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Nov 21, 2024
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2024-2025 Westminster College Catalog
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CE 812 - DSM Diagnosis Semester Hours: 3
The purpose of the course is to provide the student with the necessary skills to apply diagnosis to clients in a variety of settings using the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). The course serves as an introduction to the DSM-5, requiring students to gain an in-depth understanding of the criteria for diagnosis of mental health disorders. The course of study includes learning historical and current trends in diagnosis as well as a focus on developing a sense for evidence-based practice. Upon completing the course, students will be prepared to move toward case conceptualization and treatment planning.
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