EDF5722 Cognitive, personality and educational assessment

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1. 1

   Demonstrate understanding of the fundamental basics of psychological test construction, reliability and validity

2. 2

   Demonstrate a critical appreciation of the current research literature on psychological testing and construct validation

3. 3

   Demonstrate knowledge of the professional ethical, cultural and psychometric issues that arise when assessing and reporting on the intellectual and academic abilities, personality and psychopathology of individuals across the lifespan

4. 4

   Demonstrate the ability to select appropriate means of assessment for individuals of different ages and deficits or strengths

5. 5

   Demonstrate advanced skills in administration and scoring of intelligence tests, psychopathology and personality instruments, behavioural checklists and tests of academic attainment suitable for use with individuals and groups across the lifespan, including the administration and scoring of tests for individuals with sensory and neurological deficits

6. 6

   Demonstrate skill in accurate, clear and constructive file keeping on sessions with clients and accuracy, clarity, appropriateness and constructive communication in reporting the conclusions of testing in written reports for various purposes such as ascertainment for eligibility of funding, curriculum adjustment or clinical programming

7. 7

   Reflect on your personal role, interpersonal skills, impact, responsibilities and relationships as a clinician reporting psycho-educational assessments and recommendations.