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Clinical Competency Examination (Written) Capella University Clinical Psychology PsyD Program   The following nine domains are assessed for the written clinical competency examination (CCE)

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Clinical Competency Examination (Written)

Capella University Clinical Psychology PsyD Program

 

The following nine domains are assessed for the written clinical competency examination (CCE). Please provide a score for each domain as per the scoring criteria guide located at the end of the examination.

1. Identifying Data and Referral Information

 

This section contains a summary of referral and demographic information in narrative form. Referral information includes reasons for seeking therapy, referral source and any applicable referral questions. Include information on age, gender, ethnic identity, cultural group and practices, marital status, sexual orientation, social class, occupation and employment status (or grade and status in school), living situation, physical characteristics, medical conditions and other relevant demographic characteristics (e.g. military, rural)  that play a role in human growth and lifespan development.

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness of circumstances revolving around reasons for seeking therapy, source of referral and any applicable specific referral question (s). GOC 4.1, 4.1.2, 4.1.3, 4.1.4

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness of the clinical significance associated with all of the abovementioned applicable dimensions (i.e. age, gender, ethnic identity, etc.).  GOC 4.1.4, 4.2, 4.2.1, 4.2.2

 

2. Problem Identification and Case Conceptualization

 

This section contains information regarding problem identification and case conceptualization. Include information on how the problem was defined in collaboration with the client and a detailed history of the problem(s). Also, be sure to demonstrate awareness of the process of differential diagnosis and effectively utilizing the DSM-IV-TR. The final part of this section should address the specific theoretical framework and initial hypotheses and final case conceptualization.

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and appropriate practice of identifying the presenting problem (s). GOC 4.1, 4.1.3, 4.2.2

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and appropriate practice of noting duration, severity and other significant aspects of the problem(s). GOC 4.2.1, 4.2.2

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and appropriate practice of approach to differential diagnosis. GOC 4.2, 4.2.1, 4.2.2

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and appropriate practice of utilizing the DSM-IV-TR in the initial and final diagnostic formulation (s). GOC 4.2.1

Candidate demonstrates awareness and appropriate practice of the initial conceptualization of the problem in a specified theoretical framework for initial hypothesis and case conceptualization. GOC 4.2.3

 

3. Individual and Cultural Diversity

 

This section contains information on individual and cultural diversity issues that may or are currently impacting the clients’ clinical presentation.  Information should include how the provider demonstrates knowledge about individual and cultural diversity. Explain how sensitivity and responsiveness to individual and cultural diversity are conveyed throughout the treatment process. Finally, this section should include information on how the provider demonstrated awareness and appropriate practice given the presence of identity and cultural similarities and/or differences between the provider and the client in the treatment context.

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness of the individual and cultural diversity issues that may or are currently impacting the clients’ clinical presentation and how the provider demonstrates knowledge about individual and cultural diversity. GOC  3.1,  3.1.1, 3.1.2, 3.2, 3.2.1, 3.2.2, 3.3, 3.3.1, 3.3.2, 3.3.3, 3.3.4

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and conveys sensitivity and responsiveness to individual and cultural diversity throughout the treatment process. GOC  3.1,  3.1.1, 3.1.2, 3.2, 3.2.1, 3.2.2, 3.3, 3.3.1, 3.3.2, 3.3.3, 3.3.4

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and how the provider demonstrated appropriate practice given the presence of  identity and cultural similarities and/or differences between the provider and the client. GOC  3.1,  3.1.1, 3.1.2, 3.2, 3.2.1, 3.2.2, 3.3, 3.3.1, 3.3.2, 3.3.3, 3.3.4

 

4. Assessment Competence

 

This section contains information on gathering information that is necessary in treating the client and using various techniques in addressing diagnosis and treatment. This would include all practices, skills and techniques associated with intakes, observational techniques, records review and psychometric data (i.e. psychoeducational, psychological etc.). Data should be used to provide diagnostic clarity, case conceptualization, sorting and prioritizing identified problems and proposing clinical hypotheses. A five axes diagnosis should be provided.

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and the process of  identifying and obtaining appropriate intake information, observations and records review. GOC 4.1, 4.1.2, 4.1.3

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and appropriate practice in the utilization of psychometric measures and techniques. GOC 4.1, 5.1, 5.1.1, 5.1.2, 5.2, 5.2.1, 5.2.2, 5.2.3, 5.3, 5.3.1, 5.3.2, 5.3.3.

