This course reviews different evidence-based assessments used in adult mental health practice, including the ACLS, KELS, Barthel Index, and the Modified Interest Checklist. Participants will learn to select, administer, and interpret these assessments to direct client-centered intervention planning and discharge recommendations. This is Part 3 of the Assessment Series.
Live Webinar
Tue, May 27, 2025 at 12:00 pm EDTUnder Review: AOTA/0.1 - Application has been made to the American Occupational Therapy Association's (AOTA's) Approved Provider Program.
Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to identify strategies for evaluating adults in mental health settings.
- After this course, participants will be able to describe key mental health-focused assessments.
- After this course, participants will be able to explain how assessments guide intervention development and discharge planning.
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Introduction |
| 5-15 Minutes | Overview of mental health practice settings and diagnoses |
| 15-25 Minutes | Assessment, preparation and occupational profile |
| 25-35 Minutes | Allen Cognitive Level Screen (ACLS) |
| 35-45 Minutes | KELS and Barthel Index |
| 45-55 Minutes | Modified Interest Checklist and Client Centered Assessment |
| 55-60 Minutes | Summary; Q&A |
Presented By
Olivia Petrucci
Olivia Petrucci graduated with a master’s degree in occupational therapy from Worcester State University and is currently a student in the post-professional doctoral program at Boston University. For the last three years, she has practiced as a psychiatric occupational therapist in the acute inpatient psychiatric setting.
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Financial: Olivia Petrucci received an honorarium for presenting this course. Non-financial: Olivia Petrucci has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.
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