Master of Science in Psychometry

To be considered for the program, students must:

1. have a bachelor’s degree, in psychology, special education, education, speech pathology, or related fields, with the applicant’s transcript showing evidence of courses in research methods, inferential statistics, tests and measurements, and abnormal psychology (evidence of biopsychology is strongly recommended) from a regionally accredited University;
2. have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 from a regionally accredited bachelor’s degree-bearing institution or master’s degree

We adhere to a scientist-practitioner model that prepares students for practice as a psychometrist. The psychometrist is skilled in the administration and scoring of objective neuropsychological, educational, and psychological test batteries. The psychometrist may only perform duties under the general supervision of licensed/certified neuropsychologists, school psychologists, and clinical psychologists. The supervising neuropsychologist/psychologist provides technical and clinical guidance and uses the assessments and reports that the psychometrist performs and prepares to assist in diagnosing and preparing treatment plans and recommendations for clients. Psychometrists’ assessments and records are also used to advance the field by using the test data for research. Knowledge and skills are developed through integrated coursework, lab, and practicum experiences. Students complete a four-quarter sequential program of study, beginning in the summer quarter.

After completion of the MS and a minimum of 2,000 hours of testing, scoring, and associated administrative experience under the supervision of a licensed/certified professional, a graduate may elect to sit for the Certified Specialist in Psychometry examination.

• High bandwidth required
• Computer and browser requirements should follow program recommendations
• Webcam, a headset with microphone and access to a personal scanner or printer that scans to PDF

Full participation throughout the web-conferencing activities and on-campus training is required to participate.

Students who successfully earn a MS in Psychometry from EWU should be able to do the following:

• Demonstrate knowledge of key developmental and diagnostic concepts in psychology
• Explain statistical methods used in assessment
• Administer academic, personality, behavioral, and neuropsychological measures in accordance with standardization expectations
• Score academic, personality, behavioral, and neuropsychological measures in accordance with standardization expectations
• Summarize and communicate background information and assessment results in oral and written format
• Articulate legal and ethical issues relevant to the administration, scoring, and interpretation of standardized psychological instruments