order to have evaluations conducted, however, in filing for reimbursements through your insurance company (if the evaluation is not covered), having a referral from your physician might make that process easier.

Updates to Reimbursement Process for Developmental Evaluation Center (DEC) Services and Managed Care Organizations (MCOs)

Vocational Rehabilitation (VR)

If your student is a VR consumer with an active case, VR could offer psychoeducational testing, if the student is not in school and requires the testing in order to have an updated diagnosis.

VR can refer families and consumers to a local vendor to provide this service. If the testing is being used to determine eligibility, then VR would cover the cost, but if it is in addition to another disability and/or they are already eligible for VR services, then the vendor would bill insurance first.

The VR services provided to consumers are tailored and individualized so it is recommended that families consult with their VR counselor or case manager to receive the most accurate information pertinent to the student’s particular case and needs.