SPYF 529 Assessment and Intervention for Complex Educational Needs
This advanced-level course prepares candidates to conduct comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations for complex and specialized cases. Emphasis is placed on advanced assessment techniques for identifying and supporting students with twice-exceptional profiles, rare or low-incidence disorders, and those presenting with overlapping or atypical characteristics. Candidates will deepen their skills in conducting area-specific evaluations (e.g., executive functioning, social-emotional functioning, adaptive behavior), integrating multiple data sources, and applying clinical judgment to formulate nuanced interpretations. Special attention is given to ethical considerations, differential diagnosis, and collaborative communication with multidisciplinary teams, including parents. Through case-based learning and simulated practice, students will develop expertise in tailoring assessment approaches for diverse and diagnostically complex learners, with a strong focus on actionable recommendations that align with school-based intervention frameworks such as Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Credits
3
Corequisite
None