PSYD 871 Geriatric Assessment/Introduction to Neuropsychological Screening

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 is part of the FSPP PSYD curriculum. Pre-requisite(s): PSYD 736/736CL, PSYD 737, PSYD 737CL, PSYD 751, PSYD 771/771CL, and PSYD 772/772CL. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 semester hours

Credits

3

Distribution

Argosy Courses