Clinical Skills in Neuropsychology (PSYC90082)

Knowledge

On completion of this subject, at both a conceptual and practical level, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of clinical neuropsychological interaction, including interviewing, history-taking and intervention; diagnostic formulation; and report writing.
• Identify the factors that influence administration and interpretation of current neuropsychological measures including cultural issues.

Skills

On completion of this subject, at both a conceptual and practical level, students should be able to:

• Administer appropriate standardised neuropsychological testing,
• Conduct professional interviews and assessments
• Communicate findings in oral and written formats, including formal psychological reports, using culturally appropriate language.

Application of Knowledge and Skills

On completion of this subject, at both a conceptual and practical level, students should be able to:

• Formulate a conceptualisation of the presenting issues and neuropsychological profile.
• Construct the clinical approach that is most appropriate for the clinical setting and the individual patient in a culturally sensitive manner.