Internship in Diagnostic Assessment Extension

Catalog description

Students who take an Incomplete in Internship in Diagnostic Assessment must enroll in this extension and continue to attend their Internship class. Internship in Diagnostic Assessment requires a minimum of 150 clock hours of field work that includes administration of formal and informal assessments, interpretation of formal and informal assessments, and verbal or written diagnostic summaries. The Internship experience is intended to develop the following competencies: (I) applying methods and/or techniques of interpretation of tests; (II) analyzing and identifying differences to include tiered systems for supporting instruction and behavior; (III) interpreting formal and informal diagnostic assessments and applying to guide interventions; (IV) utilizing knowledge of classroom environment, psychological principles, and data to assist in the development of student educational plans; (V) applying diagnostic interviewing techniques; (VI) collaborating and consulting with other professionals to identify instructional strategies; (VII) administering and interpreting the Wechsler scales, the Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale, and other psychoeducational instruments; and (VIII) providing services consistent with ethical, legal, and professional standards (MO DESE). Internship also meets formally as a class in addition to the work done in the field. This course uses a combination of lecture, discussion, and simulation. Both independent and cooperative learning opportunities will be included. Students must be prepared to be active participants in the learning process. Fee Information: $50 fee required.