PSYD 881 Geriatric Neuropsychological Assessment

This course focuses on the development of knowledge and skills necessary to perform psychological assessments and neuropsychological screenings, with an emphasis on older adults. Students gain a conceptual grasp of (1) uses of traditional assessment instruments with older adults, (2) use of psychological tests designed specifically for older adults, (3) use of neuropsychological tests to provide a screening for cognitive deficits, and (4) use of functional assessment with older adults. This course part of the Illinois School of Professional Psychology PsyD curriculum. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 1.5 semester hours