PSYC3840-A Forensic Psychology (Spring 2024)
Course Details
Session, Dates: 1 (01/16/2024 - 05/03/2024)
Days: W
Time: 06:00 - 08:50 pm
Location: Moon Campus
Room: Hale Center 203
Seats Available: 10 Seats
Credits: 3
Course Description
This course is the application of psychology in the legal system. In the course, students will: survey the history and scope of forensic psychology; examine the use of psychology in civil and criminal proceedings, including evaluation of competency and insanity; prepare expert witness testimony and forensic reports; discuss psychological impact on victims; and address the practice of psychology in correctional facilities and other interventions and treatment of offenders.
Prerequisite: PSYC1010 3 Credits
Prerequisite: PSYC1010 3 Credits