Interns will be able to plan and conduct assessments, including the appropriate selection of sources of information and methods, including interviews, observations, review of records, psychological testing, and contact with collateral sources. Additionally, they will be able to integrate assessment information and arrive at accurate descriptive and diagnostic formulations including clear, relevant recommendations.
Assessment competence is advanced through the numerous opportunities to conduct a variety of different types of assessment. Throughout the training year interns have the opportunity to conduct psychological, educational, behavioral, and developmental assessments. Interns are required to complete a minimum number of six (6) assessments, however the specific nature of these assessments can vary depending on the needs of the specific intern and site placement. Graduating interns are expected to display minimum competence in various types of assessment, depending on the intern’s area of specialization and interests. In addition, interns are able to build on their report writing and diagnostic skills through both formal didactic seminars as well as supervised, applied practice.
The expected outcome from this aspect of the training program is for interns to demonstrate the ability to plan and conduct assessments using appropriate methodology and instrument selection, and to integrate assessment information such that an accurate description of the client is produced followed by an accurate diagnostic formulation and clear, relevant recommendations.
