MSC 622 - Counseling, Assessment, and Application

Institution:
Lincoln University of Pennsylvania
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Description:
This course will examine a variety of assessment and testing methods, advanced interviewing procedures, and observational techniques associated with the formulation of diagnostic impressions and treatment plans in clinical settings. Emphasis will be given to multi-modal and eclectic appraisals of cognitive, affective, social, vocational, interests/aptitude, achievement, intellectual and personality aspects of functioning. This course will also present frameworks and models for the development of assessment practices. Attention will be given to the function and origin of assessments and testing instruments and principles underlying counseling and clinical practice in various human services settings. Additionally, concepts identifying appropriate paradigms for diagnostic inferences will be covered. Guidelines for conducting the assessment process in an ethical and considerate manner will be presented. Much attention will be given to the implications of clinical assessment and testing for diagnosis, clinical decision-making and treatment planning. The techniques, tools, instruments and models incorporate into the course content will be elucidated in a pragmatic manner to be utilized by counselors, clinicians and human service practitioners who might not necessarily administer psychological tests but will nevertheless be responsible for making clinical judgments and interventions based upon an understanding of test results.
Credits:
3.00
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Instructional Type:
Lecture
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Phone Number:
(484) 365-8000
Regional Accreditation:
Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
Calendar System:
Semester

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