Child Development & Assessment Service
by Specialists in Developmental-Behavioural Paediatrics
Parents with concerns about their child’s development may make an appointment for a comprehensive assessment to address their concerns and facilitate early child intervention.
Common child developmental issues
- Language delay
- Motor delay or clumsiness
- Learning problems
- Reading and writing problems
- Socio-emotional & behavioural difficulties, e.g.
- Temper tantrums, anxiety
- Hyperactivity, inattention problem
- Social communication problems (e.g. suspected autistic features)
- Sleep and eating problems
In general, an initial Assessment includes
- Parent interview
- Child evaluation
- Parent counselling
- Referral for training services
- Recommendations on further medical investigation or prescription of medication, if necessary
Duration of Initial Assessment
In general, it ranges from 2.5 to 3.5 hours, depending on the child’s age and condition.
Hourly Rates for the Initial Consultation:
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Consultation for the 1st hour
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HK$3,500
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Consultation for subsequent hours (per hour)
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HK$3,300
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Hourly Rate for Follow up Consultation:
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Consultation per hour
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HK$3,300
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Remarks
- Fees are charged by 30-minute units. Consultation in excess of 15 minutes will be charged as a 30-minute unit.
- The price does not include fees for a full assessment report and medication.
- The charges are subject to change without prior notice.