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and appropriate practice of using assessment information for use in differential diagnosis, case conceptualization, identified problems and clinical hypotheses. GOC 4.2, 4.2.1, 4.2.2, 4.2.3, 4.2.4

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and practice of using assessment information to determine whether further assessment is needed to address the needs of the client based on initial assessment findings. GOC 4.1.1, 4.1.3, 4.1.4, 4.2, 4.2.1, 4.2.4, 5.2, 5.2.1

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and practice in applying a 5 axes diagnosis to their client. GOC 4.2, 4.2.1, 4.2.2

 

5. Intervention Competence

 

This section contains information on developing a plan of action/treatment plan based on the case conceptualization and how that process would occur with the client. A rationale for the proposed intervention (s) should be provided along with other potentially effective treatments while considering the ability to implement such treatment (s) with the proposed client. A review of client resources (e.g. family, school, work, etc.)  should be provided as part of the proposed plan of action/treatment plan. Information on how problems should be “broken down” into more manageable, treatable components should be addressed as well. Finally, this section should address how the provider of services will work with the client throughout the treatment process (i.e. monitoring and ongoing assessment)  and change or augment the treatment plan accordingly when needed.

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and appropriate practice in developing a plan of action/intervention in collaboration with the client (i.e. treatment plan). GOC 4.2.3, 4.2.4, 4.3, 4.3.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3, 4.3.4

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and use of viable treatments and rationale for the proposed type of intervention (s). GOC 4.3, 4.3.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3, 4.3.4

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and practice of using an appropriate intervention that accounts for the clients’ available resources (e.g. family dynamics, school, and community resources, employment environment, medical conditions, etc.) GOC 1.3.1, 3.1, 3.3, 3.3.1, 3.3.4, 4.1.1, 4.1.3, 7.2.1, 7.2.2, 7.3.1

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and practice of arranging problems into manageable, treatable components. GOC 4.2.4, 4.3, 4.3.2. 4.3.3, 7.3.1

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and practice of collaborating and communicating with the client about the implementation and ongoing dialogue about treatment plan progress. GOC 4.3.3, 7.2.1, 7.3.1

 

6. Crisis Intervention

 

This section contains information on crisis intervention and how the provider would address a crisis situation and discuss familiarity with common types of crises (e.g. suicidal ideation). Information should also be provided in regard to using community resources and networks for the client in crisis. The provider should also be keenly aware on how to conduct a rapid assessment in a crisis situation and techniques and practices associated with managing crises that might occur in the future based on the client presentation and history. 

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and practice of how to effectively approach a crisis situation. GOC 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 2.2, 2.2.1, 2.2.1, 4.1.4, 4.3.3

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness of the factors often associated with crisis situations,  Intervention and using effective available resources and referral networks in the clients’ community. GOC 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 2.2, 2.2.1, 2.2.1, 4.1.4, 4.3.3

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and practice of rapid assessment of a crisis situation and plan for feasible interventions/procedures. GOC 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 2.2, 2.2.1, 2.2.1, 4.1.4, 4.3.3

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and practice of utilizing viable interventions/procedures to prevent and/or address future crisis situations. GOC 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 2.2, 2.2.1, 2.2.1, 4.1.4, 4.3.3

 

7. Professional Identification, Training and Limitations

 

This section provides information on provider awareness and practice of their participation in professional networks and associations as a resource in treating the client. Further, information on knowledge of APA Professional Practices that might impact your work with the client should be provided.  Applicable personal and professional issues should also be discussed as the work with your client may require additional supervision and consultation. Finally, this section should include a description on how the provider has conveyed respect for their clients’ welfare, rights and dignity.

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and practice of active participation in the profession (e.g. professional associations, seminars, trainings) as a means of improving clinical skills. GOC 1.1.3, 1.3.5

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and appropriate practice of decision-making in practice that are consistent with the APA Standards for Providers of Psychological Services. GOC 1.3.4, 1.3.5, 2.1, 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 2.2, 2.2.1, 2.2.3, 3.3.4

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and practice of self-awareness of their own biases and/or values that may limit their effectiveness and seeking consultation and supervision when needed. GOC 1.2.2, 1.2, 1.2.1, 1.2.2, 1.2.3, 1.3.5, 2.1.3, 2.2.2, 3.1.1, 3.1.2, 3.3.1, 3.3.2, 3.3.3, 3.3.4

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and practice of understanding their own professional limitations and seeking consultation and supervision when needed. GOC 1.2, 1.2.1, 1.3, 1.3.1, 1.3.4, 1.3.5, 2.1.3, 2.2.2, 4.1.4, 4.3.6, 5.1.1, 7.3.3, 7.4.2

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and practice of conveying respect for their clients’ welfare, rights and dignity. GOC 2.1, 2.1.1, 3.3.4, 4.1, 4.1.1, 4.3.3, 7.3.3

 

8. Ethical and Legal Obligations

 

This section provides information on provider awareness and practice of ethical standards and applicable State laws and Board rules in treating the client. Further, information should be provided on how an ethical problem was or might be resolved to assure that it has been done in an effective and ethical manner.  The candidate should also be sure to provide information that reflects their understanding of the importance of confidentiality and the HIPPA in this section.

