COU 6260 - Clinical-Based Assessment

3 hrs

Studies that provide an understanding of individual and group approaches to assessment/appraisal, and evaluation in a multicultural society that includes history, psychometric properties, test selection, administration, interpretation, and ethical issues. Focus will include an introduction to prevention, crisis, and addiction assessment, and the appropriate use of assessments in clinical settings including diagnostic interviews, mental status examinations, personality assessments, and screening instruments.