Psychological Assessment

This single-module course introduces undergraduate Clinical Psychology students to the basic concepts of psychological assessment. It covers what psychological assessment and psychological tests are, different types of psychological tests, who conducts psychological assessment, and the importance of assessment in clinical practice. The module also introduces the process of conducting clinical assessment. It further provides an overview of basic ethical and cultural issues in psychological assessment.

No Certificate / Course on Audit Track

About Course

This course introduces learners to the fundamental concepts and practices of psychological assessment. It covers the basics of psychological assessment and provides an overview of how to conduct a clinical assessment effectively. Learners will explore ethical and cultural considerations that are essential for responsible and professional assessment practices. By the end of the course, learners will have a foundational understanding of assessment procedures, clinical practices, and ethical principles.

Authorship and Attribution

This course has been curated by Riphah International University faculty and staff using publicly available third-party content and Open Educational Resources (OER) for self-paced learning. Learners will engage with curated open-access materials to achieve the course learning outcomes. All third-party content is used under open-access or fair-use policies, while any original materials are developed specifically for this learning experience.

Source and Credits:

  • Instructor: The Wellness Centre Ltd (Cayman Islands)
  • Provider: YouTube (@thewellnesscentreltdcayman1773)
  • License: Standard YouTube license

Source and Credits:

  • Instructor: The Keys to Therapy
  • Provider: YouTube (@thekeystotherapy)
  • License: Standard YouTube license

Source and Credits:

  • Instructor: Thomas Field
  • Provider: YouTube (@thomasfield6397)
  • License: Standard YouTube license

 

What You'll Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to: 

  • Define psychological assessment and explain its importance in clinical practice.
  • Identify different types of psychological tests and describe their basic purposes.
  • Identify who conducts psychological assessments and describe the major methods used in assessment.
  • Explain the approach to complete psychological assessment.
  • Describe basic ethical and cultural considerations in psychological assessment.

Prerequisites

To be successful in this course, students should have a background in introductory psychology and basic knowledge of abnormal/clinical psychology. Familiarity with psychological terminology, professional communication, and basic research concepts is helpful.

Who Can Take This Course?

This course is for undergraduate students of Clinical Psychology and related mental-health disciplines who are beginning to learn professional clinical assessment. It is particularly suitable for students who need foundational knowledge.

Course Outline

What Is Psychological Assessment?

Introduction of Psychological Assessment (Video)

Conducting Clinical Assessment

How to Complete a Clinical Assessment (Video)

Ethical and Cultural Issues in Assessment

Ethics and Cultural Considerations in Psychological Assessment (Video)

Skills You Will Gain

Psychological Assessment Basics Clinical Assessment Skills Assessment Procedures Knowledge Ethical Assessment Practices Cultural Assessment Awareness Clinical Interview Techniques Professional Assessment Principles Psychological Evaluation Understanding

Course Information

Duration

Approximately 1.2 Hours

Course Information

Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Learning Mode

Fully Online (Asynchronous)

Learning Type

Self Paced

Language

English Only

Instructor/Curator

Course Instructor
  • Maria Tanvir profile image
    Maria Tanvir Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities