Mar 28, 2024  
2017-2018 SGPP Catalog and Handbook 
    
2017-2018 SGPP Catalog and Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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PYD852 Neuropsychological Assessment (2 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): Completion of first year coursework (24 credits), PYD802 , PYD804 
This course is an introduction to neuropsychological assessment. Procedures for conducting brief assessments to screen for neuropsychological functioning are presented. Instruments to conduct more complete assessments of attention, memory, executive functioning, effort, sensory-motor functioning, and other cognitive processes are demonstrated and discussed. The course reviews communication of findings from neuropsychological assessments as appropriate for various settings and populations.


Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

  1. Evaluate and choose sound neuropsychological assessment instruments using rigorous psychometric principles and practices.
  2. Administer, score, and interpret selected neuropsychological assessments in a manner that is consistent with standard practices and is culturally appropriate.
  3. Integrate test information with interview, collateral, and background information and cultural features.
  4. Communicate test results to colleagues, the clients, and other appropriate parties.
  5. Apply ethical standards in the use of neuropsychological tests.



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