Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025)
- Study level
- Postgraduate Coursework
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Psychology School
Aims to familiarise students with the practical details of psychological test administration, interpretation and report writing relating to most commonly presenting assessment questions in clinical psychology. Hypothesis testing approach to clinical assessment is stressed. Students expected to achieve competence in administration and interpretation of limited number of commonly used assessment devices.
Thisﾠcourse aims to familiarise the student with the practical elements of psychological assessment, includingﾠtest selection and administration, interpretation of results, and report writing. A hypothesis testing approach to psychological assessment is emphasised. Students are required to become competent in the administration of aﾠlimited number of key tests in order to demonstrate some of the core capabilities and attributes required for general registration with theﾠPsychology Board of Australia, and so emphasis is placed on developing theseﾠcompetencies, as well as fundamental psychological assessment skills.ﾠ
Course requirements
Restrictions
MClinPsych, MPsych and MClinNeur&ClinPsych or with permission of Director of Clinical Programs
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
This course utilisesﾠa mix ofﾠfull-day and briefer in-person only sessions,ﾠwhich are scheduled throughout the early part of the semester. It is thereforeﾠveryﾠimportantﾠthat students familiarise themselves with the timetabling detailed inﾠSection - Learning Activities. Attendance at all scheduled sessions ensures that you have the best opportunity to develop (and therefore be able to demonstrate) the assessment competencies expected of someone aiming to become a registered psychologist per AHPRA requirements.ﾠ
Aims and outcomes
The course aims to familiarise the student with the practical details of test administration, interpretation, and report writing in a variety of applications including cognitive assessment, personality assessment, and neuropsychological evaluation, with children, adolescents,ﾠadults, and older adults. The course will consider the applicability of 'mainstream' assessment instruments when assessing people from different cultural backgrounds, including Indigenous Australians. This course offers a view of cognitiveﾠand neuropsychological assessment, with emphasis being placed on a limited number of core tests relevant within the UQ Psychology Clinic assessment environment in particular. Aﾠsatisfactory level of competence with these tests is a goal of the course, with students expected to build on that competence via their placements.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Competently administer the WISC-V and WAIS-IV batteries.
LO2.
Effectively interpret test results and report these results in an accurate and meaningful way (e.g., report writing and providing verbal feedback).
LO3.
Understand the purpose, administration, and interpretation of a variety of psychological and neuropsychological tests designed for children, adolescents, adults and older adults
LO4.
Have working knowledge of ethical and dissemination issues in psychological testing
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Practical/ Demonstration |
WAIS-IV/WISC-V Test Administration Competency
|
40% |
3/04/2025 3:00 pm |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation |
WISC-V/WAIS-IV Report and Video Feedback Session
|
60% |
28/04/2025 3:00 pm |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
WAIS-IV/WISC-V Test Administration Competency
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Practical/ Demonstration
- Weight
- 40%
- Due date
3/04/2025 3:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01
Task description
Must demonstrate competency in administering the WAIS-IV or WISC-V. You will team up with a PSYC7112 class colleague to record yourself administering the test to that colleague using the guidelines for the assessment that will be disseminated on the first day of class. The video recording is to be no longer than 20 minutes and should not be edited. You will then complete a written reflection on the test administration rating your performance.
Hurdle requirements
You must pass this assessment to pass the courseSubmission guidelines
The test administration video is to be created using ECHO360 and uploaded to the PSYC7112 Blackboard site via the My Media link. Please ensure you share the video when you upload it as this means that the course coordinator and tutors can see your submission. Please see https://elearning.uq.edu.au/student-guides-original/echovideo-original/submit-video-assignment-echovideo-original to help guide you with the practicalities of recording and submission.
The written reflection is to be submitted via Turn-It-In.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 7 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Contact the Course Coordinator
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
WISC-V/WAIS-IV Report and Video Feedback Session
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 60%
- Due date
28/04/2025 3:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L02, L03, L04
Task description
This piece of assessment has two components. The first part is to write a psychological report based on information you will be provided with for either a child or adult assessment case (worth 50 marks). The second part is to record the feedback session you would provide to the parent(s) of the child or to the adult client, via a video recorded role play with one of the other students in the class taking on the role of parent/client (worth 20 marks).
Hurdle requirements
You must pass this assessment to pass the courseSubmission guidelines
Submit report (including scoring sheets) via Turnitin and upload the feedback session video via the My Media link provided on the PSYC7112 Blackboard site.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
For full details please review the School of Psychology Student Guidelines - Extensions and Deferred quiz/exam.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0 - 30.99 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 2 (Fail) | 31 - 43.99 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 44 - 55.99 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes |
| 4 (Pass) | 56 - 67.99 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 5 (Credit) | 68 - 77.99 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 78 - 87.99 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 88 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
Additional course grading information
All pieces of assessment must be passed in order to pass the entire course.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Additional learning resources information
Attendance at lectures:
Attendance at all scheduled sessions ensures that you have the best opportunity to develop (and therefore be able to demonstrate) the competencies expected of someone aiming to become a registered psychologist. It is also essential that students arrive on time to classes both as a courtesy to other students and lecturers, and also as an indication of professionalism.
Critical material pertaining to assessment pieces for this course is presented during scheduled classes. Therefore, students who miss course content will likely be disadvantaged in completing the assessment for this course to a satisfactory (and therefore competent) standard.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
O-week (17 Feb - 23 Feb) |
Workshop |
Introduction to Cognitive Assessment This all day workshop focuses on introducing students to cognitive assessments, including underlying theories and processes, as well as brain-behaviour considerations. Learning outcomes: L03, L04 |
Week 1 (24 Feb - 02 Mar) |
Workshop |
Introduction to Intellectual Assessment This all day workshop aims to introduce students to the concept of assessing intelligence. We then focus specifically on the administration, scoring, and interpretation of the WAIS-IV and the WISC-V via practical, hands-on activities. Learning outcomes: L01, L03, L04 |
Workshop |
Introduction to Assessing Children This all day workshop will cover common assessment tools and techniques for answering child referral questions (e.g., intellectual assessment, academic achievement, learning disorders). We will also take a look at the WIAT-III with hands-on practice and scoring activity. Learning outcomes: L03 |
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Week 2 (03 Mar - 09 Mar) |
Seminar |
Interpretation, Integration, and Reporting This seminar will develop the ability of the students to interpret, integrate, and report (via both written and verbal communication) a client's test results. We will also briefly explore the important role of emotion and behaviour in relation to the interpretation of assessment results. Learning outcomes: L02 |
Week 3 (10 Mar - 16 Mar) |
Seminar |
Individual differences In this seminar, we explore assessment from the perspective of working within other contexts, such as First Nations. Learning outcomes: L03, L04 |
Week 4 (17 Mar - 23 Mar) |
Tutorial |
Independent learning modules A selection of video content will be provided, offering the students an opportunity to explore common tests used in, for example, clinical contexts, sports contexts, etc... It is expected that students view the videos in their own time and consult with the course coordinator should they have any questions about the content. Learning outcomes: L03 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.
You'll also need to be aware of the following policies and procedures while completing this course:
- Fitness to Practise Policy
- Vaccinations and Immunisation Procedure
- Work Integrated Learning and Work Experience Policy
School guidelines
Your school has additional guidelines you'll need to follow for this course: