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Disability Assessment Resources

Last updated 8/13/2025. 

Student Access Services (SAS) at Wenatchee Valley College (WVC) does not conduct formal evaluations or provide any diagnostic testing.

This page provides information to help students and their families to find evaluation options in the Wenatchee and Omak areas.

Because processes can change, always contact providers directly to confirm current requirements, wait times, and costs.


How to Get Started with an Evaluation

General Process

In many cases, you’ll need a referral from your Primary Care Provider (PCP) or another healthcare provider. Make an appointment with them to discuss your needs/concerns.

High School Students and Running Start

You may request an evaluation from your school psychologist if you are currently enrolled in a Washington State school district. Contact them before you graduate if you need diagnostic support.

Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)

DVR may conduct any number of evaluations to help identify barriers to employment. These barriers and employment goals may be relevant to your education at WVC. DVR intake assessments can take up to two months to complete and DVR continues to focus on vocational assessments for about three months following those evaluations. This service is unique for each person.  


Considerations

Time Commitment

Completing the process, from scheduling the appointment with your primary care provider to receiving the results of your evaluation, will take at least several months. If you need accommodations while you wait for an evaluation, please contact Student Access Services.

Initial appointment and final test results review appointments generally last 45 to 60 minutes. Testing appointments may last several hours, depending on the requirements of the particular assessments. 

Cost and Insurance Coverage

In many situations, insurance companies (including state insurance) may cover the costs associated with these evaluations. Contact your insurance company directly to find out more about your specific coverage.

The cost of evaluations vary widely and are difficult to quote. Offices may provide a quote upon request or may share on their webpage. Some offices may provide financial aid options and sliding scales, to assist with costs. Ask about these options with their office.


List of Providers

Last updated August 2025. The following list of providers is not exhaustive and is for informational purposes only. WVC SAS does not endorse any of the specific providers listed below. Contact the office directly to learn about their current policies and processes. 

Greater Wenatchee Area

Confluence Health

Columbia Valley Community Health (CVCH)

Wenatchee DVR Office


Greater Omak Area

Okanogan Behavioral Healthcare

Confluence Health

Columbia Valley Community Health (CVCH)

Omak DVR Office


Remote and Other Areas

Fischer Psychology

Mindful Therapy Group

Valley Psychological Services

MasterMind Psychology, P.S.

Yellow Brick Clinic

Northwest Autism Center