CEPD 6151 - Assessment & Appraisal in Counseling

(3 Lecture Hours 0 Lab Hours 3 Credit Hours)

Methods for the assessment of individuals in counseling will be taught, including clinical interviewing techniques, mental status exam, use of the APA Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM), test selection, administration, scoring, interpretation, and reporting of results. Selection and interpretation of assessment tools appropriate for community and school settings will be addressed.