0514-550 - Psychological Testing

Institution:

Rochester Institute of Technology

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This course will explore the theories, methods, and applications of psychological testing. The advantages and drawbacks of psychological testing in general, and selected tests in particular, will be emphasized. The use of tests in clinical and other applied areas of psychology is based on several assumptions. First, assessment is apt to be more useful if based upon reliable and valid information. Second, improving one's knowledge of tests will help students gather meaningful information about people and environments. Third, it is desirable to design intervention plans based on accurate assessment data, and to use data to evaluate intervention outcomes. Part of the clinical psychology track for the degree program. This course is open to non-majors as a professional elective. It cannot be used to fulfill a liberal arts requirement. (0514-210, 350, 400) Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rit.edu/

Phone Number:

(585) 475-2411

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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