Individual Intellect Assessment

Catalog description

Examines the nature of human intellectual/cognitive abilities, their standardized measurement, and related issues in interpretation and practice. Provides preliminary training and experience in the administration and interpretation of two of the most widely used tests in this area: the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale, 4th ed. & the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, 5th ed. Introduces other instruments at a topical level. Emphasizes theoretical foundations, practice skills, cultural considerations and ethical issues in intellectual/cognitive assessment. Operates under the broad principles of a cooperative learning approach. By researching and presenting on key course concepts, students practice incorporating a scholarly and empirical basis into their clinical work to develop specialized expertise in clinical assessment. Class format includes instructor- and student-led didactics, discussion and practice labs.