CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY (ENGLISH, THESIS)
Master	TR-NQF-HE: Level 7	QF-EHEA: Second Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 7

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
CPS5106	Clinical Assessment	Spring Fall	2	2	3	8

The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester

Basic information

Language of instruction:	En
Type of course:	Departmental Elective
Course Level:
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Assist. Prof. TUĞCAN DEMİR
Course Lecturer(s):	Assist. Prof. BAŞAK TÜRKÜLER AKA
Course Objectives:	This course is designed to provide students with the theoretical knowledge and practice of intellectual assessment of children and adults. The focus will be on development of practical skill and expertise in the process of administering, scoring, interpreting, and reporting on the results of the most commonly used intelligence tests such as the Wechsler Scales. A brief introduction to Bender-Gestalt , Draw A person tests and an introduction to neuropsychological tests will be included. Upon completion of this course, students are expected to present comprehensive psychological reports that integrate task performance and clinical assessment results.

Learning Outputs

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Evaluates basic intelligence theories
Learns the rationale and structure of Wecshles Scales
Learns to write and interpret reports using Wechsler Scales
Learns Bender Gestalt and Draw A Person
Learns how to integrate results from different intelligence tests

Course Content

Historical overview of intelligence testing
Definitions of intelligence
Introduction to Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC) and its Turkish adaptation & WAIS-III
WISC-Description of subtests and statistical properties
WISC-Interpretation of subtests
WISC-Interpretation of profiles
WISC-Interpretation of profiles
WISC-Testing special populations
Introduction to Bender-Gestalt-
Introduction to projective measures-DAP
Neuropsychological measures

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

	Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to the course
2)	Historical overview of intelligence testing Definitions of intelligence
3)	Introduction to Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC) and its Turkish adaptation
4)	WISC-Description of subtests and statistical properties
5)	WISC-Interpretation of subtests
6)	WISC-Interpretation of profiles
7)	Neuropsychological assessment		-
8)	WISC-Interpretation of profiles
9)	WISC-Testing special populations
10)	Introduction to Bender-Gestalt
11)	Introduction to projective measures-DAP
12)	Introduction to neuropsychological tests
13)	Feedback skills
14)	Report writing

Sources

Course Notes:	Selected chapters from: •Frick, Barry & Kamphaus (2010) Child and Adolescent personality and behavior. Springer, New York •Groth-Marnat, G. (2003). Handbook of Psychological Assessment (Fourth Ed.) John Wiley & Sons, New Jersey.
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Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	52	% 20
Laboratory		% 0
Application		% 0
Field Work		% 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)		% 0
Quizzes		% 0
Homework Assignments	1	% 40
Presentation		% 0
Project		% 0
Seminar		% 0
Midterms		% 0
Preliminary Jury		% 0
Final	1	% 40
Paper Submission		% 0
Jury		% 0
Bütünleme		% 0
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 40
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	14	56
Laboratory	9	18
Application
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)
Field Work	3	9
Study Hours Out of Class	14	70
Presentations / Seminar	1	2
Project
Homework Assignments	3	21
Quizzes
Preliminary Jury
Midterms
Paper Submission
Jury
Final	1	21
Total Workload			197

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	To develop an in-depth understanding of human psychopathology and psychological well-being through theoretical knowledge and empirical research.
2)	To critically evaluate psychological theories, treatment approaches, and empirical findings to enhance evidence-based clinical practice.
3)	To master essential clinical skills, including clinical interviewing, case formulation, and evidence-based intervention techniques.
4)	To acquire knowledge and practical experience in psychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning through supervised clinical training.
5)	To develop proficiency in conducting independent research in clinical psychology, utilizing appropriate research designs (e.g., experimental, correlational, longitudinal, and qualitative studies) and statistical analyses.
6)	To develop the ability to integrate psychological theories and research into real-world clinical practice through supervised clinical training and fieldwork.
7)	To understand and adhere to ethical principles and professional standards in clinical psychology practice and research, with a commitment to non-discrimination, cultural sensitivity, and social responsibility.
8)	To engage in self-reflection and ongoing professional development, fostering critical thinking and lifelong learning in clinical psychology.
9)	To gain a biopsychosocial perspective on mental health by integrating biological, psychological, and social factors in the assessment and treatment of psychological disorders.
10)	To gain competence in cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic therapy approaches and specialize in one of them.
11)	To enhance supervision and case formulation skills through practical experience in clinical settings, developing the ability to provide structured feedback and support to clients and colleagues.
12)	To successfully complete a master’s thesis that demonstrates the ability to formulate research questions, conduct independent scientific inquiry, and contribute to the field of clinical psychology.