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· Discuss the importance of evaluative research and the role of the independent evaluator.

· Explain the importance of quantitative processes in determining if treatment programs are evidence based in their practice.

· Explain how validity and reliability are important to the evaluation process.

· Identify some standardized instruments and explain why they are beneficial to the evaluation of treatment programs.

· Explain how evaluations of drug treatment programs and sex offender treatment programs might be conducted.

· Identify some of the ethical considerations when conducting evaluative research in mental health settings.

· Discuss how evaluation results can be used to improve treatment program processes and outcomes.