Child Study Center

Services

1. Educational and psychological assessments of children, adolescents, and young adults

   • Typical areas of referrals include learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral issues, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, school readiness, and vocational planning.

2. Consultation and education for parents concerning remediation and treatment of children’s academic difficulties and/or problem behaviors

   • Includes recommendations for interventions and supports of children’s learning and behavior problems

3. Consultation to schools, outside agencies, and other concerned professional personnel

Clinicians

• The primary role of the Child Study Center is to provide training for school psychology graduate students.

• The graduate students provide the assessment and intervention services under the direct supervision of the school psychology faculty and doctoral supervisors.

Fees

• The Child Study Center has a fee of $75. However, based on household income the fee can be reduced or waived completely. Evaluations elsewhere can range between $600–800.

Location and Time

• The Child Study Center clinic starts mid-January until mid-July each year, but takes referrals at any time during the year. The clinic is located at 243 Stouffer Hall, 1175 Maple St., Indiana, PA 15705.

Contact and Hours

• Parents should call the CSC Monday–Friday between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. School personnel wishing to refer a student should recommend that parents contact the Center for an appointment. All information is strictly confidential.

• Phone: 724-357-2445

• Email: childstudycenter@iup.edu
  

Director

Dr. Mark McGowan
242A Stouffer Hall
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
1175 Maple St.
Indiana, PA 15705-1058

Phone: 724-357-2174
Email: mmcgowan@iup.edu