Abstract
This subject provides a comprehensive introduction to the psychological assessment of children and adolescents. It is designed to assist students to develop theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the assessment of clients. Students will become familiar with the current theoretical and empirical foundations of child psychological assessment, and the application … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
Theories, models and methods in child psychological assessmentIntellectual assessment: WISC-V, SB-V, and other test batteriesAssessment of academic achievement: WIAT-III, YARC and other measuresAssessment of language, memory and other cognitive functions: CELF-5, CMS and other measuresAssessment of behavioural, emotion, and personality in children and adolescents: ASEBA, BASC-3, and other measuresObservational methodsThe … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to demonstrate knowledge of the theoretical and empirical foundations of psychological assessment;
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be able to select assessment methods and measures appropriate to the needs of the client;
3.
be able to administer, score and interpret the results of major measures of child and adult intelligence, achievement and other cognitive domains;
4.
be able to effectively interpret and communicate the results of a psychological assessment;
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be able to critically evaluate psychological tests and child and parent questionnaires; and
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be able to identify ethical issues in the psychological assessment of children and adolescents.
Enrolment restrictions
Available to students in the Masters programs in psychology.