PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT
PSY5PAX
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject provides in-depth training in the area of psychological assessment, integrating the scientist-practitioner roles of the professional psychologist. The focus is on concepts and techniques that are foundations for other subjects in the course. The assessment process, emphasising a problem-solving orientation, is examined, taking into account life-span and cultural issues. Psychometric theory, and its relationship to testing, is reviewed. Principles of assessment interviewing are outlined. The contribution of tests and testing to this process is considered in detail. Techniques of test administration and interpretation, with a particular emphasis on the Wechsler Intelligence Scales, are explored. Communication of psychological assessment outcomes, particularly through report writing, is given close attention. Lectures and seminar presentations will be augmented through yours' self-directed experiential activities.
SchoolPsychology and Public Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorLauren Fitzpatrick
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
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Co-requisitesN/A
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Assumed knowledgeN/A
Readings
Evidence of Absence: A Guide to Cognitive Assessment in Australia.
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorCrowe, S.F.
Year2010
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherBrisbane: Australian Academic Press
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
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Total hours/days requiredN/A
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Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
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Subject options
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Bendigo, 2020, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarina Chan
Class requirements
Seminar
Week:
10
-
22
One 2.00 h seminar every two weeks
on weekdays
at night
from week 10 to week 22
and delivered via online.
WorkShop
Week:
10
-
22
Four 7.00 h workshop other recurrence
on any day including weekend
during the day
from week 10 to week 22
and delivered via face-to-face.
"Some classes will be held in Melbourne."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One 20-minute practical examination of a videoed assessment (1,000-words equivalent) Achievement of professional competence in administering a selected Wechsler test battery | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| One written psychological assessment report (2,000 words equivalent) Report based on a hypothetical case. | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
| Four completed record forms of real-life psychological test administrations (1,500 words equivalent) Students practice administering tests to friends/family/other students and submit the completed record forms. Each record form is worth 7.5%. | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| One written reflective journal report (500 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLauren Fitzpatrick
Class requirements
Seminar
Week:
10
-
22
One 3.00 h seminar per week
on weekdays
during the day
from week 10 to week 22
and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One 20-minute practical examination of a videoed assessment (1,000-words equivalent) Achievement of professional competence in administering a selected Wechsler test battery | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| One written psychological assessment report (2,000 words equivalent) Report based on a hypothetical case. | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
| Four completed record forms of real-life psychological test administrations (1,500 words equivalent) Students practice administering tests to friends/family/other students and submit the completed record forms. Each record form is worth 7.5%. | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| One written reflective journal report (500 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |