Syllabus521 Assessment Techniques

8/4/23, 2:31 PM Assessment Techniques in Counseling > Syllabus | Concourse https://liberty.campusconcourse.com/view_syllabus?course_id=39576&public_mode=1 1/10  Course Description This course is designed to provide an understanding of individual and group approaches to assessment and evaluation in a multicultural society. Comprehension and application of basic concepts of standardized and nonstandardized testing and other assessment techniques, including norm-referenced and criterion-referenced assessment, environmental assessment, performance assessment, inventory methods, psychological testing, and behavioral observations are examined. Social and cultural factors related to the assessment and evaluation of individuals, groups, and specific populations are discussed. Identification of applicable ethical strategies for selecting, administering, and interpreting assessment and evaluation instruments and techniques in counseling are evaluated. Requisites For information regarding prerequisites for this course, please refer to the  Academic Course Catalog (https://catalog.liberty.edu/) .  Rationale The ability to use assessments in clinical practice is an integral part of the counseling process. Counselors must be able to competently and ethically assess clients' presenting issues, conceptualize and define these issues, evaluate and select the appropriate intervention, and evaluate the effectiveness of the interventions on alleviating the clients' distress. Thus, regardless of the setting, counselors will administer and interpret a variety of assessments throughout the process of counseling. Therefore, it is essential to acquire the basic assessment skills needed to help clients gain deeper insight into themselves and their issues. Method of Instruction: This 8 week course is delivered in a digital asynchronous format, with Canvas as the primary instructional delivery method.  Students complete one module per week over the duration of the course.   Course Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: A. Discuss historical perspectives concerning the nature and meaning of assessment. B. Explain basic concepts of standardized and non-standardized testing and other assessment techniques including norm-referenced and criterion-referenced assessment, environmental assessment, performance assessment, individual and group test and inventory methods, and behavioral observations. C. Apply statistical concepts including scales of measurement, measures of central tendency, indices of variability, shapes and types of distributions, and correlations. D. Explain and evaluate reliability in terms of theory of measurement error, models of reliability, and the use of reliability information. E. Explain and evaluate validity in terms of theory of measurement error, types of validity, and the relationship between reliability and validity. F. Identify how age, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, language, disability, culture, spirituality, and other social and cultural factors relate to the assessment and evaluation of individuals, groups, and specific populations and reflect on these factors through the lens of a counselor with a Biblical worldview. G. Identify and utilize ethical strategies for selecting, administering, and interpreting assessment and evaluation instruments. H. Understand general principles and methods of case conceptualization, assessment, and/or diagnoses of mental and emotional status. Key Performance Indicator Matrix Assignments Key Performance Indicator Evidence: Course/Learning Experience KPI 3 (2.F.3). Students will understand and apply theories and concepts of human development when counseling individuals at all developmental stages across the lifespan. (Measures PLO #2, 3, 6). Benchmark Initial Interview Assignment Online · School of Behavioral Sciences · Counselor Education & Family Studies Assessment Techniques in Counseling COUC-521 CG Section 8WK 11/08/2019 to 04/16/2020 Modified 06/15/2023

8/4/23, 2:31 PM Assessment Techniques in Counseling > Syllabus | Concourse https://liberty.campusconcourse.com/view_syllabus?course_id=39576&public_mode=1 2/10 KPI 7 (2.F.7). Students will demonstrate appropriate use of assessment relevant to academic, educational, career, personal, and social development and identify ethical, social, and cultural factors related to assessment (Measures PLO #1, 4, 6). Benchmark Exploring Reliability and Validity Assignment Benchmark Initial Interview Assignment Benchmark Mental Status Exam Assignment KPI 8 (2.F.8). Students will articulate the importance of using research to inform counseling practice; to evaluate and apply research using best practices; and to identify social and cultural implications for interpreting and reporting results (Measures PLO #1, 5, 6). Benchmark Exploring Reliability and Validity Assignment KPI 9 (5.C). Students demonstrate the ability to synthesize counseling theories into a comprehensive bio-psychosocial- spiritual theoretical approach that informs assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning for diverse individual, group, and family client(s) with a broad array of presenting problems and mental disorders (Measures PLO #1, 3, 6, 7). Benchmark Initial Interview Assignment Benchmark Mental Status Exam Assignment Common Core Courses Matrix of Student Competencies F.7  Assessment and Testing CACREP Standard Course/Experience – Learning Experiences F.7.a. historical perspectives concerning the nature and meaning of assessment and testing in counseling Quiz: Assessment in Counseling F.7.b. methods of effectively preparing for and conducting initial assessment meeting Quiz: Assessment in Counseling Benchmark Initial Interview Assignment Intake Interview Discussion: Intake Interview Plans Discussion: Intake Interview Reflection F.7.c. procedures for assessing risk of aggression or danger to others, self-inflicted harm, or suicide Quiz: Interpreting Assessment Results Benchmark Mental Status Exam Assignment Intake Interview Discussion: Intake Interview Plans Discussion: Intake Interview Reflection F.7.d. procedures for identifying trauma and abuse and for reporting abuse Quiz: Interpreting Assessment Results Benchmark Mental Status Exam Assignment Intake interview; Discussion Intake Interview Plans Discussion: Intake Interview Reflection

8/4/23, 2:31 PM Assessment Techniques in Counseling > Syllabus | Concourse https://liberty.campusconcourse.com/view_syllabus?course_id=39576&public_mode=1 3/10 F.7.e. use of assessments for diagnostic and intervention planning purposes Quiz: Assessment in Counseling Quiz: Interpreting Assessment Results Quiz: Assessment of Personality/Assessment in Educational Settings Discussion: Observational Skills Benchmark Mental Status Exam Assignment Psychological Report Assignment F.7. f.  basic concepts of standardized and non-standardized testing, norm-referenced and criterion-referenced assessments, and group and individual assessments Quiz: Assessment in Counseling Quiz: Assessment of Achievement and Aptitude Quiz: Assessment of Personality/Assessment in Educational Settings Benchmark Exploring Reliability and Validity Assignment Benchmark Mental Status Exam Assignment Psychological Report Assignment F.7.g. statistical concepts, including scales of measurement, measures of central tendency, indices of variability, shapes and types of distributions, and correlations Quiz: Statistical Concepts Benchmark Exploring Reliability and Validity Assignment Benchmark Mental Status Exam Assignment Psychological Report Assignment F.7.h.  reliability and validity in the use of assessments Quiz: Reliability and Validity Discussion: Analyzing Test A and Test B Benchmark Exploring Reliability and Validity Assignment F.7.i. use of assessments relevant to academic/educational, career, personal, and social development Quiz: Assessment of Achievement and Aptitude Quiz: Assessment of Personality/Assessment in Educational Settings Benchmark Initial Interview Assignment Benchmark Mental Status Exam Assignment Psychological Report Assignment Intake Interview Discussion: Intake Interview Plans Discussion: Intake Interview Reflection F.7.j. use of environmental assessments and systematic behavioral observations Quiz: Assessment in Counseling Quiz: Interpreting Assessment Results Discussion: Observational Skills Benchmark Mental Status Exam Assignment Psychological Report Assignment Intake Interview Discussion: Intake Interview Plans Discussion: Intake Interview Reflection