Cognitive and Personality Assessment

Catalog description

This doctoral-level course presents an overview of the assessment of personality and cognition throughout the lifespan. The course will provide a conceptual base for psychological assessment, psychometric properties, define cognition and personality according to current research, review commonly used assessment measures, administration procedures, reliability and validity, application of the measures, and discuss the interpretation of findings. DSM is used for disorder classifications. Considerations of diversity and socio-cultural issues in assessment practices and ethical issues are highlighted. This course serves as a foundation for further study for individuals planning to assess personality and cognitive functioning.