Assessment Literacy
for Therapists and Counselors
A one-hour foundational orientation to psychological assessment for non-evaluators.
Format
Fully online, asynchronous (self-paced)
Access
30 Day Access
Tuition
Complimentary
Eligibility
Therapists, counselors, and non-evaluating clinicians
Overview
Many therapists and counselors work alongside assessment reports without ever being taught how evaluations are conducted, what questions they are designed to answer, or how to translate findings into meaningful clinical support.
This introductory course provides a clear overview of psychological assessment as a distinct discipline. You will learn how assessment differs from counseling, intake, and symptom tracking, and what kinds of clarity comprehensive evaluation can provide.
Participants are introduced to why assessment exists, when it is indicated, and how evaluations examine cognition, attention, learning, processing, and functioning across domains rather than focusing only on symptoms or diagnoses. The course also offers practical guidance for reading reports, identifying what is clinically relevant, and using findings to support clients while staying within scope of practice.
Benefits of this training
After completing the course, you will be better prepared to:
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Understand what psychological assessment is and why it exists
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Recognize when assessment is indicated and what questions it can answer
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Read psychological reports with greater clarity and confidence
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Identify the most clinically relevant findings for treatment planning
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Translate assessment language into practical clinical support
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Collaborate more effectively with evaluators and other providers
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Use assessment findings to inform accommodations, supports, and life planning within your scope
Who should take this course
This course is designed for therapists, counselors, and other non-evaluating clinicians who routinely encounter psychological assessment reports in their work.
This course is a strong fit if you:
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Want a clear orientation to assessment without becoming an evaluator
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Support clients who bring in reports from schools, clinics, or private evaluators
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Want to understand what different test domains measure and why they matter
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Want to use assessment findings to support clients more effectively while staying in scope
Topics covered
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What psychological assessment is and what it is designed to answer
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How assessment differs from counseling, intake, and symptom tracking
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When assessment is indicated and what “referral questions” mean
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What comprehensive evaluations often examine across domains
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How to read a psychological report and find what matters clinically
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How to translate results into treatment support, accommodations, and planning
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Scope considerations for non-evaluators and ethical collaboration
How it works
This is a one-hour, self-paced introductory course designed for efficient completion. Content is structured to be clear, practical, and immediately usable in clinical work.
Regulatory note
This course is educational and does not confer licensure, registration, or expanded scope of practice. Participants are responsible for practicing within their existing scope, jurisdiction, and professional standards.
How to enroll
- Click the enrollment link
- Complete checkout
- Check your email to log into Kajabi
- Start immediately (asynchronous access)