Mar 28, 2024  
2015 - 2016 Graduate Catalog 
    
2015 - 2016 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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PSYC 785 - Neuropsychological Assessment

Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Graduate standing in psychology and a “B” or better in PSYC 631  or its equivalent and PSYC 628  or its equivalent; or admission to the Psy.D. program; or permission of instructor.
This course will emphasize the application of neuropsychological theory and principles to selection, administration, and interpretation of neuropsychological assessment batteries and techniques with pediatric, adult, and geriatric clients. Neuropsychological assessment will cover the following domains: language/communication, visual-spatial/perceptual/motor, sensorimotor, attention, learning and memory, and executive function. Associated multicultural (including rural), legal, forensic, and ethical issues will be examined, including practicing within the scope of one’s competency and the interface between counseling/clinical psychology and neuropsychology.



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