Does your child struggle to read, write, speak, do math, or relate to peers? These are all signs of a learning disability. In fact, 1 in 5 students has a learning disability like dyslexia, dysgraphia, or ADHD — but 95% never receive a diagnosis¹. So how can you know for sure? That’s where a Learning Disability Evaluation can help.

Unfortunately, getting an evaluation is not as easy as it should be: not all school districts pay for evaluations, and if they do, waitlists can be months long. If you decide to pay out of pocket, evaluations cost $4,000 (or more)². Yet, for the families that can afford it, it pays off. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act requires schools to give equal access and appropriate accommodations to students with disabilities. And with a proper diagnosis and learning plan, kids with learning disabilities can thrive – college students who get accommodations for their learning disability are 3.5 times more likely to graduate than those who don’t.

But what about the majority of parents who can’t afford to pay out of pocket? That’s how I discovered Marker Learning. Marker is the only nationwide service that provides Learning Disability Evaluations virtually, and most importantly, affordably. 

Easy, Convenient, and Affordable

Marker is different from traditional evaluations in two key ways: speed and cost. Evaluations are conducted within one month, and cost $1,500, no matter where you live – that’s 75% less than traditional evaluations. Marker offers flexible payment plans so your monthly cost can be as low as $375, if you qualify.

Marker evaluations are conducted via videoconference, with flexible scheduling options including nights and weekends. In contrast to traditional, in-person evaluations, that means no taking off work for you, and no missing school for your child.

“I was really impressed with the thought process [Marker] put into it. They had three sessions with her and she just did great. Afterwards we got a packet with so much information in it and sat with us to go over what we could do to help her.” - Stephanie, Marker Learning parent

Backed by Top Experts and Institutions

You can trust that Marker provides high quality, virtual evaluations – proven to be just as effective as traditional in-person evaluations by the National Library of Medicine. All of Marker’s evaluation providers are licensed psychologists with specialized training in diagnosing learning disabilities.

Marker's expert advisors include Monica McHale-Small, Director of Education for the Learning Disabilities Association of America, and Dr. Sabrina Braham of Stanford. Marker’s psychologist team features highly-trained experts including Dr. Dot Moore, who received her Masters of Education in School Psychology from Howard University and spent 15 years working as a school psychologist in public, private, and charter schools.  

"Everyone communicated quickly and explained the process and expectations clearly. Dr. Hinojosa was friendly, helpful and caring through the whole process." - Heather, Marker Learning parent

Marker is backed by investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Richard Branson’s Virgin Group, Primary Ventures, and Difference Partners.‍

Individualized Plans

Marker simplifies the usually winding path to a learning disability diagnosis. They offer a personalized approach to support, tailored to the unique needs of each student.

If you’re unsure where to start, Marker’s website offers a free quiz to help you determine if a learning disability evaluation is appropriate. Once the quiz is completed, you’ll schedule a free consultation with a specialist to develop an action plan. Marker’s team members are experts in identifying learning disabilities and providing learning support and care via telehealth.

"Dr. Deus-Hines made my child feel very comfortable and was very helpful. Her assessment was very thorough. Communication was excellent. It was so much easier doing virtual visits versus having to get to appointments around town." - Lisa, Marker Learning parent

If you qualify for an evaluation, Marker will help you schedule a virtual meeting with a licensed psychologist who specializes in diagnosing learning disabilities. After the evaluation, you will receive a detailed report including a diagnosis and action plan for your child. The psychologist will meet with you and your child to discuss next steps, including detailed instruction on how to apply for school or work accommodations – a key resource in helping your child learn in the way that best meets their needs to set them up for success later in life. 

“I came across Marker Learning online. They were happy to be part of our journey. We were able to work with our school and they understood what my daughter’s disability was.” - Stephanie, Marker Learning parent

‍Conclusion

An undiagnosed learning challenge can lead to a lifetime of learning difficulties. 20% of kids with learning disabilities drop out of high school, and only 34% of students with dyslexia will graduate college. Fortunately, a diagnosis and proper support can significantly improve outcomes in school, work, and life for your child. Researchers estimate that 90% of students with learning disabilities are capable of graduating college and maintaining a career if they receive a proper diagnosis and support. Marker Learning is the only service in the country that opens the door to parents directly and affordably. 

If you’re concerned that your child might have a learning disability, take the quiz now, and afterward, schedule a free consultation with a Marker specialist:

References:

1. Wagner, Richard K et al. “The Prevalence of Dyslexia: A New Approach to Its Estimation.” Journal of learning disabilities vol. 53,5 (2020): 354-365. doi:10.1177/0022219420920377
2. Chambers, Gerard. "Evaluation Fees Neuropsychology & Insurance Coverage Explained." Gerard Chambers, https://drgchambers.com/evaluation-fees-neuropsychology-insurance-explained/.