Intelligence Testing

Catalog description

This course introduces the student to the theory, administration, scoring, and interpretation of standard intelligence tests. Intellectual assessment scales examined include the Stanford-Binet, and the various Wechsler Scales. Basic interpretation and report writing skills are developed and assessed. Biopsychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and disability factors affecting test validity and interpretation are also examined. The purpose of this course is to emphasize the use of clinical instruments to assess cognitive functioning of children and adults. It consists of lectures, demonstrations, practice administrations, and individual checkouts of competencies in test administration.