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Jun 04, 2026
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CNSL 530 - Assessment Methods (3cr) This course provides an overview of psychological and clinical assessment methods utilized by mental health counselors. Students learn to conduct intake interviews, mental status examinations, biopsychosocial assessments, environmental and risk assessments, and apply standardized symptom checklists and diagnostic tools relevant to mental health treatment planning. Emphasis is placed on ethical, legal, and cultural considerations in assessment practices. The course covers the administration, scoring, and interpretation of psychological tests, as well as observational techniques used in clinical diagnosis and intervention.
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