Monash University Handbook 2010 Postgraduate - Unit

Synopsis

The unit will introduce the principles of construction, administration and interpretation of measures of assessment relevant to counsellors. Formal and informal assessment measures will be looked at and some practical experience in their administration will be gained.

Objectives

The objectives of this unit are:

• to gain an understanding of the principles of test construction;
• to understand the differences between standardised tests and informal inventories and their various uses;
• to gain experience in the administration and interpretation of measures of self-esteem, non-verbal intelligence, career development and special ability tests.

Assessment

Assessment Plan 4000 words (50%)
Assessment Report 4000 words (50%)

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Brett Furlonger

Contact hours

3 hours per week