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and appropriate practice of application of ethical standards, understanding of APA professional guidelines with respect to their working relationship with the client. GOC 1.3.4, 2.1, 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 3.2.2, 5.1.1

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and practice of resolving ethical issues that may or have arisen with the client and applies such practices in an ethical fashion. GOC 1.3.4, 2.1, 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 2.2.3, 2.2.2, 2.2.1, 3.2.2

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and practice in accordance with their respective State laws and Board rules that are evident in clinical work with the client. GOC 2.2, 2.2.1, 2.2.2, 2.2.3, 3.2.2

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and practice of a high degree of sensitivity to Health Information Privacy and Portability Act (HIPPA) in their working relationship with the client. GOC 1.3.4, 2.1, 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.2, 2.2.1, 2.2.2, 7.3, 7.3.3

 

9. Scholarly Application of Psychological Principles

 

This section contains a summary of the providers’ knowledge of evidenced-based practices as they apply to the work of a Clinical Psychologist. This section should also demonstrate the providers’ ability to critically evaluate research findings in their clinical work. Finally, such research inquiry should subsequently move from science to practice as they pertain to the client. References should be provided for this section.

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and appropriate use of evidenced-based practices to guide their activities as Clinical Psychologist. GOC 7.1, 7.1.1, 7.2, 7.2.1, 7.2.2, 7.3, 7.3, 7.3.1, 7.3.2, 7.3.3 

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and appropriate practice of critical evaluation of research for clinical purposes. 7.1.2

 

Candidate demonstrates awareness and practice of critically evaluating research that pertains to their clients and the plan of action/treatment plan (e.g. Hispanic). 3.3.1, 3.3.2, 3.2, 3.2.1, 3.2.2, 5.1.1 7.2.2, 7.3.3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Scoring Criteria for the Nine Domains

Each of the nine content domains will be scored as noted below:

N/A = Not applicable or not enough information to evaluate

1 = No competence is evident, or some competence demonstrated, but general skills are not at the expected level for a student entering internship. Significant remediation is required. These concerns are outside the normal range seen in a student at this level of training.

2 = Competence is evident, however specific skills or knowledge fall below expectations for a student ready for internship. Some deficits from what would be expected at this stage in training, but these deficits are minor. General skills are at the level expected, however a specific skill or knowledge area was not demonstrated at the level expected for internship.

3 = Competence meets the expectations of a student ready for internship. Competence at the level expected for a trainee ready for internship.  Demonstrates familiarity and competence in familiar clinical situations and demonstrates beginning capacity to generalize skills to novel clinical and professional situations. Demonstrates good clinical, ethical, and professional judgment.  Beginning to perceive the bigger picture with clinical work, rather than individual aspects; has learned from experience what typical events to expect in a given situation and how plans need to be modified in response to these events. Trainee demonstrates developing self-awareness with regard to own competence and areas for growth.

4 = Competence meets the expectations of a student ready for internship with some specific areas that are well above what we would expect at this stage.  Demonstrates flexibility in generalizing skills across clinical situations, recognizing overall patterns, diagnoses, and/or treatment outcomes for a specific case.

5 = Competence consistently exceeds the expectations of a student ready for internship.  Trainee’s general skills are consistently exceptional, with regard to what is normally expected for a student entering internship.  

Scoring Sheet for the Clinical Competency Examination (CCE)

Please circle the appropriate score.

 

 

Examinee Name:__________________________          Date of Examination:____________________

 

	Not Applicable	1	2	3	4	5
Identifying Data and Referral	N	1	2	3	4	5
Problem Identification	N	1	2	3	4	5
Individual and Culture	N	1	2	3	4	5
Assessment Competence	N	1	2	3	4	5
Intervention Competence	N	1	2	3	4	5
Crisis Intervention	N	1	2	3	4	5
Professional Identification/ Training	N	1	2	3	4	5
Ethical and Legal	N	1	2	3	4	5
Scholarly Application	N	1	2	3	4	5

 

 

 

Examinee Name:__________________________          Date of Examination:____________________

 

 

Scoring Notes and Feedback Section

Please provide feedback for each domain below:

 

1. Identifying Data and Referral Information

 

 

 

 

2. Problem Identification and Case Conceptualization

 

 

 

 

3. Individual and Cultural Diversity

 

 

 

4. Assessment Competence

 

 

 

5. Intervention Competence

 

 

 

6. Crisis Intervention

 

 

 

7. Professional Identification, Training and Limitations

 

 

 

 

8. Ethical and Legal Obligations

 

 

 

 

 

9. Scholarly Application of Psychological Principles

 

 

 

 

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