RHDS 640

Psychosocial Evaluation and Assessment

This course provides a professional level introduction to the issues surrounding psychological assessment and techniques. Topics include: assessment of strengths, resources, capabilities, aptitudes, interests, personality, and cognitive abilities; understanding the consumer in the context of their environment and personal ecology; appraisal through behavioral observation; assessment of the effectiveness of interventions; utilizing assessment and appraisal information to determine appropriate services; acquisition of an assessment and appraisal knowledge base

Units: 3.0