Paying for a diagnostic assessment in Scotland Diagnostic assessments for specific learning difficulties (SpLD)
To help you get the support you need for studying, if you have a specific learning difficulty (SpLD), you’ll need a diagnostic assessment.
OU Scotland can help with the cost of a diagnostic assessment up to a maximum of £650 for OU students living in Scotland and currently studying. Unfortunately, we cannot help with costs for ADHD assessments.
Steps to organise and pay for a diagnostic assessment
Find an assessor
Dyslexia Scotland can provide a list of specialist assessors located in Scotland. Call their helpline on 0344 800 8484 to request the list, or email helpline@dyslexiascotland.org.uk. They will also be able to answer any queries you have regarding an assessment.
Choose an assessor
Once you have the list of specialist assessors, choose one who does diagnostic assessments for your specific learning difficulties.
Get a quote from the assessor
Contact the assessor you want to use and ask them for a quote for your diagnostic assessment.
Send the quote to OU Scotland
Send either the official email or a screenshot of the quote to us at scotland@open.ac.uk. Don't forget to include your OU personal identifier (PI) in your email. The OU can help with costs up to a maximum of £650. If the quote is more than £650 contact us to discuss your options using the contact details at the bottom of the page.
Receive confirmation and request for bank details
Once we’ve received the quote and payment has been approved, we'll ask you for your bank details. On receiving your bank details, we'll make the payment to you in 10 working days. It's your responsibility to pay for your assessment.
Book diagnostic assessment
When you've received the payment from us you can then go ahead and book your diagnostic assessment.
Send diagnostic assessment report to the OU
Once you have received your diagnostic assessment send a copy to us at scotland@open.ac.uk, including any password required to access the report. Don't forget to include your OU personal identifier (PI) in your email.
Contact us if you're unsure whether to have an assessment, worried about what's involved, or concerned about your studies.
Phone: +44 (0)131 226 3851, 08:00 - 17:30 Monday to Friday
Email: scotland@open.ac.uk
