Scholars Academy IQ Testing/ Admissions
Welcome to Carolina Psychology Center. We offer specialized testing for school admissions, with extensive experience in evaluating preschool-aged and school-aged children.
Below you will find important information regarding test selection, scheduling, policies, and pricing. Please review this information thoroughly before booking.
1. Scheduling & Availability
Online Booking: We utilize a streamlined online scheduling system for IQ testing. To book an appointment, please scroll to the bottom of this page and click the Schedule Now button.
Booking Window: The deadline for Scholars this year is very early! December 4th is when all applications and reports have to be submitted. We will test through Thanksgiving with a cut off of Dec 1st. We provide reports quickly, usually within days.
Other Testing Needs: If you require IQ or Achievement testing for a school other than Scholars Academy, or for another clinical purpose, please email us at info@carolinapsychologycenter.com. Note: We respond much faster to email inquiries than to phone calls.
2. Office Locations
Our practice has transitioned to two separate locations. Please verify your provider’s location before your appointment:
Holly Hauser, LPA: 10400 Mallard Creek Rd, Suite 250, Charlotte, NC
Jayme Yodice, LPA: 212 S. Main Street, Davidson, NC
Specific office details and directions will be included in your appointment confirmation email.
3. Test Selection & AgeGuidelines
We administer the gold-standard Wechsler intelligence scales:
Ages 4 to 5: Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence (WPPSI-IV)
Ages 6 and Up: Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-V)
⚠️ Important Retesting Policy: Has your child completed an IQ test with us or another provider within the past year? Industry standards and school policies require a minimum waiting period of one full year (12 months) before a child can be retested.
4. Scholars Academy Admissions & Criteria
Scholars Academy is a charter school designed for highly gifted children.
Admissions Requirements: An IQ test is a mandatory component of the application. Scores falling 2 to 3 standard deviations above the mean are considered for admission.
Responsibility: Admission decisions are made solely by the school. Parents are responsible for reviewing and understanding all application criteria, deadlines, and requirements. Please visit the Scholars Academy website for detailed admissions guidelines.
Early Kindergarten Testing: If you are seeking testing for early kindergarten entry (for children who will not turn 5 by the August cutoff date), please notify us when booking. Special criteria, additional testing protocols, and different rates apply for early admission evaluations.
5. Pricing & Expectations
Total Cost:$385.00 (A $60.00 deposit is required at scheduling, with a remaining balance of $325.00 due at the time of service).
Insurance Notice: Testing performed for school admissions or educational placement is not covered by health insurance.
What is Included: This flat fee is all-inclusive and covers:
Direct test administration (typically 1 to 2 hours)
Professional scoring and clinical interpretation
A comprehensive written report-provided within a week or sooner.
Email delivery of the report to both the parents and the school (including the required school attestation form). You will see the report and confirm that you want us to send to school.
Brief follow-up via phone or email to discuss results when requested.
Have more questions?
During peak testing seasons, we experience a high volume of inquiries and are often unable to return voicemails regarding IQ testing. Most questions are answered above; however, if you have a unique circumstance, please email us at info@carolinapsychologycenter.com and we will contact you directly.
Process for Scholar’s Academy Testing
Click on our Schedule Testing Button below. Choose IQ testing for Scholars Academy or admissions. You can choose first available or filter by clinician. Please note separate locations. Please read testing FAQ’s and if you have additional questions, you may email them to info@carolinapsychologycenter.com.
The scheduling app will have you select from open dates, times and location. Enter your child’s info, parent info, and pay the $60 deposit that secures your spot.
Balance due on date of testing is $325 at the end of the testing session. We offer sibling / family discounts of 10%-only one security deposit required. Email us to schedule the sibling. Generally, we have reports ready within 5-7 business days. We accept all forms of payment.
A reminder email will be sent 3 days prior to your testing appointment. Please be respectful of our time and let us know in advance if you cannot come or have changed your mind.
Testing slots are in 1.5 blocks to allow time for breaks when needed. Most children take 1 hour.
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FAQs
How long will testing take?
Length of testing depends on the needs of the client. An IQ test alone takes 1-2 hours. For diagnostic testing, 2-4 sessions are required and each session will range from 1-2 hours.
How should I prepare my child for testing?
There is no preparation needed for testing. It is best to tell your child that they are meeting with someone who is similar to a teacher to do some tasks and determine their strengths and weaknesses or “how they learn best.” With young children/ pre-school age, you may wish to tell them that we will be doing some fun activities in which they will be answering some questions, working with blocks and puzzles, and looking at pictures.
Please do not tell your child that the psychologist will be deciding if they are going to Kindergarten or getting into a particular school! That is ultimately not the decision of the psychologist.
What happens if I need to cancel my appointment?
The time for your child’s testing session is reserved specifically for them! If you need to cancel or re-schedule, you should do so by calling the psychologist as soon as you become aware of the need. Testing sessions are blocked often in 2 hour blocks and those times cannot be filled when enough notice is not given. Re-scheduling will be handled on a case-by-case basis. Repeated cancellations will result in not being scheduled for testing sessions. No-show clients (those that do not show or call) will not be contacted to re-schedule.
Will my insurance cover testing?
We do not accept insurance reimbursement for psychological testing. In addition, Educational testing (that is not part of a full diagnostic evaluation) and testing for Kindergarten admission or Gifted Admission is NOT covered by insurance, not matter which insurance provider you use. Insurance does not pay for elective educational testing where there is no clinical diagnosis.
What days and times are available for testing?
Availability varies according to client’s needs. Most younger children perform best in the mornings. Emailing is the best way to quickly secure an appointment slot.
How soon will I receive results?
Generally, if testing consists of an IQ test alone, results are provided within 1 week or sooner. For full diagnostic evaluations or psychoeducational evaluations, results are typically provided within 2-3 weeks. If you have a tight deadline, please let the psychologist know when scheduling to ensure testing and results can be completed in that timeframe.
What types of payment can you receive?
Payment can be made by cash, check, debit/credit card, or flex spending card. We also accept Zelle.
Why is testing so expensive?
Psychological testing is a specialized service that requires specific training and expertise. In particular, working with young children providing testing requires experience, additional time, and care. Testing protocols are also expensive. For every hour spent testing face-to-face there are additional hours for the psychologist to score, interpret, and write reports/follow up.
Make an Appointment
info@carolinapsychologycenter.com
704-609-3614
1909 J N Pease Place | Suite 204 Charlotte, NC 28262
