Seminar in Professional Ethics   [Archived Catalog]
2011-2012 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook with Addendum
   

SPD 700 - Seminar in Professional Ethics


The Seminar will introduce students to the Houston Conference model of neuropsychological training as it relates to the practice of pediatric neuropsychology in clinical and school settings. Best practices standards for pediatric neuropsychological assessment, intervention, and follow-up will be addressed along with ethical guidelines and case studies for illustration. Students will be introduced to The Chicago School Neuropsychology Translational Model that emphasizes clinicians translating neuroscientific and neuropsychological practice to maximize children’s quality of life and academic success in the schools, home, and community. (3 Credits)