Assignment 2: Clinical and Forensic Assessment
Tasks:
Using resources from professional literature, explore the concepts of clinical and forensic assessments (professional literature may include relevant textbooks, peer-reviewed journal articles, and websites created by professional organizations, agencies, or institutions [.edu, .org, and .gov]):
In a minimum of 200 words, respond to the following:
- The major differences in the purpose of each type of assessment, with particular emphasis on the referral question, goals for the results of the assessment, and the intended audience
- The differences and similarities in the required qualifications of the person conducting each type of assessment
- The differences and similarities in reliance on clinical observation and empirical research when interpreting assessment results
- The differences and similarities in informed consent
All written assignments and responses should follow APA style for citing sources.
Submission Details:
- By the due date assigned, post your responses to this Discussion Area.
- Through the end of the module, respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts.
Grading Criteria | Maximum Points |
Quality of initial posting, including fulfillment of assignment instructions |
16 |
Quality of responses to classmates |
12 |
Frequency of responses to classmates |
4 |
Reference to supporting readings and other materials |
4 |
Language and grammar |
4 |
Total: |
40 |