Indexes

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About Indexes

What are indexes?

Indexes are simply groups of domains that are similar to each other in terms of the cognitive processes that they measure. The 9 individual domains within our assessment measure broad areas of cognition in slightly different ways.

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We have three indexes within our assessment

Language & numbers

This relates to our overall familiarity with, and how we process the English language and numbers.

Visual & Fluid

This relates to how we process new information that we are unfamiliar with, think about abstract concepts, and complete more complex problem solving including mathematical processing.

Memory

This relates to how easily and efficiently we store and retrieve information from our long-term memories.

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Why do we use Indexes?

Indexes help identify how cognitive domains interact. If a learner has lower scores in different indexes, stronger domains within those indexes can help compensate. However, if lower scores occur within the same index, compensation may be more challenging.

Man looking up his cognitive profile

Step One

is to review the index scores that we can see on the left. We recommend using these to decide on whether support is relevant.

Step Two

is to then review the domain scores. These tell us which type of support is relevant.

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Ensuring Reliable and Evidence-Based Support Decisions

Using indexes ensures support decisions meet rigorous international neuropsychological standards.

Indexes measure broad cognitive areas using multiple domains, like a doctor running different tests before treatment. Individual test results help determine the right support.

By using multiple evidence sources, we ensure robust, well-documented support plans for learners.

Case study

Empowering neurodiverse learners: Hawk Training’s journey to inclusive education with Cognassist

Hawk Training partnered with Cognassist to personalise learner support, improving educational outcomes, compliance, and staff efficiency across programmes.

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