Post 8

Jake Byma
Seasons Center
3/23-3/27
12 hours


1. Monday was a pretty typical day.  I actually got to do some observation, which was nice.  The difference was that I got to do observation of adult testing.  The client that came in was 21 years old.  It made things a little different seeing someone by own age being tested.  I later had to read his case file and made me realize how much I take for granted how easy my life has been so far.  It was interesting to see some different tests being given instead of the usual ones I see for children.  We got done with observation a little early so we did some scoring as well.  Also, Dr. Matthews (Trevor's supervisor) asked me about applying for the open psychometrician job and seemed interested in me applying for the job.  Tuesday was another scoring day.  We did a lot of scoring in the morning.  After my class/lunch break I came back to find I was going to learn how to write case reports.  This was probably my best learning opportunity.  I was able to go through a client file and piece together pieces of a puzzle and write out a client's medical, social, psychological, etc. history.  If I work there in the future, then this will be a big part of my job.  It was nice to start learning how to do that.  I also learned how to score the WIAT, something we've been putting off for awhile.  This test involves a writing section that is a pain to grade, which is why we've put it off for so long.  I kind of learned that one on my own because it is easier to learn yourself instead of being taught.  Trevor went over my work with me just to help me and give me pointers after.  I didn't have class Friday, so I went it and got almost 5 hours or so doing more scoring. 
2.  It was maybe my best week yet.  I did a lot of good work for the company.  We are ahead on our scoring right now (I think).  And I am learning things that can help me get started quickly if I would get a job there.  Trevor has been very helpful teaching me things and also giving me advice about jobs/grad school/the future.  I am very appreciative of all he's done.  I have a lot to think about in the next few weeks about my future and if I want to work there for a few years. 
3.  My only real problem was that is was difficult to learn the WIAT at first.  It is just a slow, arduous process to learn all the grammar rules and what is expected or not for people on this section.  It takes awhile to learn so that was a tad frustrating. 
4.  Nothing I can think of.