Neuropsychological Assessment

Human brain science research is a growing area that has implications for clinical assessment and intervention with a variety of populations. Workshops in the UC Berkeley Extension Professional Program in Neuropsychological Assessment provide an update on brain research and neuropsychological assessment tools used in diverse settings. Courses are aimed at helping licensed health and mental health professionals stay current in the field of neuropsychology and become better clinicians in their work with children and adults. Introductory as well as more advanced workshops are offered.

Program Benefits

Participants gain an understanding of current issues in the field of neuropsychology and will be better able to make assessments, informed referrals, etc. The series allows licensed health and mental health professionals (psychologists, LCSWs, MFTs, and RNs) the opportunity to focus their mandatory CEUs and earn a certificate of completion in this growing field of clinical work.

Note: Because clinical neuropsychology is a specialized area of practice requiring doctoral and postdoctoral training, this program does not prepare clinicians to practice neuropsychology or use neuropsychological instruments.

Minimum Requirements

The minimum number of hours to earn a certificate is 28 (2.8 ceu). There are no substitutions. Courses may be taken in any order, although it is recommended to take Advances in Human Brain Science for Clinicians first. To complete the professional program and earn a certificate of completion, you are required to take the following:

Required Workshops

Advances in Human Brain Science for Clinicians (0.7 ceu) 7 hours (offered spring 2010)

Introduction to Neuropsychological Assessment (0.7 ceu) 7 hours

Neuropsychological Assessment, Rorschach, and MMPI-2: An Update for Advanced Clinical Practice (1.3 ceu) 13 hours (offered spring 2010)

and at least one elective.

Electives

Child Neuropsychology (0.7 ceu) 7 hours (offered summer 2010)
Cross-Cultural Neuropsychological Assessment (0.6 ceu) 6 hours (offered future term)
Forensic Neuropsychological Assessment of Criminal Offenders (0.6 ceu) 6 hours
Introduction to Geriatric Neuropsychology and Long-Term Care (1.2 ceu) 12 hours (offered future term)
Neuropsychiatric Symptoms and Diagnostics of Dementia (0.6 ceu) 6 hours
Neuropsychology of Mild Brain Injury (0.6 ceu) 6 hours (offered future term)
Special Topics (tba)

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to fill out a formal application to either enter the program or receive a certificate on completion?
No. In order to begin the program, simply enroll in your first workshop and continue taking them each term until you have completed the 28 hours of coursework. Be sure to indicate on the Extension course roster that you wish to receive CE credit for the course. This will trigger a record of your attendance. When you have completed the program, please call (510) 643-3883 to request your certificate of completion.

How does the Professional Program in Neuropsychological Assessment prepare professionals?
Workshops in this program provide an update on human brain science research and neuropsychological assessment tools used in a variety of settings. Courses are aimed at helping professionals stay current in the field of neuropsychology and become better clinicians in their work with children and the adults.

What are the benefits of completing the program?
Participants will gain an understanding of current issues in the field of neuropsychology and will be better able to make assessments, informed referrals, etc. Participants also able to earn continuing education units and focus their course of study in this growing field of clinical work.

Who is eligible to take the courses in this program?
Although there is no specific degree or course requirements for this series of workshops, it is primarily intended for mental health clinicians who have a graduate degree in the field and are licensed psychologists, clinical social workers or marriage and family therapists. Psychiatrist and psychiatric nurses also take courses in this program.

How many courses will I need to take in order to earn a certificate?
The minimum number of hours to earn a certificate is 28 hours. There are three required workshops and one elective required to complete the program - four courses in total.

How long does it take to complete the program?
The program can be completed at your own pace. It will take a minimum of three semesters (one year) to complete the program; however, the courses can be taken over the course of several years. There is no deadline for completion of the courses in the program.

How much does it cost to complete the program?
The approximate cost of the program after each of the four classes has been paid for is approximately $850. Each workshop is paid for separately at the time of enrollment. Because the course fees may vary from semester to semester, this is only an estimate.

Should the courses be taken in a particular order?
Courses may be taken in any order, although it is recommended to take Advances in Human Brain Science for Clinicians first.

Where are the courses held? On what days are the courses held?
Courses are scheduled both in Berkeley and in the UC Berkeley Extension Center in SF (425 Market) and are usually held on Fridays and on the weekend (please check schedule each semester for exact time and location).

Once I obtain a certificate upon completion of the program, how will this affect my career and income?
This program allows clinicians to focus their learning in this specialized area of practice and list the completion of this certificate program from UC Berkeley Extension on their resume and in job applications. Participants in this program are able to earn 2.8 ceus (28 hours of continuing education credit) and specialize their professional development work in the area of neuropsychology.

For further information, please call (510) 643-3883 or e-mail .

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