Which Master's level can do testing, assessments? From what I understand, MSW can't do it. What about LPs, MFTs, counselors? Can they do assessments and to what extent; only under a psychologist?
I'm interested in doing psychological diagnosis using The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). It is possible to do so with any type of a Master's degree?? Or only psychiatrist and PhD/PsyD psychologists can do so? Thank you.
I'm interested in doing psychological diagnosis using The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). It is possible to do so with any type of a Master's degree?? Or only psychiatrist and PhD/PsyD psychologists can do so? Thank you.
"Assessment" in regard to diagnosing can be done at the MA/MS level. "Assessment" in regard to psychological testing and evaluation is more restrictive. Generally it is reserved for the doctoral level, though non-doctoral School Psychologists can also perform some assessments. There are some MA/MS that can do it, though it is typically under the supervision of a doctoral-level person. An MD/DO (ethically) should not administer psychological assessments (MMPI-2, etc), though some do screeners and related assessments.
