Arabic-Speaking psycho-educational assessment for 10yo
Hello, I'm living in Fremont, CA. I'm looking to conduct a psycho-educational assessment in Arabic Language for my 10 y. son. I wonder if any parents here know some one who can do it? I'll be so grateful if you help me with this issue as soon as possible . I need it urgently For IEE process.
Sep 26, 2022
Parent Replies
I hope you find someone, but (speaking as an assessment psychologist) it may be challenging because most of the tests used for a psychoed eval have not been translated into Arabic. The WISC, which is the most common IQ test, has an Arabic version, but as it costs over $1000 to buy the test I'd be surprised if a lot of psychologists had it on hand. The other tests that they would want to use may not even have an Arabic version. The psychologist can't just translate as they go because then the test is not standardized and would be invalid. It appears that there is an IQ and academic achievement test designed for Arabic speakers called the Arabiya battery, but, again, these tests are super expensive to buy so few psychologists may have them. Good luck -