PSYC 708 - Assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorders

Credits: (2)

Instructional Method: Lectures
Prerequisites: Enrollment in chool psychology graduate program with a grade of B or better in PSYC 631, PSYC 632, PSYC 635, PSYC 663, and PSYC 785 or permission of instructor.

This course will provide an overview of theoretical, research and best practice considerations regarding assessment and diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Emphasis will be placed on hands-on practice and demonstrating competency with a variety of evidenced-based assessment instruments. Specifically students will demonstrate competency with performance-based neurocognitive instruments (e.g., ADOS-2, NEPSY-II Social Cognition), narrow-band rating scales and structured diagnostic clinical interviews. Assessment training will consider use of current Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM) and current IDEIA (special education) classification criteria. Developmental, subtyping, comorbidity, differential diagnosis, interdisciplinary team, and ethical considerations will be explored.

Note(s): This course is graded A-F.