PSYC 5420 - Assessment I

4 hours (3;3)

Introduction to and an overview of psychological assessment models, techniques and data collection systems for individuals, groups and organizations with a focus on the assessment of individuals. Emphasis on interviews, behavioral observation and tests of intelligence (Wechsler Scales, Stanford-Binet, Illinois Test of Psycho-linguistic Abilities and group intelligence tests), including administration, scoring, interpretation and report writing.

Prerequisite(s): Admission to a graduate degree program in psychology.

Students who have had a similar course without laboratory credit are required to enroll in a special problems laboratory. Offered fall term/semester only.