PSY 6501 - Intellectual Assessment

Institution:

Alliant International University

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Description:

Introduction to theory and practice of cognitive and intellectual assessment of children, adolescents and adults. Students gain proficiency in the administration, scoring and interpretation of major individually administered tests, most notably the Wechsler Intelligence Scales. Emphasizes interpretation of intelligence test scores in contexts of clinical observations of behavior, background information, multicultural issues and theory (developmental, cognitive, neuropsychological). IQ results are integrated with test scores on other measures (e.g., achievement, visual-motor). Case report writing, meaningful translation of test scores and issues of test bias, test abuse and test security are emphasized. Prerequisite: Clinical program enrollment.

Credits:

2.00 - 4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.alliant.edu

Phone Number:

(866) 825-5426

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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