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PSY 649 Forensic Assessment II 3.0 Credits

The course focuses on distinguishing forensic assessment from other kinds of assessment performed by mental health professionals, and describing core principles that can serve to guide forensic clinicians. Using frequently identified legal issues as a guide; the course provides a combination of practical training and empirical overview of various relevant topics within the area of forensic assessment. Students may have the opportunity to be involved in a supervised forensic assessment during the period over which the course is taught. Course requirements include writing a report based on hypothetical data, and a paper on a topic approved by the instructor.

College/Department: College of Arts and Sciences
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: PSY 648 [Min Grade: C]