PSYC 4410 - Psychological Assessment

(3) Credit Hours
Prerequisite: PSYC 1102; PSYC 2000 or PSYC 2010; PSYC 2400; PSYC 3020; PSYC 3030
This course introduces the conceptual, practical, ethical and legal issues related to psychological assessment. Topics include discussion of standards for testing (e.g., validity, reliability, norming, test development, avoidance of cultural bias) and general guidelines for selections of particular types of assessment methods for individuals (e.g., standardized test, direct observation, questionnaire, interview). Laboratory/research experience is included.