PS 5920 - Testing and Assessment

Designed as a practical introduction to psychological testing and assessment, this course covers the basics in psychological assessment including statistical concepts used in testing, as well as test development, administration, scoring, and interpretation. Topics include intelligence, achievement, neuropsychological assessment, objective and projective personality testing, and testing of ability, aptitude, and attitudes. The course is designed to enable students to become competent and critical readers of testing data and research, to improve their knowledge of referral options, and to integrate testing data in treatment planning and therapy. (3 credits)